The Last Night of Ballyhoo April 14-30 Though Hitler is in power overseas, the Freitag family of Atlanta, Georgia, cares more about Ballyhoo, the bi
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The Last Night of Ballyhoo
April 14-30
Though Hitler is in power overseas, the Freitag family of Atlanta, Georgia, cares more about Ballyhoo, the biggest social event of the year. Romance, self-revelations, prejudice, and obligations are masterfully woven into this award-winning play by the author of Driving Miss Daisy.
Playing Apr 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 at 8pm and Apr 16, 23, 29, 30 at 2pm. Tickets are HERE |
![12523977 10154101393930802 8280591081706430138 n](https://cascade.madmimi.com/promotion_images/1659/2632/original/12523977_10154101393930802_8280591081706430138_n.jpg?1491210331) Speakers at the theater's Holocaust Remembrance event 2016 |
April 3 Speakers event change
The speakers previously scheduled for April 3 will be coming on April 20th instead.
After the performance on April 20, the theater will host a talk-back to include several Holocaust-survivors, concentration camp liberator Robert Hilliard, and Florida Weekly journalist Ella Nayor. Attendees of this performance are invited to stay and participate in this discussion. |
![Body and Sold graphic 2](https://cascade.madmimi.com/promotion_images/1659/2710/original/Body_and_Sold_graphic_2.jpg?1491210808) Over 100,000 young Americans run away from home every year. Within 48 hours of being on the street these teens will be approached by a man posing as a friend, offering food, shelter, and love. |
Special Event
Join us on May 5 and 6 at 8pm and on May 7 at 2pm for Body & Sold by Deborah Lake Fortson. The Laboratory Theater of Florida is proud to present a limited run of this stunning play about human trafficking.
Taken from real stories of victims of human trafficking, the play sheds light on a growing problem in southwest Florida. Each performance will feature a post-show discussion with members of the community who work to bring awareness to this issue, who work with victims of trafficking, and who work to bring sex traffickers to justice.
This presentation is made possible by a grant from the Manning Family Trust Fund, and from a cooperative grant from the SWFL Community Foundation for a larger human trafficking awareness project with Human Trafficking Awareness Partnership (HTAP).
Tickets are available HERE or by calling (239)218-0481. This presentation is included in the 2016-2017 Season Ticket package. |
Season Announcement
Join the fun on April 17th as Lab Theater announces its upcoming ninth season and raises funds for repairs to the building.
Along with the announcement of ninth season shows, attendees will have an opportunity to purchase season tickets at a discounted rate at the event. This discount will be given at the event only.
Proceeds from the event will fund some immediate repairs. Invest in the expansion of the theater’s community-oriented programs by bidding on silent auction items, purchasing season tickets, and donating to this worthy cause.
The gathering will take place at The Laboratory Theater of Florida (1634 Woodford Ave., Fort Myers, FL 33901) from 6:30-8 p.m. |
On the Horizon
Auditions
Audition for our first summer show on:
April 22nd from 3-5pm
Run dates are June 16-July 15
Rehearsals begin on May 10
Roles for 6 men, 6 women
Audition for our second summer show on:
May 6th from 3-5pm
Run dates are August 4-26
Rehearsals TBD
Roles for 3 women
Shows will be announced on April 17th
Volunteer opportunities
Starting on May 1st and continuing through the summer, join the team at Lab Theater as it creates its first on-site costume storage and sewing room, scenic workshop, and more. If you are a seamstress or a carpenter, we'd love to have you join our team!
55 and Over
Join us on May 26 and 27 at 8pm and on May 28 at 2pm for a brand-new comedy, 55 and Over, by Zalman Velvel. |
Please help the theater to repair and upgrade its new permanent home and to continue its work by making a tax-deductible contribution today.
Mailing address: PO Box 334, Fort Myers, FL 33902 |
![14956030 10211021523874925 6228878098040232904 n](https://cascade.madmimi.com/promotion_images/1460/5182/original/14956030_10211021523874925_6228878098040232904_n.jpg?1479043240) Scene from WINGS, November 2016 |
The Laboratory Theater of Florida, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is dedicated to the promotion of the performing arts, through live performance, education, community outreach, experimentation, and the development of ensemble work. The company features ensemble productions, produces classic works, takes artistic risks, and features and challenges local performers of various skill levels. |
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