I never know what to put for the headline for these emails! 😆
Hey, I’m News 6 producer Brooke Savage, the writer behind this Setting The Stage newsletter.
As per usual, I’m keeping track of the shows going on where you live, so you can make plans to see them.
Let’s take a look at what’s going on. ⤵
👉 100+ shows to choose from!
United Arts of Central Florida has released a list of fall shows, and there’s quite a diverse selection to choose from.
The lineup has something for everyone. It includes Afrobeat, opera, Latin jazz and folk with performances by both emerging local talent and nationally-recognized artists.
I posted some of the highlights.
🚲 *Cue “Stranger Things” theme music*
Just before Netflix releases the fifth and final season of “Stranger Things” later this year, you can get your own fix of 1980s Hawkins right here in Central Florida.
“Stranger Sings! The Parody Musical” takes you back to 1983 where you follow Mike, Eleven, Lucas, Dustin and the rest of the crew for a night of adventure.
You can expect a trip into the Upside Down, dancing interdimensional creatures, thrills and even justice for everyone’s favorite missing character, Barb.
This show sounds like so much fun! The musical premieres Sept. 19 at Theatre South Playhouse in Orlando. It runs for several weeks. Here’s the info you need.
🤣 Backstage antics take center stage in “Noises Off”
An interesting show that includes slamming doors, flying sardines and actors forgetting their lines is coming to Surfside Playhouse in Cocoa Beach.
That description may sound like a mess, but don’t worry. It’s all part of a show where the actors try to hold everything together on-and-off stage.
“Noises Off” debuts tonight and runs through Sept. 28.
Tickets are $32 for adults and $28 for seniors, military and students. Tap here for info on what to expect.
🎶 What’s happening in showbiz:
⭐ Now - Sunday: “Bright Star” wraps up at Eustis State Theatre
💃 Now - Sept. 21: “All Shook Up” at Daytona Playhouse
✍ Now - Sept. 21: “Anna in the Tropics” at Orlando Shakes
➡ Now - Sept. 28: “Into the Woods” at Ocala Civic Theatre
🎸 Tonight - Sept. 28: “School of Rock” at The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse
🟢 Tonight - Oct. 12: “Young Frankenstein” at Titusville Playhouse
🐕 Tomorrow - Oct. 5: “Go, Dog. Go!” at Orlando Family Stage
🎤 Tomorrow and Sunday: Tate McRae at Kia Center in Orlando
💈 Sept. 19 - Oct. 12: “Sweeney Todd” at Athens Theatre in DeLand
That’s a wrap for this week’s “Setting The Stage” newsletter.
If you have any story ideas on the theatre and arts scene, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at bsavage@wkmg.com.
Also, let me know if there are any local theatres you want me to cover more often.
- 🎭 Brooke