MANATEE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

502 Third Avenue West
Bradenton, FL 34205
941-748-5875
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About the Theatre

The Manatee Performing Arts Center, located in downtown Bradenton, Florida, serves as a cultural cornerstone, offering a diverse array of performances and community programs. Managed by Florida Cultural Group, Inc., the center features two main stages—Stone Hall for Broadway musicals and the Bradenton Kiwanis Theater for intimate dramas. With a mission that extends beyond theater, the center also hosts art exhibits, educational initiatives, and programs like 'Action Through Acting,' which addresses socially relevant issues. This dynamic venue reflects the cultural fabric of the community and provides entertainment, education, and engagement for audiences of all ages.

A Neil Diamond Tribute

2/17

Starring Keith Allynn One Man. One Legend. One Unforgettable Love Story. Feel the passion, the power, and the unforgettable music of Neil Diamond come alive ...

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards; ANNIE Leads Best M Photo

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards; ANNIE Leads Best Musical!

by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!...

COME FROM AWAY & More Lead Florida's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows

by Team BWW - October 31, 2025

Florida is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include Come From Away and more....

COME FROM AWAY & More Lead Florida's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows

Review: The Manatee Players Present EVITA by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice

by Peter Nason - May 11, 2025

I thought everyone had heard of Evita, a show that I consider Andrew Lloyd Webber’s finest work. But in the lobby of the Manatee Performing Arts Center, just before the Saturday night performance of Evita began, a middle-aged couple walked up to me....

Sarasota Opera Announces 2025 Mini Events

by A.A. Cristi - January 22, 2025

Sarasota Opera is once again offering its popular Mini Events, which take place throughout the year and are themed, intimate dining events hosted at a private home or venue. ...

Past Shows

Hotel Alabama: Tributes to the Eagles & Alabama

11/11

One Legendary Night. Two Iconic Sounds. Unlimited Hits. What if The Eagles and Alabama shared the same stage? With Hotel Alabama, you don’t have to ...

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MIAMI METRO SHOWS


		Lea Salonga Adrienne Arsht Center (12/11 - 12/11)
		The Pajama Game Delray Beach Playhouse (11/14 - 12/7)
		JEFF HARNAR SINGS THE 1959 BROADWAY SONGBOOK Delray Beach Playhouse (12/15 - 12/17)
		A Tribute to Robert Goulet Stratford Court (12/20 - 12/20)
		Hollywood Art and Culture Center Presents One Exhibition, Three Artists - Dennis Scholl, Felice Grodin & Brian Reedy Hollywood Art and Culture Center (10/18 - 1/4)
		MJ THE MUSICAL The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (2/10 - 2/15)
		The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Theatre South Playhopuse (2/13 - 2/22)
		Cypress Creek Jazz band Richey Suncoast Theatre (1/11 - 1/11)
		The Wizard of Oz Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre (7/2 - 7/25)
		A Tribute to Robert Goulet Fountainview (12/14 - 12/14)
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