BIG ARTS Events - Community Artists
Explore all the details of our 2024-2025 Community Events below! Select events require tickets.
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Untold Stories - Sanibel Island’s Store
WGCU Documentary
Sanibel Island’s Store, an hour-long documentary from WGCU Public Media, explores the power of community and family legacy on a barrier island ever threatened by storms. The film highlights the resiliency of islanders and Bailey’s General Store, established in 1899, as the family business rebuilds for the third time after Hurricane Ian.
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BIG ARTS COMMUNITY CHORUS
& BIG ARTS CONCERT BAND
Holiday Performance
Immerse yourself in festive, joyful melodies of the season, as the BIG ARTS Community Chorus and BIG ARTS Concert Band come together to deliver a performance of beloved holiday classics and cherished tunes.
Learn MoreGULFSHORE BALLET’S THE NUTCRACKER
Gulfshore Ballet proudly presents Tchaikovsky’s timeless Holiday Classic The Nutcracker, with new choreography by GSB Artistic Directors Iliana Lopez & Franklin Gamero, both former Principal Dancers with The MIami City Ballet.
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Delight in the magic of the season as BIG ARTS transforms its expansive halls into a holiday wonderland adorned with festive decorations.
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HOLIDAY FAMILY FILM
The Polar Express
Join us for a heartwarming family experience as we present The Polar Express on the big screen in Christensen Performance Hall.
Learn MoreGULF COAST SYMPHONY
Experience the magic of music with the Gulf Coast Symphony, a distinguished professional orchestra from Southwest Florida, whose rich traditions of unique and innovative collaborations create high-quality, dynamic performances.
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BIG ARTS COMMUNITY CHORUS
& BIG ARTS CONCERT BAND
Spring Performance
You know spring has arrived on Sanibel and Captiva when you hear the creative vocal arrangements of the BIG ARTS Community Chorus combined with the stirring compositions of the BIG ARTS Concert Band!
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FAMILY & FRIENDS DAY
Featuring Wild World of Animals
Join us for this annual, free event, featuring Wild World of Animals, an entertaining and educational show that provides an exploration into the fascinating world of the wildlife we share with the planet.
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Don’t miss an unforgettable evening of artistic inspiration at this free and open-to-the-public event!
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