The Pops Orchestra Celebrates 50 Years with Star-Studded Season — Tickets On Sale Now!

The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota is striking a high note as it launches its golden 50th Anniversary Season — and individual tickets are now available! This milestone year features a spectacular lineup of four mainstage shows and three bonus concerts, offering something for every music lover.

Concertgoers can choose their preferred venue — the Neel Performing Arts Center at the State College of Florida in Bradenton or the Riverview Performing Arts Center in Sarasota — and enjoy a season filled with unforgettable performances, from country classics to Broadway magic and rock ‘n’ roll legends.

🎟 Ticket Information

Individual Tickets:

• General: $35 – Great value and excellent seating
• Premium: $50 – Prime seats for an enhanced experience
• Ultra: $65 – The very best seats in the house

Season Ticket Packages: (Includes all 4 mainstage shows at your choice of venue)

• General Package: $120
• Premium Package: $165
• Ultra Package: $200

🌟 Mainstage Performances — 50th Anniversary Season Lineup

• Rhinestone Cowboys and National Heroes — Nov. 8–10, 2025
  Celebrate the golden era of country music and honor America’s veterans with Nashville’s Ralph Curtis and timeless hits by George Jones, Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, George Strait, and more.
• A Christmas Carol, The Concert — Dec. 13–15, 2025
  A magical Broadway-style adaptation of the Dickens classic, complete with original music, full chorus, and beloved local talent — perfect for the holidays.
• Let’s Hang On — Feb. 14–16, 2026
  A Valentine’s celebration with a tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons featuring classics like Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, and Walk Like a Man.
• Rocket Man — Mar. 21–23, 2026
  Greg Bickley takes the stage as Elton John in a spectacular tribute show with dazzling costumes, visuals, and hits like Tiny Dancer and Crocodile Rock.

🎤 Bonus Add-On Concerts

• Hocus Pocus Pops — Oct. 30, 2025
  A family-friendly Halloween concert featuring Thriller, Ghostbusters, and more — costumes encouraged!
• All You Need is Love — Jan. 11–12, 2026
  The Liverpool Legends, a Beatles tribute band hand-picked by George Harrison’s sister, bring the Fab Four to life.
• Organ-ized: Pipes and Pops — May 2, 2026
  Experience the majesty of the Elizabeth M. Eaton Memorial Pipe Organ in this powerful orchestral-organ showcase.

🎟 Reserve Your Seats Today
Visit ThePopsOrchestra.org or email tickets@thepopsorchestra.org to secure your seats for this once-in-a-lifetime season.

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