Special Events

Special Events in Sturgeon Bay

Throughout the year, Third Avenue PlayWorks produces dynamic special events in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin! From our highly anticipated annual gala, to our beloved behind-the-scenes sneak-peeks, there’s always something exciting happening at TAP. Join us to celebrate our achievements, mingle with our vibrant theatre community, and support our mission of enriching lives through the arts. Stay tuned for updates about upcoming special events!

TAP Annual Gala

Our Annual Gala isn’t just a memorable evening—it’s the heart of our fundraising efforts for the year. The generosity shared during this event helps us continue to bring meaningful theatrical experiences and vital educational programs to audiences of all ages throughout our community.

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Theatre Workshops

Develop your self confidence and resilience, as well as collaboration, problem solving, and communication skills with adult and teen acting classes with our Education Coordinator and accomplished actor, Dan Klarer.

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WinterWorks Play Reading Series

Calling all theater enthusiasts, literature lovers, and the community at large to the 11th Annual WinterWorks Play Reading at Third Avenue PlayWorks in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The annual WinterWorks Play Reading series features four contemporary plays to run each Saturday in February at 7:30 p.m.

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Ongoing Events

Pay-What-You-Will Preview

Those interested in attending the preview to support this organization, may arrive as early as 6:30 p.m. on the evening of the performance for general admission seating. Space is available on a first come, first served basis. Donations may be made in cash or with checks made out to Third Avenue PlayWorks. Half of the proceeds will benefit this show’s Community Partner.

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Wisconsin Cheese Masters Wine Night at TAP

Wisconsin Cheese Masters Wine Nights

Ticketed event held the first Thursday of each show’s run 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm in the theatre lobby including wine tastings from Von Stiehl Winery and cheese from Wisconsin Cheese Masters.

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Bite The Farm Opening Night Reception

We hold an opening night reception on the first Friday of each show's run with gluten-free desserts from Bite the Farm before the show and a champagne toast afterward.

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YP Networking

Join other area young professionals (under 40) for a fun networking mixer before the second Wednesday performance for each show! Let's build stronger connections within our community, share resources, and support each other's success while enjoying the arts.

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Post-Show Conversation

Dive deeper into a production at Third Avenue PlayWorks in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. At one of our Post-Show Conversations, you'll have the opportunity to hear from the director, actors, and/or designers about bringing the production to the stage. The conversation will also include our community partner for the show.

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Community Events

Sturgeon Bay Library Play Reading Club

Typically held the third Wednesday of the month, subject to change, 3:30pm-4:30pm at the Sturgeon Bay Library. Read the play ahead, then join the Play Reading Club for a discussion led by Jacob Janssen, Artistic Director of Third Avenue PlayWorks. Join the Play Reading Club in person or on Zoom.

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Door County Learning in Retirement

Door County Learning in Retirement is dedicated to facilitating quality lifelong learning in an open, ongoing forum for retired or semi-retired adults in Northeastern Wisconsin. Revisit familiar topics and explore diverse and exciting new possibilities in the DCLIR catalog of classes. Registration remains open throughout the term. If seats are available for the class, you may register at any time with a paid membership.

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Exclusive Events

First Rehearsal

Sustainability Circle members get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the process of creating theatre worth talking about as the designers share their inspiration for the new production and the actors read the script together for the first time.

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Tappy Hour

Sustainability Circle members and sponsors enjoy a complimentary beverage and a exclusive invitation-only behind-the-scenes conversation with directors, actors, and designers.

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