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The Patterson Foundation Kickstarts Sarasota Opera's Entrepreneurial Plan Fundraising With Up To $50,000 Match
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2023
The Patterson Foundation is strengthening Sarasota Opera's effort to boost earned income matching up to $50,000 in growth capital investments toward its Sarasota Opera Costume Studio. Learn more about the organization and its fundraising efforts here!
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Awards Scholarships
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced that it has, for the fifth consecutive year, awarded WBTT Artist Development scholarships to deserving students. Learn more about the recipients here!
Single Tickets to Asolo Repertory Theatre's Upcoming Season Go on Sale Next Week
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2023
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced that single tickets to its upcoming season will go on sale September 11 at 10 a.m. Learn more about the 2023-24 season, ticket prices, discounts, and more here!
Florida Studio Theatre Reveals Lineup For 50th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre has announced the lineup for its 50th Anniversary Season, featuring a four-show Winter Mainstage Series and a three-show Winter Cabaret Series.  Learn more about the full lineup here!
Sarasota Concert Association 2023-2024 Single Tickets on Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2023
The Sarasota Concert Association has announced that all single tickets for the 2023-2024 season are now on sale, including 5 Great Performers Concerts, and a very special, fun-filled Holiday concert.
September Events at Creative Liberties Include Summer Second Saturday Open Studio, Family Art Day, and More
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2023
Creative Liberties Artist Studios and Gallery, based on a foundation of artists helping artists, continues its season's offerings with an all-packed September, starting with the Summer Second Saturday Open Studios, Saturday, September 9, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Asolo Rep Appoints New Directors Of Development And Marketing
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2023
Asolo Repertory Theatre announced today that Sarah Johnson has been named the theatre's new Director of Development and Eric Pugh has been named Director of Marketing and Communications, both are now serving in these capacities.
Florida Studio Theatre Reveals 2023-2024 Children's Theatre Series Lineup
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2023
 Florida Studio Theatre has announced the lineup for its four-show Children’s Theatre Series, providing families with outstanding theatre experiences on the weekend at an affordable price.
Hermitage Reveals First Wave of Fall and Winter Programs
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2023
 The Hermitage Artist Retreat announces the first wave of new public programs through the end of 2023, featuring acclaimed Hermitage Fellows in music, theater, dance, literature, visual art, and more – with additional events to be announced.
Sarasota Orchestra and Musicians Finalize Multi-Year Labor Agreement
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2023
Sarasota Orchestra and the American Federation of Musicians Florida Gulf Coast, Local 427-721, finalized a three-year collective bargaining agreement ratified by the Symphonic Musicians Sarasota. Effective for the 2023-2024 season through the 2025-2026 season, the successor agreement includes a 5% annual wage increase for each year of the agreement.  
Sarasota Opera Reveals Casting For its 2024 Winter Opera Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2023
Casting has been announced for the 2024 Winter Opera Festival.  Audiences can look forward to a thrilling season, which opens on February 17th, featuring Bizet’s Carmen, Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor, Verdi’s Luisa Miller, and Haydn's Deceit Outwitted (L’infedeltà delusa). 
Sarasota Concert Association Will Hold Free Music Matinees for 2024
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2023
The Sarasota Concert Association announces its exciting 2024 Music Matinees concert series. Performances now take place at First Presbyterian Church, downtown Sarasota, at 2 p.m. These four FREE afternoon concerts showcase outstanding regional musicians performing a variety of musical styles. From classical to marimba, this concert series includes something for everyone. 
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Seeks Local Support During Give 8/28
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2023
August 2023 will mark the sixth time The Young, Black & Giving Back Institute has sponsored Give 8/28 – a day of giving to Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits – and the fourth year Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has participated.
Sarasota Opera Receives GoodUse Grant From Southface Institute
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2023
​​​​​​​Southface Institute recently named Sarasota Opera Association, Inc. as a GoodUse Sarasota recipient, providing $75,000 in funding and technical assistance to make cost-saving efficiency improvements. These resources will support Sarasota Opera's Pavilion Project, a campaign to raise funds for replacement of the failing HVAC system in its Pavilion building and to make targeted building upgrades that will increase Sarasota Opera's environmental and financial sustainability.
ensembleNewSRQ Presents The Suncoast Composer Fellowship Program Concert and Conversation September 5
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2023
ensembleNEWSRQ (enSRQ), the innovative chamber music ensemble, has collaborated with Sarasota-based Soundbox Ventures in the Suncoast Composer Fellowship Program (SCFP), a new residency program for six emerging composers and nine classical musicians.
Art Center Sarasota Receives Grant From the Florida Department of State Division of Arts & Culture
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2023
The Florida Department of State Division of Arts & Culture awarded Art Center Sarasota a $43,297 grant to support the organization’s 2023-2024 season. 
FST Extends Run Of Ken Ludwig's A COMEDY OF TENORS
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre has announced that, due to audience demand, the theatre is extending the run of Ken Ludwig's A Comedy of Tenors, a rollicking comedy full of mistaken identities, slamming doors, and comical misunderstandings.
Sharon Preston-Folta and Jaiden Johnson Join the Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative Team
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2023
The Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative, a nonprofit organization that uses the unifying power of the arts to nurture inclusion and diversity across the regional arts and cultural landscape, welcomes two new team members.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Greatness Beyond Measure Present CENTER STAGE LIVE! Featuring The Bolds Brothers, August 19 & 20
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2023
​​​​​​​Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Greatness Beyond Measure are collaborating on Center Stage Live! featuring two concerts by brothers Jordan and Joel Bolds, who will present a sizzling blend of electrifying soul, gospel, and smooth jazz. Special guest artists Charlie “CJ” Melton – a young regular on WBTT's stage – and Marc Dortch will contribute vocals.
Denis Jones to Direct Asolo Rep's Production of CRAZY FOR YOU
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2023
Get the latest news on Asolo Rep's production of Crazy For You, directed by Denis Jones. Find out show dates and ticket information for this highly anticipated musical revival. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Crazy For You at Asolo Rep.
Embracing Our Differences Receives Tourist Development Cultural/Arts Grant for its 2024 Exhibition Season
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2023
The Sarasota County Commission awarded Embracing Our Differences a $71,909 Tourist Development Cultural/Arts grant to help fund its 2024 exhibition season, which runs January 21 through April 14 in Sarasota’s Bayfront Park.
The Hermitage Artist Retreat Announces Dates for 2023-2024 Benefit Events
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2023
The Hermitage Artist Retreat will host its annual Artful Lobster benefit will be held on Saturday, November 11th, 2023, from 11:30am to 2pm.
The Van Wezel Included on the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation's 'Florida's 11 To Save List'
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2023
The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation recently announced that the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has been added to the 2023 Florida's 11 to Save, a list of the most threatened historic properties in the state. The initiative highlights endangered historic sites throughout Florida as nominated by the public and is an important step in advocating for their preservation.
EnsembleNEWSRQ Will Welcome Kate Mulligan As The Group's First General Manager
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2023
For the first time in its nine-year history, ensembleNEWSRQ (enSRQ) is adding a general manager to its staff. A professional musician and an entrepreneurial and vision-driven leader who reimagines and transforms arts organizations to help them achieve their mission, Kate Mulligan most recently served as the executive director of Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey.
The Glenridge at Palmer Ranch Awards 18 Scholarships to Outstanding Staff Members and Their Families
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2023
For the past 13 years, The Glenridge at Palmer Ranch has awarded outstanding staff members and their children funds to pursue higher education and learning opportunities. The late Mary Nesbit, a former dean of The Glenridge Academy, a lifelong learning program at The Glenridge, launched the scholarship initiative in 2010 with two $600 individual scholarships.

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