Ray Hollister
With a career beginning in 1997 on the stage as Stewpot in South Pacific in the Douglas Anderson School of the Arts summer musical, Ray Hollister has since evolved into a luminary of the local theatre scene. At the helm of JaxPlays as its creator and executive director, Ray is dedicated to enriching Jacksonville’s cultural landscape through preserving the past, promoting the present and propelling the future of live theatre in Jacksonville, Florida, and its surrounding areas. Ray is also a proud member of the American Theatre Critics/Journalists Association, further cementing his dedication to the art form and its critical examination.
Theatre reviews and articles by Ray Hollister
'No Exit' - A Mystery Box You Can't Escape
No Exit, an adaptation of Jean-Paul Sartre’s Huis clos, by Lumen Repertory Theatre, is a disconcerting mystery box that traps you in its intrigue. This remarkable performance beckons you to delve into the human mind’s darkest corners as three newly departed souls are abruptly gathered in a solitary room.
'The Savannah Sipping Society': A Toast to Sisterhood and Laughter at St. Marys Little Theatre
This weekend, the St. Marys Little Theatre came alive with the vibrant performance of The Savannah Sipping Society. The play, a heartwarming comedy, revolves around four Southern women who, through unexpected circumstances, form a bond that transcends their individual struggles and differences.
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Hey folks,
Ray Hollister here, lead editor and developer of JaxPlays.
I started JaxPlays on January 9, 2020. Perhaps not the best timing. 🤷🏻♂️
Needless to say, things did not go as we expected for local, live theatre that year or the next.