When drama critic Mortimer Brewster announces his engagement, he thinks his biggest challenge will be convincing himself he’s ready for marriage. That is, until he stumbles upon a corpse stuffed in his sweet elderly aunts’ window seat! But the real shock? Abby and Martha are not only aware of the body—they’re responsible for it! With a taste for poisoned wine, a brother who’s convinced he’s Teddy Roosevelt, and another brother on the run from the law with a surgically altered face, Mortimer finds himself juggling a chaotic cocktail of murder, madness, and matrimonial mayhem. Will he survive long enough to say “I do”? Arsenic and Old Lace is a wickedly funny black comedy that proves the deadliest thing about family is… well, family itself!

The Gaslight-Baker Theatre is a historic gem and vibrant community arts center located in the heart of Lockhart, Texas. With a rich legacy of storytelling and creativity, we bring diverse theatrical productions to life, offering something for everyone—from timeless classics to bold, new works. As a home for local talent and a gathering place for audiences, we are committed to inspiring, entertaining, and connecting our community through the transformative power of live theatre.