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The Great Emu War

A New Musical Comedy

Sept 16 - Oct 26, 2025 / The Terris Theatre - 33 N Main Street, Chester, CT 06412 view map

Remember that one time that the Australian government sent their army with machine guns to wage war on emus in Western Australia? Neither do most people…but when Edith, the headstrong warbler, and her flock begin to feed on the wheat of local farmers–the humans take up arms against Australia’s favorite feathered friends. Think of it as Cats, but with emus. It’s the most emusing 90 minutes you’ll have in any theatre–don’t miss it!

Book by

Cal Silberstein

Music by

Paul Hodge

Directed & Choreographed by

Amy Anders Corcoran

Season Tickets are just $66 for two shows! Learn more here

Tickets go on sale to members March 31.

Tickets go on sale to the public on April 8.

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Military Discount

Oct 3 & 4
$10 off tickets for active military or veterans and their families for evening performances. Limit 6 tickets. Use Code HERO10.

Teacher Nights

Fridays, Oct 10 & 17 at 8pm
Just $30 per person. Teachers get a discounted ticket and a free drink in a souvenir cup. Two tickets per valid teacher ID. Call to order. 

Talkbacks

Participate in the process of creating a new musical. Join us for a post-show discussion with the creative team after the 3pm performance on Saturday, Oct 4 and the 7:30pm performances on Thursdays, Oct 9 & 16. FREE.

Open Caption Performance

Fri, Oct 24 at 8pm
Call the Box Office, or choose the designated pink seats when ordering online. 

Back Row Bargain

Back row seats are just $20! But get them while you can - seats are limited!

Dinner Discounts

Reserve tickets for a Wednesday, Thursday, or Sunday evening performance and enjoy special dinner offers at local restaurants.

For more details on any of these offers or to purchase tickets, please contact the Box Office at 860.873.8668. All offers valid on select seats for new purchases only and subject to availability. Restrictions may apply. Not valid in combination with any other offer. Handling fees may apply.

Cal Silberstein

Cal Silberstein

Book

Paul Hodge

Dr. Paul Hodge

Music & Lyrics

Amy Anders Corcoran

Amy Anders Corcoran

Director/Choreographer

Thank You to our Sponsors

Season Sponsors

the norma terris / albert d. firestone foundation

In-Kind Season Sponsors

sennheiser
united