TAPESTRY: TRIBUTE TO CAROLE KING Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2017
Tapestry: Tribute to Carole King faithfully recreates the glorious sound of a Carole King concert at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, January 23 at 8PM bringing to life the great music she wrote and recorded, including You've Got a Friend, Take Good Care of My Baby, It's Too Late, Beautiful and I Feel the Earth Move.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2017
Tapestry: Tribute to Carole King faithfully recreates the glorious sound of a Carole King concert at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, January 23 at 8PM bringing to life the great music she wrote and recorded, including You've Got a Friend, Take Good Care of My Baby, It's Too Late, Beautiful and I Feel the Earth Move.
Florida Studio Theatre Celebrates Opening of Kretzmer Artist Residence
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2017
On December 4, 2017 Florida Studio Theatre held the official dedication for the opening of the Kretzmer Artist Housing Project located on Cohen Way in the growing Rosemary District. These five new townhomes help to fill the pressing need for quality housing that is safe, accessible, and within close proximity to downtown.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2017
On December 4, 2017 Florida Studio Theatre held the official dedication for the opening of the Kretzmer Artist Housing Project located on Cohen Way in the growing Rosemary District. These five new townhomes help to fill the pressing need for quality housing that is safe, accessible, and within close proximity to downtown.
The Drifters, The Platters & Cornell Gunter's Coasters Come to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2017
Get ready to spend a nostalgic evening saluting three of the world's most beloved musical groups at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, January 18 at 8PM.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2017
Get ready to spend a nostalgic evening saluting three of the world's most beloved musical groups at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, January 18 at 8PM.
BWW Review: JOHN RINGLING'S CIRCUS NUTCRACKER at Sarasota Ballet
by Carolan Trbovich - December 18, 2017
Re-imaginings of originally presented productions often fail in execution and relevance. Some, such as Wicked's re-imagining of The Wizard of Oz, become blockbusters of their own. Sarasota Ballet's John Ringling's Circus Nutcracker is an homage to The Nutcracker and a beautiful tribute to Sarasota's own John and Mable Ringling. British choreographer Matthew Hart skillfully infused the theme, beauty and elegance of the original Nutcracker with the history, acrobatics and spectacle of the circus. Throw in a nod to the Rockettes and Michael Jackson's Thriller and you've got quite production indeed.
by Carolan Trbovich - December 18, 2017
Re-imaginings of originally presented productions often fail in execution and relevance. Some, such as Wicked's re-imagining of The Wizard of Oz, become blockbusters of their own. Sarasota Ballet's John Ringling's Circus Nutcracker is an homage to The Nutcracker and a beautiful tribute to Sarasota's own John and Mable Ringling. British choreographer Matthew Hart skillfully infused the theme, beauty and elegance of the original Nutcracker with the history, acrobatics and spectacle of the circus. Throw in a nod to the Rockettes and Michael Jackson's Thriller and you've got quite production indeed.
BWW Review: THE 1940'S RADIO HOUR at The Players Centre For Performing Arts
by Carolan Trbovich - December 17, 2017
Playing through December 23 at The Players Centre is The 1940's Radio Hour, A Prairie Home Companion-type production that takes us back to the good ole days of radio, where voices and sound effects allowed your mind to wander and create a world only you could envision. Although film and television have taken that away from us and replaced it with stunning visual effects, I still like to listen to the old radio shows, especially the mysteries. This production makes you feel comfy cozy as if you were home listening, all warm and bundled up, while it snows outside.
by Carolan Trbovich - December 17, 2017
Playing through December 23 at The Players Centre is The 1940's Radio Hour, A Prairie Home Companion-type production that takes us back to the good ole days of radio, where voices and sound effects allowed your mind to wander and create a world only you could envision. Although film and television have taken that away from us and replaced it with stunning visual effects, I still like to listen to the old radio shows, especially the mysteries. This production makes you feel comfy cozy as if you were home listening, all warm and bundled up, while it snows outside.
Jimmy Mazz Dazzles with LEGENDS AND LAUGHTER at The Players
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
For one night only -- Dec. 29 at 7:30pm -- travel through some of the greatest music hot off the Las Vegas Strip with Jimmy Mazz' smooth vocals, unique song selection and candid humor. Mazz has the incredible ability to capture the essence of these legendary performers. You don't want to miss his mastery as The Players Centre for Performing Arts once again hosts his talents in Legends & Laughter.
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
For one night only -- Dec. 29 at 7:30pm -- travel through some of the greatest music hot off the Las Vegas Strip with Jimmy Mazz' smooth vocals, unique song selection and candid humor. Mazz has the incredible ability to capture the essence of these legendary performers. You don't want to miss his mastery as The Players Centre for Performing Arts once again hosts his talents in Legends & Laughter.
Florida Studio Theatre presents HEISENBERG by Simon Stephens
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
FST continues the 2017-18 Winter Mainstage Season with the unique and gripping storytelling of Heisenberg, by Simon Stephens. Heisenberg runs from December 13, 2017 through March 4, 2018 in the Keating Theatre. Subscriptions for all four Winter Mainstage shows can be purchased for as little as $59 by phone at (941) 366-9000 or by visiting us online at www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
FST continues the 2017-18 Winter Mainstage Season with the unique and gripping storytelling of Heisenberg, by Simon Stephens. Heisenberg runs from December 13, 2017 through March 4, 2018 in the Keating Theatre. Subscriptions for all four Winter Mainstage shows can be purchased for as little as $59 by phone at (941) 366-9000 or by visiting us online at www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
Joanna Parisi Returns To Sing Norma
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Joanna Parisi returns to the Sarasota Opera House to sing the role of Norma, the Druid priestess who finds herself in a battle between love and duty.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Joanna Parisi returns to the Sarasota Opera House to sing the role of Norma, the Druid priestess who finds herself in a battle between love and duty.
BWW Review: TOO HOT TO HANDEL at Choral Artists Of Sarasota
by Carolan Trbovich - December 12, 2017
Under the direction of Dr. Joseph Holt, The Choral Artists of Sarasota, previously known as Gloria Musicae, an ensemble of 40 singers, presented Too Hot to Handel, their gospel version of Handle's Messiah last year to a crowd that wanted more. This year they moved the performance that packed the Opera House last year to the Van Wezel Hall and added the State College of Florida Concert Choir, the Festival Singers of Florida and the Manatee School for the Arts Chamber Choir.
by Carolan Trbovich - December 12, 2017
Under the direction of Dr. Joseph Holt, The Choral Artists of Sarasota, previously known as Gloria Musicae, an ensemble of 40 singers, presented Too Hot to Handel, their gospel version of Handle's Messiah last year to a crowd that wanted more. This year they moved the performance that packed the Opera House last year to the Van Wezel Hall and added the State College of Florida Concert Choir, the Festival Singers of Florida and the Manatee School for the Arts Chamber Choir.
BWW Review: SYMPHONIC CARNIVAL at Sarasota Orchestra
by Carolan Trbovich - December 12, 2017
Berlioz's 'Roman Carnival Overture, Op. 9', Barber's 'Violin Concerto, Op. 14', Berstein's 'West Side Story, Symphonic Dances', Stravinsky's 'Suite from the Firebird' (1919) was a part of the stunning repertoire presented by the Sarasota Orchestra under the magnificent direction of celebrated Guest Conductor Larry Rachleff.
by Carolan Trbovich - December 12, 2017
Berlioz's 'Roman Carnival Overture, Op. 9', Barber's 'Violin Concerto, Op. 14', Berstein's 'West Side Story, Symphonic Dances', Stravinsky's 'Suite from the Firebird' (1919) was a part of the stunning repertoire presented by the Sarasota Orchestra under the magnificent direction of celebrated Guest Conductor Larry Rachleff.
Complete Casting Announced For Asolo Rep's SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
Asolo Rep proudly kicks off its repertory season with SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE, the stunning new stage adaptation of Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard's triumphant Academy Award-winning film. The film starred Gwyneth Paltrow as Viola, who garnered an Oscar for the role, Joseph Fiennes as Will, and Dame Judi Dench as Queen Elizabeth. This lush, sweeping and timeless romantic comedy will be helmed by director and choreographer Rachel Rockwell. Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions and Sonia Friedman Productions and adapted for the stage by Lee Hall, SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE previews January 10 and 11, opens January 12 and runs in rotating repertory through March 28 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
Asolo Rep proudly kicks off its repertory season with SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE, the stunning new stage adaptation of Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard's triumphant Academy Award-winning film. The film starred Gwyneth Paltrow as Viola, who garnered an Oscar for the role, Joseph Fiennes as Will, and Dame Judi Dench as Queen Elizabeth. This lush, sweeping and timeless romantic comedy will be helmed by director and choreographer Rachel Rockwell. Originally produced by Disney Theatrical Productions and Sonia Friedman Productions and adapted for the stage by Lee Hall, SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE previews January 10 and 11, opens January 12 and runs in rotating repertory through March 28 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
DISNEY JUNIOR DANCE PARTY ON TOUR to Bring Interactive Fun to the Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
The high-energy Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, April 6 at 6PM.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
The high-energy Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, April 6 at 6PM.
Gordon Lightfoot Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
Esteemed singer-songwriter and musician Gordon Lightfoot returns to the Van Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, February 22 at 8PM. Lightfoot's stellar career includes twenty recorded albums, five Grammy nominations, induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and a vast song catalog including such classics as Early Morning Rain, If You Could Read My Mind, Carefree Highway, Rainy Day People and The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Lightfoot released his first new music in 12 years when he delivered Plans Of My Own in November 2016.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
Esteemed singer-songwriter and musician Gordon Lightfoot returns to the Van Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, February 22 at 8PM. Lightfoot's stellar career includes twenty recorded albums, five Grammy nominations, induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and a vast song catalog including such classics as Early Morning Rain, If You Could Read My Mind, Carefree Highway, Rainy Day People and The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Lightfoot released his first new music in 12 years when he delivered Plans Of My Own in November 2016.
Daughtry is Coming to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
American rock band Daughtry, formed and fronted by namesake Chris Daughtry, a finalist on the fifth season of American Idol, makes their Sarasota debut at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, March 8 at 8PM.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
American rock band Daughtry, formed and fronted by namesake Chris Daughtry, a finalist on the fifth season of American Idol, makes their Sarasota debut at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, March 8 at 8PM.
BWW Review: ECHOES at Urbanite Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - December 10, 2017
Hauntingly Beautiful Echoes Plays at The Urbanite
by Carolan Trbovich - December 10, 2017
Hauntingly Beautiful Echoes Plays at The Urbanite
BWW Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON at Straz Center For The Performing Arts
by Carolan Trbovich - December 10, 2017
The Book of Mormon at The Straz Tampa
by Carolan Trbovich - December 10, 2017
The Book of Mormon at The Straz Tampa
FST Announces 2017/18 Stage III Series
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
Bringing audiences out of their comfort zone and to the edge, Florida Studio Theatre is pleased to announce its Stage III subscription series for the 2017-18 season. This three show subscription begins with the gritty drama, How To Use A Knife. The second production will be the searing Constellations, followed by the poignant and provocative story, The Things They Carried. All performances will take place in Bowne's Lab Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
Bringing audiences out of their comfort zone and to the edge, Florida Studio Theatre is pleased to announce its Stage III subscription series for the 2017-18 season. This three show subscription begins with the gritty drama, How To Use A Knife. The second production will be the searing Constellations, followed by the poignant and provocative story, The Things They Carried. All performances will take place in Bowne's Lab Theatre.
Theatre Organist Tom Hoehn To Perform Traditional Christmas Music in A Free Concert
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
As a musical gift to the community, the Manasota Theatre Organ Society (MTOS) is presenting a free concert of popular Christmas songs and traditional carols featuring noted theatre organist Tom Hoehn, Tuesday, December 19, 6-8:30 p.m., at Grace Church, 8000 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota. Hoehn will perform on the historic Wurlitzer theatre pipe organ that MTOS owns and maintains at the church. In addition to the live music presentation, guests can enjoy the large display of outdoor lights, which are choreographed to recorded music. Grace Church's outdoor display of Christmas lights runs December 11-25, 6-9 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
As a musical gift to the community, the Manasota Theatre Organ Society (MTOS) is presenting a free concert of popular Christmas songs and traditional carols featuring noted theatre organist Tom Hoehn, Tuesday, December 19, 6-8:30 p.m., at Grace Church, 8000 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota. Hoehn will perform on the historic Wurlitzer theatre pipe organ that MTOS owns and maintains at the church. In addition to the live music presentation, guests can enjoy the large display of outdoor lights, which are choreographed to recorded music. Grace Church's outdoor display of Christmas lights runs December 11-25, 6-9 p.m.
Bowzer's Holiday Rock 'N' Roll Party to Return to Ruth Eckerd Hall This December
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
Bowzer's Holiday Rock 'N' Roll Party hosted by Jon 'Bowzer' Bauman returns to Ruth Eckerd Hall today, December 8 at 7:30 pm starring Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Original Comets, Sha Na Na reunion with Johnny Contardo & Henry Gross, Joey Dee and Bowzer & The Stingrays. Tickets go on sale Saturday, September 16 at noon.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
Bowzer's Holiday Rock 'N' Roll Party hosted by Jon 'Bowzer' Bauman returns to Ruth Eckerd Hall today, December 8 at 7:30 pm starring Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Original Comets, Sha Na Na reunion with Johnny Contardo & Henry Gross, Joey Dee and Bowzer & The Stingrays. Tickets go on sale Saturday, September 16 at noon.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory presents THE MOTHERF***ER WITH THE HAT
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training continues its 2017-18 season with Stephen Adly Giurgis' The Motherf***er with the Hat: a dark comedy about addiction, betrayal, and revenge. The Motherf***er with the Hat opens on Wednesday, January 3 and plays through January 21 in the Cook Theatre in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. A special pay-what-you-can preview will be offered to the public on Tuesday, January 2 at 7:30 p.m. with a $3 minimum.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training continues its 2017-18 season with Stephen Adly Giurgis' The Motherf***er with the Hat: a dark comedy about addiction, betrayal, and revenge. The Motherf***er with the Hat opens on Wednesday, January 3 and plays through January 21 in the Cook Theatre in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. A special pay-what-you-can preview will be offered to the public on Tuesday, January 2 at 7:30 p.m. with a $3 minimum.
Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune Come to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
Two of Broadway's most celebrated legends unite in Chita & Tune: Just in Time at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Wednesday, January 17 at 8:00PM.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
Two of Broadway's most celebrated legends unite in Chita & Tune: Just in Time at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Wednesday, January 17 at 8:00PM.
Asolo Rep Announces 2017-18 IllumiNation Series
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
Asolo Rep proudly announces its 2017-18 IllumiNation Series, promoting cross-cultural conversations in the community. Held during select Wednesday and Saturday performances throughout the 2017-18 season, IllumiNation events begin one hour prior to curtain with a reception on the mezzanine, continue with the performance, and conclude with a free and open-to-the-public community conversation where audience members can further explore the topical and social issues that they have just seen played out on stage. Five-play and three-play ticket packages are available for the series.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
Asolo Rep proudly announces its 2017-18 IllumiNation Series, promoting cross-cultural conversations in the community. Held during select Wednesday and Saturday performances throughout the 2017-18 season, IllumiNation events begin one hour prior to curtain with a reception on the mezzanine, continue with the performance, and conclude with a free and open-to-the-public community conversation where audience members can further explore the topical and social issues that they have just seen played out on stage. Five-play and three-play ticket packages are available for the series.
TANGO FIRE, CHITA RIVERA AND TOMMY TUNE Among Upcoming Events at Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
Van Wezel presents International Tango superstar German Cornejo's dance troupe, The Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires, as well as two of Broadway's most celebrated legends, Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune!
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
Van Wezel presents International Tango superstar German Cornejo's dance troupe, The Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires, as well as two of Broadway's most celebrated legends, Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune!
Renee Fleming Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
After performing a sold-out show at the Van Wezel two-years ago, Grammy Award-Winning vocalist Ren e Fleming returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, January 16 at 8:00PM.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2017
After performing a sold-out show at the Van Wezel two-years ago, Grammy Award-Winning vocalist Ren e Fleming returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, January 16 at 8:00PM.
TANGO FIRE Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
The art of Tango is set to captivate audiences with Tango Fire at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, January 12 at 8:00PM.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
The art of Tango is set to captivate audiences with Tango Fire at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, January 12 at 8:00PM.
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