Bradley Playhouse

The Bradley Playhouse is located in the town of Putnamand is over 100 years old. It is a Vaudeville style theatre and is located in the town's Antiques District. Bradley is an amateur community theatre and is operated by the Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut, Inc. or TNECT. In addition to the seven annual shows at the Bradley, the theatre also plays host to a variety of special fundraising events for the restoration fund. The theatre began in 1890 when Random Bradley decided to build a theatre in downtown. He purchased land on Front and Livery Streets and by 1901 his dream was a reality. The goal of the theatre is " to produce or sponsor quality theatre and entertainment for the residents of Northeastern Connecticut and the surrounding areas, to encourage the development of creativity through the support of local artists, and to support education and hands-on experience in the creation, direction, and production of theatre and the performing arts." Previous performances have included Same Time Next Year, You Can't Take It With You, Wait Until Dark, Educating Rita, Steel Magnolias, A Few Good Men, It's a Wonderful Life, a Christmas Carol, Fiddler on the Roof, The Nerd and Annie.