News & Press
Message from the Producing Artistic Director
As the Producing Artistic Director of the Depot Theatre, I do not trivialize or take for granted this unique opportunity to stand in solidarity with the many Black artists in our industry and beyond who have shared their talents and given so much to our audiences...
Update: 2020 Season
A message from the Depot Theatre administration: Our biggest priority is the health and safety of our supporters and our cast and crew. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are postponing our planned 2020 main stage season. It is our intention to pack up...
WORKING…from home
Hot off the presses, the Depot Theatre's 2020 season brochure has landed in mailboxes and is available upon request! Dear friends, Like many of you, we are staying informed about the events surrounding the global outbreak of COVID-19. At this time, we are optimistic...
New Depot Theatre Academy gives area youth professional theatre experience, on and off stage
Participants will have opportunity to become Equity Membership Candidates Westport, N.Y. Young thespians will have the opportunity to perform on the Depot Theatre main stage alongside professionals through the organization's new education and outreach program, the...
In the News: Depot Theatre unveils 2020 Season
Depot Theatre unveils 2020 season Shows focus on heroes, storytelling and music March 1, 2020 -- SUN COMMUNITY NEWS writer Tim Rowland interviewed Depot Theatre staff about the upcoming 2020 season.
Remembering Shirley Bacot Shamel
The Depot Theatre lost a treasured friend and mentor with the recent passing of longtime board member Shirley Bacot Shamel. Of all of the organizations to which she dedicated herself, this little theatre in a train station has been, for decades, the grateful recipient...
Expanded 2020 Season Announced
Depot Theatre Announces Expanded 2020 Main Stage Season Westport, N.Y. - The Depot Theatre is pleased to announce its 2020 main stage lineup, which features iconic figures and everyday heroes in an expanded season that includes four productions for the first time...
Town of Westport awarded Smart Growth grant for Depot Improvements
Town of Westport awarded Smart Growth grant for Depot Improvements Westport, N.Y. - The Town of Westport has been awarded a Smart Growth grant to improve access to the Town-owned, historic circa 1876 train station building, which serves as a functioning Amtrak train...
NYSCA increases support of the Depot Theatre with 2020 grant
Westport, N.Y. - The New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) has increased its commitment to the Depot Theatre with a grant of $17,000 per year for each of the next three years. The grant is the largest multi-year general-operating support NYSCA award to the Depot...
Depot Theatre awarded Preserve NY Grant
Depot Theatre awarded Preserve NY Grant Westport, N.Y - The Depot Theatre in Westport, N.Y. has been awarded a Preserve New York grant of $4,712 to complete a thorough condition analysis of the 1876 train station in which the theatre resides. The Depot Theatre is a...
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