Men on Boats; a group of women wearing colonial men's clothing travel through a beautiful and colorful canyon on boat. One traveler has fallen out of the boat and into the water, but the tone remains jovial.

Men on Boats

by Jaclyn Backhaus
February 12-22, 2026
Directed by Jade Ellis
at Stoner Little Theater

In this mostly true tale of American expedition, a one-armed captain and a crew of insane yet loyal crew members set out to chart the course of the Colorado River…with a twist. Told by a historically Inaccurate cast of women, this 90 minute comedy is a rip-roaring adventure that encourages us to think about who gets to write our Nation’s history. 

Men on Boats Performance Dates and Times


Thursday, February 12th, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, February 13th, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, February 15th, 2:30 p.m.
Friday, February 20th, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 21st, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, February 22nd, 2:30 p.m.

Ticket Information


Tickets for Men on Boats can be purchased online, or by visiting the box office in person at 209A E Mount Vernon St. during office hours, or by calling the box office at (888) 394-3282, ext. 1.

Box office hours are Tuesday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Adults – $23 Advance, $25 Door
Students – $12 Advance, $15 Door
Seniors – $20 Advance and Door

Venue Information

Stoner Little Theater
808 Monticello St.
Somerset, KY

This production takes place at Stoner Little Theater, the theater performance space at Somerset Community College. This small proscenium space comfortably fits around 100 audience members.

Meet the Production Team of Men on Boats

Jade Ellis
Director
Renate Dopp
Stage Manager
Jaclyn Backhaus
Playwright

This production of Men on Boats would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors!

Title Sponsor: Sheila Hugges

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