Heroes Opens April 22 with Preview to Benefit Operation Not Alone
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STURGEON BAY, Wis. - WisconsinEagle -- Third Avenue PlayWorks (TAP) is proud to announce the upcoming production of Heroes, by Gérald Sibleyras and adapted by Tom Stoppard. The first show of the 2026 season at Third Avenue PlayWorks runs from April 22 through May 10, 2026, featuring performances by Alan Kopischke, Michael A. Torrey, and C. Michael Wright.

Gustave, Philippe, and Henri—three aging WWI veterans, tired of dull routines, fading memories, and the oppressive atmosphere of their retirement home, hatch an elaborate plan: a great escape! Their ambitious scheme to break free becomes a brilliant, comic battle against time and infirmity. Winner of the 2006 Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, this funny and tender tribute to lifelong friendship and the enduring human spirit proves it's never too late for one last, glorious caper. This production runs eighty minutes with no intermission.

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The play will be co-directed by Jackie & Steve Kane Artistic Director Jacob Janssen and Dan Klarer, Education Coordinator at TAP. "This play Heroes is in large part about friendship, so when it came time to put together the 2026 season, the idea of collaborating together on a play felt like the most obvious choice in the world," said Janssen.

Operation Not Alone is the Community Partner for a Pay-What-You-Will Preview on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. Operation Not Alone is an organization dedicated to helping brave service members and veterans across the nation and overseas. Those interested in attending the preview to support this organization, may arrive as early as 6:30 p.m. on the evening of the performance for general admission seating. Donations may be made in cash or with checks made out to Third Avenue PlayWorks.

The production of Heroes at Third Avenue Playworks features scenic design by Alyssa Mohn, costume design by Kellyn Gagner, lighting design by Colin Gawronskil, sound design by Dee Etti-Williams, props design by Haley Anne Cranstoun, and production stage management by Kelsey Brennan York.

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PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
April 22 - May 10, 2026
Wednesday-Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.

• Pay-What-You-Will Preview: Wednesday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m. with half of the proceeds benefiting Operation Not Alone
• Ticketed Preview: Thursday, April 23, 2026
• Opening Night Reception: Friday, April 24, 2026
• Post-Show Conversation: Friday, May 1, 2026, following 2:00 p.m. matinee

For more information about performances of Heroes at Third Avenue PlayWorks or to purchase tickets, visit thirdavenueplayworks.org/heroes or call the box office at (920) 743-1760.