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2024-25 Season






              A Month of Inspiration with Artis —Naples



               s spring begins to take hold in Southwest Florida, March invites us
               to explore the vibrancy of cultural offerings while celebrating the
       A renewal of the season. For Artis—Naples, this transformative time
       brings opportunities to engage with remarkable exhibitions, unforgettable
       music and dynamic programming that enrich and inspire the community.
          The Baker Museum continues to captivate visitors with an array of
       exhibitions, each offering unique perspectives and artistic innovation. On
       March 8, the museum unveils Entangled in the Mangroves, an exploration
       of ecological connections through striking contemporary art. Showcasing
       works by 10 talented artists, the exhibition highlights the beauty, diversity and
       fragility of the Everglades ecosystem while fostering connections between
       activists, Indigenous communities, scholars and scientists. This new exhibition
       joins a robust lineup of ongoing offerings, including Rafael Lozano-Hemmer:
                                                                             Alexander Shelley conducts the Naples Philharmonic.
       Obra Sonora, a multisensory experience blending sound and visual art;
       In the Making: Sketches, Studies and Maquettes from the Permanent Collection,
       which highlights the creative process through diverse mediums; and
       Florida Contemporary 2024-25, a celebration of the Sunshine State’s vibrant
       artistic landscape.
          The Naples Philharmonic takes center stage in a variety of settings with
       a compelling lineup of performances this month. March begins in Daniels
       Pavilion with a Wang Chamber Music performance featuring Mozart’s
       Dissonance Quartet on March 2. The Naples Philharmonic brings orchestral
       music into the community with an Around Town performance in Bonita
       Springs on March 6 and Marco Island on March 7 under the baton of
       Associate Conductor Manuel López-Gómez. Artistic and Music Director   Stuart Chafetz conducts   Manuel López-Gómez
       Alexander Shelley returns on March 13-15 to conduct one of the season’s most   the Naples Philharmonic Pops   photo by Alexander Ivanov.
                                                                             Hollywood Rocks.
       highly anticipated moments: three unforgettable Masterworks performances
       featuring Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No. 9. Widely regarded as one of the
       greatest works in classical music, the Ninth Symphony’s powerful choral
       finale—featuring the Naples Philharmonic Chorus, the Chancel Choir of
       Moorings Presbyterian Church and other guest vocalists—delivers a universal
       message of hope and unity. On March 18-22, the Naples Philharmonic Pops
       program Hollywood Rocks, led by guest conductor Stuart Chafetz, brings
       cinematic excitement to Hayes Hall. And last but not least, chamber music
       lovers will enjoy two intimate Sypert Salon performances of Beethoven’s Ghost
       Trio on March 18 and 23.
          Beyond the museum and orchestra, Artis—Naples continues to deliver
       programming for arts lovers of all stripes. Broadway fans can revel in The Cher
       Show from March 4-9, followed later by MJ, the electrifying musical about
                                                                             Catherine Ariale as Lady, Morgan Scott as Star, and Ella Perez
       Michael Jackson, from March 25-30. In between, the musical landscape shifts
                                                                             as Babe in The Cher Show. Photo by Meredith Mashburn Photography.
       to celebrate genres and eras, including the Mississippi Delta Blues on
       March 19, western music by Sons of the Pioneers on March 20 and
       Bachelors of Broadway on March 22.






                                           Tickets and additional details can be found at
                                                          ArtisNaples.org

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