Asolo Repertory Theatre News

Flint Institute of Music announced a new leadership appointment at Flint Repertory Theatre, with an award-winning theatre artist and producer taking on the role.

Florida is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for February 2026 include The Mirror Crack'd and more!

Asolo Repertory Theatre, Florida's premier professional theatre, has announced the cast and creative team for The Unfriend with performances February 18–March 22, 2026. Learn more here!

The Hermitage Artist Retreat, in collaboration with the Philadelphia-based Greenfield Foundation, has announced visual artist Charisse Pearlina Weston as the winner of the 2026 Hermitage Greenfield Prize (HGP).

Andrew Sellon will star as Richard III in The Curtain’s new adaptation of Shakespeare’s play at Nimbus Arts Center in Jersey City. Directed by Sean Hagerty, the limited engagement will run from March 5 through March 29, 2026.

The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced new February 2026 programs featuring award-winning artists across theater, music, comedy, and literature. Events will take place at Benderson Park, Manasota Key, and Selby Gardens’ Historic Spanish Point.

Florida is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for January 2026 include Joshua Henry in concert and more.

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for The Mirror Crack'd with performances January 21–March 14, 2026. Learn more about the show here!

The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced new January programs featuring playwrights, performers, and musicians across Sarasota County. Newly added events include appearances by Eden Espinosa, Roger Q. Mason, Deepa Purohit, Adam O’Farrill, and Britton Smith.

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for PRIMARY TRUST, with performances January 7–February 11, 2026 (previews Jan. 7–8; opening night Jan. 9).

San Francisco Playhouse will present M. Butterfly by David Henry Hwang.  Inspired by the trial of Bernard Boursicot, this drama reimagines Puccini’s opera Madama Butterfly through the story of a French diplomat’s affair with a Chinese opera singer.

Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced that Emma Flynn will assume the role of Sarah Brown in GUYS AND DOLLS. Flynn joins the cast following Julie Benko’s final performance on December 28.

Asolo Repertory Theatre will present a Pay What You Will performance of COME FROM AWAY, an initiative designed to increase accessibility while supporting the Sarasota Fire Fighters Benevolent Fund.

Orlando Picks for December 2025 IncludeFlorida is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our Holiday Season 2025 top picks!

The Western Front. Christmas. A German soldier sets down his rifle and steps into No Man’s Land, singing “Silent Night”. Thus begins an extraordinary night of fellowship, music, and peace, told in the words and the songs of the men who lived it. Peter Rothstein’s salute to unsung heroes of The Great War returns to the Historic Asolo Theater after a sell-out run last season.

Asolo Repertory Theatre, Florida’s premier professional theatre, has announced the cast for ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914. Learn more about the show here!

Asolo's 67th Season Opener, 'Come From Away,' creates a warm and inviting atmosphere for all who attend. As you step into the venue, you are greeted by the lively musical sounds of Newfoundland, played by the cheerful musicians of the show.

A Christmas Carol officially opened recently at the John W. Engeman Theater, featuring music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Check out photos from opening night here!

Asolo Repertory Theatre has named Juliana Han Witt its new Director of Development, beginning November 14. Han Witt brings more than two decades of fundraising experience across major U.S. arts institutions.

An industry reading of Me Prometheus, an original musical comedy by Simon Riker and Emerson Sieverts with contributing writer Addison Janney, will be presented this month.