The Lensic Performing Arts Center anchors February's entertainment with an eclectic lineup, including guitarist Matteo Mancuso on February 3, singer Storm Large on February 5, comedian Sheng Wang on February 7, African dance troupe Les Ballets Africains on February 10, folk artist Patty Griffin on February 13, blues-rock guitarist Warren Haynes on February 20, vocal group The Ten Tenors on February 21, and comedian Tig Notaro on February 27.1
Symphony Delivers Romance
The Santa Fe Symphony presents 'Romance & Rhapsody' on February 15 at the Lensic, featuring pianist Olga Kern in Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini and Haydn's Harpsichord Concerto in D Major. Kern, a frequent collaborator with the ensemble, highlighted the unique connection in live performance:
“It’s like a circle between someone who is performing and someone who is listening... It’s just sharing in that moment … and I feel like classical music gives that incredibly deep emotions and feelings.”
She praised Santa Fe audiences for their energy, noting her 20-year history with the symphony.2
Other venues contribute to the month's vibrancy. The Center for Contemporary Arts screens films like 'Sinners' on February 1 and hosts the Santa Fe Jewish Film Festival. The Mystic offers jazz, DJ nights, and Americana, while The Bridge at Santa Fe Brewing hosts blues artist Cedric Burnside on February 20 and Chicano rap group NB Ridaz on February 28. Opera enthusiasts can catch Metropolitan Opera broadcasts at the Lensic, including 'Kavalier & Clay' on February 7 and 'I Puritani' on February 28.1
Opportunities for Professionals
Beyond performances, local institutions seek technicians and performers. The Santa Fe Playhouse accepts submissions from creative professionals, technicians, and musicians for its 2026 mainstage season themed 'Power Plays.' The Santa Fe Opera recruits apprentices for its summer festival, offering positions in audio/video, costumes, electrics, and stagecraft starting late May, with $14 hourly pay and housing support. Applications close March 14.34
These events and hirings sustain momentum into late February and beyond, with family shows like The Okee Dokee Brothers on February 22 and ongoing film series fostering continued engagement for audiences and professionals alike.
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