Hartford Stage Announces Cast and Creatives for "The Cottage"

Press release

Hartford Stage’s Production of The Cottage Set to Warm Up Winter with Laughter

Performances January 16-February 8, 2026

December 9, 2026, Hartford, CT – Hartford Stage is pleased to announce the cast and crew who will bring Sandy Rustin’s sidesplitting romp The Cottage to life this winter from January 16 to February 8. In this cleverly constructed farce, secrets unravel when lovers, spouses, and strangers converge in a countryside cottage in sunny 1920s England.

“We’re excited to bring the deliciously chaotic world of The Cottage to our stage here in Hartford,” says Artistic Director Melia Bensussen. “Sandy Rustin’s script offers an incredible playground for these artists—one full of twists, mischief, and irresistible characters colliding. We hope audiences will join us to shake off the winter chill and revel in an evening of joyful fun.”

The cast includes Mary Cavett as Sylvia, Craig Wesley Divino as Clarke, Matthew J. Harris as Richard, Jetta Juriansz as Dierdre, Kate MacCluggage as Marjorie, and Jordan Sobel as Beau.

The production is directed by Zoë Golub-Sass and features scenic design by Tim Mackabee, costume design by Hunter Kaczorowski, lighting design by Evan C. Anderson, sound design by Nathan A. Roberts and Charles Coes, wig and hair design by Tommy Kurzman, fight direction and intimacy coordination by Michael Rossmy, dialect and vocal coaching by Julie Foh, and casting by Alldaffer & Donadio Casting. The stage manager is Avery Trunko, and the assistant stage manager is Alison Fischer Greene.

Tickets and Performance Details:

The Cottage runs from January 16 to February 8, 2026, with evening performances at 7:30 p.m. and matinees at 2:00 p.m. Tickets start at $20, with lowest prices during preview performances January 16-22 and discounts available for students and groups. Groups wanting to create a special occasion out of their visit can reserve a private space at the theater to enjoy a reception before or after the performance. Visit HartfordStage.org, call 860-527-5151, or stop by the box office at 50 Church Street to purchase tickets.

The theater advises audiences to be careful and not purchase tickets through any other website. Third party re-sellers will try to sell false tickets for twice the price or more. If you have any doubts or questions, please contact the Hartford Stage Box Office directly. Hartford Stage does not charge any additional fees for tickets.

Special Performances and Accessibility:

Post-Show Discussions: January 25 and February 4, 2026, at 2 pm led by Director Zoë Golub-Sass, and February 3, 2026, at 7:30 pm led by Artistic Director Melia Bensussen – Engage in conversations with artists connected to the production immediately following the performance. Free with admission.

Music in the Lobby featuring Mad Agnes: January 21 and 22, 2026, at 7:30 pm – Enjoy live music in the Garmany Room before the start of the show.

Open Captioned Performance: February 1, 2026, at 2 pm – For patrons who are deaf or have hearing loss. Free service with admission.

Audio-Described Performance: February 7, 2026, at 2 pm – For patrons who are blind or have low vision. Free service with admission.

Support:
The 2025/2026 season is made possible by Stanley Black & Decker, Travelers, The Hartford, and The Shubert Foundation. Productions sponsors for The Cottage are Bank of America and Sally Speer.