323 Plays and Musicals. Tens of Thousands of Lives Touched. 45 Years of Community, Creativity, and Connection.


This will be the Legacy of Carrollwood Players Theatre in 2026.



In 2026, Carrollwood Players Theatre proudly celebrates 45 years of great community theatre for all.



Since 1981, we’ve brought stories to life with comedies that made us laugh, dramas that made us think, and musicals that lifted our spirits. For nearly half a century, our stage has been a place where neighbors become collaborators, volunteers become artists, and audiences become part of something bigger than themselves.


Community Theatre Matters.


It creates affordable access to the arts.

It gives performers of all ages a place to grow and belong.

It strengthens empathy, creativity, and connection in our community.


And it reminds us—especially in uncertain times—that live, shared experiences still have the power to bring people together.


With your support, we’re setting the stage for the next 45 years of unforgettable storytelling, education, and community-building right here in Tampa Bay.


🎭 Make a Special Year-End Gift by December 31 and Get a Secret List or a Special Shirt


To honor our 45th anniversary, we invite you to make a meaningful year-end contribution of $45 or $145.


🎟️ Give $45 — Get The List!


Donate $45 or more, and you’ll receive a personal email on New Year’s Day with insider details about the shows selected for our historic 2026–2027 season. Be among the very first to know what’s coming next!


👕 Give $145 — Get The Shirt!


Donate $145 or more, and you’ll receive:


  • The exclusive insider list of our upcoming season and
  • Our limited-edition 45th Anniversary T-shirt, celebrating every single show Carrollwood Players has presented since 1981.


This premium, heavyweight, 100% cotton unisex shirt is designed for comfort and durability, with double-needle stitching, over a dozen colors to choose from, and sizes from Small to 3XL.


The front features our special 45th anniversary logo. The back proudly lists all 323 productions—a true piece of CWP history.


💙 Double your $145 gift, and we’ll send you two shirts!


Whether you’ve been on our stage, behind the scenes, or in the audience, this shirt is a celebration of your story with CWP.


Know someone who would love it? Make your year-end gift in their honor, and we’ll ship the shirt directly to them—it’s a perfect gift for the CWP fan in your life.


Once your donation is complete, we’ll send you a simple order form to select your shirt size, color, and shipping details.


Show your CWP pride. Support local arts. Strengthen our community.


Help us carry the magic of live theatre into the next 45 years.