Escape to the English countryside—where secrets unravel, doors slam, and absolutely nothing goes according to plan. The theatre proudly presents The Cottage, the razor-sharp comedy by Sandy Rustin that took Broadway by storm, running Feb. 6-7, 2026, and Feb. 13-14, 2026, as 7:30 PM. There will be one matinee on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
A loving (and gleeful) send-up of classic British farce, The Cottage follows a group of wildly
confident, deeply misguided characters whose romantic entanglements collide inside a
single country cottage. What begins as a clandestine affair quickly spirals into mistaken
identities, unexpected visitors, flying accusations, and nonstop laughs. The result is a fast-
paced comedy that rewards audiences with both highbrow wit and delightfully lowbrow
chaos.
This production features an all-star “dream cast,” with Sydney Alison Batten, Jacob Call,
Robin Rushing, Bill Allen, Casey O’Brien, and Holt Thomas bringing Rustin’s rapid-fire
dialogue to life. Direction is helmed by Pat Yates, whose comedic sensibilities perfectly
match the play’s bold timing and unapologetic humor.
Originally a Broadway hit, The Cottage earned acclaim for its modern twist on traditional
farce—celebrating theatrical excess while poking fun at it in equal measure. With sharp
language, heightened situations, and a relentless pace, the play feels both classic and
contemporary.
Whether you’re a longtime theatre lover or just in need of a smart, laugh-out-loud night out,
The Cottage promises an evening of delightful scandal and theatrical mayhem.
Content Advisory:
This production includes adult language and situations, depictions of smoking, and brief
gunshot sound effects. If this were a film, it would be rated PG-13.
Show dates are Feb. 6-7, 2026, and Feb. 13-14, 2026, as 7:30 PM. There will be one matinee
on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
