GROW UP with us

After careful consideration, The Naples Players is thrilled to launch a capital campaign to build a state-of-the-art facility for community arts, where locals can develop a sense of connection and acceptance, and come together to learn, contribute, and celebrate the arts in Naples. This renovated building will serve as a national model for community arts engagement, and pave a clear path for arts in Downtown Naples for 65 more years.

A successful capital campaign for an estimated $18 million is necessary to renovate and redevelop our current facility.

Included in the estimated $18 million are the following improvements and additions that will future-proof The Naples Players for generations to come:

450-seat theater with balcony level

(1) 105-seat black box theater for major season programs

(1) 105-seat black box educational theater

Three educational rehearsal and classrooms with dedicated dressing rooms

New Adult Rehearsal Rooms capable of hosting workshops & showcases

Expanded Scene Shop

(LEED Certified) and appealing to the eye by maximizing natural light and harmonizing with the surrounding natural features and structures of historic 5th Avenue South.

State-of-the-Art Costume Shop

With the great increase in square footage, it is amazing to think that the new facility will use the same, or less, energy than the current facility. But that’s exactly what is expected to happen. The great increase in HVAC efficiency, combined with the LEED certification program will make our building one of the most efficient in Southwest Florida!

The additional rehearsal space allows for the ability to rehearse students and adults simultaneously and separately–neither of which are possible now. This will allow for significant growth in education programming, and also for less staff/volunteer intensive transitions between each program, as is currently required.

The north side of the building will be home to the new education theatre, costume shop, and public entrance.