There are many opportunities for the entire family to enjoy at Asolo Rep. Click on the links below to learn more about our programs!
Playtalks and Insights
Insights
Asolo Rep Insights series provides a peek at the intriguing and often humorous inside stories behind the selection, development and staging of each production. Moderated by the Asolo education staff, the one-hour Saturday morning talks include discussions with the cast, directors, and technical artists who create the work you see on stage.
Time: 11AM - Noon Place: Mertz Theatre unless otherwise noted
November
10 A Tale of Two Cities
December
1 Misery (in the Cook Theatre)
29 Doubt
January
19 The Blonde, The Brunette & The Vengeful Redhead (in the Historic Asolo)
February
2 The Constant Wife
March
1 The Play’s the Thing
29 Smash
May
3 Equus
17 Lady (in the Cook Theatre)
June
7 Working
Playtalks
FREE, informal discussions with the cast following selected shows, open to all audience members and anyone who wishes to attend. Moderated by Asolo education staff, Playtalks are a great way to learn more about our productions. Playtalks are free and open to the public, following these performances:
Thursdays Evenings:
A Tale of Two Cities – November 15, 2007
Misery – December 6, 2007 (in the Cook Theatre)
The Constant Wife – January 10, 2008
The Blonde, The Brunette & The Vengeful Redhead – January 24, 2008 (in the Historic Asolo)
Doubt – January 31, 2008
The Play’s The Thing – February 28, 2008
Smash – March 20, 2008
Equus – April 10, 2008
Working – May 22, 2008
Lady – May 29, 2008 (in the Cook Theatre)
Sunday Matinees:
A Tale of Two Cities – October 28, 2007
Misery – November 25, 2007 (in the Cook Theatre)
The Constant Wife – January 6, 2008
The Blonde, the Brunette, and the Vengeful Redhead – January 20, 2008 (in the Historic Asolo)
Doubt – February 17, 2008
Smash – March 30, 2008
Equus – April 20, 2008
Lady – May 11, 2008 (in the Cook Theatre)
Working – June 1, 2008
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Camp Asolo
Does your child love performing?
Camp Asolo is back for a third year of exploration, excitement and fun!
Here is your child’s chance to learn what acting is all about! Camp Asolo focuses on the process of performance from acting and voice to movement and dance, culminating in an informal showing for family and friends.
Mon-Fri, 9 am – 3 pm at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts (Students should bring a bag lunch)
Ages 6-11, June 9-13, 2008 cost: $200
Ages 12 and up, June 16-27, 2008 cost: $399
Register Today!
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Spotlights
The Asolo Education and Outreach Department prepares concise audience guides for each of our productions. Each Spotlight provides background information about the play, playwright, production history, historical context for the play, interviews with the creative team, and fascinating informational tidbits. These guides are available free of charge in our lobby or by clicking the show titles below.
Please note: Spotlights will not be available until after a show has opened.
A Tale of Two Cities
Misery
The Constant Wife
Doubt
The Play's The Things
The Blonde, The Brunette and The Vengeful Reahead
Smash
Equus
Lady
Working
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Kaleidoscope – Summer Program and Touring Show
Kaleidoscope is a musical theatre workshop for teens and adults with developmental disabilities offered in partnership with the Asolo Repertory Theatre and Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities. This groundbreaking five-week intensive summer workshop teaches its 18 unique and talented participants acting, movement, music and art, culminating in joyous performances before thrilled audiences. Talented graduates of the workshop are invited to join a year-round touring company which is available for performances throughout the community. Click here for more detailed program information.
This program could not exist without the help of our dedicated volunteers. For more information about volunteering with this innovative program, call 941-351-9101 Ext. 3320 or email Brian_Hersh@Asolo.org.
Want the Touring Company to come to you? Contact the Kaleidoscope coordinator at 941-355-8808 Ext. 258 to book a performance. Back to top