Iron Horse Theatre Company

Iron Horse Theatre Company The Iron Horse Theatre Company is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that began in January of 2016.
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The mission of the Iron Horse Theatre Company is to provide thought provoking and entertaining theater that will enrich the cultural life in what is now known as the "rust belt" area of southwestern Pennsylvania. We will provide the people of this community the opportunity to not only attend, but also to participate in quality presentations and theatrical works. The symbolic name, "Iron Horse" rep

resents the hard-working and "iron-willed" people in this part of the world. It is in this spirit that we will create theatrical experiences that celebrate the grit, determination, and strength of the human character.

It's officially turtle race season in Ambridge! (Yes, you read that right.) The annual race hosts plenty of fun, food, a...
06/02/2026

It's officially turtle race season in Ambridge! (Yes, you read that right.)

The annual race hosts plenty of fun, food, and activities for all ages and it's a great way to get out and meet others in the community as well as learning more about what businesses operate in and around the Ambridge area.

We'll be there for every race this year and look forward to meeting new and former audience members alike.

Next race day is June 20th! 🐢🏁
See you there!

Did you know? The script for "Copenhagen" has no stage directions and barely any scene breaks, aside from the transition...
06/01/2026

Did you know?

The script for "Copenhagen" has no stage directions and barely any scene breaks, aside from the transition from Act One to Act Two. Everything else is created in rehearsal by the actors and director.

That means the movement, pacing, monologues, emotional moments, and even scene changes are entirely up for interpretation, making this play vary from one theatre to the next. One cast's interpretation could be vastly different from another because of how it's written; so if you've seen this show before - no, you haven't!

We can’t wait for audiences to experience this powerful and thought-provoking show on the Iron Horse stage this June.

🎭 Performances: June 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 at 7:30PM
June 21 at 2:00PM

🎟 Tickets For "Copenhagen":
https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ironhorsetheatrecompany/copenhagen

Last week, we had the privilege of participating in Pittsburgh Public Theater’s Community Theatre Showcase as part of th...
05/28/2026

Last week, we had the privilege of participating in Pittsburgh Public Theater’s Community Theatre Showcase as part of the Dollar Bank Lobby Series, organized by Caitlin Young. We’re incredibly grateful to the Public for hosting this celebration of local theatre and to everyone who worked to make the event possible.

Theatre has always been part of what makes Pittsburgh special. At a time when many arts organizations are facing uncertainty and difficult changes, events like this are a reminder of how much passion and dedication exist within Pittsburgh’s theatre community. Theatre cannot exist without the people who believe in it, and every person who supports local art helps keep these spaces alive for artists and audiences alike.

We hope this showcase encouraged people to discover (or rediscover!) a local theatre and go see a show.

Performers: Amy Baschnagel & Eric Vollmer

What Really Happened In Copenhagen In 1941?Two physicists. One wartime meeting.Our cast is deep in rehearsal for "Copenh...
05/27/2026

What Really Happened In Copenhagen In 1941?

Two physicists. One wartime meeting.

Our cast is deep in rehearsal for "Copenhagen", and every scene brings new intensity and suspense to the stage. This Tony Award-winning play explores the choices people make when the fate of the world hangs in the balance.

Performances Begin June 12 At Iron Horse Community Theatre.

🎟 Reserve Your Seats Today:
https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ironhorsetheatrecompany/copenhagen

AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT - LAST DAY!!Iron Horse Theatre Company is seeking an actor for the upcoming production of "Trappe...
05/22/2026

AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT - LAST DAY!!

Iron Horse Theatre Company is seeking an actor for the upcoming production of "Trapped", directed by London Cain.

Jim Traficant: Lead
Male, 68 years old. Outspoken and charismatic. A larger than life former U.S. Congressman from Youngstown, Ohio.

All actors/performers are volunteer, unpaid positions.

AUDITION PLACE, DATE, AND TIME
Iron Horse Community Theatre
348 Maplewood Ave.
Ambridge, PA 15003

Friday, May 22 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Please be prepared to participate in a cold read from the script. Headshots and résumés are appreciated but not required. Actors are also welcome to prepare a short memorized monologue, though this is completely optional.

Sign up to audition here:
https://www.ironhorsetheatrecompany.com/auditions/

ABOUT THE PLAY
"Trapped" follows corrupt ex-Congressman Jim Traficant as he battles with his conscience while in solitary confinement. He is visited by Lisa, a mysterious woman who attempts to force him to re-evaluate his life while struggling to get him to see the light.

The play explores three emotionally complicated characters: Jim, who longs to do good but refuses to fully admit his wrongs; Lisa, who plays devil’s advocate to pull Jim toward darkness; and a sympathetic Correction Officer who has overcome his own difficult past in search of stability.

The production is an emotional rollercoaster filled with striking visual imagery and intense psychological conflict.

REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will take place at Iron Horse Community Theatre in Ambridge.

PERFORMANCES
Performances will be held at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater in East Liberty.

PERFORMANCE DATES
Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Friday, September 18, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Friday, September 25, 2026 | 7:30 PM

Questions can be sent to:
[email protected]

Every conversation has consequences.Rehearsals for "Copenhagen" are underway at Iron Horse Theatre Company, bringing Mic...
05/22/2026

Every conversation has consequences.

Rehearsals for "Copenhagen" are underway at Iron Horse Theatre Company, bringing Michael Frayn’s gripping exploration of science, memory, and morality to the stage. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the play examines the mysterious 1941 meeting between Niels Bohr and Werner Heisenberg, two brilliant minds forever changed by history.

Show Dates: June 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 26, & 27
7:30 PM Performances
Sunday Matinee June 21 at 2:00 PM

🎟 Tickets Available Now:
https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ironhorsetheatrecompany/copenhagen

Come celebrate the incredible local theatre community that helps make Western Pennsylvania such a vibrant place to live!...
05/19/2026

Come celebrate the incredible local theatre community that helps make Western Pennsylvania such a vibrant place to live!

Iron Horse Theatre Company is excited to be part of the Community Theatre Showcase at the O'Reilly Theater, joining 13 other community theatre organizations from across the region for three evenings dedicated to local talent, connection, and the arts.

This free event is part of Pittsburgh Public Theater’s Dollar Bank Lobby Series and supports the spirit of their Go See A Show campaign, which encourages audiences to discover and support the amazing theatre happening throughout our communities. Organized by Caitlin Young, this showcase brings together theatres from across Western Pennsylvania to celebrate the talent and creativity that exists right in our own backyard.

Iron Horse Theatre Company will be presenting a scene from the new play “Trapped” by London Cain, featuring Amy Baschnagel and Eric Vollmer, both familiar faces to many of our audiences from past Iron Horse productions.

📍 O'Reilly Theater
📅 May 18th through May 20th
⏰ 5:00 to 7:00 PM
🎟 FREE and open to the public

The event is the same all three evenings, so attend whichever day works best for you. We’d love to see you there and celebrate the local arts community with us!!

Learn more about the Dollar Bank Lobby Series: pt.org/event/30826-2025/dollar-bank-lobby-series

Learn more about the Go See a Show campaign: www.goseeashowpgh.com

Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ei2XSt6pM/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Our cast is hard at work in rehearsal for our first show of the season: "Copenhagen" by Michael Frayn.Based on the real...
05/13/2026

Our cast is hard at work in rehearsal for our first show of the season: "Copenhagen" by Michael Frayn.

Based on the real 1941 meeting between physicists Niels Bohr and Werner Heisenberg, "Copenhagen" explores the ethical questions surrounding science, war, and human responsibility during World War II.

Join us for this gripping and intellectually compelling production beginning June 12 at the Iron Horse Community Theatre.

Show Dates: June 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 26, & 27
Evening Performances Begin at 7:30 PM
Sunday Matinee on June 21 at 2:00 PM

Tickets: $20 General Admission / $18 Seniors (64+)

Get Your Tickets Here: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ironhorsetheatrecompany/copenhagen

AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENTIron Horse Theatre Company is seeking an actor for the upcoming production of "Trapped", directed ...
05/11/2026

AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Iron Horse Theatre Company is seeking an actor for the upcoming production of "Trapped", directed by London Cain.

Jim Traficant: Lead
Male, 68 years old. Outspoken and charismatic. A larger than life former U.S. Congressman from Youngstown, Ohio.

All actors/performers are volunteer, unpaid positions.

AUDITION PLACE, DATES, AND TIMES
Iron Horse Community Theatre
348 Maplewood Ave.
Ambridge, PA 15003

Sunday, May 17 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, May 22 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Please be prepared to participate in a cold read from the script. Headshots and résumés are appreciated but not required. Actors are also welcome to prepare a short memorized monologue, though this is completely optional.

Sign up to audition here:
https://www.ironhorsetheatrecompany.com/auditions/

ABOUT THE PLAY
"Trapped" follows corrupt ex-Congressman Jim Traficant as he battles with his conscience while in solitary confinement. He is visited by Lisa, a mysterious woman who attempts to force him to re-evaluate his life while struggling to get him to see the light.

The play explores three emotionally complicated characters: Jim, who longs to do good but refuses to fully admit his wrongs; Lisa, who plays devil’s advocate to pull Jim toward darkness; and a sympathetic Correction Officer who has overcome his own difficult past in search of stability.

The production is an emotional rollercoaster filled with striking visual imagery and intense psychological conflict.

REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will take place at Iron Horse Community Theatre in Ambridge.

PERFORMANCES
Performances will be held at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater in East Liberty.

PERFORMANCE DATES
Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Friday, September 18, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Friday, September 25, 2026 | 7:30 PM

Questions can be sent to:
[email protected]

"The Addams Family" household has been cleaned up and cleared out, and although there may be a cobweb or two still hangi...
04/27/2026

"The Addams Family" household has been cleaned up and cleared out, and although there may be a cobweb or two still hanging around, we're excited for the first rehearsal of "Copenhagen" tonight.

There's still time to purchase season tickets! This is a scientific season that you won't want to miss. 🧪⚛️

🎟️: https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/ironhorsetheatrecompany/2026-season-tickets

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348 Maplewood Avenue
Ambridge, PA
15003

Telephone

(412) 749-2491

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