‘Legacy Poster Design’ competition hosted by The Florida Theatre

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To celebrate the rich history of entertainment and special events that have taken place on the stage at the historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre, the theatre is inviting local artists and creatives to compete in designing its first-ever legacy poster.

The theatre will begin accepting legacy poster submissions on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019.  The competition is open to local artists within the Jacksonville area.  This first design will focus on Mardi Gras.  Deadline for art submissions is Feb. 18 at 8:30 a.m. All submissions should be emailed to sean@floridatheatre.com.

The winner will be announced on Tuesday, Feb.26, and will receive a prize package valued at $500.  For complete guidelines and contest restrictions visit floridatheatre.com/legacyposters

The historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre is sponsored by Community First Credit Union.

Florida Theatre : From ballet to contemporary dance, jazz, rock, country and blues the nonprofit Florida Theatre offers 175 to 200 cultural and entertainment events annually for every taste and age.  More than just an entertainment center, The Florida Theatre is also home to graduations, awards ceremonies, lectures, business meetings and charity events that support the community’s schools, churches, hospitals and civic groups.  As an anchor to downtown development along the beautiful St. Johns River, The Florida Theatre draws 175,000 to 200,000 people to Jacksonville’s center each year.  The magnificently restored Florida Theatre is recognized as one of the finest concert venues in the Southeast. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  The Florida Theatre holds special memories for four generations.  From the Vaudeville acts and silent films of its earliest days to today’s blend of performances of all kinds, The Florida Theatre has served as Jacksonville’s premier entertainment center since 1927.