| View this email in your browser “Outstanding performances.” “Much energy and passion!” “A rare opportunity to see edgy theatre.” “Acting was superb.” “The best show of the season!” VENUS IN FUR is an intoxicating, romantic drama full of humor and sexiness. Au- diences are mesmerized by the chemistry between the characters and continue to praise the actors’ performances. The thought-provoking play is filled with seductive surprises as present-day char- acters negotiate risqué 19th century plot lines during an audition reading. As the story unfolds, the lines blur, roles reverse, and passions rise. VENUS IN FUR by David Ives DIRECTED BY Chris Clavelli SPONSORED BY Bruce & Janet Bunch This sultry, witty, and romantic dramedy plays through May 18 in the ArtStage Studio Theatre. (Includes profanity and sexual references.) PLAYLAB Begins Tomorrow! There is still time to get your tickets to one (or all) of our festival readings. Perform- ances begin tomorrow and run through Sunday. Selected works include a humor- laced, unconventional family drama, a delightful romance and pop-period prequel to Virginia Woolf’s famous novel, a thrilling drama exploring themes of privilege and implicit bias, a drama posing questions about artistic production, academic freedom/danger, and power, and a fresh-pressed musical adventure about growing up, friendship, grief, and communicating with others even when you don’t see eye to eye. Readings are performed in the Historic Arcade Theatre through Sunday May 1 at 7 PM: “Why We Go To Florida,” by Kenneth Jones May 2 at 7 PM: “Dalloway: Summer at Bourton,” by Lindsay Joelle May 3 at 2 PM: “Swiped,” by Samara Siskind May 3 at 7 PM: “1999” by Stacey Isom Campbell May 4 at 4 PM: “Lemonade,” with book, music, and lyrics by Jesse Corbin May 4 at 7 PM: Playwrights Panel Thank you 2025 PLAYLAB Sponsors: GRAND SPONSOR Lee Moore & Dee Whited Playwright Sponsor: Darlene Arnold Networking Sponsor: Naomi Bloom Reading Sponsors: Catherine Grega & Douglas Albert, Judy Weiner UP NEXT on the HISTORIC ARCADE STAGE Florida Rep Education Conservatory Theatre students, “The Nicest Kids in Town,” ages 14 – 22, perform in the Tony-winning, family-favorite 60s musical, HAIRSPRAY! Set in 1962, the story follows lovable plus-size teen Tracy who has one desire, to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dreams come true, the teen is transformed from social outcast to sudden star and uses her new- found power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her bouffant ‘do! Performances take place May16 – 18, and May 23-25. Tickets are on sale now: adults $30; students $15. LEARN MORE HERE. Who’s Looking Forward to Summer? We are! And so is Sister! Sister returns in June to ‘teach’ Florida Rep audiences new (and hilarious) lessons on the sacraments of marriage and last rites! Interactive fun is guaran- teed in “‘Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3!” You don’t have to be Catholic, married, or dying to get a kick out of this show! ‘Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3 Performing in the ArtStage Studio June 11 – July 3 SUBSCRIPTIONS ON SALE NOW for the 2025-2026 Season! Prices start at $294 for six shows! Don’t Wait for Full Price, Subscribe & Save! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE! Single Tickets go on sale July 15! ATTENTION SEASON SUBSCRIBERS…Renewal deadline is MAY 23. Renew for the 2025-2026 season to keep your favorite seats or to adjust/upgrade your package. Pictured: Kathleen Simmonds and David McElwee from VENUS IN FUR, and PlayLab actors Susan O’Donnell, Jan Neuberger, Sonya McCarter, Robert Richards, & Patricia Idlette; Denise Fennell from LATE NITE CATECHISM. Florida Repertory Theatre is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization, FEI #65-0827621. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Copyright © 2025 Florida Repertory Theatre, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Florida Repertory Theatre PO Box 2483 Fort Myers, FL 33902-2483 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. |
