ARTIS—NAPLES ANNOUNCES FULL 2024-25 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS SEASON

Naples, Fla. (July 23, 2024) – Artis—Naples, Southwest Florida’s premier destination for the visual 
and performing arts, announced today its full 2024-25 season. This year marks the inaugural season 
under the leadership of Artistic and Music Director Alexander Shelley.

The Baker Museum showcases captivating exhibitions, including Becky Suss: The Dutch House, inspired by Ann Patchett’s Pulitzer-nominated eponymous novel, and Rafael Lozano-Hemmer: Obra Sonora, an  exploration of art, sound and architecture. The Naples Philharmonic presents a dynamic array of classical masterpieces, symphonic pops and chamber gems as well as several special orchestral collaborations. The season also features acclaimed touring Broadway productions, presentations by celebrated artists, engaging lectures and exciting film offerings. This diverse lineup embodies the Artis—Naples commitment to multidisciplinary arts experiences.

“We are thrilled to present this magnificent season, meticulously planned with Alexander Shelley in his first season as artistic and music director,” said CEO and President Kathleen van Bergen. “The arts lovers of Southwest Florida are in for an artistic treat as Alexander takes us on a journey through a thoughtfully curated narrative woven through our programming. Alexander’s leadership promises to bring new energy to our multidisciplinary commitment, and we look forward to sharing these creative experiences with our patrons.”

“I am eager to take on the role of artistic and music director and to build upon the rich relationships within the vibrant Southwest Florida community,” said Artistic and Music Director Alexander Shelley. “As we begin this adventure together, I look forward to presenting a slate of multidisciplinary programming under the unifying theme of Storytelling, celebrating the power of narratives in the arts. This season, we delve into the human experience, with each performance and exhibition inviting us to explore the stories that link us all. Through music, dance and visual art, we will share tales that ignite compassion, empathy and profound connection, offering unforgettable encounters that will resonate deeply with our audiences.”

Performing Arts Highlights
Naples Philharmonic Special Programs
This season, the Naples Philharmonic presents multiple thrilling programs with some of today’s most  celebrated artists and ensembles. Highlights include a special performance with the incomparable soprano Renée Fleming in Voice of Nature – Anthropocene, featuring a unique blend of classical, romantic and contemporary works, as well as a stunning multimedia dance program by the cutting-edge dance group Andrea Peña & Artists—with both programs conducted by Alexander Shelley. The season also features a sensational evening with Brass Transit paying tribute to the legendary band Chicago; a night honoring Tina Turner withBroadway’s Tony-winning Tina, Adrienne Warren; and the witty wordplay and piano mastery of 
multitalented singer-songwriter Ben Folds performing his greatest hits.

Presentations
Several veritable music legends headline the 2024-25 season of presentations. Gospel Music Hall of Famer Amy Grant returns to Naples, and three-time Grammy-winning rock band Los Lobos turns up the heat in Hayes Hall. Returning Artis—Naples favorites include Dave Koz for his annual holiday tour, Michael Feinstein presenting Because of You, My Tribute to Tony Bennett and “Lonely Boy” Paul Anka sharing an invigorating night of nostalgia. And last but not least, the high-energy rhythms and inventive percussion of STOMP round out the season with its unique blend of dance, music and theatrical flair.

Masterworks Series
The 10-program Naples Philharmonic Masterworks series features performances by some of the world’s 
finest musicians and conductors presenting a selection of the greatest music ever composed. This season, Alexander Shelley conducts six stellar programs, includingMussorgsky’s vivid Pictures at an Exhibition, Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto featuring Artistic Partner James Ehnes, Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No. 9, a return performance by piano virtuosa Gabriela Montero and a season closer featuring Concertmaster Zachary DePue performing Barber’s Violin Concerto.

Pops Series
Led by Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly, the Naples Philharmonic Pops series features five engaging programs that span genres and themes. Highlights include a celebration of George Gershwin’s timeless music, a sci-fi and fantasy film and TV music extravaganza featuring special guest Jonathan Frakes and a performance by Broadway star Norm Lewis.

Chamber Music Series
The Wang Chamber Music and Sypert Salon series present some of the finest chamber music from across  the centuries. These intimate performances feature chamber musicians of the Naples Philharmonic and 
esteemed guest artists, including James Ehnes on violin, pianists Inon Barnatan and Yeol Eum Son and clarinetist Andreas Ottensamer.

All That Jazz Series
The Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra delivers a sizzling season with eight programs featuring talented national and international jazz artists. Highlights include performances by trombonist John Allred, guitarist Romero Lubambo, vocalist Lucy Yeghiazaryan and a season- closing program featuring the music of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn.

Visiting Orchestras Series
The Visiting Orchestras Series brings the world’s most prestigious orchestras to Hayes Hall. This season, the London Symphony Orchestra makes its Naples debut, with two performances under the baton of Chief Conductor Sir Antonio Pappano. Artis—Naples also welcomes back the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra for one program, led by its current Artistic Partner and future Chief Conductor Klaus Mäkelä, as well as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra under the seasoned leadership of its illustrious Music Director Emeritus for Life Riccardo Muti.

Dance Series
Showcasing the artistry and innovation of the world’s premier dance companies, the Dance series features performances by the Dance Theatre of Harlem, Paul Taylor Dance Company, Miami City Ballet and Complexions Contemporary Ballet, all accompanied by the Naples Philharmonic.

Broadway Series
The Broadway series presents five exciting touring productions in Hayes Hall. This season’s lineup includes Some Like it Hot, MAMMA MIA!, The Cher Show, MJ and Pretty Woman: The Musical.

The Baker Museum 2024-25 Exhibition Highlights

As We Rise: Photography from the Black Atlantic, Selections from the Wedge Collection As We Rise presents an exciting range of photographs from African diasporic culture. With more than 100 works by Black artists from Canada, the Caribbean, Great Britain, the United States and the 
continent of Africa, this exhibition provides a timely exploration of Black identity on all sides 
of the Atlantic. Drawn from the Wedge Collection in Toronto, which is dedicated to artists of 
African descent, the exhibition includes artists who touch on themes of agency, beauty, joy, 
belonging, subjectivity and self-representation from different Atlantic perspectives. July 20 
through October 13, 2024

Related programming:
Collector’s talk by Dr. Kenneth Montague
Saturday, July 20, 3pm ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space

Deep Cuts from the Ahmet Ertegün Collection
This popular exhibition, which debuted during the 2023-24 season, has been extended until October 
2024. In 2000, the same year it opened to the public, The Baker Museum acquired one of its most 
important holdings: the Ahmet Ertegün Collection. Assembled by the Turkish- American businessman 
best known as the founder and president of Atlantic Records, the collection features a remarkable 
selection of modern art of the United States that demonstrates Ertegün’s comprehension of and 
intuitiveness about rhythm, pattern and color.
Through October 13, 2024

Becky Suss: The Dutch House
Becky Suss: The Dutch House showcases new paintings by Becky Suss was inspired by
American author Ann Patchett’s 2019 novel, The Dutch House, which chronicles two adult siblings 
recalling their childhoods and the subsequent dissolution of their family over several decades. A 
central character in the novel is the “Dutch House,” their childhood home. In her Dutch House 
paintings, Suss portrays her vision of the fictional mansion by interpreting both literary details 
from Patchett’s narrative and by incorporating details specific to her own biography.
September 7, 2024, through January 5, 2025

Related programming:
Artist talk by Becky Suss
Join Becky Suss as she discusses her work and how Ann Patchett’s novel inspired her exhibition
of new paintings that tell the story of a family fracturing over several decades.
Saturday, October 19, noon ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space
Alex Katz: Theater and Dance
Alex Katz: Theater and Dance constitutes the first comprehensive exploration of Katzʼs playful and 
inventive collaborations with choreographers, dancers and members of avant-garde theater ensembles 
over six decades. In addition to presenting a range of works by innovators across the performing 
arts and poetry, it spotlights 15 productions Katz produced with Paul Taylor, exploring the 
creative partnership that generated some of the most significant postmodern dance and art of the 
20th century.
October 2024 through February 2025

Related programming:
Alex Katz: Theater and Dance lecture by Kevin Lotery, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Modern & 
Contemporary Art at Boston College, Art, Art History, and Film Department
Friday, November 8, 10am ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space

Alex Katz and Paul Taylor Dance, a conversation with Michael Novak, artistic director, Paul Taylor 
Dance Company
Friday, January 17, 1pm ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space
Florida Contemporary 2024-25
This annual exhibition presents a select group of notable visual artists practicing in Florida. 
Highlighting the diversity of artistic approaches to personal, local and global themes, Florida 
Contemporary invites visitors to celebrate the state’s vibrant art scene. The artists selected for 
the 12th edition of the exhibition are Amer Kobaslija, Jacksonville; Cynthia Mason, St.
Petersburg; and Marielle Plaisir, Miami.
October 19, 2024, through June 29, 2025
Related programming:
Panel discussion with the artists of Florida Contemporary 2024-25
Friday, April 18, 6pm ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space

Rafael Lozano-Hemmer: Obra Sonora
For over three decades, Rafael Lozano-Hemmer has integrated art, science, architecture and 
technology into his trailblazing artistic practice. This exhibition includes monumental works such 
as Atmosphonia, a sound and light environment featuring 3,000 audio channels playing back natural 
field recordings; Volute 2, a speech bubble presented as an oversized aluminum sculpture; and 
Sphere Packing: Bach, a 10-foot diameter sphere that supports 1,128 loudspeakers—each playing a 
different composition by Johann Sebastian Bach. This will be the first museum exhibition to explore 
Lozano-Hemmer’s use of sound as a medium of expression and image-making.
December 7, 2024, through June 15, 2025

Related programming:
In Tangible Noise artist talk, featuring Rafael Lozano-Hemmer in conversation with critic Michael 
Nardone
Saturday, December 7, 11:30am ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center

In Tangible Noise panel discussion with sound art scholars Xenia Benivolski, Christoph Cox, Rudolf 
Frieling and Alexandra T. Vasquez
Saturday, December 7, 1:30pm ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Storytelling through Sound: A Conversation with Alexander Shelley and Rafael Lozano- Hemmer
Program details will be announced at a later date

In the Making: Sketches, Studies and Maquettes from the Permanent Collection This exhibition offers 
a unique opportunity to explore artists’ creative processes by showcasing over 30 works from The 
Baker Museum’s permanent collection. The comprehensive exhibition provides a rare chance to witness 
the evolution of an artwork, from initial sketches to fully realized works of art. This deeper look 
into the creative process will provide the artist’s vision behind each artwork.
February 1 through fall 2025

Related programming:
Process to Artwork: Exploring the Role of Maquettes in Sculpture and Monuments lecture by Rosa 
Lowinger, author and art conservator at RLA Conservation
Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 10am ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space

Entangled in the Mangroves: Florida Everglades Through Installation
Entangled in the Mangroves features 10 talented and passionate artists of South Florida whose work 
explores various aspects of the unique and diverse Everglades ecosystem. One of the
world’s most extensive wetlands, the Everglades currently faces critical threats from the
impacts of our changing climate. This exhibition intends to raise awareness about the unique 
ecosystem’s importance and the urgent need for its protection.
March 8 through September 21, 2025

Related programming:
Entangled in the Mangroves panel discussion with artists Jennifer Basile, Amalia Caputo and 
Gretchen Scharnagl. Introduction by William Osceola, secretary of the Miccosukee Tribe of
Indians of Florida.
Friday, March 21, 2025, 6pm ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space

2024-25 Performing Arts Season
OCTOBER 2024

The Conductor’s Spellbook Family-Friendly Concert
Naples Philharmonic Alvin Ho, conductor
Children of all ages are welcome to enjoy this 50-minute performance as they share in a whimsical 
adventure through the world of music. Parents, grandparents and children can all learn about the 
instruments of the orchestra and the joys of music together!
Saturday, October 5, 10am ∙ Daniels Pavilion

The Conductor’s Spellbook Sensory-Friendly Concert
Naples Philharmonic Alvin Ho, conductor
This concert is designed for patrons with sensory processing disorders and/or who are neurodiverse. 
This inclusive musical experience provides a welcoming environment with modifications to lighting 
and volume. House lights will remain on, and there will be no assigned seats. Patrons may bring 
fidget toys, pillows, tablets, noise-reduction headphones or other objects that provide familiarity 
and comfort. A “quiet room” will be available for any patron seeking a break from the stimulation 
of the live performance.
Saturday, October 5, 11:30am ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Sypert Salon: Onslow and Farrenc Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Onslow Woodwind Quintet, Op. 
81 Farrenc Piano Quintet No.1
Tuesday and Sunday, October 15 and 20, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
All That Jazz: John Allred Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra John Allred, trombone
Wednesday, October 16, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Brass Transit: The Musical Legacy of Chicago – Colour My World
Naples Philharmonic Alvin Ho, conductor
Relive the glory days of Chicago with the Naples Philharmonic and Brass Transit, the dynamic, 
crowd-pleasing, studio-tight powerhouse tribute to the Windy City supergroup. Sing along as the 
combined ensemble performs classics like Saturday in the Park, 25 or 6 to 4 and If You Leave Me 
Now.
Thursday, October 17, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Naples International Film Festival
The 16th annual Naples International Film Festival offers an unparalleled opportunity for film 
lovers together and experience some of today’s best independent films in a friendly and welcoming 
environment. The festival presents more than 60 narrative features, documentaries and short films 
over four days—with opportunities to meet some of the talented filmmakers behind the films.

In this 16th iteration of the popular regional film festival, filmmakers will be vying for more 
than $10,000 in cash prizes, including $2,500 each for the two juried competitions for Best 
Narrative Feature and Best Documentary Feature, and $1,500 for the Focus on the Arts Award, given 
to a narrative or documentary film with an emphasis on one or more of the visual or performing 
arts.

Thursday-Sunday, October 24-27
Festival Presenting Sponsors Dr. Richard and Christine Lublin.
Generous support is provided by the Collier County Tourist Development Council.
NIFF Opening Night Film and Party Thursday, October 24
Doors Open 6pm | Film 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

NIFF Film Screenings
Friday-Sunday, October 25-27 Cinema partner to be announced
NIFF Closing Night Awards Ceremony, Film and Wrap Party Sunday, October 27, 5:30pm ∙ Daniels 
Pavilion

Batman (1989) in Concert – 35th Anniversary Tour
Naples Philharmonic
Jack Everly, principal pops conductor

Thirty-five years after Tim Burton’s Batman became a global sensation, the first cinematic Caped 
Crusader receives a symphonic salute as Jack Everly and the Naples Philharmonic perform the iconic 
score onstage while Batman take on the Joker in a live film screening. Sunday, October 27, 7:30pm ∙ 
Hayes Hall

NOVEMBER 2024

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Pictures with Alexander
Alexander Shelley, conductor Pablo Sáinz-Villegas, guitar Gabriela Ortiz Kauyumari
Arturo Márquez Guitar Concerto
Mussorgsky Pictures at an Exhibition
Friday-Saturday, November 1-2, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Mariachi Herencia de Mexico
Let Mariachi Herencia de Mexico transport you to the streets of Guadalajara and Mexico City, where 
mariachi music was born. This energetic, virtuosic Latin Grammy-nominated band is
sure to be one of this season’s highlights.
Sunday, November 3, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Fleetwood Mask
From ’70s hits like Landslide and Rhiannon to ’80s hits like Gypsy, Hold Me and Big Love, Fleetwood 
Mask delivers the best of Fleetwood Mac in a tribute act so accurate that they’ve earned drummer 
Mick Fleetwood’s stamp of approval.
Friday, November 8, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Naples Philharmonic Pops: Celebrating Gershwin
Jack Everly, principal pops conductor Lee Musiker, piano
Join Jack Everly and the Naples Philharmonic as we continue our year-long celebration of the music 
of George Gershwin, whose blend of jazz and classical traditions resulted in a stupendous collage 
of distinctly American music. The program will feature some of Gershwin’s most recognizable 
compositions, including I Got Rhythm and Rhapsody in Blue, performed by
extraordinary pianist Lee Musiker, who served as Tony Bennett’s music director and pianist for
more than a decade.
Tuesday-Friday, November 5-8, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Saturday, November 9, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock & Roll, Part 6
Stars from some of Broadway’s greatest rock musicals and a collection of rock vocalists join 
composer-lyricist-producer Neil Berg to perform a selection of rock music’s greatest hits and share 
some of the unknown stories about its biggest stars.
Sunday, November 10, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

All That Jazz: Romero Lubambo Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra Romero Lubambo, guitar
Wednesday, November 13, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3
Joana Carneiro, conductor Yeol Eum Son, piano
Adams Short Ride in a Fast Machine Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3 Stravinsky Petrushka
Thursday and Saturday, November 14 and 16, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Wang Chamber Music: Yeol Eum Son Plays Dvořák
Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Yeol Eum Son, piano
Wild Reminiscences of Snow White
Gulda Play Piano Play No. 4 and 5

Reena Esmail Khirkiyaan: Three Transformations for Brass Quintet
Dvořák Piano Quintet, Op. 87
Sunday, November 17, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Dance Theatre of Harlem
Naples Philharmonic
A trailblazing force in the realm of ballet, the Dance Theatre of Harlem has reconceived the art 
form for the 21st century, blending cherished classics with contemporary innovation. Through 
performances, community engagement and arts education, the company carries forward the belief that 
ballet belongs to everyone.
Tuesday, November 19, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Klaus Mäkelä, conductor Lisa Batiashvili, violin
Glinka Overture to Ruslan and Ludmila Prokofiev Violin Concerto No. 2 Rachmaninoff Symphony No. 2
Wednesday, November 20, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Duelers: Dueling Pianos
Join members of the cast of the musical feature film Duelers—winner of NIFF 2023’s Indie Spirit 
Award—for a wild night of live dueling pianos! These talented musicians will take your favorite 
popular music requests and perform original songs from the film in this evening of 
multi-instrumentalist mastery.
Thursday, November 21, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Amy Grant
Singer-songwriter and Gospel Music Hall of Famer Amy Grant brings her brand of contemporary 
Christian pop back to Hayes Hall for a program featuring many of the No. 1 hits and Top 40 singles 
she recorded over her 30-plus-year career.
Friday, November 22, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

A Night Honoring Tina Turner with Adrienne Warren
Naples Philharmonic Adrienne Warren, vocalist
Channel the electrifying energy of Tina Turner as Broadway’s original Tina, Adrienne Warren, joins 
the Naples Philharmonic for a night of the R&B legend’s most iconic hits. Prepare to be immersed in 
Turner’s timeless music, reimagined for a full orchestra.
Sunday, November 24, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

An Evening of Overtures
Naples Philharmonic
Manuel López-Gómez, conductor

Be enthralled by the world’s finest orchestral music as the Naples Philharmonic presents a program 
filled with some of the most beloved overtures and opening pieces from classical music, Broadway, 
opera and beyond.
Tuesday, November 26, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert
Banda de la Casita
Experience the magic of Disney’s Encanto like never before as Hayes Hall transforms into the 
vibrant wonderland of Encanto for one enchanting night! Sing along to Grammy-winning hits like We 
Don’t Talk About Bruno, Surface Pressure and Dos Oruguitas performed by a Latin band while the 
Academy Award-winning film is screened overhead.
Wednesday, November 27, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Naples Ballet presents The Nutcracker
Naples Ballet
Naples Philharmonic Alvin Ho, conductor
Tchaikovsky’s timeless tale comes to life in this enchanting performance by local dancers from
Naples Ballet, professional soloists from around the world and the Naples Philharmonic.
Saturday, November 30, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Sunday, December 1, 2pm and 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

DECEMBER 2024
Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2024
Featuring Jonathan Butler with Special Guests Vincent Ingala, Adam Hawley and Rebecca Jade
Naughty or nice, saxophonist Dave “Santa” Koz is coming back to town to perform a wide range
of holiday hits sure to put any Scrooge into the spirit of the season.
Monday, December 2, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Ben Folds
Naples Philharmonic Jacomo Bairos, conductor
Witness the witty wordplay and piano fireworks of multitalented singer-songwriter Ben Folds as he 
performs with the Naples Philharmonic for one unforgettable evening. The genre-bending legend 
reimagines his greatest hits for a symphonic experience not to be missed!
Wednesday, December 4, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Handel’s Messiah
Naples Philharmonic
Naples Philharmonic Chorus Jeremy T. Warner, director
Handel’s Messiah returns to ring in the holiday season! Experience the sweeping collaboration of 
the Naples Philharmonic and Naples Philharmonic Chorus as they perform this Baroque-era favorite.
Saturday, December 7, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Sunday, December 8, 7pm ∙ First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs

Sypert Salon: Beethoven’s Serenade Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Beethoven Serenade in D 
Major, Op. 25
C. Kreutzer Clarinet Trio, Op. 43
Sunday and Tuesday, December 8 and 10, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Piano Talks: Home for the Holidays
Jodie DeSalvo, piano Mark Sanders, vocalist
Carolann M. Sanita, vocalist
There’s no place like home for the holidays! Joined by special guests Mark Sander and Carolann
M. Sanita, Jodie DeSalvo kicks off her 2024-25 Piano Talks series with a festive selection of 
classic and contemporary holiday favorites.
Thursday, December 12, 7pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Alexander Shelley, conductor James Ehnes, violin
Tama Matheson, actor
Meilina Tsui Commissioned Work* Mendelssohn Violin Concerto Mendelssohn A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Friday-Saturday, December 13-14, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Wang Chamber Music: Ehnes Plays Tchaikovsky
Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic James Ehnes, violin
Anna Clyne Strange Loops
Tchaikovsky Souvenir de Florence
Sunday, December 15, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
All That Jazz: Ken Peplowski Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra Ken Peplowski, clarinet
Wednesday, December 18, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Holiday Pops
Naples Philharmonic Jacomo Bairos, conductor Naples Philharmonic Chorus Jeremy T. Warner, director
Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus Barbara Sletto, director
The Naples Philharmonic, Naples Philharmonic Chorus and Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus make it 
easy to find your holiday spirit with their annual program of cherished classics and modern 
favorites. This combined ensemble and symphonic celebration is sure to enchant audiences and stuff 
their stockings with the yuletide spirit.
Thursday-Friday, December 19-20, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Saturday, December 21, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes 
Hall
Sunday, December 22, 2pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Broadway: Some Like it Hot
Winner of four Tony Awards, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award for 
Best Musical Theater Album, Some Like it Hot is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance 
Spectacular!” – The New York Times

Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, Some Like it Hot is 
the “glorious, big, high kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the 
Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross- 
country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.
Tuesday, December 24, 2pm ∙ Hayes Hall Thursday, December 26, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Friday-Sunday, December 27-29, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
JANUARY 2025

Andrea Peña & Artists: UAQUE
Naples Philharmonic Alexander Shelley, conductor Andrea Peña & Artists
Edward Burtynsky, photographer
Witness the unique choreographic style of Andrea Peña as 10 dancers interpret her dialogue between 
dance, visual art and music. Under the baton of Alexander Shelley, the Naples
Philharmonic performs while Edward Burtynsky’s vivid images paint a stunning self-portrait of our 
planet.
Sunday, January 5, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Los Lobos
Perhaps no band has defined the East Los Angeles sonic landscape more than Mexican- American rock 
band Los Lobos. The three-time Grammy Award winners turn up the heat in Hayes Hall with their heady 
mix of rock, Tex-Mex, brown-eyed soul and traditional music. Monday, January 6, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Sypert Salon: Schumann’s Piano Quintet
Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Javier Perianes, piano
Haydn String Quartet, Op. 60, No. 3, “Emperor”
Schumann Piano Quintet
Tuesday and Sunday, January 7 and 12, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Bacharach and Friends
Burt Bacharach may be gone, but his string of love songs and pops hits lives on! Enjoy an evening 
in Daniels Pavilion featuring an array of talented vocalists performing many of the legendary 
songwriter’s greatest hits.
Wednesday-Thursday, January 8-9, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Carmen and La mer
Alexander Shelley, conductor Javier Perianes, piano
Ravel Mother Goose Suite
Jimmy López Bellido Ephemerae, Piano Concerto
Bizet Carmen Suite No. 1
Debussy La mer
Thursday and Saturday, January 9 and 11, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Renée Fleming: Voice of Nature – The Anthropocene
Vocal superstar Renée Fleming returns with a live performance event with Alexander Shelley and the 
Naples Philharmonic inspired by her 2023 Grammy Award-winning album featuring an original film 
created by the National Geographic Society. This special performance spans the classical, romantic 
and contemporary eras, through music ranging from Handel to Björk, exploring nature as both 
inspiration and victim of humanity.
Sunday, January 12, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Riccardo Muti, Music Director Emeritus for Life
Donizetti Overture to Don Pasquale
Verdi The Four Seasons from I vespri siciliani
Chabrier España
Golijov Megalopolis Suite
Falla Suite No. 2 from The Three-Cornered Hat
Tuesday, January 14, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Riccardo Muti, Music Director Emeritus for Life
Bellini Overture to Norma
Schubert Symphony No. 8, “Unfinished”
Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4
Wednesday, January 15, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Piano Talks: Dueling Pianos
Jodie DeSalvo, piano Robert Wells, piano
Jodie DeSalvo joins forces with Swedish sensation Robert Wells for a dazzling evening of music! 
This collaborative concert features both classical and popular favorites, promising a night that 
will entertain music lovers of all tastes.
Thursday, January 16, 7pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Paul Taylor Dance Company
Naples Philharmonic
The Paul Taylor Dance Company has been redefining modern dance since 1954. With over 147 
groundbreaking works spanning seven decades, the company pushes the limits of movement and emotion. 
From the stages of New York to global tours, the Paul Taylor Dance Company continues to captivate 
audiences with its rich exploration of the human experience.
Taylor/Elgar Sunset Taylor/Bach Promethean Fire Taylor/Jackson Scudorama
Friday, January 17, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Wang Chamber Music: Russian Masterpieces
Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Taneyev String Trio in E-flat Major Shostakovich String 
Quartet No. 2
Sunday, January 19, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
The Hit Men of Country
Break out your felt hat and cowboy boots and join The Hit Men of Country for a wide range of 
heartfelt ballads and foot-stomping country music classics from hitmakers like Wynona, Keith Urban, 
Trace Adkins and many more.
Monday-Tuesday, January 20-21, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

All That Jazz: Sean Jones Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra Sean Jones, trumpet
Wednesday, January 22, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Naples Philharmonic Pops: Norm Lewis: Broadway and Beyond
Jack Everly, principal pops conductor Norm Lewis, vocalist
A star of stage and screen, celebrated baritone Norm Lewis joins Jack Everly and the Naples 
Philharmonic to brin the magic of Broadway to Naples in this program of favorites from the Big 
Apple and beyond.
Tuesday-Friday, January 21-24, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Saturday, January 25, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes 
Hall

The Four C Notes
Take a trip down memory lane! Known as the Midwest’s premier tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four 
Seasons, The Four C Notes bring their strong tenor and falsetto voices to hits like Sherry, Big 
Girls Don’t Cry and much more.
Thursday, January 23, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Gulfshore Opera presents A Night in Vienna
Experience a glamorous evening filled with witty, delightful operetta excerpts featuring a quartet 
of nationally known vocalists as they perfectly capture the spirit of Vienna’s golden age. This 
evening of enchanting Austrian inspiration includes rousing selection of polkas, marches and 
waltzes.
Wednesday, January 29, 7pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Tchaikovsky’s Fate
Alexander Shelley, conductor Joshua Hopkins, baritone
L. Boulanger D’un soir triste
Jake Heggie Songs for Murdered Sisters
Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4
Thursday-Friday, January 30-31, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

FEBRUARY 2025
Michael Feinstein in Because of You, My Tribute to Tony Bennett featuring the Carnegie Hall Big 
Band
Michael Feinstein, vocalist Carnegie Hall Big Band
American singer, pianist and music revivalist Michael Feinstein returns to Hayes Hall for a 
heartfelt tribute to friend and legendary performer Tony Bennett. Supported by the Carnegie Hall 
Big Band, Feinstein brings Bennett’s iconic songs to life in a symphony of sound.
Saturday, February 1, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

The Bronx Wanderers
If you are a fan of the jukebox musical Jersey Boys, then you don’t want to miss The Bronx 
Wanderers. Join these Las Vegas headliners as they perform music from chart-topping rock ‘n’ roll 
artists of the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s.
Saturday, February 1, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Sunday, February 2, 5pm and 7:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Broadway: MAMMA MIA!
A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!
Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship and identity 
is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s 
quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the 
island they visited decades ago.

For nearly 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story 
and the music that make MAMMA MIA! The ultimate feel-good show.
Tuesday-Wednesday, February 4-5, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Thursday, February 6, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes 
Hall Friday, February 7, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Saturday, February 8, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Sunday, February 9, 2pm and 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Around Town Naples Philharmonic Alvin Ho, conductor
Forrest Johnston, trumpet
Program will be announced at a later date.
Thursday, February 6, 7:30pm ∙ First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs Friday, February 7, 4pm 
∙ United Church of Marco Island
Naples Philharmonic Pops: Other Worlds: The Best of Sci-Fi and Fantasy
Jack Everly, principal pops conductor Jonathan Frakes, special guest Naples Philharmonic Chorus
Jeremy T. Warner, director
Prepare for lift-off as Jack Everly, the Naples Philharmonic and the Naples Philharmonic Chorus are 
joined by Star Trek: The Next Generation’s Jonathan Frakes for an extraterrestrial journey through 
the music of classic sci-fi and fantasy cinema and television. Featuring music from Star Wars, Star 
Trek, E.T., Close Encounters of the Third Kind and 2001: A Space Odyssey, this otherworldly concert 
is sure to thrill and excite music fans of all ages.
Tuesday-Friday, February 11-14, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Saturday, February 15, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes 
Hall

A Conversation with Amor Towles
Amor Towles, author Elaine Newton, host
Elaine Newton hosts a conversation with The New York Times bestselling author Amor Towles (Rules of 
Civility, A Gentleman in Moscow, The Lincoln Highway) about his career and how he shapes his novels 
like a symphony—complete with different tones, multiple movements and crescendos.
Saturday, February 15, 10am ∙ Hayes Hall

Kashmir featuring Jean Violet
A whole lotta love for Led Zeppelin brought guitarist Frank Livingston to form Kashmir, Chicago’s 
premier Led Zeppelin tribute band. From the clothes and trademark poses to faithful recreations of 
Zeppelin’s signature sound, Kashmir meticulously performs the music the way its creators intended.
Saturday, February 15, 2025, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion Sunday, February 16, 2025, 5pm and 
7:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Miami City Ballet Naples Philharmonic Gary Sheldon, conductor
Balanchine/Gounod Walpurgisnacht (Faust) Tanowitz/Montgomery New Work by Pam Tanowitz 
Balanchine/Ravel La valse
Tuesday, February 18, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Piano Talks: The Great American Songbook
Jodie DeSalvo, piano Bennie DeSalvo, vocalist Frank DeSalvo, vocalist
It’s a musical family reunion as Jodie DeSalvo takes the stage with sons Frank and Bennie to 
perform a selection of their favorite music spanning the last five decades. Backed by a three- 
piece band, it’s a heartwarming and entertaining evening for all ages.
Thursday, February 20, 7pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Sublime Sibelius
Kevin John Edusei, conductor Yamen Saadi, violin
Sibelius Violin Concerto
Shostakovich Symphony No. 10
Friday-Saturday, February 21-22, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

The Drifters
Sing along to classics like Under the Boardwalk, This Magic Moment, Save the Last Dance for Me, 
Stand By Me and many more as The Drifters return for an evening of classic R&B and pop hits from 
the singing group’s three golden eras.
Friday-Saturday, February 21-22, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

An Evening with Isaac Mizrahi
Renowned designer, writer, host and vocalist Isaac Mizrahi and his trio perform a variety of music, 
ranging from Billie Eilish to Cole Porter. Mizrahi’s one-of-a-kind show also includes comedy and 
commentary to challenge the cultural status quo.
Sunday, February 23, 5pm and 7:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
An Evening with Paul Anka
With over 100 million albums sold, Paul Anka has the distinction of being the only artist in 
history to have a song on the Billboard charts in seven consecutive decades. Join the consummate 
showman as he returns to Hayes Hall for an invigorating night of nostalgia. Sunday, February 23, 
7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

A Conversation with James McBride
Elaine Newton hosts an evening with award-winning author, musician and screenwriter James McBride, 
whose landmark memoir, The Color of Water, spent over two years on The New York Times bestseller 
list. Hear him discuss his latest novel, The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, and more.
Tuesday, February 25, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Sypert Salon: Mozart’s Dissonance Quartet
Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic
ReichaHorn Quintet, Op. 106
Mozart String Quartet, K. 465, “Dissonance”
Tuesday and Sunday, February 25 and March 2, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

All That Jazz: Steve Wilson Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra Steve Wilson, saxophone
Wednesday, February 26, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

London Symphony Orchestra Antonio Pappano, Chief Conductor Janine Jansen, violin
Walker Sinfonia No. 5 Bernstein Serenade Walton Symphony No. 1
Thursday, February 27, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

London Symphony Orchestra Antonio Pappano, Chief Conductor Elgar Enigma Variations
Mahler Symphony No. 1
Friday, February 28, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
MARCH 2025

Neil Berg’s 116 Years of Broadway
Experience the century’s best Broadway moments in one unforgettable program as a cast of Broadway 
veterans takes on classics from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Stephen Sondheim and 
many others.
Saturday, March 1, 3pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Chris Ruggiero: Teenage Dreams and Magic Moments
Let singer Chris Ruggiero take you on a journey through the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll. With 
unique interpretations of favorite tunes from the ’60s and ’70s, Ruggiero offers audiences the 
chance to sing along to songs they know by heart.
Saturday, March 1, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Broadway: The Cher Show
Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has 
flat-out dominated popular culture—breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing 
and no one stand in her way.
The Cher Show is the Tony Award-winning musical of her story, and it’s packed with so much Cher 
that it takes three women to play her: the kid starting out, the glam pop star and the icon! 
Tuesday-Friday, March 4-7, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Saturday, March 8, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Around Town
Naples Philharmonic
Manuel López-Gómez, conductor Program will be announced at a later date.
Thursday, March 6, 7:30pm ∙ First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs Friday, March 7, 4pm ∙ 
United Church of Marco Island

JC Cole & Folsom ’68: A Johnny Cash Tribute
Johnny Cash’s 1968 album, At Folsom Prison, turned country music’s most infamous outlaw into a 
crossover superstar. Experience the Man in Black’s music the way it was meant to be 
played—powerfully, authentically and with a snarling attitude.
Tuesday, March 11, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Piano Talks: Panorama
Jodie DeSalvo, piano Liam Teague, steel pans
Jaden Teague-Nunez, steel pans and piano

Grammy-nominated steel pan virtuoso Liam Teague and his talented son team up with Jodie DeSalvo for 
a uniquely captivating performance. Expect a fusion of classical and pop favorites, all infused 
with the mesmerizing sounds of the steel pan.
Thursday, March 13, 7pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Ode to Joy
Alexander Shelley, conductor Naples Philharmonic Chorus Jeremy T. Warner, director
Mendelssohn Verleih uns Frieden (Grant Us Peace)
Anna Clyne Color Field
Beethoven Symphony No. 9, “Choral”
Thursday-Saturday, March 13-15, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Sypert Salon: Beethoven’s Ghost Trio Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Spohr Duo for Violin and 
Viola, Op. 13
Beethoven Piano Trio, Op. 70, No. 1, “Ghost”
Tuesday and Sunday, March 18 and 23, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Naples Philharmonic Pops: Hollywood Rocks
Stuart Chafetz, conductor Julie Reiber, vocalist Bryce Ryness, vocalist
Lights … camera … rock! For over half a century, rock music has found a permanent place on the 
silver screen. Rock on with the Naples Philharmonic, guest conductor Stuart Chafetz and two 
talented vocalists as they roll out a collection of rock classics that have powered big screen 
soundtracks and scores for decades.
Tuesday-Friday, March 18-21, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Saturday, March 22, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Artis—Naples and FGCU present Mississippi Delta Blues
Hear blues stars James “Super Chikan” Johnson and Anthony “Big A” Sherrod in this musical voyage 
through the Mississippi delta, where artists like Charley Patton, Son House, Robert Johnson and 
Mississippi John Hurt birthed the earliest forms of the blues.
Wednesday, March 19, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Sons of the Pioneers
Return with us now to the thrilling days of yesteryear with Grammy Award-winning Western music 
legends the Sons of the Pioneers. Hear Roy Rogers’ favorite singing cowboys perform their instantly 
recognizable hits including Home on the Range, Tumbling Tumbleweeds, Cool Water and Riders in the 
Sky.
Thursday, March 20, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Bachelors of Broadway
If you love three-part harmonies and the soaring melodies from stage and screen, you are sure to 
love this trio’s performance of songs from Broadway’s most famous productions, including Wicked, 
Jersey Boys, The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables and more.
Saturday, March 22, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Broadway: MJ
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled 
artistry comes to Artis—Naples in MJ, the multi-Tony Award-winning musical centered around the 
making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Created by Tony Award- winning director/choreographer 
Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular 
moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative 
spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. It’s thrilling sold-out crowds on 
Broadway, in cities across North America and in London’s West End … and now MJ is startin’ 
somethin’ as it makes its Artis—Naples debut. Tuesday-Friday, March 25-28, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Saturday, March 29, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Sunday, March 30, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

APRIL 2025
All That Jazz: Lucy Yeghiazaryan Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra Lucy Yeghiazaryan, vocalist
Wednesday, April 2, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Strauss and Storytelling
Alexander Shelley, conductor Gabriela Montero, piano
Strauss Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks
Prokofiev Piano Concerto No. 3 Mozart Symphony No. 31, “Paris” Strauss Suite from Der Rosenkavalier
Thursday-Friday, April 3-4, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Sweet Dreams – Mandy Barnett Sings Patsy Cline
One of the greatest interpreters of Patsy Cline’s music, stand-out Grand Ole Opry member Mandy 
Barnett starred as country music legend in the long-running musical, Always...Patsy Cline. In this 
special program, she sings classics from the 1960s and a selection of Cline’s songs. Saturday, 
April 5, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Broadway: Pretty Woman: The Musical
Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, Pretty Woman: The Musical 
springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award-winning director and 
choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray, Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde).
Pretty Woman: The Musical features an original score by Grammy winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance 
(Summer of ’69, Heaven), and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and 
screenwriter J.F. Lawton. Pretty Woman: The Musical will lift your spirits and light up your heart. 
“If you love the movie, you’ll love the musical! (BuzzFeed News).

Are you ready to fall in love all over again?
Wednesday, April 9, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Thursday, April 10, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Friday, 
April 11, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Saturday, April 12, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Sunday, April 13, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Celebrating Celine with Jenene Caramielo
Delivering a stunning tribute to the legendary Celine Dion, Jenene Caramielo’s breathtaking vocals 
bring to life the iconic songs of one of the greatest singers of our time, including new and 
classic hits like I Drove All Night, The Power of Love and Courage.
Wednesday, April 16, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion
Piano Talks: All Chopin
Jodie DeSalvo, piano
Prepare to be swept away by Jodie’s virtuosity as she tackles a demanding program of Chopin 
favorites. The evening features all 12 of the technically brilliant Opus 10 Études alongside his 
four deeply expressive Ballades.
Thursday, April 17, 7pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Naples Philharmonic Pops: Revolution: The Music of the Beatles – A Symphonic Experience
Jack Everly, principal pops conductor
Hear the Beatles’ music like never before as Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly and the Naples 
Philharmonic are joined by six top vocalists and musicians to take fans of the Fab Four on a 
symphonic journey from the Liverpool band’s early mop-top days to their long and winding road into 
psychedelia. Accompanied by hundreds of rare and unseen photos and stunning video and animation, 
Revolution is sure to take you on a magical mystery tour of the best of the Beatles.
Tuesday-Friday, April 15-18, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall Saturday, April 19, 2pm and 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

All That Jazz: Houston Person Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra Houston Person, saxophone
Wednesday, April 23, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Schubert The Great
Andreas Ottensamer, conductor Inon Barnatan, piano Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4
Schubert Symphony in C Major, “The Great”
Thursday and Saturday, April 24 and 26, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Wang Chamber Music: Barnatan and Ottensamer
Musicians of the Naples Philharmonic Inon Barnatan, piano
Andreas Ottensamer, clarinet
Bach/Rachmaninoff Suite from Violin Partita in E Major
Mendelssohn Rondo capriccioso, Op. 14
Stravinsky Suite Italienne
Beethoven Clarinet Trio, Op. 11, “Gassenhauer”
Sunday, April 27, 3pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

MAY 2025
Gulfshore Opera presents Lucia di Lammermoor
Naples Philharmonic Jorge Parodi, conductor
Donizetti’s bel canto masterpiece Lucia di Lammermoor is set in the feudal society of 17th- century 
political intrigue and family rivalry. This production tells a riveting tale of forbidden love, 
betrayal and madness, featuring virtuosic vocal feats. Lush sets and costumes provide a visually 
stunning interpretation of the classic opera.
Friday, May 2, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Complexions Contemporary Ballet
Naples Philharmonic
Experience the revolutionary dance force founded by Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson. Breaking 
the boundaries of style, culture and tradition, Complexions captivates and unites audiences around 
the globe through the transformative and universal language of movement.
Sunday, May 4, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Zachary Plays Barber
Hans Graf, conductor Zachary DePue, violin Bartók Hungarian Sketches Barber Violin Concerto
Bartók Concerto for Orchestra
Thursday-Friday, May 8-9, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall

All That Jazz: The Music of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn
Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra
Wednesday, May 14, 6pm and 8:30pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion

Naples Ballet presents Sleeping Beauty
Naples Philharmonic Alvin Ho, conductor
One of our favorite community partnerships returns as Naples Ballet and the Naples Philharmonic 
reunite to present the beloved tale of Sleeping Beauty. Witness the beloved fairytale unfold with 
graceful choreography and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
Thursday, May 15, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Side-by-Side
Naples Philharmonic
Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Manuel López-Gómez, conductor
The Naples Philharmonic and Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra join forces to present one of the 
most spectacular performances of the season. This concert features prizewinners of the youth 
orchestra’s Concerto Competition and culminates in a side-by-side performance of classical 
favorites!
Sunday, May 18, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Patriotic Pops
Naples Philharmonic
Manuel López-Gómez, conductor Naples Philharmonic Chorus Jeremy T. Warner, director
Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus Barbara Sletto, director
Celebrate the music of our nation as the Naples Philharmonic, Naples Philharmonic Chorus and Naples 
Philharmonic Youth Chorus salute our patriotic patrons, troops and veterans in this annual 
star-spangled spectacle. Featuring stirring choral crescendos and soaring orchestral arrangements 
from some of the most treasured works by prolific American composers, these special performances 
honor our nation’s musical heritage and all those who have sacrificed so much to ensure freedom 
endures.
Thursday-Friday, May 22-23, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
JUNE 2025

STOMP
Come see what the noise is all about! This inventive and invigorating banger of a show blends 
dance, music and theatrical performance with steady beats emanating from matchboxes and brooms to 
garbage cans and Zippo lighters.
Tuesday-Wednesday, June 3-4, 7:30pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Festival of Great Organ Music
Witness the full glory of the four-manual Casavant Frères organ in Hayes Hall as members of the 
American Guild of Organists return for the 30th annual Festival of Great Organ Music.
Don’t miss the chance to witness the performers showcase the ethereal beauty of this grand 
instrument.
Sunday, June 15, 3pm ∙ Hayes Hall
Lifelong Learning
Asian Art and History: Gems of Asia
Package of 8 ∙ Tuesdays at 10:30am ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space

January 7: Bradley Bailey, Ph.D., lecturer
From Hyderabad to Houston: The Nizam’s Sarpech

January 14: Yael Rice, Ph.D., lecturer
The Taj Mahal: From Mausoleum to Monument

January 21: Jason Sun, Ph.D., lecturer
Colors of the Universe: Chinese Hardstone Carvings

January 28: Vasudha Narayanan, Ph.D., lecturer
The Art and Narratives of Angkor

February 4: Two Short Films—
Mystery of the Hope Diamond and 10 Famous Asian Crowns and Their History
Chinese New Year Luncheon

February 11: Clarissa Von Spee, Ph.D., lecturer
When Salt Was Gold: Yangzhou—City of Riches and Art

February 18: Monika Bincsik, Ph.D., lecturer
The Gold and Silver World of Japanese Lacquer

February 25: Sherry Fowler, Ph.D., lecturer
Buddhist Bells and Dragon: Under and Over Water, In and Out of Japan
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Broadway Stories
Greg Brown, lecturer
Package of 2 ∙ Wednesdays at 10am ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center January 15: Sweet and Hot: 
The Enduring Legacy of the Jazz Age on Broadway March 19: POP-ular! An Exploration of the Jukebox 
Musical
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Classical Music and Our Natural World
Terry Wolkowicz, lecturer
Package of 2 ∙ Thursdays at 10am ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center January 23: Discovering the 
Artistry in Distribution: Musical and Biological February 13: Orchestrating a Balanced Ecosystem
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Critic’s Choice
Elaine Newton, lecturer
Package of 5 ∙ Thursdays at 10am ∙ Daniels Pavilion—OR—Saturdays at 10am ∙ Hayes Hall Elaine is 
busily reading the latest literary sensations and will announce her selections soon. Stay tuned for 
an announcement later this summer!
November 14 or 16
December 12 or 14
January 16 or 18
March 13 or 15
April 17 or 19

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Dance in America
Iris Fanger, Ph.D., lecturer
Package of 2 ∙ Thursdays at 10am ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center
February 6: Icons of 20th-Century Ballet
March 13: From Broadway to Hollywood: Films and the Concert Stage

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Four O’clock at the Movies
Elaine Newton, lecturer
Package of 4 ∙ Mondays—OR—Tuesdays at 4pm ∙ Daniels Pavilion Films to be discussed will be 
announced throughout the season. December 2 or 3
January 27 or 28
February 10 or 11
March 31 or April 1

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Hooray for Hollywood
Rick Harris, lecturer
Package of 6 ∙ Fridays and Mondays at 10am ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center

January 10: The Movies of William Wyler, Part 1 January 13: The Movies of William Wyler, Part 2 
February 21: Film Noir, Part 1
February 24: Film Noir, Part 2
March 21: British Films After the War, Part 1
March 24: British Films After the War, Part 2

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Jazz History
Charles Bergeron, Ph.D., lecturer
Package of 3 ∙ Fridays at 10am ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space
January 17: Happy 100th! February 7: The Blues March 14: Hollywood Swings

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The Language of Film
Andrew J. Douglas, Ph.D., lecturer
Package of 2 ∙ 10am ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Friday, February 14: Psycho
Monday, February 17: Storyboarding the American Dream: Jews and the History of Hollywood
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Music and Art: Composer Conversations
Tom Cimarusti, Ph.D., lecturer
Package of 2 ∙ 10am ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center
February 19: Musical Riots – Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring
March 12: A Musical Einstein – J.S. Bach and the Art of Counterpoint
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On Music
Fred Plotkin, lecturer
Package of 2 ∙ 10am ∙ Rowe Performance and Learning Center
Wednesday, February 26: The Road to Utopia: The Creation and Legacy of Beethoven’s
Ninth Symphony
Thursday, February 27: Musical Paris in the Early 20th Century: Gershwin, Ravel, Stravinsky and 
Others

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Rock & Roll History
Charles Bergeron, Ph.D., lecturer
Package of 3 ∙ Fridays at 10am ∙ Ubben Signature Event Space
January 24: The Beatles II February 28: Fusion March 28: Michael Jackson

Free Events
All free concerts, including performances during Community Day, require tickets. Please call patron 
services at 239-597-1900 for more information.

Naples Philharmonic
Free Chamber Concerts in the Community Fall 2024 Concerts:

Thursday, September 5, 2pm: Naples Regional Library* Thursday, September 5, 4pm: South Regional 
Library* Friday, September 6, 2pm: Naples United Church of Christ Friday, September 6, 7pm: Norris 
Center
Sunday, September 8, 7pm: Artis—Naples, Ubben Signature Event Space
Tuesday, September 10, 4pm: Headquarters Library* Tuesday, September 10, 7pm: Vanderbilt 
Presbyterian Church Wednesday, September 11, 7pm: Trinity-by-the-Cove
Spring 2025 Concerts:
Wednesday, May 28, 4pm: Headquarters Library Wednesday, May 28, 7pm: Trinity-by-the-Cove Thursday, 
May 29, 2pm: Naples Regional Library* Thursday, May 29, 4pm: South Regional Library* Thursday, May 
29, 7pm: Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church Friday, May 30, 2pm: Naples United Church of Christ Friday, 
May 30, 7pm: Norris Center
Saturday, May 31, 7pm: Artis—Naples, Ubben Signature Event Space
*Tickets for library performances must be reserved through Collier County Libraries.
Free Community Days
Explore Artis—Naples with music, art and activities for the whole family!
Saturday, November 2, noon-4pm Saturday, May 10, noon-4pm

Art After Horus
Enjoy free admission to The Baker Museum on the last Wednesday of each month from 6-9pm. Local 
musicians offer musical entertainment and audiences of all ages are welcome to view museum 
exhibitions and galleries.
August 28
September 25
October 30
November 27
December 18
January 29
February 26
March 26
April 30
May 28
June 25
July 30

Naples Philharmonic Pro-Am
Naples Philharmonic Alvin Ho, conductor
Talented amateur musicians from the community join the Naples Philharmonic onstage in Hayes Hall 
for an afternoon of rehearsals and social time culminating in an evening performance of great 
orchestral repertoire.
Open rehearsal and performance: Sunday, June 1, 7pm ∙ Hayes Hall

Master Classes
Artis—Naples is pleased to present unparalleled learning opportunities to musicians of the Naples 
Philharmonic Youth Orchestra from our talented visiting artists. Each season, these free events 
pair students with professional musicians from around the globe.
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ARTIS—NAPLES
Home of The Baker Museum and the Naples Philharmonic, Artis—Naples is unique among cultural 
institutions nationwide, equally dedicated to both the visual and performing arts featuring artists 
of global distinction.

KIMBERLY K. QUERREY and LOUIS A. SIMPSON CULTURAL CAMPUS
Led by CEO and President Kathleen van Bergen and Sharon and Timothy Ubben Artistic and Music 
Director Alexander Shelley, Artis—Naples offers more than 800 paid and free events annually across 
its 8.5-acre Kimberly K. Querrey and Louis A. Simpson Cultural Campus.
Artis—Naples welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year for a broad array of artistic and 
educational opportunities perfect for audiences of all backgrounds and interests. The cultural 
campus is home to five buildings, including two performance halls (Frances Pew Hayes Hall and Myra 
J. Daniels Pavilion), The Baker Museum, the Toni Stabile Education Building and the Kohan 
Administration Building.

NAPLES PHILHARMONIC
The Naples Philharmonic has long been recognized as one of the cornerstones of Southwest Florida’s 
arts community. As part of Artis—Naples, the Naples Philharmonic performs more than 140 orchestral 
and chamber music concerts, as well as opera and ballet, education, community and special event 
concerts annually between September and June in the 1,477-seat Hayes Hall, the 283-seat Daniels 
Pavilion and around Southwest Florida. The Naples Philharmonic has enjoyed a history of working 
with world-class music directors. Following a successful designate year in 2023-24, Alexander 
Shelley begins his new role as artistic and music director in the 2024-25 season. Renowned 
violinist James Ehnes continues as artistic partner through the 2024-25 season, working with Naples 
Philharmonic musicians in a variety of settings with a focus on inspiring and embodying a high 
level of artistry. Podium leadership also includes Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly, 
celebrating 15 years in this role in the 2024-25 season and bringing pops performances that 
celebrate music across genres.

THE BAKER MUSEUM
The Baker Museum is the foremost fine art museum in Southwest Florida, presenting an ambitious 
slate of exhibitions annually to complement installations of works from its
permanent collection. Comprising more than 4,000 objects, the museum’s broad holdings of 20th- and 
21st-century art reflect particular strengths in modern art of the United States and Mexico. The 
Baker Museum's collections reflect the generosity and commitment of area collectors, including 
significant gifts from the collection of the late Olga Hirshhorn.

With more than two decades of collecting and exhibiting, the museum is committed to the stewardship 
and scholarship of its collections and to fostering inspiring and transformative experiences with 
the visual arts. At the same time, The Baker Museum partners with the world’s leading arts 
institutions to make extraordinary exhibitions accessible to the Southwest Florida 
community—including recently the National Portrait Gallery, London and the Helen Frankenthaler 
Foundation. In 2020, Artis—Naples celebrated the renovation and expansion of The Baker Museum and 
adjoining Norris Garden, designed by Weiss/Manfredi Architecture/Landscape/Urbanism, which created 
new spaces for multidisciplinary exploration and social interaction.

EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY
In addition to creating and presenting visual and performing arts, Artis—Naples provides robust 
education and community activities for students of all ages in Collier and Lee counties. Each 
season, thousands of Collier County Public School students interact with Artis—Naples education 
programming, both on our cultural campus and in their classrooms. Beyond our commitment to youth 
education, the Lifelong Learning program provides informative lectures and study opportunities for 
adults seeking to engage more deeply with the arts.

The Friends of Artis—Naples, comprised of more than 3,500 donor households, offers activities, 
travel experiences and events designed to foster a deeper relationship between patrons and the 
arts.
In 2017, Artis—Naples acquired the Naples International Film Festival (NIFF), expanding its
film offerings and providing a platform for the festival’s continued excellence and growth. In
2023, the festival’s 15th anniversary year, NIFF was named one of MovieMaker Magazine’s “20
Great Film Festivals in Vacation Destinations.”