The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota Kicks Off 50th Anniversary Season. Individual Tickets Now on Sale!
August, 2025 – (Bradenton & Sarasota, FL) — The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota is proud to announce that individual tickets for its golden 50th Anniversary Season are officially on sale! This milestone year features an exciting lineup of four mainstage performances, packed with unforgettable music, powerful storytelling, and world-class talent—plus three thrilling add-on concerts to round out the season.
Individual tickets are available for concerts at either the Neel Performing Arts Center at the State College of Florida in Bradenton or the Riverview Performing Arts Center in Sarasota—your choice of venue.
Individual Ticket Prices:
General $35 - Excellent seating at a great value
Premium $50 - Better seating for an enhanced experience
Ultra $65 - The best seats in the house for the ultimate Pops experience
Season Ticket Packages are also still available. Season tickets guarantee your seat at all four main shows at either the Neel Performing Arts Center at the State College of Florida in Bradenton or the Riverview Performing Arts Center in Sarasota.
Season Ticket Packages:
General Package – $120: Excellent seating at a great value
Premium Package – $165: Better seating for an enhanced experience
Ultra Package – $200: The best seats in the house for the ultimate Pops experience
50th Anniversary Season Shows:
Rhinestone Cowboys and National Heroes – November 8–10, 2025
Celebrate the golden age of country music and honor our veterans in a patriotic tribute featuring Nashville's own Ralph Curtis. Enjoy the music of Grand Ol’ Opry legends like George Jones, Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, George Strait, Lee Greenwood, and more.
A Christmas Carol, the Concert – December 13-15, 2025
A Broadway-caliber musical production of the Dickens classic featuring original songs, a full chorus, and beloved local actors and dancers. A holiday tradition the whole family will love.
Let’s Hang On – February 14-16, 2026
Celebrate Valentine's Day with this dreamy tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, featuring iconic hits like Sherry, Walk Like a Man, Big Girls Don’t Cry, and of course, Let’s Hang On.
Rocket Man – March 21-23, 2026
Close out the season in spectacular fashion with Greg Bickley as Rocket Man in this stunning Elton John tribute, complete with flamboyant costumes, dazzling visuals, and all your favorite hits.
Bonus Shows – Add-On Tickets Available:
Hocus Pocus Pops – October 30, 2025
A spooky, family-friendly Halloween concert featuring spine-tingling favorites like Thriller, Ghostbusters, and Superstition. The entire orchestra will be in costume, and audience members are encouraged to dress up and join in the fun for this festive and frightfully fun evening!
All You Need is Love – January 11-12, 2026
An exciting performance by the Liverpool Legends, an internationally acclaimed Beatles tribute band hand-picked by Louise Harrison, sister of George Harrison and former Sarasota resident. These global stars bring the Fab Four to life on stage in this unforgettable concert.
Organ-ized: Pipes and Pops – May 2, 2026
Experience the majesty of the Elizabeth M. Eaton Memorial Pipe Organ in a one-of-a-kind concert that truly pulls out all the stops. An inspiring blend of symphonic power and organ virtuosity.
Get your individual tickets or season ticket packages today at
http://www.ThePopsOrchestra.org
Choose your venue: the Neel Performing Arts Center (Bradenton) or the Riverview Performing Arts Center (Sarasota). To purchase tickets, visit
https://www.thepopsorchestra.org/.
For more ticket information, contact tickets@thepopsorchestra.org.
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About The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota
Founded in 1975, The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota has been delighting local audiences for decades with high-energy, crowd-pleasing performances. Led by Dr. Robyn Bell, The Pops brings you the music you love, performed by the musicians you know—featuring a variety of popular hits, Broadway favorites, film scores, and holiday classics. Learn more at
http://www.ThePopsOrchestra.org
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