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Florida Repertory Theatre has revealed its 29th season in the Historic Arcade and ArtStage Studio Theatres. The nine-show season runs from September 15, 2026 through May 9, 2027, and features new and classic comedies, a fresh take on a classic thriller, and more musicals than ever. Subscriptions are on sale now to new and renewing subscribers, and packages start as low as $294 for six shows. Packages are available for 9, 8, 7, and 6 shows, and offer the biggest savings over single ticket prices which go on sale on June 1st, 2026.<\/p>\n
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Forever Everly: The Everly Brothers Rockumentary<\/p>\n
Florida Rep\u2019s 29th season kicks off in the ArtStage Studio Theatre with \u201cForever Everly: The Everly Brothers Rockumentary,\u201d a glorious blend of live music and film. \u201cForever Everly\u201d is like no other show you\u2019ve seen before. Get to know the ins and outs of the famous duo in a beautifully crafted documentary, while multi-talented actor-musicians, Jared Mancuso<\/a> and Nick Gallardo perform the unforgettable music of the Everly Brothers, Paul Simon<\/a>, The Beatles and more\u2026 right along with the documentary. \u201cForever Everly\u201d is a one-of-a-kind experience that audiences will never forget, and features hit songs like \u201cBye, Bye Love,\u201d \u201cWake Up Little Susie,\u201d \u201cAll I Have to Do Is Dream,\u201d “Luve hurts,” \u201cWhen Will I Be Loved?,\u201d and many more beloved tunes. Previews are Sept. 15 \u2013 Sept. 17 and the musical event plays through October 25, 2026.<\/p>\n The Star-Spangled Girl<\/p>\n The season continues in the Historic Arcade Theatre with Neil Simon<\/a>\u2019s fast-moving, hilarious comedy \u201cThe Star-Spangled Girl.\u201d Two earnest young men struggle to put out a \u201cprotest\u201d magazine in 1960s San Francisco, but the all-American girl \u2013 and former Olympic swimmer \u2013 who moves in next door sends the boys into a romantic tailspin. Love and politics clash delightfully in this masterful romantic comedy from the mind of America\u2019s most beloved comedy writer. Previews are Oct. 20 \u2013 22 and the comedy plays through Nov. 8, 2026.<\/p>\n Wait Until Dark<\/p>\n Next up in the Historic Arcade Theatre is the edge-of-your-seat thriller, \u201cWait Until Dark,\u201d by Frederick Knott<\/a> and adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher<\/a>. This classic story of suspense comes to vivid new life in this chilling new adaptation. Set in 1944 Greenwich Village, Susan and Sam Hendrix\u2019s unassuming apartment conceals a prize for which thieves and con men would kill. Using deception and disguise, a trio of desperate crooks hatch a devious plot to make a heist \u2013 but they must wait until dark. Based on an Academy Award-nominated film and a Tony-nominated Broadway play, this adaptation will have audiences watching with bated breath until the play\u2019s nail-biting conclusion. Previews are Nov. 24 & 25 and the thriller plays through Dec. 13, 2026. Please note, there is no preview performance on Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n Plaid Tidings<\/p>\n In December, the Plaids are BACK for some unforgettable holiday fun in \u201cPlaid Tidings\u201d by Stuart Ross<\/a> with original \u201cForever Plaid\u201d vocal & musical arrangements by James Raitt<\/a>. This time, the divine 1950s singing group comes back to earth to spread yuletide joy with the greatest holiday hits of all time. At first, Frankie, Jinx, Smudge, and Sparky aren\u2019t sure why they\u2019re back on earth \u2013 but a phone call from heavenly Rosemary Clooney<\/a> reveals that the Plaids are needed to put a little harmony into a discordant world. Featuring hit songs in four-part harmony \u2013 like \u201cThe Christmas Song,\u201d \u201cLet It Snow,\u201d \u201cCarol of the Bells,\u201d \u201cJoy to the World,\u201d \u201cJingle Bells,\u201d and so much more. Previews are December 1 \u2013 3, 2026, and \u201cPlaid Tidings\u201d plays through January 3, 2027 \u2013 featuring the same cast who starred in \u201cForever Plaid\u201d two seasons ago!<\/p>\n Dames at Sea<\/p>\n In January, Florida Rep sails into the new year with \u201cDames at Sea\u201d in the Historic Arcade Theatre. With book and lyrics by George Haimsohn<\/a> & Robin Miller<\/a> and music by Jim Wise<\/a>, this charming and hilarious musical comedy taps its way into people\u2019s hearts as a musical love-letter to the golden age of Hollywood and Broadway! It\u2019s the 1930s, and a hopeful chorus girl from Utah arrives in New York with big Broadway dreams. With help from an innocent young sailor (who happens to be an aspiring songwriter), she lands a role in a low-budget show. When the big-budget star quits in a fit of ego-driven rage, Ruby gets her big break \u2013 until the theatre gets demolished and they whole production moves to the deck of a Navy Battleship! \u00a0\u201cDames at Sea\u201d is full of heart and humor and features an inventive score and exciting tap numbers. Previews are January 5 \u2013 7, and the musical plays through January 24, 2027.<\/p>\n Sexy Laundry<\/p>\n Next in the ArtStage Studio Theatre, Florida Rep produces the regional premiere of a new comedy, \u201cSexy Laundry\u201d by Michele Riml. After twenty-five years of marriage, love handles appear and hairlines retreat \u2013 and Alice and Henry have hit a plateau. With a Sex for Dummies guidebook in hand, Alice convinces Henry to join her on a spicy weekend retreat in hopes of awakening her inner vixen. Together they explore every fantasy from leather to lace. As they navigate their vulnerabilities and desires, their weekend getaway becomes a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of love, marriage, and rediscovery. Previews are January 26 \u2013 28 and the new comedy plays through March 7, 2027.<\/p>\n Over the River and Through the Woods<\/p>\n Next in the Historic Arcade Theatre, Florida Rep takes audiences on a funny and poignant journey with Joe DiPietro<\/a>\u2019s beloved (and uproarious) \u201cOver the River and Through the Woods,\u201d a warm-hearted comedy from the author of the Tony-winning Broadway sensation \u201cI Love You, You\u2019re Perfect, Now Change.\u201d See what happens when 29-year-old Nick tells both pairs of his doting Italian American grandparents that he\u2019s leaving New Jersey to take a dream job across the country. Chaos ensues when his stunned grandparents plot and scheme to keep him in Hoboken. Previews are February 9 \u2013 11 and the comedy plays through February 28, 2027.<\/p>\n Never Can Say Goodbye: The 70s Beehive Musical<\/p>\n In March, Florida Rep brings another regional premiere to Southwest Florida, as \u201cNever Can Say Goodbye: The 70s Beehive Musical\u201d by Fred Stuart, with arrangements and additional music by George Hamilton<\/a>. This dynamite sequel to \u201cBeehive: the 1960s Musical\u201d is a brand new celebration of the iconic voices and unforgettable music of the 1970s. Featuring empowering spirit, cultural revolution, and the bold fashions of the 70s, this epic musical is underscored by a soundtrack of classics made famous by Gloria Gaynor<\/a>, Roberta Flack<\/a>, The Jackson 5, Linda Ronstadt<\/a>, BJ Thomas, Three Dog Night, Diana Ross<\/a>, and more \u2013 as memories come flooding back with each hit song. Previews are March 16 \u2013 18 and the musical plays through April 4, 2027.<\/p>\n Private Lives<\/p>\n The regular season closes in the intimate ArtStage Studio Theatre with No\u00ebl Coward\u2019s \u201cPrivate Lives.\u201d This classic comedy is one of the most sophisticated, entertaining plays ever written. Elyot and Amanda, once married and now honeymooning with new spouses \u2013 at the same time and the same posh, French hotel \u2013 meet by chance, reignite the old spark, and impulsively elope. After days of being reunited, they again find their fiery romance alternating between passions of love and anger. When their aggrieved spouses appear to win them back, havoc erupts as allegiances shift and unlikely alliances form. Previews are April 6 \u2013 8 and the comedy plays through May 9, 2027.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udfad NEW! Ft. Myers\/Naples Theatre Newsletter Get all the top news & discounts for Ft. 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