About the Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is Sarasota’s contemporary theatre. Founded in 1973, FST has grown to a village of five theatres located in the heart of Downtown, Sarasota. Each theatre is small in size and large in impact — providing intimate and engaging settings for high-quality, professional performances. Today, FST has established itself as a major force in American Theatre. FST is the largest subscription theatre in the state of Florida and among the largest in the country,* serving more than 230,000 live attendees each year across its diverse programs: Mainstage, Cabaret, Stage III, Children’s Theatre, FST School, New Play Development, and FST Improv.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 08, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...
Review: THREE PIANOS at Florida Studio Theatre
by Shanti M. Kennedy - November 22, 2025
Imagine yourself grabbing a chair, ordering a few drinks, and preparing for an evening filled with catchy tunes that will elevate your spirits and have you harmonizing along with the crowd. Get ready for a fun night with old and new friends!...
A TAILOR NEAR ME to be Presented at Florida Studio Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 19, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre is inviting audiences to share in a story of humor and humanity with the southeastern premiere of A Tailor Near Me, a tender tale of self-discovery and fresh starts....
Review: LUCKY STIFF at Florida Studio Theatre
by Shanti M. Kennedy - November 12, 2025
What did our critic think of LUCKY STIFF at Florida Studio Theatre?...
B Street Theatre Launches National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of DOG MOM
by A.A. Cristi - November 05, 2025
B Street Theatre continues its 2025–26 Mainstage season with the National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of DOG MOM, a new comedy-drama written by and starring Tate Hanyok. The production runs November 5–30 at the theatre’s Midtown Sacramento venue....
Florida Studio Theatre to Celebrate the Holidays With DECK THE HALLS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 05, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre will celebrate the holiday season with Deck the Halls, an interactive production celebrating the spirit of the season, created by Sarah Durham and Caroline Saldivar with musical arrangements by Jim Prosser....
Gablestage Theatre Company To Present Regional Premiere Of Delia Ephron’s LEFT ON TENTH
by A.A. Cristi - November 03, 2025
GableStage Theatre Company will present the regional premiere of Left on Tenth by Delia Ephron, running November 21–December 21, 2025, at the newly named Wolfson Family Theatre in the historic Biltmore Hotel....
FST Breaks Ground For The McGillicuddy Arts Plaza
by Stephi Wild - October 21, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) will break ground on the McGillicuddy Arts Plaza on Wednesday, October 29, marking the beginning of the most ambitious expansion in the theatre's history....
Review: FEELING GOOD at Florida Studio Theatre
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 13, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre's Winter Cabaret Season opens with 'Feeling Good', giving us a sneak peek into what the upcoming season holds. Dressed to the nines in black-tie attire, adorned with rhinestones, this show is a nod to the classic American Songbook. 'Feeling Good' effortlessly combines a fantas...
Past Shows
The Wonder Years: The Music of the Baby Boomers
2/6 - 6/9/2019
Take a musical ride through the Boomer Years! From the early days of Howdy Doody through the rebelliousness of The Beatles singing “She Loves You” ...
Wednesday's Child
4/3 - 5/24/2019
WORLD PREMIERE. Susan and Martin Merritt are unable to have a child on their own, so they hire Becca Connor to serve as a surrogate. ...
A 'Beary' Big Adventure
3/30 - 4/20/2019
Wise, heartfelt, and often hilarious, this anthology of award-winning short plays highlights the most creative and imaginative writing from Elementary school students. Performed by a ...
Guitar Girls
11/28 - 3/31/2019
A celebration of female singer-songwriters. Icons like June Carter-Cash, Joni Mitchell, Janis Joplin, Dolly Parton, and Carly Simon have proven that a girl with a ...
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
1/23 - 3/17/2019
WINNER OF FIVE TONY AWARDS AND 7 OLIVIER AWARDS INCLUDING BEST PLAY. Christopher Boone is exceptionally intelligent, but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He sets ...
Snow White
1/12 - 2/16/2019
Join FST for a fresh look at the timeless classic that features a beautiful princess, her evil queen, a huntsman, one magic mirror, and the ...
Unchained Melodies
10/3 - 2/3/2019
Under the streetlamps of East Coast cities, doo-wop emerged, bringing tight harmony to the soundtrack of the 1950s. Beginning with doo-wop groups like The Drifters ...
A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder
11/7 - 1/6/2019
A distant heir to a family fortune sets out to speed up the line of succession by using a great deal of charm…and a dash ...
Deck the Halls: Home for the Holidays
11/24 - 12/29/2018
A brand new rendition of everything that makes the holidays in Sarasota special. With all new songs and sketches, audiences should get ready to celebrate ...
Peter Pan
10/13 - 11/3/2018
Join Peter on his adventure to Neverland, a magical island where there are no parents, no chores, and fairies and pirates rule! Introduce your children ...
Gilbert & Sullivan Unplugged
8/21 - 9/23/2018
Pour the pirate sherry, braid the raven hair, polish up the handle of the big brass door, and celebrate Gilbert & Sullivan’s most beloved songs! ...
FST Improv Presents: Comedy Lottery
7/28 - 9/22/2018
Join the cast of FST Improv for a show that you help make-up on the spot…literally! Before every show, 12 lucky audience members will be ...
The Music of the Night
7/17 - 8/19/2018
The Swingaroos return to the cabaret with an all-new show—"The Music of the Night." Offering their swingin'est versions of songs embraced by the worlds of ...
Always...Patsy Cline
5/30 - 7/1/2018
A tuneful and memorable tribute, Patsy Cline's rise to legendary stardom is told through the eyes of her biggest fan, Louise Seger. From her performances ...
Videos
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Lea Salonga
Adrienne Arsht Center (12/11 - 12/11) | |
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JEFF HARNAR SINGS THE 1959 BROADWAY SONGBOOK
Delray Beach Playhouse (12/15 - 12/17) | |
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The Def Leppard Experience & Absolute Bon Jovi
Richey Suncoast Theatre (1/10 - 1/10) | |
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Dear Evan Hansen
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre (2/11 - 3/8) | |
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Palm Beach Symphony Masterworks Series Concert Featuring Guest Cellist Alisa Weilerstein
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (1/13 - 1/13) | |
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Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®
The Parker (2/7 - 2/8) | |
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Dial M for Murder
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre (5/13 - 6/7) | |
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Grease: School Edition
Theatre South Playhouse (12/11 - 12/14) | |
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The Humans by Stephen Karam
West Coast Players (12/5 - 12/14) | |
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