THE DAY THE CIRCUS CAME TO TOWN at Asolo Repertory Theatre
Dates: 3/21/2027 - 4/24/2027
📍 Theatre: Asolo Repertory Theatre
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The Day the Circus Came to Town is a world premiere musical celebrating the centennial of John Ringling moving his circus to Sarasota. Created by Peter Rothstein, Carla Noack, and David Darrow, the show draws inspiration from real-life stories of circus legends who captured the nation’s imagination. With music and lyrics by David Darrow, it features a cast of actors, acrobats, and aerialists, along with a singing Ringmaster, offering a nostalgic look at the circus community's vibrant history. Directed by Peter Rothstein, this production not only highlights the spirit of Sarasota but also provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse into life under the big top.
News About THE DAY THE CIRCUS CAME TO TOWN at Asolo Repertory Theatre
THE DAY THE CIRCUS CAME TO TOWN and More Set For Asolo Repertory Theatre's 2026/27 Season
March 09, 2026 Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced its 2026/2027 Season — a celebration of 1927, the year John Ringling moved the 'Greatest Show on Earth' to Sarasota. Learn more about the lineup here!About the Theatre
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What shows are coming up next at Asolo Repertory Theatre?
SHAKESPEARE 45: ROM-COM (09/01/26-12/31/26)
BEANSTALK: THE ADVENTURES OF JACK AND THE GIANT (09/01/26-12/31/26)
SHAKESPEARE45: ROM-COM (09/01/26-12/31/26)
SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN (11/18/26-01/02/27)
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY (12/02/26-01/03/27)
MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM (01/13/27-02/04/27)
August Wilson’s MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM (01/13/27-02/04/27)
THE ROYAL FAMILY (02/10/27-03/04/27)
PROVENANCE (02/24/27-03/21/27)
BOOTLEG: AMERICA SINGS 1927 (04/21/27-05/16/27)
BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY (05/05/27-05/30/27)
Ken Ludwig’s BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY (05/05/27-05/30/27)
BEANSTALK: THE ADVENTURES OF JACK AND THE GIANT (09/01/26-12/31/26)
SHAKESPEARE45: ROM-COM (09/01/26-12/31/26)
SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN (11/18/26-01/02/27)
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY (12/02/26-01/03/27)
MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM (01/13/27-02/04/27)
August Wilson’s MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM (01/13/27-02/04/27)
THE ROYAL FAMILY (02/10/27-03/04/27)
PROVENANCE (02/24/27-03/21/27)
BOOTLEG: AMERICA SINGS 1927 (04/21/27-05/16/27)
BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY (05/05/27-05/30/27)
Ken Ludwig’s BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY (05/05/27-05/30/27)
What shows have played recently at Asolo Repertory Theatre?
THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION (07/08/26-08/02/26)
Lady Disdain (06/06/26-06/27/26)
Marie and Rosetta (05/06/26-05/31/26)
Fiddler on the Roof (04/11/26-05/24/26)
The Unfriend (02/18/26-03/22/26)
Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d (01/21/26-03/14/26)
Lady Disdain (06/06/26-06/27/26)
Marie and Rosetta (05/06/26-05/31/26)
Fiddler on the Roof (04/11/26-05/24/26)
The Unfriend (02/18/26-03/22/26)
Agatha Christie’s The Mirror Crack’d (01/21/26-03/14/26)
What is the history of Asolo Repertory Theatre ?
Asolo Repertory Theatre, Florida’s premier professional theatre, is one of the most important cultural forces in the Southeastern United States. A center for theatrical excellence, Asolo Rep stages up to fifteen productions every season, spanning a diverse repertoire of newly commissioned plays, bold reinterpretations of contemporary and classical works, and provocative new musical theatre experiences.
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Liverpool Live: A Tribute to the Beatles Manatee Performing Arts Center (4/27-4/27) |
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The Vampire Circus Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/25-10/25) |
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Old Time Sailors Manatee Performing Arts Center (11/17-11/17) |
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Dear Evan Hansen Manatee Performing Arts Center (10/22-11/01) |
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Alice By Heart Manatee Performing Arts Center (3/04-3/14) |
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Golden Girls The Laughs Continue Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/31-10/31) |
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ShaToby: Tributes to Shania Twain and Toby Keith Manatee Performing Arts Center (3/09-3/09) |
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Guys and Dolls Manatee Performing Arts Center (4/22-5/02) |
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Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/17-10/17) |
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Ghostbusters in Concert Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/29-10/29) |