New York pianist Roger Peltzman’s one-person show recounts his family’s tragic history fleeing the Nazis in war-torn Europe using drama, humor, powerful images and musical performances of everything from blues to Chopin.

A singular tale from the Holocaust that is at once extraordinary and relatable.

Colin’s live at TheaterWorks where he’ll be joined by CIRCUS FIRE playwright Jacques Lamarre and TWH Artistic Director ( and co-conceiver ) Rob Ruggiero. They’ll talk about all things CIRCUS FIRE including what it means to honor difficult history and the challenges and gifts of creating new work. This is Hartford’s Story!

IN THE THEATER:
Exclusive VIP Cocktail Party on stage w/ Boradway’s longest running Elphaba, JACKIE BURNS.

IN THE STUDIO
Drag superstars ROBIN FIERCE and NATALIA FIERCE

IN THE SHOP
TWH interactive installation plus MEZZIE’s ice cream.

Finish out the night dancing on Pearl St w/ more great music and of course…. Birthday Cake!

Master DJ ERIC OTERO

JANE DON’T is a Seattle-based campy comedian and drag performer appearing on Season 18 of RuPaul’s Drag Race (2026). Known for a “funny, fashionable, and mysterious” style, she is part of the Seattle scene, connected to queens like Bosco and Irene the Alien. Previously a barista and performer, she was eliminated in an improv challenge during Season 18 (episode 9) despite having the best track record of the season (top for 10 consecutive weeks, 3 wins). Fans stand behind JANE DON’T.