Laughing Matters Vol. 7: Cranes Over Paradise
As of October 27, 2026, Laughing Matters Vol. 7: Cranes Over Paradise is a musicals that is in pre-production, currently casting. The production company attached is Florida Studio Theatre. Attached are casting director Alexys Hatch; director Richard Hopkins; and writers Sarah Durham, Kevin Allen and 3 others. It is scheduled to run in Sarasota, FL from January 2027 to July 2027. Production List last updated this listing on October 27, 2026.
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Project Summary
Laughing Matters (Vol. 7) is an all-new collection of songs and sketches inspired by the headlines, trends, and everyday moments everyone seems to be talking about. From the latest cultural obsessions to the quirks of life on the Suncoast, nothing is off limits in this fast-paced comedy revue that finds humor in the wonderfully ridiculous world we're all trying to navigate. Topics include artificial intelligence, cosmetic weight-loss treatments, pickleball, and traffic circles. The production is held in an exquisite 19th century French cabaret setting at Florida Studio Theatre in Sarasota, FL. Rehearsals begin January 19, 2027, with previews on February 10–11, 2027, opening February 12, 2027, and closing July 4, 2027.
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Cast & Crew
Production
| Executive Producer | Richard Hopkins |
Directing
| Executive Director | Rebecca Hopkins |
| Director | Richard Hopkins |
| Musical Director | Ryan Touhey |
Writing
| Head Writer | Rebecca Hopkins |
| Writer | Sarah Durham |
| Writer | Kevin Allen |
| Writer | Jim Prosser |
| Writer | Stephan deGhelder |
| Writer | Ben Liebert |
Sound & Music
| Musical Arranger | Jim Prosser |
Casting
| Casting Director | Alexys Hatch |
Contact details for each person listed are on file and available to members.
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