My friends and I wanted to try the murder mystery train after seeing some of their billboard…read moreadvertisements along 75. We were able to get individual tickets online but still make note that we wanted to sit together, and that all worked out really well. The tickets are expensive (makes sense...you're getting a show, a 5-course meal, and riding a train) and being able to buy separately was really helpful for us. Everything the night of the event ran like clockwork. Boarding the train was easy and fun. We had a table in the Gasparilla train car with lovely servers who took care of us all night. Drinks are pretty reasonable (ice tea and water are included, but you can purchase soda, beer, wine, cocktails) and you can even get a full bottle of wine for your table which you can take home if you don't finish onboard. The meal was better than I expected. It started with a fruit and cheese plate, then we had hot pretzel rolls an butter, a delicious potato leek soup, a salad, and then the appetizer. Our choices were prime rib (friends said it was delicious), chicken francese (I loved it) and salmon. Dessert was a cheesecake. The performers were very animated and enthusiastic. These murder mystery shows are always hard for me to actually follow and figure out. I appreciate all that goes into it, but I wish I was a better sleuth. My only issue is that the train ride itself is VERY long at 3 - 3.5 hours. I love a nice train ride, but I wonder if they could shave a little time off the ride.

The food was fair, had the salmon, husband had the prime rib.. salad was sparse. The wait-staff/…read moregirls worked very hard but service was slow. I'm empathetic on "the construction" of service from one cart to another. Suggest putting kitchen/food cart in the middle!! All things considered, there "system " worked. Pretty incredible actually; the Valentines Train was Packed. Loved the Actors and Actresses, they were quite good! Ambiance was pleasant... Train ride was long but had a fun time. Once again...well done weight staff, sure did work it!! Lovely little show.

Charming little theater in the heart of McGregor corridor. Conveniently located in the plaza with…read moreNorman love cafe and a few other options to eat if you're there during the matinee performances. You're also next to two plazas with nice dinner options if you're coming for the evening show. Love the intimate size of the theater which really means there's no bad seat in the house and I love the seats on three sides of the stage. We have seen two shows there so far - one a play and one a musical - and both have been great! Highly recommend checking out this little local gem with reasonably priced tickets and amazing membership options and supporting amazing talent!

Growing up in NYC I was an avid fan of Broadway, Lincoln Center, and a myriad of concert halls,…read moredance troupes, museums, and independent movie theaters. Since moving out of state, I keep my eyes open for cultural events that my husband and I might enjoy. I haven't struck out yet. Players Circle is a theater in the round. Actually, the square. Uncertain about where to sit, we bought tickets in the east section. Since productions are staged for the venue, I don't think anybody loses out, but take note of the different price points, which is likely a gauge. Our seats, while not the most expensive, were great. I was impressed with the two-person production of "Six Dance Lessons In Six Weeks." Funny, sad and poignant, the show bravely touched upon topical subjects like the tragic outcome of backroom abortions, religious hypocrisy and more. The performers were perfectly cast, with acts cleverly separated by vintage film clips. (Amazing how the actors were able to change costume so quickly!) If Saturday's performance is typical of Players Circle, they're now on my radar. In fact, before writing this, I went online and purchased tix for Godspell, which artistic director Robert Cacioppo said is their most ambitious musical yet!

Over the past two weekends I've attended live performances in three different regional theaters…read more Of the lot, Fort Myers Theater ranked lowest. Here's my take: They have stadium seating, which is good. But some rows aren't properly staggered. When a tall kid with a long neck sat in front of me, my view was obstructed. Luckily, I snagged a vacant seat down the aisle. Performers make good use of the floor and a small stage. If possible, sit towards the front, preferably in the middle. Several rows up there are seats to the side, with the stage visible at an angle. You'll likely get a crick in your neck after a two hour show. What you face with those side seats is one of two restrooms. They're both singles, so be sure to do your business before the show starts! If there's something going on at a neighboring business, parking could be tricky. My husband drove around before finding a spot in a different strip mall. We were there to see "Gypsy," an ambitious musical for local theater. Unfair to compare with the Tyne Daly production I saw on Broadway, they did a pretty good job, with one exception. The singing! Acting was fine, singing -- an important component of a musical -- was weak. The two performances I saw last week were both musicals; I commented that there's indeed talent in Ft Myers / Cape Coral. Having grown up with off-off B'way and makeshift theaters, I realize productions like this operate on shoestring budgets, reliant on donations and volunteers. With that said, Fort Myers Theater did a pretty good job, and patrons appeared pleased with the production.

We had a group from our community of about 50 people at one of the evening performances of a…read moreChristmas Carol, and it was absolutely stunning. One of the best performances I've seen in years. JJ ft myers

We have been to two recent performances, including Paul Anka. i was blown away how good Anka was…read more He is 85 and sounded 35. Very engaged with audience . We absolutely loved the performance and his 12 piece band. We love the venue. Very upscale and comfortable . Maybe a little challenging for patrons with ambulatory limitations

Aside from their parking, which is rather far to walk if you have a difficult time, and some not so…read moregreat sightlines depending where you are seated, I enjoyed this venue a lot! The staff here was very friendly once it came to the inside workers. The staff working security looked like they didn't want to be here whatsoever. It was easy finding where I was sitting for the evening because there were many signs and ushers to help point the way. The box that I was staying in was amazing, only consisting of about six people. The three in the front were a little lower so I didn't have any of my view blocked. I noticed if you are higher up in regular seats, you may need to shift around the people in front of where you are sitting. The theater had a great sound system and the place was very clean and up to date. Prices for food and drink was crazy, going from a start of $15 and up from there for a glass of wine or mixed drink. I felt safe the entire time I was here from the security they had, including police.

Watched our first show at the Florida Repertory Theatre last night and greatly enjoyed the…read moreexperience. We saw "The Trial of Ebeneezer Scrooge" and did not know what to expect, as we had not heard of this show before. The cast was hilarious and showed off their excellent acting skills, even the children's ensemble. The Historic Arcade Theatre is beautiful inside and has seats that recline while you watch the show. The stage is just large enough to give everyone a good view and cozy vibe. They offer a full bar and snacks in the lobby. The theater also has convenient free parking for theater goers in a lot right next to the theater. We are glad we tried this theater group out and are excited to attend future shows. It looks like the Florida Repertory Theatre keeps a busy schedule with many shows throughout the year, most of which I have never heard of. Pro tip: the front left side of the theater by the door can be a little loud when traffic drives by outside. I would avoid sitting right by the door if possible.

Greg was so kinda and made my first time experience worth wild. First time in fort myers and he was…read morekind enough to offer tickets . All the staff was very helpful and kind and the show its self was amazing. We saw the little shop of horror and it was so good it made me like musicals. And I usually can't stand watching them but this was so life changing thank you so much for opening my eyes I honestly love you. Keep supporting the arts as hard core as you do thank you again.

Lovely Arts Center in downtown Fort Meyers!…read more This building has so much history and beauty! One of a kind! It used to be a Post Office, then a federal building, it used to be a location for Romero's "Day of the Dead" that's why we checked it out, then discovered a cool place. They have events, art exhibits, concerts, summer camps, many events. They have a ArtWalk. If you live in the area, you probably know that. I would have liked to explore it more. But I hope to be back! Check their site for site and updates!

There are so many reasons to go here. They hold all kinds of events. I've been to a few of the art…read moregalleries they hold.

Just got home from the mystery dinner train. I had a great time. From the moment we sat down we…read morewere greeted by great servers. We were told what to expect, (order drinks and meal together as the train departs the depot). As drinks came the courses started coming out too. The show was entertaining and funny. The food was really good. I had prime rib and it was perfect. Others said the chicken and salmon were good. If you are looking for an evening out, I would highly recommend! Pro tip- bring a sweater, it got chilly. Bring an appetite. There was a lot of food. Good for kids, better for adults. Yes the train moves, travels north to the northern part of the county. It is mostly smooth but there are parts where the train sways. If you get motion sickness, you might want to take meds before you go. Also note that the menu can't really be changed. There are no gluten free options, any dairy free or vegan options either.

The food was decent. The atmosphere was friendly. The cast was good. The price of the ticket…read moreincludes a 4 course meal. It's a cash bar. I recommend doing this at least once.

The Cirque Italia Water Circus is entertaining, but just about every act made an error. One of the…read moreperformers actually fell off the stage during their performance and landed on a guest. And another performer looked like he was hurting on his error, but did go on with the show. This show is a bit misleading on what it is all about. And the water aspect only makes the stage slippery for the performers. It is pretty, but I would think again about calling it a water circus. Lots of circus foods and fresh squeezed lemonade were in abundance. No adult beverages. Their price point is a bit too high. They have a funny guy who comes out intermittently for soft humor, gets the audience involved, etc. and he is entertaining, but he is used too many times. By the end, it just isn't funny anymore. Overall, the performers really need to tighten up their acts or tone them down. I have never seen a live show with so many errors. And we did feel sorry for those performers, because they do everything...sell concessions and seat people before the show and during intermission. It is a good concept, but in reality, they have a hard time pulling it off. As Gordon Ramsey says..."What a shame."

Lovely restaurant and service by Madison…read more The lobby and quaint bar are great fun but the lobby and expanded area have intense synthetic plug-in scents auto expelling so I got a terrible migraine- if you are not allergic you will be fine but if you get olfactory migraines like I do and if you do not have asthma like my friend- then you will be sick and the unfortunate thing is scent affects the taste of the beautifully prepared food. Darn! For wine lovers who like CA wines you can enjoy a variety but if you like other options they are not available- I am excited to see Italian or French reds soon and Willamette Valley, OR too- if that is true -per a manager with whom I spoke a couple months ago- I will be thrilled- except for the plug-ins hmm- Still recovering unfortunately Tasty great options for appetizers too love the decor You will love it

Intimate venue for theater or film. Wine , beer and snacks are available and the staff is amazing…read more I saw interesting documentary tonight with Q and A with the directors after. And I learned something. Pretty perfect experience.

We went to the Lab Theater last night to see the show "The Birds". Traffic was very heavy with all…read morethe rain so we arrived at 7:52p for the 8:00p show. There were no more parking spots in front of the theater so I ran inside to inquire about additional parking. I was told there was parking behind the theater. We dove around but never could find the parking spots. We ended up missing the show and wasted the money we pre-paid. I wish there was clear signage for additional parking. Ended up a total waste of the evening.

This is a lovely venue located at the corner of McGregor and Colonial Blvd. The idea is simple, you…read moreconnect people of your community through Arts like theatre, films, concerts, painting, sculptures, photography, etc. There is an outdoor Art Park, amphitheater, theater, Art gallery, class rooms and a working artist building. They offer something for everyone with arts exhibits, classes, special events, a night market (every 2nd Wednesday), summer camps and more. Many local artists have workshop on the Edward building, you can watch and chat with local artists beside making a purchase! Food are available at very reasonable price at Arts and Eats Café at this building. This past weekend, we enjoyed many artistic creations in the gallery. In particular, love many masterpieces from Pam Lowe (Printmaker, Multimedia Artist) line up the walls on the entrance to the theater! Please note, this is not Broadway or Museum of Modern Arts. Can they have more parking space, better and bigger outdoor space, bigger gallery? Yes! It is a cultural gem in Fort Myers! With numerous events and exhibitions, good art in a pleasant environment and a small theater for performance. Come and join their activities. It is a good way to support our local SW Florida artists!

Outdoor concert with Dixon's Violin. Beautiful night with wonderful people enjoying amazing and…read moretouching music.