The cultural calendar in Vero Beach is heating up for the new year as Broadway talent touches down on the Treasure Coast. The cast for Riverside Theatre’s highly anticipated production of the Tony Award-winning musical, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder, has officially arrived in Indian River County.
On the afternoon of December 14, ten of the fifteen cast members landed at the Vero Beach Regional Airport on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. Following their arrival, rehearsals commenced immediately on Monday, December 15. The team is now engaged in an intensive preparation period leading up to the show’s run on the Stark Stage, which begins in early January 2026.
A “Killer” Musical Comedy
Sponsored by Paul & Joanne Bourdeau, Bill & Eva Gurley, and Riverside Theatre’s Patron Producers, this production promises to bring professional-caliber wit and charm to local audiences. The musical is set in Edwardian England and tells the story of Monty Navarro, a lowly clerk who discovers he is ninth in line to inherit a massive family fortune and a title.
The delightfully wicked musical comedy—winner of four Tony® Awards including Best Musical—follows Monty Navarro… There’s just one small complication: eight eccentric D’Ysquith relatives must be removed—permanently—for Monty to succeed. What unfolds is a whirlwind of clever storytelling, razor-sharp humor, and deliciously murderous musical mischief.
Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team
Riverside Theatre continues to solidify its reputation as the largest professional producing non-profit theatre in Florida by attracting top-tier talent from New York and beyond.
* Dan DeLuca: Taking on the show’s signature challenge, DeLuca will portray all eight D’Ysquith heirs—both male and female. DeLuca is well-known for originating the role of Jack Kelly in the national tour of Disney’s Newsies.
* Jake Levy: Making his Riverside debut as the protagonist Monty Navarro, Levy comes fresh from the national tour of Wicked.
* Hunter Foster: The production is directed by this award-winning actor, writer, and director. Foster has appeared in eleven Broadway productions and was named “Director of the Year” by The Wall Street Journal.
Performance Dates and Ticket Information
Residents and visitors looking to experience this Broadway-quality production right here in Vero Beach should mark their calendars. The show features a score by Steven Lutvak and lyrics by Robert L. Freedman.
* Preview Performances: January 9–11, 2026
* Opening Night: January 13, 2026, at 7:30 pm
* Run Dates: January 9 – February 1, 2026
* Location: Stark Stage at Riverside Theatre, 3250 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach, FL.
Tickets start as low as **$50**. To reserve seats, interested theatergoers can contact the Box Office at **772-231-6990** or visit riversidetheatre.com.
About Riverside Theatre
For over 50 years, Riverside Theatre has served as a cultural cornerstone for the Treasure Coast. With an annual budget of approximately $12 million, the theatre employs over 100 staff members and 200 artists, significantly contributing to the economic and artistic vibrancy of Vero Beach. Beyond the main stage, the venue offers “In the Loop” concerts, comedy nights, and educational programs, supported by the Florida Department of State and the Cultural Council of Indian River County.
