Theatre Odyssey to Present 18TH ANNUAL 10-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2023
Eight playwrights from Florida, including a past winner, have new work featured in Theatre Odyssey's 18th Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2023
Eight playwrights from Florida, including a past winner, have new work featured in Theatre Odyssey's 18th Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival.
Asolo Repertory Theatre Reveals Ross Egan as New Managing Director
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
After a national search, Asolo Repertory Theatre's incoming Producing Artistic Director Peter Rothstein along with the Board of Directors has selected Ross Egan as the new managing director. Egan will assume the role on July 1, 2023 following the planned departure of Linda DiGabriele on June 30, 2023. DiGabriele has been at Asolo Rep for 50 years, with 35 of those years in the position of managing director.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
After a national search, Asolo Repertory Theatre's incoming Producing Artistic Director Peter Rothstein along with the Board of Directors has selected Ross Egan as the new managing director. Egan will assume the role on July 1, 2023 following the planned departure of Linda DiGabriele on June 30, 2023. DiGabriele has been at Asolo Rep for 50 years, with 35 of those years in the position of managing director.
Review: BIG SEXY: THE FATS WALLER REVUE At Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Carolan Trbovich - May 03, 2023
What did our critic think of BIG SEXY: THE FATS WALLER REVUE at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe?
by Carolan Trbovich - May 03, 2023
What did our critic think of BIG SEXY: THE FATS WALLER REVUE at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe?
The Circus Arts Conservatory And The Ringling Partner Once Again For THE SUMMER CIRCUS SPECTACULAR
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2023
Circus fans of all ages, from near and far, can beat the heat this summer at reasonable prices while experiencing the best of the circus arts, thanks to the continued partnership of The Circus Arts Academy and The Ringling. The Summer Circus Spectacular returns this year, with some of the circus world's most exciting acts signed on for the one-hour, action-packed show.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2023
Circus fans of all ages, from near and far, can beat the heat this summer at reasonable prices while experiencing the best of the circus arts, thanks to the continued partnership of The Circus Arts Academy and The Ringling. The Summer Circus Spectacular returns this year, with some of the circus world's most exciting acts signed on for the one-hour, action-packed show.
FRIDAY FEST Returns To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2023
Friday Fest, the free, outdoor summertime concert series at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall returns this year with an exciting lineup of bands who will bring the audience to their feet! The events run from 5-9 p.m. and are located on the lawn of the Van Wezel.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2023
Friday Fest, the free, outdoor summertime concert series at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall returns this year with an exciting lineup of bands who will bring the audience to their feet! The events run from 5-9 p.m. and are located on the lawn of the Van Wezel.
Sarasota Orchestra Reveals 2023 Festival Highlights
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2023
Sarasota Music Festival announced its concert programs for the 2023 Festival season. This year’s Festival centers around a special theme that ties together the 12 concerts: the power of storytelling through music.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2023
Sarasota Music Festival announced its concert programs for the 2023 Festival season. This year’s Festival centers around a special theme that ties together the 12 concerts: the power of storytelling through music.
Florida Studio Theatre Reveals Summer Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre has announced the lineup for its 2023 Summer Season, featuring a three-show Mainstage Series and a three-show Cabaret Series.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre has announced the lineup for its 2023 Summer Season, featuring a three-show Mainstage Series and a three-show Cabaret Series.
Summer Movies At Sarasota Opera House To Begin May 12, 2023
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2023
Sarasota Opera has announced the lineup for the 2023 Summer Classic Movies at the Opera House. The Classic Movies at the Opera House series featuring many beloved movies will open on Friday, May 12th at 7:30 pm with 2001: A Space Odyssey. Throughout the summer and into the fall, featured movies will include films ranging from the 1930's to the 1990's. Tickets will be $12 and will go on sale starting on Wednesday, May 3. Additional movie titles are detailed below.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2023
Sarasota Opera has announced the lineup for the 2023 Summer Classic Movies at the Opera House. The Classic Movies at the Opera House series featuring many beloved movies will open on Friday, May 12th at 7:30 pm with 2001: A Space Odyssey. Throughout the summer and into the fall, featured movies will include films ranging from the 1930's to the 1990's. Tickets will be $12 and will go on sale starting on Wednesday, May 3. Additional movie titles are detailed below.
CreArte Latino Cultural Center Presents NUESTRA COMUNIDAD Beginning in May
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2023
Facilitated by poet and psychotherapist Claudia Lozano, the series features topics of interest to the local Latinx community. The program, which meets monthly, will be presented in both English and Spanish.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2023
Facilitated by poet and psychotherapist Claudia Lozano, the series features topics of interest to the local Latinx community. The program, which meets monthly, will be presented in both English and Spanish.
Derek Hough Comes to Sarasota With SYMPHONY OF DANCE This December
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
Following the sold-out successes Derek Live: The Tour, and of Move Live on Tour and Move – Beyond – Live on Tour, including multiple sellouts at prestigious venues such as Radio City Music Hall, DEREK HOUGH returns with a monumental experience for 2023 – DEREK HOUGH SYMPHONY OF DANCE.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
Following the sold-out successes Derek Live: The Tour, and of Move Live on Tour and Move – Beyond – Live on Tour, including multiple sellouts at prestigious venues such as Radio City Music Hall, DEREK HOUGH returns with a monumental experience for 2023 – DEREK HOUGH SYMPHONY OF DANCE.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College Reveals Summer Adventures Program
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
Registration is open for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College's Summer Adventures Program. The seven-week program runs from May 15 to June 30, 2023, and offers one-of-a-kind lifelong learning experiences for adults. Unless noted, all lectures, presentations, and films take place at Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2023
Registration is open for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College's Summer Adventures Program. The seven-week program runs from May 15 to June 30, 2023, and offers one-of-a-kind lifelong learning experiences for adults. Unless noted, all lectures, presentations, and films take place at Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design.
WHEEL OF FORTUNE LIVE! Announces Sarasota Engagement This December
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2023
“Wheel of Fortune LIVE!,” a theatrical experience, will be coming to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota on Sunday, December 17 at 7 p.m. The live stage show, produced by Right Angle Entertainment in collaboration with Sony Pictures Television and UTA, is the one-and-only way fans can experience America's Game in person outside of Sony Pictures Studios. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 28 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2023
“Wheel of Fortune LIVE!,” a theatrical experience, will be coming to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota on Sunday, December 17 at 7 p.m. The live stage show, produced by Right Angle Entertainment in collaboration with Sony Pictures Television and UTA, is the one-and-only way fans can experience America's Game in person outside of Sony Pictures Studios. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 28 at 10 a.m.
Sarasota Opera Will Host National Finals Of Schmidt Vocal Competition
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2023
Sarasota Opera will host the finals for Schmidt Vocal Arts (SVA) second annual national Schmidt Vocal Competition at Sarasota Opera House June 2-4, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2023
Sarasota Opera will host the finals for Schmidt Vocal Arts (SVA) second annual national Schmidt Vocal Competition at Sarasota Opera House June 2-4, 2023.
Review: WE ALL FALL DOWN at The Players Centre
by Carolan Trbovich - April 20, 2023
What did our critic think of WE ALL FALL DOWN at The Players Centre? Who doesn't like a good Seder? The lovely gathering. The kosher wine. The heartfelt tradition. The kosher wine. The four questions. The kosher wine. The Culture Clash. The identity clash. The guilt. More wine, please.
by Carolan Trbovich - April 20, 2023
What did our critic think of WE ALL FALL DOWN at The Players Centre? Who doesn't like a good Seder? The lovely gathering. The kosher wine. The heartfelt tradition. The kosher wine. The four questions. The kosher wine. The Culture Clash. The identity clash. The guilt. More wine, please.
SQUEAKY WHEEL FRINGE To Make Noise In Sarasota/Manatee This June
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2023
Fringe is coming to the Sarasota/Manatee area June 8th-11th, 2023 at the Cook Theatre located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2023
Fringe is coming to the Sarasota/Manatee area June 8th-11th, 2023 at the Cook Theatre located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
WBTT, Key Chorale Collaborate On GRACE: The Spirit Of Aretha at Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Key Chorale will honor Aretha Franklin, the “Queen of Soul,” on the 50th anniversary of her groundbreaking Grammy Award-winning album, 'Amazing Grace.' WBTT artists Matelyn Alicia and Naärai will join Key Chorale, along with its featured soloist, Amy Connours, for 'Grace: The Spirit of Aretha.'
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Key Chorale will honor Aretha Franklin, the “Queen of Soul,” on the 50th anniversary of her groundbreaking Grammy Award-winning album, 'Amazing Grace.' WBTT artists Matelyn Alicia and Naärai will join Key Chorale, along with its featured soloist, Amy Connours, for 'Grace: The Spirit of Aretha.'
Embracing Our Differences' 20th Anniversary Exhibit Ends North Pond Run, April 19
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2023
Since 2004, Embracing Our Differences has used the power of art and prose to promote respect and kindness. One way it achieves this is through its annual, juried international outdoor art exhibition comprising 50 billboard-sized works of art, each accompanied by an inspirational quotation.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2023
Since 2004, Embracing Our Differences has used the power of art and prose to promote respect and kindness. One way it achieves this is through its annual, juried international outdoor art exhibition comprising 50 billboard-sized works of art, each accompanied by an inspirational quotation.
WBTT Presents First 2023 Young Artist Program Showcase, Featuring Brentney J
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the tenth year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members can showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the tenth year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members can showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows.
Hermitage Welcomes Stacia Lee as Managing Director
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, announced today the organization has welcomed Stacia Lee as its first Managing Director, following a national search that commenced earlier this season.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2023
Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, announced today the organization has welcomed Stacia Lee as its first Managing Director, following a national search that commenced earlier this season.
Cast Announced For MAN OF LA MANCHA at Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2023
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the final show in its 64th season, MAN OF LA MANCHA. Peter Rothstein returns to direct this reimagined musical which was written by Dale Wasserman, with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2023
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the final show in its 64th season, MAN OF LA MANCHA. Peter Rothstein returns to direct this reimagined musical which was written by Dale Wasserman, with music by Mitch Leigh and lyrics by Joe Darion.
Sarasota Art Museum and Hermitage Artist Retreat Present Collaborative Exhibitions To Spotlight Renowned Hermitage Alumni In 2024
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design and the Hermitage Artist Retreat have announced an expansion of their existing collaboration that will culminate with two full-scale art exhibitions at Sarasota Art Museum in the spring of 2024.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College of Art and Design and the Hermitage Artist Retreat have announced an expansion of their existing collaboration that will culminate with two full-scale art exhibitions at Sarasota Art Museum in the spring of 2024.
FST Announces Winners of Annual Youth Playwriting Competition
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre has announced the winning plays of this year's annual youth playwriting competition. Now in its 32nd year, FST's WRITE A PLAY program is an arts-in-education initiative, providing students with the example, the inspiration, and the skills to write their own original plays.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
Florida Studio Theatre has announced the winning plays of this year's annual youth playwriting competition. Now in its 32nd year, FST's WRITE A PLAY program is an arts-in-education initiative, providing students with the example, the inspiration, and the skills to write their own original plays.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Closes its 27th Season With Violins and Violas
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota presents its final two programs of the 2022-23 season in May: Vivaldi and Mendelssohn, 7:30 pm on May 9 at Sarasota Opera House, featuring four young concertmasters; and Viola Royale, with brothers Paul and Steven Laraia, 4:00 pm on May 14 at First Presbyterian Church.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota presents its final two programs of the 2022-23 season in May: Vivaldi and Mendelssohn, 7:30 pm on May 9 at Sarasota Opera House, featuring four young concertmasters; and Viola Royale, with brothers Paul and Steven Laraia, 4:00 pm on May 14 at First Presbyterian Church.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Closes 2022-2023 Season With BIG SEXY: The Fats Waller Revue
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will conclude its 2022-2023 “American Dreams” theatre season with the world-premiere musical revue, “Big Sexy: The Fats Waller Revue.”
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2023
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will conclude its 2022-2023 “American Dreams” theatre season with the world-premiere musical revue, “Big Sexy: The Fats Waller Revue.”
HAMILTON, HADESTOWN, and More Headline Van Wezel 2023-24 Broadway Season
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2023
The Van Wezel has announced its 2023-24 Broadway season, which kicks off in November with Pretty Woman: the Musical. Learn more about the full season here!
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2023
The Van Wezel has announced its 2023-24 Broadway season, which kicks off in November with Pretty Woman: the Musical. Learn more about the full season here!
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