OUR 2026 Patchwork SEASON
JULY - AUGUST
All performances at 11AM
Performing Fridays at the Weathervane and touring the North Country throughout the week!
Beauty and the beast
July 1 - July 10, 2026
By Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve
Adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller
Join us for this tale as old as time in a fresh and lively adaptation brimming with humor, heart, and theatrical magic. Step into an enchanted castle where a brave young woman meets a fearsome Beast—and discovers the heart beneath the fur. Romance, comedy, and colorful characters swirl together in a fast-paced, family-friendly adventure to reveal a powerful message: true beauty is found within.
Performances: July 1 (Colonial), July 2 (Lisbon), July 3 (Weathervane), July 8 (Colebrook), July 9 (Groveton), July 10 (Weathervane)
Snow White and the Magic Go Go Boots
July 15 - July 24, 2026
Once upon a time, when pigs spoke in rhyme, a duck-billed stork delivered Snow White, and chaos ensued. With a bossy magic mirror, a reluctant prince, Girl Scout adventures, and go-go boots, this fairy-tale spoof is packed with songs, jokes for all ages, and audience fun. A goofy, heart-filled ride proving that happily ever after rarely goes according to plan.
Performances: July 15 (Colonial), July 16 (Lisbon), July 17 (Weathervane), July 22 (Colebrook), July 24 (Weathervane)
Broadway Bound 2:
Big Roles, Bigger Dreams
July 29 - August 7, 2026
Created By Marisa Kirby
The next chapter of Broadway Bound is here! These performers are all grown up and can’t play the kid roles they once loved, but now they dream of the big roles they hope to play one day. Full of fun Broadway songs, dancing, and acting, this show will make you want to sing, dance, and cheer along! Whether you love performing or just love to dream, this show is all about imagining big and believing anything is possible.
Performances: July 29 (Colonial), July 31 (Weathervane), August 5 (Colebrook), August 6 (Lisbon), August 7 (Weathervane)
The Quest
August 11 - August 21, 2026
By: Marisa Kirby
Adapted from the book The Three Questions by Jon J Muth
Based on a short story by Leo Tolstoy
Celebrate kindness, courage, and compassion in this movement-driven theatrical adventure! Jon J. Muth’s beloved retelling of Leo Tolstoy’s timeless fable, The Three Questions, comes to life in a visually rich and captivating production. Physical storytelling transforms the stage into a world of discovery as the story unfolds with heart and imagination, gently revealing the universal truths about what matters most.
Performances: August 11 (Groveton), August 12 (Colonial), August 14 (Weathervane), August 19 (Colebrook), August 21 (Weathervane)
Best of Patchwork 2023
August 29 inside the Weathervane at 10 AM
Our favorite moments and songs from all our Patchwork shows in one stellar closing day. Join us inside the Weathervane or from the comfort of your own home!
Sponsors
venues
VENUE
Weathervane Theatre (Outdoor)
Colebrook’s The Great North Woods Center for the Arts (Outdoor)
Lisbon Lions Club Community Field (Outdoor)
GDK Memorial Field (Outdoor)
ADDRESS
389 Lancaster Rd., Whitefield, NH 03598
2050 Main St, Bethlehem, NH 03574
1993 US-3, Columbia, NH 03576
West Street, Lisbon, NH 035852
7 Arlington Ave, Northumberland, NH 03582
seating & ticketing
For all outdoor performances patrons are encouraged to bring their own seating (lawn chairs, blankets, etc). Indoor performance seating is General Admission.
Seating starts approximately 30 minutes before performance time. Tickets sold at the entrance. Weathervane outdoor performances are pet-friendly.
Weathervane Ticket Prices:
$10.00
On the Road Ticket Prices:
Prices vary. Check with the venue.
RAIN POLICY
Performances outside the Weathervane and the Great North Woods Center for the Arts will move indoors in case of rain. Performances in Lisbon will move to Lisbon Town Hall. While highly unlikely, should a Weathervane performance be cancelled altogether it will be posted on Weathervane’s social media.
The Patchwork players
Composed of early career artists selected from a nationwide search, meet our 2026 Patchwork Players!
Eli Butler
Eli Butler
FIRST SEASON
Mainstage roles this season:
JAGGED (Ensemble), GREASE (Roger), ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS (Gareth)
Steven Dias
Steven Dias
FIRST SEASON
Mainstage roles this season:
JAGGED (Ensemble), GREASE (Eugene), WAITRESS (Ensemble), ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS (Ensemble)
Mack McCloud
Mack McCloud
FIRST SEASON
Mainstage roles this season:
JAGGED (Frankie), GREASE (Patty Simcox)
Tyne Dougherty
Tyne Dougherty
FIRST SEASON
Mainstage roles this season:
RENT (Ensemble), MUCH ADO (Beatrice), PAPERBOY (Carrier), ANYTHING GOES (Hope Harcourt)
Margaux Marak
Margaux Marak
SECOND SEASON
Mainstage roles this season:
RENT (Ensemble), XANADU (Thalia, et al), MUCH ADO (DON John/Conrad), ANYTHING GOES (Angel)
Chloe Mendoza Smith
Chloe Mendoza Smith
FIRST SEASON
Mainstage roles this season:
RENT (Mimi), GLOCK 17. (Conscience), MUCH ADO (Hero), Anything Goes (Angel)
Shai Vaknine
SHAI VAKNINE
FIRST SEASON
Mainstage roles this season:
PRIVATE LIVES (Louis), RENT (Ensemble), MUCH ADO (Benedick)
Madison Mintzer and Justine So appear courtesy of William Daniel Mills Apprentice Program
2026 Patchwork players staff
Marisa Kirby (she/her)
NINTH SEASON
Marisa Kirby returns as the BridgeCo Director for Season 61. She’s a member of the AEA professional company and also serves as the resident choreographer. With over fifteen years of experience in theatre, dance, and education, Marisa is passionate and dedicated to her work with the Weathervane BridgeCO program. Under her guidance and training, many of her students have gone on to perform on Broadway, TV/film, cruise lines, and music videos. She holds a BFA in dance performance from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and has been nationally recognized for her work with aspiring young artists. It is her privilege to work with such incredible talent from across the country and assist them in developing their own path in the entertainment industry. For more info and updates…www.marisakirby.com
Aasrith Veerapaneni (he/him)
FIRST SEASON
Aasrith is a rising third-year at the University of Iowa. PSM credits include THE INDOCTRINATION OF BANANAS (2025, UIowa) and 10 MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL (2026, UIowa). Select ASM credits include FRANKIE AND JOHNNY… (2025, SDT), ARGONAUTIKA (2025, UIowa), and DIE FLEDERMAUS (2026, CROpera). Go Hawkeyes.
Dani Barret (she/her)
FOURTH SEASON
Dani is thrilled to be returning for her 4th season at the Weathervane! Previous WV credits include CABARET, CLUE, THE PRODUCERS, WAITRESS. Other credits include: MARY POPPINS (PTC), 9 TO 5 (PTC). Choreographic credits: ‘Something About Sole’ (CofC Artist in Residence), CINDERELLA (PTC). She previously choreographed Patchwork’s NORTH COUNTRY MOOSICAL MUSICAL in 2024.
Grace L. Kramer (she/her)
EIGHTH SEASON
Grace returns to Weathervane for her fourth summer as a guest Patchwork director and eighth as Weathervane’s company manager. Additionally, this is her fifth season as the Executive Director for Weathervane’s Windsock Summer Theatre Camp.
When not in the North Country, she fills her days being a mom to an awesome kiddo and serves as the Administrative Specialist for the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning at the University of Maine. Previously, Grace was the Managing Director for Education at Penobscot Theatre Company (Bangor, ME). For over two decades, Grace has been immersed in performing arts education, teaching and choreographing locally for PTC’s Dramatic Academy, Robinson Ballet, Orono Middle School, Orono High School, and Houlton High School. Her music outreach non-profit work with The Young Americans has taken her all over North America, Europe, the UK, and Japan, teaching students of all ages. Grace is a founding member of HEART Global, a non-profit focused on connecting students worldwide through performing arts education.
Ira Kramer (he/him)
EIGHTH SEASON
Ira makes his Patchwork Player director debut with Snow White, but has worn many hats at the Weathervane (actor, music director, musician, director of media production, box office manager). His music outreach non-profit work with The Young Americans has taken him all over the world, teaching students of all ages. Ira is a founding member of HEART Global, a non-profit focused on connecting students worldwide through performing arts education. Originally from Canada, Ira and his family now live in the Bangor, ME area.
Christa LeBlanc (she/her)
FIRST SEASON
is a NYC-based scenic designer and artist, and is excited to be joining the Weathervane for her first season! Some of her favorite past works include designing CARRIE: THE MUSICAL (MMC) and scenic charging A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Engeman Theatre). Sending love to Rosco, her cat.
Hannah Showalter (she/her)
SIXTH SEASON
Hannah is super excited about season 61! This is Hannah’s sixth season with the Weathervane. Hannah graduated from Keene State College with a BA in Theatre and Dance. Last season, Hannah played Jan in GREASE! She
Susan Gibbs (she/they)
FIRST SEASON
This is Susan’s first season with Weathervane. She has a BFA in theatre from Knox College, and recently completed a production internship at the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale. Susan thanks her friends, family, and partner for their unwavering support!
Noah Huseman (he/him)
FIRST SEASON
Noah is a NYC based pianist, music director, vocal coach, and arranger. Before moving, he worked in Nashville performing, teaching, and producing music. Previous work includes: NYU Tisch Opera Lab, Chickenshed NYC, Shuffles NYC, Secret Theatre. He’s excited to be joining Weathervane this year.
Kaitlyn Lied (they/them)
FIRST SEASON
Kaitlyn is a recent graduate from the University of Northern Colorado and is excited to join the Weathervane for its 61st season, working backstage in the scene shop. They would like to thank their friends and family for their support. Enjoy the show!