Something wicked this way comes — and it’s in the basement. Sweet Tea Shakespeare takes on Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, a searing tale of mass hysteria, dangerous faith, and moral collapse, all staged in the intimate underground of the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County. With live music and immersive staging, this is The Crucible like you’ve never experienced it before.

Join us November 6–9, 13–16, and 20–23 for a haunting evening of bold theater in a space that amplifies every whisper, accusation, and cry. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the chaos.



Sweet Tea Shakespeare creates live(ly), unique, and fun theater experiences that blend traditional and contemporary elements. Known for our energetic performances and immersive staging, we bring people together through the power of storytelling, stagecraft, and song.

Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County

301 Hay Street

Fayetteville, NC 28301

(910) 420-4383

Note: This venue requires descending a set of stairs to the basement. No elevator access.

Get ready to step into the Christmas spirit with Behold, a heartwarming concert filled with seasonal magic, live music, and thought-provoking reflections. Running from December 4-6, 2025, at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, this show combines holiday favorites like Andrew Peterson’s Behold the Lamb of God and the Oh Hellos with fresh new sounds. Expect a mix of storytelling, music, and Sweet Tea Shakespeare’s signature community-driven experience.

Enjoy live music alongside local beer, quality wine, and light snacks at this intimate gathering. Whether you’re a fan of our preshow tunes or just love a festive concert, Behold is a must-see event.



Sweet Tea Shakespeare creates live(ly), unique, and fun theater experiences that blend traditional and contemporary elements. Known for our energetic performances and immersive staging, we bring people together through the power of storytelling, stagecraft, and song.

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

1601 Raeford

Fayetteville, NC 28305



Grab your favorite warm drink, and join Sweet Tea Shakespeare for a live-music-filled twist on Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility. Follow the Dashwood sisters through heartbreak and hilarity in this witty, romantic reimagining of the beloved novel. It’s period drama with a playful punch, staged indoors January 22–25 and January 29–February 1, 2026.

Sweet Tea Shakespeare creates live(ly), unique, and fun theater experiences that blend traditional and contemporary elements. Known for our energetic performances and immersive staging, we bring people together through the power of storytelling, stagecraft, and song.

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214 Burgess Street

Fayetteville, NC 28303

(910) 420-4383

Shakespeare’s wildest rom-com lands outdoors with music, laughter, and more than a little mischief. Sweet Tea Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night is your ticket to mistaken identities, romantic entanglements, and toe-tapping tunes—all under the open sky. Join us April 16–19 and 23–26, 2026, for this joyful theatrical escape.

Sweet Tea Shakespeare creates live(ly), unique, and fun theater experiences that blend traditional and contemporary elements. Known for our energetic performances and immersive staging, we bring people together through the power of storytelling, stagecraft, and song.



Content Warnings: Implied violence, sword fighting.

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

1601 Raeford

Fayetteville, NC 28305

(910) 420-4383

Sword fights, secret plots, and brotherhood—that’s the Sweet Tea way. This summer, join us for The Three Musketeers, a lively, music-filled adventure packed with action, charm, and theatrical thrills. Bring your crew, a sense of adventure and prepare for a night of epic fun June 11–14, 18–21, and 25–28.

Sweet Tea Shakespeare creates live(ly), unique, and fun theater experiences that blend traditional and contemporary elements. Known for our energetic performances and immersive staging, we bring people together through the power of storytelling, stagecraft, and song.



Content Warnings: Stage weapons, staged physical violence.

ARTS XLerator

314 Burgess Street

Fayetteville, State 28303

(910) 420-4383