Florida Rep Announces Special Program for Sanibel/Captiva Residents and Visitors

Florida Rep Announces Special Program for Sanibel/Captiva Residents and Visitors

Florida Repertory Theatre announced Third Thursday Theatre Night, a brand new package for its neighbors on Sanibel and Captiva Islands.

Beginning on Nov. 18 with the hit comedy, Noises Off, Florida Rep will bring a bus from Sanibel Island to the beautiful Fort Myers River District for a night on the town and an evening of theatre at its finest for just one low price.

The evening begins on Sanibel Island at Sweet Melissa's Cafe (1625 Periwinkle Way), where pre-show dinner reservations are available - though not included in the price. The bus will depart at 6:30pm from Sweet Melissa's, and will arrive at the Historic Arcade Theatre in the beautifully restored Fort Myers River District just in time for the 8pm performance. The $49 per person admission price includes bus transportation and a ticket to the critically acclaimed production of Noises Off.

The first play of Florida Rep's Lucky Season 13, Noises Off opened on Oct. 26 to three sold out previews, a gala opening night, and rave reviews. Florida Weekly called the play "a roller coaster ride," The Naples Daily News told readers that Noises Off "makes the audience howl with laughter," and called the production "a delicious comic treat!"

Noises Off follows the exploits of a hapless fifth-rate theatre troupe trying to mount a silly sex farce called "Nothing On." As the cast stumbles through the play onstage, a real-life farce is unfolding behind the curtain. From the ill-fated dress rehearsal to the last chaotic performance, the delirium literally never ends.

"This is really a great opportunity for groups of Sanibel and Captiva residents and visitors to see what we have to offer them here in the River District," said Producing Artistic Director, Robert Cacioppo, "and we hope that this partnership with the Island community will only grow as the season goes on."

Florida Rep's Third Thursday Theatre Night for Noises Off is Nov. 18. and the bus will depart from Sweet Melissa's Cafe at 6:30pm. For more information or to reserve your seats on the bus, call Florida Rep's Third Thursday Theatre Night Hot Line at 239-332-4665 x33. Please make your reservations today, as space is limited. To make a reservation for dinner, please contact Sweet Melissa's Cafe at 239-472-1956.

Noises Off by Michael Frayn plays at Florida Rep through Nov 20, and performances are Tues. - Sat. at 8pm, with 2pm matinees on Wed. and Sun.

Noises Off is sponsored by Dr. Alexander M. Eaton and Dr. Hussein Wafapoor of the Retina Health Center and Florida Weekly.

Subscriptions and single tickets are now on sale through the box office at 239-332-4488. Single tickets are priced at $44 and $39, and $25 & $20 for discounted previews. Subscriptions range from $117 to $288, and offer up to 40% savings. The NEW 7 Show Rush Pass is on sale now for only $139.

Florida Repertory Theatre performs in the Historic Arcade Theatre on Bay St. between Jackson & Hendry with free parking in the Fort Myers River District. Visit Florida Rep online at www.floridarep.org.  On facebook at www.facebook.com/FloridaRep.

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