# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 09 Apr, 2025 at 05:00 pm – Wed, 09 Apr, 2025 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Lesley Smith: Live @ Catherine Hickman Theater – April 9
 Date: Wednesday, April 9th
 Location: Catherine A Hickman Theater, 5501 27th AveAbout this EventAbout the ShowAward-winning ventriloquist, actress, and singer Lesley Smith returns with her one-of-a-kind performance, Just Breathe 2: The Quest for Peace of Mind… and Chocolate! This heartwarming and hilarious show blends comedy, music, and masterful puppetry into an unforgettable experience for all ages.Lesley, alongside her delightful cast of puppets—including Shirley the Presence, Tony Rocco, and Sammy B. Snail—delivers a performance filled with humor, hope, and relatable moments from everyday life. Expect laughter, inspiration, and, of course, chocolate!Event Schedule? 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Chocolate Tasting & Special Guest (Cash Bar & Snacks)? 6:00 – 7:30 PM| Just Breathe 2 PerformanceAbout Lesley SmithWith over three decades in the entertainment industry, Lesley Smith has wowed audiences across the U.S. as a New England Foundation for the Arts Touring Artist and a performer on the Women in Comedy Tour alongside Loretta LaRoche. Her work has been featured on NH Chronicle and praised by industry professionals:⭐ “Lesley Smith is a very bright light.” – Walter Starcke, Award-Winning Broadway Producer⭐ “Lesley’s puppets are something adults can relish.” – Boston Globe⭐ “I could just sit here and watch you all day!” – Cheryl Richardson, NY Times Best-Selling AuthorAbout Lesley Smith ProductionsLesley Smith Productions creates live entertainment that bridges cultural, racial, and gender divides through ventriloquism, music, and storytelling. Her performances inspire joy, healing, and a renewed sense of wonder.@ Catherine A Hickman Theater? 5:00 – 6:00 PM | Chocolate Tasting & Special Guest (Cash Bar & Snacks)? 6:00 – 7:30 PM| Just Breathe 2 Performance
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gulfport/lesley-smith-an-evening-of-laughter-music-puppetry-and-chocolate/100001273970854119
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre, comedy, performances, workshops, music, literary-art, entertainment, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 33.85, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Gulfport
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Catherine A Hickman Theater
- **lat**: 27.744179
- **long**: -82.70784689999999
- **full address**: Catherine A Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Avenue South, Gulfport, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate being held?
  - **A:** Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate takes place on Wed, 09 Apr, 2025 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 09 Apr, 2025 at 08:00 pm at Catherine A Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Avenue South, Gulfport, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate?
  - **A:** Ticket prices for Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate range from USD 29 to USD 34 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityEarly BirdUSD 29 + USD 4 feeAvailableGeneral AdmissionUSD 34 + USD 4 feeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate?
  - **A:** Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate is organized by Gulfport (FL) Senior Center Foundation.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gulfport, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Lesley Smith:  An Evening of Laughter, Music, Puppetry & Chocolate sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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