- March 14, 2025
Alex Huppe and Jeryl Schriever pose with Huppe's 1937 Buick Special in front of Florida Studio Theatre.
Photo by Janet CombsJocelyn Williams, Ava Weller and Anita Haniieva from Circus Arts Conservatory performed at FST's annual Shindig held on March 10.
Photo by Janet CombsMatthew Glover, Angel Hayes and Daniel Elrod
Photo by Janet CombsFST Managing Director and the 2025 Shindig Mistress of Ceremonies Rebecca Hopkins
Photo by Janet CombsCatherine Randazzo's energy and enthusiasm help raise funds during the shindig.
Photo by Janet CombsFlorida Studio Theatre held its annual Shindig titled "Oh What a Night" on March 10.
Photo by Janet CombsBen Liebert, Kelsey Wehde Wilson, Hershey Millner, Korianna Perez-Nunez, Emiliano Mejias, Sarah Hedges and Wendy Kiesewetter
Photo by Janet CombsJacinta Kavanaugh and Abby Jimison
Photo by Janet CombsKathryn Chesley volunteers at Florida Studio Theatre for the annual Shindig.
Photo by Janet CombsRoger and Patricia Courtois
Photo by Janet CombsCookie Bloom with Janet and Tom Rudbeck
Photo by Janet CombsBill Kamm, Kathy Engebretson, Pamela Kamm, Doug Engelbretson and John Toal
Photo by Janet CombsRenea Glendinning is ready for FST's annual Shindig: Oh What a Night.
Photo by Janet CombsMichael Hoxha and Emilia Ciotti
Photo by Janet CombsTyler Lemley is always all smiles.
Photo by Janet CombsGeorgette and Ken Damelio
Photo by Janet CombsAndrew Mauney, Susan Bonomi and Kevin Shiu
Photo by Janet CombsHeather Shoup, Corey Greenan and Becky Forest
Photo by Janet CombsAlan Ott and Sharon Casaburo
Photo by Janet CombsCarlene Lebous and Harris Haston
Photo by Janet CombsBert Bosse, Toni Yamin, and Michael and Barbara McDaniel with Neil and Lambi Newsham
Photo by Janet CombsNoah Sieg, Hailey Hogan and Doris Iemolo
Photo by Janet CombsJill and Alan Anderson
Photo by Janet CombsBrian and Katherine Leaver
Photo by Janet CombsD. Franklin, Nancy Rominger and Hershey Vazquez Millner
Photo by Janet CombsJoe Casey, Rachel Moulton, Freddie Bennett, Michael Walker and Calli McRae
Photo by Janet CombsJacinta Kavanaugh, Megan Schroeder and Ana Temple
Photo by Janet CombsSarah Garrett serves appetizers.
Photo by Janet CombsRobin Fetsch, Charles Williams and Karlynn Barker
Photo by Janet CombsRoger Courtois and Pat Mulva
Photo by Janet CombsClarke Weigle, June Harper and Kristin Hartnett
Photo by Janet CombsRichard Hopkins is Florida Studio Theatre's producing artistic director
Photo by Janet CombsDellan Short and Sasha Pyatte
Photo by Janet CombsOne of the highlights of the season is Florida Studio Theatre's annual Shindig, and the much anticipated 2025 event did not disappoint.
The March 10 event began on the corner of Cocoanut and Palm avenues with cocktails and passed hors d'oeuvres. About 250 guests enjoyed performances by the Circus Arts Conservatory; Nick Lande, the Honest Magician; and FST Improv. A guest appearance by Alex Huppe's pristine 1937 Buick Special was used as a photo op and left guests and passersby alike oohing and aahing.
After moving into the Hegner Theatre Wing, FST Managing Director Rebecca Hopkins opened the show with her typical humor and good nature. Chairwoman Anita DeVine was acknowledged and presented with a bouquet of flowers, and guests were treated to performances by cast members of “Jersey Boys,” “59th Street Bridge” and “Divas.”
Producing Artistic Director Richard Hopkins took the audience to a more serious note when he bestowed the coveted Spelman Award upon Priscilla and Jack Schlegel. The Spelman Award honors individuals/couples and organizations that have demonstrated extraordinary leadership with mentoring, service and/or philanthropic support.