Fish Creek, Wis. (April 7, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce that it was awarded a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) through their Creation & Presentation program. Funds from the grant will support the theater’s continued development and presentation of outstanding community programs and theatrical productions. “We are grateful for the […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (March 25, 2021) –  Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce it is the recipient of a grant from the Raibrook Foundation to assist the theater in replacing and improving its outdoor scenic construction area. “We are incredibly grateful to the Raibrook Foundation and are thrilled to have their support for this important […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (March 22, 2021) –Greg and Audra visit February and March of 1961 when the fate of the theater was decided at the courthouse in Sturgeon Bay where the Door County Sheriff held a public auction. Although a citizen group rallied to pull the 1960 season together, Caroline’s health did not improve. The […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (March 12, 2021) –  Peninsula Players Theatre presents an audio reading of two “Adventures of the Thin Man” radio episodes on Monday, April 5, at 7 p.m. CDT as part of The Play’s the Thing, the theater’s winter play reading series. “The Thin Man” series, written by Sam Spade’s creator Dashiell Hammett, follows […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (March 10, 2021) – In March of 1960, the Internal Revenue Service seized the theater’s real estate and property to sell to the highest bidder to settle unpaid back taxes. With the assistance of financial angels, the theater was saved from the revenue officer for the time being. Although start-up funds were […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (March 5, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to announce it is the recipient of a grant from the 100+ Women Who Care Northern Door County giving circle. This grant of $4,875 will assist the theater in replacing and improving its outdoor scenic construction area. “We are incredibly grateful to the 100+ Women […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (March 1, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre is pleased to provide scholarships for its third year to Door County high school seniors pursuing a major or minor in arts management, music or theater. A $500 scholarship will be awarded this spring to one student at each of the Door County high schools. Applications for the scholarship […]

Fish Creek, WI. – Peninsula Players Theatre presents a reading of John Van Druten’s whimsical comedy “Bell, Book and Candle” on Monday, March 1, at 7 p.m. CST as part of The Play’s the Thing, the theater’s winter play reading series.  “Bell, Book and Candle” inspired the popular 1960s television shows “Bewitched” and “I Dream of Jeannie.” In Van […]

Support Peninsula Players Theatre today by ordering new Ghost Light merchandise! All proceeds directly benefit Peninsula Players Theatre and help to ensure the future of the theater. This exclusive Ghost Light design will only be available until we are safely able to reopen the theater. We extend our deepest gratitude to Costume Shop Manager Kyle Pingel for creating the inspiring […]

Fish Creek, Wis. (January 25, 2021) – Peninsula Players Theatre’s Board of Directors made dual announcements today. When the theater’s 2021 season comes to a close, Artistic Director Greg Vinkler will step down from administrative duties and retire. Linda Fortunato, a dedicated company member of 17 seasons at Peninsula Players, has been appointed associate artistic director and will work […]