The Space Coast Symphony Orchestra will present a concert version of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s 'Carousel' at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, at Satellite High School’s Performing Arts Center. The event, titled 'Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel: A Concert,' will feature ten professional singers from Central Florida theaters, repertory companies, and theme parks performing highlights from the musical. The performance will take place at 300 Scorpion Court in Satellite Beach, a venue that has hosted other community events in recent years. Tickets and additional details are available by calling (855) 252-7276.
The concert will include some of the most well-known songs from the 1945 musical, which is considered one of the most important works in American theater history. The production will be staged without traditional sets or costumes, relying instead on the orchestra and vocalists to convey the story. Local residents and visitors will have the opportunity to experience the musical’s iconic score in a live setting. The Space Coast Symphony Orchestra has held similar concert events in the past, but this will be the first time 'Carousel' has been performed in the area.
The event is part of the orchestra’s broader season, which includes performances in Titusville and Melbourne. The concert will be conducted by the orchestra’s music director, who has led the group since 2020. The singers performing in the event have backgrounds in professional theater productions across Florida, including roles at the Orlando Repertory Theatre and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The performance will last approximately two hours, with no intermission.
The concert is expected to draw attendees from across Brevard County, with many purchasing tickets in advance. The venue’s capacity is 500, but organizers anticipate selling out. The event will be held in the Performing Arts Center’s main theater, which opened in 2018. Local officials have praised the orchestra’s efforts to bring high-profile performances to the Space Coast, noting the cultural impact of such events.