Darker the Night Brighter the Stars
As of October 20, 2026, Darker the Night Brighter the Stars is a play that is in pre-production, currently casting. The production company attached is The Public Theatre. Attached are casting director The Public Theatre and director Janet Mitchko. It is scheduled to open in Lewiston, ME in January 2027. Production List last updated this listing on October 20, 2026.
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Project Summary
From the author of 'Almost, Maine' comes an amusing and heartfelt look at life in Northern Maine amidst a younger generation of Mainers as they wish on shooting stars and ask questions about love, life, and themselves in this hopeful, funny, and timely new play. The play features four actors playing multiple characters in a variety of two-person scenes, with all characters appearing as young adults in their late teens to early 20s navigating life-altering milestones such as entering the military, starting college, coming out, falling in love, and moving on.
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Cast & Crew
Directing
| Artistic Director | Janet Mitchko |
| Director | Janet Mitchko |
Other Crew
| Playwright | John Cariani |
Casting
| Casting Director | The Public Theatre |
| Casting | The Public Theatre (in-house) |
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Source: Production List, published by the Film & Television Industry Alliance. Cite this page as https://www.productionlist.com/production/darker-the-night-brighter-the-stars (last updated Oct 20, 2026).