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Jan 20

Waterfront Playhouse Presents “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani

The Waterfront Playhouse presents “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani, beginning with a preview on January 28, opening on January 29, and running through February 14, with a special matinee performance on February 7.

Jan 18

Eight-Week Waterfront Playhouse Benefit Returns to AquaPlex, Celebrating 15 Years Under Lynda Frechette

Beginning January 19 and running for eight consecutive weeks through March 9, a beloved live performance series returns to AquaPlex at 711 Duval Street, with shows held weekly at 6:00 p.m.

Jan 8

Waterfront Playhouse Presents “Tuesdays With Morrie”

The Waterfront Playhouse continues its Spotlight Series with the intimate and deeply affecting play “Tuesdays With Morrie,” running January 15–18. The production marks the second offering in the series, which focuses on smaller-scale works that place storytelling and performance at the center of the theatrical experience.

Dec 19

Waterfront Playhouse Continues Spotlight Series with “What the Constitution Means to Me”

The Waterfront Playhouse continues its acclaimed “Spotlight Series” with the timely and deeply engaging play “What the Constitution Means to Me,” by Heidi Schreck, running January 1-4, 2026, with a special Sunday matinee.

Nov 19

Waterfront Playhouse Presents:
 “Some Enchanted Evening”

The Waterfront Playhouse is delighted to present “Some Enchanted Evening”, a glowing musical celebration of the iconic work of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II.

Nov 5

Waterfront Playhouse Presents “Fooling Buddha” – A witty and magical story of growing up in 1970s Milwaukee

The Waterfront Playhouse is proud to present “Fooling Buddha”, a solo theatrical work written by David Kovac and developed in collaboration with Artistic Director Patrick New.

Oct 9

City of Key West Renews 10-Year Lease for Historic Waterfront Playhouse

The Waterfront Playhouse, Key West’s beloved historic theater on Mallory Square, is proud to announce that the Key West City Commission has officially approved the renewal of its ten-year lease.

Oct 5

THE WATERFRONT PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS THE 5TH ANNUAL PRODUCTION OF “THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW”

The Waterfront Playhouse invites audiences to do the Time Warp again this October with its 5th annual production of Richard O’Brien’s cult-classic musical “The Rocky Horror Show”. Running October 15–24, 2025, this electrifying production coincides with the 50th anniversary of the iconic film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”, making this season’s performances bigger, bolder, and wilder than ever before.

Aug 29

Waterfront Playhouse Announces New Board President Kate Miano; Dedicates 87th Season to the Memory of Christopher Elwell

The Waterfront Playhouse, a cornerstone of the Key West arts community, announces the election of longtime supporter and community leader Kate Miano as President of the Board of Directors, following the untimely passing of former Board President Christopher Elwell.

Jun 30

In Loving Memory…

It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news that Christopher Elwell, President of the Board of the Waterfront Playhouse, has passed away suddenly while visiting Hawaii.

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