In September, OCT's Next Gen Takes the Main Stage
"Night at the Wax Museum"
September 10 to 14, 2026
School’s out for summer, but not for six unlucky students who don’t know much about history — they have to re-take the class in summer school. First year teacher Heather Fairchild has arranged for them to help her two aunts set up a new wax museum as a class project. Though the students’ eyes glaze over with boredom, there’s a twinkle in the wax figures’ eyes when a mysterious incantation from the back of Cleopatra’s bracelet brings them to life! King Henry VIII finds himself smitten with Cleopatra, making his queen, Anne Boleyn, furious. If she can just not lose her head, John Adams is there to serve as her divorce attorney! When Butch Cassidy, the Sundance Kid, Blackbeard and a bevy of lady pirates show up, everybody’s out for one thing — treasure!
Produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service, Denver, Colorado.
Adult/Senior tickets are $19 each. Youth tickets for patrons aged 17 and under are $11. This includes taxes and fees.
OCT Youth Main Stage Family Pass - 2 adult tickets and 3 youth tickets for $60.00. This pricing is only available at the Box Office before each performance.
Seating is General Admission.
Join OCT's October Main Stage Performance of Agathie Christie's
"Spider's Web"
October 8 to 18, 2026
“Suspense, anyone? The old fashioned kind? Who’s for good, clean fun? One is Agatha Christie’s 1954 puzzler, Spider’s Web.” – The New York Times
Clarissa, wife of a diplomat, is adept at spinning tales of adventure, but when a murder takes place in her drawing room, she finds live drama much harder to cope with. Desperate to dispose of the body before her husband arrives with an important politician, she enlists the help of her guests. Hilarity ensues when they are interrupted by the arrival of wry detective Inspector Lord.
Did you know? Spider’s Web premiered in London’s West End at the Savoy Theatre on December 14, 1954. It ran for an impressive 744 performances. It remains Christie’s second longest-running play, after The Mousetrap.
Join us as Living Room Reading Series Opens its 16th Season
"The Shark is Broken"
Sunday, September 6, 2026
4:00 p.m.
“A profound dive behind the scenes of the making of Jaws.” – Daily Telegraph
The historic first summer blockbuster movie is being filmed – but no one working on the film would know it. Dive deep into the tumultuous, murky waters of the making of a major motion picture with dueling co-stars, unpredictable weather and a shark prop whose constant breakdowns are looking like an omen for the future of the movie. In this comedy written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, the short tempers and short circuits of Jaws stars Robert Shaw (father of the play’s co-author Ian), Richard Dreyfuss, and Roy Scheider take center stage as they bond, argue, drink, gamble and pray for an end to the film shoot, not knowing it will change their lives forever.
Did you know? The Shark Is Broken premiered in Brighton, England at the Rialto Theatre on July 24, 2019.. The later Broadway production of the play opened at the John Golden Theatre on August 10, 2023.
Presented by speical arrangement with Concord Theatericals.
There is no admission charge for this event. Donaiotns are accepted.
This porduction is located in the Wilson Family Black Box. It is only accesible by stairs.
About Us
Old Courthouse Theatre (OCT) is a cornerstone of the Concord, North Carolina arts scene, celebrating its 51st season of outstanding community-driven performances. Located in a beautifully restored former church over 100 years old, OCT blends the city’s historic charm with vibrant theatrical expression.
Each season, the theatre produces five main stage shows—including plays and musicals—youth productions, and numerous special events. OCT also supports emerging voices and experimental works through its Black Box Theatre, home to the Living Room Reading Series and resident company, the Post Mortem Players. Fueled by dedicated volunteers and passionate artists, OCT remains committed to enriching the cultural fabric of Concord and surrounding communities.
Old Courthouse Theatre, Inc. is a proud member of the Metrolina Theatre Association, American Association of Community Theatre, Arts North Carolina and the Cabarrus Chamber.
More To Know
Overflow Parking for All Productions
If you are able please consider parking at the municipal parking deck at 28 Cabarrus Avenue. It is a 3-to-5-minute walk to the theatre. A map is provided below.
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Recently Old Courthouse Theatre was featured on PBS Charlotte's Carolina Impact. Click here to view the informative video.
