Prepare for an evening of suspense, laughter, and island intrigue because the Marco Island Middle for the Arts’ Arts Middle Theatre proudly presents Marco Midnight, the most recent theatrical work from native playwright and director Mitch Eil. This extremely anticipated manufacturing will run Could 7, 9, 10, 15, 16, and 17, 2026.
Marco Midnight marks the third installment in Eil’s beloved sequence of tales set on Marco Island, as soon as once more that includes the charismatic and intelligent personal investigator Dan Paradise. Recognized for weaving native allure with partaking storytelling, Eil delivers one other entertaining chapter crammed with thriller, wit, and surprising twists.
On this newest journey, Dan Paradise is drawn right into a puzzling case when a household uncovers a mysterious letter whereas settling their dad and mom’ property. The letter hints at a hidden fortune tucked away someplace inside certainly one of Marco Island’s luxurious beachfront condominiums. Teaming up with Martin Prince and an lively confederate, Dan embarks on a treasure hunt that rapidly spirals right into a whirlwind of comedic mishaps and escalating rigidity.
As clues unfold and stakes rise, the trio should navigate each the absurd and the damaging, encountering an unexpected—and probably life-threatening—impediment alongside the way in which. Mixing lighthearted humor with edge-of-your-seat suspense, Marco Midnight guarantees audiences a totally entertaining night on the theatre.
The manufacturing incorporates a proficient solid of native performers, together with Betsy Greenblatt as Sarah Klasczewski, Mitch Frank as Martin Prince, Patrick Huey as Dan Paradise, Yvonne Palmer as Eva Dadekian, and Gregg Birr as Whitey Tchopimoff—every bringing vibrant vitality and persona to this dynamic ensemble.
“This manufacturing is a love letter to Marco Island,” says Eil. “It’s crammed with acquainted settings, colourful characters, and a narrative that retains audiences guessing whereas making them chortle.”
Don’t miss your likelihood to expertise this domestically impressed mystery-comedy that captures the spirit—and secrets and techniques—of Marco Island.
