Post-Show Conversation at Third Avenue PlayWorks for Red Herring, 2026

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. This conversation typically follows a Friday matinee mid-run.

2026 Post-Show Conversations

The Call List by Brian James Polak

Part of The World Premiere Wisconsin Festival

September 26

 
 

Following the World Premiere performance on Saturday, September 26th of ‘The Call List’ by Brian James Polak at Third Avenue PlayWorks, join us for a special post-show conversation featuring:

  • Jacob Janssen – Jackie & Steve Kane Artistic Director at Third Avenue PlayWorks
  • Brian James Polak – Playwright of ‘The Call List’
  • Eva Nimmer – Actor in ‘The Call List’
  • Eric Simonson – Creative Director for Door Kinetic Arts Festival
The conversation will revolve around the process of bringing ‘The Call List’ from the page to the stage including the previous workshop with Brian and Eva as part of the 2023 Door Kinetic Arts Festival, another workshop with Jacob Janssen at TAP in March 2026, and the rehearsal process that shaped what you see on the stage today.
 
The process of developing new work is where new ideas can be tested and collaborations can flourish. This is your opportunity to engage directly with the creative process!
This conversation will take place following the performance on the same day, so your best bet is to secure tickets to see the show first! If you want to join us for just the talkback, expect to arrive around 8:45 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Guests can wait in the theatre lobby until the performance has ended.
 

Festival Pass Discount

Celebrate 10 years with Door Kinetic Arts Festival bringing together nationally recognized artists in theater, dance, music, film, journalism, and interdisciplinary performance for a week of creativity, collaboration, and discovery in Door County September 20–26, 2026! Show your The Call List confirmation at the DKAF box office up to an hour before the performance for half price tickets! 

October 2nd

A deadly serious comedy about being alive.

Meet Sam—a restless dreamer, anxious doodler, and professional wanderer in search of purpose. When her law firm boss hands her a simple list of names and one chilling task—call them all and announce a client’s death—her mundane workday takes a bizarre turn. Curiosity pulls Sam into a mystery that’s equal parts darkly funny and unexpectedly heartfelt. Armed with only her notebook and razor-sharp wit, she chases clues that lead to something far deeper – and more personal – than she expected.

It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Door County

Adapted by Neil Brookshire

December 11th

The holiday classic you know and love!

We’re back with an all new version of It’s A Wonderful Life!  With the helpful assistance of a multitalented musician and foley artist, our top-notch ensemble of actors once again brings the lovable and irascible residents of Bedford Falls to captivating life in this staged 1940s radio broadcast where you are the live studio audience! This unique spin on one of America’s favorite films is great fun for the whole family!

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