Heist
By Arun Lakara
Directed by Blake Robison
Previews: January 12, 13, 14, 2027 Opening Night: January 15, 2027 Final Performance: February 7, 2027Sometimes it’s the last job that changes everything.
Heist
A crew with secrets. One last job that could change everything. Heist is a cinematic, twist-filled crime caper brought vividly to life on stage — part Ocean’s Eleven, part mystery-whodunnit, and all heart-pounding theatrical adventure. Featuring sharp dialogue, clever surprises, and unexpected laughs, it takes you on a thrilling ride that keeps you guessing until the final moment. It’s the ultimate escape into suspense, humor, and high-tech fun.
Run Time
2 hours and 10 minutes including one 15 minute intermission
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Co-Produced with
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
Blake Robison, Producing Artistic Director; Abby Marcus, Managing Director
and Milwaukee Repertory Theater
Mark Clements, Artistic Director; Chad Bauman, Executive Director
Heist was originally developed and commissioned by Constellation Stage & Screen (Chad Rabinovitz, Artistic Director), where it also received a workshop production in 2022 under the title Fortunato Heist (Bloomington, IN). Heist received additional development at the Citadel Theatre Playwright’s Lab in 2022 (Edmonton, AB) and also received support from the Black List x Warby Parker Writer’s Vision Grant.
Heist received its world premiere production with Vertigo Theatre (Jack Grinhaus, Artistic Director) in February of 2024 (Calgary, AB).
Heist received its US Premiere at Arizona Theatre Company (Matt August, Kasser Family Artistic Director | Geri Wright, Executive Director) in November 2025 (Tucson, AZ).
Heist is produced by permission of the Playwright and Marquis Literary (Colin Rivers) www.MQlit.ca
"Heist zooms along at a breakneck pace and feels like a Hollywood blockbuster come to life. A pulsepounding thriller… cinematic and unforgettable.”
BroadwayWorld
Audience Engagement Events
Actor Talkback: Heist
January 21, 2027 post show
Pre-Show Discussion: Heist
January 17, 2027 at 2:15 PM in Struthers Rehearsal Hall
January 20, 2027 at 1:15PM in Struthers Rehearsal Hall
January 20, 2027 at 6:45PM in Struthers Rehearsal Hall
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