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The Ringling Museum of Art to Host Salsa Party With Jeremy Bosch and Los Hacheros
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2022
Come dance to the sounds of one of today's most revered salsa bands at the HOT Salsa Party and the season kickoff on Saturday, October 22, 2022, in the Courtyard of the John and Mable Museum of Art.
Review: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's GUYS AND DOLLS
by Carolan Trbovich - October 17, 2022
Guys and Dolls is a musical featuring lyrics and music by Frank Loesser and book by Abe Burrow and Jo Swerling. The production follows the lives of New York’s underworld of guys who are cheats, gamblers and gangsters, and the dolls they love that make their lives even more complicated. It premiered on the Broadway stage in 1950. Many will remember the 1955 film version starring the all-star cast of Frank Sinatra, Marlon Brando, Jean Simmons and Vivian Blaine. So many memorable songs came from this production.
Chris Isaak Brings the Everybody Knows It's Christmas Tour to the Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2022
Chris Isaak, known for his smoldering vocals, released Everybody Knows It's Christmas (Sun Records/Virgin UMG) on October 14th with a vinyl edition coming on November 19th. The album features an original track called “Almost Christmas.” The album will be supported by in-store vinyl signings and a tour.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Names 2022-2023 Board
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2022
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced its 2022-2023 Board of Trustees, who are charged with sharing their expertise and providing guidance to the arts organization.
​​​​​​​Asolo Repertory Theatre Announces Full Cast For CABARET
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the opening show in its 64th season, CABARET. Broadway and Asolo Rep favorite Josh Rhodes returns to direct this classic musical with a book by Joe Masteroff, based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood, with music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb.
Art Center Sarasota And The Boys & Girls Club Of Manatee Seek Artist To Design Mural
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2022
Art Center Sarasota (ACS) is actively seeking an artist to design a mural for a collaborative initiative it recently launched with the Boys & Girls Club of Manatee County.
16 Local Artists View Artifacts With A Contemporary Gaze In New Halo Arts Project Exhibit 'Justified + Ancient'
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2022
Halo Arts Project and MARA Art Studio + Gallery present a compelling new exhibit, Justified + Ancient, which pairs 16 accomplished contemporary artists with 16 ancient artifacts from a range of 3000 BC to the 19th century, challenging artists to redesign and reimagine the works through their own representation.
Leanne Morgan To Donate A Portion Of Ticket Sales From Sarasota Show To Support Survivors Of Hurricane Ian
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2022
Leanne Morgan will be donating a portion of her ticket sales from her show at Van Wezel Performing Arts Center in Sarasota, Florida, to support the survivors of Hurricane Ian. The proceeds will be donated to the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. Morgan will be performing on Oct. 16, 2022.
FST's 22-23 Winter Mainstage Series Opens With Hit Broadway Musical, SOMETHING ROTTEN!
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) kicks off its 49th Winter Mainstage Series with Something Rotten!, a hit musical comedy that was nominated for ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Submit Nominations For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards Before October 31st
by BWW Awards - October 12, 2022
There's still time left to submit nominations for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards before the deadline at 11:59 PM ET on October 31st!
$112K Raised For Hurricane Ian Recovery Efforts Through Sarasota Orchestra and Van Wezel Concert
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2022
Sarasota Orchestra and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall held a special concert on Friday evening to benefit Hurricane Ian recovery efforts.
Disney Princess - The Concert Comes To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2022
For generations, the music of Disney's princesses has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, for the first time in forever, these beloved songs come to life on stage in DISNEY PRINCESS – THE CONCERT! Be our guest Wednesday, November 2 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for a magical evening celebrating the music of every Disney Princess, performed by Broadway, television and animated film icons.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Date For It Annual Fundraising Event
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) will hold its annual shindig on Monday, February 6, 2023, in FST's Hegner Theatre Wing. Attendees are invited to don their favorite '70s apparel or best cocktail attire for FST's biggest fundraising event of the year.
Florida Studio Theatre Welcomes New Staff Members Alex Price and Jay Lockaby
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) has announced that two new staff members have joined the theatre’s expanding team. Alex Price is FST’s new Production Manager, taking over responsibilities from the theatre’s previous Director of Production, Bruce Price, who worked at FST for 20 years. Jay Lockaby has joined FST’s Development department as Major Gifts Officer.
SAY A LITTLE PRAYER Kicks Off Choral Artists Of Sarasota's 44th Season
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2022
Choral Artists of Sarasota's 44th season, entitled “United in Song,” begins with “Say a Little Prayer,” Sunday, October 30, 5 p.m., at Church of the Redeemer, 222 S. Palm Avenue, Sarasota.
FST Improv Announces Fall Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces its lineup of upcoming FST Improv performances October 8 – December 31, 2022. From the no-holds-barred comedy showdown Out of Bounds and the improvised holiday musical, Treble in Paradise, to a comedic whodunit, To Die For, and more, this fall season features a wide array of performance styles and techniques.
Sarasota Orchestra and Van Wezel Co-Present Hurricane Ian Relief Concert On Friday
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2022
Sarasota Orchestra and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall announce a special concert with proceeds to benefit Hurricane Ian recovery efforts. The performance will be held this Friday, October 7, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Awards $55,000 Arts Appreciation Grant
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) has been awarded a $55,000 Arts Appreciation grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation. In receiving this grant, FST is being recognized as one of the pillars of Sarasota's vibrant arts community that draws people—tourists, new residents, and artists themselves—from across the country to Florida's “Cultural Coast.”
Asolo Repertory Theatre Presents Community Performances of LOOKING FOR ITHACA: AN ODYSSEY
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2022
Asolo Rep presents an FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training Production of the new musical Looking for Ithaca: An Odyssey. The community will experience Homer's iconic characters like never before with this 45-minute, innovative interpretation of the classic tale that is suitable for families.
Sarasota Orchestra Concerts Cancelled Due To Hurricane Ian
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2022
Due to the impact of Hurricane Ian to orchestra operations, Sarasota Orchestra has announced that it will cancel the following concerts: Discoveries: “Mozart and Tchaikovsky” on Saturday, October 1; FREE Family Concert “The Animated Orchestra” on Friday, October 7.
Jerry Seinfeld Performances At Van Wezel Rescheduled To January 13
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
Due to the impending storm and out of concern for his fans, the Jerry Seinfeld show originally scheduled for Friday, September 30, 2022, at the Van Wezel Performing Hall has been rescheduled to January 13, at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., 2023.
'A Taste of Latin America,' CreArte Latino's Inaugural Fundraising Event, Celebrates the Food and Culture of Latin America
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
CreArte Latino Cultural Center presents “A Taste of Latin America,” a fundraising event that celebrates the food and culture of Latin America. The evening includes a dance performance by local artists and Latin American cuisine.
Pearlman Music Program Suncoast Announces 22/23 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2022
Lisa Berger, executive director of The Perlman Music Program Suncoast (Perlman Suncoast), announced that the PMP Winter Residency will be returning to Sarasota from December 28 through January 7—after a two-year hiatus.
Sarasota Jewish Theatre Announces 2022-23 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Sarasota Jewish Theatre has announced its 2022-23 season lineup. Local Sarasota favorite actors and directors will be joined by national actors to present these plays reflecting Jewish heritage and culture. The plays are:
Art Center Sarasota's New Exhibitions Works From Illustrator Mary GrandPré And More
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2022
Art Center Sarasota's 2022-2023 exhibition season opens with four exhibits, October 15-November 23.

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