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Players by the Sea to continue production at the Ritz Theatre after being displaced by a fire

Published: May 14, 2025 at 5:53 PM

In a testament to resilience and community support, Players by the Sea in Jacksonville Beach is set to stage performances of the musical Waitress this weekend, starting Friday night. The shows will take place at the Ritz Theatre and Museum in Downtown Jacksonville, following a fire that forced a closure of the theater’s original venue.

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Players by the Sea to continue production at the Ritz Theatre after being displaced by a fire

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