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June 12th - 14th -- Join us for a weekend celebration of creativity as you hear readings of plays from the Playwriting Class, watch a presentation from the Acting Class, and enjoy an original piece created by the Production Class.
Raffles and concessions will be available. All proceeds go to Speranza Theatre Company.
April Events
April 10
Crazy Bird Lady
A Play Reading That’s For the Birds (in the Best Way!)
When a reclusive birdwatcher’s quiet day in nature is interrupted by an overly medicated, smartphone-obsessed teen, an unexpected encounter unfolds. Funny, tense, and surprisingly moving, Crazy Bird Lady explores mental health, unlikely connection, and the quiet power of nature. This special reading also supports urban environmental stewardship and nature education, helping protect Hoboken’s honorary bird — the tern.
by playwright & lyricist Chris Widney, directed by Heather Wahl, Speranza's Artistic Director.
April 19 at 5 PM
Steel Magnolias
This funny yet touching story follows six women as they navigate friendship, love, and loss. They tease, gossip, and challenge one another during life’s happiest moments—and come together with care and support during its toughest times. Set in Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin Parish, Louisiana, the women may appear as graceful as magnolias, but they possess a strength as unyielding as steel.
Presented by students of Hudson Catholic Regional High School in Jersey City and sponsored by Speranza Theatre Company, located at Museum of Jersey City History, 298 Academy Street, Jersey City.
Family-friendly.
Fiercely-Inspiring.
Speranza Theatre Company is proud of our collection of original historical plays, films, and special events for audiences of all ages.
Contact us for more information on how to book private performances, viewings, or license use of these plays for your school/local productions.
Contact us for fees and availability info@speranzatheatre.org
BE PART OF THE STORY.
At Speranza Theatre Company, we believe theatre can spark curiosity, build empathy, and move people to action. Through performance, education, and community engagement, we center stories—especially women’s stories—that deserve to be seen, heard, and remembered. There’s a place for you here.
CREATE alongside artists and educators who believe collaboration is the heart of meaningful theatre.
EDUCATE through interactive programs that bring history and civic engagement to life as a teacher or participate as a student.
ADVOCATE by becoming a part of Speranza's Board of Directors.
DONATE to help sustain accessible, impactful theatre and education programs for our community.
DISCOVER productions that invite conversation, and connection.
VOLUNTEER to support performances, programs, and events.
However you choose to engage, you help keep these stories alive—and help shape what comes next.
The story continues with you.
Speranza Theatre Company would like to thank our 2025 sponsors for their continued generosity and support of our programs.
