GOB funds will help in the transformation of this local icon, built in 1926, into a 21st century theatrical venue. The plan to return great regional theater to Coconut Grove must address the structural deterioration of the building, and provide a venue capable of serving as the home for GableStage, the planned successor theater company for the Playhouse.
Project Update June 23, 2026)
Coconut Grove Playhouse Community Meeting - June 22, 2026
The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs participated in a community meeting regarding the Coconut Grove Playhouse project. This public meeting was hosted by City of Miami Commissioner Pardo, District 2, and attended by Miami-Dade County Commissioner Regalado, District 7, on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was held at Miami City Hall, located at 3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL 33133.
Cultural Affairs provided a presentation that shared the architectural approach to the project and outlined the next steps needed to begin Phase 2, which includes the completion of the Historic Gateway Building, construction of a state-of-the-art theater and public parking garage.
A 90 minute Q&A followed the presentation.
For a copy of the presentation please click here.
To view the top 10 most frequently asked questions (FAQ) on the Coconut Grove Playhouse project, please click here.
View a comprehensive list of all the previous project updates at https://miamidadearts.org/coconut-grove-playhouse-updates.