CELEBRATING THE GENIUS OF TOM STOPPARD
From the author of ROSENCRANTZ & GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, ARCADIA, LEOPOLDSTADT, and SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE, comes a comedy about love, ideals, and the power of language
OCTOBER 22nd through NOVEMBER 1st
at
Whippoorwill Hall
North Castle Library
Kent Place
Armonk 10504
**(See note below if you are not familiar with this location already)
”The Real Thing is so densely and entertainingly packed with wit, ideas and feelings that one visit just won’t do” – The NY Times
Late last year the world lost Tom Stoppard, celebrated as one of the most significant dramatists of the modern era. Known for his dazzling verbal wit, philosophical depth, and complex structural layers, his unique writing style earned the entry “Stoppardian” in the Oxford English Dictionary. Over a career spanning more than six decades, Stoppard received five Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, and an Academy Award.
The Real Thing is widely considered one of Stoppard’s most enduring and personal comedies, trading some of his epic, multi-generational themes for a deeply intimate look at romantic relationships. It is also a love letter to words, and explores how language can mask genuine emotion, while simultaneously analyzing how political activism can sometimes value abstract ideology over individual human relationships.
It’s also very funny.
~WHEN:
- 10/22 at 7 p.m. (Preview)
- 10/23 at 7 p.m (OPENING NIGHT)
- 10/24 at 2 p.m (Talk Back)
- 10/24 at 7 p.m. (Talk Back)
- 10/25 at 2 p.m. (Talk Back)
- 10/29 12 PM (Talk Back)
- 10/30 at 7 p.m. (Talk Back)
- 10/31 at 2 p.m.(Talk Back)
- 10/31 at 7 p.m. (Talk Back)
- 11/1 at 2 p.m. (CLOSING)
The show is approximately 2 hours long with one 15 minute intermission
Suggested age: 14 and over
~TALK BACKS: Participate in a unique discussion with the actors to learn their
perspectives about this provocative play. (Approximately 20 minutes in duration, immediately following each show).
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- 10/24 @2p.m. and 7 p.m.
- 10/25 @2 p.m.
- 10/29 @ 12 PM
- 10/30 @7 p.m.
- 10/31 @2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: Doors will open 30 minutes prior to showtime. We kindly ask that guests do not arrive earlier, as seating will not be available before this time.
Free parking available at the North Castle Library
CAST
Dan Blick – BRODIE
Abbie Burris – DEBBIE
Jay Edward Clarke – BILLY
Trent Dawson – HENRY
Katie Fable – ANNIE
Carman Lacivita – MAX
Brenda Withers – CHARLOTTE
* * *GENERAL INFORMATION: * * *
- INDIVIDUAL TICKETS
- Adults: $49
- Seniors/Veterans: $39
- Students $25 (please provide a valid school ID)
- Preview $25
- All tickets available online and at the door
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- GROUP RATE DISCOUNTS are available. Please contact us at info@katonahclassicstage.com or 844-527-7469 for details
- Our new ticketing platform, which allows for reserved seating, requires a small additional fee at checkout.
- Please note, this new platform will send you a receipt after your ticket purchase wherein you choose how you wish to receive your ticket. The options include: Will Call, Text, or Email.
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- OPENING NIGHT: Saturday, October, 23 2026
*PLEASE NOTE:*
*Talk backs will occur immediately after the show and will last approximately 20 min.
*For those traveling from New York City, the closest train station is North White Plains and Uber is available both to and from the theatre. Here are a few tips:
- The North White Plains train station is approximately 11 minutes away from the theatre
- It is recommended you allow approx. 15 minutes for an Uber to arrive so please plan and request accordingly.
*FYI: If you are not already familiar with the North Castle Library’s location, sometimes there is an issue with the googling the library’s address (which is technically 19 EAST Whippoorwill Road, Armonk). It might help to input Amore Pizza, which shares a parking lot with the library, to make sure you are headed to the right place.
*Free parking is available at the North Castle Library
CONTACT:
Email: Info@KatonahClassicStage.com
Phone: 844-527-7469
THE REAL THING is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Dramatists Play Service
www.concordtheatricals.com
THE REAL THING is made possible by:
The New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
ArtsWestchester
Westchester County Legislature
The Arnow Family Fund
Special Thanks to