Performances at Newport Playhouse: On the Farce Day of Christmas by Ken Levine
Guests watch a holiday farce about Wendy, who pays her ex-husband to travel to her parents' home in Utah and pretend they are still happily married. As they attempt to maintain the charade for her religious mother, the situation descends into comic chaos. Depending on the ticket selected, the experience combines theatrical performances with cabaret entertainment and buffet dining.
What to Expect
Holiday comedy farce paired with cabaret entertainment and buffet dining.
Event Details
Food & Drink
A buffet is included with the dinner, theatre, and cabaret package; theatre-only admission does not include it.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults and theatergoers
Vibe
Comic and theatrical
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $76.95 per person for Dinner, Theatre, and Cabaret; $32 per person for Theatre Only.
- Hours: Matinees Sunday through Thursday: Cabaret 1:00 PM; Play 2:00 PM. Evenings Friday and Saturday: Curtain 7:30 PM; Cabaret 9:30 PM. Matinees: Doors 11:00 AM; Buffet 11:30 AM.
Tips & Advice
- Choose the dinner, theatre and cabaret ticket if you want the buffet as part of your visit.
- Select a matinee or evening performance based on the format: matinees run Sunday through Thursday, while evening performances run Friday and Saturday.
- Allow time for the buffet before a matinee, which is included with the dinner, theatre and cabaret option.
- Contact the box office by email or phone if you need help with your booking.
Special Events & Promotions
- Matinee performances run Sunday through Thursday; evening performances run Friday and Saturday.
- Dinner, theatre and cabaret or theatre-only tickets are available.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the play about?
Wendy pays her ex-husband, Gary, to pretend they are still happily married when they visit her parents in Utah for Christmas. Their efforts to maintain the charade descend into chaos.
What ticket options are available?
You can choose dinner, theatre and cabaret, or theatre only.
What does the dinner, theatre and cabaret option include?
It includes a buffet as well as the theatre performance and cabaret.
How do the matinee and evening formats differ?
Matinees run Sunday through Thursday and include cabaret and the play. Evening performances run Friday and Saturday, with the play and cabaret.
How can I reach the box office?
Email boxoffice@newportplayhouse.com or call (401) 848-7529.
More Christmas Events near Newport
Always check the official website for the most current information.
We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly. Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide and isn't affiliated with the events we list.