Stagecrafters to Perform Musical Comedy “Sister Act” in Fort Walton Beach
Stagecrafters Community Theatre will stage the musical comedy Sister Act at the Fort Walton Beach Civic Auditorium on November 7–9 and 14–16. The production, based on the 1992 film, features music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Glenn Slater. Tickets are $30 and available online or at the door.
Northwest Florida Ballet Académie Opens Auditions for 2025-2026 School Year
Northwest Florida Ballet is holding auditions for its tuition-free Académie program for incoming 3rd and 4th grade students, with registration open through April 24 for tryouts on April 26–27 in Fort Walton Beach.
South Walton Filmmakers Highlight Regional Biodiversity at Florida Film Festival Panel
A conservation-themed panel at the Florida Film Festival spotlighted The Paper Bear, an animated film set in Walton County, exploring how storytelling can promote environmental preservation.
Niceville High Big Band Scores Top Marks in First State Jazz MPA Since 1998
Niceville High School’s Big Band received top ratings at the State Jazz MPA in Tallahassee, marking their return to the state event for the first time in nearly three decades.
Northwest Florida State College Hosts 2025 Arnie Hart Exhibition
Northwest Florida State College’s Mattie Kelly Arts Center will host the 2025 Arnie Hart Juried Student and Faculty Exhibition, featuring 75 selected student artworks, with an opening reception and awards ceremony on April 10 in Niceville.
NHS Theatre Presents “Hello, Dolly!”
Niceville High School Theatre Department will present the Broadway musical Hello, Dolly! this May, featuring a talented cast, professional choreography and vocal direction, and high production values that have set the program apart in Okaloosa County.
Niceville Student Performs at Carnegie Hall, Advances to National Music Competition
Andrew Roberts, a Niceville High School senior, performed at Carnegie Hall for the second time and will compete as a national finalist in the MTNA Senior Brass Competition.
Emerald Coast Quilt Show Returns to Fort Walton Beach in March
The Flying Needles Quilt Guild of Niceville is hosting the Emerald Coast Quilt Show on March 7-8, 2025, at the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds, featuring quilt displays, vendors, a Quilts of Valor presentation to support veterans, and community service projects.
Dance Facets to Showcase NWFSC Talent in Annual Performance
The NWFSC Dance Department will present its annual Dance Facets showcase on April 25-26, featuring a mix of student, faculty, and guest choreography in multiple dance styles.
Emerald Coast Chamber Music Festival Announces Free Admission for 5th Season
The Emerald Coast Chamber Music Festival is celebrating its fifth season with a lineup of classical concerts from May 17 to June 1, 2025, in Niceville, FL. All concert tickets will be free, while masterclasses remain paid. The festival will feature internationally acclaimed musicians and student performances.
