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After Hours (21+) | In Caravaggio’s Light
On Friday the 13th, step into the shadows and experience the dramatic world of Caravaggio. This adults-only evening brings together art, music, fashion, flavor, and flair, immersing guests in the spectacle of the Baroque.
Dress to impress and explore the museum after hours—sip lavish cocktails (cash bar), create your own Baroque-inspired art moments, and move through a soundscape that fuses classical grandeur with modern beats from In Between Days Vinyl DJ and in-house musical Curator DJ Sein, all while striking your own dramatic pose… or two.
Heighten the experience with an exclusive sommelier-led wine tasting from Book + Bottle, hosted in the MFA’s Membership Garden, featuring a curated selection of bold, expressive wines worthy of the Baroque, with DJ Brian Schanck setting the mood with atmospheric tunes.
The night comes alive with dynamic visuals from oil painter Whitney Paige, whose live painting is sure to stop guests in their tracks, and a one-night-only floral installation by Nancy Steinbuechler of the Garden Club of St. Petersburg. With inventive experiences and unforgettable energy, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
After Hours (21+)
In Caravaggio’s Light
Friday, March 13, 2026
7:00 PM–10:00 PM
Mary Alice McClendon Conservatory
Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg
255 Beach Drive NE, St. Petersburg FL 33701
GENERAL ADMISSION: $65 Members; $75 Not-Yet-Members
*Each ticket includes event access, one signature cocktail, light bites.
Sommelier-Led Wine Experience with Book + Bottle
Tickets are limited! Only a few spots remain for the 9:25 PM time slot.
After Hours (21+) | In Caravaggio’s Light is Sponsored By:
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MFA Members enjoy free admission for an entire year, early access to special exhibitions, discounts at the MFA Shop and Café Clementine, special member-only exclusive events, and more. Bring the whole family!
FEATURING
BOOK + BOTTLE
Book + Bottle is a bottle shop, an independent bookstore, a coffee café, and a wine bar all rolled into one exquisite little package. They have the most passionate, friendly, and helpful team in town to help you choose a book or a bottle or to take care of you and your friends on your night off.
They’re an independent, woman-owned, values-driven, sustainably run, local-first business that believes little kindnesses can make our community—and the world—a better place.
DJ SEIN
The local DJ is known for setting the mood and spinning through his vinyl collection. As the resident DJ for In Between Days, he’s brought music to the community whether it be jazz, disco, dance, experimental, or funk rock. DJ Sein came up in Atlanta’s underground in the mid-nineties and is lauded for his unique collection of 10,000+ records. As the in-house musical curator, he’s been filling their shelves with some of his favorites from the last 30 years.
WHITNEY PAIGE
Whitney Paige is a figurative oil painter and muralist based in St. Petersburg, Florida. She began her career in Miami as a live art instructor, later moving to Appalachia, where she exhibited her work with a variety of galleries—including a pop-up solo show at The Bascom: Center for the Visual Arts. Her work explores the depths of womanhood and seeks to redefine femininity from an authentic female perspective. Her oil paintings are held in private collections around the world. Whitney now works out of her studio at Artmosphere, where she co-hosts workshops and critiques, and regularly participates in exhibitions and open studios.
NANCY STEINBUECHLER
Nancy joined the Garden Club of St. Petersburg in 2013. She began floral design studies in 2022 and has developed a passion for expressing art through flowers. Nancy has participated in Art in Bloom since 2023. Her design In Caravaggio’s Light was admittedly her most challenging yet gratifying creations.
ABOUT BRIAN SCHANCK
Brian Schanck brings over two decades of musical experience to the turntables as an all-vinyl DJ. A lifelong bassist who has performed with various bands over the past 20+ years and currently plays with Soft Cuff, Brian has been curating his record collection since his teenage years, developing a deep appreciation for the art of vinyl.
What sets Brian apart is his exceptional ability to read a room and craft the perfect sonic journey for any crowd. Drawing from an extensive collection that spans funk, soul, disco, psych rock, hip-hop, indie, jazz, and beyond, he creates memorable experiences that connect with audiences on a visceral level. His musician’s ear combined with years of live performance experience allows him to seamlessly blend genres and eras, ensuring every set tells a unique story.
Whether setting the mood for an intimate gathering or keeping the dance floor moving at a packed venue, Brian’s passion for vinyl and intuitive understanding of crowd dynamics make him a sought-after selector who delivers unforgettable musical experiences.
In Caravaggio’s Light: Baroque Masterpieces from the Fondazione Roberto Longhi is organized by Fondazione di Studi di Storia dell’Arte Roberto Longhi and Civita Mostre e Musei.
Images:
Brian Schanck image by Shadow.
