# Theatre in Joplin | Plays, Drama & Show Tickets

- **Subtitle**: Find theatre in Joplin — plays, drama, musicals and stage shows. Browse the latest productions by date and venue and book your tickets.
- **Category**: Theatre
- **Display Name**: Theatre events
- **Type**: category

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## About

Attending a theatre workshop could be tremendous fun and an absolute stress buster. Be it improv, musicals, open mics, screening or performing arts in Joplin, we have got it all covered. If you wish to step into the world of theatre and want to learn acting or storytelling, you can even register for theatre workshops happening in Joplin. Express and Impress and Collaborate with the theatre artists and hone your skills by simply attending a few theatre events every week or during weekends. Find out the best theatre events in Joplin. You will be surprised to find yourself locked in a laughter riot with your friends.

## Theatre Events in Joplin

- **Event Name**: Dracula
  - **Description**: Dream Theatre Co.’s Acting Academy is thrilled to announce its upcoming youth production of Dracula.

The Acting Academy is our after-school program where students learn the craft of theatre by adapting existing literature into original performance pieces
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 23 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Oct 24 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/dracula/200030747621725
  - **Venue**: 124 S. Main, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, literary-art
- **Event Name**: “A Christmas Carol”
  - **Description**: “A Christmas Carol” comes to life in this enchanting holiday production from CMI Entertainment and Entertainment Central Productions Orlando. Featuring stunning projections, beautiful Christmas carols, dazzling costumes, and larger-than-life puppetry, thi
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  - **Date**: Thu Dec 10 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/a-christmas-carol/200030514293832
  - **Venue**: Connect2Culture
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Carrie the Musical
  - **Description**: 🎭 Don't Miss Carrie: The Musical at Joplin Little Theatre! 🎭

Experience the unforgettable story of Carrie: The Musical live on stage at Joplin Little Theatre. This thrilling production brings Stephen King's iconic tale to life with powerful performances,
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  - **Date**: Thu Oct 22 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/carrie-the-musical/200030704345336
  - **Venue**: 3009 West 1st Street, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801
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  - **Categories**: live-music, art, theatre, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Lightwire Theater: “A Very Electric Christmas”
  - **Description**: Lightwire Theater presents “A Very Electric Christmas”, a magical holiday adventure filled with glowing characters, captivating music, and stunning visual effects. Combining dance, puppetry, and electroluminescent technology, the family-friendly productio
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/lightwire-theater-a-very-electric-christmas/200030380321634
  - **Venue**: Connect2Culture
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, kids, holiday, art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Tall Stories Theatre Company: “The Gruffalo”
  - **Description**: Tall Stories presents “The Gruffalo”, a magical musical adaptation of the beloved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the internationally acclaimed production has delighted more than three million audience
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 04 2027 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/tall-stories-theatre-company-the-gruffalo/200030514294136
  - **Venue**: Connect2Culture
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, live-music, kids, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Owen/Cox Dance Group Presents Collective: “Our Stories of Cancer”
  - **Description**: Owen/Cox Dance Group presents “Collective: Our Stories of Cancer”, a moving contemporary dance performance inspired by the experiences of survivors, caregivers, medical professionals, and loved ones affected by cancer. Through expressive choreography, ori
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  - **Date**: Sun Oct 18 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/owen-cox-dance-group-presents-collective-our-stories-of-cancer/200030438910022
  - **Venue**: Connect2Culture
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  - **Categories**: dance, entertainment, music, live-music, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Glass Half Full Theatre: “Maebelle’s Suitcase”
  - **Description**: Glass Half Full Theatre presents “Maebelle’s Suitcase”, a bilingual puppet adventure based on the beloved picture book by Tricia Tusa. Featuring Colombian music, imaginative puppetry, and heartfelt storytelling, the production follows Maebelle and her bir
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  - **Date**: Sat Mar 06 2027 at 02:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/glass-half-full-theatre-maebelles-suitcase/200030576530417
  - **Venue**: Connect2Culture
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, trips-adventures, kids, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Auditions: Steel Magnolias
  - **Description**: Dream Theatre Co. is holding open auditions for its upcoming production of the classic comedy-drama Steel Magnolias, directed by Jaden Vandermate.

Auditions will take place at 7:00 PM on October 26 and 27 at Dream Theatre Co. (124 S. Main Street, downtow
  - **Date**: Mon Oct 26 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue Oct 27 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/joplin/auditions-steel-magnolias/200030747715757
  - **Venue**: 124 S. Main, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, performances, comedy, Entertainment

## Trending Events in Joplin

- **Event Name**: October Third Thursday - Harvest Festival
  - **Description**: Third Thursday is Joplin’s premiere community cultural event. Every third Thursday, March through October, thousands of people gather on Main Street in Downtown Joplin from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to enjoy local artisans, music, entertainment, and food.

T
  - **Venue**: Downtown Joplin
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- **Event Name**: Emporia State University Hornets at Missouri Southern Lions Football at Fred G. Hughes Stadium
  - **Venue**: Fred G. Hughes Stadium
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- **Event Name**: North Heights Market in the Park & Porchfest Alliance
  - **Description**: North Heights Porchfest is celebrating its 10th Anniversary on October 10, 2026! Since this special milestone event coincides with Market in the Park, the two events joined together in an alliance to bring an even bigger celebration to the North Heights N
  - **Venue**: 610 W F Street, 64801
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- **Event Name**: Page-A-Palooza Octoberfest
  - **Description**: 👻🍭 Page-A-Palooza Octoberfest: Trick-or-Treat Fun & Festive Spirit! 🍭👻
Get your costumes ready! Join us for the most exciting Halloween-themed celebration of the season at Page-A-Palooza Octoberfest on Saturday, October 24th, 2026!

We're transforming
  - **Venue**: 5557 North Main 64801, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri
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- **Event Name**: Pittsburg State Gorillas at Missouri Southern Lions Football at Fred G. Hughes Stadium
  - **Venue**: Fred G. Hughes Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Club Comingo Gala-Casino Royale
  - **Description**: 🎲✨ The stakes are high, and the impact is even greater.

Join us for the 2026 Club Comingo Gala: Casino Royale, an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and giving back in support of the Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri.

Enjoy a de
  - **Venue**: Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex
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- **Event Name**: 10th Annual North Heights Porchfest
  - **Description**: Join us for the 10th Annual North Heights Porchfest – live music, good vibes, and porch hangs all day!About this Event10th Annual North Heights PorchfestGet ready for a day f
  - **Venue**: 610 W F St
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- **Event Name**: HUNKS The Show at Guitars Rock N Country (Joplin, MO) 10/28/26
  - **Description**: Don’t Miss the Ultimate Girls’ Night Out! Grab Your Tickets Now for a Night Full of Fun, Excitement, and Unforgettable Memories. On Sale NowAbout this EventHUNKS The Show at Guitars Rock N Country (Joplin, MO) 10/28
  - **Venue**: Guitars Rock N' Country Bar
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- **Event Name**: Howl N Scream Trunk or Treat
  - **Description**: Get ready for a howlin' good time at Howl N Scream Trunk or Treat 2026

👻 WHEN: Saturday, October 24th | 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Joplin Humane Society Parking Lot (140 E Emperor Ln, Joplin, MO)

Bring the whole family (two-legged AND four-legged) for an aft
  - **Venue**: 140 East Emperor Lane, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Theatre events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Dracula (Fri Oct 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at 124 S. Main, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801), “A Christmas Carol” (Thu Dec 10 2026 at 07:00 pm at Connect2Culture), Carrie the Musical (Thu Oct 22 2026 at 3009 West 1st Street, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801), Lightwire Theater: “A Very Electric Christmas” (Sat Dec 05 2026 at 02:00 pm at Connect2Culture), Tall Stories Theatre Company: “The Gruffalo” (Sun Apr 04 2027 at 02:00 pm at Connect2Culture).
- **Q**: What Theatre events are happening in Joplin in October 2026?
  - **A:** Dracula (Fri Oct 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at 124 S. Main, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801), Carrie the Musical (Thu Oct 22 2026 at 3009 West 1st Street, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801), Owen/Cox Dance Group Presents Collective: “Our Stories of Cancer” (Sun Oct 18 2026 at 04:00 pm at Connect2Culture), Auditions: Steel Magnolias (Mon Oct 26 2026 at 07:00 pm at 124 S. Main, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801).
- **Q**: How can I find Theatre events in Joplin?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Theatre events in Joplin on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Theatre events in Joplin?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Theatre events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Theatre events in Joplin include 124 S. Main, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801, Connect2Culture, 3009 West 1st Street, Joplin, MO, United States, Missouri 64801.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Theatre events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Theatre events in Joplin include Dream Theatre Troupe - Joplin, Connect2Culture, Joplin Little Theatre.
- **Q**: Are there any online Theatre events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Theatre events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Theatre events in Joplin?
  - **A:** Follow the Theatre category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Theatre events are listed in Joplin.

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