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Theatre UCF is on the UCF campus near the intersection of University Boulevard and Alafaya Trail in east Orlando. Performances begin at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays.
To purchase tickets or for ticket information call the box office at 407-823-1500. Standard tickets are $17 ($15 for seniors; $10 for students) and group rates are available. It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance, available through the Theatre UCF box office. UCF offers accommodations to make the theatre more accessible to patrons with disabilities 麻豆精品 S攆or assistance, please call the box office in advance.
Summer at a glance:
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By Anthony Marriott and Alistair Foot
Directed by Christopher Niess
June 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 at 8 p.m.
June 10, 17 at 2 p.m.
Black Box Theatre
Price: Standard $17, Senior $15, Student $10; Group discounts available
Subscriptions: $40 standard, $36 senior, $20 student
Address: 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando
Box Office Phone: 407-823-1500
Box Office Hours: Tuesday through Friday: noon to 5 p.m. and 2 hours before performances
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Contact: Heather Gibson, Theatre UCF; heather.gibson@ucf.edu; 407-823-1732
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