Sarasota, FL – June 5, 2025 – Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome! This summer, The Sarasota Players invites audiences to step inside the Kit Kat Club with an unforgettable VIP Experience—an immersive night of theatre like no other.

Guests can now sit on stage during the production of Cabaret and become part of the seductive, shadowy world of 1930s Berlin. Each VIP Table seats two guests and includes:

A bottle of French champagne

A delicious spread of charcuterie from Pineapple Kitchen 

Delicious sweets to enjoy during the show

Premium, immersive seating that puts you in the middle of the show

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking for an unforgettable night out, the Cabaret VIP Experience blends theatre, ambiance, and indulgence into one thrilling evening.

“Cabaret is a powerful, timely story about freedom, identity, and the danger of turning a blind eye to history as it repeats itself. Presenting it in this immersive, up-close format allows the audience to feel the tension, seduction, and unraveling of this world in a deeply personal way.,” says Brian Finnerty, director of Cabaret. “Sitting on stage isn’t just a fun twist—it’s a bold invitation to step into the story and truly experience its urgency. It’s one of the most exciting things we’ve ever offered our audiences.

VIP Table Details:

Each VIP package includes admission for two to the selected performance date and time—no additional tickets required.

Guests are seated on stage, directly in the atmosphere of the performance.

Available for all performances of Cabaret—early booking is strongly encouraged as seating is extremely limited.

To reserve your table, visit https://purchase.theplayers.org/Merchandise and select your preferred performance date.

Come to the cabaret, old chum—this is your chance to experience theatre like never before. A dazzling, intimate night of music, mystery, and indulgence awaits... but only if you dare to step into the light.

Summary: Berlin, in the midst of a post-World War I economic depression, is transitioning from a center of underground, avant-garde cultural epicenter to the beginnings of Hitler’s totalitarian regime and the rise of the Nazi Party. Into this world enters Clifford Bradshaw, a struggling American writer looking for inspiration for his next novel. On his first night in Berlin, Cliff wanders into the Kit Kat Klub, a seedy nightclub overseen by the strange, omniscient and gender-bending Master of Ceremonies, “the Emcee.” Here, Cliff meets Sally Bowles, a vivacious cabaret performer, and an utterly lost soul. Sally and Cliff begin a relationship, which blossoms unexpectedly into a dream-like romance. As time passes, however, the situation in Berlin changes from exciting and vital to ominous and violent. With a score featuring songs that have become classics of the American Musical Theater, Cabaret is a fierce, dark musical that pushes the boundaries of the form and literally holds “the mirror up to nature.”

Where: The Sarasota Players, The Crossings at Siesta Key
3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 200, Sarasota, FL 34239 (Park and enter the mall at Connors Steak and Seafood.)

When: July 30–August 2, August 6-9 at 7:30pm
August 3, 9-10 at 2pm

Tickets: https://purchase.theplayers.org/Merchandise

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Summer on Stage Deal

The spotlight is burning brighter than ever this summer at The Sarasota Players with the launch of Summer on Stage—a sizzlin’ season packed with ghosts, glitter, and groundbreaking new works. From the hilarious hauntings of Beetlejuice Jr., to the seductive, shadowy world of Cabaret, and the fresh theatrical voices of Happy Endings Wedding Chapel—this is one summer series you won’t want to miss.

To turn up the excitement (and the savings), The Players is offering audiences a way to experience it all—without breaking the bank.

Introducing the Summer on Stage Bundle! Book your tickets in advance and SAVE:

Use promo code SUMMERBUNDLE to get $5 off any 2 Summer on Stage productions

Or go all in with $10 off all 3 shows!

Whether you’re planning a family night out, a date with decadence, or a dive into daring new theatre, this bundle makes it easy to experience the best of the season.

The Summer on Stage series includes:

Beetlejuice Jr.

Cabaret

Happy Endings Wedding Chapel (the winner of last year’s New Play Festival)

Offer valid only for bookings that include 2 or more Summer on Stage productions. No other productions apply.

Get Your Summer on Stage Passport!

And that’s not all—guests who attend all three shows will receive a Summer on Stage Passport, stamped at each performance. Collect all three stamps and you’ll earn a FREE ticket to The Wedding Singer, our 96^th Season Opener. It’s our way of saying thanks for spending your summer with us—one standing ovation at a time.

Get your bundle on our website here: https://purchase.theplayers.org/Events?attribute_Series=Summer

Or you can call our box office at 941-365-2494, or visit us at The Crossings at Siesta Key mall, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239.

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About The Sarasota Players  

The Sarasota Players is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to entertaining, educating and engaging the community through high-quality live theatre. Performances take place year-round and appeal to visitors and locals alike. The Players Studio, the education and outreach department for The Sarasota Players, promotes inclusive learning and upholds the ideals of equality and diversity, while providing a safe environment for students of all ages and abilities.

The Sarasota Players

3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 1130, Sarasota, FL 34239 | 941-365-2494 | www.theplayers.org