- Welcome
- Campus Maps
- History
- Mission Statement
- Accreditation
- Administration
- Employment
- Human Resources Employment Process FAQ
- Position Vacancies
- Salary Schedule (PDF)
- Employee Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Handbook (PDF)
- BENCOR Special Pay Plan (PDF)
- Social Security Collection and Usage
- Affordable Care Act Notice (PDF)
- Social Security Disclosure Summary (PDF)
- Tobacco-Free College
- Drug-Free Workplace & Campuses
- Technology Usage Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Employee Safety Manual (PDF)
- SFSC’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (PDF)
- Calendars
- News
- Social Media
- Honoring Our Retirees
- Celebrating Our Trustees
May 20, 2025 – South Florida State College (SFSC) Performing Arts is accepting applications from local nonprofits to participate in Curtain Up for the Community, a fundraising performance of Love Story: The Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift on Sunday, Sept. 28 at 3 p.m. at the Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts at SFSC’s Highlands Campus in Avon Park. Previously known as Play Your Part, this is the seventh year that SFSC Performing Arts is helping local schools, nonprofits, and other organizations raise funds.
Selected nonprofits sell tickets to the performance and earn 100% of their ticket sales. The nonprofit must be located in Hardee, Highlands, and DeSoto counties and provide services within local communities. “It’s a wonderful and easy fundraiser for school PTOs, social service agencies, or churches,” explained Cindy Garren, director of cultural programs at SFSC.
Since 2019, $30,000 has been raised for local organizations. Past participants include the Mason G. Smoak Foundation, the Children’s Museum of Highlands County, St. Catherine’s School, Hope Haven Transitional Housing, Sebring Historical Society, and Rotary Club of Hardee County. “This fundraiser allows school groups like the band boosters or PTOs, to partner with our 1,460-seat Performing Arts Center to provide entertainment and raise funds,” added Garren.
Applications are available by emailing culturalperformances@southflorida.edu, calling the SFSC Box Office at 863-784-7178, or visiting sfscARTS.org. Applications are due Tuesday, July 1 and selected organizations will be notified on Wednesday, July 2.
Starring Rikki Lee Wilson, Love Story: The Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift is known as the pinnacle of Taylor Swift tribute shows, captivating audiences across the U.S. and beyond, delivering a spectacular homage to the pop sensation. With meticulous attention to detail, Rikki Lee Wilson brings Taylor Swift to life on stage, channeling her look, sound, and charisma. Backed by an outstanding live band, the show features multiple costume changes and a dynamic stage presence, creating an unforgettable experience for fans of all ages.
Rikki not only sounds like Taylor—she looks the part too—mesmerizing Swifties and transporting them into the exhilarating world of a Taylor Swift concert. From chart-topping hits like “Shake It Off,” “Blank Space,” and “Love Story” to fan favorites across every era, the performance is packed with energy, emotion, and authenticity.
Love Story Band is not endorsed by or in any way affiliated with TAS Rights Management, Taylor Swift, or their affiliated entities.
A $30 VIP Experience ticket is available only through SFSC Performing Arts. The VIP Experience includes reserved seating in the first two rows, a private Meet & Greet with Rikki Lee Wilson after the show, a backstage photo opportunity, light refreshments, and a souvenir gift. VIP Experience tickets are available online on Friday, Aug. 1 at sfscARTS.org.
The Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts is located on the Highlands Campus of South Florida State College at 600 West College Drive. Parking is free. Concessions are available, cash only.
