Florida Studio Theatre Announces 2009 - 2010 Cabaret Season

FST's 2009-2010 Winter Cabaret Season offers up memorable music through the decades! The season begins with a tribute the classic era of the 50s and 60s with That's Life followed by the lively sound of the 60s and 70s with Reflections and a Night Train to Memphis presents the great music that came out of the cultural crossroads. Subscriptions to all 3 shows can be purchased for $29-$42 by calling FST's box office at 941-366-9000 or online at www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
"This years Cabaret season will take audiences on a journey through the fresh sounds that emerged during the later half of the 20th century. Great American music, created by a changing world," commented Artistic Director, Richard Hopkins.

The Goldstein Cabaret returns to a classic era with That's Life, developed by Richard Hopkins, Rebecca Langford and Jim Prosser, beginning October 20 through January 2, 2010.

Three cool cats and one brassy broad perform the memorable sounds of the supper clubs of the 50s and 60s. As the teeny boppers had their bubble gum music, the grown-ups were listening to Sinatra, Dino and Clooney. Songs such as "New York, New York," "You're Nobody ‘till Somebody Loves You" and "Only You."

A "Heat Wave" emerges this winter with Reflections, developed by Richard Hopkins, Rebecca Langford and Jim Prosser, beginning January 5 through March 20, 2010.

The music experience of the 60s and 70s produced a lively and fresh new sound. Soul infused with pop cross-over appeal turned out unforgettable chart toppers that will take you back in celebration: "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "Stop! In the Name of Love," "Proud Mary" and many more!
The Cabaret Season culminates with a train travelling from Beale Street to Palm Avenue. Night Train to Memphis, developed by Richard Hopkins, Rebecca Langford and Jim Prosser, begins March 23 and runs through June 5, 2010.
Memphis, Tennessee: birthplace of America's greatest music and the careers of Elvis Presley, B.B. King and Johnny Cash. Night Train to Memphis is an evening of sultry and smooth sounds including "A Boy Named Sue," "Lucille," "Memphis Tennessee," "Blue Suede Shoes" and more, where the cultural crossroads come alive!

All 3 shows - That's Life, Reflections and Night Train to Memphis - will be presented at FST's Goldstein Cabaret. Single tickets range from $19 for previews to $26-$29 for regular performances. A subscription to all 3 shows range from $29-$42. Both subscription tickets and single tickets may be purchased from the FST Box Office in person or by calling (941) 366-9000 or now online at www.floridstudiotheatre.org . FST's website is also an excellent source for videos, articles and information about FST's productions.

Known as Sarasota's Contemporary Theatre, Florida Studio Theatre was founded in 1973 by Jon Spelman. Starting out as a small touring company, FST traveled to places such as migrant camps and prisons. The company eventually settled down into a permanent home, acquiring the former Women's Club building - now renamed the Keating Theatre. In the years that followed, Florida Studio Theatre established itself as a major force in American Theatre, presenting contemporary theatre in its three theatre venues: the Keating Theatre, the Goldstein Cabaret and its newest space, the Gompertz Theatre.

Even with its growth, Florida Studio Theatre remains firmly committed to making the arts accessible and affordable to a broad-based audience. Under Richard Hopkins, Artistic Director and CEO, FST develops theatre that speaks to our living, evolving, and dynamically changing world. As FST grows and expands, it continues to provide audiences with challenging, contemporary drama and innovative programs.

 

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