Theatre Jacksonville is ending its 105th consecutive season with a delightful musical comedy, Desperate Measures, opening on June 6. Based on the book by Peter Kellogg, who also wrote the lyrics, and with music by award-winning composer David Friedman, this witty and wild musical transforms Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure plot into a Western setting complete with a hot-headed young cowboy. The dangerously handsome Johnny Blood puts his fate into the hands of a colorful cast of characters when his life is on the line. In 2018, Desperate Measures won Best Musical at the Outer Critics Circle and OBA awards and Best Music and Lyrics at the Drama Desk Awards.   
           

“There’s no better way to finish the season than to delight audiences with a gleeful production like Desperate Measures,” said Theatre Jacksonville Executive Director Sarah Boone. “It has been a terrific year for our organization, and celebrating with joy and laughter on the stage is an ideal way to celebrate the beginning of summer.”
           

Desperate Measures will be directed by Daniel Austin and features Aly Blakewell, Alec Hadden, Brennan Moritz, Morgan Perry, Chris Robertson and Neal Thorburn. Shows will run from June 6 through 22, with evening performances at 7:30 p.m. and three matinee performances at 2 p.m. on June 15, 21 and 22. New to this year, the last Saturday performance of each show will be a 2 p.m. matinee.         
           

The 106th season lineup was announced last month, and season memberships and subscriptions are available with an early bird discount until May 31. Ticket packages are available at three levels:
·      All-Access Memberships include tickets for the entire Theatre Jacksonville season, including Mainstage productions, the Classic in San Marco and all Extra productions.
·      Season Subscriptions include one ticket to each of the five Mainstage productions. Tickets will be extra for the Classic in San Marco and other special productions.
·      Single tickets are offered on a show-by-show basis and will be $31 each.  
   

Prices are as follows:          
All-Access Membership
Before June 1 Early Bird:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $150
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $130
After May 31:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $170
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $150
All individual memberships receive one complimentary All-Access Pass that includes all Theatre Jacksonville season productions including The Classic in San Marco and Seasons Extra. Additional show tickets will cost $22, as available.

Season Subscription
Before June 1 Early Bird:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $120
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $100
After May 31:
Individual Adult Member (18-59 years old): $140
Individual Senior/Military Member (60+ or military ID): $120
All individual subscriptions receive one complimentary ticket for each of the five Theatre Jacksonville Mainstage productions (does not include the Classic in San Marco and Season Extras). Additional show tickets will cost $25, as available.

Also, later this summer, Theatre Jacksonville will undertake its second collaboration with The Florida Theatre to present A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum in concert on August 23 and 24 – starring Tony Award winner Cady Huffman. Tickets are available by visiting www.floridatheatre.com.
           

For more information about Desperate Measures, the 106th season or A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, visit www.theatrejax.com.

Monthly on the third Saturday of the month, starting from Jan 20, 2024,  11 am to 3 pm.  Arlington’s century-old Norman Studios, now a museum dedicated to silent film history, is ready for public tours after major renovations.

The former silent film studio opened in 1916 is now a National Historic Landmark. Admission is free.

Third Thursdays
5-8 p.m.
Southbank Riverwalk

You are invited to stroll the stunning Southbank Riverwalk the third Thursday of every month.  Enjoy live music, food vendors, bars and a picnic area – all with a picturesque sunset backdrop.