April 2-May 3, 2026
Ezra is a celebrated children’s book author. Nancy is his fiercely loyal editor. Their creative partnership has shaped stories that delight generations. But when writer’s block pushes Ezra far past deadlines to deliver his latest book, a new voice enters the conversation, inspiring a controversial ending to Chipmunk and Squirrel, and testing the limits of his friendship with Nancy.
From writer Ted Malawer (Red, White, & Royal Blue), Carbonell and Silver Palm Award Winning director Bruce Linser, and featuring stunning illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Bong Redila, Everything Beautiful Happens at Night is a tender, funny, and moving story about the life you have, the life you want, and who stays when the world gets quiet.
Saturday, April 18th at 4pm (Immediately following the matinee performance)
Inspired by our current production, Everything Beautiful Happens at Night, Emmy Award-Winning journalist and theatermaker, Ariel Cipolla, leads a timely and thought-provoking discussion exploring the vital role of LGBTQ+ storytelling in children’s literature. Through personal insights and candid dialogue with acclaimed author Rob Sanders, director of KidLit for the Seymour Agency Joyce Sweeney, and children’s picture book author and editor Matt Tesoriero, we’ll confront the growing wave of book bans and the cultural debate shaping today’s literary landscape while inviting audiences to consider who gets to tell stories, why they matter, and what’s at stake for the next generation.
After a string of sold-out performances, counselor-turned-comedian, Becca Krakow, brings her hit comedy experience The Live Therapy Show to Comedy After Hours at Island City Stage for one unforgettable night! Blending stand-up, improv, and spontaneous audience participation, Becca draws on her background in comedy and addiction counseling to create a wildly funny group “therapy session” where anything can happen! No two nights are ever the same. It's half therapy, half roast—all laughs. Grab your tickets and see why audiences keep coming back for another session!
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