Past Productions

Four Performances: THURS 11/21 at 7PM; FRI 11/22 at 7PM; SAT 11/23 at 10AM; SAT 11/23 at 2PM

Performance Tickets

Enjoy this 30-minute new adaptation of the classic L. Frank Baum tale performed by students in The Conservatory of Gulfshore Playhouse.

November 21, 2024, 11:00AM-12:00PM

Explore the world of theatre with The Lecture Series at Gulfshore Playhouse – a monthly series of insightful discussions about theatre and the arts.

Connect with fellow enthusiasts and dive into the fascinating world of theatre at Gulfshore Playhouse’s The Lecture Series!

Beginner Class: Saturday, November 16 10:00-11:30AM, Intermediate Class: Saturday, November 30 10:00-11:30AM

Feeling inspired after seeing Anything Goes on stage at Gulfshore Playhouse? Now’s your chance to join in on the fun and learn a beginner tap routine yourself!

Break out those tap shoes and join the return of our Adult Tap Class! This class will introduce traditional steps and vocabulary in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Participants will apply these steps to learn a beginner-level combination to the show’s beloved title song “Anything Goes.” Then, take it up a notch with an intermediate-level combination on November 30th, focusing on style and flair in choreography.

Here’s your chance…don’t miss out!

Previews: November 10, 12 & 13

Opening Night: Thursday, November 14

Final Performance: Sunday, December 15

A poignant and unforgettable theatrical experience

Monday-Thursday, Saturday at varying times

Our Yoga classes are designed to provide a balanced and enriching experience for all participants, regardless of their experience level.

Monday-Thursday, November 4-21, 2024, 5:30-7:30PM; Performances November 21-23, 2024

Step into the spotlight and join us for an immersive three-week Conservatory program at Gulfshore Playhouse, where aspiring performers aged 6-9 will embark on a thrilling journey through the world of theatre!

Mondays, November 4, 2024 - May 26, 2025, 9:00-10:00AM

Introducing “Broadway Zumba” at Gulfshore Playhouse – where fitness meets the magic of Broadway!

Previews: October 27, 29, 30, & 31

Opening Night: Friday, November 1 (by invitation only)

Final Performance: Sunday, November 24

A splashy, classic American musical comedy

Tuesdays, October 1-29, 2024, 5:30-7:30PM

This class puts your student in the Halloween spirit as they explore a happily haunted house!

Mondays from 3-6PM

Gulfshore Playhouse is excited to work with Christy Tarr-McVey (Broadway’s The Who’s Tommy, Jekyll and Hyde) to provide vocal lessons to our students.

Mondays (3-6PM)

Rehearsals: Mondays & Wednesdays, September 4-December 11, 2024, 5:00-8:00PM (see below for audition and performance date information)

Madcap antics come aboard an ocean liner bound from New York to London! 

Available as Needed

Gulfshore Playhouse Education offers private acting lessons for Conservatory students of all ages.

Please contact Steven Calakos, Director of Education, to discuss bringing Gulfshore Playhouse to your organization!

Welcome to Gulfshore Playhouse’s Drama-Based Corporate Training Program – a transformative experience merging theatre with professional development for your team!

August 14 & 15, 2024, 6:00-8:00PM

Location: Norris Center

Led by experienced instructors, this class focuses on honing basic and intermediate tap steps, providing aspiring performers with confidence and proficiency for successful auditions. 

July 26 - July 28, 2024

Performance Tickets

“Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!

July 15-26, 2024, Monday-Friday, 1PM-4PM

Students will learn music and dance numbers from Seussical JR. and will have the opportunity to perform live on stage in our junior production at the end of the second week!

Registration closes Wednesday, July 10.

July 1 - July 26, 2024 - Monday through Friday, 9AM-4PM

Get ready to dive into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss like never before! Filled with lovable characters, ultra-catchy tunes, and feature roles allowing talents to shine, Seussical JR. was created by the dynamic Tony-winning duo Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Anastasia, Ragtime).

June 24-28, 2024, 9AM-12PM

This program invites children to explore the wonders of the wilderness through the magic of musical theatre!

June 21 - June 23, 2024

Performance Tickets

Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir is a golden ticket to adventure!

June 10-21, 2024, Monday-Friday, 1PM-4PM

Students will learn music and dance numbers from the musical and have the opportunity to perform live on stage in Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. at the end of the second week.

Registration closes Wednesday, May 29.

June 3-June 21, 2024 - Monday through Friday, 9AM-4PM

Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth.

May 11 - May 16, 2024

Join us for a hilarious time as the Teen Conservatory presents Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic! Opening on Saturday, May 11th, this clever play will run through May 16th.

A satirical take on the adventures of Mr. Potter, this play explores the untold story of the Puffs, a group of unlikely heroes navigating their way through their incredibly dangerous magic school!

This Potter spinoff is entirely unauthorized by J.K. Rowling, Warner Bros., and the Ministry of Magic, which only adds to its playfulness. Embracing all that is silly about its source material, Puffs is a blast and guaranteed to leave Harry fans rolling in the aisles.

April 29-May 3, 2024, 5:30-7:30PM

Participants will engage in dramatic play, imaginative thinking, and character development, inspired by our favorite wizarding stories!

One Night Only: April 15, 2024 at 7:30PM

In association with the Holocaust Museum and Cohen Education Center

Directed by Steven Calakos

Experience this special one-night-only performance of our touring educational production about the true story of a local Holocaust Survivor.

April 7 following the 3:00PM performance

April 14 following the 3:00PM performance

After the curtain falls, join us for an inside the actors studio style conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, with performers from the production.

Saturday, April 6, 10:00AM-12:00PM

Gulfshore Playhouse is excited to provide exclusive educational opportunities for students. Join us for an Audition Masterclass led by Broadway actor Ben Fankhauser on Saturday, April 6, from 10:00AM-12:00PM for ages 13-18.

Saturdays in April 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 10AM-11AM

Through song, dance, and imaginative play, little ones will not only explore Broadway hits like “I Just Can’t Wait To Be King” from The Lion King, “Getting To Know You” from The King and I (and more!), but also enhance motor, memory recall, creativity, and verbal/non-verbal communication skills. 

Broadway Babies promises to be a joy-filled exploration of music and movement, where children can learn in a nurturing environment with their grown-ups…Join us! 

March 28, 2024 following the 7:30PM performance

Join the cast and director after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be a theatre artist!

Sunday, March 24 @ 2:15PM

Wednesday, March 27 @ 1:15

Wednesday, March 27 @ 6:45

Wednesday, April 17 @ 1:15

Wednesday, April 17 @ 6:45PM

Sunday, April 21 @ 2:15PM

Delve into the themes and topics of She Loves Me before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.

March 21 - April 21, 2024

Directed by Kristen Coury

An effervescent, witty, romantic musical that will have you falling in love! She Loves Me is the perfect love letter to bid adieu to nearly two decades of performances at the Norris Center before moving into the Baker Theatre and Education Center in fall 2024.

March 19 & 26, 2024, 10:00 - 11:00AM

Step into the world of Shakespeare’s timeless political masterpiece, Julius Caesar, in this engaging and thought-provoking lecture series.

March 11-15, 2024, 12PM-3PM

Students will work together to create an original short play while learning songs from Encanto.

March 11-15, 2024, 9AM-12PM

Young performers will be “Singin’ in the Rain” in this spring-themed musical theatre class! 

March 11-15, 2024, 3PM-6PM

Back by popular demand! Learning songs from youth-empowering musicals like Matilda, School of Rock, and Newsies, students develop their skills as singers, dancers, and actors!

March 4, 2024

The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón

Make tracks to the most spectacular event of the season. Where big bands, breathtaking ambiance, and the golden age of glamor will sweep you off your feet.

March 3, 2024 following the 3:00PM performance

After the curtain falls, join us for an inside the actors studio style conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, with performers from the production.

February 22, 2024 following the 7:30PM performance

Join the cast after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor!

Sunday, February 18 @ 2:15PM

Wednesday, February 21 @ 1:15PM

Wednesday, February 21 @ 6:45PM

Wednesday, March 6 @ 1:15PM

Wednesday, March 6 @ 6:45PM

Sunday, March 10 @ 2:15PM

Delve into the themes and topics of Into the Breeches! before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.

February 15 - March 10, 2024

Directed by Jackson Gay

A hilarious and heartwarming play. In 1942, a passionate, albeit inexperienced, band of actresses move from the sidelines to centerstage to mount an ambitious Shakespearean production. Will their performance be a victory on the home front or a disaster of epic proportions?

Thursdays in February 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 2024, 5PM-7PM

Princesses, pirates, and puppets, oh my! Students will learn the music and choreography from your favorite fairy tales.

January 28, 2024 following the 3:00PM performance

After the curtain falls, join us for an inside the actors studio style conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, with performers from the production.

January 22-May 8, 2024 - Mondays and Wednesday, 5PM-8PM

For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs.

January 18, 2024 following the 7:30PM performance

Join the cast after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor!

Sunday, January 14 @ 2:15PM

Wednesday, January 17 @ 1:15PM

Wednesday, January 17 @ 6:45PM

Wednesday, January 31 @ 1:15PM

Wednesday, January 31 @ 6:45PM

Sunday, February 4 @ 2:15PM

Delve into the themes and topics of The Refugees before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.

January 11 - February 4, 2024

World Premiere

Directed by Marshall Jones III

Equal parts amusing and thought-provoking, The Refugees is a bold new play exploring patriotism, identity, and belonging.

December 18-22, 2023 9AM-12PM

Ages 8-13

Perfect for the young adventurer and puzzle-solver, students will set off on Indiana Jones-inspired exploration of the mysteries of the ancient world.

December 18-22, 2023 1-4PM

Ages 13-18

There are a lot of artists that work together to bring a piece of theatre to life, and now teens will have a chance to be a part of that process from the beginning.

December 18-22, 2023 1-4PM

Winter Conservatory for Ages 8-13

Students will be immersed in the art form of musical theatre, combining acting, singing, and dancing to tell a story.

December 18 - December 22, 2023

Spend the winter break with The Conservatory at Gulfshore Playhouse.  Classes for students ages 5-18

December 18-22, 2023 9AM-12PM

Ages 5-7

Introducing your littlest ones to musical theatre? We are excited to bring back our popular Broadway Bootcamp.

December 7, 2023 following the 7:30PM performance

Join the cast and director after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor or a director!

November 24 at 6:30PM

November 25 at 1 and 6:30PM

November 26 at 2PM

December 15 at 6:30PM

December 16 at 1 and 6:30PM

December 17 at 2PM

On select performances, add on a VIP Experience.

Sunday, November 19 @ 2:15PM

Wednesday, November 22 @ 1:15PM

Wednesday, November 22 @ 6:45PM

Sunday, December 10 @ 2:15PM

Wednesday, December 13 @ 1:15PM

Wednesday, December 13 @ 6:45PM

Delve into the themes and topics of Winter Wonderettes before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.

November 16 - December 17, 2023

Directed by Dann Dunn

Rock around the Christmas tree with this festive confection of 1960s holiday hits sung in “marvelous” four-part harmony!

October 23-27, 2023 5-7PM

Ages 6-10

Perfect for aspiring vampires, ghosts, and other spooky creatures, this musical theatre class will introduce students choreography and vocals to spooky Halloween classics.

October 22, 2023 following the 3:00PM performance

After the curtain falls, join us for an inside the actors studio style conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, with performers from the production.

October 19, 2023 following the 7:30PM performance

Join the cast after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor.

Sunday, October 15 @ 2:15PM

Wednesday, October 18 @ 1:15PM

Wednesday, October 18 @ 6:45PM

Wednesday, October 25 @ 1:15PM

Wednesday, October 25 @ 6:45PM

Sunday, October 29 @ 2:15PM

October 12 - November 5, 2023

Directed by Laura Moreno

26 Miles is the story of a broken family rediscovering understanding, redemption, and love.

Rehearsals: September 25-October 11, 2023 at CMON

Monday-Thursday, 5:30-7:30PM

Performances: October 12-14, 2023 at CMON

This three-week adventure for aspiring actors ages 8-13 allows students to discover their talents with top-notch educators and shine on stage at CMON in a fully-produced musical!

September 17, 2023

New Works Festival

The year is 1982. In a rust belt town, the closure of a local mill has caused unemployment to skyrocket.

September 16, 2023

New Works Festival

Seventeen years after the loss of her young husband from cancer, Mia meets a teenager, Ethan, who believes he is the reincarnation of her late husband.

September 16 at 7:30PM

New Works Festival

Steve, a down-in-the-dumps actor, lands the role of a lifetime — a bizarre gig as the estranged son of billionaire, Joseph Wellington.

September 15 - September 17, 2023

The New Works Festival returns!

The Annual New Works Festival brings together playwrights, actors, and directors to workshop never-before-produced plays!

September 15, 2023

New Works Festival

In the midst of a civil war in the United States, the ultra-WASPy Sutton family from Connecticut – Yates, Poppy, and Wynn – flees the country, ending up in the Middle East.

Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture.

June 22 - June 23, 2023

June 5-9, 2023, 9am-12pm

Showcase Performance: June 9 at 11am

Ages 5-7

For a week, your child will get to grow in their skills through dance, song, and acting, through the music of The Little Mermaid and more!

Tuition: $300

May 7, 2023

After the curtain falls, join us for a post-show conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, to have a discussion with your fellow audience members about the themes and ideas of the play. Curtain Conversations may feature special guests from the region or the production to further enhance the discussion.

May 4, 2023

Join the cast after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor. Actor & Director Talkbacks will take place the second Thursday of each production following the evening performance.

SOLD OUT!

Take an exclusive trip with the Founder of Gulfshore Playhouse: CEO & Producing Artistic Director Kristen Coury and COO & Managing Director Joel Markus, as you tour New York City during this season’s “Art Everywhere” trip.  You’ll travel with like-minded theatre lovers on this intimate and personalized journey through the Big Apple.

April 30 - May 3, 2023

Delve into the themes and topics of Morning After Grace before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.

April 27 - May 14, 2023

A hilarious and heartwarming comedy about three retirees who get a new lease on life.

April 2, 2023

After the curtain falls, join us for a post-show conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, to have a discussion with your fellow audience members about the themes and ideas of the play. Curtain Conversations may feature special guests from the region or the production to further enhance the discussion.

March 30, 2023

Join the cast after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor. Actor & Director Talkbacks will take place the second Thursday of each production following the evening performance.

March 26 - April 12, 2023

Delve into the themes and topics of Barefoot in the Park before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.

March 23 - April 16, 2023

Directed by Peter Amster

One of the longest-running plays in Broadway history turned into an iconic film starring Jane Fonda and Robert Redford, Barefoot in the Park has the perfect recipe for laughter.

March 21 & 28 from 5-7PM

Ages 13-18

Put your best foot forward for theatrical auditions! Gain confidence, get insider tips, and work on your audition material with these specialty audition workshops.

Students who participate in the workshop are guaranteed a spot in the summer teen production, The SpongeBob Musical. Additional costs for camp registration and production will be posted soon. 

March 13 - March 17, 2023

Youth Theatre Classes for Ages 5-18

For spring break 2023, join us for a fun and fulfilling week of youth theatre classes! Unlock your imagination, creativity, and collaborative spirit while learning essential theatrical skills.

March 13 - March 17, 2023

Based upon the picture book Love, Z by Jessie Sima, students aged 5-7 will transform into robots and go on an adventure to find the answer to one of life’s greatest questions: What does it mean to love and be loved?

March 13 - March 17, 2023

Dust off your shields and swords, demigods! Set at Camp Half-Blood from Percy Jackson and the Olympians, The Heroes of Olympus, and The Trials of Apollo series by Rick Riordan, students set off on an epic quest of their own as they try to evade monsters and outsmart the gods of Greek mythology.

March 13 - March 17, 2023

Develop your acting skills by learning from professional teaching artists! Receive top-tier acting training and meet fellow student artists with this intensive week-long theatre class.

March 13 - March 17, 2023

Step off the stage and into the world of technical theatre! Get to know what happens before actors ever step on stage by learning about costumes, lighting, and scenic design from our professional teaching artists and theatre technicians.

March 8 - March 10, 2023

Ages 8-13

Put your best foot forward for theatrical auditions! Gain confidence, get insider tips, and work on your audition material with these specialty audition workshops.

Students who participate in the workshop are guaranteed a spot in the summer junior production – Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo Jr. 

March 6, 2023

Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort

Don your best disguise and let the spectacle astound you!

March 5, 2023

After the curtain falls, join us for a post-show conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, to have a discussion with your fellow audience members about the themes and ideas of the play. Curtain Conversations may feature special guests from the region or the production to further enhance the discussion.

February 19 at 3:00 P.M.

March 4 at 7:30 P.M.

While you enjoy a performance, your child can take part in a fun, educational experience with our professional teaching artists! Story Explorers: Camelot coincides with select performances of our professional productions.

Advance registration required. If no registrations are received by 48 hours in advance of the performance date, this event will be canceled.

$20 per child

February 16, 2023

Join the cast after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor. Actor & Director Talkbacks will take place the second Thursday of each production following the evening performance.

February 12 - March 1, 2023

Delve into the themes and topics of Lerner & Loewe’s Camelot before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.

February 9 - March 12, 2023

Directed by Jeffrey Binder

Return for a brief and shining moment to experience the beloved classic musical as you’ve never seen it before.

February 4 - February 25, 2023

Caregivers and children aged 9 mo. to 2 years

Explore music and dance with your Broadway Baby! Let your child explore their creativity through playing games, learning songs, and having fun!

January 22, 2023

After the curtain falls, join us for a post-show conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, to have a discussion with your fellow audience members about the themes and ideas of the play. Curtain Conversations may feature special guests from the region or the production to further enhance the discussion.

January 12, 2023

Join the cast after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor. Actor & Director Talkbacks will take place the second Thursday of each production following the evening performance.

January 8 - January 29, 2023

Delve into the themes and topics of Mud Row before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.

January 5 - January 29, 2023

Directed by Marshall Jones III

Regine must decide the fate of a house she never wanted, the same house where Toshi’s been squatting for three months. Elsie is willing to do anything to move up in the world, while her sister Frances is willing to risk her life to change it.

November 29, 2022

The global day of giving, #GivingTuesday, is right around the corner on November 29. We are humbly asking you to make a difference with your donation to the annual fund for Gulfshore Playhouse.

November 27, 2022

After the curtain falls, join us for a post-show conversation, moderated by a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse staff, to have a discussion with your fellow audience members about the themes and ideas of the play. Curtain Conversations may feature special guests from the region or the production to further enhance the discussion.

November 17, 2022

Join the cast after the show for a Q&A about the process, the show, or even just to learn what it’s like to be an actor. Actor & Director Talkbacks will take place the second Thursday of each production following the evening performance.

November 13 - November 30, 2022

Delve into the themes and topics of Steel Magnolias before you see it by engaging in a group discussion with a member of the Gulfshore Playhouse artistic staff! Pre-show discussions begin 45 minutes prior to the show on their specified date.