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Dead Man's Cell Phone

Location: Myrtle Woldson Center - Coughlin Theater
Thursday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 8 at 2 p.m.Written by Sarah Ruhl, Directed by Pam Kingsley
An ordinary woman answers a stranger's cell phone and finds herself thrust into his world. Can one person bring closure to another's death when she didn't even know him in life? And why is she so compelled to try?


Run Time: 2 hours with one 15-minute intermission
Reserved Seating
Recommended for ages 12 and up
Tickets: $16 - $20
On Sale: September 9 

 
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Fall Student Choreography Showcase

Location: College Hall (East Entrance) - Magnuson Theatre
Thursday, November 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m.

Enjoy the variety of work presented by the Student Choreography Class of Fall 2026. This concert is sure to impress as students showcase creativity, vision, and leadership through completed dance works performed by students.


Run Time: 70 minutes with no intermission
Reserved Seating
Recommended for ages 6 and up
Tickets: $8 - $15

 
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Directing I Showcase

Location: College Hall (East Entrance) - Magnuson Theatre
Friday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 5 at 7:30 p.m.

Join us for a showcase of the semester-long efforts of our student directors enrolled in THEA 253 Directing I and featuring student actors.


Run Time: 2 hours with one 15-minute intermission
General Admission Seating
Recommended for ages 12 and up
Free, no tickets

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Past Events


24-Hour Theatre Festival

Date & Time: Saturday, September 5 at 7 p.m.
Location: College Hall (East Entrance) - Magnuson Theatre
Cost: Free, no tickets

Presented by Gonzaga Theatre Council
Gonzaga Theatre Council hosts the 24-Hour Theatre Festival, welcoming new and returning theatre students to the 2026-2027 Gonzaga Theatre season. An initial meeting on Friday night kicks off 24 hours to write, cast, stage, and perform a show!


Run Time: 60 minutes with no intermission
General Admission Seating
Recommended for ages 12 and up
Free, no tickets


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Dance Season Opener - Hannah Thomas and the Good Works Dance Theatre

Date & Time: Friday, September 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Myrtle Woldson Center - Coughlin Theater
Cost: $10 - $15

The Gonzaga Dance Season Opener will showcase fall guest artist Hannah Victoria and her original work, Joy in the City.

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Run Time: 90 minutes with one 15-minute intermission
Reserved Seating
Recommended for ages 6 and up
Tickets: $10 - $15


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60x60

Date & Time: Friday, October 2, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Myrtle Woldson Center - Coughlin Theater
Cost: $8 - $10

Our annual 60x60 concert features 60 dance works, each running 60 seconds long. The evening's music and choreography is created entirely by Gonzaga students, faculty, and alumni. The creativity and energy of the dancers and the quick pace of the concert is always a delight to audiences.

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Run Time: 60 minutes with no intermission
Reserved Seating
Recommended for ages 6 and up
Tickets: $8 - $10


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Big Cat Diaries

Date & Time:
Friday, October 2 at 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 3 at 6 p.m.
Sunday, October 4 at 2 p.m.
Location: Magnuson Theatre
Cost: $12 - $16

Scripted and directed by Blake Anthony Edwards When Gonzaga Prof. Rebecca Stephanis volunteered at a large animal sanctuary in the Amazon rainforest in 2023, she befriended a puma named Capitán. This interdepartmental collaboration, between Gonzaga Theatre, Modern Languages and Religious Studies brings the experience of Prof. Stephanis to dramatic life.

Featuring post-show talks by Dr. Rebecca Stephanis, Modern Languages, and Dr. Scott Starbuck, Religious Studies.

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Run Time: 50 minutes with no intermission
Reserved Seating
Recommended for ages 8 and up
Tickets: $12 - $16


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Boone Street Hooligans 27

Sketch comedy Boone Street Hooligans returns for its 27th edition, featuring student writers, designers, actors, crew, and directors!
 
Boone Street Hooligans is rated PG-13 for mature content and humor. No children appearing under the age of 13 will be admitted. Parental discretion is advised for students aged 13 and up.

Tickets: $5

Run Time: 60-90 minutes with no intermission

General Admission Seating


 

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