Pompano Beach Arts is thrilled to announce the arrival of the Pompano Players, a brand-new professional resident theater company at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center. Debuting this fall, Pompano Players promises a captivating six-show inaugural season featuring a delightful mix of hilarious comedies and high-energy musicals. But don't miss out – each production has a limited run of only eight shows! Secure your tickets now with subscriptions starting at $199 and single tickets starting at $45. Learn more at www.pompanobeachculturalcenter.com.

"We are so proud to be joining the South Florida theatre community,” said Ty Tabing, Director of the Cultural Affairs Department   “We successfully partnered with theatre veteran Kevin Barrett on a few programs last year, and now we are excited to expand our offerings with a carefully curated theatre season.” 

ACM Theatricals, part of Arts Center Management (ACM), is producing all six shows this season, in addition to their acclaimed Broadway at LPAC Series at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center in Lauderhill, FL. Kevin Barrett, the Founder and CEO of ACM, is an acclaimed theatre executive with 32 years of experience running venues in Massachusetts and Florida, and is the long-time Executive Director of the historic Delray Beach Playhouse in Delray Beach and the former General Manager of the Coral Springs Center for the Arts (1999-2016).

"When crafting Pompano Beach's inaugural season we selected engaging shows that both our actors and audience members will embrace,” stated Barrett. “Get ready for a delightful blend of humor, song, and heartwarming nostalgia!"

Pompano Players 2024-2025 Season

LOVE, LOSS, AND WHAT I WORE | October 11 – October 20, 2024

LOVE, LOSS, and WHAT I WORE, based on Nora Ephron and Delia Ephron's best-selling book, delves into the sentimental significance of women's clothing through a series of vignettes. Picture a group of stylish women, clad in elegant black attire, seated on stools, sharing heartfelt and amusing anecdotes about family and relationships, all through the lens of their wardrobes. From humorous tales of fashion faux pas to poignant reflections on cherished items, this play celebrates the essence of femininity. It's a mix of monologues and group pieces touching on various themes like mother-daughter bonds, prom night memories, the struggles of bra shopping, and the enduring appeal of black attire.

I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE | November 8- November 17, 2024

Get ready for a revamped version of the longest-running off-Broadway revue ever! This show, a comedic exploration of the complexities of modern relationships, has been updated for the 21st century. Act I navigates the journey from dating to marriage, while Act II dives into the joys and challenges of family life, from in-laws to newborns. With hilarious sketches and catchy songs, I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE celebrates the highs and lows of love, paying homage to those who've experienced the ups and downs of romance and dared to ask, "Hey, what are you up to Saturday night?"

JERRY’S GIRLS | January 10-January 19, 2025

An exhilarating two-hour musical extravaganza celebrating glamour, optimism, love, melody, and women! Featuring music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, this Broadway sensation showcases the greatest hits for women from timeless musicals like Mame, Hello Dolly!, Milk and Honey, Mack and Mabel, A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine, and La Cage Aux Folles. The New York Times raved, calling it "a brilliantly lively and scintillating evening of cabaret."

RESPECT: A MUSICAL JOURNEY OF WOMEN | March 28-April 6, 2025
Dorothy Marcic brings her book Respect: Women and Popular Music to life in a vibrant musical revue that traces the journey of women in America from 1900 to today. From the dependency of "I Will Follow Him" to the defiance of "These Boots are Made for Walking" and the empowerment of "Hero," the show captures a spectrum of women's experiences. Featuring excerpts from 60 songs and real-life stories of dreams, love, work, and independence, it's an exhilarating ride through history. With classics like "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend," “I Enjoy Being a Girl,” “I Wanna Be Loved By You,” “As Long As He Needs Me” and “Whatever Lola Wants,”  and modern standards like "The Greatest Love of All," “Where the Boys Are,” “It Must Be Him,” and “Stand