The Crescent Theatre is Clayton State University’s theatrical stage featuring productions by students in the Theatre program. This beautifully renovated 149 seat theatre serves as a performance and classroom space.

The Crescent Theatre

Fall 2025 Events

Topdog/Underdog

Written By: Suzan-Lori Parks

Director: Kirill Sheynerman

Abandoned by their parents as teenagers, two African American brothers struggle with poverty, resentment, and a longing for purpose. Lincoln, once a master street hustler at three-card monte, now works in a carnival pretending to be Abraham Lincoln. Booth, desperate for his brother’s approval, dreams of surpassing him as a con artist. As sibling rivalry, ambition, and unresolved wounds collide, their bond begins to spiral out of control.

Performances

October 17, 23, 24 @ 7:30 p.m.

October 18 & 25 @ 2:30 p.m.

TYA Performance: October 23 @ 10 a.m.

Venue: The Crescent Theatre

Admission: $10 online, $12 at the box office

Clayton State Students and Faculty: Free with Laker ID

For ages 14+

This production contains adult language and content

WINNER! 2002 PULITZER PRIZE FOR DRAMA

WINNER! 2023 TONY AWARD FOR BEST REVIVAL

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Act a Fool 2: All Bets are Off

Directed by Brion Gibson

November 14 @ 8p

Improv is a team sport, and this one's ruthless. Act a Fool is back with new teams, more laughs, and double the foolishness.

This show contains adult language and content

Ages 14+

Admission: $7 online and $10 at the box office

Clayton State Students: Free with student ID

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Want to know more about our program?

Please consider attending one of the following:

Virtual Connection: This is a Q&A with faculty and students
A Day in the Life of a Stage and Screen Major: An immersive experience where prospective majors learn about the wonderful opportunities for a stage and screen major.

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Clayton State Theatre is committed to ensuring that our theatre is accessible to all individuals with or without disabilities. The Crescent Theatre is equipped with wheelchair seating, listening devices for the hearing impaired, and an access ramp leading to the stage.