Seal Makes His Sarasota Debut As Star Of Van Wezel Gala

Four-time Grammy Award-winning artist Seal makes his Sarasota debut as the star of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Foundation Gala on Saturday, February 16 at 8:30 p.m.! Seal's iconic baritone voice will soar through the intimate Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall as he performs his greatest hits including "Crazy" and "Kiss from a Rose". This show is the featured performance of the 18th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala. (See below for more Gala information.)

In a remarkable career that spans more than two decades, London-born multi-platinum singer-songwriter Seal has been focused on a single creative pursuit: expressing the full experience of love through song. Known for his one-of-a-kind soaring, husky baritone voice and classic songwriting, Seal has seen success across numerous genres of music. His smooth vocal delivery quickly cemented his status as a formidable singer. Over the years he's extended his influence with a wide catalog of original music and soulful covers earning him 16 Grammy nominations, winning four, and selling more than 30 million albums worldwide.

Tickets for the show are $87 - $237 and will go on sale Friday, October 26 at 10 a.m. Groups of 10 or more should contact (941) 363-2025. Purchase at VanWezel.org, the Box Office or by calling (941) 953-3368.

Van Wezel Foundation Gala: Don't miss one of the most exciting events of the season including cocktails by the Bay, live & silent auctions, an elegant dinner, and premium seating for the Seal performance followed by an exclusive after-party! Gala reservations begin at $600 and a VIP ticket option is being offered once again this year for $1,200. In addition, this year's Gala will also include a chance drawing for an all-new 2019 Land Rover sponsored by Wilde Land Rover Sarasota. For additional information on gala reservations and sponsorships, visit www.vwfoundation.org or contact the foundation office at (941) 366-5578.