Season 17
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Raise the Curtain!

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Theater is a community. Each production requires contributions of all types and sizes to “Raise the Curtain!” The Lab is now asking you to help us Raise the Curtain – and Keep it Up! The Lab works hard to provide daring productions, educational outreach, and accessible ticketing options, and thanks to Zeffy, every dollar you donate goes directly to the cause!

Please donate today and help us raise the curtain on another incredible season. Thank you!
 
 
 
Help us Raise the Curtain here!
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Click here for Audition Info and Character Descriptions!

UP NEXT!

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Tickets and Info here!
The 24-Hour Playwriting Project — June 28

The perennial favorite bucket list event, The 24-Hour Playwriting Project, is back for Season 17!  The theme for this season is once again a well-guarded secret, as are the handicaps, props, and other requirements given to the playwrights at the absolute last minute. Playwrights will be assigned a theme, a director, and actors. Within just 24 hours, you will see the fruits of their labor when we present all of their short plays to be judged by a panel of area theater and arts professionals.   A hugely popular event! Included in your season pass upon request. 

One performance only – June 28th.

The 24-Hour Playwriting Project is available for sponsorship.

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Fort Myers’ home of intentionally innovative live theater.