Dogfight | The Standard Theatre Company in Scranton
Friday, June 12, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. | Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. | Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Dogfight at The Standard Theatre Company in Scranton runs Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14, 2026. Presented as the company’s inaugural Main Stage Production, this acclaimed contemporary musical delivers a powerful story of connection, compassion and personal growth.
Set on November 21, 1963, on the eve of deployment to Vietnam, the musical follows a group of young Marines during one final night of celebration. When Corporal Eddie Birdlace invites Rose, an awkward yet idealistic waitress, to a party built around a cruel bet, an unexpected relationship begins to develop. Their encounter challenges both characters and leaves a lasting impact on their lives.
Featuring music and lyrics by Academy Award-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, known for Dear Evan Hansen and The Greatest Showman, Dogfight combines an emotionally resonant story with a memorable score.
Recommended for ages 15 and older due to mature themes and language.
Dogfight in Scranton offers an intimate and moving theatrical experience filled with humor, heartbreak and hope.