Clyde's by Lynn Nottage

The Laboratory Theater of Florida presents the SWFL premiere of Clyde’s by two-time Pulitzer-Prize winner Lynn Nottage.

The Laboratory Theater of Florida will present the SWFL premiere of Lynn Nottage’s Clyde’s from July 26th - August 11th. 

Clyde's is a sandwich shop and last-chance haven for those cast aside by society. The indomitable Clyde, played by Sonya McCarter, oversees her eclectic team of misfits with an iron fist as they each grapple with their own demons and strive for a better future. A searingly honest portrayal of life on the margins, this story of redemption and hope is brought to life by one of the most celebrated playwrights of our time.

Directed by Tijuanna Clemons, Clyde’s features Sonya McCarter (Clyde), Lemec Bernard (Montrellous), Waner Del Rosario (Rafael), Loyse Michel (Letitia), and Justin Larsche (Jason). 

“Clyde’s” is a gripping story of systemic oppression and survival, redemption, love, and loving oneself that’s sure to stir the hearts of all. Crossing all racial and cultural barriers, Clyde’s pleasantly gives life to the formerly incarcerated by undressing the stereotypes and putting humanity on display,” says Director Tijuanna Clemons, adding, “You are more than your worst last mistake.”

"…a flavor-bomb of a comedy about survival, second chances, and digesting whatever life serves up…a subversion of familiar genres, including drawing room comedy and workplace drama, and the value judgments conventionally inherent to them. By nature of her composition, Nottage also questions which sorts of rooms and people have previously been considered worthy of sustained attention.” —Variety.

"Clyde’s" is sponsored by Janet and Bruce Bunch.

Performance dates:

July 26, 27 at  7:30 pm

August 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 at 7:30 pm

July 28 at 2 pm

August 4, 11 at  2pm

Special Events:

July 24, 25 - Half-price previews

July 27 - Staging Teen Success with FREE teen tickets

August 8 - Sensory Friendly Performance.

Tickets are $42 each or $15 for students with valid student IDs. There are half-priced previews on June 5th and 6th, and a new Thursday night special ticket price of $37 each for adults. For tickets, please call the box office at 239.218.0481 or online at www.laboratorytheaterflorida.com.