“"Paranormal Activity" is such a well-conceived and thrillingly-executed production, it’s sheer intensity and can’t-look-away promise of increasing horror will make you a believer.”
Maryland Theatre Guide StaffFull Review
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Paranormal Activity
79
Recommended
Shakespeare Theatre Company (Harman Hall), Washington, DC · Opened Jan 28, 2026 · Closed Feb 7, 2026 · Ran for 1 month
Regional production — this tryout transferred to Broadway. See the Broadway production →
Part of a national tour — see how this show landed across all its pre-Broadway stops. See the combined tour reviews →
Critics' Take
Critics praise this stage adaptation as a surprisingly effective horror experience that delivers genuine scares and jump-inducing thrills, successfully translating cinematic terror to live theater with adrenaline-fueled results.
Critic Scorecard
7 reviewsSort:
“Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live On Stage is right on the money.”
By Caroline ColvinFull Review
“More importantly, it is deliriously, deliciously scary.”
By Melissa Lin SturgesFull Review
“A marvel... a carnival-style haunted house.”
The Washington Post StaffFull Review
“Paranormal Activity is relentless in building intoxicating anticipation from the first blaring sound cue.”
By D.R. LewisFull Review
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Paranormal Activity?
Critics praise this stage adaptation as a surprisingly effective horror experience that delivers genuine scares and jump-inducing thrills, successfully translating cinematic terror to live theater with adrenaline-fueled results. (CriticScore 79/100 from 7 reviews.)
Is Paranormal Activity worth seeing?
Yes. Paranormal Activity earns strong reviews from critics (79/100 from 7 reviews). Most theatergoers will have a great time.
What is the CriticScore for Paranormal Activity?
Paranormal Activity has a CriticScore of 79/100 based on 7 professional reviews. This is a "Recommended" show.
Is Paranormal Activity still running in a regional production?
No, Paranormal Activity has closed. It played at Shakespeare Theatre Company (Harman Hall), Washington, DC and closed on February 7, 2026.
Creative Team
- Levi HollowayPlaywright
- Felix BarrettDirector
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 79/100 (7 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Jan 28, 2026
- Closed
- Feb 7, 2026
- Run Length
- 1 month
- Runtime
- Synopsis
- Paranormal Activity is a play based on the cult film about a haunting that follows a young couple.
- Data Last Updated
- September 13, 2026
