Get ready for an afternoon of brilliant musical theater, sharp wit, and fast-paced fun right here in Vero Beach. The highly acclaimed Space Coast Symphony Orchestra is bringing its latest production, Gilbert & Sullivan Unbuttoned, to the Treasure Coast this September. Whether you are a lifelong fan of classical satire or simply looking for an engaging weekend activity in Indian River County, this performance promises to deliver a delightful cultural experience.
The orchestra will offer two chances to catch this whirlwind performance over the weekend:
- Friday, September 19, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. – Eau Gallie High School Performing Arts Building, 1400 Commodore Boulevard, Melbourne, Florida.
- Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. – The Emerson Center, 1590 27th Avenue, Vero Beach, Florida.
This glittering, topsy-turvy show features a sparkling assortment of beloved favorites. Audiences will be treated to selections from classic works including The Mikado, The Pirates of Penzance, H.M.S. Pinafore, Patience, Iolanthe, The Yeomen of the Guard, and The Gondoliers.
The production boasts a nimble cast of accomplished guest artists serving as both soloists and the chorus. The impressive vocal lineup includes Mary Anne Kruger, Kate Stenzel-Whitworth, Samantha W. Petersen, Sarah Purser, Kit Cleto, Bryan Hayes, Andrew LeJeune, and Stephen Mumbert. Together, they will guide the audience through breathless patter songs like “I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General” and beautifully noble sentiments such as “He Is an Englishman.”
Adding a touch of classical elegance to the cheerful mischief, guest trumpeter Robert Chambers will also join the festivities to perform Hummel’s Trumpet Concerto in E major, a dazzling showpiece of musical agility.
The Space Coast Symphony Orchestra presents “Gilbert & Sullivan Unbuttoned,” an energetic and satirical musical showcase featuring selections from classic operettas, alongside Hummel’s Trumpet Concerto in E major, with a special Sunday afternoon performance at Vero Beach’s Emerson Center.
If you are planning to attend, securing your seats in advance is highly recommended. General admission tickets are priced at $35 in advance and can be purchased online through the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra website, by phone at 855-252-7276, or in person at any Marine Bank & Trust location. Tickets will also be available at the door for $40.
In a wonderful commitment to making the arts accessible to the community, the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra offers free admission for all attendees aged 18 and under, as well as for college students presenting a valid student ID. Discounted tickets are also available through the organization’s Symphony for Everyone program, ensuring that everyone in Vero Beach has the opportunity to enjoy this magnificent musical delight. Season 18 All Access Pass and Flex Ticket holders can use their passes for this concert without needing to call ahead.
