Actors Theatre to host new festival celebrating storytelling, connection in Louisville

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Actors Theatre of Louisville introduced a new festival for artists to come together for conversation and connection.

The Storytelling Revolution Festival is a community-centered featuring world premieres, readings, performances, dance-theatre and experimental artforms. The festival is designed for audiences to bounce between performances, gain insights and inspiration, and connect with different artists.

The Storytelling Revolution Festival, produced in collaboration with the Louisville Fringe Festival, is April 1-12, 2026, throughout the Actors Theatre's Main Street Complex, according to a news release.

Tickets for the festival go on sale Feb. 3 for members and to the public Feb. 17 and can be purchased here or by calling 502-584-1205.

Actors Theatre is hosting an Opening Night Party on April 3 to kick off the festival, and a Closing Party April 12 to close out the event. The parties are available for all festival ticket holders, and will offer drinks, bites, music and conversation in the lobby space of the theatre.

For a list of festival offerings and performances, click here.

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