Lights, curtain, action! Vero Beach is bursting with theatrical energy, and the rest of 2025 - 2026 is packed with performances you won't want to miss. From dazzling musicals to captivating plays and local gems flying under the radar, the stage is set for an unforgettable lineup. Whether you're a devoted theatre buff or just looking for a magical night out, we've gathered the top 9 must-see shows happening in Vero Beach between now and 2026. Get ready, these performances are stealing the spotlight!
In no particular order:
A Chorus Line
Get ready for a front-row seat to the drama, dreams, and drive of A Chorus Line! This award-winning musical phenomenon offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at dancers laying it all on the line for a shot at stardom. Packed with unforgettable hits like "What I Did for Love" and "One," it's a tribute to the grit and heart that fuel the performing arts. Presented by the Theatre Guild, the show runs from July 18 through August 3, 2025.
For more information, including tickets and showtimes, be sure to check out the Theatre Guild's official site below.
Rumors
Brace yourself for an evening of laughter and mayhem with Neil Simon's Rumors! This sharp-witted farce follows a group of well-heeled guests whose elegant dinner party takes a wild turn when the host is found mysteriously injured, and no one knows what really happened. As panic sets in, the cover-ups get crazier, the lies pile up, and the hilarity skyrockets. Presented by the Theatre Guild, this riotous production runs from September 5 to September 21, 2025.
Want all the details? Visit the Theatre Guild's website below for tickets and showtimes.
Young Frankenstein
Get ready for spooky fun and side-splitting laughs with Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein! This musical comedy brings the classic horror parody to life as the infamous Dr. Frankenstein's grandson inherits the family castle, and a few creepy secrets. Packed with outrageous humor, wild characters, and toe-tapping tunes, it's a monstrously entertaining night at the theatre. Presented by the Theatre Guild, this production runs from October 17 to November 2, 2025.
For more details and ticket info, visit the Theatre Guild's website below!
Little Shop of Horrors
Get ready to laugh, gasp, and rock out with Little Shop of Horrors! This cult-favorite musical, featuring music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, tells the story of Seymour, a timid florist who stumbles upon a peculiar plant with a taste for fame, and blood. As the plant, lovingly named Audrey II, grows bigger (and hungrier), Seymour is thrust into a wild ride of temptation, romance, and moral mayhem. Directed by DJ Salisbury, this hilariously twisted tale takes the stage at Riverside Theatre on the Stark Stage from October 16 to November 9, 2025.
For tickets and more information, visit Riverside Theatre's website below!
A Christmas Carol
Step into the spirit of the season with A Christmas Carol! Follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his unforgettable journey through past, present, and future in this timeless holiday classic. Full of heartwarming moments, vivid characters, and a powerful message of hope and redemption, this production is the perfect way to celebrate with family and friends. Presented by the Theatre Guild, this festive favorite runs from December 5 to December 21, 2025.
For tickets and more information, visit the Theatre Guild's website below!
A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder
Murder has never been this charming, or this funny! In A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, Monty Navarro discovers he's eighth in line to inherit a noble title and fortune. His solution? Eliminate the competition, one outrageous relative at a time. With dazzling wit, clever twists, and a score packed with charm, this Tony® Award-winning musical is a fast-paced romp through ambition, romance, and hilariously untimely deaths. Directed by Hunter Foster, the show runs at Riverside Theatre on the Stark Stage from January 9 to February 1, 2026.
For tickets and full show details, visit Riverside Theatre's website below!
Jesus Christ Superstar
The legendary rock opera that changed musical theatre returns to the stage, Jesus Christ Superstar is here to electrify! With an unforgettable score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, this iconic production reimagines the final days of Jesus through a powerful, contemporary lens. From his growing following to the tensions with Rome and betrayal by Judas, the story unfolds entirely through music, featuring timeless hits like "Superstar," "I Don't Know How to Love Him," and "Gethsemane." Directed by Allen D. Cornell, this bold and moving production runs at Riverside Theatre on the Stark Stage from February 26 to March 22, 2026.
Visit Riverside Theatre's website below for tickets and additional info.
9 to 5 The Musical
Grab your heels, your coffee, and your sense of humor, 9 to 5 The Musical is clocking in! Inspired by the hit film, this high-spirited show follows three overworked and underestimated women who decide they've had enough of their arrogant, sexist boss. What starts as an impulsive plan for revenge turns into a wildly funny takeover that transforms the office, and their lives. With catchy songs and sharp wit from Dolly Parton, this empowering musical is a feel-good celebration of friendship, justice, and making work... work for you. Directed by Richard Stafford, this production runs at Riverside Theatre on the Stark Stage from April 16 to May 10, 2026.
For tickets and more information, visit Riverside Theatre's website below!
Mauritius
Deception, desire, and rare stamps collide in Mauritius, a sharp-witted thriller with a twist at every turn. When Jackie inherits her late mother's stamp collection, she sees a chance to escape crushing debt, until a slick dealer, a fast-talking stranger, and a bitter half-sister get involved. Could the collection contain the legendary, and wildly valuable, Mauritius "Post Office" stamps, or is it just another dead end? With greed and betrayal bubbling beneath every exchange, Theresa Rebeck's fast-paced play keeps you guessing with each reveal. Directed by Chris Clavelli, this gripping and darkly funny production runs at Riverside Theatre on the Waxlax Stage from February 3 to 22, 2026.
For tickets and more information, visit Riverside Theatre's website below!
My name is Ava Cook and I am a Freshman at Florida Southern College in Lakeland FL. I am currently a B.F.A musical theatre major with a minor in Business Administration. I love reading, singing, acting, dancing, and writing. My favorite part about Vero Beach and Indian River County as a whole is how close the community is. Vero Vine is important to me as it allows me to do my part it bringing the community together also, sharing events, small businesses, and other local happenings. If you have any questions or any recommendations for me, my email is always open [email protected].
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