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URBANITE THEATRE

1487 2nd Street
Sarasota, FL 34236



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....

Review: ALICE BY HEART at Rise Above Performing Arts


by Shanti - March 01, 2026

What did our critic think of ALICE BY HEART at Rise Above Performing Arts?...

Review: HOW I GOT OVER, A GOSPEL REVUE at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe


by Shanti - March 01, 2026

Now in their 26th year, WBTT proudly honors the 'Soul of the People,' showcasing the enduring cultural significance that resonates with themes of strength and unity. The electrifying performances of these powerful songs, delivered with such passion and soul (no pun intended), bring immense joy. Witn...

Review: TINA at Van Wezel


by Shanti - February 22, 2026

“TINA–The Tina Turner Musical” is not just a regular musical; it's a high-voltage journey celebrating the iconic Queen of Rock 'n Roll. Darilyn Burtley's portrayal of Tina Turner is truly phenomenal! Her extraordinary voice and impeccable Tina-like moves clearly demonstrate the dedication she ...

Review: THE UNFRIEND at Asolo Repertory Theatre


by Shanti - February 21, 2026

What did our critic think of THE UNFRIEND at Asolo Repertory Theatre?...

Past Shows

Job
Job
Jan 8 – Feb 15, 2026

Job by Max Wolf FriedlichIt’s January 2020. Jane has been placed on leave from her Big Tech job after a viral workplace incident. She’s hell-bent...

Monsters of the American Cinema
Monsters of the American Cinema
Oct 30 – Dec 7, 2025

Monsters of the American Cinema by Christian St. CroixRemy Washington, a Black man and widower, has inherited both a drive-in movie theater and the responsibility...

Screen Time
Screen Time
Sep 20 – Sep 21, 2025

Modern Works Finalist#3-Screen Time by Sarah ChoBen and Julia are overjoyed to be expecting their first child, but are they actually ready for the realities...

1999
1999
Sep 19 – Sep 20, 2025

Modern Works Finalist #1-1999 by Stacey Isom CampbellWhen a college student protests the inclusion of a film by a disgraced #MeToo-era director in her syllabus,...

Ahoy-Hoy
Ahoy-Hoy
Sep 19 – Sep 20, 2025

Modern Works Finalist #2-Ahoy-Hoy by Jenny StaffordA Play About That Relatable Feeling When Someone Else Invents the Telephone Three Hours Before You Do.  It’s 1876 and...

Too Fat for China
Too Fat for China
Sep 11 – Sep 14, 2025

Too Fat for ChinaWritten, drawn, and performed by Phoebe PottsA Comic Look at the Agony of AdoptionToo Fat for China is a one-hour comedic storytelling...

Jennifer Who Is Leaving
Jennifer Who Is Leaving
Oct 18 – Dec 1, 2024

Nan is working the night shift at Dunkin, fielding frequent calls from her husband, who needs help finding…everything. Meanwhile, Jennifer is doing her best to...

Modern Works Festival
Modern Works Festival
Sep 5 – Sep 8, 2024

MODERN WORKS FESTIVALBack for the fifth year and taking place at Urbanite Theatre, the Modern Works Festival is a five-day playwriting contest, reading festival, and...

Modern Works Festival
Modern Works Festival
Sep 4 – Sep 8, 2024

Back for the fifth year and taking place at Urbanite Theatre, the Modern Works Festival is a five-day playwriting contest, reading festival, and celebration of...

That Must Be The Entrance To Heaven
That Must Be The Entrance To Heaven
Jun 9 – Jul 9, 2023

THAT MUST BE THE ENTRANCE TO HEAVENA World PremierePlaywright by Franky D. GonzalezDirected by Kathleen CapdesuñerGlory. Survival. Legacy. Citizenship. Four Latino boxers all chase a...

Backwards Forwards Back
Backwards Forwards Back
Mar 24 – Apr 30, 2023

BACKWARDS FORWARDS BACKA World PremierePlaywright Jacqueline GoldfingerDirected by Brendan Ragan When a soldier returns from war carrying the ghosts of his tour, he’s faced with a...

Birds of North America
Birds of North America
Jan 6 – Feb 19, 2023

BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICAPlaywright Anna Ouyang MoenchDirected by Summer WallaceAs birders, John and his daughter Caitlyn adore spending tender autumn days attempting to catch glimpses...

The Burdens
The Burdens
Oct 21 – Dec 4, 2022

THE BURDENSPlaywright by Matt SchatzDirected by Brendan RaganSiblings Mordy and Jane have a problem. Their dreadful, centenarian grandfather is an emotional and financial tax on...

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