Performances at Newport Playhouse: The 39 Steps by Patrick Barlow

Performances at Newport Playhouse: The 39 Steps by Patrick Barlow

August 2 - 23, 2026

Following a mysterious murder, the rather dull Richard Hannay launches on a high-speed chase from London music hall to Scotland's highlands, where he must dodge devious spies, woo beautiful bombshells, and attempt to reveal secrets of "The 39 Steps," an international spy ring. With inventive stagecraft and masterful performances, four nimble actors play more than 100 characters in this riotous spoof that is equal parts slapstick comedy and film noir thriller.

Location: 102 Connell Highway, Newport 

Box Office Hours: Daily, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

boxoffice@newportplayhouse.com or Call: (401) 848-7529

Showtimes & Pricing

Matinees: 

Sunday through Thursday* (please see note)

• Doors: 11:00 AM
• Buffet: 11:30 AM
• Cabaret: 1:00 PM

Play: 2:00 PM

Evenings: 

Friday and Saturday

• Curtain: 7:30 PM
• Cabaret: 9:30 PM​