Bedford Playhouse

07/18/2026

🎬✨ Last month, young storytellers took center stage at the Rev Up 250 Student Video Showcase at Bedford Playhouse!

As part of Bedford's semiquincentennial celebration, local students shared powerful films exploring history, community, and what it means to call Bedford home. From documentaries on local landmarks to personal stories of friendship, music, and America's favorite pastime, each project reflected the creativity and pride of the next generation.

Congratulations to all of the student filmmakers for bringing Bedford's stories to life on the big screen. Thank you to the , , , , , , and everyone who helped make this inspiring evening possible.

Here's to the next generation of storytellers. 🎥💚

07/17/2026

🎭 The stage is set this summer!

Give your child the opportunity to build confidence, creativity, and performance skills in a fun, supportive environment at the Bedford Playhouse Summer Youth Theatre Program for ages 8–14.

Led by professional theatre educators Franco and Arielle, children will explore acting, improvisation, scene study, vocal technique, stage presence, audition preparation, and more—all while collaborating with fellow young performers.

The week concludes with a special showcase performance for family and friends, celebrating everything they've learned.

Whether your child is stepping on stage for the first time or already loves to perform, they'll be encouraged to grow, take creative risks, and discover the joy of theatre.

✨ Meet the instructors:
🎭 Franco Pedicini is Theatre Director at Rippowam Cisqua School and a member of Actors' Equity Association with years of experience directing and teaching young performers.
🎤 Arielle Sherman is Director of Vocal Music at Rippowam Cisqua School and an acclaimed vocal coach whose work has been featured on Broadway, Netflix, and major film productions.

🎟️ Registration is now open! Space is limited—reserve your spot today.

07/11/2026

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Brian De Palma's horror masterpiece with a special screening of Carrie (1976), the iconic Stephen King adaptation that forever changed the genre.

Following the film, we're honored to welcome Amy Irving, who starred as Sue Snell, for a live Q&A reflecting on the making of this unforgettable classic and its enduring legacy.

A landmark film. An incredible guest. One spooky evening.

🔪🔥 October 29 at 6:30PM
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now at the link in our bio.

07/10/2026

🎶 Our Summer Music Series is here!

Join us all summer long for an exciting lineup of live music—from free performances in the Playhouse Café to special ticketed concerts with nationally acclaimed artists.

🎸 Free Café Concerts (6:30PM)
• July 10 – Cross Purposes
• July 17 – Christine Chanel
• July 24 – David Wolff
• July 31 – Drew Angus
• Aug. 7 – Petey Hop
• Aug. 28 – Breakwater
• Sept. 4 – Christopher Brown

✨ Special Ticketed Concerts (7PM)
• Aug. 6 – Louis Cato
• Aug. 15 – Ari Hest

🎵 Great music. Great community. All season long.

07/09/2026

to an unforgettable evening with legendary composer Alan Menken.

Hearing the Academy Award-winning composer perform “Beauty and the Beast (Tale as Old as Time)” live on our stage was pure magic—and a moment we’ll never forget.

Some memories are simply timeless. 💛

07/08/2026

🎶 Live in the café: Christine Chanel | Fri, July 17th at 6:30pm.

The Westchester-based artist blends soul and indie influences into songwriting that's personal, honest, and hard to forget. A familiar name on tri-state stages, she's performed at the Pleasantville Music Festival, Sleepy Hollow Music Festival, The Bitter End, Rockwood Music Hall, and Tarrytown Music Hall.

Free admission. Don't miss it!

07/05/2026

🌊✨ Set sail with us for a Sensory-Friendly Screening of Moana!

Experience Disney's live-action reimagining of the beloved adventure in a welcoming, inclusive environment designed for all audiences. Our sensory screenings feature lowered sound, dimmed lights, and a judgment-free space where guests are free to sing, move, or talk throughout the film.

Presented in partnership with Inclusive Initiative, because everyone deserves to enjoy the magic of the movies. 💙

🎟️ Reserve your seats today!

07/03/2026

🍌 It's Opening Weekend for Minions & Monsters!

Stop by to catch the movie and while supplies last, kids can take home a FREE Minions & Monsters movie poster.

See you at the movies! 💛

07/03/2026

✨ One Day Only | August 9 at 3pm

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of It (1927), the film many consider the first true romantic comedy—and the movie that made Clara Bow the original "It Girl."

This sparkling silent-era classic returns in a stunning new 4K restoration, featuring a new score by The Mont Alto Orchestra. Funny, stylish, and surprisingly modern, It remains as irresistible today as it was a century ago.

🎬 Followed by a Q&A with renowned film restorer and Bedford Playhouse Board Member Robert Harris.

A rare opportunity to experience a beautifully restored silent film as it was meant to be seen—on the big screen.

07/02/2026