Lesley Smith’s Just Breathe: the Quest for Peace of Mind, Laughs and Chocolate!

2025 Health & Wellness Expo Hosted by the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation and Senior Life Publications October 11th, 2025 10am-2pm at the Maria Center

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COMING EVENTS

April Events

The Petty Experience
Tom Petty Tribute Band
Saturday, April 18
Catherine A. Hickman Theater

May Events

An Unforgettable Evening of
Comedy & Magic
Saturday, May 2
Catherine A. Hickman Theater

Sip, Chat & Paint "Red Balloons on a Starry Sky" with Sudy Westerman
Monday, May 4
Gulfport Senior Center Dining Hall

Being Piaf - written and performed by Eleanora Owen
Saturday, May 23
Catherine A. Hickman Theater

 

Chill Out, Laugh Lots, and Find Your Peace of Mind ... all in one awesome in-person event!

JUST BREATHE: THE QUEST FOR PEACE OF MIND… AND LAUGHS

  • A Night of Comedy, Music & Masterful Ventriloquism … And a chance to give back to the Gulfport community. Proceeds support the Gulfport Senior Center Renovation and Expansion Projects beginning in 2026.

📍Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave S, Gulfport, FL | Saturday, March 28

World-class ventriloquist, actress and singer Lesley Smith returns to Gulfport with her one-of-a-kind theatrical experience that sold out last year!

This hilarious and heartwarming show blends comedy, music, storytelling, and extraordinary puppetry into an unforgettable evening of laughter, resilience, and pure joy.

With seamless improvisation and theatrical flair, Lesley brings to life the humor, struggles, and triumphs of everyday existence — giving audiences permission to laugh out loud, reflect deeply, and rediscover their sense of wonder.

This is laugh-until-it-hurts, feel-good human comedy at its best — reaffirming hope, love, and the healing power of live performance.

✨ If you need a night to unwind, recharge, and JUST BREATHE… this is it.

🌿 VIP Garden BBQ Experience

Make it a full evening with our exclusive pre-show Garden BBQ Party!

EVENT SCHEDULE

4:45 PM – VIP Doors Open for Garden BBQ Party
5:15PM – General Admission Doors Open with Cash Bar and snacks served

6:00PM – Theater Doors open Show ends 7:30pm with Q&A to follow

🎟 EARLY BIRD SPECIAL DISCOUNT PRICING (Ends March 6)

VIP – $40
Includes:
✔ Preferred Seating
✔ 1 Complimentary Drink
✔ Garden BBQ (Shrimp Cocktail, Burgers, Vegan delight, and of course chocolate.

General Admission – $25
✔ Theater Seating
✔ Light Snacks
✔ Cash Donation Bar Available

After March 6:
VIP $45 | GA $30

🎟 This show SOLD OUT last year — tickets will go fast again.
Secure your seats early and treat yourself to a night of laughter, connection, and joy.

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