The homecoming performance featuring the Gipsy Kings and the Maharajah Flamenco Trio was a tremendous success! On October 20th, over 2,200 people gathered at the Adderley Amphitheater to experience the legendary flamenco/pop musicians. “I just want to say the Gipsy Kings concert Friday night was the best managed event I ever attended,” said community member […]

Opening Nights In Class is thrilled to provide impactful educational experiences for students by fostering enriching collaborations like the one between GRAMMY nominated Bluegrass group Della Mae and the students of Gretchen Everhart School. In fact, the artists spent the day working with these students prior to taking the stage at Goodwood Museum and Gardens […]

The Maharajah Flamenco Trio, a group of three talented alumni from Florida State University’s College of Music, are set to kick off the exciting 75th-anniversary homecoming weekend by opening for the Gypsy Kings during their performance at Adderley Amphitheater on October 20th. The Maharajah Flamenco Trio is a unique nuevo flamenco group that fuses the […]

In the world of contemporary dance, there are artists who push boundaries, challenge conventions, and create awe-inspiring performances that leave audiences spellbound. Adele Myers, an alumna of Florida State University, is one such visionary. Her journey through the realm of dance has been nothing short of remarkable, and her latest production, T.W.I.S.T., is a testament […]

In collaboration with the Challenger Learning Center, we will be hosting a special screening of the film “Dark Universe” on November 9th in preparation for Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson’s speaker event in January. “Dark Universe” is a full-dome planetarium show narrated by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. At its core, “Dark Universe” is an exploration of […]

As part of the Opening Nights Educational Outreach Program, Lincoln High School hosted guitar students from Leon High School, Raa Middle School, and Swift Creek Middle School for an in-school performance by International Guitar Night, a professional group of four guitarists playing a variety of musical styles. The four guitarists performed to an enthusiastic audience […]

After a great season, Opening Nights was able to celebrate our incredible volunteers with our annual Volunteer Celebration. Hosted in Dodd Hall’s FSU Heritage Museum, the Opening Night’s ushers gathered for a catered dinner and social hour. They were also presented with superlatives to commemorate their hard work. “We are so grateful for our volunteers […]

Opening Nights at Florida State University will present two iconic singer-songwriters with illustrious careers spanning decades to open the 2023-2024 season. Artists Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin will perform at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 1, 2023, in the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall. This announcement is one of two performances Opening Nights has revealed in advance […]