ACT Mainstage Productions
Tickets for ACT Mainstage Productions can be purchased online at the Online Mishler Theatre Box Office.
A direct link to ticket selection for ACT Mainstage shows can be found with each show’s information below.
Please be sure to purchase through The Mishler’s ticketing system directly (powered by VBO). Do not purchase through third-party sites such as StubHub, as these sales are unauthorized, often overpriced, and not guaranteed. https://mishlertheatre.vbotickets.com/events
Box Office Phone Number: 814-944-9434
- Box Office Address: Blair County Arts Foundation, Osgood Cultural Center: 1212 12th Avenue in downtown Altoona.
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- The Will Call Ticket Window located in the lobby of the Mishler Theatre opens an hour prior to each performance for same night ticket sales only. The phone may not be answered during this hour.
For inquiries on group tickets for parties of 10 or more, please contact the ACT Office directly at 814-943-4357
- Box Office Address: Blair County Arts Foundation, Osgood Cultural Center: 1212 12th Avenue in downtown Altoona.
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- Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- The Will Call Ticket Window located in the lobby of the Mishler Theatre opens an hour prior to each performance for same night ticket sales only. The phone may not be answered during this hour.
Please note, the Mishler Theatre Box Office is now operated out of the BCAF Office building, located directly beside the Mishler Theatre.
The Mishler Theatre address is 1208 12th Avenue, Altoona PA.
Groups of ten or more can purchase tickets for a single performance at a discounted rate. Blocks of tickets can be reserved in advance with the signing of an agreement. Final ticket count and payment is due two weeks before the performance.
- Contact the ACT Office for more information or to make your reservation
- Phone: 814-943-4357
- Email: act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com
The Mishler Box Office CANNOT sell group tickets for ACT productions.
Questions or comments? Call us at 814-943-4357 or email us at act@altoonacommunitytheatre.com
Please note, the ACT Office is happy to help as we can, but we only have information regarding Altoona Community Theatre productions (listed below)
Subscribe to Altoona Community Theatre’s 2026-2027 Mainstage production season and choose one of two plans:
$84 FOR FOUR SHOWS
Enjoy the same seats for all four shows without having to call the box office for tickets or paying full box office fees, plus special exchange privileges during the year if you need to change nights for any shows. Never worry about sold-out performances!
Note: There is an additional $4.00 printing & postage fee per subscription.
$94 FLEX PASSBOOK
Enjoy full flexibility by purchasing a Passbook with four vouchers to redeem at the box office during the year, however you wish, for whatever shows you want to see. It’s still a savings over individual ticket prices and box office fees!
NEW: FLEX passes are now redeemable online! Visit the Mishler Box Office in person or use a specialized FLEXpass code to choose your seats at mishlertheatre.org starting September 1. Seat choice dependent on availability when redeeming.
Note: There is an additional $4.00 printing & postage fee per Passbook.
Renewing Subscribers will be mailed their letters to renew on May 29 and have until June 30 to guarantee their same seats.
New Subscribers may register at any time between June 1 and August 7, but new seat assignments will not begin until renewals are completed in July. Seats will be assigned at the discretion of the ACT office based on order of purchase and best availability. Please note any specific needs or seating requests in the “change request” box.
Come From Away
September 17, 18, & 19 at 7:30 PM
September 20 at 2 PM
Directed by Kate Kale Wolf
Twenty-five years ago on September 11th, thirty-eight planes carrying more than 6,000 passengers were diverted to a remote, nearly forgotten Canadian airport on “the Rock” — the locals’ nickname for the island of Newfoundland. Over their next 5 days, an amazing story of generosity, resilience, and unexpected friendship unfolds. Come From Away is a heartwarming, high-energy musical that celebrates the power of kindness and the strength of community in the face of crisis.
With stirring harmonies, unforgettable characters, and moments that will make you laugh and cry, this Tony Award-winning show reminds us that even in the darkest times, humanity shines brightly. Join us for a remarkable story of hope, compassion, and connection.
Come From Away is a cathartic balm for a post-9/11 world… a celebration of the best in all of us.” — The New York Times
Murder on the Orient Express
November 12, 13, & 14 at 7:30 PM
November 15 at 2 PM
When a snowdrift stops the Orient Express, an American tycoon is discovered murdered in a locked compartment. Agatha Christie’s classic locked‑room mystery, adapted by Tony-nominated playwright Ken Ludwig, becomes a fast‑moving, witty, and theatrical whodunit. Balancing razor‑sharp plotting with buoyant comic energy, Detective Hercule Poirot races to unmask a killer among a trainload of colorful suspects.
Ludwig’s comic twists lift the period glitz and moral dilemma into laugh‑out‑loud theatricality while preserving Christie’s ingenious plot. Expect elegant 1930’s style, a brilliant detective, an ensemble of flamboyant suspects, and a crowd‑pleasing climax that will leave you guessing and grinning. Join us for an evening of suspense, glamour, intrigue, and laughter.
“A murder mystery with a wink—brisk, witty, and utterly satisfying.” — The Daily Herald
Pride & Prejudice
February 11, 12, & 13 at 7:30 PM
February 14 at 2 PM
Directed by Becky Robinson
Set in Regency Era England, Pride and Prejudice follows the clever Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates family chaos, sharp-tongued rivals, and the enigmatic Mr. Darcy. Jon Jory’s 2005 spirited stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s 1813 novel is fresh, fast-paced, and brimming with wit, warmth, and the social sparks that fly when pride meets prejudice.
This romantic, laugh-filled story celebrates how miscalculated misunderstandings give way to heart-felt honesty and second chances. Perfect for families, date nights, and lovers of classic storytelling, join us for an unforgettable night of charm, and the timeless discovery that love often arrives when we least expect it.
“Jory has crafted an exceptionally clear, funny, and moving update.” — San Francisco Chronicle
Something Rotten!
April 29 & 30, May 1 at 7:30 PM
May 2 at 2 PM
Directed by Scott Riner
Something Rotten! explodes onto stage as a madcap mashup of Shakespearean swagger and Broadway bombast. Set in Renaissance England, two desperate brothers decide the only way to beat the Bard is to invent the “musical.” Chaos, tap numbers, and history-twisting humor ensue.
Expect show-stopping ensemble numbers, razor-sharp parody, and a loveable underdog story that’s equal parts slapstick and heart. With larger-than-life characters and a chorus line that never quits, this is the perfect night out for anyone who loves to laugh until they cry.
Bring your sense of humor and your loudest applause—this riotous romp rewrites history and
reminds us that sometimes the best ideas are the ones that make the most glorious mess. Join us for uproarious and unforgettable Renaissance revelry.
“A laugh‑a‑minute triumph—riotous, clever, and gloriously over‑the‑top.” — The Stage Review
Past Productions
9 to 5
Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton
Book by Patricia Resnick
Based on the 20th Century Fox Picture
Originally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt, April 2009
April 30, May 1 & 2 at 7:30 PM
May 3 at 2 PM
9 to 5, a musical based on the 1980 hit movie, is a laugh-out-loud story of friendship and revenge with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton.
Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call a boss. In a zany turn of events, Violet, Judy, and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Mr. Hart remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey, a girl can scheme, can’t she?
This production is recommended for audiences ages 13 and up for adult themes and mild language.
Wait Until Dark
By Frederick Knott
Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher
February 12, 13, 14 at 7:30 PM
February 15 at 2 PM
Directed by Michael Manfred
Wait Until Dark is a gripping and suspenseful thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. In 1944 Greenwich Village, Susan Hendrix, a blind yet capable woman, becomes the target of a group of ruthless criminals searching for a mysterious doll filled with contraband. As the tension mounts and the stakes grow higher, Susan must use her cunning and her courage to outmaneuver her dangerous adversaries in a heart-pounding battle of wits.
With its masterful blend of intrigue, danger, and unexpected twists, Wait Until Dark delivers a thrilling theatrical experience with a final scene that will leave you breathless.
Appropriate for ages 13+. Content advisory: strong language, violence, and mild adult themes
Boeing Boeing
By Marc Camoletti
Translated by Beverley Cross & Francis Evans
November 13, 14, & 15 at 7:30 PM
November 16 at 2 PM
Directed by Kate Kale Wolf
An uproarious farce with 3 flight attendant fiancées, 1 bachelor, and plenty of turbulence. Set in the swinging 1960s, this riotous comedy follows bachelor Bernard who is juggling secret engagements to three international air hostesses from his Paris apartment.
With careful planning and the reliable schedules of the airlines, his love life runs like clockwork. That is until the introduction of jet planes and a surprise visit from an old school friend brings his precise life to a screeching halt. As Bernard’s carefully separated worlds begin to collide, the resulting chaos is a first-class ticket to laughter, making Boeing Boeing an unmissable comedic flight.
Appropriate for ages 12 and up, best enjoyed by adults.
Meet the Cast!
Rodgers + Hammerstein’s
Cinderella
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
New Book by Douglas Carter Beane
Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II
Orchestrations by Danny Troob
Music Adaptation & Arrangements by David Chase
September 18, 19, 20 at 7:30 PM
September 21 at 2 PM
Directed by Bryce Cossitor
Get ready to be swept away by the timeless tale of Cinderella, the definitive rags to riches story that has charmed and inspired audiences all over the world. Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. This contemporary take on the treasured fairy tale features some of their most beloved songs including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible,” and “Ten Minutes Ago” in this romantic (and hilarious) update.
Nominated for nine 2013 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical, critics called it, “Reassuringly old-fashioned and refreshingly irreverent, sentimental and snarky, sincere and ironic, all at once!”
