Jessica Hoehn

If a bear does cocaine in the woods, does anyone hear him? Inspired by a movie which was inspired by a true story, Cocaine Bear: The Opera is a story about what happens when a bear ingests cocaine, and everyone sings about it. The notes are high and so is the bear.

There is something extremely refreshing when a theatre company gives its patrons the opportunity to experience a rare gem. Now, there’s nothing wrong with producing a show that is popular with the masses, but out of the thousands of musicals out there waiting to be performed, giving a rarely produced and underappreciated property the chance to breathe on the stage is, to me, the ultimate gift to theatre fans. That is why I was thrilled to have the chance to experience A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC – the season opener for Orlando’s Central Florida Vocal Arts (CFVA) at the Dr. Phillips Center. And I am here to tell you, CFVA’s production is absolutely magnificent – and one that you simply do not want to miss.

Kangagirl Productions presents Middletown, a contemporary play by one of America's most celebrated writers, Will Eno, featuring a cast and designers of Orlando's finest talent directed by David Lee, recipient of The Orlando Fringe Lifetime Achievement Award and The Critic's Choice Award for Best Director.

Florida Theatrical Association has announced the full cast for their production of Assassins by Steven Sondheim and John Weidman. Assassins will play April 22 through May 1 at the Cheyenne Saloon in downtown Orlando. 

Due to popular demand, Florida Theatrical Association has added an additional performance of CHESS in Concert at The MEZZ in downtown Orlando. The added performance on Tuesday, August 24 at 7pm extends the show's run to August 22 – 24.

Florida Theatrical Association presents CHESS in Concert at The Abbey in downtown Orlando for two performances on August 22 and 23.

Three long-time friends and theatrical collaborators, Director/Tony Award ®-winning Producer - Kenny Howard, Composer/Musician - Rich Charron, and Playwright/Lyricist/Producer - Michael Wanzie in conjunction with Watermark Publishing Group will present an online YouTube Cabaret to benefit the newly created CENTRAL FLORIDA PERFORMING ARTIST RELIEF FUND.

Orlando Fringe announced today the hiring of new members of the Fringe team. As Orlando Fringe continues to grow, more and more people are needed to be able to mount the annual event. Some of the new members of the Fringe team are filling vacant positions while other roles are new to the organization. 'It's so exciting to bring these immensely talented people into the Fringe family,' said Orlando Fringe Executive Director Alauna Friskics.

Tim Evanicki Productions will present Paul Rudnick's 'The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told' at the Parliament House Footlight Theatre, directed by Tommy Wooten. This production was originally performed on the Footlight Stage in 2001, and was the very first published play performed on the stage. Tommy Wooten, Beth Marshall, and Doug Ba'aser, who are all part of the 2017 production, were in the original 2001 version.

Tim Evanicki Productions will present Paul Rudnick's 'The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told' at the Parliament House Footlight Theatre, directed by Tommy Wooten. This production was originally performed on the Footlight Stage in 2001, and was the very first published play performed on the stage. Tommy Wooten, Beth Marshall, and Doug Ba'aser, who are all part of the 2017 production, were in the original 2001 version.

Out of the Apple Orchard, a new play based on the award-winning book of the same name, makes its Orlando premiere at the Orlando Repertory Theatre this holiday season, playing December 19 through 22. Inspired by Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, Out of the Apple Orchard is a beautiful story of forgiveness, hunger, healing, and new beginnings that's the perfect holiday offering for the whole family.

TheatreWorks Florida will present the Central FL regional premiere of Rock Of Ages, opening at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater) Sept 28 - Oct 9, 2016 for 15 sizzling performances. TheatreWorks Florida is proud to announce the outstanding cast, band, designers and staff of Rock Of Ages...

TheatreWorks Florida will present the Central FL regional premiere of Rock Of Ages, opening at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater) Sept 28 - Oct 9, 2016 for 15 sizzling performances. TheatreWorks Florida is proud to announce the outstanding cast, band, designers and staff of Rock Of Ages...

While there was a lot of work to be quickly done, many of the performers still found time to snap photos for their social media pages.

The Abbey announces new performers joining the Monday Night Cabaret Series Spring lineup. These new acts join previously announced Anthony Johnson, who comes direct from New York to present his cabaret, Unadulterated, on January 25 at 8 p.m. 

The Garden Theatre is proud to present TheatreWorks Florida's production of Hands on a Hardbody showing January 29 - February 21, 2016. Hands on a Hardbody is sponsored by Joe Worsham and Becky Worsham Farrant at Pacific Global Investment Management Company, Insight Credit Union and Toole's Ace Hardware.

Gen Y Productions announces the Florida Premiere of HEATHERS: The Musical, playing at the Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts August 13 - 23.

Artful Events announces programming for the AUTUMN AT THE ABBEY series, featuring a wide variety of local and nationally renowned talent that will be taking the stage at The Abbey this fall. The lineup includes a weekly cabaret series, comedy offerings, happy hours and more.

The Abbey's brand new Monday Night Cabaret Series kicks off on September 8 at 8 p.m. with Rebecca Fisher's Sin. Play. Live. Joining Fisher - some of Orlando's biggest local stars will be taking the stage each week for spirited storytelling and live entertainment, including Andrea Canny, John Ryan and Eddie Cooper, Kevin Kelly and Jessica Hoehn.

Artful Events announces programming for the AUTUMN AT THE ABBEY series, featuring a wide variety of local and nationally renowned talent that will be taking the stage at The Abbey this fall. The lineup includes a weekly cabaret series, comedy offerings, happy hours and more.