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Bay Street Theater Announces the 2025 Summer Mainstage Season

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Playwright Johnna Wright's play “Deceived,” co-written wit Patty Jamieson, runs at Bay Street Theater from June 24 to July 20. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Playwright Johnna Wright's play “Deceived,” co-written wit Patty Jamieson, runs at Bay Street Theater from June 24 to July 20. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Matt August directs “Bob & Jean: A True Love Story,”  which runs May 27 to June 15 at Bay Street Theater. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Matt August directs “Bob & Jean: A True Love Story,” which runs May 27 to June 15 at Bay Street Theater. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Playwright Patty Jamieson's play “Deceived,” co-written with Johnna Wright, runs at Bay Street Theater from June 24 to July 20. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Playwright Patty Jamieson's play “Deceived,” co-written with Johnna Wright, runs at Bay Street Theater from June 24 to July 20. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Robert Schenkkan's play “Bob & Jean: A True Love Story” opens Bay Street's summer season from May 27 to June 15. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner Robert Schenkkan's play “Bob & Jean: A True Love Story” opens Bay Street's summer season from May 27 to June 15. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Bay Street's artistic director Scott Schwartz directs

Bay Street's artistic director Scott Schwartz directs "Bonnie & Clyde: The Musical” running July 29 to August 24. COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

Sheryl Kaller directs

Sheryl Kaller directs "Deceived" running June 24 to July 20. The play is a new adaptation of Patrick Hamilton’s classic psychological thriller “Gaslight.” COURTESY BAY STREET THEATER

authorStaff Writer on Feb 10, 2025

Bay Street Theater has announced the entirety of its 2025 Summer Mainstage Season. Bringing stories of love from true to twisted, the season kicks off with the world premiere of “Bob & Jean: A True Love Story” (May 27 to June 15) by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner Robert Schenkkan and directed by Matt August; followed by “Deceived” (June 24 to July 20), a new adaptation of Patrick Hamilton’s classic psychological thriller “Gaslight,” directed by Sheryl Kaller; finally, the summer wraps up with “Bonnie & Clyde: The Musical” (July 29 to August 24), a fast-paced musical based on the true story of America’s most infamous criminal couple, directed by Bay Street’s own Scott Schwartz.

“We are delighted to announce Bay Street’s full 2025 Summer Mainstage Season,” says artistic director Scott Schwartz. “We will explore the nature of love with three vivid productions that will bring our audience close to the heat and deep into the human heart. We can’t wait to embark upon one of our most passionate seasons ever, and to share the excitement with the whole East End.”

“Bob & Jean: A True Love Story” by Robert Schenkkan

Directed by Matt August, May 27 to June 15

Co-produced with Arizona Theater Company, this brand-new play is the true story of a courtship during World War II between an officer and a USO performer. “Bob & Jean: A True Love Story” is a funny, thoughtful play about finding your way together when you are vast distances apart.

“Deceived” by Johnna Wright and Patty Jamieson, adapted from the play by Patrick Hamilton

Directed by Sheryl Kaller, June 24 to July 20

What if your own mind was turning against you? “Deceived,” the new adaptation of Patrick Hamilton’s “Gaslight,” is a gripping psychological thriller that will leave you questioning reality itself. As whispers echo through the walls and the gaslights flicker in the darkness, one woman struggles to hold onto the truth — before it slips through her fingers. An electrifying ride, filled with haunting twists. Who will you believe and who can you trust?

“Bonnie & Clyde: The Musical” music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Don Black, book by Ivan Menchell

Directed by Scott Schwartz, July 29 to August 24

Passion. Danger. Fame. Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were anything but ordinary. She dreamed of Hollywood, he craved a life beyond the law, and together, they became the most notorious duo of their time. As they race toward fame and infamy, their passion burns as hot and fast as their V8 Ford. “Bonnie & Clyde: The Musical” ignites the stage with the fiery romance of America’s infamous young outlaws, blending passionate love with rebellion against the backdrop of the Great Depression. This award-nominated musical, in a bold new production, blends heart-stopping action with steamy romance, dark humor and irresistible charm.

Subscriptions for the 2025 season are now on sale at baystreet.org. Bay Street Theater is on Long Wharf in Sag Harbor.

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