Sarasota Opera Receives $41,000 Grant From T.T. And W.F. Chao Foundation For Purchase Of Pianos
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2025
Sarasota Opera has been awarded a $41,000 grant from the T.T. and W.F. Chao Foundation to purchase four new upright pianos. The grant completes the company’s fundraising to replace seven aging instruments, ensuring high-quality instruments for rehearsals, education, and community outreach programs.
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2025
Sarasota Opera has been awarded a $41,000 grant from the T.T. and W.F. Chao Foundation to purchase four new upright pianos. The grant completes the company’s fundraising to replace seven aging instruments, ensuring high-quality instruments for rehearsals, education, and community outreach programs.
HERMITAGE SUNSETS @ SELBY GARDENS To Feature Migdalia Cruz And Lauren Marcus In November
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat’s “Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens” series will continue November 20, 2025, with An Evening of Scenes & Songs at Historic Spanish Point in Osprey, Florida.
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat’s “Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens” series will continue November 20, 2025, with An Evening of Scenes & Songs at Historic Spanish Point in Osprey, Florida.
Photos: First Look At Sarasota Jewish Theatre's I NEVER SAW ANOTHER BUTTERFLY
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2025
Sarasota Jewish Theatre partnered with the Holocaust Education Program at Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee for an exciting new adventure. See photos of I Never Saw Another Butterfly here.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2025
Sarasota Jewish Theatre partnered with the Holocaust Education Program at Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee for an exciting new adventure. See photos of I Never Saw Another Butterfly here.
Review: PURLIE at WBTT
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 21, 2025
West Coast Black Theatre's 26th season themed “Soul of a People”, opens with the lively musical 'Purlie.' This energetic production is based on Ossie Davis's charming play 'Purlie Victorious.'
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 21, 2025
West Coast Black Theatre's 26th season themed “Soul of a People”, opens with the lively musical 'Purlie.' This energetic production is based on Ossie Davis's charming play 'Purlie Victorious.'
BEGIN AGAIN BADGE and More Set for Lifeline Productions 2025–2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2025
Lifeline Productions has revealed its 2025-2026 season lineup. The new season builds on the success of Clowns Like Me and Entangled with an expanded focus on female voices, community engagement, and national outreach.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2025
Lifeline Productions has revealed its 2025-2026 season lineup. The new season builds on the success of Clowns Like Me and Entangled with an expanded focus on female voices, community engagement, and national outreach.
FST Breaks Ground For The McGillicuddy Arts Plaza
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) will break ground on the McGillicuddy Arts Plaza on Wednesday, October 29, marking the beginning of the most ambitious expansion in the theatre's history.
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) will break ground on the McGillicuddy Arts Plaza on Wednesday, October 29, marking the beginning of the most ambitious expansion in the theatre's history.
Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN at Rise Above Performing Arts
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 20, 2025
In the 1590s, there were two brothers named Nick and Nigel Bottom, and they had a burning desire to create a play that would be a huge success. Sadly, their dreams were overshadowed by the immense popularity of a Renaissance genius known as “The Bard”, someone we all know as William Shakespeare.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 20, 2025
In the 1590s, there were two brothers named Nick and Nigel Bottom, and they had a burning desire to create a play that would be a huge success. Sadly, their dreams were overshadowed by the immense popularity of a Renaissance genius known as “The Bard”, someone we all know as William Shakespeare.
Canadian Brass Returns To Sarasota For A Festive Holiday Concert This December
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
The legendary Canadian Brass returns to Sarasota on December 2, 2025, for a holiday concert at the Sarasota Opera House, presented by the Sarasota Concert Association.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
The legendary Canadian Brass returns to Sarasota on December 2, 2025, for a holiday concert at the Sarasota Opera House, presented by the Sarasota Concert Association.
HERMITAGE SUNSETS @ BENDERSON PARK to Feature 2025 Cross Arts Collaborative Fellows
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced the first installment of this season’s “Hermitage Sunsets @ Benderson Park” series, presented in partnership with Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced the first installment of this season’s “Hermitage Sunsets @ Benderson Park” series, presented in partnership with Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy.
WBTT Voices Community Forum Will Focus on Black musicals
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is celebrating the return of its WBTT Voices Community Forum, a free program launched in 2014 that examines issues impacting society, explored through an African American lens.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is celebrating the return of its WBTT Voices Community Forum, a free program launched in 2014 that examines issues impacting society, explored through an African American lens.
Sarasota Opera Opens 2025 Fall Season With Mozart’s COSI FAN TUTTE
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
Sarasotans strolling down Pineapple Avenue this month will hear the music of Mozart filling the streets outside the Opera House as rehearsals started for Sarasota Opera’s fall opera production, Così fan tutte.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
Sarasotans strolling down Pineapple Avenue this month will hear the music of Mozart filling the streets outside the Opera House as rehearsals started for Sarasota Opera’s fall opera production, Così fan tutte.
MONSTERS OF THE AMERICAN CINEMA Opens at Urbanite Theatre October 31
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2025
Urbanite Theatre will present the regional premiere of Christian St. Croix’s Monsters of the American Cinema beginning October 31 and running through December 7, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2025
Urbanite Theatre will present the regional premiere of Christian St. Croix’s Monsters of the American Cinema beginning October 31 and running through December 7, 2025.
Cast Set for COME FROM AWAY at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed the complete casting for COME FROM AWAY, set to be presented beginning in November. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed the complete casting for COME FROM AWAY, set to be presented beginning in November. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Will Offer Pride Nights During 2025-2026 Theatre Season
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2025
During Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s 26th theatre season, which will be a celebration of the “Soul of a People,” WBTT will offer Pride Nights during the run of each regular season show.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2025
During Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s 26th theatre season, which will be a celebration of the “Soul of a People,” WBTT will offer Pride Nights during the run of each regular season show.
Arts Advocates Reveals November 2025 Events
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2025
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.
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2025
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.
Astral Mixtape and More Will Perform as Part of Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2025
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present bassoonist Eleni Katz and double bassist Nina Bernat in How Low Can You Go? and more concerts. Learn more about the upcoming events here!
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2025
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present bassoonist Eleni Katz and double bassist Nina Bernat in How Low Can You Go? and more concerts. Learn more about the upcoming events here!
Final Weeks To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2025
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.
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2025
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.
Review: FEELING GOOD at Florida Studio Theatre
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 13, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre's Winter Cabaret Season opens with 'Feeling Good', giving us a sneak peek into what the upcoming season holds. Dressed to the nines in black-tie attire, adorned with rhinestones, this show is a nod to the classic American Songbook. 'Feeling Good' effortlessly combines a fantastic song list with the trio's witty banter, creating a celebration of what a cabaret performance should embody.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 13, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre's Winter Cabaret Season opens with 'Feeling Good', giving us a sneak peek into what the upcoming season holds. Dressed to the nines in black-tie attire, adorned with rhinestones, this show is a nod to the classic American Songbook. 'Feeling Good' effortlessly combines a fantastic song list with the trio's witty banter, creating a celebration of what a cabaret performance should embody.
Sarasota Opera Reveals Don & Rachael Worthington as 2026 Gala Honorees
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
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.'
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2025
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
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
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.
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2025
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.
Interview: David Caserta of HAUNTED ILUUSIONS at Van Wezel
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 06, 2025
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, known for its various forms of merry-making and family shenanigans.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - October 06, 2025
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, known for its various forms of merry-making and family shenanigans.
Chris Bush’s ORLANDO (FL) To Have Workshop at The Hermitage
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2025
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.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2025
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.
HERMITAGE SUNSETS @ SELBY GARDENS to Open Sixth Season October 23
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2025
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.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2025
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.
A BAND CALLED HONALEE Extends at Florida Studio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2025
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.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2025
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
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2025
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.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2025
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.
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