The 39 Steps

The 39 Steps, adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan, is a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of ten), an onstage train chase, handcuffs, missing fingers, and some good old-fashioned romance! Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps!

This show uniquely integrates hearing actors from OCC's Theatre Program along with signing actors from OCC's Sign Language Interpreter Program, supervised by qualified mentors.

Interpretation for the production is provided by interpreting interns through a supervised clinical experience partnership between the Oakland Community College Theatre Program and the Sign Language Interpreter Program. Student supervision follows the requirements of the State of Michigan Deaf Person's Interpreter Act and the Memo of Understanding between the Michigan Division on Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing and the Michigan Interpreter Education Programs. Further, hearing and Deaf interpreters who are experienced performers provided supervision, mentoring, and language modeling to the students in preparation for and through these performances.

To request accommodations for DeafBlind access, please contact Diana Campbell at least 48 hours in advance at [email protected]. Make sure to include which date you are attending the show, and what type of accommodations are needed.

Masks are no longer required on OCC campuses, however, we do ask if you are feeling unwell, please stay home for the health and safety of our audiences, cast and crew.

Campus Map -- Please park in Visitor and Staff parking lots at the campus. The theatre is in the center of the campus on the main walkway. Smith Theatre is in the T Building.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Smith Theater, 27055 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, United States