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Enemies. Lovers. Narrators. Chaos- LADY DISDAIN at Asolo Rep
Lady Disdain at Asolo Rep Enemies.
Photos: LADY DISDAIN Now Playing at Asolo Repertory Theatre
All new photos have been released from Asolo Repertory Theatre's Rolling World Premiere of Lady Disdain, written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Sean Daniels.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota to Launch 31st Season With 24 Concerts
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota has revealed its 31st season, featuring 24 concerts across multiple series, including Soirée, Sunday Best, and Top Shelf Tuesdays, with performances at venues throughout Sarasota.
LEAVING ON A JET PLANE: A FOLK JOURNEY to Extend at Florida Studio Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre announced an extension of its summer cabaret LEAVING ON A JET PLANE: A FOLK JOURNEY at FST's Goldstein Cabaret in Sarasota, featuring folk era hits from Simon & Garfunkel, John Denver, and Joni Mitchell.
NEWSIES JR. to Feature Live Pit Orchestra at The Pops Orchestra Summer Camp
The Pops Orchestra's 'It's the Pits!' summer camp will have middle and high school musicians perform as the live pit orchestra for the Manatee Performing Arts Center's production of Disney's NEWSIES JR.
The Carbonell Awards is Seeking Nominations for Eight Special Awards to be Presented this November
Gary Schweikhart, president of the Carbonell Awards, announced that “South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors” is seeking nominations for up to eight additional Special Awards that will be presented at the 49th annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 16, at 7:30 p.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from May 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
BroadwayWorld Launches Producer Fantasy Game
BroadwayWorld's new Producer Fantasy Game lets fans draft six Broadway shows and earn points from real box office grosses, awards, and weekly predictions.
HONKY TONK ANGELS Adds Performances at Florida Studio Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre announced additional performances of HONKY TONK ANGELS at its Gompertz Theatre in Sarasota due to popular demand, featuring hits like 'These Boots Are Made for Walking' and 'Stand by Your Man.
Urbanite Theatre to Launch Season 13 With New Lineup of Productions
Urbanite Theatre announced its Season 13 lineup, continuing its run of intimate, thought-provoking work in Sarasota, FL.
LADY DISDAIN & More Lead Florida's June 2026 Top Theatre Shows
Florida is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings.
MARVIN: A MARVIN GAY REVUE to Open at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present MARVIN: A MARVIN GAYE REVUE, a new musical celebration of Marvin Gaye's catalog, directed by founder Nate Jacobs, featuring returning star Sheldon Rhoden at The Donelly Theatre in Sarasota.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.
Review: HONKY TONK ANGEL'S at Florida Studio Theatre
'HONKY TONK ANGELS' is simply a delightful and heartwarming production that cleverly weaves together a mix of old and new songs.
Review: WHO IS EARTHA MAE? at Urbanite Theatre
What did our critic think of WHO IS EARTHA MAE? at Urbanite Theatre?
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
Hermitage Artist Retreat to Host Artful Lobster Benefit and Greenfield Prize Dinner
The Hermitage Artist Retreat announced dates for two upcoming benefit events: the Artful Lobster on Manasota Key and the Greenfield Prize Dinner in Sarasota, honoring theater with a $35,000 national commission.
Sarasota Jewish Theatre Announces 2026–27 Season
Sarasota Jewish Theatre announced its 2026-27 season, featuring six productions exploring survival, identity, and memory, including regional premieres and a school tour of I NEVER SAW ANOTHER BUTTERFLY.
StageMag Launches Programmable PDF Editor for Digital Theater Programs
StageMag, the digital show program platform from BroadwayWorld, launched its new PDF Editor to all producers and stage managers using the service.
Review: LEAVING ON A JET PLANE at Florida Studio Theatre
This delightful cabaret is a musical time machine, whisking audiences away to the golden era of the 1960s with its favorite tunes that evoke a sense of innocent nostalgia.
Arts Advocates Awards $50,000 in Scholarships to 10 Sarasota-Area Students
Arts Advocates has awarded 10 Sarasota and Manatee county students $5,000 scholarships for the 2026-2027 school year, supporting emerging artists studying disciplines ranging from musical theater and violin performance to architecture, and more.
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The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/18-10/18) |
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The Garbologists by Lindsay Joelle Urbanite Theatre (1/07-2/14) |
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Boz Scaggs Rhythm Review 2026 Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/11-10/11) |
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The Vampire Circus Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/25-10/25) |
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Ahoy-Hoy by Jenny Stafford Urbanite Theatre (10/29-11/29) |
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Almighty Queen - A Tribute to Queen Manatee Performing Arts Center (10/27-10/27) |
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Neil Berg's The 70s: Long Live Rock 'N' Roll Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (11/12-11/12) |
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A Motown Revue with the Soul Sensations Manatee Performing Arts Center (2/09-2/13) |
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2026 Modern Works Festival Urbanite Theatre (9/17-9/27) |
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Old Time Sailors Manatee Performing Arts Center (11/17-11/17) |