Join everyone at Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts and the Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater as we host the Inaugural Community Art Exhibition with Music & Musings, a celebration of the arts and community with live music and networking!  The event will be Thursday, June 16 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Surround yourself with the breathtaking views of Tampa Bay from our stunning Upper Atrium while special musical guests, Nate Najar, and Daniela Soledad set the mood with an acoustic set while we unveil new featured artwork hanging in our 2nd floor Art Gallery.

Here is a video of the artists visiting their display of their art at The Mahaffey:

This is the first look for the public to see our Community Art Exhibition concept in collaboration with Creative Clay. The exhibit will be on display for three months and we already have additional community partners lined up for the upcoming season. Cultural arts organizations and local artists are encouraged to contact us to learn more and schedule a community art exhibition in our space.

Special thanks go to Creative Clay for bringing us this new artwork that is performing arts-themed. All art is available for purchase at the event. All proceeds from the artwork go to Creative Clay and the artists.

Enjoy your first drink complimentary on us! A cash bar will be available starting at 5:30 p.m., as well as complimentary appetizers. Please RSVP to Sydney Lindell, at slindell@billedwardsfoundationforthearts.org or call (727) 892-5891.

Music & Musings, a celebration of the arts, community & networking! Join us!

Thursday, June 16, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.

More information about this event can be found at TheMahaffey.com

More About Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts:

The Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts supports performing arts programming at the Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater. Our mission is to educate, engage and entertain everyone in our community through culturally diverse performances. We present inspiring arts education programs, community outreach initiatives, live mainstage performances and concerts, as well as special events for the enjoyment of the entire community.

More About the Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater

The Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater, under the management of Big3 Entertainment, is one of Tampa Bay’s top-rated performing arts venues. Home to the Florida Orchestra, the world class Mahaffey Theater hosts top-quality national and international artists and performances – pop, rock, comedy, theater, dance, classical and interactive engagements and exhibitions. Located in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, the 2,031-seat cultural jewel boasts spectacular waterfront views and is located only minutes away from white sandy beaches and world-renowned museums.

Feature image above of Artist Marquise R. poses with his masterpiece inspired by dancers on a boat for editorial purposes only all right reserved.

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