Legendary musician Billy Ocean recently took the stage at The Villages’ brand-new Tracey Theatre, performing timeless hits like “Caribbean Queen” and “Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car” to a packed house. The Tracey Theatre, which is connected to The Villages Charter High School, is the latest addition to the area’s growing collection of entertainment venues, offering a professional space for concerts, plays, and other live events.

(Show signage during the event. Great to see Billy Ocean still going strong after all these years!)

Phil Cartun, a Villages resident, shared his enthusiasm for the venue. “It’s a fabulous music venue, easy to get to with our golf cart from Fenney and tons of parking. You can buy drinks and bring them into the show,” Cartun said, highlighting the theater’s convenience and atmosphere.

(The beautiful new venue doubles as the auditorium for the High School during the day and show performances during the evening.)

The Tracey Theatre joins a roster of popular entertainment destinations in The Villages, including The Savannah Center, The Sharon Morse Performing Arts Center, and The Studio. Together, these venues create a vibrant cultural scene, drawing top-tier acts to entertain local residents and visitors alike.

With professional shows now a regular feature at The Tracey Theatre, it has quickly become a favorite among Villagers, offering intimate performances while providing the amenities that make for a relaxing night out.

Photo Credit – Phil Cartun and Kyle Coppola