Walker’s Rising Stars

Joining us for a star-studded evening celebrating the arts and entertainment!

Created by Dr. Jeffrey Walker and the Pinellas Education Foundation, Walker’s Rising Stars Scholarship Competition is a year-long initiative that helps students hone their audition, portfolio, and performance skills.

Participants in Walker’s Rising Stars compete for college scholarships in six categories: Culinary Arts, Dance, Instrumental, Theater, Visual Arts, and Vocal Performance.

Stay tuned for the announcement of the 2025-26 Walker’s Rising Stars Finalists!

Date:

April 21, 2025
Doors Open: 6:00pm
Show Begins: 6:30pm

Location:

Mahaffey Theater
400 1st St S.,
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

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2026 Sponsorship Opportunities coming soon! For event inquiries, please contact Kiersten Keely at 727-588-4816, ext. 2111 or [email protected].

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