The Off Broadway Players Present ‘The Ransom of Red Chief’ This November
The Off Broadway Players are presenting "The Ransom of Red Chief" at J. Frank Hillyard Middle School in Broadway, Virginia, as featured in WHSV's "Screens & Stages" segment. Performances run from November 13-15 and November 20-22.
Harrisonburg, VA, November 10, 2026 — The Off Broadway Players are set to perform “The Ransom of Red Chief” this November. The theatrical production will take place at J. Frank Hillyard Middle School, located in Broadway, Virginia.
This presentation of “The Ransom of Red Chief” was recently highlighted in WHSV’s “Screens & Stages” segment, bringing attention to the local arts community. The play is based on the classic O. Henry short story of the same name, which tells the tale of two men who attempt to kidnap a wealthy child for ransom, only to find themselves outmatched by the boy’s unruly nature.
Audiences will have multiple opportunities to experience the performance. The first run of shows is scheduled from November 13 through November 15. Following a short break, the players will present the show again from November 20 to November 22. Specific times for each performance were not provided in the summary.
The venue for the production, J. Frank Hillyard Middle School, serves as a community space for various events in Broadway, Virginia. The collaboration between local theatre groups and educational institutions is a common way to support the arts and engage the public.
Further details regarding ticket availability, performance times, and cast information were not specified in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Michael Russo on www.whsv.com, see more information here.
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