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DINGBAT THEATRE PROJECT

7288 S Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34231



Review: LIES, SPELLS & OLD WIVES TALES at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe


by Shanti - April 24, 2026

In a jubilant tribute to the influential women in our lives - our Mothers, Grandmothers, and Aunties - WBTT proudly introduces a fresh production by its very own founder and creative visionary, Nate Jacobs. Alongside his brother Michael, Nate has crafted an engaging and lively play comprising vignet...

Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Asolo Repertory Theatre


by Shanti - April 21, 2026

This show is an absolute must-see, an experience that will leave you awestruck and surely remain a cherished memory for years to come. Don't miss out on the magic of 'FIDDLER ON THE ROOF' - it's a theatrical gem! Tickets are still available for Matinee and Evening shows at https://asolorep.org/....

Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Van Wezel


by Shanti - April 15, 2026

From the very first moment the lights went down, this production of Meredith Willson's beloved classic made it clear it was going to be something special. The opening scene set the tone immediately — the ensemble cast moved in perfect synchrony, their bodies swaying and jolting in unison to conjur...

Review: NEIL BERG'S 100 YEARS OF HOLLYWOOD at Van Wezel


by Shanti - April 13, 2026

Neil Berg, is a man of many hats in the entertainment world! From dazzling Hollywood to the grand stages of Broadway, he effortlessly dons the role of musician, composer, lyricist, and producer....

Review: BIRTHDAY CANDLES at Florida Studio Theatre


by Shanti - April 06, 2026

FST’s Main stage theater production of BIRTHDAY CANDLES by Noah Haidle is like a rollercoaster ride through a century of life in just 90 minutes! Follow Ernestine Ashworth from age 17 to 107 as she bakes her way through love, loss, and the pursuit of purpose. This play is a delicious blend of magi...

Review: THE APIARY at Urbanite Theatre


by Shanti - March 30, 2026

“THE APIARY” stands out as a must-see. This captivating production delves into a myriad of subjects, offering something special for every soul to connect with. It's not just about empathizing with our fellow humans; it's about forging a heart-to-heart connection with nature itself....

Review: THE CRUCIBLE at Sarasota Players


by Jacob Ruscoe - March 30, 2026

Arthur Miller’s The Crucible is already one of the most emotionally charged dramas in the American theatre canon, but the current production at The Sarasota Players elevates the experience into something deeply immersive, intimate, and unforgettable....

Review: A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at Florida Studio Theatre


by Shanti - March 23, 2026

Step right up and behold the musical sensation that has been causing a stir at Florida Studio Theater, the smash hit production, 'A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN'.  Since its debut back in 2011, this show has been taking audiences on a wild ride of rock 'n' roll glory, earning accolades in every corner o...

Review: OKLAHOMA at Dingbat Theatre Project


by Jacob Ruscoe - March 17, 2026

The Dingbat Theatre Project’s production of Oklahoma! is not your grandmother’s Oklahoma. While the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic is often presented with sweeping nostalgia, bright cornfields, and wholesome Americana, Dingbat boldly twists the familiar into something more unpredictable....

Review: ONE HIT WONDERS at Florida Studio Theatre


by Shanti - March 06, 2026

The chart-toppers - those whimsical tunes we can't help but love - take us on a delightful trip down memory lane. They're like little time machines, whisking us back to moments long gone, laughter with friends, tearful heartbreaks, and the dancing butterflies of first loves....

Past Shows

Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA!
Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA!
Mar 13 – Mar 29, 2026

Dingbat puts its stamp on Rodgers and Hammerstein’s legendary and groundbreaking first collaboration. This is an exciting, intimate, and modern take on the classic. Oklahoma! is a lively,...

Arthurian
Arthurian
Jan 23 – Feb 8, 2026

Arthurian: Knights of the Round Table and Other Furniture, A Burlesque steals from the many version of plays and past burlesques of Arthurian legend, this new,...

Dingbat's Winnie-the-Pooh
Dingbat's Winnie-the-Pooh
Dec 5 – Dec 18, 2025

Dingbat’s brand new adaptation of the Winnie-the-Pooh stories by A.A. Milne. An immersive, musical new version perfect for the whole family featuring Christopher Robin and...

Heathers the Musical
Heathers the Musical
Oct 17 – Nov 2, 2025

Based on the cult classic 1989 film. Westerberg High is ruled by a shoulder-padded, scrunchie-wearing junta: Heather, Heather, and Heather, the hottest and cruelest girls...

I'm Gonna Marry You, Tobey Maguire
I'm Gonna Marry You, Tobey Maguire
Sep 5 – Sep 21, 2025

It’s 2004, and 14-year-old Shelby Hinkley has kidnapped Tobey Maguire, at the height of his career, to force him into marrying her. Samantha Hurley’s laugh-out-loud...

Dingbat's Hercules
Dingbat's Hercules
Jul 25 – Aug 10, 2025

Dingbat’s Hercules is a fast-paced and chaotic “Greek Mythology for Dummies” seminar turned comedy of god-like proportions. Playwrights, Austin Howeth and Luke Manual, also appear in...

Dingbat's Peter Pan
Dingbat's Peter Pan
Sep 27 – Oct 8, 2023

Come experience the most exciting bedtime story ever! We are so excited to bring our beautiful version of “The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up” and...

The SpongeBob Musical
The SpongeBob Musical
Dec 2 – Dec 19, 2021

SAFE ARTS SARASOTA INITIATIVEIn accordance with the #SafeArtsSarasota Initiative, all audience members aged 13 years or older attending a Dingbat Theatre Project production must show:*A...

Shrek the Musical
Shrek the Musical
May 7 – May 15, 2021

THE SHOWBased on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek the Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori...

Brian & Luke's Live Holiday Jamboree
Brian & Luke's Live Holiday Jamboree
Dec 13 – Dec 14, 2020

Brian and Luke's Amazing Terrific Jaw-Dropping Fantastical Spectacular Tremendous Excessive LIVE HOLIDAY JAMBOREEDECEMBER 13-14, 2020 @ 7:30 PERFORMANCEALL PERFORMANCES OUTDOORS ATTHE BAZAAR ON APRICOT &...

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