Driving Miss Daisy at Theatre Jacksonville is an incredibly touching and beautiful production, effortlessly blending humor with poignancy. Set in Atlanta from the late 1940s to the early 1970s, it artfully and vividly chronicles the evolving relationship between Daisy Werthan, a headstrong Southern Jewish widow and Hoke Colburn, her patient and dignified chauffeur. As they navigate societal changes and personal growth, their deepening bond reveals layers of mutual respect and affection. Alfred Uhry’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play shines here, offering a heartfelt and profoundly moving exploration of prejudice and the transformative power of friendship.

Lauren Gunderson’s The Revolutionists unfolds at Players by the Sea as a vibrant, audacious exploration of sisterhood, revolution and the power of storytelling. Set during the upheaval of the French Revolution, this play brings together four dynamic characters: playwright Olympe de Gouges, assassin Charlotte Corday, the infamous Marie Antoinette and Marianne Angelle. Marianne is a fictional embodiment of the free Black women who were vital to the revolutionary movements in Saint-Domingue, modern-day Haiti. Though their paths never crossed in reality, Gunderson brings them together in this bold, meta-theatrical drama, filled with modern language and self-referential wit. The production delves into themes of female empowerment and artistic expression, offering a fresh lens through which to view history.

The Mousetrap, performed at the Amelia Community Theatre, plunges its audience into a suspenseful game of cat and mouse, where every character is a suspect and every word could be a clue. Agatha Christie’s legendary play, known for its intricate plot and surprising twists, opens in the remote Monkswell Manor, where a group of strangers is snowed in during a fierce winter storm. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that one of them is not who they appear to be. Tensions rise as Detective Sergeant Trotter arrives with alarming news: a murderer is in their midst, and they must work together to uncover the truth before it’s too late.

In the eerie, backwoods town of Hope Falls, West Virginia, an unsettling discovery is made — a boy with bat-like features and feral instincts — is found in a desolate cave. ABET - All Beaches Experimental Theatre’s production of Bat Boy: The Musical confronts the tensions between humanity and monstrosity in a darkly comedic satire that examines the terrifying power of fear and ignorance.

In a grim future where water is worth its weight in gold, The 5 & Dime’s production of Urinetown throws you into a world where paying to pee is the norm, and defiance comes with steep consequences. This Tony Award-winning musical is a satirical take on corporate greed, environmental issues and social justice, blending humor and biting commentary in a dystopian setting that is as thought-provoking as it is absolutely ridiculous.

Players by the Sea’s latest production of Tarzan plunges its audience into a lush, vibrant jungle, transforming both the lobby and the theater into a fully immersive experience that blurs the lines between stage and seating. As the house lights dim, the audience is immediately drawn into the world of Tarzan through a poignant and creatively rendered shadow-play that recounts the character’s beginnings, setting a profound emotional tone from the outset.

Lumen Repertory Theatre’s innovative double-feature production, Slow Burn, brings together Edward Albee’s absurdist works The American Dream and The Zoo Story. This unusual combination provides a vivid juxtaposition of two distinct narratives: one a satirical critique of American family life, the other a penetrating look at social alienation in a modern urban setting. The production’s clever interpretations and well-executed dramatic performance effectively invites a captivated audience into Albee’s complex psychological landscapes, evoking the overall meaninglessness and loneliness inherent in modern life throughout both one-act plays.

Legally Blonde has arrived at Amelia Musical Playhouse, bringing with it a flurry of pink, passion and empowerment. This exuberant musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods, a seemingly naive sorority girl from Malibu, chasing after her ex-boyfriend to Harvard in an attempt to win him back, only to find herself mastering the law and redefining her life’s purpose. What starts as a quest for love transforms into a journey of self-discovery.

The Alhambra Theatre & Dining’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat dazzles with its vibrant retelling of the classic Biblical story of Joseph, favored for his prophetic gifts and his radiant coat. Betrayed by his jealous brothers and sold into slavery, Joseph endures trials in Egypt, rising from despair to triumph through his extraordinary ability to interpret dreams. This vibrant production, with its eclectic musical styles, stunning choreography and brilliant costumes, beautifully captures the themes of forgiveness and redemption.

ShakesBeer: A Brewery Tour returns with its unique blend of Shakespeare, interactive storytelling and brewery tour, creating a boisterous, booze-infused celebration of the Bard’s works. The talented ensemble of Jas Abramowitz, Josh Andrews, Rina Hajra-Gjoka, Katie Johnston, Amy Love, Nicole Maahs, Hayley Smith, Christopher Watson and Brian Niece, transforms local breweries into impromptu stages, delivering a show that is part theatre, part game show and entirely entertaining.

Greenlight Theatre Company’s Cabaret centers on the burlesque theatre called the Kit Kat Club in 1930s Berlin, Germany, where American novelist Cliff Bradshaw meets and falls in love with the excentric cabaret singer Sally Bowles, as the shadow of Nazism begins to fall over the city.

Cabaret at the John McManus Mainstage Theatre transports audiences straight into the heart of the Kit Kat Club. VIP tables adorned with low-lit lamps, champagne bottles and glasses along the front rows create a vibrant, club-like atmosphere, perfectly capturing the era’s essence. With this immersive setup, the audience feels swept into the the events of Cabaret rather than just watching it.

Boeing Boeing at the Alhambra Theatre & Dining, is a high-flying farce that catapults audiences into the comedic chaos of Bernard, a smooth-talking and insanely chauvinistic bachelor juggling three fiancées — all flight attendants on different airlines. The unexpected arrival of his school friend, Robert, coincides with the airlines introducing newer, faster jets, disrupting the stewardesses’ flight plans and unraveling Bernard’s meticulously scheduled life in a delightful turbulence of confusion and comedy.

Set fifteen years after Nora Helmer famously slammed the door on her life, Limelight Theatre’s production of A Doll’s House, Part 2 offers a fresh perspective on a classic story, delving into the complexities of personal freedom, societal expectations and one woman’s steadfast commitment to her own principles and autonomy above all else.

Following the rollicking success of Southern Fried Funeral in 2022, St. Marys Little Theatre brings audiences back to the bayou bliss of New Edinburgh, Mississippi, with its sequel, Southern Fried Nuptials. The play is as delightful and comforting as a warm Southern evening, filled with the laughter and eccentricities one would expect from a family wedding set in the heart of the South.

Trouble in Mind at Players by the Sea is a compelling, provacative and sometimes hilarious dramatic comedy that whisks audiences to the backstage world of 1950s New York City. The play centers around Wiletta Mayer, a talented, veteran Black actress who, after years of playing secondary characters, finally lands a lead role in a Broadway-bound play. Her excitement quickly sours when she discovers that her character perpetuates biased stereotypes.

Presented by the FSCJ Artist Series at the Moran Theater in the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts, Disney’s Frozen elevates the original film with a more complex narrative, dynamic stagecraft, stunning costumes and powerful performances.

In a limited engagement at the Adele Grage Cultural Center, The Near Disaster of Jasper and Casper mesmerizes audiences with its unique blend of fairy-tale whimsy and sharp modern humor. This solo show, masterfully written and performed by Jason Woods, is a brilliant display of theatrical craftsmanship.

First Date is a hilarious and charming musical that follows the story of Aaron (Mitchell Wohl), a nervous investment banker, and Casey (Mary Elizabeth Schubert), a quick-witted artist, who are set up on a blind date at a bustling New York City cafe. Throughout their evening, their inner anxieties and hopes burst into life with the unexpected interventions of their ex-partners, overbearing relatives and a gaggle of imaginary advisors who appear out of the ether to dish out advice, often comically unsolicited.

In homage to mid-century black-and-white suspenseful horror flicks that elicit more groans than actual ghouls, Act II Players presents Beware the House on Haunted Hill!

As the script says, ‘good artists borrow, great artists steal.’ Remember the original film with Vincent Price, or the 1990s remake starring Geoffrey Rush? This production is like those, but more earnest. By that I mean Earnest goes to the House on Haunted Hill — campy and fun, with more dead jokes than dad jokes alongside a few modest jump scares and creepy cameos.

In the world of musical theatre, it’s rare to find a production that invites its audience to simply sit back, relax, and enjoy a good laugh and a few drinks while being serenaded by the sounds of the ocean. The Alhambra Theatre & Dining’s latest offering, Escape to Margaritaville, does just that, enveloping its audience in a tropical paradise from the moment they step into the venue.

Escape to Margaritaville is a musical getaway, woven with the iconic tunes of Jimmy Buffett, that transports its audience to a tropical paradise where the party never ends.

Six burst onto the stage Tuesday night at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts and instantly captivated Jacksonville’s theater-goers.

Six stands out for its incredibly original storytelling style, a departure from traditional musical theatre. Rather than transporting the audience to a distant realm, the characters—Henry VIII’s six wives—take to the stage right here, right now, in Jacksonville, sharing their life stories through an unforgettable concert.