Novato Theatre Company

Covering The San Francisco Bay Area & Sacramento Valley Since 2001

Novato Theatre Company • 5420 Nave Dr, Novato, CA 94949

Plays • Musicals • Opera • Dance

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Next Production

• JAN 23 - FEB 15, 2026 •

The Skin of our Teeth / Play

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The Skin of Our Teeth by Thornton Wilder is a stage play, a bold mix of comedy, satire, and surreal storytelling. It follows the Antrobus family of Excelsior, New Jersey, a household that represents all of humanity. George and Maggie Antrobus, along with their children Henry and Gladys and their unpredictable maid Sabina, move through a series of disasters that feel both colossal and strangely familiar. Ice pushes toward their home, storms threaten their safety, and society seems to fall apart around them, yet the family keeps stumbling forward with grit and stubborn hope. The play blends everyday family drama with mythic touches, where ancient figures casually cross paths with suburban life and unexpected creatures wander through the yard. Characters sometimes break the illusion of theater itself, adding humor while pulling the audience closer. At its core, the story paints an inventive portrait of human endurance as the Antrobuses push through each crisis by the skin of their teeth, hinting at the repeating cycles of struggle and renewal that shape every generation.

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Coming Soon

• OPENS MARCH 20, 2026 • Jagged Little Pill / Musical Jagged Little Pill is a Broadway musical inspired by Alanis Morissette’s landmark 1995 album, crafted by writer Diablo Cody and driven by a mix of rock concert energy and modern storytelling. The show follows the seemingly picture perfect Healy family as they push through a year that exposes every crack beneath their polished surface. Mary Jane, the mother, works hard to keep up an image of control while ignoring the emotional storms gathering around her. Her husband searches for connection in a household that keeps drifting from him. Their teenage children face pressures from school, social circles, and their own identities, each carrying secrets that would shake any family. As their individual struggles collide, the Healys find themselves forced to confront uncomfortable truths, challenge long held beliefs, and choose whether to keep hiding or finally open up. The musical blends humor, raw emotion, and anthemic music to create a story that feels both intimate and urgent. Its rock infused score and contemporary themes pull the audience into a world where everyone is trying to be okay while learning that honesty can be its own kind of healing.
• OPENS MAY 15, 2026 • Mama Mia! / Musical Mamma Mia!, a vibrant jukebox musical written by Catherine Johnson, spins a sunny and playful tale set on a small Greek island where warm light, blue water, and a hint of mystery shape every moment. The story centers on a young woman who is preparing for her wedding and dreams of starting this new chapter with confidence. Hoping to understand her past before she steps into her future, she secretly invites three men who once knew her mother well, believing one of them may hold the missing piece to her identity. Her mother, a fiercely independent woman who built a life on the island through hard work and a little stubborn charm, is thrown into emotional chaos as old memories and unexpected visitors arrive all at once. The island becomes a stage for upbeat music, tangled relationships, and heartfelt conversations that slowly reveal the layers between mother and daughter. Filled with humor, charm, and a spirit of celebration, Mamma Mia! blends family questions with irresistible energy, creating a musical experience that makes the audience want to follow every twist without ever feeling rushed or heavy.