TNP Season 73 Show & Ticket Guide

As we step into Season 73, I invite you to join us with gratitude and optimism for a season centered on connection. How it is formed, tested, broken, and renewed. This season reflects our mission at The Naples Players: building community through exceptional access to the power of theatre.

The stories of Season 73 explore what it means to belong, to reach across difference, and to find one another in moments of joy, loss, humor, and hope. From sweeping musicals to intimate dramas, powerful mysteries, and heartfelt comedies, each production asks us to look closely at the relationships that define our lives and the humanity we share.

What makes this work possible is the community behind it. With thousands of season ticket holders, more than 800 active volunteers, and one of the most ambitious production calendars in the country, The Naples Players operates at a scale matched by very few nonprofit theatres nationally. Artists, volunteers, students, and professionals work side by side every day, creating work that is deeply local and increasingly recognized beyond our region.

Connection at TNP extends far beyond the stage. Through education, inclusive programs, and partnerships with more than 45 community organizations, the impact of this work reaches people of all ages and backgrounds.

None of this is possible without you. Our patrons, volunteers, donors, and supporters are the heart of The Naples Players. Whether you have been with us for decades or are discovering TNP for the first time, you are an essential part of the stories and connections we celebrate this season.

As Season 73 begins, I invite you to experience these stories with us. From first scenes to final bows, may they remind us of the power of coming together.

Thank you for being part of The Naples Players. I can’t wait to see you at the theatre.

Bryce Alexander CEO & Executive Artistic Director

OUR MISSION & IMPACT

At The Naples Players, we build community through exceptional access to the power of theatre.

2025 HIGHLIGHTS

A Record Year of Volunteerism

In 2025, more than 850 volunteers gave over 87,000 hours of their time — the most in TNP history. Every usher, actor, technician, and teacher embodies our belief that theatre builds community not just on stage, but through shared purpose and service.

Unprecedented Season Participation

More than 2,000 households were active season ticket holders in our 72nd Season — our largest audience base ever. Each subscriber represents a commitment to keeping the arts accessible, sustainable, and thriving in Naples.

National Awards & Recognition

TNP was featured on the national television series America By Design: Architecture , showcasing our award-winning renovation and highlighting TNP as Florida’s only LEED-certified theater. Meanwhile, TNP won the Grand Aurora Award , recognizing our renovation as a standout across 12 states and in more than 60 categories!

Opening of the Baker Day School

In Fall 2025, The Baker Day School opened its doors to 29 exceptional students, each selected for their talent, discipline, and potential to shape the future of storytelling. These students are pursuing both artistic and academic excellence within a program that combines rigorous training, individualized mentorship, and compassionate leadership — a model of education found nowhere else in Southwest Florida.

JAN 1 - DEC 31, 2025

70,000+ TICKETS SOLD

2,000+ SEASON TICKET HOLDERS

87,000+ VOLUNTEER HOURS

$250k+ IN EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS PROVIDED 850+ ACTIVE VOLUNTEERS

45+ COMMUNITY PARTNERS SERVED

OUR MISSION & IMPACT

A NATIONAL MODEL FOR LOCAL IMPACT

National Innovation Through ArtRx

Together with NCH, TNP launched a national pilot program — ARTrx — bringing the healing benefits of art to every NCH campus. This groundbreaking partnership turns hospital spaces into creative sanctuaries for patients and employees alike, demonstrating how the arts can build healthier, more connected communities through higher patient and employee satisfaction and outcomes.

Expanding Unique Partnerships

Our Arts Access Program now serves more than 45 partner organizations, including The Baker Senior Center, Grace Place, and the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. Through these collaborations, TNP is impacting the daily lives of everyone who lives and visits here, most of whom will never know the ways that TNP has improved the safety and wellbeing of our community.

Sensory-Friendly Booth

Our custom-created sensory-friendly viewing booth provides families and individuals with sensory sensitivities the ability to enjoy live performances in a welcoming, supported environment. This innovative space has become a national and international model for arts inclusion.

Inclusive Theatre Programs

Inclusive classes invite students of all abilities, including those on the autism spectrum or with sensory processing differences, to sing, act, and dance in a supportive group setting. We also offer a six-month inclusive Apprentice Program designed for adults with developmental disabilities to gain practical hands-on experience throughout the theatre industry!

Sharing our Model Nationwide

Craig Price, our Director of Community Engagement, represents TNP across the U.S. and Canada , teaching other organizations to develop inclusive theatre programs. His work extends our mission far beyond Naples and empowers others to use theatre as a tool for connection.

Provol Award

The inaugural Provol Award from the Collier Community Foundation recognized The Naples Players for its broad and measurable impact across the community. The award honored how TNP leverages the arts as a platform for education, workforce development, civic engagement, and social connection, reaching far beyond the stage.

SHAPING LIVES THROUGH LEARNING EDUCATION AT TNP

After School & Youth Engagement

In 2025, more than 1,000 young people — ages 4 to 18 — stepped away from their screens and into the spotlight through our after-school theatre programs. From the youngest performers learning to share the stage for the very first time, to teens producing full-scale shows like Ride the Cyclone and SIX: Teen Edition , these programs give young people a place to look up from their phones, speak out, and connect face-to-face. They’re discovering confidence, empathy, and leadership; lessons that reach far beyond the theatre.

Expanding Learning Pathways

In addition to our formal programs (see Baker Day School Highlight on Page 3), more than 20 students traveled to New York City to experience Broadway productions, meet industry professionals, and take invaluable performance workshops in the heart of the theatre industry.

Lifelong Learning Adult Programs

Our adult education classes are proof that learning and creativity don’t end with age, they evolve. From first-time actors finding their confidence to professionals rediscovering play, these programs invite adults of all backgrounds to grow, connect, and challenge themselves in a supportive, joy-filled environment.

BAKER DAY SCHOOL

The Baker Day School is a full-time performing arts middle and high school at The Naples Players that combines strong academics with daily training in theatre, music, and dance. With small class sizes and professional instruction in real performance spaces, students grow as confident artists, collaborators, and learners — prepared for college and life beyond the stage.

Learn more at: naplesplayers.org/school

SEASON 73: SEASON 73: Celebrating stories that unite us.

Why these stories, and why now?

Every season at The Naples Players begins with a shared purpose: to bring people together through story. For Season 73, we leaned into that purpose with intention, selecting works that ask us to look beyond our differences and recognize what we share.

These stories explore the connections that shape our lives: family ties and chosen communities, unlikely friendships, and moments of understanding that bridge the space between us. Some connections are joyful, others are complicated. Each one reminds us that beneath our varied experiences, we share the same hopes, fears, and desire to belong.

Season 73 invites us to sit side by side, listen closely, and recognize ourselves in one another. These stories are meant to spark conversation, empathy, and connection, reminding us of the joy, understanding, and shared humanity that live at the heart of great theatre.

Connect with something that moves you this season at TNP.

Lyrics

JUN 24 - JUL 26, 2026 IN THE KIZZIE THEATER

THE TIMELESS MUSICAL OF HOPE AND HUMANITY

A global sensation with an iconic score, Les Misérables unfolds against the turmoil of 19th-century France. As lives intersect across decades of upheaval and revolution, characters fight for dignity, redemption, and hope in an unjust world. An epic tale that has moved audiences for generations, this powerful musical celebrates compassion, resilience, and the enduring strength of community.

OCT 07 - OCT 25, 2026 IN THE KIZZIE THEATER

OCT 21 - NOV 22, 2026 IN THE PRICE STUDIO THEATER

A TALE OF FAMILY, FOOD, AND HEARTFELT TRUTH A SERIOUS COMEDY ABOUT SECOND CHANCES

When Nick announces plans to move away, his closeknit family has other ideas. Over the River and Through the Woods is a heartfelt comedy about love, loyalty, and the pull of home. Filled with humor, tradition, and honest emotion, this charming play celebrates family bonds, generational connection, and the moments that remind us where we belong.

Donny Rowan puts his life on the front lawn and looks to the stars, convinced a “parallel world” holds every road he never chose. As his search deepens, the people closest to him are pulled into the question of what might have been, and what still can be. Rocket Man is a funny, moving play about longing, love, and choosing your way forward.

NOV 18 - DEC 20, 2026 IN THE KIZZIE THEATER JAN 13 - FEB 14, 2027 IN THE KIZZIE THEATER

The Olivier Award–winning musical inspired by a remarkable true story, Come From Away tells how a small Newfoundland town welcomed thousands of stranded travelers with humor, music, and open hearts. Brimming with energy and a joyful folkinspired score, this feel-good show celebrates the simple power of people coming together.

A glamorous train ride takes a deadly turn when a murder stops the Orient Express. With suspects everywhere and secrets piling up, detective Hercule Poirot must untangle lies before the killer strikes again. Packed with clever twists and sharp wit, Murder on the Orient Express is a thrilling whodunit that invites audiences to play along and enjoy every delicious surprise.

FEB 03 - MAR 07, 2027 IN THE PRICE STUDIO THEATER

As personal dreams clash with economic reality, Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie offers an intimate look at a family caught between what was and what might be. Told through memory, the play follows a mother and her two children as they wrestle with love, responsibility, and escape. Tender and deeply human, this lyrical classic reveals how hope and longing shape the choices that define our lives.

MAR 10 - APR 11, 2027 IN THE KIZZIE THEATER

MAR 31 - MAY 02, 2027 IN THE PRICE STUDIO THEATER

MAY 05 - MAY 23, 2027 IN THE KIZZIE THEATER

Bursting with energy and heart, Hello, Dolly! follows the irrepressible Dolly Gallagher Levi as she schemes, matches, and joyfully nudges lives toward love. Set in turn-of-the-century New York, this classic musical brims with wit, romance, and some of Broadway’s most unforgettable songs. A jubilant celebration of second chances and living boldly!

Exploring the infinite possibilities of human connection, Constellations traces one relationship across parallel moments and alternate outcomes. As love, chance, and choice collide, this inventive play reveals how even the smallest decisions can shape an entire life. Intimate, funny, and quietly profound, Constellations captures the fragile beauty of possibility.

Based on true events, The Book of Will uncovers the remarkable story behind how the greatest plays ever written survived against the odds. After Shakespeare’s death, his friends race to collect, protect, and publish his work before it is lost forever. Sweeping and deeply human, this powerful drama celebrates legacy, loyalty, and the enduring force of the stories that shape generations.

TICKETS, PASSES & PACKAGES

TO FIT EVERY SCHEDULE & BUDGET

Season Ticket holders have the greatest access at the best prices. Choose as few as three shows with a Flex Package or see the whole season with our Platinum Package. Looking for just the peak season shows in our 450-seat Kizzie Theater? Our Gold Package is built just for that. Pick your seats early, get discounts on additional tickets, save on wine and beer, and level up by adding Elite Perks to your package.

For people who know there’s a show they want to see, but don’t want to commit to a specific night. Choose the production you’re most excited about, then redeem your tickets for any performance date* when you’re ready. Available in packs of 4, 6, or 8 tickets, Work & Play Passes offer added value with complete scheduling flexibility.

*See Pages 14 & 15 for seating charts

TNP ELITE PERKS

ONE ANNUAL FEE. ALL THE EXTRA PERKS.

Adding Elite Perks to your Season Ticket Package at TNP is an easy way to show your support for our mission as a nonprofit community theater and be rewarded for it! Simply add the Elite Perks option on your Package Order Form and enjoy even more this season at TNP.

ELITE PERKS INCLUDE:

A Complimentary Premium Wine, Beer, or Soda at Each Production

Unlimited Additional Tickets at Package Pricing*

10% off at the TNP Encore Boutique

Exclusive Invitation to Season Reveal Party

Access to the Einhorn Outdoor Lounge*

*Subject to availability

ONE-TIME FEE BY NUMBER OF SHOWS IN YOUR SEASON TICKET PACKAGE

3-4 SHOWS

$50/person

5-8 SHOWS

$75/person

ALL 9 SHOWS

$100/person

*EASY ORDER CODE:

THE EASIEST WAY TO GET SEASON TICKETS!

Choose a column above to attend each show on the same week and time. Example: Select Easy Order Code 2W if you want to attend shows on Wednesday evenings during the 2nd week of performances. (Platinum & Gold Season Ticket Holders Only)

SHOW DATES & TIMES

** HOLIDAY & ALTERNATE DATES

If your easy order package week contains any of these dates, you will automatically be rescheduled to the dates below:

• July 4 reschedules to June 30

• Nov 6 reschedules to Nov 3

• Nov 26 reschedules to Nov 24

• March 28 reschedules to March 23

† FLEX ONLY DATES

Platinum & Gold Packages are available only in Weeks 1–3, allowing you the same seat and day for every production. Weeks 4–5 are Flex Package only. Flex Packages allow you to choose any dates and seats across the season. Beginning April 1, Platinum and Gold Package holders may exchange into available Flex dates. 13

THEATER MAPS

THE KIZZIE THEATER

STANDARD SEATS

PREMIUM SEATS

Wheelchair-Accessible Seating

ADDITIONAL SHOWS

EDUCATION & READERS THEATRE IN 2026-2027

The Naples Players Academy of Dramatic Arts provides educational programming for ages 2-18. Each season students in our performancebased classes participate in full theatrical performances in our Glass and Kizzie Theaters. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Box Office when general tickets go on sale in June 2026.

Tickets: $25

JUL 11 & 12** -2026-

JUL 18-21**

AUG 7-9* -2026OCT 31 - NOV 8** -2026A PR 10-19** -2027MAY 15-23 * -2027DEC 12-19* -2026-

Our TNP Readers Theatre is an adult performance program that focuses on the written word. Seasonally, Readers Theatre produces a series of one-act plays, dramas, and classic works performed with scripts in hand and without props or costumes. Tickets may be purchased directly from the Box Office when general tickets go on sale in June 2026. Tickets: $25

RADIO

THEATRE

TNP’s Radio Theatre brings classic stories and new adaptations straight into your home. These productions follow the style of vintage broadcast dramas, relying on expressive performances, rich narration, and detailed soundscapes to pull listeners into the world of the story. You can enjoy them from anywhere, at any time, without giving up the quality you expect from TNP.

READERS THEATRE

Our Arts Access program provides opportunities and resources for community members of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to participate in our unparalleled, high-quality theatrical arts experiences.

PERFORMANCE ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES:

WHEELCHAIR SEATING & PARKING

ASSISTED LISTENING DEVICES

SENSORY-FRIENDLY BOOTH

SIGN LANGUAGE*

BRAILLE PERFORMANCE GUIDES

LARGE PRINT PERFORMANCE GUIDES

ACCESSIBLE GUIDES

SENSORY BAGS

RELAXED PERFORMANCES

*Requires two-week advance notice.

ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES & PROGRAMS AT

TNP

BOOTH FEATURES:

• Private entrance

• Lighting, sound, and temperature controls

The Kizzie Theater features the country’s only sensory-friendly booth for individuals and families with sensory processing disorders to enjoy every performance.

• Customizable seating and wheelchair accessibility

• Freedom to sit, stand, and move as needed

• Tactile sensory engagement items

Join the Patty & Jay Baker

PERFORMING ARTS CIRCLE

This group of TNP enthusiasts, community supporters, and philanthropists are at the center of all TNP happenings. Get closer to The Naples Players’ work through invitations to intimate gatherings, tours, and programming all year long.

Performing Arts Circle members represent annual donors of more than $10,000 to TNP’s operations, including performances, education, and accessibility programs.

Benefits increase with donation size and include pre-show access to the Fisher Sunset Terrace, invitations to exclusive donor events, private dinners with the CEO, behind the scenes access, priority Gala seating, and much more.

CURRENT PERFORMING ARTS CIRCLE DONORS FOR 2025 (ALPHABETICAL)

Mike & Jackie Baird

Patty & Jay Baker

Alice M. Bassett

Theresa Bill

Robert Brady & Kathleen Callahan

Richard & Diane Breithaupt

Robert & Ruth Brown

HL & Kerry Burkley

George D’Angelo & Laura St Clair

Adam & Sally DeFrancesco

Kerry & Maegan Dustin

Steven & Shelley Einhorn

Glen Engelmann

John & Catherine Estey

Richard & Elizabeth Flury

Peter & Ginny Foreman

Marcus & Julie Fuller

Tanya & Denny Glass

Bruce & Joanie Graev

Bruce & Robin Bache Gray

Jerrilyn & David Hoffmann

Alan & Liz Jaffe

Jeffrey & Judith Kane

Dan & Lily Kao

John & Tina Kennedy

Kevin & Dorota Kilstrom

Sarann & Stan Kraushaar

Sally Lackey

Terry Libby & Larry Siegel

Joan T. Loos

Diane & Dan McCaw

Darlene & Mark Miller

Linda & Jim Mizeur

Peggy & Jim Monson

Beth Petrunoff

Tom Ray & Lorena Aguirre

Leonard & Rebecca Rosenberg

Patricia Scoville

Rebecca & Larry Silber

David B & Vicky Smith

Peter & Deborah Smith

Sam & Karen Smith

Eva Sugden Gomez

Peter & Janet Swinburn

Robert W. Uek

Anthony Venezia

Ginny A. Veras

Giselle Wagner & Paul Myerson

Eric & Daria Wallach

Nancy Woolf

Anita & Bill Wright

Bruce & Deborah Yarde

Ron & Kathryn Zagel

Art.

A TIMELESS PARTNERSHIP

JUNE 24 - JULY 26, 2026