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Photos: First Look at THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Gulfshore Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026

Gulfshore Playhouse has released first look production photos of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, Oscar Wilde’s comedy set in Victorian England. The production is currently running on the Moran Mainstage in Naples through April 4.

Gulfshore Playhouse Stages Oscar Wilde's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Gulfshore Playhouse will present Oscar Wilde's classic comedy, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, showcasing a tale of mistaken identities and social satire.

Review: ALONE TOGETHER at New Theatre Restaurant
by Alan Portner - Sep 22, 2025

What Audiences at New Theatre’s new production of “Alone Together” experience an immediate, hilarious sense of “Been There… Done That…” and identify mostly with George and Helene, the lead characters.

Ensemble Shakespeare Company Brings A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to The Flea
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 27, 2025

Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City's innovative ensemble for classical theater, is presenting A Midsummer Night's Dream, Shakespeare's classic comedy told with the company's unique and intimate style of storytelling.

JULIUS CEASAR Comes to Ensemble Shakespeare Company
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025

Ensemble Shakespeare Company (ESC), New York City's innovative theatre ensemble for classical theater, presents Julius Caesar, the cautionary tragedy uniquely explored as part of ESC's Works in Progress initiative.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; Jordon Ross Weinhold & Shannon Connolly Lead Acting Categories!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: Meet the Cast of WELCOME TO THE BIG DIPPER at the York Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Dec 22, 2024

As performances wind up this month for The York Theatre Company’s production of WELCOME TO THE BIG DIPPER, cast member Michael Yeshion has created a series of unique portaits of the company.  Check out the photos here!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Ft. Myers/Naples Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: Inside Opening Night of WELCOME TO THE BIG DIPPER
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

The York Theatre Company is presenting the World Premiere of Welcome to the Big Dipper, a new musical comedy based on a true event (inspired by the play All Dressed Up and Nowhere to Go, by Catherine Filloux). Check out photos from opening night below!

First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Ft. Myers/Naples Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: Meet the Cast of WELCOME TO THE BIG DIPPER World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2024

The York Theatre Company will present the World Premiere of Welcome to the Big Dipper, a new musical comedy based on a true event (inspired by the play All Dressed Up and Nowhere to Go, by Catherine Filloux). Meet the cast of the show in new photos!

Robert Cuccioli & More to Star in WELCOME TO THE BIG DIPPER at The York Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2024

The York Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Welcome to the Big Dipper, a new musical comedy based on a true event. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: OLEANNA at Florida Rep
by Fran Thomas - Apr 28, 2024

What did our critic think of OLEANNA at Florida Rep?

Florida Rep Ends The Season With OLEANNA By David Mamet
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2024

Florida Repertory Theatre's 2023-2024 season will close in the ArtStage Studio Theatre with David Mamet's riveting drama, “Oleanna,” playing April 19 through May 19, 2024.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME, HOLLYWOOD ARMS, The Naples Players & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; ROCK OF AGES, HOLLYWOOD ARMS, The Naples Players & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards December 5th Standings; ROCK OF AGES Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

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