Call

BRIGHT STAR
Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT

poster for event poster for event

You've selected

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT
Change Date

×

Hope Shines Bright - Experience the Soulful Power of Bright Star

From Grammy Award winners Steve Martin and Edie Brickell comes Bright Star—a sweeping, bluegrass-infused musical filled with heart, healing, and the beauty of second chances. Set against the backdrop of the American South, this uplifting story follows Alice Murphy, a literary editor whose encounter with a young soldier returning from World War II stirs memories of a secret from her past… and sets her on a journey of redemption.

With a rich original score of toe-tapping rhythms and hauntingly beautiful ballads, Bright Star is more than a musical—it’s an emotional experience that celebrates love, family, and the enduring hope of reconciliation.

What makes this production truly shine is our extraordinary cast of volunteer performers, who give their time and soul to bring this deeply personal story to life. Your ticket supports their dedication and your applause gives meaning to their work—reminding every performer on stage that their story matters.

Come be part of an evening that will lift your spirits and leave your heart glowing. Seats are limited—don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of music, memory, and the light that lives in us all.

Bright Star is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americans, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.thearticalrights.com

Venue

Stone Hall
502 Third Avenue West
Bradenton FL 34205


Select the section you wish to sit in.


step three Keep seats together or can they be separated?

Change Date

Ticket Office
CALL NOW

You may purchase tickets by phone, in person at the Ticket Office or online.


30 minutes before curtain
on performance days

Manatee Performing
Arts Center
The Manatee Players, Inc.
502 Third Avenue West,
Bradenton, FL 34205
Administrative Offices
941-749-1111
10 AM - 5 PM | Mon - Fri

Subscribe to our email newsletter to stay up to date with the latest shows!

By signing up for our newsletter you are granting the Manatee Performing Arts Center permission to email you. You can revoke permission at any time using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. We take your privacy seriously (to see for yourself, please read the Email Privacy Policy). Emails are serviced by Constant Contact.

Terms of Use Privacy Policy

Florida Cultural Group, Inc.• FLCulturalGroup.org Corporate Office • 502 Third Avenue W • Bradenton, FL 34205 • (941) 749-1111 The Florida Cultural Group, Inc. fka, The Manatee Players, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization registered with the IRS (Federal Tax Identification 59-1196043) and the state of Florida (CH-1487538), does not engage in professional solicitors. 100% of contributions received are used to fulfill the organization’s mission. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL FREE WITHIN THE STATE (1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352)) or OUT OF STATE (850) 410-3800 OR BY VISITING FRESHFROMFLORIDA.COM. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Please write to us if you wish to have your name removed from the list to receive fundraising requests supporting the Florida Cultural Group, Inc. in the future.Please remember us in your will and trusts. © Florida Cultural Group, Inc. (SC# 1487538)