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Opening Nights at Florida State University will commence public ticket sales for its 2025-2026 season, themed “Opening Minds,” on Friday, Aug. 7. This season showcases artists, intellectuals, and performers.
“Under the ‘Opening Minds’ banner, we’re encouraging the community to engage with performances that defy conventions and spark discussions,” stated Kevin Maynard, executive director of Opening Nights. “Each event in this season has been curated with intentionality, and we are thrilled to present it to you.”
Featuring renowned figures such as Jeff Goldblum and James Patterson alongside innovative groups and emerging talents, this season guarantees exceptional experiences that will captivate, motivate, and unite attendees throughout Tallahassee.
To acquire tickets, please visit my.openingnights.fsu.edu/ or call (850) 644-7670.
The complete roster of artists for this season features:
Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra
7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, at the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall
Jeff Goldblum established the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra three decades ago. Since then, he and his ensemble have charmed audiences across the United States and around the globe with contemporary interpretations of classic jazz and American Songbook favorites.
James Patterson & Patrick Leddin
2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, at the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall
Our environment is continuously transforming, and the capacity to welcome the upheaval that comes with change can be crucial for unlocking new potentials and fostering personal development. This is the foundation of “Disrupt Everything,” a new publication by esteemed authors James Patterson and Patrick Leddin. Every participant will receive a signed edition of the book.
Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience: Featuring the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra
7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3, at the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall
Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience is a profound journey through the essence of the Mississippi Delta, the birthplace of blues music. Led by the iconic voice of Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman, this engaging musical presentation merges the raw, emotional depth of traditional Delta blues with the opulence of a symphony orchestra, crafting a soundscape that is both rich in history and wide-ranging.
Kendell Marvel
7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Opperman Music Hall
Kendell Marvel is a Grammy-awarded songwriter and vibrant vocalist whose compelling mix of outlaw country and Southern rock has distinguished him in Nashville and beyond. Hailing from southern Illinois, Marvel began performing in bars at the age of 10 and crafted his first significant hit, Gary Allan’s “Right Where I Need to Be,” on his very first day in Nashville.
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