GhostLight Theater Kicks Off New Season with 'Our Town'

The classic American play will run for two weekends in Benton Harbor before touring to Three Oaks.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 7:00am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration composed of jagged, overlapping geometric shapes in warm earth tones, conceptually representing the timeless themes and small-town setting of the play 'Our Town.'The GhostLight Theater's immersive production of the American classic 'Our Town' invites audiences to experience the beauty and fragility of ordinary moments in a small community.New Haven Today

The GhostLight Theater in Benton Harbor is launching its new season this Thursday with a production of the classic play 'Our Town.' The show, directed by Ashley Coia from New Haven, Connecticut, will feature an immersive staging where the audience sits among the cast. GhostLight manager Paul Mow says the play is a beautiful exploration of ordinary moments and the community of a small town in the early 1900s.

Why it matters

As a beloved American classic, 'Our Town' provides a timely reflection on the value of community, human connection, and appreciating the simple moments of life - themes that resonate deeply in an era increasingly dominated by digital distractions.

The details

The production features a cast of veteran local actors as well as some performers from Northwest Indiana and Chicago. After the two-weekend run in Benton Harbor, the show will travel to The Acorn Theater in Three Oaks for two additional performances. Attendees will also be invited to share their wishes, hopes, and dreams for Benton Harbor, which will be sealed in a time capsule to be discovered in the future.

  • The new GhostLight Theater season kicks off this Thursday, April 17, 2026.
  • Our Town will run for two weekends in Benton Harbor.
  • The show will then tour to The Acorn Theater in Three Oaks for two nights.

The players

Paul Mow

The manager of the GhostLight Theater in Benton Harbor.

Ashley Coia

The director of the GhostLight's production of 'Our Town,' coming from New Haven, Connecticut.

Paige Mulick

The assistant director for the GhostLight's 'Our Town' production.

The Acorn Theater

A theater in Three Oaks, Michigan that will host two performances of the GhostLight's 'Our Town' after its Benton Harbor run.

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What they’re saying

“'Our Town is a fantastic piece of theater, an American staple, and it's just such a beautiful piece of our community.'”

— Paul Mow, GhostLight Theater Manager

“'If you ever wanted to feel like you're part of the show, this is the one to see.'”

— Paul Mow, GhostLight Theater Manager

What’s next

Tickets are still available for the GhostLight Theater's production of 'Our Town,' which runs for two weekends in Benton Harbor before touring to The Acorn Theater in Three Oaks for two additional shows.

The takeaway

By bringing the classic American play 'Our Town' to life through an immersive, community-focused production, the GhostLight Theater is providing a timely opportunity for audiences to reflect on the value of human connection, appreciating the ordinary, and the enduring power of live theater to bring people together.