Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Theater Thursday heads to TheaterWorks Hartford for “The Cannibals of McGower County,” a high-stakes Southern Gothic production filled with outrageous characters, unexpected twists and plenty of surprises.

The cast shares what makes playwright Drew Larimore’s show such a wild ride, from its heightened Texas setting and distinctive characters to performing up close with audiences in TheaterWorks’ intimate space. Plus, get a look inside the “Spit Pit,” an abandoned barbecue joint that serves as the setting for the action. The production runs at TheaterWorks Hartford through August 30, with tickets available at TWHartford.org.

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