Join us inside Union Trust’s Victorian-style theater where the film’s dark and twisted narrative comes to life on stage like never before. Step right up and gaze at the somnambulist inside Dr. Caligari’s curious cabinet. Dare to cross the threshold into the showman’s eerie world and discover the unsettling elements that control him in this sinister carnival equally inspired by German Expressionism and the current political landscape.
An experience like no other, the World Premiere of our original film elements will hypnotize you in this bold, enigmatic take on the classic. With design inspired by the stark contrasts and abstract intensity of artist Franz Kline, you won’t want to miss this theatrical event where every whisper, every twist may offer you an unexpected sense of hope…or haunt you long after the curtain draws mysteriously to a close.
Starring Daniel Krell, Sarah Lindsay, Nick Lehane, and Jerreme Rodriguez.
SHOWTIMES
November 1 – 24, 2024
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday | 8pm
Saturday and Sunday | 2pm
Student matinee: October 20 | 10am
Staged at the Union Trust Building, Downtown
Special Events
Opening Night
Friday, November 1
Be the first to see The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari! After the show, enjoy champagne, sweets from Ritual House pastry chef Zoe Peckich, and a chance to socialize with the actors and creative team.
Carnival Night
Saturday, November 2 | 8pm
Join us for a night of merriment to celebrate opening weekend (and Halloween)! Come as a hypnotist, somnambulist, a member of the asylum, or a flapper … Attendees are encouraged to dress up or dress their best!
Sunday Q&A
Sunday, November 3 | 2pm
Attend the first Sunday matinee and stay afterwards for a discussion with the cast, crew, and creative team. Learn about the artistic inspirations and production challenges involved with this show.
Social Q
Wednesday, November 6
Enjoy a special pre-show reception while you mingle with Quantum friends old and new.
Quantum Quaff
Thursday, November 7 | 6:30pm
Tenth Floor Suite, Union Trust Building
Enjoy a special pre-show reception with specially curated wines from Nine O’Clock Wines and food pairings from Bistro to Go.
Ladies Night
Wednesday, November 13 | 6:30pm
The Speckled Egg, Union Trust Building
Grab your girlfriends and join us for happy hour at The Speckled Egg.
Quantum on the Couch
Saturday, November 16 | 8pm
Join Dr. Manuel Reich, Psychiatrist, for a post-show discussion of the psychological issues raised by the play and its characters.
Black and White Night
Thursday, November 21 | 8pm
Express yourself, a la Franz Klein and German Expressionism, and dress in black and white to showcase your visual style and inner emotions. Will you bring the horror or the hope to this adaptation of the classic film?
ACCESSIBILITY
If you require accessible parking or have other accessibility needs, please call us at 412.362.1713 or email quantum@quantumtheatre.com and we will be happy to assist you.
Assistive listening devices will be available at all performances, thanks to support from the Allegheny Regional Asset District.