Fall is upon us, and that means that the Naples theater scene has arrived! Whether you love comedy, drama or musicals this season offers something you’re sure to enjoy.
Let’s start with the Naples Players, a top flight community theater that calls the Sugden Theater on Fifth Avenue South its home. This year’s ambitious eight show season includes everything from Noises Off!, a classic farcical comedy, to intense drama in God of Carnage. You’ll want to sing along to Oklahoma! of course - who can resist? And I’m eager to see Spitfire Grill - a long time favorite story of friendship in an unlikely place. Find out more at naplesplayers.com. (And who knows - you might even want to get involved or audition!)
If you prefer professional theater, check out Gulfshore Playhouse at the Norris Center. Gulfshore Playhouse offers an intimate setting for classic and contemporary works. This season, you’ll enjoy edgy pieces including The Mountaintop, set on the eve of Martin Luther King’s assassination. Later in the season you can see works by Pulitzer Prize winner Annie Baker (Body Awareness), a Tony winner (Vanya and Sonya and Marsha and Spike), and a brand new play (The Butcher). Don’t overlook the offerings at Gulfshore’s New Works Festival, either. Check out more details at gulfshoreplayhouse.org.
Over at the Community School of Naples’ G & L Theater, you’ll enjoy Theater Zone’s professional lineup this year. Highlights include Sweeny Todd and the foot-tapping Neil Simon musical They’re Playing Our Song. Every seat is a good seat the the G & L Theater, so you’ll be able to relate to what’s happening on stage and see every detail. Explore their website at theaterzone-florida.com.
Artis - Naples is in a category all its own. Best known as home to the Naples Philharmonic, this Naples landmark on Pelican Bay Drive offers a full array of entertainment options. At Artis - Naples you’ll enjoy the classics, Broadway productions, big names, and more. This season’s theater highlights include Guys and Dolls during the holiday season, as well as Chicago and Pippin. But be sure to check out other offerings that catch your attention; Maybe it’s chamber music, or one of the “All That Jazz” evenings. Maybe it’s the Naples International Film Festival. Maybe its…well, go over to artisnaples.org and see what strikes your interest.
“The Season” here in Naples has arrived, and brings with it many varied cultural events. Theater is one part of the Naples cultural scene that makes our community special. Whether you opt for season tickets or select your favorite offerings from any of the options here in town, you’ll enjoy a night on the town as curtains go up in Naples.
