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Sarasota Jewish Theatre Announces JEWISH JOURNEYS For 2024-2025 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2024
Sarasota Jewish Theatre has announced its 2024-2025 season, featuring a series titled JEWISH JOURNEYS. The lineup explores Jewish themes and stories, offering audiences a rich cultural experience.
Naärai Returns to Sarasota for Two Concerts at WBTT
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2024
 In November, music fans are in for a treat as Naärai – a Sarasota native and the daughter of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs – returns to grace the WBTT stage.
Florida Studio Theatre Serves Up WAITRESS This November
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2024
Florida Studio Theatre has announced the upcoming production of the Broadway musical WAITRESS this November.
Hermitage Reveals Fall Program Changes After Hurricanes
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2024
The Hermitage Artist Retreat announced a modified program schedule for October and November following the impact of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. Despite the damages to the Hermitage campus on Manasota Key, the planned program with Broadway veteran Britton Smith will be moving ahead this Thursday at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Downtown Sarasota.
Submit Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards – 2 Weeks Left!
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2024
There are just two weeks left to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards. The 2024 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Ryan Vona, Anne L. Nathan & More Join BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed the complete cast of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical starring Julia Knitel as Carole King. See who else is starring and learn more about the production.
Photos: OFF THE CHARTS at Florida Studio Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - October 06, 2024
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is taking audiences on a nostalgic musical journey, with Off the Charts, an original cabaret of jukebox pop favorites by Rebecca Hopkins and Richard Hopkins & Sarah Durham with musical arrangements by Jim Prosser. The production runs through February 9, 2025, in the Court Cabaret, located in the Hegner Theatre Wing at FST. Check out photos here!
Sarasota Orchestra Receives Grant From The Exchange
by Blair Ingenthron - October 05, 2024
Sarasota Orchestra has received a $30,000 grant from The Exchange in support of the 2024-2025 Young Person's Concerts (YPC). Sarasota Orchestra's YPC are experienced by nearly 9,000 students annually and have been presented since 1953.
Empowering Arts Grant Award From Gulf Coast Community Foundation Fuels Embracing Our Differences' Year-round Educational Initiatives
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2024
Sarah Wertheimer, the executive director of Embracing Our Differences, recently announced that the organization has received a $50,000 Empowering Arts Grant Award made possible through the Charlotte Ellis Charitable Fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation.
JENNIFER, WHO IS LEAVING Comes to Urbanite Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2024
After a successful Modern Works Festival kicked off the season, Urbanite Theatre’s eleventh season is about to go into full swing with the regional premiere of JENNIFER, WHO IS LEAVING, opening on October 18th. We are thrilled to be presenting this work by the accomplished playwright Morgan Gould, a recent graduate of the prestigious Lila Acheson Wallace Playwriting Fellowship Program at Juilliard.
Sarasota Orchestra Announces 2024-2025 Harmony Gallery Artists
by Blair Ingenthron - October 02, 2024
Sarasota Orchestra has announced six exhibitions at the Orchestra's Harmony Gallery to take place during the 2024-2025 season, including a collaboration with Booker High School featuring works by students from the school's venerated Visual and Performing Arts program.
Arts Advocates Reveals November 2024 Events Including 55th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2024
Arts Advocates announced their November 2024 events, including a 55th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon. The events will feature various activities and opportunities to engage with the arts community.
Tickets Now On Sale For Circus Arts Conservatory's 2024-2025 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2024
General ticket sales for the Circus Arts Conservatory's 2024-2025 season have begun, featuring the 75th anniversary of the Sailor Circus Academy with a special Diamond Jubilee Show from December 26-29.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Will Host One Quartet, Two Trios, and Three Statewide Piano Competition Winners
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2024
 Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present the Yamazalde Trio on November 2 at Church of the Palms, Winner’s Circle on November 7 at Sarasota Yacht Club, PROJECT Trio on November 19 at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and Excelsis Percussion Quartet on November 24 at First Presbyterian Church.
Sarasota Orchestra Opens New Season With Free Family Concert
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2024
Sarasota Orchestra will kick off its new season with a special, full orchestra concert for families entitled FREE Family Concert: Orchestra Games. Sarasota Orchestra invites families to come out for an evening of symphonic music in a narrated concert specially designed for elementary and middle school aged audiences.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Will Open Season With SOUL CROONERS: SOLID GOLD EDITION
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2024
To open its 25th anniversary theatre season, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has selected a fan favorite: “Soul Crooners: Solid Gold Edition.” The original musical revue – which was written, adapted and is being directed by WBTT Founder/Artistic Director Nate Jacobs – runs October 9-November 17, 2024 in The Donelly Theatre.
New Musical ORLANDO Debuts In October At Theatre Row
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
ORLANDO, a new musical based on Virginia Woolf's classic novel, will debut Off-Broadway on Friday, October 11 at Theatre Row – Theatre 5 (410 West 42nd Street) for a limited engagement.
Hermitage Artist Retreat Adds A Grammy Nominee, A UK Playwright, And More To Fall Line-Up
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced its fall line-up featuring Grammy nominee Allison Loggins-Hull, UK playwright Nathaniel Martello-White, and more, offering a diverse range of artistic events and performances.
Photos: Lloyd Suh's FRANKLINLAND In Rehearsals At Ensemble Studio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2024
Ensemble Studio Theatre will open its 56th Season with the New York premiere of FRANKLINLAND, a comedy by Lloyd Suh, Pulitzer Finalist, EST Member Artist, and alumni of EST’s Youngblood Playwrights Program. See photos from inside the rehearsal room.
Review: SHREK THE MUSICAL at Van Wezel
by Shanti M. Kennedy - September 25, 2024
In a fun and heartwarming tale that many of us know well, 'Shrek the Musical' tells the story of an embittered ogre named Shrek whose peaceful swamp home is taken over by fairy tale creatures banished by the power-hungry Lord Farquaad. With the comical Donkey by his side, Shrek strikes a deal with Farquaad to save Princess Fiona and, in return, secure the rights to his beloved swamp.
Julia Knitel Will Lead BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Asolo Repertory Theatre With Shelley Butler Directing
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced initial casting to the 2024 – 2025 season, which begins November 13 with Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Broadway actress and Beautiful veteran, Julia Knitel will lead the cast as Carole King.
Pianist Michael Stephen Brown to be Presented In Duo Recital By Artist Series Concerts Of Sarasota
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2024
Esteemed pianist Michael Stephen Brown will perform in a duo recital presented by Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota. Mr. Brown will be joined by violinist Arnaud Sussmann. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
Clara Reynardus De Villanueva Is Appointed To Art Center Sarasota's Board Of Directors
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2024
Clara Reynardus de Villanueva was announced as the newest member of Art Center Sarasota's board of directors, bringing her extensive experience in the arts and community engagement to the organization.
Sarasota Orchestra Receives 65K Grant From Community Foundation Of Sarasota County
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2024
Sarasota Orchestra announced it received a grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County for FY25. The funding will support the orchestra's educational programs and community outreach initiatives.
Review: THE FANTASTICKS at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by Jacob Ruscoe - September 20, 2024
The Fantasticks, the beloved musical that has captured the hearts of audiences for over 50 years, recently graced the stage at the Manatee Performing Arts Center, and what a delightful performance it was! With its timeless story, enchanting music, and talented cast, this production of The Fantasticks was truly an engaging experience.

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