WGCU Events
THE DOO WOP PROJECT presented by the Gulf Coast Symphony. At the Hop! is the Doo Wop Project’s symphonic love letter to that indelible show and the iconic songs heard on that show. Songs from Bobby Rydell, Frankie Avalon, Fabian, Smokey Robinson, and more!
$100
Join WGCU for an exclusive evening with All Things Considered Host Mary Louise Kelly Event Details: 4:30 to 5:30 PM – Private Meet and Greet (Limited Availability) 6:00 to 7:30 PM – Main Event Mary Louise Kelly is a globally recognized journalist, having reported from North Korea, Iran, Afghanistan, and beyond. A Harvard lecturer, a …
$150
The comedian and former host of The Tonight Show will perform stand-up comedy Thursday, Feb. 6, at Hertz Arena for Jay Leno Charity Comedy Night. Southwest Florida's popular Ben Allen Band opens the show.
$150
Bridging the gap between rock n’ roll and classical music, Gulf Coast Symphony performs The Music of Queen. The conductor takes the podium to present Windbourne's The Music of Queen, a program scored to extend the listening experience of Queen’s exceptional tunes.
$100
Virtual wine tasting event led virtually over Zoom with Rick Steves and a Sommelier ▪ Event ticket includes:- 120 minutes of wine education and Q&A- Wine kit can accommodate (2) 21+ adults: 6 mini bottles of wine (187ml) that will be shipped directly to attendee’s door.
$150
Recorded for PBS by the Gulf Coast Symphony in 2021, Trinity: Classically Irish returns for an unforgettable evening of Irish music. This talented trio brings fresh arrangements to cherished classics, showcasing their global performance experience. Enjoy timeless favorites like "Red is the Rose," "Danny Boy," "The Parting Glass," "The Rocky Road to Dublin," and more.
$100 – $130
Brit Floyd returns in 2025 with their most ambitious production yet, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s legendary album 'Wish You Were Here'. Experience a breathtaking laser and light show, the iconic circular screen, inflatables, and theatrical effects that bring this classic to life. Released in 1975, 'Wish You Were Here' is hailed as one of the greatest albums of all time, featuring beloved tracks like “Shine On You Crazy Diamond,” “Welcome to the Machine,” “Have a Cigar,” and the unforgettable title song.
$100 – $150
CELLO Reinvented
Since that fateful moment when he decided to create a new musical experience out of the long and established traditions of classical, pop and rock music, HAUSER has been playing arena concerts all over the world and defying the conventions of the established music business. His iconic rendition of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal,” the vehicle that launched him as an internet sensation and established him as the founding member of the duo 2Cellos, has not only captured the hearts and minds of millions but, more importantly, has cemented HAUSER as one of the world’s most important twenty-first century instrumentalists.
$110