News Summary
The LAB Theater Project in Tampa will premiere Doug DeVita’s play, Goddess of the Hunt, in September 2025. The cast features talented actors and explores themes of grief, obsession, and social media culture. Two special benefit performances are also scheduled to support LGBTQ+ rights.
Tampa to Host Premiere of Doug DeVita’s “Goddess of the Hunt” in 2025
The LAB Theater Project in Tampa is set to premiere Doug DeVita’s new play, “Goddess of the Hunt,” on Thursday, September 18, 2025. The production will run through Sunday, October 5, 2025, with performances scheduled for Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m..
Tickets for the highly anticipated show can be purchased through the LAB Theater Project’s official website at labtheaterproject.org. This production is a part of the theater’s 10th season, which is dedicated to showcasing world premieres.
Performance Details
The cast of “Goddess of the Hunt” includes talented actors David Warner, Charles Byrd, Larry Corwin, Zach “Hippie” Griswold, and Samantha Martí-Parisi. This madcap play explores themes of grief, obsession, and the pervasive culture of oversharing in the age of social media.
The storyline follows widower Charlie Windsor as he encounters Diana Black-White, pulling him into a complicated web of secrets and performative identities. The play satirizes the modern phenomenon of social media, dwelling on the dynamics of likes, tags, and friend requests that shape personal interactions today.
Special Benefit Performances
In addition to the regular performance schedule, two special benefit shows are planned for September 27 at 8 p.m. and September 28 at 3 p.m. Proceeds from these shows will support Equality Florida, contributing to the organization’s advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights in the state.
Background of the Play and Its Writer
Doug DeVita, the playwright behind “Goddess of the Hunt,” is recognized as a two-time semi-finalist at the O’Neill National Playwrights Conference. His works have enjoyed successful runs in various major cities, establishing him as a prominent voice in contemporary theater.
“Goddess of the Hunt” underwent significant revisions following its development at the Kennedy Center Playwrights Intensive. Prior to its upcoming premiere, the play had a successful workshop production at the Fresh Fruit Festival in New York, where it earned a nomination for a Broadway World Award for Best New Off-Off Broadway Play.
A Celebration of Theater
Owen Robertson, the artistic director of LAB Theater Project, described the play as “wicked, witty, and wonderfully theatrical.” This premiere not only marks a new milestone for DeVita’s work but also celebrates a decade of the LAB Theater Project’s commitment to innovative and engaging theater.
The LAB Theater Project, located at 812 E. Henderson Ave., Tampa, has built a reputation for producing original works and nurturing new theater talents. With “Goddess of the Hunt”, audiences can expect a lively and thought-provoking production that reflects contemporary society’s complexities.
As the curtain rises on September 18, theatergoers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a story that resonates with today’s digital age while honoring the timeless themes of love and loss.
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Additional Resources
- TBN Weekly – Local News
- Wikipedia: Theater
- St. Pete Catalyst – Arts Events
- Google Search: Doug DeVita Goddess of the Hunt
- Broadway World – Doug DeVita Talkback
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Social Media
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