Sarasota Theatre Newsroom

MARIE AND ROSETTA to Have Pay What You Will Performance At Asolo Repertory Theatre

by A.A. Cristi — April 27, 2026

Asolo Repertory Theatre will present a Pay What You Will performance of MARIE AND ROSETTA in Sarasota.

Sarasota Music Festival to Present 2026 Concert Series With Faculty and Fellows

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 27, 2026

The Sarasota Music Festival revealed its upcoming concert lineup, featuring four chamber music programs and a full-orchestra finale led by conductor Nicholas McGegan at the Sarasota Opera House.

Interview: HERBIE HANCOCK at Van Wezel

by Shanti M Kennedy — April 27, 2026

Review: LIES, SPELLS & OLD WIVES TALES at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

by Shanti — April 24, 2026

In a jubilant tribute to the influential women in our lives - our Mothers, Grandmothers, and Aunties - WBTT proudly introduces a fresh production by its very own founder and creative visionary, Nate Jacobs.

Spotlight: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Asolo Repertory Theatre

by BWW Special Offer — April 24, 2026

One of the most beloved musicals of all time arrives at Asolo Rep

Photos: LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU Opens in New Orleans

by A.A. Cristi — April 22, 2026

LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU will premiere in New Orleans as an immersive musical experience.

NEWSIES Unseats LES MISÉRABLES to Win BroadwayWorld's 2026 Ultimate Movie Musical Bracket

by Team BWW — April 22, 2026

After six weeks of voting, BroadwayWorld readers have crowned Newsies the Ultimate Best Movie Musical in the 2026 edition of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket.

Rona Siddiqui Will Return to Hermitage Beach for Songwriting Program

by Stephi Wild — April 22, 2026

Grammy-nominated composer and musical theater artist Rona Siddiqui will return to the Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota County for 'Songwriting for Character,' a sunset beach program showcasing her original work and creative process.

Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Asolo Repertory Theatre

by Shanti — April 21, 2026

This show is an absolute must-see, an experience that will leave you awestruck and surely remain a cherished memory for years to come.

PRONOUN, YOU WILL GET SICK and More Set for FSU/Asolo Conservatory 2026/2027 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 20, 2026

The FSU/Asolo Conservatory revealed its 2026/2027 season, including the Florida premiere of Pronoun, Noah Diaz's You Will Get Sick, a Shakespeare adaptation, and a New Works Play Lab in Sarasota.

Florida Studio Theatre to Present 2026 Summer Season With Musicals, Cabarets and Improv

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 20, 2026

Florida Studio Theatre has revealed its 2026 Summer Season in Sarasota, featuring three Mainstage productions, a Cabaret Series, and FST Improv performances.

MARIE & ROSETTA To Be Staged At Asolo Repertory Theatre

by Marissa Faith Curley — April 18, 2026

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming regional premiere of Marie and Rosetta, written by George Brant and directed by E.

Arts Advocates Will Honor Sarasota Art Colony Artist Beth Arthur at 100

by Stephi Wild — April 17, 2026

Arts Advocates will celebrate artist Beth Arthur, a historic Sarasota Art Colony member turning 100, with a special event at the Arts Advocates Gallery in Sarasota, where two of her paintings were recently added to the permanent collection.

Photos: First Look at FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Asolo Repertory Theatre

by Joshua Wright — April 16, 2026

Asolo Repertory Theatre presents FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, running now through May 24, 2026 at the Mertz Theatre in Sarasota, FL.

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota to Present BAROQUE TREASURES on Mother's Day

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 16, 2026

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present Baroque Treasures at First Presbyterian Church, featuring harpsichordist Paulo Bordignon and Sarasota Orchestra principals performing Handel, Bach, and Debussy.

Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Van Wezel

by Shanti — April 15, 2026

From the very first moment the lights went down, this production of Meredith Willson's beloved classic made it clear it was going to be something special.

Charisse Pearlina Weston Honored at 2026 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Gala

by Stephi Wild — April 15, 2026

Visual artist Charisse Pearlina Weston was honored at the 18th Hermitage Greenfield Prize celebration, raising over $400,000, with performances by Tony nominee Will Swenson and Hermitage Fellow Britton Smith.

Arts Advocates Reveals May 2026 Events Including Beth Arthur Celebration and Scholarship Luncheon

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 13, 2026

Arts Advocates will present a series of May 2026 events in Sarasota, including a celebration with centenarian Sarasota Art Colony artist Beth Arthur and an annual scholarship luncheon awarding $50,000 to 10 students.

Review: NEIL BERG'S 100 YEARS OF HOLLYWOOD at Van Wezel

by Shanti — April 13, 2026

Neil Berg, is a man of many hats in the entertainment world! From dazzling Hollywood to the grand stages of Broadway, he effortlessly dons the role of musician, composer, lyricist, and producer.

BroadwayWorld My Shows is Now Part of the New & Improved App

by Team BWW — April 13, 2026

Since launching last fall, BroadwayWorld My Shows has been the place where theatre fans log every production they've seen, rate performances, write reviews, and document their theatre experiences.

Florida Studio Theatre Receives $4,000 Grant to Stage Student-Written Plays

by Stephi Wild — April 10, 2026

Florida Studio Theatre (FST) has received a $4,000 grant from theatre works! to support this year's anthology of student-written plays, The Pirate Ship and the Sea Monster & Other Winning Plays.