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About the show
by Robert Harling
Oct 23 - Nov 8, 2026
Filled to the brim with humor, heart and hairdos, this beloved comedy celebrates the lives and friendship of six southern women who gather weekly in their local hair salon to navigate the joys and challenges of life together. Grab your best friend and GO!
About the show
by John Cariani
Jan 22 – 31, 2027
From the author of Almost, Maine comes an amusing and heartfelt look at life in Northern Maine when a group of young Mainers wish on shooting stars asking big questions about love, life and themselves in this hopeful, funny and timely new play.
About the show
by Eboni Booth
Mar 12 – 21, 2027
Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for drama, this quirky, moving and uplifting play tells the story of a lonely man named Kenneth who meets his imaginary friend every night for Mai Tai’s at a local tiki bar. When he unexpectedly loses his long-term job in a bookstore, Kenneth must step outside his comfort zone to look for work and discovers the joy of making real friends and connecting with others.
About the show
by Emily Bohannon
Apr 30 – May 9, 2027
Don’t miss this heartfelt new comedy about love, loss and hope in three generations of single women! Imagine a recently jilted young woman, her middle-aged divorced mom and her 80 year old widowed grandmother - and guess who’s the fiancé? When a granddaughter and her grandmother agree to try online dating, everyone is surprised when love knocks on Grandma’s door first! This delightful comedy celebrates the joy that comes from opening your heart to the possibility of finding love at any age!
About the show
by Robert Harling
Oct 23 - Nov 8, 2026
Filled to the brim with humor, heart and hairdos, this beloved comedy celebrates the lives and friendship of six southern women who gather weekly in their local hair salon to navigate the joys and challenges of life together. Grab your best friend and GO!
About the show
by John Cariani
Jan 22 – 31, 2027
From the author of Almost, Maine comes an amusing and heartfelt look at life in Northern Maine when a group of young Mainers wish on shooting stars asking big questions about love, life and themselves in this hopeful, funny and timely new play.
About the show
by Eboni Booth
Mar 12 – 21, 2027
Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for drama, this quirky, moving and uplifting play tells the story of a lonely man named Kenneth who meets his imaginary friend every night for Mai Tai’s at a local tiki bar. When he unexpectedly loses his long-term job in a bookstore, Kenneth must step outside his comfort zone to look for work and discovers the joy of making real friends and connecting with others.
About the show
by Emily Bohannon
Apr 30 – May 9, 2027
Don’t miss this heartfelt new comedy about love, loss and hope in three generations of single women! Imagine a recently jilted young woman, her middle-aged divorced mom and her 80 year old widowed grandmother - and guess who’s the fiancé? When a granddaughter and her grandmother agree to try online dating, everyone is surprised when love knocks on Grandma’s door first! This delightful comedy celebrates the joy that comes from opening your heart to the possibility of finding love at any age!
Order your 2026-27 Subscription Today!
FOUR Great shows Plus a BONUS ticket, just $160!
CALL 207-782-3200 | Mon- Fri 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
GUARANTEED SAVINGS OVER 26-27 SINGLE TICKET PRICES!
Our 2026-27 Season Subscription includes FOUR great shows!
- Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling
- Darker the Night, Brighter the Stars by John Cariani
- Primary Trust by Eboni Booth
- The Fiancé by Emily Bohannon
SUBSCRIBERS SAVE FROM SINGLE TICKET PRICES.
Adult Subscriptions:
- SAVINGS – 2026-27 Adult subscriptions are $160 – A $210 value in 26-27!
- A BONUS TICKET – A $42 value! Purchase a full subscription to all four shows, and you’ll receive a bonus ticket to bring a friend to one subscription show for free.
- NO ADMIN FEES when purchasing additional tickets to Subscription Shows throughout the season.
- FIRST CHOICE OF SEATING – as a Subscriber, you can reserve your seats months before tickets go on sale to the general public.
- FREE EXCHANGES only for subscribers. No need to worry if your plans change.
- WAIT LIST for Sold Out Shows – Only Subscribers may be put on a wait list if a performance is sold out.
Select Subscription packages may be purchased online. For Same Day Plan, please call us at 782-3200 during business hours, Mon – Fri 9:00 am – 4:30 pm for assistance.
Current Subscribers:
If you are a Same Day Subscriber, do not purchase a Subscription Online! Call 782-3200 to purchase your reserved Subscription package.
If you are a current FLEX Subscriber, you may choose to purchase your Flex Subscription Online OR by calling 782-3200. You will not be able to reserve any dates or seats ONLINE unless you purchase a “Choose Your Seat” Subscription.
CALL 207-782-3200 | Mon- Fri 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
GUARANTEED SAVINGS OVER 26-27 SINGLE TICKET PRICES!
Choose your plan
We offer three different Subscription Plans. Pick the one that is best for you.
Same Day - Same Seat Plan
Same-Day Plan: Not available after first show closes.
- You know what day in the schedule you like to attend (ie.,“We always come the 1st Sunday”), and like the same seats each time.
- This plan renews season-to-season and you get first refusal for your favorite seats.
- Exchanges are always FREE if your plans change.
You must call 207-782-3200 to purchase this Subscription.
Flexible (Flex) Plan
Flexible Plan: For those who are unsure exactly when you can see each show, but know you want to see them all.
- Great for folks with irregular schedules or if you travel frequently.
- Great for Groups of friends coordinating many schedules.
- Reserve your seats now or later. With FREE exchanges if your plans change.
- We remind you to reserve your seats prior to each show so you don’t miss a thing.
You may purchase this Subscription online or by calling 207-782-3200.
*While you may purchase Flex Subscriptions online you may not choose dates and seats online. If you know WHEN you want to see ALL SHOWS, consider a Choose Your Seat Subscription.
Choose-Your-Seat Plan
Choose Your Seat Plan: This plan allows you to choose when you would like to see each show (pick any combination of performance days), and choose your seats at the time of purchase.
While you choose your seats all at once, it is different from a Same-Day Plan, and does not guarantee you the same seats on renewal.
- Great for folks with irregular schedules who plan ahead.
- Purchase your Subscription online 24/7
- FREE exchanges if your plans change.
You may purchase this Subscription online. See detailed instructions below.
We don’t sell Choose Your Seat Subscriptions over the phone, but can help you purchase a Flex Subscription and reserve your seats for any or all shows at the same time. Call 207-782-3200 for assistance.
Purchase a "Choose Your Seat" subscription online: Step by Step instructions
Shopping Cart has a 30 minute timer. Please complete your purchase within this time frame. If order is not completed, the cart will time out and you will have to start over.
- Pick a section first. Left, right, or center. If you don’t like the seats available later in the process (Preview seats), you will have to start over. You will choose seats in this section for all shows.
- Enter how many subscriptions you are purchasing. Each subscription includes ONE ticket to each of the shows plus a Bonus ticket (if applicable)
- You will now see a list of the shows. When you click the arrow on the right, you will see a list of performances.

- You may choose to preview the seating in each performance prior to choosing a date to see each show. You do not choose seats in the preview view it just lets you see what you may choose from if you select that date.

If you click “Preview Seat Map” you will see this
- Once you select a performance you will see a green indicator on the left of that performance date and you will see it listed under “Selection Summary” on the right.
- Work your way down each show, choosing your date.

- Choose your Bonus ticket (there is only one choice).

- Note that the “Selection Summary” on the right has all selections filled.
- Review your choices carefully. If you need to change any chosen performance dates, now is the time. Click “X” to remove a performance and choose a new one.
- NOW you may click “Select Seats“

- To the right you will see the Show and Date with your empty Seat “Slots”.

- You will be presented with all available seats to choose from (in your selected section) in the first show.
- Choose your seats, clicking on each desired seat, corresponding with the number of Subscriptions you are buying. The seat “slots” to the right will fill as you choose your seats. You may click the “X” to remove your selection and pick different seats.
- Confirm your seats.


- Repeat for each of the FOUR shows. As soon as you “Confirm Seats” for the last show you will be sent to the Checkout page. Your Bonus Ticket is automatically selected as it is not tied to a specific seat.
- Click Show Details to view your list of dates/seats

- If you would like to change your SEATS for any of the shows click Edit and repeat steps 12 and 13. You must click the “X” next to each seat you wish to delete before selecting new ones. You may not choose a different performance date. If you have chosen an incorrect date you must remove the entire subscription and start over OR note your change under “Specific Instructions”, complete your purchase, and we will make an exchange to correct it.
- Select your Delivery method. – All orders will receive a confirmation email
Choosing EMAIL delivery method indicates you would like mobile tickets that you may display on your phone or print out at home. Your confirmation and any reminders will contain links to your tickets
Choosing WILL CALL delivery method indicates you would like to pick up your printed tickets at the Box Office when you come to the show. - Click Next
- You may enter a Discount Code if you have one. Click Next.
- You will be asked to fill in your contact information.
- If you know when you would like to use your Bonus Ticket, you may enter a note where indicated.
- Click Next
- Choose Enter Payment (unless you have a Public Theatre E-Gift card number. If you do, Use Gift Card to enter that payment first. Any remaining balance due is paid by credit card.)
- Enter credit card information as instructed. Complete Payment.
Once submitted, you will receive a confirmation email containing a list of your chosen dates and seats.
Click here to purchase your subscriptions >>
2026-27 Subscription Pricing:
Adults: $160 for FOUR great shows
Subscription pricing includes all applicable fees.
Subscription includes one ticket to each of the FOUR subscription series shows in 2026-27, plus a free Bonus Ticket with a $42 value.
35 Below*: $100 for FOUR Great Shows
Subscription pricing includes all applicable fees.
Subscription includes one ticket to each of the FOUR subscription series shows in 2026-27. 35 Below Subscriptions do NOT include a Bonus Ticket, but you may purchase discounted guest tickets with your Membership.
*This is available to people ages 19-35 who sign up for our FREE 35 Below Membership program which will provide access to these discounted prices.
Have a Young Theatre Lover?
Youth: $60 (ages 13-18)
Subscription pricing includes all applicable fees.
Youth subscriptions include one ticket to each of our FOUR Subscription Series shows in 2026-27. Most of our Subscription Series shows are PG to PG-13 and appropriate for 8th Grade and up.(Please review the shows offered to make sure that they are age appropriate for your child.)
Youth Subscriptions do not include a Bonus Ticket.
Listed prices include all applicable fees. Due to state legislation all transactions will be charged a processing fee regardless of method of payment. All subscription sales are final. No refunds will be issued. In the event of show cancellations, vouchers will be issued for use during the current season. You may also donate the value of your tickets. Individual Subscription tickets may be exchanged up to 24 hours before the performance in accordance with our Subscriber Exchange Policy. Please call (207) 782-3200 for assistance.
Current Subscriber Services
CURRENT SUBSCRIBERS – Click here for more information about:
- Getting the most from your Subscription
- Using your Bonus Ticket
- Exchanging Tickets
- Ticket Delivery options
- Renewing your Subscription
What is a full subscription?
A full subscription consists of one ticket to each of the FOUR shows in our Subscription Series PLUS one Bonus Ticket. 35 Below and Youth subscriptions are not eligible for Bonus tickets.
I see that you have a youth ticket for only $15. Can I purchase a subscription for my child?
Yes. Please review the shows offered to make sure that they are age appropriate for your child. A Youth Subscription is $60 but does not include a BONUS TICKET.
I bought a single ticket for the first subscription show, and now I want to subscribe. Will I get a bonus ticket?
Yes. We couldn’t be happier if our patrons love the show so much they want to become a subscriber. When you purchase a 3-Show subscription by December 31, 2026 we will award the Bonus Ticket as if you had purchased a Full subscription. You can purchase a 3-Show Choose Your Seat or 3-Show Flex Subscription online or call 207-782-2211, Mon-Fri 9:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Have more questions? Hopefully, we have the answers you’re looking for. If not, please call us at (207) 782-3200 between 9am and 5pm, Monday-Friday
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The Public Theatre
31 Maple Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
Business: (207) 782-2211
Tickets: (207) 782-3200