Performance

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for an exciting evening filled with talent, creativity, and unforgettable performances. Whether you’re an instrumentalist, singer, dancer, comedian, poet, storyteller, or any other kind of performing artist, this is your moment to shine! Date & Location: Tuesday, January 2, 2024: Sculpture Garden, Visual Arts Center, 26100…

“Really digging this record of yours. Love the combination of instruments and the intimacy of the recording. Very fine songs”. Elvis Costello  Two-time GRAMMY-nominated, BMI award-winning singer-songwriter with six Billboard top ten hits, Elsten Torres and his band bring their distinctive Latin fusion sound to the intimate setting of the Moe Auditorium. Get ready to…

“I had the sense of being in the presence of a pop-soul superwoman whose every gesture and inflection conveyed confidence and mastery.” – The New York Times Nicole Henry (www.nicolehenry.com) has established herself among the jazz world’s most acclaimed performers, possessing a potent combination of dynamic vocal abilities, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance. Her passionate, soulful voice…

Jim Jarmusch’s film “Dead Man” is a haunting and poetic masterpiece of American independent cinema. Released in 1995, this unconventional Western challenges traditional genre conventions, delivering a unique and thought-provoking cinematic experience. At its core, the film revolves around the journey of William Blake, played by Johnny Depp, a timid and seemingly hapless accountant who…

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for an exciting evening filled with talent, creativity, and unforgettable performances. Whether you’re an instrumentalist, singer, dancer, comedian, poet, storyteller, or any other kind of performing artist, this is your moment to shine! Date & Location: Tuesday, February 6, 2024: Sculpture Garden, Visual Arts Center, 26100…

Join us for an extraordinary evening with the renowned New York Times Bestselling Author, William Kent Krueger, at the Arts Bonita. Immerse yourself in the world of mystery and intrigue as we celebrate the literary brilliance of a captivating storyteller. Hinman Auditorium Date: February 12, 2024 Time: 7:00PM About the Author: William Kent Krueger, a…

Two-time Grammy nominated artist and American blues legend John Primer was the bandleader and guitarist for Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, and Magic Slim & The Teardrops. Having played or recorded with a who’s who of blues greats, including Junior Wells, Gary Clark Jr., Derek Trucks, Johnny Winter, The Rolling Stones, and Buddy Guy to name a few,…

A Celebration of the Music of Frank Sinatra, Mel Tormé, and Tony Bennett Featuring biggest hits from three of the biggest stars in Jazz and Popular Music. With The South Florida Jazz Orchestra. “A Powerhouse ensemble consisting of top players from Miami’s jazz scene.” – DownBeat Magazine Directed by Dr. Chuck Bergeron Special guest vocalist…

“Evocateur: The Morton Downey Jr. Movie” is a compelling documentary that delves into the life and career of the infamous talk show host Morton Downey Jr. Known for pioneering aggressive, confrontational talk shows, Downey became a polarizing figure in the late 1980s. The film provides an in-depth look at his rise to stardom and the…

Performing fiery Spanish guitar pieces like “Malaguena” to the gorgeous vocal harmonies of “Sounds of Silence” this duo takes the art of guitars to another dimension with their new animated animated painting concert experience. A colorful backdrop of lush vibrant painted landscapes based on the guitar theme flows thru the concert. Moving in 3D guitar…

It’s time for another Stage 2 Improv Comedy Mash Up!  Join us for a night of friendly Improv Competition where the games are fueled by the audience suggestions! Let the games begin! Friday, March 8, 2024; 7pm Performing Arts Center, Moe Auditorium & Film Center 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs Tickets: $20 General Admission…

The 3 Redneck Tenors are a new breed in the “tenor genre” – their musical comedy featuring classically trained veteran artists is like the Blue Collar Comedy Tour goes to Carnegie Hall – down home laughs with big city music! It has been said that if Larry the Cable Guy, Il Divo, and Mrs. Doubtfire…

“J” is for Jazz in South Florida and Jesse Jones Jr. is coming to Bonita to prove it! The Miami native is a saxophonist virtuoso and continues to be at the forefront of a burgeoning jazz renaissance in South Florida. Jesse has been ruling forces in the music industry for many years. Jesse Jones Jr.,…

Featuring members of THE BAND and LEVON HELM BAND. The Weight Band originated in 2013 inside the famed Woodstock, New York barn of Levon Helm when Jim Weider and Randy Ciarlante —both former members of The Band— performed “Songs of The Band” with Band founder Garth Hudson. Inspired to carry on the rock band’s legacy,…

With impressive accolades that include a Grammy Award, two Blues Music Awards, and a Keeping the Blues Alive Award, Backtrack Blues Band stands as one of America’s enduring and highly accomplished blues groups. They boast an extensive history and a global presence with sold-out concerts worldwide. With a six-piece lineup featuring harmonica, guitar, B3 organ,…

“Harnar and Porter are a perfect fit!” – New York Times “Jeff Harnar is nothing less than the singer Cole Porter deserves.” – San Francisco Exampiner “The smootherst of the smooth Cole Porter evergreens.” – The Times London Award-winning vocalist JEFF HARNAR debuts at Arts Bonita with his acclaimed COLE PORTER show, “IT’S DE-LOVELY.” Featured…

South Carolina’s The Blue Dogs have defied musical norms, blending bluegrass, country, rock, and soul to create what’s now known as Americana. Led by Bobby Houck and Hank Futch, childhood friends turned musical visionaries, the band’s country-rock vibe resonates in original songs that capture the essence of their roots. Teaming up with songwriter Phillip Lammonds,…

“Savannah, GA native Victor Wainwright is all about boogie woogie piano, deep soul, and a voice that recalls Dr. John at his best. He is a blues star, a tremendous player.” -Chicago Blues Guide Victor Wainwright and the Train have garnered widespread recognition for their exceptional musical prowess. The band has been honored with numerous…

Buy Reserved Seating Tickets Buy General Admission/Student Tickets Arts Bonita Young Actors Theatre Production THE SENSATIONAL JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT TELLS THE JOURNEY OF JOSEPH, SON OF JACOB AND ONE OF TWELVE BROTHERS, AND HIS COAT OF MANY COLORS. Based on the Bible’s book of Genesis and originating from a cantata written for…