Opening Night 2016
"This ain't your high school Shakespeare."
Opening Night (2016) plunges viewers into the chaotic backstage world where high-stakes drama unfolds faster than a Shakespearean soliloquy.
Director: Jack Henry Robbins
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Opening Night (2016) about?
Opening Night (2016) follows the frantic opening night of a high school's *A Midsummer Night's Dream* production, where backstage mishaps and offstage ego clashes threaten to derail the show. As the cast and crew battle everything from forgotten lines to unruly props, tensions rise—and the line between performance and reality blurs.
Who directed Opening Night?
Jack Henry Robbins directed Opening Night, infusing the film with a frenetic, observational style that amplifies the comedy.
Who stars in Opening Night?
Cheyenne Jackson, Anthony Rapp, Jessica Richards, and Mitchell Jarvis headline the cast, bringing a mix of comedic chops and dramatic flair to the chaotic backstage world.
Is Opening Night (2016) worth watching?
With its sharp humor and relatable themes of ambition and failure, Opening Night (2016) is a solid pick for fans of backstage comedies. While it's not a blockbuster, its fast pace and endearing characters make it a rewarding 90-minute escape—perfect for a lighthearted night in.
How long is Opening Night?
Opening Night runs for 90 minutes.
About Opening Night (2016) — A Backstage Comedy Where Chaos Steals the Show
Opening Night (2016) plunges viewers into the chaotic backstage world where high-stakes drama unfolds faster than a Shakespearean soliloquy. Directed by Jack Henry Robbins, this single-location comedy captures the madness of a high school's opening night performance of *A Midsummer Night's Dream*, where everything that can go wrong—onstage disasters, offstage rivalries, and a B-list TV star's ego—does go wrong. With the clock ticking toward curtain call, the cast and crew scramble to keep the show alive while navigating personal ambitions and petty grievances. Robbins crafts a frenetic, laugh-out-loud satire of theatrical ambition, blending slapstick antics with sharp observations about youth, fame, and the pressure to perform.
The film's charm lies in its brisk 90-minute runtime and an ensemble cast delivering razor-sharp comedic timing. Cheyenne Jackson and Anthony Rapp lead the charge as the harried drama teacher and the washed-up star trying (and failing) to stay relevant. Jessica Richards and Mitchell Jarvis round out the core group, each bringing a layer of chaos to the unfolding disaster. Think *Waiting for Guffman* meets *Noises Off*, but with a modern, meta twist that keeps the energy relentless. Opening Night (2016) is a love letter to underdog theater—and a hilarious reminder that the show must go on, no matter the cost.