Florida Studio Theatre Announces Another Extension for Songbirds of the Seventies

SARASOTA, Fla. (August 13, 2026) — Florida Studio Theatre (FST) ) is excited to announce that its acclaimed summer cabaret, Songbirds of the Seventies: From Woodstock to Soft Rock, has been extended for a second time through September 20, 2026. Featuring era-defining hits from artists like Stevie Nicks and Carole King, this musical celebration journeys through the songs that shaped the 1960s and ’70s.

Audiences have embraced the cabaret, calling it “exceptional,” “impeccable,” and “pitch perfect.” Critics agree, with BroadwayWorld praising the production for its “infectious smiles,” “raw authenticity,” and “creative genius,” before concluding, “Make sure to catch this show that will surely uplift your spirits.” Family Beautiful calls the show a “dynamic,” “completely unforgettable” experience featuring “extremely talented” performers.

“These songs will make you remember the car you were driving, who you were dating, maybe your first kiss,” said cast member Madalyn McHugh. “I think that’s such a special part of the music.”

Created by Nancy Allen – the mind behind previous FST hits Rhinestone Cowgirls (Summer 2024) and Divas Three (Summer 2023) – Songbirds of the Seventies celebrates the women whose voices defined an era. From the folk-inspired sounds of Woodstock to the unforgettable melodies of soft rock, the cabaret spans decades of music that continues to resonate with audiences today.

“I love to dissect the lyrics: what the artist was trying to say, what it means to me, and how I might portray that to the audience,” said cast member Samantha Duval. “That is one of the most exciting things about these songs.”

The cast features FST favorite Madalyn McHugh (Three Pianos, Divas, A Place in the Sun, Take It to the Limit, Outlaws & Angels, Friends in Low Places), Samantha Duval (Little Shop of Horrors, Divas Three, Rhinestone Cowgirls), and Victoria Boland (FST debut). Together, the trio boasts powerful harmonies and expressive showmanship that audiences have called “flawless.”

The creative team includes Catherine Randazzo (Line Producer), Kate Landry (Lighting Design), Nicholas Christensen (Sound Design), and Leigh Womack (Sound and Lightboard Operator).

“Something special happens every single time we perform these songs,” said cast member Victoria Boland. “Something that will make us giggle onstage, or smile in a way that we haven’t yet smiled, or get goosebumps.”

Relive the songs you love with Songbirds of the Seventies, now extended through September 20, 2026. Single tickets start at $37 and are available at FloridaStudioTheatre.org or by calling (941) 366-9000. 

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Sponsors

Florida Studio Theatre is grateful to its sponsors of the 2026 Summer Cabaret Season: Sarasota County Tourist Development Tax, The Shubert Foundation, The Exchange, Florida Arts & Culture, and WEDU PBS.

About Florida Studio Theatre

Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is Sarasota’s contemporary theatre. Founded in 1973, FST has grown to a village of five theatres located in the heart of downtown Sarasota. Each theatre is small in size and large in impact – providing intimate and engaging settings for high-quality, professional performances. 

Today, FST has established itself as a major force in American Theatre. FST is the largest subscription theatre in the state of Florida and among the largest in the country, serving more than 225,000 live attendees each year across its diverse programs: Mainstage, Cabaret, Stage III, Children’s Theatre, Improv, The FST School, and New Play Development.

Even with its growth, Florida Studio Theatre remains firmly committed to making the arts accessible and affordable to as many people as possible. Under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Richard Hopkins, FST develops theatre that speaks to our living, evolving, and dynamically changing world. Hip and historical, entertaining and challenging, we are where everyone is welcome to engage in the art of theatre.