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We salute our sponsors! Renaissance Counseling & Consulting PLLC, with their peacock-feather logo, over an American flag. Aaron Sorkin’s A Few Good Men, Sep. 18th to 20th and Sep. 25th to 27th. The Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble logo sits in the top corner.

Behind the scenes: costumes and community support

🎖️ BEHIND THE SCENES: COSTUMES & COMMUNITY SUPPORT 🎭A production like A Few Good Men doesn’t come together with just great actors—it takes an incredible team working behind the scenes to bring every detail to life. And our Costume Team has been working hard to make sure our cast looks the part!From procuring military uniforms to organizing, labeling, fitting, and keeping everything show-ready, this team has tackled an enormous job with dedication and attention to detail! 👏And this work wouldn’t be possible without the support of our amazing community partners. A huge THANK YOU to Renaissance Counseling & Consulting for sponsoring our production and helping make A Few Good Men possible.❤️TEACHERS! Be sure to check out Renaissance’s Six-week support designed to provide educators support, encouragement, and resources! Starting 10/6 from 5:30pm-7:00. Located at 2217 Princess Anne

A rippling American flag. The Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble logo sits in the top corner. United States of America. September 11. A day to remember. A time to honor. A moment for unity.

Remembering September 11

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the first responders and members of our Armed Forces who answered the call in its aftermath.🎖️ In recognition of those who serve, FTE is proud to offer a special ticket discount for active-duty military and veterans for our upcoming production of Aaron Sorkin’s a Few Good Men.🎟️ Use Code: AFGMMil20 when purchasing online to receive 20% OFF your ticket price. Please present a valid military ID or proof of service when redeeming your discount at the box office.

OPEN HOUSE 2026 poster over a photo of people talking in the theatre’s seating and on the stage. The Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble logo. Community Engagement info about volunteer opportunities! Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble Board of Directors: Info on goals and how to contribute! Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble Business: Info about the business of Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble, treasury info, and ways to help. Technical Committee info about Technical theater and ways to get involved! Directors/Artistic: Discuss how to get involved in directing or acting in the upcoming season. Friday, Sep. 11th. From 6:00pm - 8:00pm. 810 Caroline | 4th Floor. www.fredtheatre.org. Allstate Community Theater.

FTE Open House

🎭🎉🏠 Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble invites you to an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the magic of community theater on September 11th from 6:00pm - 8:00pm!This isn’t just a tour—it’s your chance to meet the hardworking leaders and passionate creators who bring our stage to life. From the director’s chair to the business office, we’re opening every door to show you how our community-powered theater truly thrives. Whether you have a specific talent to share or just a spark of curiosity, come discover how your unique ideas and support can shape our upcoming season. After all, we can’t be a community theatre without our community.And make sure you stick around after for POP Diva karaoke starting at 8:00pm! This is a safe space. So get up there, flex those golden pipes, and strut your stuff! 👩🏿‍🎤🎶For more information about all upcoming events at FTE, visit our website! 🎭

A performer with a full grey beard and tortoiseshell glasses in a tweed jacket, mustard turtleneck, paisley cravat and red pocket square, holding a small notebook and pen; another person’s hand rests on their shoulder.

World Beard Day

Did you know today is World Beard Day? 🧔🏻‍♂️🌎❤️Today we’re celebrating the best facial hair this side of the Rappahanock! That beard just happens to sit on the beautiful face of FTE Board Member and Few Good Men Assistant Director, Doy!In addition to his impressive ability to grow facial hair, Doy is an accomplished actor on the FTE stage and serves as a member of our Culture Committee.Thanks for everything you do for FTE, Doy!

A French bulldog in a white half-mask and black cape with a drawn-on red rose, labelled “PHANTOM OF THE PAWPERA”.

National Dog Day at FTE

It’s time to give some ap-PAWS to the real stars of the show! 🐶👏Our four-legged theatre kids are experts at stealing the spotlight, chewing the scenery, and bringing down the house. 🎬🐾

“Remembering Tim Curry”. A black-and-white photo of Tim Curry as Frank-N-Furter in pearls and heavy eye makeup, with the words “Don’t dream it. Be it.” and the Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble logo.

Remembering Tim Curry

Today, we’re remembering the incomparable Tim Curry and looking back at one of our favorite wild and wonderful memories: FTE’s production of The Rocky Horror Show. ❤️👠👄Curry’s unforgettable Frank-N-Furter helped make Rocky Horror the cult classic we know and love—a celebration of being bold, being different, and letting your freak flag fly. His talent, charisma, and iconic performances will continue to inspire generations of theatre lovers.So tonight, let’s do the Time Warp in his honor. 💋Thank you, Tim, for the music, the madness, the magic, and for reminding us all: Don’t dream it. Be it.

Five members of the A Few Good Men cast and crew squeeze into a selfie in the stadium stands, all smiles in caps and sunglasses.

A night out at the ballpark

“My softball team’s playing Bethesda Medical tomorrow, I can’t be concerned with anything right now.” ⚾️👨🏻‍⚖️🇺🇸🫡The cast and crew of Aaron Sorkin’s A FEW GOOD MEN traded their fatigues for ball caps and a little cast bonding at fred_nats stadium yesterday!Our very own Daniel Kaffee (Timbo Limbo) and Jeffery Howard (Liam) even got to ham…burger it up in the 6th inning burger race! 🍔Check out these folks and the rest of our incredible cast and crew on the Allstate Community Theater stage in just one month!🎟️Get your tickets HERE:20% discount available for active-duty military and veterans. Use Code: AFGMMil20 when purchasing online. Please present a valid military ID or proof of service when redeeming your discount at the box office.

The POTUS poster in a shop window with a tape strip across it reading “SOLD OUT”. The poster reads “Fredericksburg Free Press + fte Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble present live on stage! POTUS: or, behind every great dumbass are seven women trying to keep him alive. Friday August 14, doors open 6:00 pm, The Griffin on Charles, 911 Charles Street, Downtown Fredericksburg. Tickets $65/ea.”

SOLD OUT?!

🇺🇸😱🚺 Wow! Thank you to the @fredfreepress and all those who bought tickets to our one-night only revival of POTUS by Selina Fillinger! We are completely SOLD OUT AND STANDING ROOM ONLY 😱Okay FXBG we want the music hot and bass loud! Crank that B*tchBeats Playlist! We’re coming for you! See you soon!

Two production photos labelled “Same actor by the way”: above, a performer in a shirt, loose tie and plaid skirt on a wood-panelled set; below, the same performer in cat-ear headband and oversized glasses, clutching a teapot.

Our actors? They have the range

✨ There are so many stories to connect with here at FTE! Don’t miss a moment of the magic! Check out our current produtcions.

Volunteers working the Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble bar under a neon “& Wine” sign, over the words “kinda chic to be a completely volunteer run organization”.

Community theatre… but make it chic

✨🎭 Thrifted costumes… kinda chic.🎨 Paint-covered volunteers… kinda chic.🔨 Finishing a set at 11 PM… kinda chic.💡 Making magic with whatever we’ve got… definitely chic.Come see what “kinda chic” really looks like.

POTUS cast card: “ONE NIGHT ONLY! AUG. 14TH @ 6:00PM, THE GRIFFIN, 911 CHARLES STREET.” Ashlee’ James as Margaret, The First Lady; Meredith Schatz as Harriet, The Chief of Staff; Clarisse Swartley as Jean, The Press Secretary; Anusha Choudhary as Chris, The Journalist; Courtney Fox as Dusty, The Dalliance; Ally Dodson as Stephanie, The Secretary; Samantha Rey as Bernadette, The Sister. Heather McIntosh, director; Kylie Clark, production design; Becky Brassfield, choreographer; Christian Gordan, stage manager.

Introducing your revival cast of POTUS

Introducing your revival cast of POTUS: Or Behind Every Dumbass is Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive by Selina Fillinger! 🇺🇸🫪🚺In partnership with the Fredericksburg Free Press we are reviving POTUS for ONE NIGHT ONLY!Friday, Aug. 14 | The Griffin on Charles | Doors at 6 p.m. for complimentary treats and a drinkYour $65 ticket is your way in: the play, finger food, dessert, and one drink, all included.And when the lights come up, you’ll have done more than laugh — you’ll have backed two Fredericksburg institutions that do the real work behind the scenes: local journalism and local theatre.Tickets HERE:The curtain closes on ticket sales August 7. Don’t miss your seat.

Illustrated poster: “Fredericksburg Free Press + fte Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble present Live on Stage! POTUS: or, behind every great dumbass are seven women trying to keep him alive. A hilarious (nonpartisan) political satire. Join us for a wonderfully chaotic evening! Friday August 14. Doors Open 6:00 PM. Griffin on Charles, 911 Charles Street, Downtown Fredericksburg. Your ticket purchase directiy supports local nonprofit journalism and theater. Tickets are $65 each (includes finger food, dessert, and one drink). Tickets and more info by August 7, fredericksburgfreepress.com/putus.”

POTUS returns for one night only

The word is out!After our raucous run in 2024, audiences couldn’t stop raving about POTUS: Or Behind Every Dumbass is Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive! 🇺🇸🫪🚺In partnership with the Fredericksburg Free Press we are reviving POTUS for ONE NIGHT ONLY! 🇺🇸Get tickets HERE

Collage of production photos under an American flag, with the Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble logo and the words “HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!”

Happy Independence Day from Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble

❤️🤍💙 Today we celebrate the spirit of freedom, resilience, and the wonderfully messy experiment that is democracy. Whether you’re enjoying fireworks, gathering with loved ones, or simply taking a well-earned day to relax, we wish you a safe and joyful Fourth of July.Here’s to laughter, liberty, and the pursuit of……….happiness! ✨

Collage of photos from the Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble booth at Pride, with a progress-flag Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble logo and the words “fxbg PRIDE” in rainbow letters. The booth banner reads “Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble, www.fredericksburgtheatre.org”.

Join FTE at the FXBG 2026 Pride Festival

🌈 Don’t forget to stop by tomorrow and say hello to us at the FXBG 2026 PRIDE Festival!We’ll be out celebrating community, creativity, inclusion, and the power of storytelling with our friends and neighbors. Whether you’re a longtime supporter, curious about upcoming productions, interested in getting involved, or just want to chat about theatre, we’d love to meet you!Stop by our booth to learn more about what’s coming up this season, meet some of our team, and maybe even grab some FTE goodies.We believe that theatre is for everyone, and we’re proud to stand with and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community at this year’s PRIDE festival.- Saturday June 27th, Riverfront Park - 11:00am - 4:00pmSee you there! 🎭❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Graphic reading “JUNE 19TH, JUNETEENTH, FREEDOM DAY” with the Fredericksburg Theatre Ensemble logo, set on a heart inside a Kente-pattern border of red, black, green and gold.

Honoring Juneteenth

Today, FTE is honoring Juneteenth—a celebration of freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of justice.Theatre has the power to amplify voices, share stories, and bring communities together through understanding and empathy. As we commemorate this important day, we reflect on the rich contributions of Black artists, storytellers, and visionaries whose work continues to shape our stages and our world.We celebrate freedom, honor history, and recommit ourselves to fostering a creative community where every voice can be heard.Happy Juneteenth. ❤️🖤💚 💛

Happy Pride Month from FTE

🌈 At FTE, we believe that every story deserves to be told, every voice deserves to be heard, and every person deserves to be celebrated for who they are.This Pride Month, we honor the LGBTQ+ artists, audiences, volunteers, and community members who enrich our stage and our lives with their creativity, courage, and authenticity. Theatre has always been a place where people can explore identity, build understanding, and find belonging—and we are proud to continue fostering a welcoming space for all.Happy Pride Month, Fredericksburg! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜