HARRISONBURG, VA (Rocktown Now) — The Off Broadway Players will perform the full-length comedy adaptation of O. Henry’s short story, The Ransom of Red Chief, starting November 13.

According to Director Michael Strawderman, the story follows two would-be kidnappers who hatch what they believe is the perfect plan: abduct a wealthy man’s nephew and demand a hefty ransom. There’s just one little problem – their young captive, who calls himself Red Chief, turns out to be far more than they bargained for. Instead of being frightened by his captors, the energetic and imaginative youngster takes charge of the situation, turning the kidnappers’ carefully laid plans upside down.

Showdates:

  • November 13 & 14 at 7 pm
  • November 15 at 3 pm
  • November 20 & 21 at 7 pm
  • November 22 at 3 pm

For more information, visit 11/2026 – The Ransom of Red Chief – Off Broadway Players.