“Paradise and Mr. Prince" Coming to Art Center Theatre

Prepare for an enchanting journey into the lives of Marco Island characters as Marco Island Center for the Arts presents "Paradise and Mr. Prince." Playwright and director Mitchel Eil brings an engaging assortment of characters to life on the stage of the Marco Island Center for the Arts’ Arts Center Theatre, promising an evening filled with laughter, mystery, and heartfelt revelations.

The play focuses on Dan Paradise as he grapples with unexpected life choices and situations. Suddenly a new opportunity emerges through his friend and local law enforcement officer, Tommy Spinnelli, and his funny and talkative wife, Teresa "Squeaky" Spinnelli. Together, they embark on a quest to assist Mr. Martin Prince, who returns to Marco Island seeking a connection with a long-lost friend.

“With the support of the Arts Center and the enthusiasm already gathering from an outstanding cast and crew, I am very excited and honored to have this play hit the stage. Since it is set on Marco, I think the audience here will have no trouble relating to the play’s picture of life on our little piece of paradise. There’s a lot of laughter and fun to share--as well as, inevitably, some of the tribulations we all must face with the passage of time. And you don’t have to have seen my previous play to appreciate it. This one stands on its own!”

Join cast members Cash Cahill, Alex Costello, Kip Jones, Patricia Mills, Cindy Sepich, Ty Szumigala, and Jay Terzis as they take audiences on a whirlwind of emotion in "Paradise and Mr. Prince," from uproariously humorous moments to scenes of self-discovery and camaraderie. This production encapsulates the vibrant spirit of Marco Island, celebrating its idyllic charm, eccentricities, and the enduring bonds that unite its inhabitants. 

"Paradise and Mr. Prince" will take center stage at the Arts Center Theatre in Marco Town Center on May 16-19, 23, 25, and 26, 2024. Tickets for "Paradise and Mr. Prince” are available for purchase for $25. Secure your seats today by visiting marcoislandart.org or calling 239-394-4221.