America 250: Rhapsody in Blue at Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater – St Petersburg, FL

Get your tickets to see America 250: Rhapsody in Blue in St Petersburg, FL. Happening on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater. Doors open at 8:00 PM.

Michael Chertock, piano A spectacular celebration of America?s 250th birthday, where the rich tapestry of the nation?s history and culture come to life through music. Anchored by Gershwin?s iconic Rhapsody in Blue, this heartfelt salute to veterans and the American spirit features Copland?s Lincoln Portrait, Barber?s Adagio for Strings, timeless jazz by Duke Ellington and more, with a rousing patriotic finale.

This is an accessible venue.

Go Mobile: Your phone is your ticket. Locate your tickets in your Ticketmaster account or in the Ticketmaster app. Screenshots and print outs will not be accepted. There is a ticket limit of ten (10). All orders exceeding this limit will be cancelled without notice. Members of Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts may order tickets by phone! To reserve Member Seating, or to learn more about the perks of Membership including preshow lounge access, reduced fees, preferred seating, special events & more, call (727) 300-2000. The Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater has accessible seating located in Row 20 of Orchestra Sections One and Three. Boxes 12-29 are also wheelchair and scooter accessible. If you have questions regarding accessible seating, please call our Box Office at (727) 892-5721.

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