District 202’s four high school auditoriums will ask audiences to help solve a murder, take on corporate greed, see a Shakespeare classic in Jersey, and celebrate the classic “It’s a Wonderful Life,” in November as students take the stage for fall plays.
Here is this year’s lineup:
Plainfield East High School will present “Clue (High School Edition), at:
7 p.m., Thursday, November 12, Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14, 2026
2 p.m., Sunday, November 15, 2026.
Based on the iconic Hasbro board game and the Paramount Pictures motion picture, “Clue (High School Edition””) is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud whodunit. On a dark and stormy night, six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, Miss Scarlet, Mrs. Peacock, Colonel Mustard, Mr. Green, Mrs. White, and Professor Plum race against time to find the killer before the body count rises. Full of sharp wit and endless twists, this hilarious farce will keep audiences guessing until the very end!
Tickets are $10 adults, $5 for District 202 staff and students, seniors.
Tickets will be available online starting November 1, 2026 at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/pehs-fall-play/pehsclue or at the door.
PEHS is at 12001 S. Naperville Road, Plainfield.
Plainfield High School - Central Campus will present “Midsummer Jersey,” at:
6:30 p.m., Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14, 2026
2 p.m., Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15, 2026
Midsummer/Jersey is the hilarious high-octane re-telling of Shakespeare’s “Midsummer Night’s Dream” set on the boardwalk of a seaside town in modern-day New Jersey. The story revolves around the impending marriage of the Governor of New Jersey, the love affairs of four beach-bound high school crushes, a lively crew of fairies, and the staff of the local beauty salon (run by Patti Quince and Stylist Nikki Bottom). The night takes a magical turn when Oberon and the impish Puck arrive on the scene armed with a powerful love potion and a desire to cause mischief. With several weddings and the acting careers of six beauticians hanging in the balance, the lovers take to the boardwalk, backed by pop music and an iPhone-obsessed wood sprite.
Tickets $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors, and are available online at https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15624 and at the door.
PHS-CC is at 24120 W. Fort Beggs Drive, Plainfield.
Plainfield South High School will present “Radium Girls,” at:
7 p.m. Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14, 2026
2:30 p.m. Saturday, November 14 (understudy performance) and Sunday, November 15, 2026.
Inspired by true events, “Radium Girls” follows dial painter Grace Fryer as she takes on the U.S. Radium Corporation after workers begin suffering mysterious illnesses linked to the luminous paint they use. As Grace fights for justice against her former employer, she faces opposition from those closest to her and challenges society’s beliefs about health, wealth, and the commercialization of science. This powerful drama explores the human cost of corporate greed and one woman’s determination to hold those responsible accountable.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students with ID. Tickets may be purchased at the door via cash, check, or credit card.
PSHS is at 7800 W. Caton Farm Road, Plainfield.
Plainfield North High School presents “It’s a Wonderful Life” at:
7 p.m., Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14, 2026
2 p.m., Sunday, November 15, 2026.
In honor of its 80th anniversary, PNHS is proud to present “It’s A Wonderful Life.” This famous holiday classic, which originally debuted as a film in December of 1946, has worked its way into the hearts of people for decades, and we want to celebrate its powerful messages of the importance of family, friendship, community, faith, and love.
This particular screen adaptation by Doug Rand is incredibly true to the film and has not been produced in many years. This touching story follows George Bailey, a man whose lifelong sacrifices for his community leave him questioning his own worth, until a guardian angel offers him a profound perspective on the difference he has made.
Come walk our red carpet and experience some of the glamour of 1940s Hollywood!
Limited edition “merch” bags will be available to buy. Concessions will be available for a donation to support our program.
Photo opportunities will be available before and after the show, as well as during intermission.
Tickets are $10 and can be bought online at https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/pnhs2/buy-tix, or at the door by cash or by check.
PNHS is at 12005 S. 248th Ave., Plainfield.