Mission :
The Center for the Arts of Bonita Springs is committed to enrich the culture of our diverse community by providing opportunities for artistic expression, education and appreciation in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Vision:
Our vision is fulfilled through programs in the visual and performing arts. Art builds bridges between communities, generations and nationalities. It serves as a common denominator among all economic groups and stimulates local economies. By instilling individuals with a feeling of self-worth and confidence, art encourages positive attitudes and helps people cope with change. Art can be therapeutic. It opens people's minds to new possibilities and their hearts to new understanding. A catalyst for friendships, art provides a foundation for shared experience.
From crystal clear, reflective rivulets to green, tumultuous ocean waves - water is an essential and pervasive aspect of life. The preservation of clean water, waterways, and seas is and always will be of tremendous importance, hence the declaration…
Read More »What can an artist say by removing the impact of color from their process of creation? Emphasis is placed on texture, line, and composition as the foundations of a powerful image or sculpture limited to greyscale. For this exhibition, artists are…
Read More »Music is the inspiration for my art. It begins by selecting music for the piece, and laying out the medium before me. The emotion of the music will choose the palette, along with an assortment of tools. The process is very private, exhilarating, yet…
Read More »Unleash Your Inner Artist: Join the Adults Summer Camps at Arts Bonita! Adult Dance Adult Ballet Tuesday, Sep 10 - Oct 1 | 10:00 AM Elevate your grace and technique in our Beginning/Intermediate Adult Ballet class! Designed for those with little…
Read More »We are thrilled to invite you to experience the incredible talents of our Resident Artists at Arts Bonita! Our Artist Residency Program is designed to provide artists with a nurturing and supportive environment to explore, create, and showcase their…
Read More »Get ready for an unforgettable season at Arts Bonita, packed with incredible performances spanning every genre. From timeless rock to soulful jazz, from heart-pounding blues to toe-tapping bluegrass, there’s something for everyone. SEASON…
Read More »Get ready for an unforgettable season at Arts Bonita! This year, we are thrilled to present a stellar lineup of performances that span a diverse array of genres. From rock to jazz, bluegrass to blues, there's something for everyone! Featured Bands …
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this months exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Mini Workshops Medium Paint Fluid Art: Puddle Swipe Dip/Reverse Dip Balloon Smash July 27 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Fluid art is a…
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this months exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Mini Workshops in July Fluid Art Diptych July 17 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Join us in this exciting class where we create a diptych, which…
Read More »We are delighted to announce Marissa Jankowski as our new Dance Director. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Marissa brings extensive experience and passion for dance to our community. Marissa began dancing at age 2, mastering Jazz,…
Read More »Gift Store - Remodeled and Reimagined! Arts Bonita's recent update and remodel have not only revitalized the space but have also introduced an exciting platform for regional talent to shine. The revamped gift store now proudly features some of the…
Read More »We're thrilled to announce new volunteer opportunities at Arts Bonita, and we'd love for you to be a part of it! From youth dance recitals to captivating musicals like "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," blues concerts, art…
Read More »Upcoming Auditions! Adult Theatre Casting Call: Spring Awakening About the Production: Join us for an electrifying rendition of "Spring Awakening," a dynamic exploration of youth, love, and rebellion set in 19th-century Germany. Fusing…
Read More »Exhibition Selected Works of Ramon Chirinos Opening Reception: Thursday, February 22, 6-8pm at the Performing Arts Center Ramon Chirinós is known internationally for his expressive abstract paintings inspired by the colors…
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this week's exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Master Artist Workshop Special Offer for Master Workshops! Join us for our upcoming master workshops at Arts Bonita! For a limited…
Read More »Exhibition Selected Works of Ramon Chirinos Opening Reception: Thursday, February 22, 6-8pm at the Performing Arts Center Ramon Chirinós is known internationally for his expressive abstract paintings inspired by the colors…
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this week's exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Live Performances! February 3 | 7:30PM Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road Nicole Henry has established herself among…
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this week's exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Live Performances! February 2 | 7:30PM Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road We are thrilled to announce an…
Read More »Adult Theatre Classes Vibing Verse: A Slam Poetry Class Thursdays, January 18 - February 22, 2024 Discover the power of spoken word poetry in Vibing Verse. Unleash your creativity, develop your unique voice, and master the art of slam…
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this week's exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Film as Fine Art Frank Oz’s Little Shop of Horrors DIRECTOR’S CUT January 22, 7:00PM | Moe Auditorium & Film Center…
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this week's exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Live Performances! Tuesday, January 30 - 12pm & 7pm Performing Arts Center, 10150 Bonita Beach Road Presented in partnership…
Read More »Multi Week Classes Just Announced! Megan Deselms: Introduction to Pointed Pen Calligraphy January 15 - February 5 In this 4-session course, students will first learn about the history of pointed pen calligraphy, and be…
Read More »A history of 57 Quality Festivals in Bonita Springs, Florida, The Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs presents three fine arts / fine crafts festivals each year. Rated one of the top Fine Art Festivals in the USA Juried events. Artists selected…
Read More »WOOLEY DUTTON: Colorful Portraits January 16 - 18 | Center for Performing Arts This workshop offers a wonderful journey discovering Wooley’s amazing effects in her portrait process. Take a painterly approach to portraits (of an individual or…
Read More »WOOLEY DUTTON: Colorful Portraits January 16 - 18 | Center for Performing Arts This workshop offers a wonderful journey discovering Wooley’s amazing effects in her portrait process. Take a painterly approach to portraits (of an individual or…
Read More »Master Artist Workshop DAVID R. SMITH: Fresh & Exciting Watercolors Join David on a Watercolor Journey, learning the most valuable watercolor concepts and techniques. This workshop will save you countless hours of trial and error by…
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this week's exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Live Performances! Performing Arts Center, Moe Auditorium 10150 Bonita Beach Road Rose Max and Ramatis, hailing from…
Read More »Master Artist Workshop WOOLEY DUTTON: Colorful Portraits January 16 - 18 | Center for Performing Arts This workshop offers a wonderful journey discovering Wooley’s amazing effects in her portrait process. Take a painterly approach to…
Read More »Volunteer The upcoming year is full of wonderful community and special events, great lectures and interesting exhibitions. Now is your chance to experience these and other activities from the inside. Volunteer at Bonita Springs National Art…
Read More »DAVID R. SMITH: Fresh & Exciting Watercolors Join David on a Watercolor Journey, learning the most valuable watercolor concepts and techniques. This workshop will save you countless hours of trial and error by demonstrating approaches in an…
Read More »Upcoming Adult Theatre Classes Exploring the Artist's Way Thursdays, January 11 - April 4, 2024 (No Class March 14) 7-8:30pm Discover your Creative Self in this inspiring and dynamic course that helps individuals discover and develop their…
Read More »Live Performances! Get ready to experience an unforgettable night of jazz mastery as Arts Bonita proudly presents the phenomenal Jason Marsalis. Jason Marsalis brings a fire in his heart and an unwavering passion for music that is bound to…
Read More »Make Arts Bonita a part of your holiday season Celebrate the magic of the holidays with festive concerts and activities at Arts Bonita. Explore Upcoming Holiday Performances Actors Theatre A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play …
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this week's exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Live Performances! The show promises to be a vibrant journey through the soul-stirring rhythms and melodies that define Latin music.…
Read More »Step into the vibrant world of art, music, and culture as we unveil this week's exciting lineup at Arts Bonita. Mini Workshops TAMMY DECARO: Dutch Pour Technique November 14 | 9:00AM This workshop will teach three methods of the Dutch Pour…
Read More »Get ready to experience an unforgettable night of soulful blues with 3-Time Blues Music Award Nominee, Dave Keller Dave Keller is no ordinary musician. Known as a "magnificent soul singer" by Elmore Magazine and celebrated as a "songwriting genius"…
Read More »CELEBRATE UPCOMING VETERANS DAY WITH US Veterans and First responders get 50% off tickets Use code VETERAN at the checkout The critically acclaimed South Florida Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Chuck Bergeron, will present an evening of…
Read More »Resident Artist– Dr. Zachary Bartholomew Spooktacular Halloween Concert Dr. Zachary Bartholomew and FGCU Director of Jazz Studies Brandon Robertson host a concert of Halloween-inspired music during a ghoulish night of music, costumes,…
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Read More »Bulletproof BACKPACK An award-winning contemporary play featuring some of the best young artists in SWFL. This gripping story explores the effects of an often unmentioned aspect of American culture—school students living under the constant…
Read More »Arts Bonita Youth Theatre Production: Bulletproof Backpack Directed by Kody C. Jones Written by Eric Coble Friday-Sunday, July 21-23 A powerful, contemporary play featuring some of the best young artists in SWFL. This gripping story explores the…
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Read More »This Friday, July 7, from 6-8pm you are invited to a campus-wide open house and exhibition opening reception at the Visual Arts Center on Old 41 Road. Join us as we celebrate two exciting new exhibitions: Sweet Land of Liberty and On Safari with…
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Read More »Donna the Buffalo is Coming to Bonita! Don't miss the Upstate New York roots jam band that plays a mash-up of country, rock ‘n’ roll, zydeco, and reggae. Their special stage presence and groovy tunes have the power to get us all dancing…
Read More »2023 International 7th Annual Stage It! Ten-minute Play Festival Enjoy an evening full of the best short plays selected by an international panel of judges at the 7th annual Stage It! Ten-minute Play Festival. And don't forget to vote for your…
Read More »Alyona Ushe Appointed Executive Director Dear Valued Patron, After an extensive executive search process, led by a team of experts from Arts Consulting Group and a committee of our Board members, the Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs are pleased…
Read More »All summer long we're hosting incredible concerts and live performances you don't want to miss... FRIDAY, APRIL 28: Electric Violinist Doug Cameron & Family SATURDAY, MAY 6: JAZZ with The Brandon Robertson Quartet SATURDAY, APRIL 29: …
Read More »Stephen Johnson: Metamorphosis April 21-June 14 Center for Performing Arts This exhibition features selected works by late artist and educator Stephen Johnson who was known for his mixed-media collage paintings that evoke diagrams of the…
Read More »Please join us Friday, 6-8pm, for a campus-wide open house at the Visual Arts Center on Old 41 Road. View two exciting new exhibitions: Female Focus and the Art of Betty Harper, enjoy lively disco and island music by Maria, a Gloria Estafan tribute…
Read More »CFABS College Tuition Scholarship Program Please make a donation today and help local high school art students achieve their college dreams! May brings the High School Student Showcase Exhibition—a tradition of celebrating our local High…
Read More »THIS WEEKEND! Bonita Springs National ART FESTIVAL MARCH 4 & 5 Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm Riverside Park, Downtown Bonita Springs Don't miss the final art festival of the season, this weekend in beautiful Riverside Park. Meet…
Read More »Spring Break Camps at CFABS! We welcome kids ages 4 and up to our innovative Spring Break Camp Program, which includes projects and activities in Art, Theatre, Film, Music, Cooking, and more. There’s something new to do or create at the…
Read More »February 11 & 12 Saturday & Sunday,10am-5pm Riverside Park Downtown Bonita Springs Don't miss the top-rated art festival this weekend in beautiful Riverside Park, Downtown Bonita Springs. Meet and buy from hundreds of artists…
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Read More »You made it possible and you made it fun— Thank you to our volunteers who bundled up, came out to the park, and helped make the January Art Festival a big success! You are truly appreciated by our Staff, Board, and every child for whom you've…
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Read More »CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS Performing the timeless hits of The Band—like The Weight, Up On Cripple Creek, Ophelia, The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, Rag Mama Rag, and more — THE WEIGHT BAND is keeping the spirit and the…
Read More »JANUARY-MAY 2023 We welcome kids ages 4+ to our innovative Youth Education program, which includes courses in Visual Arts: Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, 3D-Design/Printing, and Cooking; Performing Arts: Ballet, Tap, Hip-Hop & Broadway Jazz…
Read More »CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS New Classes to start the New Year... The Centers offer multi-week classes in painting, pottery, fused glass and more for artist of all ages and all skill levels. Plus, dust off your dancing shoes and join us…
Read More »Sign Up to Volunteer for the Bonita Springs National Art Festivals January 14-15 · February 11-12 · March 4-5 As you know, the Centers present three top-rated art festivals each year, and our amazing network of volunteers is what…
Read More »Odyssey Road: Tribute to Journey Don't Stop Believin' Friday, January 6 Buy Now Lunch & Lecture: The Other Impressionists With Kirah VanSickle Wednesday, January 4 Buy Now Monday Night Movies at the Moe Jan 9 Hallelujah…
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Read More »Center for the Arts Gift Certificates are the perfect present for the art lover in your life—use them for Concert Tickets, Movies, Lunch & Lectures, and Art Classes for all ages... BUY NOW ONE NIGHT ART EVENTS MULTI WEEK CLASSES…
Read More »Sign Up to Volunteer for the Bonita Springs National Art Festivals— January 14-15 · February 11-12 · March 4-5 As you know, the Centers present three top-rated art festivals each year, and our amazing network of volunteers is…
Read More »Opening Reception this Friday, 6-8pm Please join us tomorrow night from 6-8pm at the Visual Arts Center on Old 41 Road as we celebrate the opening of two exciting new exhibitions! View the magnificent works, congratulate the award-winners, and…
Read More »Join us during your winter holiday break for exciting arts adventures at the Centers! December 19-23 & 26-30; January 2-6 We welcome kids ages 4 and up to our innovative Winter Break Camps, which include festive projects and activities in…
Read More »Hello Everyone, We are very sad to let you know that our dear friend and longtime member Sally Hebeisen passed away. Sally was originally from Minnesota. A Fine Arts Degree from Drake University set her on her path of creating art and teaching art…
Read More »Exhibition Opening Reception this Friday! Please join us at the Visual Arts Center from 6-8pm on Friday, November 4 as we celebrate the opening of two exciting new exhibitions... NOTEWORTHY A wide assortment of artwork depicting a person,…
Read More »What a joy it is to write you and let you know that our ‘National Treasure,’ Midge LePree, is celebrating 90 years! Midge was one of the first people many of us met when we joined the Centers (back then the ‘Art League’). Her…
Read More »MANDALAS Instructor: Christine Otis Learn to create the beautiful symmetry of Mandalas, in this exciting new painting class. January 10-February 7 5 Tuesdays, 1-4pm REGISTER NOW Click here to View the More Information About Center for the…
Read More »Honoring Our Dear Friend Stephen Johnson Hello Everyone, We are so very sad to let you know that our dear friend and member of the Centers for so many years Steve Johnson has passed away. Steve and his partner David have been members of the…
Read More »Fridays This Season... Improve Your Capabilities in All Mediums with a Progressive Series of Figure Study Courses WITH CAROL BROMAN Immerse yourself in the dedicated study of the human form with the atelier program developed by master artist…
Read More »THE CENTERS' YOUTH THEATRE PRESENTS THE CLASSIC DARK MUSICAL JEKYLL & HYDE Don’t miss the tale of good vs. evil, set to a powerful pop-rock score, in which Dr. Jekyll inadvertently creates an evil alternate personality dubbed Mr. Hyde.…
Read More »CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS The Arts are Therapeutic - The arts open minds to new possibilities and hearts to new understanding. They provide a foundation for shared experience, encourage positive attitudes, and help people cope with…
Read More »Youth Art Camps Continue This Week— Sign-up for Tuesday, Thursday & Friday Camps Now! Good news, the wildly popular Youth Art Camps continue this week at the Performing Arts Center. We welcome children ages 4 and up to the following…
Read More »Privileges & Benefits— For some cultural attractions, NARM membership means you will be given free admission; in others, you will receive discounts in their gift shops; and some institutions offer both, plus special newsletters and other…
Read More »CENTERS FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS Sign up now for fun Youth Art Classes— The Centers offer great classes for artists of all ages. Here are just a few of our favorites coming up next week at the Center for Performing Arts on Bonita…
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