Season Archive

Music of the Bahamas

Music of The Bahamas tells the story of the origins of Bahamian folk music from the days of slavery to the mid-20th century. More Info.

Nat Zegree’s The History of Rock ‘n’ Roll

The award-winning star of Million Dollar Quartet is back with a new concert event charting the development of rock ‘n' roll in the 1940s and 50s. With his signature charm and one-of-a-kind talent, Nat takes audiences on a musical journey like no other! More Info.

Performing Arts Summer Camps

Join us to create, share, and perform!

With options for students Grade 3-12, young performers will take center stage to perform their hearts out in thrilling performing arts camps from Orlando Shakes! While learning from theater professionals, young actors will tackle essential acting skills while exploring their craft through fun themes, including stories from Magic Tree House, Wild Kratts, Shakespeare, and more!

Camps on sale now! More Info.

CECE TENEAL: PORTRAIT OF ARETHA

Aretha Franklin taught us how to "Think" and demand "Respect..." all while ridin' on the "Freeway of Love!" In PORTRAIT OF ARETHA, CeCe Teneal honors the legacy of the Queen of Soul with personalized interpretations of both popular and lesser-known songs from this 18-Grammy-Award-winning icon’s 50-year career. More Info.

WELCOME TO MATTESON!

Don’t miss this dark comedy that Inda Craig-Galván showcased as part of Orlando Shakes’ PlayFest 2020! Patricia and Gerald are quite proud of the life they’ve built in suburban Matteson, Illinois. They host a welcome-to-the-neighborhood dinner party for their new neighbors, Regina and Corey. More Info.

STUART LITTLE

The endearing classic about a mouse named Stuart born into an ordinary New York family comes alive onstage. More Info.

ORLANDO SHAKES ANNOUNCES 37TH SEASON

Two Pulitzer Prize-winning plays, a popular annual holiday tradition, and Shakespeare’s most famous love story will highlight Orlando Shakes’ 2025-2026 season, it was announced today.

Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, Central Florida’s premiere professional regional theater, will feature five productions as part of its Signature Series, two children’s shows, and its Christmas time audience favorite, A Christmas Carol. More Info.

Gala 2025

Get ready for an enchanting evening as Orlando Shakes hosts our 36th Season Gala at the Orlando Shakespeare Theater on March 30, 2025 beginning at 5:00 p.m. Just as Orlando Shakes produces top-notch classical and contemporary plays, so will Emmy, Tony, and SAG Award nominee, NORM LEWIS thrill you with his performance. You and your guests will also enjoy Arthur’s gourmet cuisine with an open bar and an exquisite silent auction. More Info.

CHASE PADGETT: HOW TO PLAY GUITAR (POORLY)

Beloved Orlando musician and actor Chase Padgett (6 Guitars, Nashville Hurricane, 6 String Christmas) brings another solo comedic cabaret to the Orlando Shakes. This time Chase dives into his life long relationship to music through story, song, and a few unforgettable improv moments made up on the spot. More Info.

CABARET

Let Orlando Shakes take you back to Berlin in the late 1920 where, inside the Kit Kat Club, a spotlight shines on the colorful, gritty, and hedonistic lives found inside. More Info.