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Dear Jack Dear Louise
Cameron Kubly as Jack Ludwig

“And the current Tampa Rep production at the Staz Center’s Shimberg Playhouse has two of the finest young actors in our area: Cameron Kubly as Jack and Katie Davis as Louise.  They are so different in their characters—she’s the wise-cracking extrovert while he’s more hesitant and shy—that the whole production more than just works; it soars.”

(Read the full review here)

Peter Nason

BroadwayWorld.com

Katie Davis as Louise Rabiner
Dear Jack, Dear Louise
Dear Jack, Dear Louise
Cameron Kubly as Jack Ludwig

Photos courtesy James Zambon Productions

Last night we we were honored to be at the Opening Night performance of Tampa Rep’s “Dear Jack, Dear Louise” at the Shimberg Playhouse at the Straz. An outstanding production of a war time love story based on how the author’s parents met during WW2. (Author: Ken Ludwig). Perfect casting, direction, set design, and sound/light design. A funny, and then emotional evening. Just what theatre should do. Even better, we can’t stop talking about the production. Fit this one into your schedule. Runs for 3 weekends….”

– Facebook User

Dear Jack, Dear Louise
“Best show in town right now is ‘Dear Jack Dear Louise’! I encourage everyone to see this wonderful, funny, entertaining, heartfelt show. The acting, direction , and all the pieces (light, sound, set…) are spot on. It’s produced by The Tampa Repertory Theatre and is at the Shimberg Playhouse at Straz.

Don’t miss it. It plays through July 26.”

– Facebook User

TAMPAREP 2025-26 SEASON

CONNECTION, CONFLICT, AND COMPASSION

At TampaRep, we believe in the power of theatre to bring people together. To spark conversation, to celebrate connection, and to share stories that resonate across generations. This season, we invite our audiences to Come Together with TampaRep through a trio of plays that are by turns heartwarming, hilarious, and deeply human. From the timeless redemption of A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play, to the razor-sharp wit of God of Carnage, to the tender wartime romance of Dear Jack, Dear Louise, each production reflects our commitment to presenting work that is innovative, provocative, and classic. We’re also proud to present special command performances of Every Brilliant Thing, continuing our Raise the Curtain on Mental Health Awareness initiative and creating space for community dialogue around resilience, compassion, and hope. As our country marks its 250th anniversary, these stories remind us of where we’ve been, and of the shared values that continue to unite us.

-Emilia Sargent, Producing Artistic Director

TITLES ANNOUNCED! TAMPAREP 2026-27 SEASON

Peter & the Starcatcher

Nov 6-22, 2026

Miracle on 34th Street

Dec 4-23, 2026

Job

Apr 15-May 2, 2027

Burn This

Jul 9-25, 2027

TampaRep is proud to be the company that brings theatre to you.

•   As a theatre company without a permanent space, we present plays and performances throughout the Tampa area – from the USF campus to Ybor City to Channelside to the Straz Center.
•   We present work in venues that are convenient to audiences!
•   For more information, including show descriptions, venue locations and directions, or to purchase tickets, click on the show titles above.
•   Questions? Email info@tamparep.org Or call the box office at (813) 556-8737