Buffet, Bernstein, and Bond Will Be Performed at the Sarasota Orchestra in April
Performances range from Mahler's soaring Fifth Symphony to the iconic themes of James Bond and the laid-back sounds of Parrots & Palms.
This April, the Sarasota Orchestra will feature symphonic masterworks, pops favorites, and an outdoor concert experience, from Mahler's soaring Fifth Symphony to the iconic themes of James Bond and the laid-back sounds of Parrots & Palms.
Outdoor Pops Concert
Parrots & Palms: Tropical Rock for Five O'clock… Somewhere
April 10 & 11, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Ed Smith Stadium -- 2700 12th Street | Sarasota, Florida
Time to celebrate the vibe, the breeze, and the legendary tropical songs of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, The Beach Boys, and more! Classic, sun-soaked stories and timeless hits are brought to life by celebrated vocalists and your Sarasota Orchestra. Sing your heart out to “Come Monday,” “Fins,” “Under the Boardwalk,” “Kokomo,” "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere,” and so many more. Come along for a symphonic evening of musical magic that raises a glass to the power of the surf and the romance of the islands, topped off with a sensational fireworks display.
Masterworks - Bernstein and Mahler
April 17 & 18, 2026 at 7:30 pm | April 19, 2026 at 2:30 pm
Van Wezel -- 777 N Tamiami Trail | Sarasota, FL
Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero conducts a richly compelling program pairing Leonard Bernstein and Gustav Mahler. Violinist Chee-Yun brings her “high gloss tone” (The New York Times) to Bernstein's Serenade (after Plato's Symposium). The masterwork is an exploration of the nature and purpose of love and is one of Bernstein's most lyrical compositions. Mahler's Fifth Symphony is a towering work, showcasing an enormous orchestra and Mahler's legendary emotional power. Fierce yet uplifting, it provides a majestic conclusion to the Masterworks season.
Pops - Bond and Beyond
April 24, 2026 at 7:30 pm | April 25, 2026 at 2:30 pm & 7:30 pm
Van Wezel -- 777 N Tamiami Trail | Sarasota, FL
James Bond may have preferred “shaken,” but this symphonic tribute to 007's musical legacy is guaranteed to leave you “stirred!” This thrilling concert features iconic themes and lush vocals from across the Bond universe, from Goldfinger to Goldeneye (and more). Relive the suspense, passion, and glamour with soaring melodies and powerful brass. The New York Times said of the featured vocalist, Morgan James, "This woman is on fire."
Chamber Soirées - Sounds of the Americas
April 26, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Holley Hall -- 709 N Tamiami Trail | Sarasota, Florida
The richness of music from the Americas is on full display in this captivating program. Argentinian composer Alberto Ginastera's extraordinary string quartet combines rhythmic ferocity with South American folk music. Uruguayan native Enrique Crespo's delightful brass quintet takes the listener on a sonic tour of the Americas, including the sounds of New Orleans, Brazil, Peru, Argentina, and Mexico. Cuban jazz musician Paquito D'Rivera is a master at combining jazz and classical traditions. His lively wind quintet is a tribute to the sounds of the Caribbean, Venezuela, and American jazz.
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1999 by Stacey Isom Campbell Urbanite Theatre (3/18-4/25) |
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (1/13-2/21) |
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Young Person's Concerts 2026-2027 North Port Performing Arts Center and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/06-10/09) |
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A Motown Revue with the Soul Sensations Manatee Performing Arts Center (2/09-2/13) |
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The Garbologists by Lindsay Joelle Urbanite Theatre (1/07-2/14) |
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Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Manatee Performing Arts Center (4/08-4/18) |
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Beethoven & Prokofiev Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (11/07-11/08) |
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A Festive Celebration Sarasota Opera House (12/23-12/23) |
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Ahoy-Hoy by Jenny Stafford Urbanite Theatre (10/29-11/29) |
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Dear Evan Hansen Manatee Performing Arts Center (10/22-11/01) |