Upcoming Shows
The Laboratory Theater presents William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, directed by Alex Dagg and Nykkie Rizley. Known for pushing boundaries and championing daring, cutting-edge theater, The Laboratory...
by Elizabeth James - April 22, 2026
What did our critic think of TITANIC: THE MUSICAL at Arts Bonita?...
by Fran Thomas - April 15, 2026
The set designed by Steven McLean for I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti at Players Circle Theater is that good. Exposed brick walls, stainless steel appliances, artsy posters. And, as the lady sitting next to me observed, a clean up crew that comes in at intermission....
by Fran Thomas - April 11, 2026
What did our critic think of ALL SHOOK UP at Broadway Palm?...
by Fran Thomas - March 20, 2026
What did our critic think of SH-BOOM! LIFE COULD BE A DREAM at Music & Arts Community Center?...
by Elizabeth James - March 11, 2026
Jukebox musicals often rely heavily on nostalgia, weaving familiar songs together with a simple narrative. BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY largely follows that formula, but TheatreZone’s current production succeeds thanks to its energetic performances - especially its outstanding lead....
by Elizabeth James - March 10, 2026
What did our critic think of CATS at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre?...
by Fran Thomas - February 28, 2026
What did our critic think of THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at Music & Arts Community Center?...
by Fran Thomas - February 20, 2026
What did our critic think of CATS at Broadway Palm?...
by Elizabeth James - February 09, 2026
What did our critic think of GUTENBERG: THE MUSICAL at TheatreZone?...
by Fran Thomas - January 30, 2026
What did our critic think of MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Music & Arts Community Center?...
Past Shows
The seventh installment of August Wilson’s monumental American Century Cycle, Two Trains Running is a masterwork from one of America’s greatest playwrights. Set in 1969,...
Take a delightful stroll down Broadway's memory lane with Dave Rode. Dave will sing some of Broadway's greatest hits and share stories about how they...
Things are heating up in 2026!Starting the fun, we present Private Parts Open to the Public!This is a provocative, hilarious, and deeply moving weekend of theater...
Haunted tales at a haunted theatre...it must be October.Remember that song linked to an odd death on the campus of the University of Florida? How...
Take a nostalgic journey through the golden age of songwriting with pianist and vocalist Dave Rode.From the poetic soul of Carole King to the raw...
Join us for a fun evening and learn about the Lab's new membership program - and what we mean by "Membership has its privileges."Featuring:Live EntertainmentSpecial...
The perennial favorite bucket list event, The 24-Hour Playwriting Project, is back for Season 17! The theme for this season is once again a well-guarded...
A high-energy tribute to two of the greatest performers of our generation: Billy Joel and Elton John. This show combines all your favorite hits from...
The Laboratory Theater of Florida will present the southwest Florida premiere of Gutenberg! The Musical! by Scott Brown and Anthony King. In this side-splitting musical extravaganza,...
This comedy features Clyde, who rules over her sandwich shop with an iron fist. Her formerly incarcerated staff hopes for a second chance at life...
The Odyssey of Tyrell James by LaDarrion Williams has won The 2024 Laboratory Theater of Florida’s Louise Wigglesworth Excellence in Playwriting Award. Two additional plays...
The cult classic Ride the Cyclone makes its SWFL premiere, opening on February 23rd at The Laboratory Theater of Florida. Ride the Cyclone book, lyrics,...
Yippee Ki-Yay Merry Christmas! A Die Hard Musical Parody, book and lyrics by Michael Shepherd Jordan and Alex Garday, music and lyrics by Stephanie McCullough,...
The Lab’s 24-Hour Playwriting Project is back on stage for one night only - December 2nd at 7:30 pm. A southwest Florida Bucket List event, this...
The Laboratory Theater of Florida will host its annual fundraiser on November 18, 2023, from 3:30 PM - 8:00 PM. This year is special as...
The Laboratory Theater of Florida is thrilled to open its 15th season with Michael Frayn’s hilarious physical comedy Noises Off. Actor love triangles, an ineffective director,...
In 1917, "Baby Jane" is a child vaudevillian star and her sister, Blanche, isn't anything. Within a few years, Blanche outshines her sister to become...
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