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Friday, September 15, 2023Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents Four Special Events
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin proudly presents four special events coming up in September and October. MDQ Mixtape, An Evening With Bryan Kennedy and Kevin Boyle, Comedy On the Boulevard, and Me and my Gal - A live Judy Garland and Gene Kelly Musical Tribute are all so different that they bring something for every audience. "There is nothing like a night at the theatre, whether you are signing along, laughing or grooving to the music. These four special events are
Tuesday, August 01, 2023Grand Boulevard at Sandestin Names New General Manager
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin® is happy to announce Andrew “Andy” Peach as the new General Manager of the popular Town Center. Peach will assume oversight of all operations at the 52-acre property. He is a senior retail real estate professional experienced in managing and leasing upscale shopping centers, including mixed-use assets. He has been with retail centers in South Florida, Highland Park, TX and South Carolina. He was Senior General Manager for the Shops at Merrick Park, Coral Gables, Florida – a
Thursday, June 29, 2023Emerald Coast Theatre Company Announces Season 11 Shows and Special Events
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is proud to announce the Season 11 lineup of Professional Shows and Theatre for Young Audiences. Opening the season is Million Dollar Quartet from September 15 - October 1, 2023. ECTC looks forward to a brilliant season loaded with enriching performances for all. For more information about ECTC, the shows, and other programs, visit emeraldcoasttheatre.org. Nathanael Fisher, Producing Artistic Director and co-founder of ECTC says, "From Elvis to Mary Poppins and plays
Friday, June 23, 2023Emerald Coast Theatre Company Appoints Heath Carroll as Education and Outreach Director
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Heath Carroll as the new Education and Outreach Director. With his extensive experience and passion for arts education, Carroll will lead ECTC's efforts in enriching the community through innovative educational programs and outreach initiatives. Heath Carroll brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role. As a seasoned theatre professional, he has dedicated his career to nurturing young talent and fostering a love
Tuesday, March 21, 2023Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation Emerald Ball Raises $172K for New Medical Equipment
The Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation announced today that the Emerald Ball raised approximately $172,000 benefiting Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast’s acquisition of a state-of-the-art CT scanner for children and adults. The Foundation held the Emerald Ball at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa on Saturday, February 4, where guests enjoyed a curated dinner with filet and grouper, dancing to Mr. Big and the Rhythm Sisters, Epic Photo Booth, a wine and bourbon pull. The black-tie event was
Monday, December 12, 2022Tickets on Sale for 2023 Emerald Ball Benefiting Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast
Tickets are now on sale for the Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation’s 2023 Emerald Ball to benefit Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast, the event is Saturday, February 4 at 6 p.m. at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Resort Golf and Spa and is presented by Howard Group, Grand Boulevard, and Silver Sands Premium Outlets. Proceeds from this year’s event will go toward purchasing a new computerized tomography (CT) scanner for both adults and
Thursday, December 01, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company's Storyteller Series Returns with Four Powerful Shows for Season Ten
The Storyteller Series at Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) returns January 8 - March 7, 2022 with four powerful performances featuring professional actors and authors presenting compelling stories and dramatic works. There are four Storyteller presentations staged at ECTC’s performance space located at 560 Grand Boulevard (upstairs) in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, located in Miramar Beach, Florida. Shirley Simpson as Minnie Pearl - Sunday, January 8 2023 at 2:30pm Local stage and screen veteran
Monday, October 24, 2022Coastal White Christmas Comes to Grand Boulevard
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin has released an exciting schedule of events for this holiday season. Included this year are Grand Boulevard’s signature holiday celebrations, the new Holiday Lights Kick-off Celebration and Parade, and numerous festive family-friendly activities. The schedule will include the return of the popular Festival of Trees - a charitable tree decorating contest, complementary photos with Santa, free rides on elegant horse drawn carriages and choral performances by the Emerald Coast
Monday, October 24, 202220th Annual Charity Golf Classic Raises Nearly $220K to Improve Imaging Services at Ascension Sacred
The Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation held its 2022 Charity Golf Classic on Friday, Sept. 23, at Burnt Pine Golf Club in Sandestin. The tournament raised $218,145 for a new CT scanner at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast to better serve adult and pediatric patients. The CT scanner, arriving in late 2022, will enhance the experience of patients with its speed and image quality. For example, an entire adult chest, abdomen and pelvis study can be conducted in approximately one second so patients don’t
Wednesday, October 12, 2022South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival Donates $40,000 to Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation
The annual South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival donated $40,000 to Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF) to support 17 children’s charities in Northwest Florida on Aug. 31, 2022. The charity wine festival, founded by Chan Cox of Wine World, designates DCWAF as the sole recipient of the net proceeds of the event. More than 4,500 people attended the 2022 festival. “Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation is honored to be the beneficiary of South Walton Beaches Wine and Food Festival. As the
Monday, October 03, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Raises Over $50,000 During 10-Year Anniversary Event
The Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is pleased to announce that over $50,000 was raised at their special 10-year anniversary event, “An Enchanted Evening: Celebrating a Decade of Dreams,” presented by Grand Boulevard at Sandestin®. The celebration took place at the theatre, located at 560 Grand Boulevard, Suite 200, on Friday, September 16, and transcended guests into a whimsical evening unlike any other. The space was transformed from its usual configuration into a stunning event space with bistro
Friday, September 30, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents Dr. Seuss' Cat in the Hat
“It is fun to have fun, but you have to know how.” Get ready for all the tricks on stage when you come see Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat - part of Emerald Coast Theatre Company's Theatre for Young Audiences. The show opens Friday, October 14, 2022, and runs through Sunday, Oct. 23. Public performances are October 15 and 22 at 6.00 p.m. and October 16 and 23 at 2:30 p.m. School Field Trips are offered October 14, 19, 20, and 21 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. “The Cat in the Hat knows a lot about that!” Follow
Tuesday, September 06, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Launches 10th Anniversary Season
Feel your spirits rise as Emerald Coast Theatre Company launches its 10th anniversary season with the uplifting Broadway musical, Godspell. Join Jesus and his disciples as they recount the greatest story ever told. This classic Broadway musical features told through parables timeless songs like Day by Day and Prepare Ye shine a light on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. At times funny and poignant, this beautiful show dissolves hauntingly into The Last Supper and Crucifixion while Jesus’ message
Wednesday, July 27, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Opens Registration for 2022 Fall Educational Theatre Programs
There’s no tap dancing around it, Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s 2022 Fall Educational Theatre programs offer something for everyone including both children and adults. “There couldn’t be a time where self-expression through the performing arts is more essential for our children,” said ECTC co-founder and producing artistic director Nathanael Fisher. “Many of the schools in our community cannot offer the theater arts and so we are thrilled to be able to supplement with our professional education programs,
Friday, July 15, 202220th Annual Charity Golf Classic on September 23 to Benefit Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast
Registration has begun for the 2022 Charity Golf Classic, which will be held Friday, Sept. 23, at Burnt Pine Golf Club in Sandestin. The presenting sponsors this year are Grand Boulevard, Howard Group and Silver Sands Premium Outlets. The chair of this year’s event is Bill Tate. Proceeds from the tournament will be used to purchase advanced diagnostic imaging technology for the care of both pediatric and adult patients at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast. The Siemens Somatom Drive CT scanner is
Tuesday, June 21, 2022Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Ball Raises Nearly $200K for CT Scanner at Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast
The Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation announced today that the Emerald Ball raised $190,666 benefiting Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast’s acquisition of a state-of-the-art CT scanner for Pediatric and Adult patients. The black-tie event was presented by Howard Group, Grand Boulevard Sandestin Town Center, Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Jim and Tammy Pierce. More than 290 community members, physicians and supporters of the hospital attended the event. The Emerald Ball was held at the Hilton
Tuesday, June 21, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Announces 10th Anniversary 2022-2023 Season
With its 10th anniversary season Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) presents six professional main stage productions and three Theatre for Young (and Very Young) Audiences, plus a special Year 10 Celebration — 10 reasons (and counting) to escape to the theater to have a laugh and be entertained. “Season 10 marks a major milestone and a new era of growth for Emerald Coast Theatre Company,” says ECTC co-founder and producing artistic director Nathanael Fisher. “During our first decade we thrived
Tuesday, May 24, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents Summer Pop Fun-raiser Series in June
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) is searing some sizzle into summer 2022 with a hot live entertainment series in June. The Summer Pop Fun-raiser serves up three fun-filled Friday evenings of pop rock and, comedy and improvisational comedy theater. The Summer Pop Series will be held at ECTC’s performing arts place located at 560 Grand Boulevard (upstairs) in Grand Boulevard Town Center in Miramar Beach. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. The series kicks off on Friday, June 3, at 7:30 p.m., enjoy
Monday, May 02, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents ''Xanadu: The Musical,'' May 13-22
Get ready to roll with it! Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) continues its 9th mainstage season with its most ambitious production yet — “Xanadu: The Musical.” The show opens Thursday, May 13, and runs two weekends through Sunday, May 22. Performances are Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. with 2:30 p.m. matinees on Thursday, May 19 and Sunday May 15 and 21. Slap on your roller skates, pump up the glitter, and get hip to the muses in “Xanadu,” the laugh-out-loud musical stage
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Monday, March 28, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents Three Family-Friendly Educational Shows in April
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) continues its celebration of spring with three family-friendly productions in April. ECTC has performed for more than 6,000 students since 2012. Over 1,600 children and families attended its TYA productions through school field trips or family outings last season alone. Each field trip experience at ECTC includes educational enhancement activities for the classroom and can include a post-show Q&A with the actors (time permitting). “Seeing our kids show off all
Thursday, March 03, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Ushers in Spring With Two Special Live Performance Events
Spring is coming. Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) stages two entertaining special live performance events sure to put a song in your heart and a smile on your face. Both performances will be held at ECTC’s performance space located at 560 Grand Boulevard in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin in Miramar Beach. On Wednesday, March 16 join local singer-songwriter legends Forrest Williams and Bryan Kennedy for an unforgettable “unplugged” acoustic night with original songs and stories. “Heartfelt
Tuesday, March 01, 2022Emerald Coast Theatre Company Opens Registration for 2022 Summer on Stage Theatre Education Programs
Ready for a dramatic summer? Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) announces the 2022 Summer on Stage theater education programs. “Our goal at ECTC is to provide as many opportunities as possible for our students to come together and experience what it means to be a part of the tribe. Tribe means teamwork, tribe means confidence, tribe means community. ECTC is a place where every child can come and be a part of something greater than themselves and work towards a common goal,” said ECTC co-founder and
Tuesday, December 21, 2021Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents 4th Annual StoryTeller Series
Emerald Coast Theatre Company continues its 9th season with the return of the popular StoryTeller series, featuring professional actors and authors presenting compelling stories and dramatic works. There are three StoryTeller presentations on Tuesday, Jan. 11, Feb. 8, and March 1, at 7:30 p.m., staged at ECTC’s performance space located at 560 Grand Boulevard (upstairs) in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin, located in Miramar Beach, Florida. The series begins on Jan. 11, with “The Fall of April (Stalin
Monday, November 22, 2021Emerald Coast Theatre Company Presents ''Miracle on 34th Street,'' Christmas Cabaret on the Boulevard and ''The Snow Queen'' in December
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) continues its 9th mainstage season with three inspired December offerings sure to chase those winter blues and put your entire family in the spirit this holiday season. All performances are staged at ECTC’s performance space located at 560 Grand Boulevard (upstairs) in Grand Boulevard Town Center in Miramar Beach. “The Snow Queen” (Theatre for Young Audiences) ECTC’S Junior Company to perform four performances of “The Snow Queen” two consecutive weekends on
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Monday, September 27, 2021Emerald Coast Theatre Company Launches StoryTeller Series with Shirley Simpson
Some of the earliest evidence of stories date as far back as 30,000 years ago to cave drawings that depict animals, humans, and other objects. The point is, we, humans love stories. Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) launches its 2021-2022 StoryTeller series with four original plays by local actor/playwrights. Local actress/playwright/director Shirley Simpson returns to ECTC’s stage Tuesday, Oct. 5, at 7:30 p.m., to kick off the series with her one-woman play, Shirley Valentine — one of her
Tuesday, September 07, 2021Emerald Coast Theatre Company Launches 9th Season with ''Nunsense,'' Sept. 17-Oct. 3
Who’s ready for a break from all the nonsense? Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) opens its 9th mainstage season with one of Off-Broadway’s most popular musical comedies, “Nunsense.” The show opens Friday, Sept. 17, and runs three weekends through Sunday, Oct. 3. Performances are Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:30 p.m. with 2:30 p.m. Sunday matinees Sept. 19, 26 and Oct. 3. This comedic spoof follows the misadventures of the Little Sisters of Hoboken trying to manage a fundraiser.
Monday, August 30, 2021Registration Open for Emerald Coast Theatre Company 2021 Fall Theatre Education Programs
Feeling dramatic? It’s not too late to play a part in Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) 2021 Fall Educational Theatre Programs. “There couldn’t be a time where self-expression through the performing arts is more essential for our children,” said ECTC co-founder and producing artistic director Nathanael Fisher. “We realize most of the schools in our community cannot offer the theater arts and so we are thrilled to be able to supplement with our professional education programs.” “Our goal at
Saturday, September 12, 2020Local Green Beret Presents Howard Hospitality with Flag of the United States
This summer, Howard Hospitality received an American Flag and Certificate from Special Forces 7th Group. Ron, a member of the team, presented the company with a framed flag and certificate in appreciation for the support shown to his wife, Howard Hospitality employee Nogah Winfield, during his deployment. Howard Hospitality faced many challenges this year due to the global pandemic, yet the South Walton based company continued to put the safety and wellbeing of their employees first. The COVID-19 crisis
