Mark your calendars for our winter play reading series, The Play’s the Thing! These free events take place at 7:00 p.m. at Björklunden's Vail Hall (7590 Boynton Ln, Baileys Harbor) with seating on a first come, first served basis.
2026 The Play’s the Thing Series
Rosenberg by David Meyers
Monday, February 2, 2026
In conjunction with Door County Reads
Sam Goodstein prosecuted Julius and Ethel Rosenberg for treason, in the trial of the century. Their conviction led Sam and his wife Judith to success, notoriety, and a world that had been previously closed to them. But when troubling questions arise about the case, both Sam and Judith must decide how much they're willing to sacrifice for that success, and how much they can compromise and still stay who they are.
Rosenberg examines power, gender, and political courage in Washington, DC and what has changed, or hasn't changed, since 1953.
In the Doorway by Sean Grennan
Monday, March 2, 2026
In conjunction with World Premiere Wisconsin
After a sudden heart attack, Jonathan finds himself in a limbo crowded with long-dead relatives who have strong opinions, questionable timing, and zero respect for personal space. As his adult children struggle and old wounds surface, Jonathan must decide whether he’s ready to step through the door…or fight his way back.
Equal parts funny, fierce, and deeply human, In the Doorway reminds us that sometimes the people who save us don’t come from this side of the door.
the after wife by Sophie McIntosh
Monday, April 6, 2026
In conjunction with World Premiere Wisconsin
It’s 1963, and Nora is the perfect housewife. She was built to be. The most authentically humanoid robot prototype yet created, she’s undergoing a trial run in the home of robotic engineer Martin and his teenage kids, Ruth and Wally. But Ruth can’t get over how much Nora looks like her own mother Lillian, who has disappeared without a trace. Martin faces surging pressure from his employers to make Nora the new and improved model for motherhood, and Ruth is forced to work against her father and the powerful corporation behind him as she desperately tries to track down her real mother.
The Play’s the Thing is funded in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment of the Arts, as well as generous support from Friends of Door County Libraries, Patrick O’Hearn & Anita Zipperer, The Shubert Foundation and operating funds of Peninsula Players Theatre.