Players Ring Theatre

Players Ring Theatre At The Ring, no two shows are the same. Our 75-seat, historic jewel pulls you right into the story with excellent acting and inventive design.

Intimate, welcoming, and always surprising — every visit feels unforgettable. Since its creation in 1992, hundreds of local production companies have presented plays at the Players' Ring. Many of these companies were formed to produce a single special event, while many others produce shows on an annual basis. We estimate that over 200 actors, directors, playwrights and technicians work together to

produce plays at The Players' Ring each year. Over the past five years, as much as $180,000 has been distributed to those involved in Players' Ring productions with original works accounting for half of each season's offerings. A theatre of this caliber, educating new artists and providing quality entertainment for the community, needs commitment and support in order to continue. Consider becoming a Member or renewing your Membership today. Your support is crucial, no amount is too large or too small, and every dollar is appreciated. Membership continues to entitle you to discount ticket prices, member-only events, and more! Check our website for additional information and updates - www.playersring.org.

Oh, how lovely to wake up to such impressive media coverage of our opening show!AS TIME GOES BY arrives September 18—and...
09/06/2026

Oh, how lovely to wake up to such impressive media coverage of our opening show!

AS TIME GOES BY arrives September 18—and apparently, the future is already looking fun and bright.

Tickets: www.playersring.org/show/as-time-goes-by

A little lobby update, because why not.💙 🧱🤍 🧱 🖤 T -13 days to Season  #35!
09/06/2026

A little lobby update, because why not.
💙 🧱🤍 🧱 🖤
T -13 days to Season #35!

Here’s the creative team of As Time Goes By, confabbing after a pretty darn funny designer run!From left to right: Andre...
09/04/2026

Here’s the creative team of As Time Goes By, confabbing after a pretty darn funny designer run!

From left to right: Andrew Cameron (Sound), Jamie Bradley (Director), Ben Bagley (Scenic & Lighting), Elise O’Connell (Props), Catharine Davis (Stage Manager), and—behind the computer, you guessed it—Production Manager Niko McPherson, with Kelli Connors (Costumes) joining us on Zoom!

We can't wait to share the product of their work with you, starting September 18: www.playersring.org/show/as-time-goes-by

The first table read of "And Then There Were None" was terrific. What a treat for us to work with such a big cast. And w...
09/04/2026

The first table read of "And Then There Were None" was terrific.
What a treat for us to work with such a big cast.
And what a cast.

From right to left: Joshua Paul Moore, Sanford Farrier, Jim Manclark, Elly Berke, Noah J. Fox, Krysten Schmelzer, Constance Witman, Collin Young, Matt Schofield and Bretton Reis.
Costume Designer: Valerie Smith
❤️ Production Champions: Bob Houlihan & Sue Forti Director and Designer: Ben Bagley.
(Invisible behind the laptop) Stage Manager: Niko McPherson

Thank you Portsmouth Recreation - NH for your hospitality as always!

Happy September! Just a couple of weeks until this hilarious beauty opens on the 18th!Do you have your tickets?Join us f...
09/02/2026

Happy September! Just a couple of weeks until this hilarious beauty opens on the 18th!

Do you have your tickets?

Join us for opening weekend: cupcakes and cheers with the cast after Friday night’s performance, and a talkback with the creative team following Sunday’s matinee.

www.playersring.org/show/as-time-goes-by

📸 by Ben Bagley with Sierra Cummings and Kevin Mahaney.
Costumes by Kelli Connors.

So it seems we do have another ace up our sleeve before the start of Season  #35 🌈 And while The Grateful Painter genero...
09/01/2026

So it seems we do have another ace up our sleeve before the start of Season #35 🌈
And while The Grateful Painter generously donates his time in the lobby 💙 "As Time Goes By" rehearses in the theatre 💛

Have a read about the Season Opener!
08/31/2026

Have a read about the Season Opener!

AS TIME GOES BYis set to open at the Players Ring, and is the theatre’s premier production for its 2026-27 Mainstage Season. Written by G. Matthew Gaskell…

Photo dump from "An Exploration in Marionettes" workshop with Madison J. Cripps and the subsequent Stroll in Prescott Pa...
08/29/2026

Photo dump from "An Exploration in Marionettes" workshop with Madison J. Cripps and the subsequent Stroll in Prescott Park!

Thank you to NEFA for allowing us to bring such a wonderful learning experience AND fun to our community!

08/29/2026

What a surreal, beautiful, wildly entertaining night we had with Madison J. Cripps and his handmade creatures.

Our cozy little space fit like a glove around a SLICE OF CRAZY PIE.

We can’t wait to savor it all over again tomorrow at 5 PM.

Address

105 Marcy Street
Portsmouth, NH
03801

Opening Hours

Thursday 6pm - 9pm
Friday 6pm - 9pm
Saturday 1:30pm - 9pm
Sunday 1:30pm - 9pm

Telephone

+16034368123

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