Gulf Coast News’ Backstage Pass to 4,000 Miles
Martin Dreyfuss | Gulf Coast News Fort Myers
Published March 23, 2026
“4,000 Miles” explores family ties at Players Circle Theater in Fort Myers
The Pulitzer Prize-nominated drama “4,000 Miles” by Amy Herzog is captivating audiences at Players Circle Theater in Fort Myers, showcasing the poignant relationship between a grandmother and her grandson.
FORT MYERS, Fla. — “4,000 Miles,” a Pulitzer Prize-nominated drama by Amy Herzog, is currently playing at Players Circle Theater in Fort Myers, exploring themes of distance, memory, and the ties that hold families together.
This hyper-realistic drama follows a grandmother and her grandson as they navigate grief, love, and the challenges of connecting across generations.
The play is described as being about truth, with every glance, conversation, and pause feeling like real life.
It is directed by Frank Blocker and sponsored by Bruce and Janet Bunch. The production runs from March 17 to April 5, 2026.
For more information and tickets, click here.
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Players Circle Theater is located at 13211 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers. For more information, call 239-800-3292.
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