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Gulf Coast News’ Backstage Pass to “The Nerd”

Charly Shultz | Gulf Coast News Fort Myers

Published October 23, 2026

‘The Nerd’ opens Friday night at Players Circle Theater in Fort Myers

FORT MYERS, Fla. — The Players Circle Theater in Fort Myers is opening a new show tonight called “The Nerd,” which follows an awkward architect with an unexpected visitor.

Director Robert Cacioppo and Ted Wioncek III, who plays the title role of “The Nerd,” joined Gulf Coast New at 9 to share what audiences can expect from the show.

To buy tickets and learn more about “The Nerd” or Players Circle Theater, click here.

Players Circle Theater is located at 13211 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers. For more information, call 239-800-3292.

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