The FAU Department of Theatre & Dance is proud to present “Baker Street Beginnings” on September 5–20, 2026!

Journey into the bustling streets of 1870s London to uncover the story behind one of the world’s greatest fictional detectives. Young Arthur Conan Doyle, an aspiring doctor with a curious mind, is taken under the wing of the brilliant Dr. Joseph Bell, a man with sharp observations and keen intellect. When a thrilling new mystery emerges, Arthur and his lively circle of friends must unravel a web of intrigue, danger, and deception. An exciting adventure that blends suspense, history, and heart, imagining how the seeds of a legend could have been planted in the mind of a young storyteller.

On the heels of last season’s hit, Heebie Jeebies: Tales from the Midnight Campfire, local playwright & educator, Gina Montét, returns to The Lab with another play commissioned specifically for our annual Heckscher Theatre for Families Production. With characters inspired by historical figures, this action-packed detective story is an entertaining and educational thrill-ride for audiences of all ages!

Schedule of performances:
Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 3 PM and 7 PM
Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 3 PM

Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 7 PM
Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 3 PM

Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 7 PM
Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 3 PM

Learn more and reserve your tickets here!