Dunedin Showcase Theater

08/24/2022

Director Mike Cote is pleased to announce the cast of the upcoming October productioon of Paul Freed's hysterical murder mystery "Death By Chocolate". Leading the pack, as famous chocolatier and health spa owner Lady Riverdale, is Barbara Gaspar. The new, rather snarky, manager of the spa will be portrayed by Graham Muir and their underappreciated secretary Dyslexia by Susan Dearden. Ralph Deadwood, the gym manager and all around cad will be played by Jermaine Foster while aerobics instructor and Richard Simmons wannabe, Dick Simmering will be brought to life by Jeff Holstein. Chef Edith Chiles and head of the maintenace staff Alfred Mellox will be played by Marina Spears and Bruce Taylor, respectively. Rounding out the staff will be Julia Roberts (no not that one) as spa nurse Anne, and Candice Kruse as Sweetpea Meadowbrook as the daughter of the former owner of the spa. Add in Jeanene MacLean as snoopy investigative reporter Margaret Daniels, Jim Green as budding playwright Ed Parlour and a questionable box of chocolates and you have the recipe for a wonderful evening/afternoon of theater.
Summary: Members of the newly renovated Meadowbrook Health Resort are dropping like flies, including famed chef Edith Chiles! On the eve of the grand re-opening, this is not the best advertisement. It’s up to John Stone, the manager, to find the cause and the murderer. Delightfully sarcastic and cynical, Stone finds himself teaming up with Ed Parlor, mystery writer and amateur sleuth, in a wacky race against time. The clues point to a sinister box of chocolates, and the suspects include all the outlandish characters working for the resort. Could it be Lady Riverdale, owner of the resort and a woman with dark secrets? Or Ralph Deadwood, gym instructor and all around cad? Dick Simmering, the aerobics instructor? Anne, the panic-stricken nurse? Or could it be “Sweet Pea” Meadowbrook, overweight and grieving daughter of the recently deceased founder of the resort? Death by Chocolate combines all the elements of classic murder mysteries with a scathing satire of today’s health crazes.
The show runs October 6-9 at the Dunedin Community Center with performances starting at 7:30 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 3:00 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $15.00 and are available at the door.

07/17/2022

Check out our upcoming auditions.

04/25/2022

This weekend, come get the you know what scared out of you. Dunedin Showcase Theater presents Henry James' classic ghost story "Turn of the Screw". Adapted by James L. Seay, it tells the story of a young governess caught in an house possessed by malevolent spirits. As she tries to protect her charges, she realizes that she may be fighting a losing battle.
Some of the area's top actors take to the stage for this powerful drama. Dana Tafelski, Laura Jackson, Susan Dearden, Ethan Young, Emily Young, Michael Juliano, Stephan Bielawski, Leah Conway, LaBree Hans, Victor Carr, and Jennifer Neufeld Saner shine in a very dark stage adaptation of James' novel, directed by Michael P. Cote. The show will take place at the Dunedin Community Center 1920 Pinehurst Rd. on April 29 and 30, May 5, 6 & 7 at 7:30 pm and May 1st at 3 pm. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the Center before the show.

03/15/2022

Director Mike Cote is pleased to announce the cast for the upcoming production of James L. Seay's adaptation of Henry James' classic ghost story "The Turn of the Screw". The production which will run April 29th and 30th, May 1st, 5th, 6th and 7th will feature Dana Tafelski & Laura Jackson,who will share the roles of Ann Wilson and Miss Jessell, Michael Juliano as The Earl of Bly, Heather Clark as Mrs. Grose, Ethan Young as Miles, Emily Young as Flora, Leah Conway as Mary, LaBree Hans as Bridgett, Victor Carr as Headmaster Galsworthy, Stephan Bielawski & Susan Dearden as Rev. and Mrs. Golightly and Jenn Saner as Dr. Beverly Powery.

The Play: At a country estate in Essex, Flora and Miles receive a new governess. Shortly after the new governess begins her duties, she notices ghostly figures around the estate. She believes she has figured out who the ghosts are and suspects that the children are also knowledgeable about these apparitions. In the end, her suspicions were correct, but will she be able to save Miles from the ghost who seeks him? This play in two acts is the stage adaptation of Henry James' novella The Turn of the Screw.

The production will take place at the Dunedin Community Center, 1920 Pinehurst Rd. Dunedin. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the reception desk of the Center. For the performances on April 29th, 30th, May 5th, 6th and 7th doors will open at 7 pm with curtain at 7:30. The matinee on May 1st will begin at 3 pm with the doors opening at 2:30. For questions, contact Mike at [email protected].

02/10/2022

Awesome job by our kids this past weekend. So proud.

10/28/2021

DSTKids is pleased to announce auditions for the next kid's production. The name of the show will be announced at auditions, but we welcome all kids 6-18 that are interested in being involved with the theater arts. Whether it's onstage, backstage or in the tech area, we want you to be involved. The auditions will be held on Monday and Tuesday November 29 and 30 at 6:30 at the Dunedin Community Center 1920 Pinehurst Rd. Dunedin, FL. Auditions will consist of readings from the script and questions and answers. For more information email [email protected]. The show will be performed the beginning of February 2022 for 2 performances. There is no cost to be involved.

09/23/2021

Congratulations to all the STAR Award nominees from DST. Chosen by our audience members, we are pleased to announce then nominees:
Roger Steinruck - Favorite actor in a comedy for Dead and Breakfast
Stacy Denison - Favorite actress in a comedy for Dead and Breakfast
Bruce Taylor - Favorite actor in a drama for And Then There Were None
LaBree Hans - Favorite actress in a drama for And Then There Were None
Michael Craven - Favorite supporting actor in a comedy for Dead and Breakfast
Kyndall Small - Favorite supporting actress in a comedy for Dead and Breakfast
Nathaniel Beaver - Favorite supporting actor in a drama for And Then There Were None
Susan Dearden - Favorite supporting actress in a drama for And Then There Were None
Favorite Comedy - Dead and Breakfast
Favorite Drama - And Then There Were None
Favorite Costume Design - Dee O'Brien
Favorite Set Design - Roger Steinruck/Mike Cote
Favorite Director - Mike Cote
Favorite Backstage Person - Dominique Frederick
We look forward to cheering them all on at the awards ceremony on December 5th at the Largo Cultural Center. Congratulations again to all nominees.

07/22/2021

Dunedin Showcase Theater and director Mike Cote are pleased to announce the cast for the upcoming comedy "Farce of Nature" by Jones, Hope and Wooten. The cast includes (in alphabetical order): Stephan Bielawski, Susan Lee Dearden, LaBree Hans, Laura Jackson, Jeanene Grossmann MacLean, Eric Misener, Jennifer Neufeld Saner, Scott Shadd and Roger Steinruck.
The show will run October 7-10, 2021 at the Dunedin Community Center with curtain at 7:30 and is produced with special permission through Dramatists Play Services, Inc. For information, contact Mike Cote at [email protected].

07/06/2021

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04/13/2021

To clear up some confusion about the upcoming production of "And Then There Were None": The ticket price is $10.00, not FREE, Facebook wouldn't let me change this for some reason. In order to get tickets, you must stop by the Community Center and buy or reserve them for the performance of your choice. Or you can get them at the door before each performance. Thanks for your support. See you at the show.

04/12/2021

The cast of Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None" at the Dunedin Community Center starting April 30, 2021. Come check us out for one of the great classical murder mysteries. Susan Dearden, John Sallustio, Bruce Taylor, Michael Juliano, LaBree Hans, Philip Works, Suzy Fritz, Jason Hoolihan, Stephen Bell, Nathaniel Beaver and Dana Tafelski.

04/05/2021

Dunedin Showcase Theater is pleased to announce that their previously postponed production of Agatha Christie’s classic mystery “And Then There Were None”, is back on schedule. Due to the pandemic, we had to cancel last May’s production date and reschedule to this year. The production will run April 30, May 1, 2, 6, 7 and 8 at the Dunedin Community Center 1920 Pinehurst Rd. Dunedin. We have had to make some adjustments to the cast, but we’re underway and moving forward with purpose. The cast of this wonderfully chilling mystery now consists of: Fred Narracott, boat captain portrayed by Michael Juliano; the dutiful butler Rogers will be played by Stephen Bell, with Suzy Fritz portraying his wife, Ethel; Vera Claythorne the former governness will be portrayed by LaBree Hans; the mercenary Phillip Lombard will be played by Nathaniel Beaver; the war hero General McKenzie will be played by Jason Hoolihan; John Sallustio will portray the police detective, William Blore; Susan Dearden will play the uber religious Emily Brent; the young dilletante, Antonia Marston will be played by Dana Tafelski; the role of Dr. Armstrong will be played by Philip Works and the judge, Sir Lawrence Wargrave will be portrayed by Bruce Taylor.
WARNING: This show contains mature subject matter and may not be appropriate for all ages. The story follows 10 people summoned to a remote island of the coast of England by an unknown benefactor under various pretenses. Once there, they are accused of various horrendous crimes and sentenced to death by a mysterious recording. They come to realize that they are stranded on the island with someone killing members of the party according to a strange, children’s poem. Is one of them the killer or is there someone else on the island? As the bodies fall and the tensions rise, it becomes clearer as to who is committing these murders so foul. Or does it? You’ll be guessing to the very end. Tickets are only $10 for this classic “who dunnit”. For information, contact director Mike Cote at [email protected] or call the Community Center at (727) 812-4530.

03/23/2021

Dunedin Showcase Theater is pleased to announce that their previously postponed production of Agatha Christie’s classic mystery “And Then There Were None”, is back on schedule. Due to the pandemic, we had to cancel last May’s production date and reschedule to this year. The production will run April 30, May 1, 2, 6, 7 and 8 at the Dunedin Community Center 1920 Pinehurst Rd. Dunedin. We have had to make some adjustments to the cast, but we’re underway and moving forward with purpose. The cast of this wonderfully chilling mystery now consists of: Fred Narracott, boat captain portrayed by Michael Juliano; the dutiful butler Rogers will be played by Stephen Bell, with Suzy Fritz portraying his wife, Ethel; Vera Claythorne the former governness will be portrayed by LaBree Hans; the mercenary Phillip Lombard will be played by Nathaniel Beaver; the war hero General McKenzie will be played by Jason Hoolihan; John Sallustio will portray the police detective, William Blore; Susan Dearden will play the uber religious Emily Brent; the young dilletante, Antonia Marston will be played by Dana Tafelski; the role of Dr. Armstrong will be played by Philip Works and the judge, Sir Lawrence Wargrave will be portrayed by Bruce Taylor.
The story follows 10 people summoned to a remote island of the coast of England by an unknown benefactor under various pretenses. Once there, they are accused of various horrendous crimes and sentenced to death by a mysterious recording. They come to realize that they are stranded on the island with someone killing members of the party according to a strange, children’s poem. Is one of them the killer or is there someone else on the island? As the bodies fall and the tensions rise, it becomes clearer as to who is committing these murders so foul. Or does it? You’ll be guessing to the very end. Tickets are only $10 for this classic “who dunnit”. For information, contact director Mike Cote at [email protected] or call the Community Center at (727) 812-4530.

12/29/2020

Happy New Year to everyone. Let's hope that 2021 brings back a sense of normalcy, safety, peace and love to all. See you all soon.

12/24/2020

Happy Holidays to all from your friends at Dunedin Showcase Theater. Stay safe and we'll see you in the spring!

11/11/2020

Unfortunately, due to health and scheduling issues, the winter production of the DST Kids Division will not take place this year. We are looking forward to picking up with our regular scheduling with the Spring/May production of Agatha Christie's "And Then There Were None", which was postponed from last spring. If all goes well, we will then pick up with our Kids Division Summer show set for July. If you have any questions, please contact Mike Cote at [email protected] or visit our page. Thanks, as always, for your support.

09/30/2020

If you want to make sure that you have tickets for "Dead and Breakfast", get them early. Stop by the Dunedin Community Center to purchase tickets for only $10 each. We are maxing out at 60 tickets per show so don't wait. You don't want to miss this funny, funny show.

08/19/2020

THIS JUST IN: The dates listed for "Dead and Breakfast" by Craig Sodaro are incorrect. The actual dates are October 8, 9, 10 and 11, 2020. Times are still 7:30 for Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 3:00 for Sunday. Thanks and sorry for the goof.

08/07/2020

Congratulations to all the STAR award nominees to represent Dunedin Showcase Theater:
Favorite Actor comedy - Jim Green
Favorite Supporting Actor comedy - Stan Gurvitz
Favorite Actress comedy - LaBree Hans
Favorite Supporting Actress comedy - Jenn Neufeld Saner
Favorite Director comedy - Stephan Bielawski
Favorite Comedy production - Til Beth Do Us Part
Favorite Young Actress - Autumn Nachman
Favorite Young Actor - Michael Molivor
Favorite Backstage Person - Shirley Overton

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08/07/2020

Dunedin Showcase Theater and director Mike Cote are pleased to announce the cast for the October production of the very funny mystery/spoof, "Dead and Breakfast" by Craig Sodaro. This show is the sequel to DST's hit comedy production of several years ago, "For Better or Wurst". Reprising their roles of ace detective Nick Noir and his fiancee (now bride) Selma, are Roger Steinruck and Stacy Dennison. After sailing off on their honeymoon, they find themselves shipwrecked on a Caribbean island and mistaken for the wealthy recluse J.J. Hay and his mother (Selma is not happy), they meet the staff of the Jolly Roger Bed and Breakfast, the only inn on the island. The staff consists of dour owner, Violette Van Leer played by Kelsey Johnson; handywoman Daisy Bagley, played by Velda Gauthier; and cook and housekeeper, Darleen and Carleen, the Sudsy sisters played by Amy Nance and Graceanna Akhtar respectively. When they arrive, they also meet the other guests, who were invited to the island by J.J. Hay. These include: LaBree Hans as the talented hypnotist Alma DeGroot; Angy Hayes and Jacob Brooks as Congresswoman Elizabeth "Lizzie" Hawkins and her husband Don; Sandi Sunter, as famous mystery writer Zona Zou; Michelle Hakes as homemaking maven Emmie Bloom; and Susan Dearden as famous country/western singer Patsy Robbins. Add in Michael Arnold as the classic beachcomber Davey Jones and it leads to a night of chills and hilarity.

The show will run beginning Thursday, October 8th through Sunday, October 11th at the Dunedin Community Center 1920 Pinehurst Rd. Dunedin. Thursday through Saturday curtains are at 7:30 pm with the Sunday matinee starting at 3:00 pm. We will be following social distancing procedures with the audience and recommend the use of masks if possible. Hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance. Tickets are $10 each and will be available at the door. If you have any questions, please contact Mike Cote at [email protected].

06/11/2020

Dunedin Showcase Theater

Hurrah, we are back at it! After all the postponements and cancellations, Dunedin Showcase Theater and director Mike Cote are pleased to announce their October production of “Dead and Breakfast” by Craig Sodaro. This sequel to the wildly popular “For Better or Wurst” of a couple of seasons ago, follows the (mis)adventures of ace Detective Nick Noir and his secretary/bride, Selma as they embark on their romantic honeymoon. Leaving on their sailboat from Key West, they find themselves stranded on a Carribean Island with a group of “interesting” characters at the Jolly Roger Bed and Breakfast. There is Violet Van Leer, the dour owner of the Jolly Roger; Dexter Bagley, her handy handyman; Charlene and Darlene, the Sudsy sisters, the cook and maid; the classic beachcomber, Davey Jones; Congressman Ozzie Hawkins and his former secretary now wife, Dora; the talented hypnotist Alma DeGroot; Zona Zou, the famous mystery writer; Emmie Bloom, a homemaking maven and Patsy Robbins, a famous country singer. What do all these people have in common and where do Nick and Selma fit into the scheme of thing? That’s for us to know and the audience to find out. Auditions will be held in the beginning of August, but as with so many things, the exact date is yet to be determined. People interested in auditioning should keep an eye on our website: www.dunedinshowcasetheater.net and/or here on our page for exact dates and location. As of right now, it’s looking like the first week of the month of August. The production will take place at the Dunedin Community Center the first weekend in October. We are looking for ages 19 and up, both men and women. For more information, you can contact Mike at [email protected].

Dunedin Showcase Theater is a delightful community theater organization in Pinellas County, Florida. We perform both adult and children's plays. Dramas, comedies--we do it all. Check us out.