Special Events

Thrills & Chills

Saturday, October 25th from 10am to noon, you can trick or treat along the East and West waterfront businesses, including Third Avenue PlayWorks! We will have children's books and pencils to hand out with candy .... of course!

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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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Winter Market

Third Avenue PlayWorks welcomes the return of the monthly pop-up Indoor Winter Market in partnership with Destination Sturgeon Bay to coincide with Sturgeon Bay events including Christmas By the Bay, the opening weekend of TAP’s A Christmas Carol, the Fire and Ice Festival, and the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. We're looking for vendors from artists and crafters to producers, who would like to showcase their original, quality products in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

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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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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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Opening Night Reception

We hold an opening night reception on the first Friday of each show's run. Desserts are served prior to the show starting at 6:30pm and you'll want to stick around afterwards for a champagne toast from Jacob Janssen, our artistic director. The actors will also join the patrons in the lobby for a chance to mingle. Each opening is truly worth celebrating, so please join us!

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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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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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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. Your support makes a real difference—not only to us at TAP but to every life touched by the work we do. We are deeply grateful for your support and dedication to the arts. Together, we can create lasting impact and unforgettable moments.

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Special Events in Sturgeon Bay

Upcoming Events

Thrills & Chills

First Rehearsal

Winter Market

Sturgeon Bay Library Play Reading Club

Pay-What-You-Will Preview

Opening Night Reception

Tappy Hour

Post-Show Conversation

TAP Annual Gala

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