Name: The Measure of a Life
Start: 2026-05-07T17:00:00
Location: Florida Studio Theatre

Florida Studio Theatre promises an exhilarating start to 2026 with a lineup of diverse performances. From 'Three Pianos' celebrating piano legends, to 'Life's a Beach' offering improv comedy with a local twist, each event showcases unique talents and themes. Experience the story of space pioneers in 'The Blue-Sky Boys', or relive the soulful era with 'Echoes Uncredited'. With a blend of music, comedy, and drama, Florida Studio Theatre invites you to embark on a journey of creativity and inspiration.

Florida Studio Theatre's Dazzling 2026: A Year of Unforgettable Performances

Florida Studio Theatre

From Billy Joel to Alicia Keys, from Ray Charles to Freddie Mercury, Three Pianos celebrates the piano legends who refused to play by the rules. These aren’t your cookie-cutter rock stars: they’re the rebels, romantics, and risk-takers who turned 88 keys into pure magic. Enjoy timeless favorites like “Crocodile Rock,” “Just the Way You Are,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “I’m Still Standing,” and “Beautiful.” From the soulful sway of Fats Domino to the anthemic joy of Elton John, this high-energy musical revue proves that when you follow your own tune, the music never stops.

Three Pianos

Set sail on a journey of imagination in this cherished annual production featuring winning plays written by elementary students from around the world. From a pirate ship facing off with a sea monster to a forest full of unlikely heroes, these short plays are brought to life by professional actors, celebrating the boundless creativity of children for over 30 years.

The Pirate Ship and the Sea Monster & Other Winning Plays

Ernestine Ashworth spends her 17th birthday agonizing over her insignificance in the universe. Soon enough, it’s her 18th birthday. Even sooner, her 41st. Her 70th. Her 101st. Five generations, an infinity of dreams, and one cake baked over a century.

Birthday Candles

Gompertz Theatre

In a culture dazzled by polished surfaces and curated joy, we are urged to chase perfection: the flawless morning routine, the ever-improving self, the life without cracks. Yet beneath the glow of projected happiness lives a quieter truth — life is messy. The stumbles, the losses, and the uncertain seasons are not detours from a meaningful life, but the very moments that shape it.

The Measure of a Life

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