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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

The Graduate
The Graduate
Aug 17 – Aug 27, 2023

The Players Centre for Performing Arts & Two Chairs Theatre Company Presents The Graduate By Buck Henry, Terry Johnson,Charles Webb, Calder WillinghamDirected by Elliott RainesAugust 17-27, 2023Thurs.-Sat....

Lateral Moves
Lateral Moves
Jul 21 – Jul 23, 2023

Lateral Moves by Cece DwyerDirected by Candace ArtimJuly 21-23, 20231400 Blvd. of the Arts, Suite 200, Sarasota, FL 34234The winner of the 2021 New Play...

The Mantle
The Mantle
Jul 7 – Jul 9, 2023

Winner of the 2020 Players New Play FestivalThe Mantle by Jalex ScottDirected by Amanda SchlachterJuly 7-9, 20231400 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34239On the anniversary of the most...

8-Track: The Sounds of the '70's in Concert
8-Track: The Sounds of the '70's in Concert
Jun 8 – Jun 18, 2023

8-Track: The Sounds of the 70s in ConcertConceived by Rick SeeberJune 8-18, 2023Thurs.-Sat. at 7:30pm, Sun. at 2pmPut on your leisure suits, halter tops, and...

Puffs
Puffs
Apr 7 – Apr 8, 2023

The Players Teens  present this hilarious off-Broadway hit, Puffs! For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil....

Godspell
Godspell
Mar 9 – Mar 19, 2023

March 9-11 and 14-18 at 7:30pmMarch 12 and 18-19 at 2pmThe first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz...

Mark Twain: They Asked Me To Be Brief
Mark Twain: They Asked Me To Be Brief
Feb 16 – Feb 18, 2023

Feb. 16-18 at 7:30pmFeb. 18 at 2 pmAlan Kitty began interpreting and presenting the character of Mark Twain in 1979. In 2009, he launched an...

Silly Love Songs with Jimmy Mazz
Silly Love Songs with Jimmy Mazz
Feb 14

Feb. 14 at 7:30pmSpend Valentine’s Day with The Players Centre and crooner Jimmy Mazz. This special cabaret features some of your favorite lovey dovey tunes....

Always...Patsy Cline
Always...Patsy Cline
Feb 2 – Feb 12, 2023

Feb. 2-4 and 7-11 at 7:30pmFeb. 5 and 11-12 at 2pmPatsy Cline’s rise to legendary stardom is told through the eyes of her biggest fan,...

Proof
Proof
Jan 12 – Jan 22, 2023

Jan.  12-14 and 17-21 at 7:30pmJan. 15 and 21-22 at 2pmOn the eve of her 25th birthday, Catherine, a troubled young woman, has spent years...

Miracle on 34th Street: a live musical radio play
Miracle on 34th Street: a live musical radio play
Dec 1 – Dec 11, 2022

Dec. 1-3 and 6-10 at 7:30pmDec. 4 and 10-11 at 2pmWhen a department store Santa claims he’s the real Kris Kringle, his case gets taken...

Rhapsody for Golda
Rhapsody for Golda
Nov 10 – Nov 13, 2022

Nov. 10-12 at 7:30pmNov. 13 at 2pmA coproduction with Sarasota Jewish Theatre and SaraSolo Festival, written by David and Sharon Ohrenstein. The hit of the...

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Oct 27 – Oct 29, 2022

Oct. 27-28 at 6pmOct. 29 at 4pm & 6pmThe Sarasota Polo Club8201 Polo Club Ln, Sarasota, FL 34240The Players Centre for Performing Arts is proud...

If I Can Dream with Matthew Ragas
If I Can Dream with Matthew Ragas
Oct 21 – Oct 22, 2022

IF I CAN DREAM WITH MATTHEW RAGASOct. 21 & 22 at 7:30pmFull of music he has dreamed of performing live! Get ready for a night...

Little Shop of Horrors
Little Shop of Horrors
Oct 6 – Oct 16, 2022

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORSOct. 6-8 and 11-15 at 7:30pmOct. 9 and 15-16 at 2pmStudio 1130 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FLFeed the need for musical...

Ann Morrison in Merrily from Center Stage
Ann Morrison in Merrily from Center Stage
Sep 24 – Sep 25, 2022

MERRILY FROM CENTER STAGESept. 24 7:30pmSept. 25 at 2pmStudio 1130 The Crossings at Siesta Key 3501 S. Tamiami TrailBroadway veteran Ann Morrison brings to The...

Side by Side by Sondheim
Side by Side by Sondheim
Sep 8 – Sep 18, 2022

Side by Side by SondheimSept. 8-10 and 13-17 at 7:30pmSept. 11 and 17-18 at 2pmStudio 1130 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota , FL 34239This revue...

Let It Be
Let It Be
Aug 17 – Aug 28, 2022

August 17, 2022 at 7:30pm Preview August 18-20 & 25-27 at 7:30pm August 21 & 28 at 2pm Regional premiere! The journey of two families...

The Manager
The Manager
Jul 29 – Jul 31, 2022

July 29-30 at 7:30pmJuly 31 at 2pmThis brand new play by Douglas Gearhart is the winner of The Players New Play Fest 2020. Rusty is...

Love, Linda
Love, Linda
Jul 13 – Jul 24, 2022

July 13, 2022 at 7:30pm Preview July 14-16 & 21-23, 2022 at 7:30pm July 17 & 24, 2022 at 2pm The timeless music and lyrics...

Damaged Goods
Damaged Goods
Jun 24 – Jun 26, 2022

June 24-25, 2022 at 7:30pmJune 26, 2022 at 2:00pmThis brand new play by Ron Pantello is the winner of 1he 2019 Players New Play Fest...

Rabbit Hole
Rabbit Hole
Jun 9 – Jun 19, 2022

June 8, 2022 at 7:30pm Preview June 9-11 and 16-18 at 7:30pm June 12 and 19 at 2pm A couples world has turned upside down...

Broadway on the Bay: The Sarasota Divas
Broadway on the Bay: The Sarasota Divas
May 17 – May 20, 2022

May 17-20, 2022Marie Selby Botanical Gardens1534 Mound St., Downtown SarasotaEnjoy the beautiful sounds of some of Sarasotas Divas in the enchanting Marie Selby Botanical Gardens!...

Beauty and the Beast Jr.
Beauty and the Beast Jr.
Apr 29 – Apr 30, 2022

April 29 at 7pmApril 30 at 2pm and 7pmStudio 1130 (3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239)The Players Kids Next Gen present the classic story...

Oz
Oz
Apr 15 – Apr 16, 2022

April 15 & 16 at 7pmStudio 1130Reeling from her sisters death, Beth suddenly finds herself journeying through a world suspiciously resembling the film The Wizard...

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