Arts Advocates Reveals November 2025 Events
Arts Advocates has announced its schedule of November events, which includes a Talkback Tuesday with Blake Walton, a group exhibit by the Landings Artists Collaborative, and more.
Sarasota Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Sarasota — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Astral Mixtape and More Will Perform as Part of Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present bassoonist Eleni Katz and double bassist Nina Bernat in How Low Can You Go? and more concerts.
Final Weeks To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards
Time is running out to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
RIVERDANCE Will Launch US Tour in 2026
RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, the international Irish dance phenomenon seen by over 30 million people worldwide, will return to the United States in 2026.
Review: FEELING GOOD at Florida Studio Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre's Winter Cabaret Season opens with 'Feeling Good', giving us a sneak peek into what the upcoming season holds.
Sarasota Opera Reveals Don & Rachael Worthington as 2026 Gala Honorees
Sarasota Opera has announced that longtime supporters and community leaders Don and Rachael Worthington will be honored at the company’s annual Gala, themed “Winter in Paris.
LUCKY STIFF Comes to the Florida Studio Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre will kick off its 2025-26 Winter Mainstage Season with Lucky Stiff, a delightfully madcap musical comedy created by the Tony-winning duo behind Ragtime and Seussical.
Chris Bush’s ORLANDO (FL) To Have Workshop at The Hermitage
The Hermitage Artist Retreat will present a London workshop of Orlando (FL), a new play by Olivier Award winner Chris Bush, directed by Andy Sandberg, in collaboration with the National Theatre.
Interview: David Caserta of HAUNTED ILUUSIONS at Van Wezel
In Sarasota, where the cooler weather is sneaking in along with the buzzing festivities of the upcoming season, excitement is building up as we gear up for a whirlwind of fun events and celebrations! Leading the pack with a touch of spook and a whole lot of fun is the beloved holiday Halloween, know
Submissions Open For BroadwayWorld's NEXT ON STAGE Season 6
It's time to freshen up your book and warm up those pipes! Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, is officially back for Season 6, and this season will be bigger and better than ever! Submit a video to enter the competition!
HERMITAGE SUNSETS @ SELBY GARDENS to Open Sixth Season October 23
The Hermitage Artist Retreat will open the sixth season of Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens on October 23, 2025, with a Town Hall discussion led by Artistic Director Andy Sandberg and a performance by Grammy Award-winning violist Ralph Farris.
BroadwayWorld My Shows Announces Badges & Points While Celebrating First 10K Reviews
BroadwayWorld announced today that its new My Shows platform has surpassed 10,000 user reviews since its launch.
Photos: SUFFS North American Tour Marches On
Performances are now underway for the North American Tour of SUFFS, which officially opened in Seattle, WA at The 5th Avenue Theatre on Friday, September 19, 2025.
A BAND CALLED HONALEE Extends at Florida Studio Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre has announced that, due to overwhelming audience demand, its popular cabaret A Band Called Honalee: A Tribute to Peter, Paul and Mary…and Friends will be extended.
Sarasota Opera’s DaCapo Society and Palm Avenue Fine Art Host Masquerade Reception on Opening Night of COSÌ FAN TUTTE
Sarasota Opera’s DaCapo Society and Palm Avenue Fine Art will host a masquerade-themed reception on October 31, 2025, ahead of the opening night of Mozart’s Così fan tutte.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Reveals Heart & Soul Philanthropy Honoree Doris Johnson
For Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 26th anniversary fall gala, “Hitsville USA – Celebrating Motown,” the arts organization will celebrate the sensational music produced by the groundbreaking music label.
Florida Studio Theatre's WRITE A PLAY Program Returns For 35th Year
For the 35th year, Florida Studio Theatre will bring its award-winning WRITE A PLAY program to schools across Florida, inspiring students to imagine bold new worlds, give voice to their ideas, and write their own original plays.
AN EVENING WITH MELBA MOORE Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
Next month, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present 'An Evening with Melba Moore,' featuring the legendary singer, actress and entertainer.
Registration Now Open For Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College's Fall Semester
Registration is open for the 2025 fall semester at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College, which offers noncredit educational opportunities for adults to pursue new interests, expand intellectual horizons, and enrich their lives.
Florida Studio Theatre Opens 2025–26 Children’s Theatre Series With PETER PAN
Florida Studio Theatre opens its 2025–26 Children’s Theatre Series with Peter Pan, running September 20–October 25 at the Keating Theatre in Sarasota.
Sarasota Opera Receives $30,000 Strategic Partnership Grant from Community Foundation
Sarasota Opera has announced a $30,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, provided by the Martha Leiter and Nancy Streetman Fund II and the Allen Wirtz Nobbe and Jo Bowen Nobbe Fund.
Arts Advocates Reveals 2025-2026 Programs And Events
Arts Advocates has unveiled its schedule of 2025-2026 programs and events, including a new Talkback Tuesdays guest speaker series, monthly luncheon programs, and more.
Florida Studio Theatre Will Open Winter Cabaret Season With FEELING GOOD
Florida Studio Theatre will open its 2025–26 Winter Cabaret Season with Feeling Good, running September 24, 2025–February 8, 2026 in the Court Cabaret.
Review: IM GONNA MARRY YOU TOBY MAGUIRE at Dingbat
Dingbat Theatre has once again demonstrated its prowess for producing unique and original works with its latest offering, 'I'm Gonna Marry You, Toby Maguire.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Opens 2025-2026 Theatre Season With PURLIE
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced the first show in its 2025-2026 “Soul Of A People” theatre season: “Purlie.
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Ron White Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (9/13-9/13) |
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Paddy O'Furniture Manatee Performing Arts Center (3/16-3/16) |
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Dear Evan Hansen Manatee Performing Arts Center (10/22-11/01) |
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Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/17-10/17) |
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The Vampire Circus Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/25-10/25) |
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The Last Romance Florida Studio Theatre (7/22-8/16) |
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Old Time Sailors Manatee Performing Arts Center (11/17-11/17) |
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Forgotten Broadway Florida Studio Theatre (7/31-8/01) |
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Larger Than Life: The Definitive Boy Band Tribute Manatee Performing Arts Center (1/26-1/26) |
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A Motown Christmas Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (12/02-1/03) |