The Naples Players at Sugden Community Theatre - Naples, Florida

Dick Nicholson

Can't say enough about this community theater! Of course there is an occasional dud, as they do take risks with their play selection. But that's a good thing, as there are often great unexpected surprises. And they do it with volunteers! You may find actors manning the ticket desk, cheerful volunteers serving as ushers and managing the snack bar. And we have seen plays here that rival anything we've seen in professional theater anywhere. Don't know how they do it, but it's great!

The rebuilt theater is also excellent, and we wouldn't change a thing.

Bob Dalton

absolutely, a five star performance by all cast members. The talent, the enthusiasm and the effort made for a wonderful evening. We drove from Fort Lauderdale and didn’t know what to expect it made for a wonderful evening.
We will be returning for the next show.

Oliver Buchholz

Wir waren das erste Mal bei The Naples Players und haben es keine Sekunde bereut. Wir schauten uns The Christmas Carol an und die Show war zauberhaft. Auf jeden Fall frühzeitig Karten organisieren.

Adrienne J

Here for The Sound of Music. Have always loved the outdoor area but the theatre is lovely! Comfortable, small enough for a personal experience. Performers are wonderful!

charles Greaves

Nice venue, no bad seats in the house. Valet parking was reasonable at 5.00 and was needed for the early show. It was extremely busy and street parking was nonexistent. The show we saw was great fun and I liked the acoustics. I will certainly be back again.

Debbie Burkhardt

Love going to live theater! My best friend and l usually enjoy going together. (Social distancing is in place for those wondering.) If you get a chance, go see a play and support the Sugden. It's community theater at its finest!

Kelly Gee

What a gem! 30 years in collier county and I finally went to our local theater. A group of us got together to see our fabulous Naples Players in the show Chicago. The theater is just an exceptional facility. We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful venue for our community theater.
Now to the details - There is free valet service behind the theater on 4th Avenue South and garage parking adjacent to the theater, so no worries about walking or inclement weather.
There is a concession stand and I know this is not news, but it is nice not to be charged $5.00 for a bottle of water or cup of coffee. I dont know if it is standard, but when we were there they offered an order ahead option so you don't have to wait in line at intermission. They had our orders ready for us off to the side for quick pickup.
I have been to other community theaters in other cities and I must say this is a beautiful place. It may be smaller but the service provided and the whole experience is equivalent to what I have received at Barbara B. Mann and the Phil.
The theater itself was very nice and comfortable. The lighting and sound were excellent and I cannot say enough about the talented performers. You will be amazed over and over again as you must constantly remind yourself that these are volunteers They put their time and talent together for our enjoyment. They perform and conduct themselves like professionals and the talent is through the roof! They do it for the love of the craft and their passion is evident.

Cheryl Bush

Excellent performance of 42nd Street! I will definitely return on my next visit to Naples.