​Twisted Tales To Touching Human Trials - Celebrate The Power Of Surprise Through Inventive Storytelling With Island City Stage

“This is an extraordinary season of creative, yet unpredictable storytelling,” said Andy Rogow, Artistic Director of Island City Stage. “Each play ends in a way that’s either delightfully unexpected or offers a fresh take you didn’t see coming. And whether it’s through plot twists or innovative production choices, our audiences are in for something truly entertaining.”

The 2025-2026 Season features a recent Broadway hit, a Southern Gothic classic, a campy musical romp, and two powerful new plays – meticulously curated to entertain, challenge, and engage.

Island City Stage’s 2025-2026 Season

Ruthless!

Book and Lyrics by Joel Paley | Music by Marvin Laird | Directed by Andy Rogow

Thursday, November 6th, 2025 – Sunday, December 7th, 2025

Buckle-up for this killer musical comedy! Eight-year-old Tina Denmark is determined to be a star - by any means necessary. This cult favorite delivers camp, comedy, and jaw-dropping twists in a satirical send-up of stage mothers and showbiz ambition.

The Little Foxes

By Lillian Hellman | Directed by Michael Leeds

Thursday, January 8th, 2026 – Sunday, February 8th, 2026

Greed and betrayal rule the day in this Southern classic. Lillian Hellman’s fierce drama exposes the dark ambitions of the Hubbard family in a gripping tale of wealth, power, and ruthlessness. This elegant period piece packs a shocking emotional punch.

Light Switch

By Dave Osmundsen | Directed by Michael Leeds

Thursday, April 2nd, 2025 – Sunday, May 3rd, 2026

What happens when a romantic dreamer finds real-world love? This touching new play follows Henry, a gay autistic man navigating love and identity in a world that often overlooks him. Moving, funny, and deeply human, Light Switch is a luminous journey of self-discovery.

Everything Beautiful Happens at Night

By Ted Malawer | Directed by Bruce Linser

Thursday, May 21st, 2025 – June 21st, 2026

Set in 1980’s Manhattan, this Florida premiere follows a famed children’s author facing writer’s block and personal upheaval. A new voice and a daring ending changes everything in this compelling and timely exploration of creativity, loyalty, and reinvention.

Eureka Day

By Jonathan Spector | Directed by Andy Rogow

Thursday, August 20th, 2026 – Sunday, September 20th, 2026

Consensus turns to chaos in this satirical comedy about an elite private school rocked by a mumps outbreak. As Zoom unravels and beliefs clash, Eureka Day hilariously captures the challenges of modern communication - and what happens when “inclusive” ideals are put to the test.

From twisted tales to touching human stories, Island City Stage's upcoming season invites you to expect the unexpected.

“Every story this season has been selected to entertain while giving audiences something to think and talk about,” added Rogow.

Returning this year will be Island City Stage’s popular Women’s Night at the Theatre and Mimosa Sundays featuring a light bites reception and a post-show talk back; Mimosa Sundays are included in the Flexpass subscriptions. Also continuing will be the popular “Comedy After Hours” late night performances featuring South Florida's best comedians bringing their uniquely warped versions of reality with killer stand-up comedy and a few other twists and surprises along the way.

Individual show tickets start at $45 per show. This season will offer two Flexpass options. The Flexpass5: $225 offers five tickets that can be used all for one show or one for every show; no processing fees and $5 off additional tickets purchased; $52 upfront savings. The Flexpass3: $136 offers three tickets that can be used all for one show or one for every show,no processing fees and $5 off additional tickets purchased; $33 upfront savings. Discounts are available for groups.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: www.islandcitystage.org - Call: (954) 928-9800. Or email: boxoffice@islandcitystage.org. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at: www.Facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL - And on Instagram at: @islandcitystage1.