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Florida Studio Theatre Announces The Date And Theme For Its Annual Fundraising Event
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2023
Celebrate 50 years of impact with Florida Studio Theatre at their Golden Anniversary Shindig on March 4, 2024. Join the gathering of friends, artists, and community partners to honor FST's vibrant history and exciting future.
Sarasota Jewish Theatre Receives $35,200 In Grants
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2023
Sarasota Jewish Theatre has received $35,200 in grants for their 2023-2024 season. With support from seven generous grant makers, the theatre will be able to produce a lineup of mainstage productions and traveling performances. Learn more about the funding and the impact it will have on the local arts community.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Fall Gala 'Groovin' on the Soul Train 2' Raises Over $450,000
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2023
 For Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s 24th anniversary fall gala, “Groovin’ on the Soul Train 2,” the arts organization celebrated the music from the #1 television platform for R&B and soul music.
Sarasota Orchestra Reveals Lineup of December Concerts
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2023
Sarasota Orchestra brings the cheer for a festive end to the year. The 75th Anniversary season celebration continues with a Masterworks program featuring Mozart and Mendelssohn, a holiday-themed Great Escapes, and jubilant programs in the Discoveries and Chamber Soirées series.
Florida Center For Early Childhood Is Awarded Grant From The Autism Services Grants Council
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2023
The Florida Center for Early Childhood is awarded an $8,000 grant from Autism License Plate Proceeds to expand autism screenings and support programs for individuals with autism.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Presents This Season's Holiday Show, JOYFUL! JOYFUL!
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents 'Joyful! Joyful!' - a holiday musical revue featuring new takes on traditional holiday tunes, gospel-infused classics, and pop songs. Don't miss this joyful celebration from November 29-December 30, 2023.
Artist Series Concerts Of Sarasota Presents The Queen's Six in December
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2023
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota  will present The Queen's Six on December 17, 2:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Sarasota.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Cast of TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT Beginning November 29
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre presents 'Take it to the Limit,' a high-energy tribute to the rebel musicians of the 1970s. This all-new Cabaret features iconic songs and begins playing on November 29. Get your tickets now at FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards
by BWW Awards - November 13, 2023
Voting is now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Sarasota Orchestra to Present Unique Staging of Stravinsky's 'L'Histoire du Soldat (A Soldier's Tale)'
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2023
Sarasota Orchestra presents a unique staging of Stravinsky's 'L'Histoire du Soldat (A Soldier's Tale)' on November 19. Produced and directed by Logan Gabrielle Schulman.
Interview: Justin Gomiak of VAN WEZEL EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY at Van Wezel
by Shanti Kennedy - November 10, 2023
Like a lot of our neighbors, and maybe our own journey to becoming a permanent resident of Sarasota, Justin Gomlak first came here on vacation. After coming for a few years, the lifestyle, culture and the arts scene made him take stock of what was important in his life and move out of the Big Apple. Gomlak made the most of his 25 years as a resident of New York City, including many impressive years of stage performances (on and off-Broadway), obtaining a master’s degree from NYU (in Educational Leadership), teaching at some of the best private/ parochial schools and much more. 
Choral Artists of Sarasota to Present A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Featuring Holiday Harmonies and Festive Favorites
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2023
Choral Artists of Sarasota’s 45th season will continue with “A Christmas Celebration!” featuring an evening of holiday harmonies and festive favorites, including African American spirituals.
Florida Center For Early Childhood Welcomes Kate Reed As Its Chief Philanthropy Officer
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2023
The Florida Center for Early Childhood recently welcomed Kate Reed as its chief philanthropy officer. Reed has spent two decades in the nonprofit and corporate sectors leading development, strategic planning and marketing efforts.
Hermitage Unveils New January And February Programs
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2023
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has revealed new programs throughout the months of January and February.
Florida Studio Theatre Receives Arts Appreciation Grant From Gulf Coast Community Foundation
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre has announced that Gulf Coast Community Foundation (Gulf Coast) has awarded the regional theatre a $55,000 Arts Appreciation Grant, underwriting FST's current three-show Winter Cabaret Series, upcoming four-show Winter Mainstage Series, and 2024 Summer Mainstage Series.
Art Center Sarasota's New Exhibitions Feature Work by Aimee Jones, Ethan Fielder and Tom Casmer
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2023
 Art Center Sarasota’s 2023-2024 exhibition season continues with four exhibits, November 27-January 13.
ensembleNEWSRQ Continues Eighth Season With LIGETI'S 100TH
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2023
 ensembleNEWSRQ (enSRQ), the innovative chamber music ensemble, continues its eighth season with “Ligeti's 100th,” a program celebrating the birth centennial of the incomparable Hungarian-Austrian composer György Ligeti.
Review: BEYOND THE VEIL at First Congregational Church
by Shanti Kennedy - October 31, 2023
What did our critic think of BEYOND THE VEIL at First Congregational Church?
Banjoist/Vocalist Cynthia Sayer and her Joyride Band to Open The Glenridge Performing Arts Center Season
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2023
Discover the captivating sounds of multi-award winning banjoist/vocalist Cynthia Sayer and her Joyride Band as they take the stage at The Glenridge Performing Arts Center.
Florida Studio Theatre Receives $75,000 Grant From The Shubert Foundation
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre has received a $75,000 grant from The Shubert Foundation. The grant will be used for general operating support for FST's 2023-2024 Season, which opened last month with the original music revue, Up on the Roof, and will run through mid-October 2024.
Review: ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Shanti Kennedy - October 30, 2023
This multi-award winning musical started running in the 1990’s off-Broadway and has been revived multiple times. Once on This Island was nominated for 9 Tony Awards, winning in the category of Best Revival of a musical in 2018. Take note, as this musical is currently in development by Disney as a film adaptation.  
Levis JCC Reveals West Boca Theatre Company 2023-2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2023
 The Levis JCC Sandler Center has revealed this season’s award-winning line-up of five professional and topical musical, comedic and dramatic performances presented by West Boca Theatre Company.
Nik Wallenda & Circus Arts Conservatory Present A BRAVE NEW WONDERLAND, November 18- December 31
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
Experience the extraordinary holiday spectacle, 'A Brave New Wonderland,' presented by Nik Wallenda & Circus Arts Conservatory. Immerse yourself in world-class circus acts, stunning visuals, and messages of diversity and strength. Get your tickets now for this immersive show!
Review: NEWSIES at Rise Above
by Shanti Kennedy - October 24, 2023
What did our critic think of NEWSIES at Rise Above? Rise Above Theater takes this show on in stride. There were many production choices that made this not just a night at the theater, but an experience! From being greeted at the door and ushered to our seats by the costumed cast, to the entire theater being used as a stage including side bar and aisles.
Sarasota Concert Hosts Presents A Special Holiday Concert with Canadian Brass
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
The world’s most famous brass quintet, Canadian Brass is bringing their wildly popular holiday concert to Sarasota’s Opera House on Monday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m., performing festive favorites, from Carol of the Bells to A Charlie Brown Christmas, swinging Glenn Miller tunes, and more.  

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