2025-2026 Season of Shows

October 3 - October 12, 2025 - Marleen Forkas Studio One Theatre
Molière's Tartuffe

In a masterful blend of satire and comedy, Molière's timeless classic, Tartuffe, captivates audiences with its biting critique of hypocrisy and deception. Tartuffe is a cunning impostor who manipulates the trusting Orgon and his family, exposing the darker aspects of society. Through its use of comedy to tackle serious themes, Tartuffe not only challenged theatrical norms but also sparked controversy, earning it a place as one of the most enduring works in world theatre. With its rich blend of humor and social critique, Tartuffe remains a must-see for anyone interested in the power of theatre to challenge and inspire.

October 24 - October 26, 2025 - BrandStar Studio
Stripped Down Studio: Selections from The Possibilities

For its inaugural production, the Stripped Down Studio will present six of the ten short plays that make up The Possibilities by Howard Barker. This series of pieces all feature characters who act against their own interests but who, in so doing, both refine and complicate their humanity. Combining elements of dark comedy and tragedy, Barker creates circumstances that push individuals into extreme conditions that force them to question the limits of logic and rationality.

October 25 - October 26, 2025 - University Theatre
Jerusalem Ballet: Houdini - The Other Side

Explores the life of the legendary escape artist, Harry Houdini, through dynamic choreographic interpretations of his life and inner struggle.

November 1 - November 2, 2025 - University Theatre
Jerusalem Ballet: Memento

Commemorates the heroic last acts of Jewish Polish Ballerina, Franciszka Mann, who courageously resisted Nazi guards in the Auschwitz Extermination camps

November 14 - November 23, 2025 - Marleen Forkas Studio One Theatre
Pirates of Penzance

Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera continues to delight audiences with its whimsical tale of duty, love, and piracy. Set on the coast of Cornwall during Queen Victoria's reign, this timeless masterpiece follows the adventures of Frederic, a young man mistakenly apprenticed to a band of tender-hearted pirates. As Frederic attempts to leave his piratical past behind and pursue a romance with the beautiful Mabel, daughter of Major-General Stanley, he finds himself caught in a hilarious web of misunderstandings and obligations. With its memorable characters, witty dialogue, and catchy melodies, including the "I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General," The Pirates of Penzance showcases Gilbert and Sullivan's unparalleled ability to blend humor, social commentary, and musical brilliance.

February 20 - March 1, 2026 - Marleen Forkas Studio One Theatre
Shakespeare's The Tempest

William Shakespeare’s masterpiece blends magic, betrayal, love, and forgiveness together for an evening of spectacle. Set on a mystical island, the play follows Prospero, the former Duke of Milan, who uses his magical powers to conjure a tempest that shipwrecks his enemies, including his treacherous brother Antonio and King Alonso of Naples. As the story unfolds, Prospero's daughter Miranda falls in love with Ferdinand, the King's son, while Prospero confronts his past and ultimately chooses forgiveness over revenge.

April 17 - April 26, 2026 - University Theatre

By Any Other Name

A US Premier of a New Musical - Part of the Owl New Play Festival

Get ready for the captivating new musical written by acclaimed playwright Deborah Zoe Laufer and featuring a vibrant score by composer Daniel Green. This innovative production reimagines Shakespeare's iconic female characters, including Juliet, Helena, Hermia, Viola, and Ophelia, as they navigate life, love, and identity in a contemporary setting. With a dynamic pop/rock soundtrack, the musical follows these beloved characters as they forge their own paths and challenge traditional gender roles. By Any Other Name promises to be a thrilling theatrical experience, blending timeless themes with modern flair.

May 1 - May 2, 2026 - University Theatre
Spring 26 Dance Showcase

Dances Showcase is a capstone experience for students enrolled in all genres and levels of dance at FAU. This season, we are excited to elevate the voices of our student choreographers. Our wonderful students have developed choreography, collaborated with dancers across campus, and explored movement vocabulary of a variety of genres.