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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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