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Asolo Repertory Theatre

Downtown · America/New_York

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About this venue

A nationally recognized regional theater bringing world-class performances to Sarasota.


About the Theater

Asolo Repertory Theatre is one of the premier professional theaters in the southeastern United States and a cornerstone of Sarasota’s thriving arts community. Located in the Florida State University Center for the Performing Arts, Asolo Rep produces a wide range of performances each season, including classic plays, contemporary works, and large-scale musicals.

Founded in 1959, the theater has built a national reputation for high-quality productions and talented performers. Each season features an ambitious lineup of shows that attract audiences from across Florida and beyond.

Asolo Rep is also closely connected with the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training, one of the top graduate acting programs in the country. This partnership allows the theater to combine seasoned professionals with emerging talent, creating dynamic productions throughout the year.

With its intimate setting and consistently strong programming, Asolo Rep remains a must-visit destination for theater lovers visiting Sarasota.


Quick Facts

  • Location: Sarasota, Florida
  • Founded: 1959
  • Venue: Florida State University Center for the Performing Arts
  • Type: Professional regional theater
  • Known For: Classic plays, modern productions, and Broadway-style musicals

Upcoming events

Next two weeks at this venue.

Tue17

The Unfriend

Tue, Mar 17 · 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Written by Steven Moffat Directed by Peter Rothstein From the writer of television’s Dr. Who, Sherlock, and Dracula comes a hilarious new play about an unwanted house guest. After twenty years of marriage, Peter and Debbie are enjoying a cruise and a break from their annoying teenagers, when they meet a suspiciously friendly fellow passenger named Elsa. Faster than you can say ‘Keep Calm and Carry On,’ she’s taken up residence in their suburban home. Asolo Rep stages the US premiere of this hugely entertaining and satirical look at the terrifying lengths we go to just to be nice.

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Wed18

The Unfriend

Wed, Mar 18 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Written by Steven Moffat Directed by Peter Rothstein From the writer of television’s Dr. Who, Sherlock, and Dracula comes a hilarious new play about an unwanted house guest. After twenty years of marriage, Peter and Debbie are enjoying a cruise and a break from their annoying teenagers, when they meet a suspiciously friendly fellow passenger named Elsa. Faster than you can say ‘Keep Calm and Carry On,’ she’s taken up residence in their suburban home. Asolo Rep stages the US premiere of this hugely entertaining and satirical look at the terrifying lengths we go to just to be nice.

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Wed18

The Unfriend

Wed, Mar 18 · 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Written by Steven Moffat Directed by Peter Rothstein From the writer of television’s Dr. Who, Sherlock, and Dracula comes a hilarious new play about an unwanted house guest. After twenty years of marriage, Peter and Debbie are enjoying a cruise and a break from their annoying teenagers, when they meet a suspiciously friendly fellow passenger named Elsa. Faster than you can say ‘Keep Calm and Carry On,’ she’s taken up residence in their suburban home. Asolo Rep stages the US premiere of this hugely entertaining and satirical look at the terrifying lengths we go to just to be nice.

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Thu19

The Unfriend

Thu, Mar 19 · 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Written by Steven Moffat Directed by Peter Rothstein From the writer of television’s Dr. Who, Sherlock, and Dracula comes a hilarious new play about an unwanted house guest. After twenty years of marriage, Peter and Debbie are enjoying a cruise and a break from their annoying teenagers, when they meet a suspiciously friendly fellow passenger named Elsa. Faster than you can say ‘Keep Calm and Carry On,’ she’s taken up residence in their suburban home. Asolo Rep stages the US premiere of this hugely entertaining and satirical look at the terrifying lengths we go to just to be nice.

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Fri20

The Unfriend

Fri, Mar 20 · 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Written by Steven Moffat Directed by Peter Rothstein From the writer of television’s Dr. Who, Sherlock, and Dracula comes a hilarious new play about an unwanted house guest. After twenty years of marriage, Peter and Debbie are enjoying a cruise and a break from their annoying teenagers, when they meet a suspiciously friendly fellow passenger named Elsa. Faster than you can say ‘Keep Calm and Carry On,’ she’s taken up residence in their suburban home. Asolo Rep stages the US premiere of this hugely entertaining and satirical look at the terrifying lengths we go to just to be nice.

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Sat21

The Unfriend

Sat, Mar 21 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Written by Steven Moffat Directed by Peter Rothstein From the writer of television’s Dr. Who, Sherlock, and Dracula comes a hilarious new play about an unwanted house guest. After twenty years of marriage, Peter and Debbie are enjoying a cruise and a break from their annoying teenagers, when they meet a suspiciously friendly fellow passenger named Elsa. Faster than you can say ‘Keep Calm and Carry On,’ she’s taken up residence in their suburban home. Asolo Rep stages the US premiere of this hugely entertaining and satirical look at the terrifying lengths we go to just to be nice.

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Sat21

The Unfriend

Sat, Mar 21 · 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Written by Steven Moffat Directed by Peter Rothstein From the writer of television’s Dr. Who, Sherlock, and Dracula comes a hilarious new play about an unwanted house guest. After twenty years of marriage, Peter and Debbie are enjoying a cruise and a break from their annoying teenagers, when they meet a suspiciously friendly fellow passenger named Elsa. Faster than you can say ‘Keep Calm and Carry On,’ she’s taken up residence in their suburban home. Asolo Rep stages the US premiere of this hugely entertaining and satirical look at the terrifying lengths we go to just to be nice.

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Sun22

The Unfriend

Sun, Mar 22 · 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Written by Steven Moffat Directed by Peter Rothstein From the writer of television’s Dr. Who, Sherlock, and Dracula comes a hilarious new play about an unwanted house guest. After twenty years of marriage, Peter and Debbie are enjoying a cruise and a break from their annoying teenagers, when they meet a suspiciously friendly fellow passenger named Elsa. Faster than you can say ‘Keep Calm and Carry On,’ she’s taken up residence in their suburban home. Asolo Rep stages the US premiere of this hugely entertaining and satirical look at the terrifying lengths we go to just to be nice.

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