Updated: 10:23 AM EDT Sep 21, 2025 Editorial Standards ⓘ Dave Elias Reporter FORT MYERS, Fla. — The “greatest fairy tale never told” springs to life in “Shrek the Musical Jr.,” the award-winning Broadway favorite adapted from the Oscar-winning film. Performed by the talented students of Florida Rep’s Theatre Conservatory, this production is brimming with energy,…
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Florida Rep Education’s production of Shrek Jr. is a joyful celebration of talent, teamwork, and theatrical magic. Under the skilled direction of Monique Caldwell, t his family-favorite musical bursts to life with colorful sets, playful costumes, and a cast of young performers who light up the stage with charisma and confidence. From the moment the…
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Florida Rep education’s Peter Pan Jr. soared with imagination and heart in a vibrant summer camp production that left audiences beaming with joy. The Friday performance kicked off with a sweet surprise—an opening number by the Mini Stars performing “I Won’t Grow Up.” Their infectious energy, dance moves, and undeniable cuteness set the perfect tone…
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Performed July 18–19, 2025 | Directed by Janelle Laux In a whirlwind of color, music, and charm, The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition brought timeless magic to the Florida Rep stage. This shorter version of the classic musical didn’t cut corners—it embraced its limitations and turned them into strengths, delivering a fast-paced, emotionally rich hour of theatre…
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Performed June 23–July 3, 2025 | Directed by Megan Jimenez Leonard There’s something about Annie that never gets old—and when you give this musical to a cast of talented, driven young performers, it feels brand new again. Annie Jr., directed by Megan Jimenez Leonard, was bursting with energy, strong vocals, and plenty of laughs. The audience left humming…
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Performed June 19–20, 2025 | Directed by Monique Caldwell Florida Rep’s summer season opened with a storm—in the best way possible. Frozen Jr. was a spectacular introduction to the power of youth theatre. With gorgeous vocals, touching performances, and unforgettable visual moments, this production melted hearts and set the bar high for the rest of the summer.…
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This summer, the young performers at Florida Repertory Theatre have taken audiences on some incredible journeys. From the snowy mountains of Arendelle to Depression-era New York and all the way over the rainbow to the Land of Oz, each show has been full of impressive performances, thoughtful direction, and heartfelt storytelling. These productions weren’t just…
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by Dave Elias 7:07 AM EDT, Fri May 19, 2023 Fame is the international smash hit that follows the lives of students at New York’s High School For The Performing Arts and it’s only fitting that the students in Florida Reps Conservatory Education program rise to the challenge of this demanding performance. It is based on…
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by Elizabeth James May. 25, 2022 SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: THE MUSICAL is now playing at Florida Repertory Theatre. The production, directed by Assistant Education Director Christina DeCarlo, is one of Florida Rep Education’s Conservatory productions. The storyline follows beloved characters from the SpongeBob cartoon as they face a terrifying event. A volcano is preparing to erupt, which would destroy…
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by Dave Elias 12:29 PM EDT, Mon May 23, 2022 Joe Dafeldecker / Florida Repertory Theatre FORT MYERS, Fla. — A lot of energy and enthusiasm is gracing the stage at Florida Rep as Theatre Conservatory Presents “The SpongeBob Musical.” The vibrant performance is based on Stephen Hillenburg’s SpongeBob Square Pants Nickelodeon cartoon and it’s filled with…
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