CONCERTS & THEATER UPCOMING EVENTS
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The Orlando Shakes Presents Opening Night celebrations for A Christmas Carol!
Pay what you will for tickets for the preview show on Nov. 27th, a pre-show party for opening night, and more!
Opening Night Party: Friday, November 29th at 6pm: Enjoy live music from The Vocalitas while savoring delicious bites from Big Boards Charcuterie and Catering! (Note: A Christmas Carol tickets, food and beverages are sold separately.)
Free admission to Pre-Show Party for A Christmas Carol ticket holders | $10 entry fee for non-ticket holders / pre-show party only
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR OPENING NIGHT & OPENING WEEKEND PERFORMANCES!
"PAY WHAT YOU WILL" PREVIEW PERFORMANCE ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH!
OPENING NIGHT PARTY & PERFORMANCE ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH BEGINNING @ 6 P.M.
Special Ticket pricing with coupon code in image for all other performances!
Pay what you will for tickets for the preview show on Nov. 27th, a pre-show party for opening night, and more!
Opening Night Party: Friday, November 29th at 6pm: Enjoy live music from The Vocalitas while savoring delicious bites from Big Boards Charcuterie and Catering! (Note: A Christmas Carol tickets, food and beverages are sold separately.)
Free admission to Pre-Show Party for A Christmas Carol ticket holders | $10 entry fee for non-ticket holders / pre-show party only
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR OPENING NIGHT & OPENING WEEKEND PERFORMANCES!
"PAY WHAT YOU WILL" PREVIEW PERFORMANCE ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH!
OPENING NIGHT PARTY & PERFORMANCE ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH BEGINNING @ 6 P.M.
Special Ticket pricing with coupon code in image for all other performances!
The Ritz Theater
at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center
Sanford's Historic Community Theater located at 201 S. Magnolia, Sanford, FL 32771
https://ritztheatersanford.com/
Calendar includes theater, concerts, special performances, and more!
The Ritz Theater at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center has recently experienced a surge in "ticket resale sites" falsely offering tickets to their performances. Patrons have reported not receiving their ticket notifications and later discovered they were scammed by websites such as StubHub.com, SeatGeek.com, EventTicketCenter.com, and TicketSales.com. Please be aware that it is extremely rare for external sites to be authorized to sell tickets to Ritz events, with the exception being www.loveyourshorts.com. Any legitimate exceptions will always be listed on their official websites where we will provide a direct link to those sites.
at Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center
Sanford's Historic Community Theater located at 201 S. Magnolia, Sanford, FL 32771
https://ritztheatersanford.com/
Calendar includes theater, concerts, special performances, and more!
The Ritz Theater at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center has recently experienced a surge in "ticket resale sites" falsely offering tickets to their performances. Patrons have reported not receiving their ticket notifications and later discovered they were scammed by websites such as StubHub.com, SeatGeek.com, EventTicketCenter.com, and TicketSales.com. Please be aware that it is extremely rare for external sites to be authorized to sell tickets to Ritz events, with the exception being www.loveyourshorts.com. Any legitimate exceptions will always be listed on their official websites where we will provide a direct link to those sites.
Joy, Jazz, and Jingle Bells: December Delights at the Ritz - December Schedule Highlights
Sanford Jazz Ensemble Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 1 at 3PM
Celebrate the holiday spirit with us at the Ritz Theater, where the Sanford Jazz Ensemble will delight you with their rendition of your favorite holiday hits. Enjoy the Christmas classics in a variety of styles, from funky to waltz, or swing to Latin. Our talented local musicians and vocalists will fill your heart with Christmas cheer. $25
Ritz Flix: Elf Movie & Toy Drive
Friday, December 6 at 8PM
Join us at 8PM after the City of Sanford Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony for this hilarious Christmas film that tells the tale of a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts on Christmas Eve and is transported back to the North Pole and raised as an elf. Sing along with Buddy and his friends and learn fun, new facts about the North Pole, Elf Culture, and every Buddy-else. In partnership with the City of Sanford. Sponsored by Helpful Hands, Inc. Free admission. RSVP online to hold your seats and bring a new, unwrapped toy as a donation for Toys for Tots.
Kisi Ko Batana Mat' By Bassi
Saturday, December 7 at 7:30PM
Anubhav Singh Bassi is an Indian comedian and actor who specializes in anecdotal comedy. His career as a standup comic started after an open mic in 2017. Bassi's YouTube videos have got 200 million plus views and he has over 5 million subscribers along with 3 million plus followers on Instagram. $40-$85
Flamenco del Sol: The Nutcracker
Sunday, December 8 at 3PM
Join Clarita on an enchanted expedition through sunny Spain in this unique cultural telling of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic “The Nutcracker.” Witness an explosion of color and sound, featuring lush traditional costuming, dueling rats and soldiers, snapping fans, clicking castanets, and thundering footwork with visits to some of Spain’s most iconic places. Flamenco del Sol Dance Company offers a fresh and vibrant spin on this classic. Sponsored by Orlando Flamenco $28-$35
Stone Dance Academy: The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 14 at 1PM and 6PM, Sunday, December 15 at 3PM
On a snowy Christmas Eve, a young girl named Clara is gifted a Nutcracker doll by her mysterious Uncle Drosselmeyer. Follow her magical journey through the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets where the lines of reality and dreams blur together. Performed by the Stone Dance Academy. Stone Dance Academy is a local studio committed to nurturing performers and students of all levels by fostering a lifelong appreciation of dance and the performing arts while building self-confidence, integrity, and discipline in a safe, immersive environment. $25-$32
Orlando Gay Chorus: Merry Everything
Monday, December 16 at 7:30PM
The Orlando Gay Chorus presents Merry Everything: The Gayest Time of Year: the holidays. This time of year is about peace and love, friends, and family - whether traditional, extended, or found. They’re about faith and hope, inclusivity and understanding, and the Orlando Chorus wraps them up for you in merriment, mirth, and song. $28-$35
Ritz Flix: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Wednesday, December 18 at 7:30PM
Follow the Griswold family as they tackle Christmas with hilarious misadventures, from chaotic tree-cutting to surprise visits by quirky relatives. With memorable characters and laugh-out-loud moments, this film captures the holiday spirit, family bonds, and endless charm, making it a timeless treat for all seasons. In partnership with the City of Sanford. $5 cash/credit at the door. Theater members receive free Ritz Flix admission.
Phantasmagoria’s An Even More Haunted Victorian Christmas
Thursday, December 19 at 7:30PM
Prepare for an evening filled with holiday haunts, Christmas Eve terrors, whimsical spirits, and much more, as we keep the age-old tradition of telling ghost stories during the holidays alive. From classic Victorian tales to original holiday hauntings, you’ll be transported into a world of eerie enchantment... and yes, the Canterville Ghost is back. $28-$35
Great American Big Band Holiday Concert
Friday, December 20 at 7:30PM
The Big Band Era is back, brought to life by Bennett Harmon and The Great American Big Band. With our vintage 40’s orchestra, we will transport you to an era when America was producing some of the greatest music of all time. Hear the music of the greatest Big Band names of all time, all together on one stage for this Christmas performance. $28-$35
A Christmas with Soul
Monday, December 23 at 7:30PM
"A Christmas with Soul" promises to be an unforgettable holiday experience that will get you right in the spirit, showcasing a blend of soulful renditions of Motown-inspired Christmas classics. Curated by Former Miss Florida and Miss America, Ericka Dunlap, the show features stunning costumes, impressive choreography, and performances by talented local entertainers accompanied by a live band. It's an ideal production for families, friends, and colleagues to enjoy a night filled with Motown merriment and R&B power vocals. $28-$35
Tickets and more program details are available on the Theater’s website at www.ritztheatersanford.com/calander or by calling the box office at 407-321-8111. The Theater, a 100-year-old restored performing arts center, is located at 201 S. Magnolia Avenue in historic downtown Sanford, FL. The box office ticket window is open weekday from 9:30 to 5:30 and 2 hours before each performance.
Sanford Jazz Ensemble Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 1 at 3PM
Celebrate the holiday spirit with us at the Ritz Theater, where the Sanford Jazz Ensemble will delight you with their rendition of your favorite holiday hits. Enjoy the Christmas classics in a variety of styles, from funky to waltz, or swing to Latin. Our talented local musicians and vocalists will fill your heart with Christmas cheer. $25
Ritz Flix: Elf Movie & Toy Drive
Friday, December 6 at 8PM
Join us at 8PM after the City of Sanford Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony for this hilarious Christmas film that tells the tale of a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts on Christmas Eve and is transported back to the North Pole and raised as an elf. Sing along with Buddy and his friends and learn fun, new facts about the North Pole, Elf Culture, and every Buddy-else. In partnership with the City of Sanford. Sponsored by Helpful Hands, Inc. Free admission. RSVP online to hold your seats and bring a new, unwrapped toy as a donation for Toys for Tots.
Kisi Ko Batana Mat' By Bassi
Saturday, December 7 at 7:30PM
Anubhav Singh Bassi is an Indian comedian and actor who specializes in anecdotal comedy. His career as a standup comic started after an open mic in 2017. Bassi's YouTube videos have got 200 million plus views and he has over 5 million subscribers along with 3 million plus followers on Instagram. $40-$85
Flamenco del Sol: The Nutcracker
Sunday, December 8 at 3PM
Join Clarita on an enchanted expedition through sunny Spain in this unique cultural telling of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic “The Nutcracker.” Witness an explosion of color and sound, featuring lush traditional costuming, dueling rats and soldiers, snapping fans, clicking castanets, and thundering footwork with visits to some of Spain’s most iconic places. Flamenco del Sol Dance Company offers a fresh and vibrant spin on this classic. Sponsored by Orlando Flamenco $28-$35
Stone Dance Academy: The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 14 at 1PM and 6PM, Sunday, December 15 at 3PM
On a snowy Christmas Eve, a young girl named Clara is gifted a Nutcracker doll by her mysterious Uncle Drosselmeyer. Follow her magical journey through the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets where the lines of reality and dreams blur together. Performed by the Stone Dance Academy. Stone Dance Academy is a local studio committed to nurturing performers and students of all levels by fostering a lifelong appreciation of dance and the performing arts while building self-confidence, integrity, and discipline in a safe, immersive environment. $25-$32
Orlando Gay Chorus: Merry Everything
Monday, December 16 at 7:30PM
The Orlando Gay Chorus presents Merry Everything: The Gayest Time of Year: the holidays. This time of year is about peace and love, friends, and family - whether traditional, extended, or found. They’re about faith and hope, inclusivity and understanding, and the Orlando Chorus wraps them up for you in merriment, mirth, and song. $28-$35
Ritz Flix: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Wednesday, December 18 at 7:30PM
Follow the Griswold family as they tackle Christmas with hilarious misadventures, from chaotic tree-cutting to surprise visits by quirky relatives. With memorable characters and laugh-out-loud moments, this film captures the holiday spirit, family bonds, and endless charm, making it a timeless treat for all seasons. In partnership with the City of Sanford. $5 cash/credit at the door. Theater members receive free Ritz Flix admission.
Phantasmagoria’s An Even More Haunted Victorian Christmas
Thursday, December 19 at 7:30PM
Prepare for an evening filled with holiday haunts, Christmas Eve terrors, whimsical spirits, and much more, as we keep the age-old tradition of telling ghost stories during the holidays alive. From classic Victorian tales to original holiday hauntings, you’ll be transported into a world of eerie enchantment... and yes, the Canterville Ghost is back. $28-$35
Great American Big Band Holiday Concert
Friday, December 20 at 7:30PM
The Big Band Era is back, brought to life by Bennett Harmon and The Great American Big Band. With our vintage 40’s orchestra, we will transport you to an era when America was producing some of the greatest music of all time. Hear the music of the greatest Big Band names of all time, all together on one stage for this Christmas performance. $28-$35
A Christmas with Soul
Monday, December 23 at 7:30PM
"A Christmas with Soul" promises to be an unforgettable holiday experience that will get you right in the spirit, showcasing a blend of soulful renditions of Motown-inspired Christmas classics. Curated by Former Miss Florida and Miss America, Ericka Dunlap, the show features stunning costumes, impressive choreography, and performances by talented local entertainers accompanied by a live band. It's an ideal production for families, friends, and colleagues to enjoy a night filled with Motown merriment and R&B power vocals. $28-$35
Tickets and more program details are available on the Theater’s website at www.ritztheatersanford.com/calander or by calling the box office at 407-321-8111. The Theater, a 100-year-old restored performing arts center, is located at 201 S. Magnolia Avenue in historic downtown Sanford, FL. The box office ticket window is open weekday from 9:30 to 5:30 and 2 hours before each performance.
The St. Luke's Concert Series
is continuing to offer FREE performances throughout the year!
Shows are planned to be available online and in-person.
To view ONLINE concerts, visit their website for links.
You can also see the calendar of upcoming performances!
Visit their Webpage for Updates!
is continuing to offer FREE performances throughout the year!
Shows are planned to be available online and in-person.
To view ONLINE concerts, visit their website for links.
You can also see the calendar of upcoming performances!
Visit their Webpage for Updates!
Schedules:
View their online calendar for theater performances, lectures, and the Hand Art Center.
234 E. Michigan Ave., DeLand, Florida 32723 Days and hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Phone: 386-822-7330 Website: https://www.stetson.edu/other/gillespie-museum/
All events at the Gillespie Museum are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
View their online calendar for theater performances, lectures, and the Hand Art Center.
234 E. Michigan Ave., DeLand, Florida 32723 Days and hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Phone: 386-822-7330 Website: https://www.stetson.edu/other/gillespie-museum/
All events at the Gillespie Museum are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
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Additional Venues
Please see each additional site for other performances and event schedules.
Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts
445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801 www.drphillipscenter.org Box Office: 844-513-2014 View 2019 Broadway Series
Stetson University
School of Music Deland, FL Locations vary by performance. Concert Calendar All concerts are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. |
UCF Concerts & Performances
Multiple locations. Includes theater, concerts, and more! Click here to view the calendar.
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