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The cult classic “Ride the Cyclone” makes its Southwest Florida premiere, opening on Feb. 23 at The Laboratory Theater of Florida. “Ride the Cyclone” book, lyrics, and music are written by Jacob Richmond and Brooke Maxwell.

The lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. They awake in a surreal, carnival limbo in which they compete to win a prize like no other: the chance to return to life. The modern cult classic and viral hit “Ride the Cyclone” will have you asking the big questions while having amusement park fun.

Producing Artistic Director Annette Trossbach said, “This show is an explosion of talent on our stage. It’s eccentric and zany with layers that peel back to reveal the deeper purpose and joy of life. The music and choreo are outstanding. One by one, the students perform to show why they should be the one to be brought back to life. The songwriting is dynamic and eclectic, with everything from European post-war cabaret to autotune rap to cheer, and why this musical is so popular today.”

Directed by Trossbach, “Ride the Cyclone” features Jania Boucher (Ocean O’Connell Rosenberg), Nick Beyor (Noel Gruber), Gabrielle Lansden (Jane Doe), Jane Seth (Mischa Bachinski), Jonattan Declet (Ricky Potts), Brittany Ringsdore (Constance Blackwood), and Trace Meier (voice of Karnak). Music direction by Earl Sparrow and choreography by Erica Fiore. Kaci Davis is stage manager and assistant director. Set design by Jonathan Johnson and Gabrielle Lansden.

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'Ride the Cyclone' opens Feb. 23 at The Laboratory Theater of Florida. PROVIDED

Performance dates:

Feb. 23, 24, 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 25 at 2 p.m.

March 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23 at 7:30 p.m.

March 3, 10, 17 at 2 p.m.

Special Events:

Feb. 21, 22 at 7:30 p.m. Half-price previews

Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Teens get a free ticket to the performance (reservations required)

March 21 at 7:30 p.m. Sensory-friendly performance

This show is rated PG-13.

“Ride the Cyclone” is generously sponsored by Ella Nayor and Jeffrey Cull, and The Lee County Convention and Visitor Bureau.

The Laboratory Theater of Florida is at 1634 Woodford Ave. in Fort Myers. For more information, visit laboratorytheaterflorida.com or call 239-218-0481.