Purdue University Fort Wayne Department of Theatre

08/19/2026

Flying saucers, backstabbing divas, and shameless camp excess are landing in Lizard Lick with our upcoming production of Devil Boys from Beyond!

Set during one sweltering summer in 1957, this outrageous sci-fi drag comedy spans from the heart of New York City to rural Florida and beyond.

Williams Theatre
September 25–26 & October 1-3 at 8:00 pm
September 27 at 2:00 pm with Creative Talkback following!

By Buddy Thomas and Kenneth Elliott
Additional & Incidental Music by Drew Fornarola
Directed by Austin M. Rausch Austin M Rausch
Purdue University Fort Wayne Student Theatre Organization Purdue Fort Wayne Admissions PFW Visual and Performing Arts

08/03/2026

Calling all demigods, half-bloods, and talented mortals! Auditions for PFW Theatre's production of "The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical" are coming soon!

Visit pfw.edu/theatre-auditions for more detailed audition information! Auditions are open to all Purdue Fort Wayne students and Fort Wayne community members.

This dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book follows the adventures of teenager, Percy Jackson on his quest to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt to prevent a war among the gods..

Performances run November 13-21, 2026.

04/24/2026

Don't miss the final performances! April 24 and 25 at the Williams Theatre.

04/18/2026

It's opening night for "The Spitfire Grill!" Get your tickets now at pfw.edu/tickets and join us after the Sunday matinee for a creative talkback with Director Julie Lyn Barber and the production and creative teams behind the musical!

04/15/2026

Thank you, Broadway World, for sharing the news about our production of the musical, The Spitfire Grill, playing at PFW April 17-25!

Complete Information About The Spitfire Grill in Fort Wayne at PFW Department of Theatre. Music and Book by James ValcqLyrics and Book by Fred AlleyBased on the Film by Lee David ZlotoffDirected by Julie Lyn BarberThis heartwarming musical follows the mysterious, young Percy Talbott to Gil...

04/13/2026

We’re closing the PFW Theatre season with a story that stays with you—a story of hope. 'The Spitfire Grill' is a tender, folk‑inspired musical about second chances, unlikely families, and the quiet power of kindness. Rated PG-13.

Williams Theatre
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 at 8 p.m.
April 19 at 2 p.m. (with Creative Talkback)
Get your tickets at pfw.edu/tickets today!

04/13/2026

Just one week until this heartwarming story of tenderness, second chances, and bonds that last a lifetime.

Get your tickets to The Spitfire Grill now!

Rated PG-13.

Williams Theatre
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 at 8 p.m.
April 19 at 2 p.m. (with Creative Talkback)

04/03/2026

We’re closing the season with a story that stays with you—a story of hope.

The Spitfire Grill is a tender, folk‑inspired musical about second chances, unlikely families, and the quiet power of kindness.

Rated PG-13.

Williams Theatre
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 at 8 p.m.
April 19 at 2 p.m. (with Creative Talkback)