Off The Page
A Reading Series
Explore themes of identity, heroism, and the absurdity of human nature, while celebrating the lyrical Hiberno-English speech of rural Ireland.
Join us this September for our staged reading of John M. Synge’s The Playboy of the Western World.
Stay tuned for more information about our 2026 offerings!
John M. Synge's The Playboy of the Western World tells the story of Christy Mahon, a young man who claims to have killed his father, transforming from a timid outsider into a celebrated figure in a small Irish village.
Set in the early 1900s in County Mayo, Ireland, the play begins in Michael Flaherty’s pub. Christy Mahon arrives, claiming he killed his father with a spade while working on the farm. His bold story impresses the villagers, and his tale of patricide elevates him to local hero status. Villagers, especially young women, are fascinated by his audacity, and Christy gains confidence and charm through their admiration.
The play remains a cornerstone of Irish literature and has been adapted for stage and screen.
Sept. 26 & 27 2026 | 7pm & 2pm
Teatro Paraguas
Directed by Jennifer Graves
Stay tuned for more information about our 2026 season!
Performance Information
Helpful Information & Policies
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Tickets to Santa Fe Classic Theater productions are non-refundable.
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For performance information call Santa Fe Classic Theater, (505) 336-0629. Tickets are sold through a 3rd party platform called Tix.com.
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Seating Arrangement: All seating is general admission.
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In the event of inclement weather, please check SFCT's Facebook page for weather updates. If inclement weather requires cancellation of the performance, there are no refunds. All ticket-holders will be notified of a cancellation via email. If cancellation of a performance is required, the box office will attempt to accommodate attendees at a snow date, to be announced. We cannot guarantee that all requests can be fulfilled.
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Rescheduling ticket requests should send an email to tickets@santafeclassictheater.org with the ticket purchasers name and dates preferred.
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Please remember to turn off all cell phones and other electronic devices prior to the performance.
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No flash photography is permitted during the performance.
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Latecomers will be seated by the ushers at intermission. No seating is allowed while actors are performing on stage.
