The Naples Players – Regional Community Theatre at Sugden Community Theatre in Naples

As a community-rooted theatre company serving over 65,000 patrons annually, TNP delivers a dynamic lineup: six main-stage shows, three studio productions, seasonal youth performances, and special events like outdoor Shakespeare and the Front & Center Gala.

Opening Hours & Schedule

• Box office & admin: Mon–Fri, 10?am?–?4?pm
• Show times vary by production – check the season calendar online

Facilities & Atmosphere

• Renovated Sugden Theatre featuring Blackburn Hall (318-seat main stage) and Tobye Studio Theatre (100-seat black box)
• Fully upgraded in 2024 with enhanced lobby, bar, accessibility, and technology
• Professional-level ensemble of volunteers across acting, directing, tech, and set design – plus the six-show KidzAct youth program

Season Highlights

• Six main-stage shows: musicals, dramas, comedies
• Three studio productions with creative/artistic focus
• KidzAct youth theater & outreach projects
• Outdoor Shakespeare on Baker Plaza & Front & Center Gala season opener

Why Choose The Naples Players?

Because for nearly 70 years, TNP has been a cultural hub in Naples, awarded multiple times as “Best Live Theatre in Southwest Florida” – a standout in the city’s vibrant arts scene.