ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - July 15, 2025 - PRLog -- The Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts is proud to present Legally Blonde Jr., a fully staged, professional-quality musical production showcasing exceptional youth talent from across the region. Performances will take place on July 25 and 26 on the historic Mahaffey Theater stage in downtown St. Petersburg.
"I'm continually impressed by the hard work these kids put in to earn their place on this stage," said Bill Edwards, Founder & President of the Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts. "Many of them dedicate themselves to their craft throughout the year to be ready for this opportunity. This production features talented local youth delivering professional-caliber performances with skills and stagecraft on par with national-level productions."
This is no ordinary summer camp recital. Made possible through the funding and support of the Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts, this ambitious production features a Broadway-style experience complete with sets, costumes, choreography, and live musical performances—all for just $20 per ticket.
Audiences will enjoy the fun, high-energy story of Legally Blonde Jr., perfect for the whole family. The show features local students who have trained alongside national-caliber guest artists and educators during an intensive summer program designed to deliver real-world, professional stage experience.
"The Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts is committed to investing in young talent and making the arts accessible for our community," said Katrina Young, Education and Outreach Coordinator, Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts. "Productions like Legally Blonde Jr. demonstrate the power of the arts to inspire, educate, and elevate our local youth. We invite families, arts lovers, and supporters to come enjoy this incredible show and see the impact of their support in action."
Showtimes:
- Friday, July 25 at 7:30 PM
- Saturday, July 26 at 3:30 PM
Duke Energy Center for the Arts – Mahaffey Theater
400 First Street South, St. Petersburg, FL
Tickets:
General Admission is just $20.
For tickets, call 727-300-2000 or visit www.billedwardsfoundationforthearts.org.
This production is part of the Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts' mission to support arts education, cultivate the next generation of performers, and ensure that high-quality cultural programming thrives in our community.
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