Misery

Misery is a tense stage thriller by William Goldman, adapted from Stephen King’s best-selling novel. It runs September 4–October 11, 2026 at the Arvada Center Main Stage Theatre (6901 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada). The story follows novelist Paul Sheldon, who wakes up injured after a car crash in the home of his self-proclaimed “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes. What begins as caretaking quickly turns sinister when Annie’s devotion reveals an obsessive edge. Trapped and powerless, Paul realizes he must write to survive. Expect a suspenseful, claustrophobic cat-and-mouse battle with escalating stakes. It’s the stage version of the story that inspired the Oscar-winning film. Best for audiences who love psychological thrillers and edge-of-your-seat drama.