It is the only professional theatre in the region to hold a LORT-B contract with the Actors' Equity Association.
The campus serves as the anchor cultural institution for the Indian River County arts district.
The venue hosts 'Live in the Loop' outdoor concerts on weekend evenings on an outdoor stage.
The theatre complex was originally established in 1973 as a community-focused performing arts center.
It maintains a dedicated conservatory for dance and theatre education for youth and adults.
The facility is situated within a public park, sharing grounds with the Vero Beach Museum of Art.
Riverside Theatre, Inc. is a professional LORT (League of Resident Theatres) member facility located in Vero Beach, Florida. The campus features two main stages: the Waxlax Theatre and the Stark Stage. It produces a mix of Broadway-style musicals, plays, comedy shows, and children's theatrical programming. The venue is integrated into the 39-acre Riverside Park along the Indian River Lagoon. It operates as a nonprofit cultural institution with year-round educational programming and performance seasons. The site includes specialized spaces for dance, music, and theater training.
The scenic garden pathways of Riverside Park just outside the main lobby entrance.
Check the outdoor stage schedule for free evening live music performances on Fridays and Saturdays.
Review the current season schedule online to select between the intimate Waxlax Theatre or the larger Stark Stage.
Arrive early to walk through the adjacent Riverside Park gardens before your performance.
Do not assume the outdoor 'Live in the Loop' events are ticketed; they are typically free and open to the public.
Mainstage professional productions generally follow a seasonal schedule from fall through spring; outdoor events occur year-round.
Business casual dress is standard for evening performances; formal attire is optional.
