The Naples Players Presents Rocket Man
Play opens October 21 in the Price Studio Theater
The Naples Players (TNP) presents Steven Dietz’s bittersweet comedy-drama Rocket Man, starting October 21 and running through November 22, in the Price Studio Theater. TNP’s 73rd season is presented by Porsche Naples.
The funny, yet contemplative play follows Donny, a man who feels increasingly disconnected from his own life. After the collapse of his marriage, a strained relationship with his daughter, and years spent feeling unseen by the world around him, Donny decides to “opt out” of the future by building a device designed to send him to a parallel world. The night before he plans to use it, key people in his life—his ex-wife, his best friend, his daughter, and his neighbor—stop by, each revealing their own loneliness, confusion, and unspoken regrets. Through a blend of quiet humor and emotional honesty, the play explores disconnection, missed chances, and the longing to undo past mistakes.
The play is directed by Veronica Ostroski, a member of TNP’s Baker Day School faculty. The small cast of talented local performers includes James Duggan, Jen Hart, Brian Nichols, Natalie Ramos, and Emma Schinker.
Performances are held Wednesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m.,and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $62 to $67 depending on seating location and performance date.
For tickets or more information, visit NaplesPlayers.org or call the TNP Box Office at 239.263.7990.
Commitment to Access
As part of TNP’s mission to build community through exceptional access to the power of theatre, the organization offers discounted tickets for students, educators, military members, veterans, and first responders, in addition to its Pay-What-You-Can program. The Patti Hepburn Sensory Booth is also available for all regularly scheduled performances.
About The Naples Players
The Naples Players (TNP) is a nationally recognized community theatre dedicated to building community through exceptional access to the power of theatre. Located in the heart of downtown Naples, TNP engages more than 850 volunteers annually, reaching over 70,000 audience members and students through high-quality productions, inclusive education programs, and innovative community partnerships. TNP is home to The Baker Day School of the Academy of Dramatic Arts, the only full-time performing arts school in Southwest Florida. With a newly renovated, LEED-certified facility, TNP continues to serve as a cultural hub and leader in how theatres can impact their communities. Learn more at: naplesplayers.org.
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