Compass Rose Theater, a critically acclaimed professional theater and educational nonprofit in Annapolis, unveiled its 2026/27 season — a celebration of friendship and inspiration — and announced an exciting new partnership with Live Arts Studio.
The new season opens September 18, 2026, with the beloved family musical You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, based on Charles Schulz’s iconic Peanuts comic strip.
“We’re thrilled to share these inspiring shows and new venue with our audience. In addition to an exciting lineup, we’re introducing a 4-show Flex Pass subscription with discounted pricing, reserved seating, and Friday guest passes for opening nights,” said Barbara Webber, Executive Director of Compass Rose Theater. “Our new partnership with Live Arts Studio creates an exciting opportunity to bring professional live theater to the Annapolis Mall, inviting audiences to enjoy an evening out — perhaps even dinner and a live show.”
As part of its new collaboration with Live Arts Studio, Compass Rose will present three productions. Following the Charlie Brown opening musical (September – October 2025) is the heartwarming holiday favorite It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play (November–December 2026), and the poignant romantic comedy Almost, Maine (January–February 2027).
“Live Arts is happy to support and sponsor performances by Compass Rose Theater this season,” said Ernie Green, Artistic Director of Live Arts Studio. “ We are looking forward to an exciting season of vibrant and engaging performances together.”
In March 2027, Compass Rose returns to Maryland Hall to perform in the newly renovated Bowen Theater for the beloved musical Godspell, closing the season on a high note.
Compass Rose unveiled the cast of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown: Andrew Agner-Nicols (Snoopy), Julia Eakes (Sally), Tori Farnsworth (Lucy), C.C. Gallagher (Linus), Lizzy Grice (Frieda/Female Swing), Kelly Mok (Pig-Pen/Male Swing), Keila Mumphord (Violet), James M. Toler (Charlie Brown), and Tyler M. White (Schroeder). The artistic team features Producer Barbara Webber, Artistic Director Madeline Austin, Director Tracy Adler, Musical Director Barrett Johnson, Choreographer Tori Farnsworth, Lighting Designer Marianne Meadows, and Stage Manager Kristi Gardner.
Compass Rose continues its commitment to youth arts education and experiential learning by producing its all-student summer production over two weekends, July 31 – August 9, 2026. Young actors ages 10–17 will perform an outdoor, immersive production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, presented in a debut partnership with Historic London Town & Gardens in Edgewater, Maryland. Director: Madeline Austin. Assistant Directors: Anne Marie Drew and Joe Thompson. Student stage managers/assistants: Bodi Heim and McKinley Gray.
Since its founding in 2011, Compass Rose Theater has produced more than 50 professional productions and earned eight Helen Hayes Award nominations, along with multiple recommendations. Known for its powerful storytelling and commitment to arts education and diversity, Compass Rose serves students and audiences of all ages throughout the DMV region.
Tickets
Tickets range from $15 to $55 and are available until showtime, subject to availability. Discounts are offered for students, teachers, seniors, military, veterans, and groups of 12 or more.
Purchase tickets at www.compassrosetheater.org or call 410-980-6662.
Doors open 20 minutes before each performance. Free parking, handicap accessible.
