CABARET Joins Florida Rep's 20th Anniversary Season

Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce Kander and Ebb's 12-time Tony Award-winning musical, "Cabaret" as part of its 20th Anniversary Season. Playing in the Historic Arcade Theatre March 20 - April 11, 2017, "Cabaret" is a classic story of following your heart while the world loses its way, and includes some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including "Cabaret," "Willkommen," and "Maybe This Time."

"I couldn't be more excited to announce 'Cabaret' as part of our 20th Anniversary season," said Producing Artistic Director, Robert Cacioppo, "but because of an ongoing national tour, we weren't allowed to tell our audiences until today! It truly is one of the great American musicals, and its story, its iconic score, and its characters have stood the test of time. Not only does it include some of the most beloved songs of the 20th century, but its message is as important today as it was 50 years ago."

The 1920s have drawn to a close, and in a seedy Berlin nightclub the master of ceremonies tells the audience to leave their troubles outside. With the Kit Kat Klub as the backdrop, "Cabaret"explores the dark and tumultuous lives of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich. Electrifying and harrowing, "Cabaret" follows an American writer in Berlin, his love affair with an English singer, Sally Bowles, and his journey of self discovery and awakening in a dangerous time.

"Cabaret" celebrated its 50th Anniversary last year with a third Broadway revival and subsequent national tour, and has won Tony Awards for Best, Musical, Best Revival, Best Score. The 1971 film adaptation starring Liza Minnelli and Joel Grey won a record 8 Academy Awards and was nominated for Best Picture.

Subscriptions are on sale now and start as low as $150 (for 6 plays), and offer the best seats and biggest savings (up to 51% off). Packages are available that work for any budget or any schedule. New and renewing subscribers must call before May 30in order to secure their seats. Priced at $55/$45 and $35/$25 for previews, single tickets for the new season will go on sale during the month of July.

Subscriptions are available through Florida Rep's box office at 239-332-4488, and information is available at www.floridarep.org. Box office hours are Monday-Saturday 10AM - 5PM.

FLORIDA REP'S 2017-2018 SEASON

OUTSIDE MULLINGAR
by John Patrick Shanley
SEP 22-NOV 15, 2017 • Previews: SEP 19-21
In the ArtStage Studio Theatre
A delightful and heart-warming romantic Broadway comedy! From the Pulitzer Prize, Academy Award, and Tony Award-winning author of "Doubt" and "Moonstruck". Starring Ensemble Members, Rachel Burttram and Brendan Powers. "Mr. Shanley's finest work since 'Doubt'!" -The New York Times

SYLVIA
by A.R. Gurney • OCT 27-NOV 15, 2017 • Previews: OCT 24-26
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
Back by popular demand! Celebrate Florida Rep's 20th anniversary with a revival of the theatre's biggest hit! A howlingly funny comedy from the author of "The Cocktail Hour"! Once again starring Ensemble Member, Michelle Damato as Sylvia!

DISGRACED
by Ayad Akhtar • NOV 10-DEC 10, 2017 • Previews: NOV 7-9
In the ArtStage Studio Theatre
A Gripping Pulitzer Prize-winning Broadway drama! One of the most produced plays of 2016. An engaging and provocative story that explores religion, race, and betrayal.

THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO
by Alfred Uhry • DEC 1-17, 2017 • Previews: NOV 28-30
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
A Tony Award-winning BEST PLAY from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of "Driving Miss Daisy". Starring Ensemble Member, Carrie Lund! "An achingly beautiful play! Luminous and powerful!" -Los Angeles Times

NIGHT AND DAY: A Cole Porter REVUE
Music and Lyrics of Cole Porter • Conceived and directed by Robert Cacioppo
DEC 22, 2017-FEB 25, 2018 • Previews: DEC 19-21
In the ArtStage Studio Theatre
Anything Goes in this glamorous and thrilling journey into the music of one of America's most beloved songwriters! From the creator of "Fascinatin' Gershwin" and "Too Marvelous for Words: A Salute to Johnny Mercer"!

HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES
by Alan Ayckbourn • JAN 12-31, 2018 • Previews: JAN 9-11
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
One secret affair, two disastrous dinner parties, and three couples heading for matrimonial mayhem! Marital discord has never been funnier in this masterfully crafted farce from the Tony Award and Olivier-winning author of previous Florida Rep hits, "Bedroom Farce" and "Relatively Speaking"! Starring your favorite Florida Rep Ensemble Members!

THE MIRACLE WORKER
by William Gibson • FEB 16-MAR 7, 2018 • Previews: FEB 13-15
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
A timeless American classic and Tony Award-winning BEST PLAY! Witness the captivating and uplifting true story of how 21-year-old Annie Sullivan rescued a young Helen Keller from a dark and tortured silence!

CABARET
Book by Joe Masteroff
Music by John Kander • Lyrics by Fred Ebb
MAR 23-APR 11, 2018 • Previews: Mar. 20-22
In the Historic Arcade Theatre
12-Time Tony-Winning BEST MUSICAL! Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including "Cabaret," "Willkommen" and "Maybe This Time."

A WORLD PREMIERE: To Be Announced this Summer
APR 16 - MAY 6 • Previews: Apr. 13-15
In the ArtStage Studio Theatre
Be the first audiences in America to see an amazing NEW PLAY! Florida Rep promises a new play that will thrill and delight to close the 2017 Season! Join us for the 2017 PlayLab Festival (Apr. 27-30) to see six new play readings in consideration.

Florida Repertory Theatre performs in the Historic Arcade Theatre and the ArtStage Studio Theatre on Bay St. between Jackson & Hendry with limited free parking in the Fort Myers River District. Visit Florida Rep online at FloridaRep.org, and by following the company on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Youtube.

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