A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
January 7th - February 1st, 2026
January 7th - February 1st, 2026
THE LABORATORY THEATER OF FLORIDA
1634 WOODFORD AVE
FORT MYERS, FL 33901
1634 WOODFORD AVE
FORT MYERS, FL 33901
Overview
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum is a rollicking musical farce that transports audiences to ancient Rome, where the clever slave Pseudolus concocts a daring plan to secure his freedom by uniting his young master, Hero, with the beautiful courtesan Philia. This uproarious tale weaves together cases of mistaken identity, witty wordplay, and high-energy antics, ensuring an evening filled with laughter and delight. With a brilliant score by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, this timeless classic promises "something for everyone, a comedy tonight!"
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way To The Forum is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI).
A fresh revival of Sondheim's zaniest musical farce... nothing short of a spectacle." - D.C. Arts
Performance dates:
January 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 at 7:30 pm
January 11, 17, 18, 25 at 2 pm
February 1 at 2 pm
Special Events:
January 7, 8 at 7:30 PM Half-price preview nights
January 10 at 7:30 PM Teens get a free ticket to the performance (reservations required)
January 29 at 7:30 PM Sensory-friendly performance
Sponsorship is available.
Not Allowed
The Laboratory Theater offers concessions, but cannot allow outside food or drink. Photography and videography of the performance are strictly prohibited.
Additional Info
Half-Price preview, Thrifty Thursday, and Group discounts are automatically applied at checkout when applicable. Discounts may not be combined. Groups of 10 tickets or more purchased at the same time receive an automatic 10% discount on all regular-price tickets at checkout. Tickets are nonrefundable; tickets may be exchanged for another date or for a Laboratory Theater of Florida credit. Cancellations must be made by 10 a.m. on the date of the performance. There will be no credit for missed performances. The theater may, but is not obligated to, make reasonable accommodations due to performances missed due to illness, traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances. Refunds are only available if the theater cancels the performance for which the patron holds tickets; tickets to postponed performances may be exchanged for another date or for a credit. For holders of our Flex passes, no credit is given for lower-priced performances. Internet service fees are non-refundable. Guests must check in by five minutes to curtain. Late guests may have their tickets forfeited to the waiting list. Additional Parking is located behind the main theater.
Event Details
Age:
PG-13
Category:
Comedy
Performing Arts
Location:
The Laboratory Theater of Florida
1634 Woodford Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33901- Get directions
Organizer
The Laboratory Theater of Florida
Fort Myers' home of intentionally innovative live theater.
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