If you love real country music, then here’s a treat. "Always...Patsy Cline" is coming to Fort Myers, FL and you will want to make time in your schedule to catch this musical. Come celebrate the life of Patsy Cline at this moving true story of a country star legend.
While in the Southwest Florida area, be sure to schedule some of the best attractions on the Gulf Coast into your travel itinerary. Here is all that you need to know about this show and how to savor all the things you can do in Fort Myers.
SHOW DETAILS
Performances of "Always...Patsy Cline" will be running at the ArtStage Studio Theater starting September 24 and continuing through November 10. This production stars Bethany Gwen Perkins as Patsy Cline and Becky Barta as Louise Seger. Audience members will be treated to the story of Patsy's rise to fame from her time in Texas honky-tonks all the way up to her sold-out performances at the Grand Ole Opry. Included in the show are renditions of Patsy's most famous songs, including “Crazy,” “Walkin’ After Midnight,” and “I Fall to Pieces." Tickets start as low as $10 for students and are on sale now.
WHERE TO STAY
Fort Myers, FL has a variety of great hotels for people coming to the area for this much-anticipated production. The Hyatt Place Fort Myers is a popular hotel located in the city's popular River District. The spacious guest rooms, 24/7 dining, and outdoor pool make it an easy place to relax in between excursions. The Hotel Indigo Ft Myers is also located in the River District, putting it close to many entertainment and dining options. The hotel has plenty of local flavor, with a distinctive mural made by a local artist and many local musicians coming by to play for guests.
WHAT ELSE TO DO
A night out at the production of "Always...Patsy Cline" can be perfectly complemented with a myriad of area activities. History buffs will appreciate a trip to the Edison & Ford Winter Estates. This stunning piece of history allows visitors to explore the life and times of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford at their former winter homes. Dating back to the early 1900s, the grounds include the estate homes, expertly crafted botanical gardens, a museum, and more. The Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve is the perfect place to get in touch with nature and explore some of the native wildlife in this area. With over 3,500 acres of wetland and a meandering boardwalk trail, visitors can expect to see animals such as turtles, otters, or even alligators while exploring this vast ecosystem.
WHERE TO EAT
Start your day off right with a home-cooked breakfast at Farmers Market Restaurant. As the longest-running dining establishment in Lee County, this local favorite serves up heaping helpings of southern goodness using recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. While it may not look like much from the outside, the Cape Cod Fish Company has earned a reputation for delivering the most delicious seafood offerings in Fort Myers. Enjoy specialties such as fried whole belly clams, lobster rolls, fried shrimp, and authentic clam chowder. For some of the region's best Cuban food, head on over the bridge to Cape Coral for a stop at Azucar Restaurant and Bakery. Here you can nosh on Cuban sandwiches, croquettes, empanadas, and guava pastries all washed down with a cup of Cuban espresso.
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