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The Ringling Museum Welcomes THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH GALLERY
by A.A. Cristi - March 25, 2024

Explore the history of circus arts as The Ringling Circus Museum unveils THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH Gallery on April 6.

Ken Ludwig World Premiere & More Set for Asolo Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 25, 2024

Asolo Repertory Theatre, has revealed its 2024-2025 season. See the full lineup of plays and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE WHITE CHIP at Florida Studio Theater
by Shanti M. Kennedy - March 25, 2024

Another Florida premiere brought to us in Florida Studio Theatre Bowne’s Lab, White Chip brings highly charged raw emotion to the stage. No stone is left unturned in the trials of our main character, Steven, and his journey from being a wild young party boy to a full-blown alcoholic and back to sobriety, all within 90 minutes.

Sarasota Music Festival Reveals 60th Anniversary Theme and Concert Highlights
by Stephi Wild - March 19, 2024

Sarasota Music Festival has announced its concert programs for the 2024 Festival season.  Celebrating its 60th anniversary, this year’s Festival is themed “Music Unbound.”

FSU/Asolo Conservatory For Actor Training Presents An Unconventional ROMEO AND JULIET
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2024

FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training will present an unconventional Romeo and Juliet. This unique interpretation promises to captivate audiences with its innovative approach.

Philanthropic Leaders Honored at Manatee Community Foundation's 2024 Spirit of Manatee Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - March 17, 2024

Manatee Community Foundation honored the remarkable contributions of five outstanding individuals and organizations for their philanthropic endeavors during the 2024 Spirit of Manatee Awards, which took place on March 13 at the Bradenton Area Convention Center.

Sarasota Opera to Present Final Performances Of Its 2024 Winter Opera Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 13, 2024

The Sarasota Opera 2024 Winter Opera Festival is in its final weeks of performances. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Eric Jordan Young To Join Summer Faculty Of Broadway Theatre Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 12, 2024

Eric Jordan Young has been invited as a guest artist and faculty member for The Broadway Theatre Project, to be held at the University of Florida School of The Arts. Learn more about the program!

Sarasota Opera Will Perform Haydn's DECEIT OUTWITTED This Week
by Stephi Wild - March 12, 2024

Once again Sarasota Opera will produce a rarely heard work by a major composer when Joseph Haydn’s Deceit Outwitted (L’infedeltà delusa) opens, the last work in the company’s 2024 Winter Opera Festival.

Review: LITTLE WOMEN, THE MUSICAL at Van Wezel
by Shanti M. Kennedy - March 11, 2024

What did our critic think of LITTLE WOMEN, THE MUSICAL at Van Wezel? Little Women, the Musical, based on Louisa May Alcott’s 1868 novel, focuses on the relationship of four sisters while their father is away serving in the Union Army during the Civil War. Loosely based on Alcott’s life, this beloved story is brought to life on the stage with music and a new melodramatic flare.

Review: RUBY - A WORLD PREMIERE MASTERPIECE at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Jacob Ruscoe - March 10, 2024

Ruby is a masterpiece of musical theater that deserves all the praise it receives. The creative direction, sensational vocals, and chemistry between the cast members all contribute to making it a must-see production.

Rise Above Performing Arts Unveils 9th Season
by Blair Ingenthron - March 09, 2024

Rise Above Performing Arts has unveiled its 9th Season at an event for performers and patrons Friday evening.

Review: INTIMATE APPAREL at Asolo Reperatory Theater
by Shanti M. Kennedy - March 08, 2024

Set in 1905, a young African-American woman travels to New York City to become an independent lady. Limited in ladies’ trades, Esther paves a grand way in life with her expert sewing and is able to navigate a wide world that New York has to offer. She falls into the confines of societal norms, i.e. marriage and fails miserably, but is able to get herself back up with the help of her friends.

Ariel Quartet Brings AMERICAN DREAM to The Perlman Music Program Suncoast
by Stephi Wild - March 08, 2024

The Perlman Music Program Suncoast (PMP Suncoast) will present the Ariel Quartet's new program, “American Dream,” Thursday, April 4, 7 p.m.

'The First Lady of the Highwaymen' Lecture Comes to the Arts Advocates Gallery
by Stephi Wild - March 06, 2024

 In celebration of Women’s History Month, Arts Advocates will present “The First Lady of the Highwaymen,” a history lecture about the legacy of artist Mary Ann Carroll, on March 27, 2:00-4:30 p.m.

Sarasota Jewish Theatre To Reveal 2024-25 Season; Luncheon to Celebrate Carolyn Michel And Howard Millman
by A.A. Cristi - March 05, 2024

Join the Sarasota Jewish Theatre as they honor Carolyn Michel and Howard Millman at a celebratory luncheon at Michael’s On East on March 26.

Artist Series Concerts Of Sarasota Hosts Four Duos In April
by Stephi Wild - March 05, 2024

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present four concerts in April, all featuring duos. Learn more about the upcoming concert lineup here!

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe To Present APRIL FOOLS FETE This April
by A.A. Cristi - March 04, 2024

Join the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe for their lively, music-filled spring fundraiser, APRIL FOOLS FÊTE, on April 1. Enjoy performances by fan-favorite artists and support WBTT's education programs.

Circus Arts Conservatory's WONDERBALL Will Feature World-famous EDM DJ and Producer Alan Walker
by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2024

The Circus Arts Conservatory has announced the return of WONDERBALL, a high-energy event that will feature a world-famous electronic dance music (EDM) star; the proceeds will benefit its youth education programs.

Lineup Set For the Hermitage Greenfield Prize Celebration Next Month
by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2024

The Hermitage Artist Retreat will present the 16th year of the Hermitage Greenfield Prize Celebration. The events span from Saturday, April 13th through Monday, April 15th, including the annual Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner in Sarasota on Sunday, April 14th.

Review: Alanis Morissette's JAGGED LITTLE PILL Rocks Van Wezel Center
by Shanti M. Kennedy - March 01, 2024

What did our critic think of JAGGED LITTLE PILL at Van Wezel?

World Premiere of WESTMINSTER Comes to Urbanite Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - March 01, 2024

Urbanite's milestone 10th season will continue with the World Premiere of Westminster, directed by Urbanite Producing Artistic Director Summer Wallace.

Interview: J. Robert Spencer of THE MIDTOWN MEN at Van Wezel
by Shanti M. Kennedy - February 28, 2024

J. Robert 'Bobby' Spencer spends a lot of time in airports. He has been traveling for the last 13 years with The Midtown Men all over this country and while doing so has become a part of the million-mile-club. While that says something about him having allegiance to one airline, that is not the only place you can see he is a very loyal person! He took a small reprieve, waiting for a flight of course, to catch up with us at Broadway World Sarasota.

Arts Advocates Reveals April 2024 Programming
by Stephi Wild - February 28, 2024

Arts Advocates has announced its schedule of April programs and events, including member artist Elisabeth Trostli’s exhibit and art talk, and more. Learn more about the programming here!

ensembleNEWSRQ Reveals YOU ARE FREE Program Set For Eighth Season
by Stephi Wild - February 28, 2024

ensembleNEWSRQ will continue its eighth season with “You Are Free,” a program featuring five works, including Raven Chacon’s 2021 Pulitzer Prize-winning “Voiceless Mass”.


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Westminster in Sarasota Westminster
Urbanite Theater (3/22 - 4/28)
The White Chip in Sarasota The White Chip
BOWNE'S LAB (3/20 - 4/12)
Soul Crooners Solid Gold Edition in Sarasota Soul Crooners Solid Gold Edition
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (10/9 - 11/17)
A Motown Christmas in Sarasota A Motown Christmas
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (11/27 - 1/5)
Ruby in Sarasota Ruby
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (2/28 - 4/7)
Bring It On in Sarasota Bring It On
Rise Above Performing Arts (5/9 - 5/19)
Oak in Sarasota Oak
Urbanite Theater (5/31 - 6/30)
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