Symphony, Concerts, and Opera in Southwest Florida

 

Jazz Concert – The Jazzmasters perform at The Norris Center from 1-3 p.m. every Saturday. Free admission, but donations are appreciated. 755 8th Ave S., Naples. 239-213-3058 or www.naplesgov.com/parksrec/ page/norris-community-center.

 

Coming Soon:

 

Country Concert – Martin, a recording artist out of Nashville, will be performing a blend of popular country songs and originals 7:30 p.m. Oct. 3. Tickets start at $38. 10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.

 

Carmen Lynch – Arts Bonita hosts comedian Carmen Lynch 7:30 p.m. Oct. 4. Tickets start at $25.10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.

 

Bicycle Tour – Join Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary for a BYO Bicycle Backcountry Bike Tour 8:30-11:30 a.m. Oct. 5. An off-roading adventure with an eco-friendly twist. Admission is $55 for non-member and $45 for members. Registration is highly recommended. 375 Sanctuary Road West, Naples. 239-348-9151 or corkscrew.audubon.org/.

 

Jesse Dayton – Join Arts Bonita for an evening of blues with Jess Dayton 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5. Enjoy a blend of blues, rock, and country. Tickets are $38. 10150 Bonita Beach Rd., Bonita Springs. 239-495-8989 or www.artsbonita.org.

 

Dead Man’s Cell Phone – The Studio Players present Dead Man’s Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl Oct. 4-13. An imaginative comedy of how modern technology has changed how we remember the dead. Tickets are $35. 4701 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples. 239-398-9192 or www.thestudioplayers.org.

 

Wine and Wonder – The Wonder Gardens presents a tasting in the gardens, Wine and Wonder, 6-8 p.m. Oct. 5. An evening for wine drinkers and exploring the Wonder Gardens while enjoying live music from DiscoMania. 27180 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs. 239-992-2591 or wondergardens.org.

 

National Ballet of Ukraine at Barbara B Mann on Oct 28, 2024 at 7:30PM. Experience the magic of the National Ballet of Ukraine, one of the world’s top ballet companies and the country’s official ballet company, on their premiere tour of the United States, first time in over 30 years since the dissolution of the USSR. Straight from the historic Kyiv National Opera House, these world-class dancers will captivate you with a stunning program featuring timeless classics, including “The Dying Swan,” “Don Quixote,” and “Giselle.”

 

Haunted Halloween: Heroes & Villains – Presented by Gulf Coast Symphony at Barbara B Mann on Oct 27, 2024 at 2:00PM. Join us for a “not-so-spooky” Halloween concert that’s sure to be fun for the whole family! At 1:00 pm, come dressed as your favorite superhero or villain for a costume contest and try out the instruments of the orchestra in our Musical Discovery Zone. Then at 2:00 pm, we move into the theater for a concert featuring some of the most memorable superhero music!

 

Nikki Glaser – Alive and Unwell Tour at Barbara B Mann on Oct 26, 2024. For nearly two decades at clubs across the country, and as the host of three hit podcasts, Nikki Glaser has honed her shockingly honest, no-holds barred style of comedy, solidifying herself as one of the funniest voices in comedy today.

 

An incredible five act 60s ROCK ‘N ROLL REVIVAL comes to the Barbara B Mann PAH on Friday, October 25, 2024 at 7:00 pm.

 

Rock Star Séance with special guest Andrew Lipke presented by SWFL Symphony at Barbara B Mann on Oct 24, 2024 at 7:30PM. Halloween is the perfect time of year to conjure the spirits of lauded rock stars who sparkled, then faded into the afterlife. Join us for this special concert event with locally beloved living rock star in his own right, Andrew Lipke, as he leads the audience through a musical séance. In addition to featuring a multimedia experience, Maestro Lipke will channel the spirits of Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Kurt Cobain, Amy Winehouse, Bob Marley, and more through “spirit host” vocalists/guitarists who will embody the musicians and the music they performed that changed the world.

 

Barenaked Ladies: In Flight Tour with special guest Toad The Wet Sprocket at Barbara B Mann on Oct 22, 2024 at 7:30PM. After more than three decades as the lead singer and guitarist for Barenaked Ladies, Ed Robertson has a routine when it comes time to start writing songs for a new album.

 

Broadway’s Rock of Ages Band at Barbara B Mann on Oct 12, 2024 at 8:00PM. The driving, music force that rocked Broadway and millions of fans in the ground-breaking musical ROCK OF AGES…This band of Rock Star musicians and Lead singers from the original cast, electrified performances of the 5-time Tony Award nominated show for over seven years!

 

The Prince Experience Starring Gabriel Sanchez at Barbara B Mann on Oct 5, 2024 at 8:00PM. The look, sound and essence of the Purple One explodes on stage when The Prince Experience delivers hits such as “Lets Go Crazy,” “Purple Rain,” “Kiss,” as well as all the timeless classics.

 

Mercato Nights Music Series ft. Thunder Beach – Join us on the lawn for this month’s Mercato Nights Music Series concert ft. Thunder Beach! 

Oct 3 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Event Lawn

 

Kids Day! A Time of Imagination and Fun! Come join us for face painting, crafts, pizza and ice cream at the WINK Playland! Toddlers to 12-year-olds can participate in fun activities and other goodies. While supplies last. Time: (Saturday, September 28) 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Location: WINK Playland.