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Florida Rep's 2020 PlayLab Kicks Off November 5 With All-Virtual Festival

Florida Repertory Theatre's 2020 PlayLab Festival of New Works kicks off Nov. 5th at 7 PM with the virtual reading of 'Spay' by Madison Fiedler, and continues with LIVE virtual readings on Nov. 12, 19, Dec. 3, and 10. The Festival also includes a Playwrights' Panel on Dec. 11 at 3:30 PM, where the festival playwrights talk about their craft and take questions from the audience.

BWW Review: CLUE: STAY-AT-HOME VERSION by Florida Repertory Theatre

Although gathering at Florida Repertory Theatre to see a play in person is still some time away, they have found a new, creative way to bring theatre to their audiences: a virtual performance of CLUE, recorded via Zoom. 

Florida Rep's CLUE: The Stay-at-Home Version Is On Sale Now

Florida Repertory Theatre presents a virtual reading production of 'Clue' to benefit the theatre while COVID-related restrictions prevent indoor in-person gatherings.

Florida Rep Announces Fall 2020 Virtual Season

Florida Rep has announced a whole slate of digital offerings as its Fall 2020 Virtual Season. The fall season includes the Stage@Home Virtual Talkback Series (through Oct. 30), the 2020 Virtual PlayLab Festival (Nov. 5-Dec. 11), and a streaming production of 'Clue' starring the theatre's ensemble of professional actors (Oct. 29-Nov. 1).

BWW Review: BAREFOOT IN THE PARK at Florida Repertory Theatre is Charmingly Comical!

Florida Repertory Theatre's production of BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, directed by Florida Rep's Artistic Director, Greg Longenhagen, is a fun rom-com that tells the story of a newlywed couple moving into a new apartment and all the ups and downs of their first couple weeks of marriage.

BWW Review: AN INSPECTOR CALLS at Florida Repertory Theatre is Meaningful and Mysterious!

Florida Repertory Theatre's production of AN INSPECTOR CALLS, directed by Michael Marotta, brings a mysterious and chilling twist to a story about morality and the lessons one must learn about kindness.

AN INSPECTOR CALLS Comes to the Historic Arcade Theatre

Florida Repertory Theatre has announced the opening of 'An Inspector Calls' by J.B. Priestley to continue it's 2019-2020 Season. Playing in the Historic Arcade Theatre Dec. 6-22, the run includes four nearly sold-out previews Dec. 3-5.

Florida Rep Announces Casts And Directors For 2019 PlayLab Festival

Florida Repertory Theatre's 2019 PlayLab Festival of New Plays and Emerging Voices kicks off May 9 with readings of five new plays and one musical, a command performance of the world-premiere play for young audiences, 'Refugee,' and a Keynote Address from literary agent, Susan Gurman.

BWW Review: NATIVE GARDENS at Florida Rep is Hilarious and Heartfelt!

Florida Repertory Theatre's production of NATIVE GARDENS closes out their 2018/19 season with a comedy that is not only very hilarious, but also quite heartfelt.

Hilarious New Comedy Opens in Florida Rep's ArtStage Studio Theatre

Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce the opening of 'Native Gardens' by Karen Zacarias playing to an already-extended run April 5 to May 19 in the ArtStage Studio Theatre. The run includes four discounted previews April 2 - 4 that are nearly sold out.  

Florida Repertory Theatre Presents DAMASCUS

Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce that tickets are selling fast for 'Damascus' by Bennett Fisher, playing through December 9th in the ArtStage Studio Theatre. The Southeastern United States premiere of the immersive thriller was read in Florida Rep's 2017 PlayLab Festival, and the full production opened earlier this month to sold-out houses. Tickets are priced at $55 and available through the box office at 239-332-4488 and online at www.floridarep.org.

BWW Review: DAMASCUS at Florida Rep is Provocative and Powerful

DAMASCUS at Florida Repertory Theatre, directed by V Craig Heidenreich, brings a fresh and exciting piece of theatre to Fort Myers. This psychological thriller, chosen at Florida Rep's 2017 PlayLab festival, gives audiences a new perspective on how they view other people.

New Psychological Thriller DAMASCUS Opens At Florida Rep

Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce the southeastern United States premiere of "Damascus," a psychological thriller chosen from the theatre's popular PlayLab festival of new works in 2017. Playing November 9 to December 9 in the ArtStage Studio Theatre, the run includes four nearly sold out preview performances November 6-8 and features a talkback with the cast and playwright following the matinee performance on November 17.

New Psychological Thriller DAMASCUS Opens At Florida Rep

Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce the southeastern United States premiere of "Damascus," a psychological thriller chosen from the theatre's popular PlayLab festival of new works in 2017. Playing November 9 to December 9 in the ArtStage Studio Theatre, the run includes four nearly sold out preview performances November 6-8 and features a talkback with the cast and playwright following the matinee performance on November 17.

Casting & Creative Teams Announced For Five Florida Rep Productions

Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce directors for its 2018-2019 Season and complete casting for five of its upcoming productions. The theatre's 21st season is set to open to previews Sept. 18 with the moving, one-woman comedy, Becoming Dr. Ruth, which kicks off a nine-show season in the theatre's two venues.

BWW Review: THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO at Florida Rep is Cheerful and Charming!

Florida Repertory Theatre's production of THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO was an absolutely charming show. There were many funny, lighthearted moments throughout the show, but there was also a good amount of tension between characters, due to differences in their faith. It was a unique and very beautifully done romantic comedy.

Florida Repertory Theatre Continues 20th Season with THE LAST NIGHT OF BALLYHOO this December

Florida Repertory Theatre's 20th anniversary season continues with Alfred Uhry's hit comedy, The Last Night of Ballyhoo, winner of the 1997 Tony Award for Best Play. Florida Rep first produced the romantic comedy in the fall of 1999 as part of its second season.

Pulitzer Prize Winning DISGRACED Opens Next Month At Florida Rep

Florida Repertory Theatre's 20th anniversary season continues with Ayad Akhtar's critically acclaimed work, Disgraced. Winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, 'Disgraced' is one of the most-produced plays in America right now, and deals with issues ripped from the headlines.

Florida Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce that the timeless American classic, 'To Kill a Mockingbird' will play in the Historic Arcade Theatre February 14 - March 8.

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's 52nd Season opens with The Tempest, Shakespeare's final great work. Performances continue through June 22nd at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Ave. (at Lancaster Road) in Madison. Individual tickets are now on sale and can be purchased by calling the Box Office at 973-408-5600 or by visiting www.ShakespeareNJ.org. Performances are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays at 7:30 p.m.; Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Individual tickets range from $15 to $75.