Florida Studio Theatre Continues the Laughter with its Fall Improv Lineup

SARASOTA, Fla. (September 23, 2026) — Florida Studio Theatre (FST) keeps the laughter rolling into fall with a lineup of high-energy improv performances that put the audience at the center of the action. From cinematic chaos to holiday hijinks, FST Improv brings a fresh twist to the stage every night. A full schedule of performances is included below.

“We’re so excited to keep the good times going with another season of improv,” said Sarah Durham, FST’s Director of Improv. “Our improvisers are ready to get back onstage and make each show completely different from the one before it. That’s what I love about improv. We don’t know exactly what’s going to happen, the audience doesn’t know what’s going to happen, and we get to figure it out together. It keeps every show fresh, a little unpredictable, and a whole lot of fun.”

The season continues October 3 with Murder, She Improvised, an audience-driven whodunit where the killer truly is TBD. A heinous crime unfolds before the audience’s eyes, and the detective will have only their wits – and the crowd’s deeply unhelpful suggestions – to help solve the case. The first two performances will feature special guest improvisers from Atlanta’s acclaimed Dad’s Garage. Afterwards, FST Improv will take over the sleuthing duties for the remainder of the run through September 19, 2026.

On October 31, FST’s resident improv team returns for a one-night-only performance of We’re Doomed!, diving headfirst into cinematic chaos. Improvisers will create an original movie-style adventure right before the audience’s eyes, complete with pulse-pounding action and spine-tingling suspense.

Beginning November 28, It’s a Blunderful Life returns to the stage. With no script, no plan, and no clue what’s coming next, the quick-witted cast spins an entire Hallmark movie on the spot. Tropey meet-cutes and Christmas tree farm drama make for a holiday movie gone wildly off the rails in this festive show.

Closing out the year is Resolution Rewind on December 26 and 31. Before heading out to watch the Pineapple Drop, join FST Improv for a comedic look back at the best games, sketches, and moments of 2026. The cast will bring back fan favorites from throughout the year, while audience suggestions help shape this one-of-a-kind retrospective

From murder mysteries to energetic games, FST’s fall improv lineup offers plenty of opportunities to experience something new every time you visit. Tickets are available at FloridaStudioTheatre.org or by calling (941) 366-9000.

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FULL SCHEDULE

All Improv shows are performed in the Bowne’s Lab at 7:30PM unless otherwise noted.

Murder, She Improvised
Oct. 3 – Nov. 21, 2026

We’re Doomed!
Oct. 31, 2026

It’s a Blunderful Life
Nov. 28 – Dec. 19, 2026

Resolution Rewind
Dec. 26 & 31, 2026

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Sponsors

FST Improv is grateful to its sponsors: Sarasota County Tourist Development Tax, The Shubert Foundation, and Florida Arts & Culture.

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 Executive Producer 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.