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Directed by Jesse Saywell

Music Direction by Jason Coburn

Join the Abbey Players for an evening of unforgettable performances that remind us every emotion has its own color – and every color has its own song.

True Colors invites you on a vibrant musical journey where every song reveals a different shade of the human experience. From the bright joy of celebration to the deep blues of heartbreak, from passionate reds to hopeful golds, music has a unique way of giving color to our emotions.

Featuring an eclectic mix of songs spanning musical theatre, pop, and everything in between, this dynamic cabaret showcases the extraordinary talents of Saint Anselm College’s student performers. 

Adults: $20

Faculty/Staff: $15

SAC Students: $8

Seniors: $15

Non-SAC Students: $10

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Directed by Jesse Saywell

Assistant Directed by Kathryn Langille

Neil Simon’s Rumors is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud farce where nothing goes according to plan. When a prominent New York couple’s tenth wedding anniversary celebration takes an unexpected turn, the evening quickly spirals into a whirlwind of mistaken identities, outrageous cover-ups, and escalating misunderstandings. As more guests arrive, everyone scrambles to keep the truth hidden – only to make the situation hilariously worse.

Join the Abbey Players for an unforgettable evening of laughter as one small misunderstanding snowballs into one spectacularly ridiculous night.

Adults: $20

Faculty/Staff: $15

SAC Students: $8

Seniors: $15

Non-SAC Students: $10

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The Abbey Players create fully-realized short plays – all written, directed, and produced by students in just 25 hours! This annual favorite celebrates the talent and creativity of our students, and is always sure to provide a healthy dose of laughs!
This great night of theatre of free of charge and open to the public. 
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Music Direction by Jason Coburn

Featuring: The SLS Band, Joe Deleault, Aaron Tolson, and more!

Adults: $15

Faculty/Staff: $10

SAC Students: $5

Seniors: $10

Non-SAC Students: $8

The Abbey Players proudly present the 3rd Annual Saywell Sings – an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and entertainment featuring Professor Jesse Saywell.

Drawing on a career that has taken him to some of the nation’s most celebrated stages – including performances at the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Arena Stage, and even The White House- Saywell brings his passion for live performance back to Saint Anselm College for a concert unlike any other. Fresh off earning 2nd Place in Manchester Idol 2025, he will perform an electrifying mix of musical theatre, pop hits, and classic rock anthems with his band, SLS.

This year’s concert also features an outstanding lineup of special guests, including professional artists from around the country alongside talented Saint Anselm College faculty and staff, making Saywell Sings a celebration of the vibrant artistic community that surrounds the Abbey Players.

Whether you’re a longtime theatre lover, a fan of great live music, or simply looking for an inspiring evening of unforgettable performances, Saywell Sings promises something for everyone. Best of all, every ticket supports the Abbey Players and helps continue the tradition of outstanding theatrical productions and student performance opportunities at Saint Anselm College.

Come celebrate the power of music, community, and live performance—and help support the next generation of artists through this special benefit concert.

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Discover the voices of the next generation of playwrights at the Abbey Players Playwright’s Festival. Featuring concert readings of original student-written plays, the festival offers an exciting glimpse into new stories, fresh perspectives, and bold theatrical ideas – directed and performed by students and brought to life through the collaborative spirit of the Abbey Players.
Admission is free and open to the public. 
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Directed by Jesse Saywell

Music Direction by Jason Coburn

Stephen Sondheim’s thrilling masterpiece Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street comes to life in a gripping production from the Abbey Players. Blending haunting melodies, razor-sharp wit, and unforgettable storytelling, this Tony Award-winning musical follows the vengeful barber Sweeney Todd as he returns to Victorian London in search of justice, only to descend into a dark and chilling partnership with the resourceful Mrs. Lovett.

Equal parts gothic thriller, biting social satire, and sweeping musical drama, Sweeney Todd features one of the greatest scores ever written for the stage. From soaring ballads to pulse-pounding ensemble numbers, the production showcases the remarkable talents of our student performers in a theatrical experience that is as emotionally powerful as it is visually stunning.

Join the Abbey Players for an unforgettable evening of passion, revenge, and spectacular music in this bold and timeless masterpiece that proves the line between justice and obsession can be perilously thin.

Adults: $24

Faculty/Staff: $18

SAC Students: $10

Seniors: $18

Non-SAC Students: $15

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Content Warning: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street contains mature themes and depictions of violence, references to cannibalism, suicide, abuse, and psychological trauma. The production includes smoke effects, flashing lights, gunshot sound effects, and loud noises.

Viewer discretion is advised. Recommended for ages 13 and up.

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