The Staller Center for the Arts has announced its Fall 2025 season, featuring a range of performances across Broadway, jazz, dance, and comedy.
Celebrity Autobiography will return to the venue with an ensemble cast that includes Richard Kind, Ricki Lake, Ralph Macchio, and Eugene Pack. The show is known for presenting readings from celebrity memoirs and has previously been staged on Broadway and in London’s West End. “This award-winning comedy show brings outrageous celebrity memoirs to life with hilarious readings from the stars’ own words, having played everywhere from Broadway to London’s West End,” according to organizers.
The schedule for An Evening with Kelli O’Hara has changed. The event will now take place on Sunday, November 2 at 8 p.m., instead of the originally planned date of November 1. The change was made because O’Hara is performing alongside Tom Hanks in his play This World of Tomorrow on Broadway earlier that day. Organizers state: “She will perform the matinee of the play on November 2 in New York City and then be whisked out to Stony Brook to perform her 8 pm concert at Staller. See the Tony Award-winner for a night of showtunes that prove why she remains one of the theater’s greatest leading ladies.”
LeAnn Rimes is set to return with a new holiday-themed concert titled Greatest Hits Christmas. Rimes previously performed at Staller in 2023 before a sold-out audience. As stated by organizers: “Join the Grammy Award-winner for her Greatest Hits Christmas, where she’ll bring her top hits alongside all your holiday favorites. Rimes last performed to a sold-out crowd at Staller in 2023, so don’t miss your chance to experience her magic again this season!”
Béla Fleck & the Flecktones are scheduled for a performance called Jingle All the Way that will include holiday blues, country, bluegrass and more. Special guests Jeff Coffin and Alash will join them. Attendees can also purchase a VIP Upgrade for access to an exclusive pre-show experience.
Brian Stokes Mitchell will appear on September 27. He is described as “the last leading man” by The New York Times and has had notable roles in Ragtime, Man of La Mancha and Kiss Me, Kate over his four-decade career.
On October 10, Stanley Jordan Trio will perform. Jordan is recognized for his unique guitar technique and collaborations with artists such as Art Blakey and Les Paul.
Jessica Kirson is set for an October 18 appearance. She is known for her online comedic videos and appearances on programs like The Tonight Show and HBO’s Crashing.
The season reflects ongoing efforts by Stony Brook University Research & Innovation through its arts programming at Staller Center.