Announced At Florida Repertory Theatre
Florida Repertory Theatre's 25th anniversary season continues with "Freud's Last Session" by Mark St. Germain. The intimate ArtStage Studio Theatre transforms into Dr. Sigmund Freud's study and hosts a fictional meeting between the founder of psychoanalysis and his guest, "Chronicles of Narnia" author C. S. Lewis. The play explores the minds, hearts, and souls of two brilliant men as they clash over their views of love, sex, war, religion, and the meaning of life.
The production runs from December 16 through January 18, with discounted previews December 13 - 15. Tickets may be obtained by visiting www.floridarep.org or through the box office at 239-332-4488 or toll-free at 877-787-8053.
Set in 1939, "Freud's Last Session" centers around the legendary Dr. Sigmund Freud who invites the young, rising Oxford academic C.S. Lewis to his home in London. Over the course of one evening, on the eve of World War II, the pair discuss and debate humanity's greatest questions.
"Audiences are literally in the room where it happens as these legendary minds tackle a variety of hot topics," said producing artistic director Greg Longenhagen. "It's an intellectual feast and may be the most civilized debate our generation will ever experience. The dialog is captivating, filled with humor and insight, and conveyed
FREUD'S LAST SESSION Announced At Florida Repertory Theatre (broadwayworld.com)
Sigmund Freud and C.S. Lewis debate love, sex, religion, and the meaning of life in the ArtStage Studio Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi Nov. 28, 2022
authentically with great passion by our cast."
"Freud's Last Session" stars Michael Turner as C.S. Lewis, and Robert Zukerman as Sigmund Freud, both actors are making their Florida Rep debuts. Turner has appeared on stage in New York and Los Angeles. Zukerman has off-Broadway and regional stage credits.
Florida Rep ensemble member Maureen Heffernan returns after directing "Driving Miss Daisy" during Season 24. She is joined by an expert creative team including set designer Richard Crowell ("Alabaster"), costume designer Anthony "Tony" Toney ("Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill"), lighting designer Joel Zishuk ("Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill"), sound designer Katie Lowe ("And Then There Were None"), and ensemble stage manager Amy L. Massari ("Driving Miss Daisy").
Florida Rep has a long history with Mark St. Germain's work, including "Becoming Dr. Ruth," "Best of Enemies," the world premiere of "George Washington's Teeth," and the inaugural production in the newly renovated ArtStage Studio Theatre, "Camping with Henry and Tom."
Single ticket prices for "Freud's Last Session" are $63 for regular performances from December 16 through January 18. Discounted tickets are offered at $39 during preview performances December 13 - 15. Curtain times are Tuesday - Saturday at 7 PM, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday at 2 PM, and 8 PM for the opening night performance on Friday, December 16. Florida Rep's parking lot opens 2 hours before each performance and offers guests FREE PARKING across the street from the Arcade Theatre.
Florida Repertory Theatre celebrates 25 years of producing professional, live theatre in the Fort Myers River District. Performances are held in the Historic Arcade Theatre and the ArtStage Studio Theatre on Bay St. between Jackson & Hendry.
Hurricane Ian Update: Florida Rep suffered damages from the storm, however, the Historic Arcade and ArtStage Studio theatres have been remediated and are presently welcoming audiences.
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Subscriptions for the 2022-2023 Season are on sale now and offer the best seats at the most significant savings. Packages start at $216 for 6 shows. Tickets and information are available through the box office at 239-332-4488 or toll-free at 877-787-8053.
FREUD’S LAST SESSION
PATRON COMMENTS
Truly professional in every way. It was a superior theater experience. We felt honored to have seen it.
12/15/2022 08:12 AM
Fantastic actors..One of the best plays we’ve seen in 20 years at the Rep. 12/14/2022 07:12 PM
This is one of the best plays the Rep has produced in many years. The actors were well suited to their respective roles while delivering a flawless performance. We have spent hours discussing the depth and energy of the production as presented by two fine actors. David and Nancy Bradbury
12/14/2022 11:21 AM
Superb acting; another outstanding production.
12/15/2022 08:31 PM
amazed that only two actors could deliver such a nice and obviously talented performance. Can't comment on direction b/c don't the knowledge. 12/16/2022 11:16 AM
Superb acting; another outstanding production. 12/15/2022 08:31 PM
We liked all aspects 12/21/2022 12:07 PM
I loved every minute of this performance 12/21/2022 12:01 PM
Liked that it was thoughtful provoking conversation 12/17/2022 10:02 AM
One of the mosthought-provokingng plays we have seen in the 20 years or so at the Florida rep. We have been disappointed recently as the shift has been away from drama like this and we are so happy to see them again. Also love the small theater.
12/21/2022 02:45 PM
We sat with the young man who designed the lighting for the show. I told him how much I especially loved the way he lit the actors at the end.
12/21/2022 12:56 PM
This was one of the best performances we have seen at the Rep. Amazing! The acting was superb! The direction was impeccable! We have recommended this play to everyone we know. Thank you for bringing us such high caliber acting to SWFlorida
12/21/2022 08:19 PM
One of the most outstanding performances I have ever seen. 12/21/2022 04:41 PM
This was probably the best play we have seen at the Rep in years! So well acted by the two actors. Amazing! 12/28/2022 11:23 AM
Outstanding acting. 12/28/2022 11:17 AM
Marvelous performance. Acting was superb!!!
12/22/2022 08:29 AM
Very impressed with the whole experience! 12/29/2022 10:07 AM
Both actors were amazing! 12/28/2022 02:15 PM
Acting was amazing and story was fascinating. ! 12/28/2022 01:03 PM
One of the best pieces of theatre we’ve ever experienced . Kudos all around to the team in front of and behind the curtain. 12/28/2022 12:06 PM
The topic allows audience to think and come to their own conclusions! I like that!!! Setting it in the history of WWII with the debate over Hitler as background was significant to the argument. Acting was suburb! Freud's cancer and his relationships spoke more than his words. CS Lewis managed to bring in so many philosophers to the discussion in a way that didn't take a way the respect each had for the other. Great play! 12/28/2022 11:33 AM
Very impressed with the whole experience! 12/29/2022 10:07 AM
Both actors were amazing! 12/28/2022 02:15 PM
Acting was amazing and story was fascinating. ! 12/28/2022 01:03 PM
One of the best pieces of theatre we’ve ever experienced . Kudos all around to the team in front of and behind the curtain.
12/28/2022 12:06 PM
WE enjoyed this play very much. The acting was superb! Best so far this season. We are glad that we took a chance on seeing this production. It was serious yet had a comic side.
12/29/2022 10:51 AM
Very impressed with the whole experience!
12/29/2022 10:07 AM
Both actors were amazing!
12/28/2022 02:15 PM
Acting was amazing and story was fascinating. ! 12/28/2022 01:03 PM
One of the new production you have. Smart intelligent engaging with bits of humor 12/30/2022 06:02 PM
Incredible performance by both actors, if anyone that attended this event (not performance) and isn’t still thinking about it I’d be amazed. Hope this will go to big cities, it’s very powerful. 1/3/2023 12:12 PM
I was most positively impressed at the skill and conviction of the actors' delivery. The overall seamless quality of the production speaks well of all contributing elements. We were glad to have attended. Congratulations! Well done!
1/3/2023 12:10 PM
Every aspect of the script, direction, set, acting, sound, a d set design was outstanding. 1/3/2023 09:37 PM
Great performance!!
1/3/2023 06:58 PM
Loved the intimacy of a small venue. 1/3/2023 05:32 PM
Great sets. Great acting. Concerned and helpful volunteers. 1/3/2023 12:25 PM
Outstanding actors. 1/6/2023 01:14 PM
The play was awesome! Please continue to offer more like this one. The acting was superb and the topic intetesting, enjoyable, and thought provoking. It seemed so real.
1/6/2023 01:11 PM
What a sterling performance by the two actors!! I didn't think I'd like it; in fact, I didn't think I'd actually ordered this play as part of our subscription. I was SO wrong. A brilliant production. We were thoroughly impressed by the acting as well as maintaining the necessary accents. The excellent battle of such intelligent minds and the witty rebuttals could make this play a highlight of the season for us.
1/6/2023 01:01 PM
It was just not what we come to Fl. Rep to enjoy, especially in the small theatre. A little heavy. We prefer something much more uplifting and joyful. Hearing was inpossible for anyone wearing hearing aids. Well done professionally, but not entertaining for us.
1/7/2023 08:30 AM
So happy and grateful that Florida Rep is willing to stage such a thought provoking and intelligent play! Why I love this Theatre and continue to be a member year after year. Beyond excellence!
1/8/2023 12:01 PM
The acting was so excellent as was the direction! Issues never solved but always enjoyable to hear them “debated” by interesting & intelligent people. I was captivated by both men although siding with Freud most of the time. Thank you FL Rep for giving us this controversial subject for me to always ponder!
1/7/2023 09:34 AM
The actors were awesome.
1/7/2023 09:14 AM
I thought it was very powerful and thought provoking. 1/8/2023 02:59 PM
Was hesitant to attend this show thinking it would be boring. BOY! Was I wrong. Everything about it exceeded my expectation.
1/9/2023 11:31 AM
Though I knew about C.S. Lewis and Freud before seeing the play, I thought that the play itself was very informative without being condescending to the audience. Fantastic acting, set, and venue.
1/9/2023 11:51 AM
The setting was wonderful. I felt like I was in the room eavesdropping on their conversation. The acting was superb and I can just imagine the energy needed to be used with each performance. It must be exhausting. Dr. Freud was outstanding!!!
1/9/2023 03:14 PM
