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SHEN YUN

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

Every year, Shen Yun unveils an entirely new lineup of dances, musical scores, and songs. At the core of Shen Yun’s performances is a series of short dance numbers, each about five-minutes long. These range in style from classical Chinese dance and story-based dance to China’s diverse ethnic and folk dance forms. In a collection

SHEN YUN

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

Every year, Shen Yun unveils an entirely new lineup of dances, musical scores, and songs. At the core of Shen Yun’s performances is a series of short dance numbers, each about five-minutes long. These range in style from classical Chinese dance and story-based dance to China’s diverse ethnic and folk dance forms. In a collection

WALTZ INTO SPRING

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

Featuring Strauss’ Blue Danube, Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty and more. Chelsea Gallo, conductor PRE-CONCERT CONVERSATIONS: Get the real story behind the composers and their music, straight from the conductor and guest soloists. Starts one hour before each Morning Matinee concert in the theater. Included free with each concert ticket.

JACK HARTMANN AND THE HOP 2 IT BAND

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

Get ready for an unforgettable educational experience as Jack Hartmann and the Hop 2 It Band take the stage for a live concert! Jack Hartmann is a renowned children’s musician and educator, known for his captivating and educational songs that make learning a blast. With a repertoire that covers topics like counting, phonics, math, and

SAINT-SAENS’ ORGAN SYMPHONY Featuring Faure’s Requiem

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

“I gave everything to it I was able to give,” Saint-Saëns said of his Third Symphony. TFO Resident Conductor Chelsea Gallo takes us to France for a program featuring Saint-Saëns’ lush masterpiece, which builds until the splendor of the organ is let loose in the breathtaking conclusion. A tribute to Fauré’s father, his Requiem creates

SAINT-SAENS’ ORGAN SYMPHONY Featuring Faure’s Requiem

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

“I gave everything to it I was able to give,” Saint-Saëns said of his Third Symphony. TFO Resident Conductor Chelsea Gallo takes us to France for a program featuring Saint-Saëns’ lush masterpiece, which builds until the splendor of the organ is let loose in the breathtaking conclusion. A tribute to Fauré’s father, his Requiem creates

THE THORN

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

The Thorn tells the epic story of God’s love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity. Often described as cirque meets the passion of Jesus, The Thorn combines dance, martial arts, aerial acrobatics, and emotionally powerful performances, witnessed live by 1M+ people for over 25 years. The Thorn will engage audiences in

THE THORN

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

The Thorn tells the epic story of God’s love for the world and the spiritual battle for all humanity. Often described as cirque meets the passion of Jesus, The Thorn combines dance, martial arts, aerial acrobatics, and emotionally powerful performances, witnessed live by 1M+ people for over 25 years. The Thorn will engage audiences in

BAM: STEAM FEST!

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

The BAM: STEAM Festival is a partnership between the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and Great Explorations celebrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). This dynamic event features interactive exhibits, workshops, and presentations that highlight cutting-edge advancements in various fields while emphasizing marine science and conservation. It’s a unique blend of imagination, education, and environmental awareness.

ADA TWIST SCIENTIST AND FRIENDS

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

Ms. Greer’s classroom includes three inquisitive out-of-the-box thinkers. Rosie Revere has big dreams. Iggy Peck has a relentless passion for architecture. And Ada Twist’s curiosity can lead her to solve any problem. A fun musical based on the books Rosie Revere, Engineer; Iggy Peck, Architect; and Ada Twist Scientist by Andrea Beaty, which spotlights the

DVORAK’S NEW WORLD SYMPHONY

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

Brilliant violinist Julian Rachlin is both conductor and performer. He is joined by partner Sarah McElravy for Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante, a poetic conversation between violin and viola. Rachlin conducts one of the most popular symphonies of all time, Dvorak’s great Symphony No. 9. Written and premiered in the “New World,” the work was influenced by

DVORAK’S NEW WORLD SYMPHONY

Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater 400 First Street South, St. Petersburg

Brilliant violinist Julian Rachlin is both conductor and performer. He is joined by partner Sarah McElravy for Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante, a poetic conversation between violin and viola. Rachlin conducts one of the most popular symphonies of all time, Dvorak’s great Symphony No. 9. Written and premiered in the “New World,” the work was influenced by