Special Events
Reno Little Theater is proud to partner with other local groups and artists to host special events.
P.U.N.K. Poetry Slam
presented by Poetry Under No King
7:00 pm
March 24th @ GLM
April 21st @ GLM
May 19th @ GLM
June 23rd @ GLM
July 21st @ GLM
$5/ person at the door. Cash or Venmo. Favorite poet of the night takes home the collected pot!
Dungeons & Drama:
Castle Rats
@ GLM
April 25, 2026
7:30 pm
Dungeons & Drama is a live theatrical experience that fuses the imaginative gameplay of "Dungeons & Dragons" with improvised performance. Four players control four heroic avatars, guided by a Game Master who shapes the unfolding narrative in real time. As the story emerges through dice rolls & player choices, a cast of improv actors brings the world to life - embodying non-player characters, creatures, and pivotal figures within the adventure. Fully staged with professional lighting, sound design, and theatrical events, Dungeons & Drama transforms tabletop roleplaying into an immersive, audience-facing spectacle. Audience members are invited to participate in select moments, influencing the direction of the story and deepening their connection to the performance. Each show is entirely unique, blending fantasy, comedy, drama, and chance into a collaborative storytelling event that exists only in that moment.
Untamed
@ GLM
April 30 - May 9, 2026
7:30 pm
99 plays ranging from 30 seconds to over five minutes in length performed over two three-night blocks, chosen at random by the audience in the moment, and all fueled by an absurdist, high-energy spirit. This is ‘Untamed,’ the sporadically occuring collaborative artistic endeavor created by the late Bud Perry, who drew inspiration from the likes of The Neo-Futurists and other similar collectives. Consisting of a blend of sketch comedy, serious scenes, and personal monologues, the plays are all written by the performers themelves and presented a la carte for your enjoyment. ‘Untamed’ guarantees a truly unique experience for each performance, with just 33 of the 99 plays being picked each show, and never seen again. Its like ‘SNL’ meets all-you-can-eat sushi— only funnier and with slightly less likelihood of food poisoning. ‘Untamed.’ Hope you’re hungry.
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Drama at the Derby
a fundraising event
@ The Emerson
May 2, 2026
12:00 - 4:00 pm
$25 Artist
$30 GA early bird
$40 beginning April 25
$50 at the door
(includes Bloody Mary or Mint Julep)
Bring your "all button" support and place your bets on an afternoon of spectacle and style. Join Reno Little Theater and Good Luck Macbeth for Drama at the Derby on May 2, 2026, at the Emerson Bar for a spirited fundraiser where theatrical flair and Derby Day tradition collide. Sip, socialize, and celebrate as we get together to raise funds "across the board" for the two stages of our now combined organization! Throw on your boldest hat for "two minutes of fame" in our Hat Contest, catch the excitement of the Derby "simulcast," and "chomp at the bit" to hear exclusive season announcements, all while trying your luck with raffle prizes.
Gimme More Revue: A Millenial's Night Out
presented by Honey Productions
@ GLM
May 14 - 17, 2026
​YOU GUESSED IT! A FULL BRITNEY SPEARS REVUE. Step into a high-energy, throwback fantasy with Gimme More Revue, a sultry pop spectacle inspired by the iconic Y2K era. Designed for millennials who grew up on pop divas, music videos, and unforgettable dance moments, this 18+ night out blends nostalgia with bold, modern entertainment. Expect a sexy, high-energy stage show featuring: Fierce pop dance performance, Lip-sync pop anthems that defined a generation, aerial artistry that elevates this spectacular show. Glamorous, edgy, and playful choreography From sparkly pop princess energy to darker, seductive club vibes, Gimme More Revue delivers a thrilling mix of nostalgia, sensuality, and spectacle. It’s the perfect girls’ night, date night, or celebration with friends—a chance to relive the music and attitude of the era that raised us. Dress up, grab a drink, and get ready for a millennial night out you won’t forget
The Pack that Walked Like a Man
Chautauqua with David Woodruff
@ RLT
June 6, 2026
2:00 pm
$15/person
Few figures stand as deeply rooted in the Sierra Nevada as Norman Clyde. Outside the mountaineering world he is little known, yet among those who walk the high country, his name carries the weight of legend. Writer, wilderness photographer, self‑taught naturalist, and master climber, Clyde recorded more than 130 first ascents across the Sierra and the West. For over sixty years he moved through the Range of Light with his iconic 80‑pound pack, answering more than a hundred search‑and‑rescue calls with quiet resolve and unwavering devotion to the mountains he considered home. Local historian and author David Woodruff honors this remarkable life in a thoughtful, entertaining, and amusing 75‑minute Chautauqua performance, bringing forward the spirit of a man whose footsteps still echo across the granite peaks.