The Naples Players Announces Season 73: Celebrating Stories That Unite Us

The Naples Players has announced its 73rd season, a thoughtfully curated lineup built around the theme celebrating stories that unite us. Sponsored by Porsche Naples, Season 73 spans large-scale musicals, intimate plays, classic works, new productions, and student performances, reflecting the organization’s continued commitment to building community through exceptional access to the power of theatre.

Bryce Alexander

“This season represents a real moment of momentum for our theatre,” said Bryce Alexander, CEO and Executive Artistic Director of The Naples Players. “Season 73 reflects how far we’ve come as an organization and where we’re headed next. These stories are about people showing up for one another, and that idea mirrors the way theatre functions at its best.”

Season 73 marks Artistic Director Phillip Fazio’s (Focus Photo) first season under CEO and Executive Artistic Director Bryce Alexander, with a lineup designed to engage audiences across generations.

The 73rd Major Season productions include:

Les Misérables (June 24–July 26, 2026)
Over the River & Through the Woods (October 7–October 25, 2026)
Rocket Man (October 21–November 22, 2026)
Come From Away (November 18–December 20, 2026)
Murder on the Orient Express (January 13–February 14, 2027)
The Glass Menagerie (February 3–March 7, 2027)
Hello, Dolly! (March 10–April 11, 2027)
Constellations (March 31–May 2, 2027)
The Book of Will (May 5–May 23, 2027)

In addition to its mainstage productions, Season 73 is deeply connected to The Naples Players’ education and community programs. Performances by TNPAcademy students, Readers Theatre productions, and new works sit alongside the major season, reinforcing the organization’s belief that theatre thrives when artists, students, and audiences learn and grow together.

The Readers Theatre & Actors Studio Season includes:

Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol (December 12–20, 2026)
Odds, Ends, & Other Stories (November 15, 2026)
Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike (February 27–28, 2027)
Mixed Nuts (March 21, 2027)

The season also includes the first performance from TNP and NCH’s ArtRx collaboration, with the premiere of the original works called Healing Voices (October 18, 2026). Continuing its support of local artists, TNP will also produce Going Blind, a new play by local playwright Ricki Baker (April 24–25, 2027).

The TNPA Education Season, featuring the region’s young artists, includes:

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (July 11–12, 2026)
Camp Rock JR (July 18–21, 2026)
The Addams Family Musical JR (October 31–November 8, 2026)
Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn (December 12–19, 2026)
The Outsiders (February 27–March 7, 2027)
Shrek the Musical JR (April 10–19, 2027)
Urinetown (May 15–23, 2027)

Showcase classes for elementary-age students in this year’s TNPA offerings include Magic Tree House: Pirates Past Noon, Willy Wonka Kids, 101 Dalmatians, and Ever After the Musical.

Season 73 will be presented at The Naples Players’ theatre (The Sugden Community Theater) on 5th Avenue South in downtown Naples. Season tickets will be available for renewal and purchase beginning February 16, with the option to renew or purchase online for the first time. Individual tickets go on sale April 6. Ticket prices range from $50–$55 for season ticket holders, $57 for Work & Play Pass holders, and $62–$67 for the general public. Discounts are available for veterans, first responders, educators, and students, and The Naples Players continues to offer a “Pay What You Can” program to ensure access for all members of the community.

For more information about Season 73, subscriptions, or programs, visit: naplesplayers.org/season73.

About The Naples Players

Founded in 1953, The Naples Players is a nationally recognized community theatre dedicated to building community through exceptional access to the power of theatre. Located in the heart of downtown Naples, The Naples Players engages more than 850 volunteers annually and reaches over 70,000 audience members and students through high-quality productions, inclusive education programs, and innovative community partnerships. The Naples Players is home to the Baker Day School of the Academy of Dramatic Arts, the only full-time performing arts school in Southwest Florida. With a newly renovated, LEED-certified facility, The Naples Players continues to serve as a cultural hub and leader in how theatres can impact their communities. Learn more at naplesplayers.org.