Florida Theatrical Events presents
DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE

by Ken Ludwig
Helen Hayes Award Winner! 2020 Best New Play!

From the creator of LEND ME A TENOR & MOON OVER BUFFALO

Ken Ludwig, the reigning king of theatrical farce as well as two-time Tony Award winning & two-time Olivier Award winning playwright tells the joyous, heart-warming story of his parents’ intriguing courtship during World War II, and the results are anything but expected! Put in contact by their families, two strangers meet by letter. Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor and Louise Rabiner, an aspiring actress and dancer in New York City write back and forth – hilarity, romance, unexpected turns, and excitement ensue!

Starring: Chad Raven and Alexandra Van Hasselt.

Dec 4 – Dec 20 at Empire Stage
Tix $40 ($30 for Dec 4 preview)
1 HOUR, 40 MINUTES (includes 1 intermission)
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Starts: December 4, 2026

End: December 20, 2026

Venue: Empire Stage

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What Our Audience Has To Say About Us!

This place was FABULOUS! We saw “The Golden Girls, thank u for being a friend” best and funniest show we ever saw. Owner could not have been nicer. We will definitely be back! Also location is terrific, so close to great restaurants, etc

Julie D.

Great time at the naked comedy show! Handsome, funny and talented young men!! Not bad on the eyes!! Too bbad my 83 year old Mother was laid up in the hospital! It was her idea to see the show!!!! Greeted warmly by the host with free wine and many laughs as he warmed up the audience dressed in drag and full of wise cracks! Check it out if you get the chance!!!

Dolores S.

Cool place. I saw the absolutely hilarious “Thank You For Being a Friend”, the Golden Girls parody. Enjoyed every moment of it, and I’m so glad I made it a part of my vacation.

Linda F.

Absolutely delightful and intimate Blackbox theatre where you see and hear everything. Plenty of parking everywhere. The lobby boasts couches to sit on and wait, snacks to buy, and a certain feeling of being in a real hip theater.

Ginger R.

This hidden gem is just the cutest little theater with some really great acting and fabulous performances.

Paul L.

Intimate space. Great sound…Staff pleasent. Great venue.

Mark L.

Satisfied every time!! Always enjoy the intimate space & relaxed atmosphere. Employs & hosts always friendly.

Gary D.

Went to see THANK YOU FOR BEING A FRIEND with my husband and two friends and we all had a great time! Show was smart, funny, and very entertaining! A big THANK YOU to David at Empire Stage for being so accommodating with our last-minute tickets and for putting together shows we all want to see. Can’t wait for the next one!

Ted S.