Actor's Express Revealed 39th Season Schedule
The Atlanta theater company announced a lineup featuring a world premiere and a Pulitzer Prize-winning play.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Children’s Theater
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Actor's Express has unveiled the schedule for its 39th season, which includes five initial productions and a forthcoming sixth show. Season subscription packages are currently available for purchase through the theater company's website or by telephone.
Why it matters
The announcement marks the official start of ticket sales for the upcoming season, allowing patrons to secure seats for a diverse selection of shows ranging from world premieres to classic revivals.
The 39th season features five confirmed shows, including a world premiere and a work commemorating the 80th anniversary of A Streetcar Named Desire. The scheduled Merrily We Roll Along previously debuted on Broadway in 1981.
The players
Actor's Express
This Atlanta-based theater company is known for producing contemporary plays and musicals.
The details
The season lineup features Here There Are Blueberries, Merrily We Roll Along, and Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy's Chicken Shack. The schedule also includes the premiere of Game Night and concludes with the classic play A Streetcar Named Desire.
Timeline
March 2027: Here There Are Blueberries opens the 39th season.
May 2027: Merrily We Roll Along begins its production run.
July 2027: Malcolm X and Redd Foxx production begins.
November 2027: Game Night premieres.
January 2028: A Streetcar Named Desire closes the season.
Industry Dynamics
The production of Merrily We Roll Along follows the historical legacy established by its 1981 Broadway premiere. This scheduling reflects the ongoing industry trend of balancing contemporary world premieres with established classics to drive season ticket renewals.
Theater patrons can purchase subscription packages starting now to guarantee their seats for the full season. These packages are available through the official Actor's Express website or by contacting the box office via telephone.
The takeaway
Securing a season subscription provides the most reliable way to access upcoming shows in the 39th season. Attendees should monitor the company website for the announcement of the final sixth production to complete their season planning.
What happens next
A special sixth show for the 39th season is expected to be announced by Actor's Express at a later date.
Further reading
Explore more local performances on the Children’s Theater page.
More information
For more information on the upcoming lineup, visit the Actor's Express ticket and subscription portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Rough Draft Atlanta.
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