The AX Outdoor Stage in the Warehouse Arts District is one of the coolest venues in town, and organizers are putting the space to excellent use with a new outdoor film series this May. The Warehouse Arts District Association (WADA) announced the American Classics Film Series, which will bring three iconic movies to the outdoor theatre this May.

For this inaugural series, WADA chose what are truly three of the all-time greats in American cinematic history, showcasing widely beloved films that changed the industry. Tickets to each show are $15 for general admission or $10 for WADA members. The ArtsXchange Campus is located 515 22nd Street S.

Seating is provided, though guests are welcome to bring their blankets, chairs, and sundries, and make themselves at home in the beautiful outdoor theater. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, as well.

A Star Wars film screening in the Sunshine City

The series kicks off on Saturday, May 4 with a showing of Star Wars: A New Hope, beginning at 9 pm to ensure a dark and cinematic atmosphere for the film that started one of the greatest movie series of all time. Launching the careers of everyone from George Lucas to Harrison Ford – and ushering in a new age of epic movies – Star Wars is the quintessential sci-fi flick.

On Saturday, May 11, the AX Outdoor Stage will host its second film of the series, screening Casablanca at 9 pm, the iconic war movie that became one of the first true blockbusters. Starring Humphrey Bogart, the Academy-Award-winning masterpiece remains one of the most quotable movies of the 20th century. Released in 1942, the black-and-white film is a journey to another time, filled with war, romance, and intrigue.

And finally, the American Classics Film Series concludes on May 18 with a showing of The Third Man at 9pm. The Orson Welles masterpiece remains one of the most highly-rated movies of all time, a noir mystery with romantic flair. While Casablanca the week before showcases the time of war, The Third Man transports us to the years after the conflict, set in post-war Vienna, Austria, as an American author sets out to solve the mystery of his murdered friend.

AX Outdoor Stage, ArtsXchange Campus are cultural hubs

The AX Outdoor Stage @ WADA is located on the ArtsXchange campus at 515 22nd Street South (home to the monthly Second Saturday Art Walk), and provides a beautiful outdoor gathering place in the heart of St. Pete’s arts community.

When activated, the venue showcases art, food trucks, bars, local businesses, and more, alongside performances and screenings on the newly-constructed stage. The new facility is a boon for the arts community in St. Pete and makes the ArtsXchange even more of a must-try experience.

The perfect venue to experience art in the ‘Burg

If you haven’t been to an event at ArtsXchange, add it to your list soon. This bustling artistic hub is a melting pot of creativity, where local artists, performers, and art enthusiasts come together to celebrate the magic of the arts. Nestled in the heart of the city, ArtsXchange is a dynamic space that houses a myriad of studios, galleries, and performance spaces, showcasing the diverse talents of the community. From captivating visual art exhibitions to incredible live performances, ArtsXchange is a thriving cultural hub that ignites the senses and fosters a sense of community through the power of art.

The Warehouse Arts District Association is a non-profit arts organization dedicated to creating a vibrant arts community within and around the Warehouse Arts District in St. Pete. Their mission is to build and sustain a vibrant arts community that supports the success of all artists and the community at large through a broad spectrum of tools, including community revitalization, marketing, advocacy and educational programming.

They are a cultural arts destination in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg dedicated to flourishing our community through artistic endeavors, support, and highly curated art.