THE LAST STOP BEFORE THE SEA

Presented by Boom! Ensemble. For decades, they've celebrated birthdays, survived heartbreak, raised children, and shown up for one another without question. Now, on an ordinary evening in a Miami backyard, four lifelong friends gather once again—sharing food, drinks, laughter, and the easy familiarity that only years of friendship can create. But beneath the humor lies a quieter truth: each of them is standing at a crossroads they never expected to reach.

As the night unfolds, conversations turn from playful to profound. Children are leaving home, aging parents require more care, marriages are evolving, and the identities they've built through family, careers, and responsibility begin to feel increasingly uncertain. Together, they confront the distance between the lives they imagined and the lives they've created.

Set against the rich backdrop of Miami, The Last Stop Before the Sea captures a side of the city rarely seen onstage—one defined by backyard gatherings, bilingual conversations, shared meals, and lifelong community. With warmth, wit, and emotional honesty, the play explores the invisible weight of caregiving, the complexities of long-term relationships, and the enduring bonds of chosen family.

Balancing sharp humor with quiet heartbreak, The Last Stop Before the Sea finds extraordinary meaning in ordinary moments. It is an intimate ensemble drama about friendship, responsibility, and the courage to rediscover ourselves after years of putting everyone else first.

TICKET PRICING - BUY EARLY!

Tickets prices will increase! Pay Attention to the schedule!

Early Bird thru March 29th: $30

March 29th- April 11th: $35

April 12th-April 15th: $40

At the Door and Online / April 16th - 25th: $45

This project is presented in partnership with Fantasy Theatre Factory at the Sandrell Rivers Theater and it is made possible with support from The Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation at The Miami Foundation and the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor, and Board of County Commissioners.

GOLDEN TICKETS are available by calling (305) 284-8872.

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For more information contact the Box Office at 305-284-8872 or [email protected].

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