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The latest news on live theatre in Ft. Myers/Naples from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

Review: FLATLANDERS at Players Circle Theater
by Fran Thomas - March 23, 2025


What did our critic think of FLATLANDERS at Players Circle Theater?

Lauren Gunderson's THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE Comes to The Naples Players
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2025


The Naples Players will present The Half-Life of Marie Curie, a gripping and inspiring play by renowned playwright Lauren Gunderson. Running from April 2 - 27 in TNP's intimate Price Studio Theatre. Tickets start at $50 and are available now for purchase.

THE HALF-LIFE OF MARIE CURIE to be Presented at The Naples Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 17, 2025


The Naples Players will present The Half-Life of Marie Curie by Lauren Gunderson this April. The Half-Life of Marie Curie tells the story of pioneering scientist Marie Curie and her close friend and confidante Hertha Ayrton. Learn more!

VENUS IN FUR Comes to Florida Rep
by Stephi Wild - March 17, 2025


 Florida Repertory Theatre will present “Venus In Fur' next month in the intimate ArtStage Studio Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming production here!

Kate Marilley To Lead SWEET CHARITY At Gulfshore Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - March 12, 2025


Gulfshore Playhouse has announced the cast of Sweet Charity, the dazzling, gritty, and heartfelt musical that will close out its season.

Review: JERSEY BOYS at TheatreZone
by Elizabeth James - March 11, 2025


What did our critic think of JERSEY BOYS at TheatreZone?

ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S 'WE ARE IN A PLAY' Comes to Broadway Palm
by Stephi Wild - March 11, 2025


Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre is presenting Elephant & Piggie's “We Are in a Play!” playing now through April 3, 2025! Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY is Now Playing at the Off Broadway Palm Theatre
by Stephi Wild - March 05, 2025


Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre invites you to enjoy an evening of laughter and camaraderie with its Off Broadway Palm production of Savannah Sipping Society, running now through April 13, 2025.

Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Music & Arts Community Center
by Fran Thomas - March 02, 2025


Good actors spend a lot of time creating backstory and motivation for the character they are playing. Imagine how much work goes into doing this preparation to take on more than a half dozen roles. That is the task faced by Robbie Harrison in Murder for Two, a musical comedy/mystery now being offered by Southwest Florida Theatre Company in conjunction with Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre. This is the first collaboration between the two.

Review: CRAZY FOR YOU at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
by Elizabeth James - February 27, 2025


Broadway Palm's production of CRAZY FOR YOU tells the story of Bobby Child as he goes to the small country town of Deadrock, Nevada to foreclose on a rundown theatre on behalf of his banking family. However, Bobby is passionate about theatre, and instead decides to try and save it by impersonating famed theatre legend Bela Zangler and putting together a production. Along the way, he falls in love with the daughter of the man who owns the theatre, Polly.

The Naples Players Honors Patty & Jay Baker With Heart of the Arts Award
by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2025


The Naples Players recognized local philanthropists and arts champions Patty & Jay Baker by presenting them with the inaugural Heart of the Arts Award.

JERSEY BOYS Comes to TheatreZone In Naples
by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2025


TheatreZone, Naples' professional Equity theatre company, will present Jersey Boys, the Tony Award-winning musical that tells the rags-to-riches-to-rags story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.

Cast Set For LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2025


Tracey Conyer Lee will star as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill, a play by Lanie Robertson and featuring the music of Billie Holiday.

CRAZY FOR YOU is Now Playing at Broadway Palm
by Stephi Wild - February 27, 2025


Get ready to be swept off your feet as Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre presents the Tony Award-winning musical comedy Crazy for You, running now through April 5, 2025.

MAN OF LA MANCHA to Open in March at The Naples Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 25, 2025


Five-time Tony Award-winning musical Man of La Mancha will run at The Naples Players. Audiences will be transported to the world of Don Quixote. Learn more about the musical and see how to attend.

CIRCLE FORWARD World Premiere and More Set for Gulfshore Playhouse 25-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 24, 2025


Gulfshore Playhouse has revealed the complete 2025-2026 season. Performances begin October 21, 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: CRAZY FOR YOU at Broadway Palm
by Fran Thomas - February 22, 2025


What did our critic think of CRAZY FOR YOU at Broadway Palm?

GOOD JEW Arrives at Norris Center Auditorium in April
by Stephi Wild - February 20, 2025


Direct from its New York premiere at the Museum of Jewish Heritage last summer, drama Good Jew comes to the Norris Center Auditorium. Learn more about the show here!

HISTORY THAT DOESN'T SUCK! Comes to the Broward Center
by Stephi Wild - February 19, 2025


History That Doesn’t Suck! will blend masterful storytelling with a night of live music and stagecraft to take audiences  through the first 100 years of American history in 100 minutes.

Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Elizabeth James - February 18, 2025


Gulfshore Playhouse's production of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY tells the story of the Lehman brothers and the rise and fall of their financial empire. The show is based on the true story of the Lehman brothers and their family, and spans 163 years; the 3 actors play the 3 original Lehman brothers, their other family members, and many other characters. 

Review: BOCA at Florida Repertory Theatre
by Fran Thomas - February 18, 2025


Given her photo in the program, playwright Jessica Provenz is far too young to know as much as she does about the life of a senior citizen in Florida. The packed audience at her play Boca was under no such limitation. Laughter, nay, guffaws of recognition greeted each scene.

Classic Comedy HARVEY Opens This Valentine's Day
by A.A. Cristi - February 13, 2025


Harvey, the beloved classic comedy, takes the stage at The Belle from February 14 through February 23. This heartwarming production is an affordable night of theatre for the whole family.

ADVICE World Premiere and More Set for Florida Rep 2025-2026 Theatre Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 12, 2025


Florida Repertory Theatre has reveaaled its 28th season in the Historic Arcade and ArtStage Studio Theatres which open to previews on September 30, 2025. See the lineup of performances and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE RINK at TheatreZone
by Elizabeth James - February 12, 2025


TheatreZone's production of THE RINK is an engaging and well-executed theatrical experience. With excellent lighting, dynamic choreography, and impressive vocal performances, this production brings to life the lesser-known but layered musical by John Kander and Fred Ebb.

The Box Art Gallery in West Palm Beach Closes as Rolando Chang Barrero Embarks on a New Adventure
by Blair Ingenthron - February 08, 2025


After more than a decade and a half of shaping and enriching the arts community in Palm Beach County, celebrated artist and curator Rolando Chang Barrero has announced the closing of The Box Art Gallery.


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The Naples Players (3/12 - 4/13)
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LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL in Ft. Myers/Naples LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL
Broadway Palm (5/30 - 6/28)
Les Miserables in Ft. Myers/Naples Les Miserables
Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Center (4/15 - 4/20)
Prodigal Son by John Patrick Shanley in Ft. Myers/Naples Prodigal Son by John Patrick Shanley
The Studio Players (5/16 - 6/1)
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The Studio Players (3/28 - 4/13)
CRAZY FOR YOU in Ft. Myers/Naples CRAZY FOR YOU
Broadway Palm (2/21 - 4/5)
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SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY in Ft. Myers/Naples SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY
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