WBTT's Young Artist Program To Feature Derric Gobourne Jr., May 16
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the ninth year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members are able to showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows. WBTT's first Young Artist showcase of the 2021-2022 season features singer/dancer/actor Derric Gobourne Jr. in a presentation titled “SH!NE.” The showcase will take place Monday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the ninth year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members are able to showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows. WBTT's first Young Artist showcase of the 2021-2022 season features singer/dancer/actor Derric Gobourne Jr. in a presentation titled “SH!NE.” The showcase will take place Monday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Artist Series Concerts Presents 2 HOT 2 TANGO
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota presents 2 Hot 2 Tango Sunday, May 22 at 3:00 pm, in the Historic Asolo Theater, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. The duo is comprised of Ben Bogart on bandoneón and Winnie Cheung on piano, and will be joined by world-renowned tango dancers Fernanda Ghi and Silvio Grand.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota presents 2 Hot 2 Tango Sunday, May 22 at 3:00 pm, in the Historic Asolo Theater, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. The duo is comprised of Ben Bogart on bandoneón and Winnie Cheung on piano, and will be joined by world-renowned tango dancers Fernanda Ghi and Silvio Grand.
Sarasota Opera Will Host National Finals Of Schmidt Vocal Competition in June
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
The top three winners from each of 13 regional competitions will compete for the first national prize in the competition's 25-year history.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
The top three winners from each of 13 regional competitions will compete for the first national prize in the competition's 25-year history.
Choral Artists of Sarasota Presents An Exclusive Preview of "Ann Morrison: Merrily From Center Stage”
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2022
Choral Artists of Sarasota presents an exclusive Sarasota preview of 'Ann Morrison: Merrily From Center Stage,” Saturday, May 7, 7 p.m., at the home of John Fischer and Jim Weisenborne in Serenoa Lakes south of Sarasota. Tickets for this fundraiser for Choral Artists are $100 per person, which includes light food and beverages.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2022
Choral Artists of Sarasota presents an exclusive Sarasota preview of 'Ann Morrison: Merrily From Center Stage,” Saturday, May 7, 7 p.m., at the home of John Fischer and Jim Weisenborne in Serenoa Lakes south of Sarasota. Tickets for this fundraiser for Choral Artists are $100 per person, which includes light food and beverages.
Summer Movies at Sarasota Opera House Will Begin in May
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2022
Sarasota Opera has announced the lineup for the 2022 summer movie series: HD at the Opera House and Classic Movies at the Opera House. HD at the Opera House featuring filmed performances of opera and ballet from around the world will open on Sunday, May 22nd at 1:30 p.m. with Giuseppe Verdi's Rigoletto from the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in London, with tickets at $22, and $20 for Sarasota Opera subscribers.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2022
Sarasota Opera has announced the lineup for the 2022 summer movie series: HD at the Opera House and Classic Movies at the Opera House. HD at the Opera House featuring filmed performances of opera and ballet from around the world will open on Sunday, May 22nd at 1:30 p.m. with Giuseppe Verdi's Rigoletto from the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in London, with tickets at $22, and $20 for Sarasota Opera subscribers.
Alexis Thompson's Artwork 'Threat?' Wins 'People's Choice Award' At 2022 Embracing Our Differences' Exhibit
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
“At what age do Black men and women become a threat to society?” asks Alexis Thompson, a university student at North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University from Roxboro, North Carolina, and the winner of this year's 'People's Choice Award' at Embracing Our Differences' 19th annual outdoor juried art exhibit celebrating diversity.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
“At what age do Black men and women become a threat to society?” asks Alexis Thompson, a university student at North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University from Roxboro, North Carolina, and the winner of this year's 'People's Choice Award' at Embracing Our Differences' 19th annual outdoor juried art exhibit celebrating diversity.
Comedian Daniel Tosh Brings New Show FLORIDA TRASH TOUR To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
Best known from the Comedy Central show “Tosh.O,” comedian DANIEL TOSH is announcing more 2022 tour dates across the United States, including a stop in Sarasota. Produced by Live Nation, the FLORIDA TRASH TOUR will be at the Van Wezel on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 29, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
Best known from the Comedy Central show “Tosh.O,” comedian DANIEL TOSH is announcing more 2022 tour dates across the United States, including a stop in Sarasota. Produced by Live Nation, the FLORIDA TRASH TOUR will be at the Van Wezel on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 29, 2022.
Van Wezel Announces Updates to 2022-2023 Dance Subscription Series
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
Van Wezel Center has announced updates to its 2022 Dance Subscription Series. Read their full announcement.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
Van Wezel Center has announced updates to its 2022 Dance Subscription Series. Read their full announcement.
CreArte Latino Cultural Center Partners With Suncoast Remake Learning Days Festival For Three Family-Oriented Events
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
CreArte Latino Cultural Center is a major participant in the 2022 Suncoast Remake Learning Days Festival, presented by Remake Learning, which hosts festivals in 14 regions across the nation. This festival will be held in four Florida counties, including the Sarasota area, for the first time, April 29 through May 8.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
CreArte Latino Cultural Center is a major participant in the 2022 Suncoast Remake Learning Days Festival, presented by Remake Learning, which hosts festivals in 14 regions across the nation. This festival will be held in four Florida counties, including the Sarasota area, for the first time, April 29 through May 8.
Cast Announced for Jonathan Spector's EUREKA DAY at Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre will present the timely new comedy EUREKA DAY, written by New College of Florida alumnus Jonathan Spector. Directed by Bianca LaVerne Jones, EUREKA DAY begins previews on May 11, opens on May 13 and runs through June 4, in the intimate Cook Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre will present the timely new comedy EUREKA DAY, written by New College of Florida alumnus Jonathan Spector. Directed by Bianca LaVerne Jones, EUREKA DAY begins previews on May 11, opens on May 13 and runs through June 4, in the intimate Cook Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
Sarasota Youth Opera And Child Protection Center Partner For 2022 Giving Challenge, April 26
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Sarasota Youth Opera and Child Protection Center will partner for the 2022 Giving Challenge which is hosted by Community Foundation of Sarasota County. For the launch of this Giving Challenge, Sarasota Opera will host a Brown Bag Lunch & Learn in the Opera House Courtyard and lobby on April 26th at 12 noon. Everyone is welcome to attend and help #BeTheOne to give our children a voice.
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Sarasota Youth Opera and Child Protection Center will partner for the 2022 Giving Challenge which is hosted by Community Foundation of Sarasota County. For the launch of this Giving Challenge, Sarasota Opera will host a Brown Bag Lunch & Learn in the Opera House Courtyard and lobby on April 26th at 12 noon. Everyone is welcome to attend and help #BeTheOne to give our children a voice.
NOCHEUNIDOS Brings Together The Dynamic Mexican Folkloric Group Mariachi Cobre And The Venice Symphony
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022
UnidosNow presents the acclaimed Mexican folkloric group Mariachi Cobre and the Venice Symphony, on Friday, May 20, 7:30 p.m., at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, and on Saturday, May 21, 2:30 p.m., at the Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Venice.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2022
UnidosNow presents the acclaimed Mexican folkloric group Mariachi Cobre and the Venice Symphony, on Friday, May 20, 7:30 p.m., at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, and on Saturday, May 21, 2:30 p.m., at the Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave., Venice.
Community Day School Receives Equity And Access Grant From Community Foundation Of Sarasota County
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Hershorin Schiff Community Day School announced that it has received a $15,000 Equity and Access grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. The grant will support the school's Every Child Scholarship Fund for students in single parent households, specifically for those households with single mothers. The Community Foundation's Equity and Access Grant supports projects promoting equity and access to regional populations that face systemic barriers.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Hershorin Schiff Community Day School announced that it has received a $15,000 Equity and Access grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. The grant will support the school's Every Child Scholarship Fund for students in single parent households, specifically for those households with single mothers. The Community Foundation's Equity and Access Grant supports projects promoting equity and access to regional populations that face systemic barriers.
CHAUVET Professional Welcomes Brian Craft As Content Marketing Manager
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Brian Craft has served as Director of Marketing and Outreach at Manatee Performing Arts Center, Director of Marketing and Communications at Realize Bradenton, and in Public Relations with Fashion PR Firm; IHPR in New York City.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
Brian Craft has served as Director of Marketing and Outreach at Manatee Performing Arts Center, Director of Marketing and Communications at Realize Bradenton, and in Public Relations with Fashion PR Firm; IHPR in New York City.
M A R A Art Studio + Gallery to Present BLACK + WHITE
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
M A R A Art Studio + Gallery will present “black+white,” featuring monochromatic works by nine artists: Grace Howl, Jack Shapiro, Jana Millstone, Ralph Berger, Lisa DiFranza, Craig Palmer, Dan Wilkerson, Sam Wuerfel, and MARA Torres, May 1-31.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2022
M A R A Art Studio + Gallery will present “black+white,” featuring monochromatic works by nine artists: Grace Howl, Jack Shapiro, Jana Millstone, Ralph Berger, Lisa DiFranza, Craig Palmer, Dan Wilkerson, Sam Wuerfel, and MARA Torres, May 1-31.
Composer Angélica Negrón Celebrated at Hermitage Greenfield Prize Award Dinner
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
The fourteenth annual Hermitage Greenfield Prize (HGP) Dinner on April 10 celebrated composer, multi-instrumentalist, and 2022 HGP winner Angélica Negrón, featuring inspiring performances by Tony Award winner and Hermitage Fellow Gavin Creel, and Grammy Award-winning cellist Nick Photinos.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
The fourteenth annual Hermitage Greenfield Prize (HGP) Dinner on April 10 celebrated composer, multi-instrumentalist, and 2022 HGP winner Angélica Negrón, featuring inspiring performances by Tony Award winner and Hermitage Fellow Gavin Creel, and Grammy Award-winning cellist Nick Photinos.
BWW Review: A SKEPTIC AND A BRUJA at Urbanite Theatre a Haunting Experience
by Jacob Ruscoe - April 12, 2022
In a deviation from your typical theatrical experience, may I present you Urbanite Theatre’s World Premiere of “A Skeptic and a Bruja.” Much to its title premise, this new work takes you on a paranormal journey.
by Jacob Ruscoe - April 12, 2022
In a deviation from your typical theatrical experience, may I present you Urbanite Theatre’s World Premiere of “A Skeptic and a Bruja.” Much to its title premise, this new work takes you on a paranormal journey.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Closes Season With Pair Of One-Act Plays
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will close its 2021-2022 season with two world-premiere one-act plays, under the auspices of its New Playwrights Series. These plays, “From Birmingham To Broadway” and “Float Like A Butterfly,” will be presented together May 4-29.
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will close its 2021-2022 season with two world-premiere one-act plays, under the auspices of its New Playwrights Series. These plays, “From Birmingham To Broadway” and “Float Like A Butterfly,” will be presented together May 4-29.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Return Of The Richard And Betty Burdick New Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre announces its 38th Richard and Betty Burdick New Play Festival, presenting three staged readings of new works by contemporary American theatre artists and playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre announces its 38th Richard and Betty Burdick New Play Festival, presenting three staged readings of new works by contemporary American theatre artists and playwrights.
Behind the Scenes with THE SMELL OF MONEY Filmmakers at the Sarasota Film Festival
by Nora Long - April 08, 2022
“The Smell of Money” made its world premiere this week at the 2022 Sarasota Film Festival. This feature documentary features the first hand accounts of a group of North Carolina residents in the midst of a battle against the corporate hog farms polluting their communities.
by Nora Long - April 08, 2022
“The Smell of Money” made its world premiere this week at the 2022 Sarasota Film Festival. This feature documentary features the first hand accounts of a group of North Carolina residents in the midst of a battle against the corporate hog farms polluting their communities.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Raises Over $200,000 For Education Programs
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
On April 4, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presented its lively and music-filled fundraiser, the April Fools Fête, in the ballroom at Michael’s On East. This year’s country-themed celebration was a sold-out success, with 300 community members in attendance – most of them wearing cowboy and cowgirl-appropriate attire. The event raised more than $200,000 in support of WBTT’s education programs.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
On April 4, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presented its lively and music-filled fundraiser, the April Fools Fête, in the ballroom at Michael’s On East. This year’s country-themed celebration was a sold-out success, with 300 community members in attendance – most of them wearing cowboy and cowgirl-appropriate attire. The event raised more than $200,000 in support of WBTT’s education programs.
Registration Open Now For Summer Art Camp At Art Center Sarasota: Camp Sessions Begin On May 31
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Registration is open now! Art Center Sarasota is once again encouraging young children and teens to set their inner artists free at its summertime art camps. The 10 weekly sessions run May 31 to August 5. The programs target two different age groups: Creative Kids serves children, ages 6 to10; Emerging Arts is for aspiring artists, ages 11 to 15. The camps are Mondays through Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Registration is open now! Art Center Sarasota is once again encouraging young children and teens to set their inner artists free at its summertime art camps. The 10 weekly sessions run May 31 to August 5. The programs target two different age groups: Creative Kids serves children, ages 6 to10; Emerging Arts is for aspiring artists, ages 11 to 15. The camps are Mondays through Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Paul Reiser Brings New Comedy Tour To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
Comedian, actor, television writer, author and musician PAUL REISER is one of Hollywood's most prolific creatives—and he shows no signs of slowing down.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
Comedian, actor, television writer, author and musician PAUL REISER is one of Hollywood's most prolific creatives—and he shows no signs of slowing down.
Art Center Sarasota Seeks Artists To Submit Works For FACES AND PLACES
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
Art Center Sarasota encourages area-based artists to submit artwork for its regional, juried exhibit, “Faces and Places,” which runs June 2-August 6. Submissions are open to artists from the Southeast region and can be in any media.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
Art Center Sarasota encourages area-based artists to submit artwork for its regional, juried exhibit, “Faces and Places,” which runs June 2-August 6. Submissions are open to artists from the Southeast region and can be in any media.
Hermitage Artist Retreat Announces New Programs in May With Bess Wohl & More
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced four new community programs in May with Hermitage Fellows specializing in music, writing, multimedia, and theater, including an event with Tony Award-nominated playwright Bess Wohl (Grand Horizons, Small Mouth Sounds).
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced four new community programs in May with Hermitage Fellows specializing in music, writing, multimedia, and theater, including an event with Tony Award-nominated playwright Bess Wohl (Grand Horizons, Small Mouth Sounds).
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Program Six – Life and Liberty
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Marie and Rosetta
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Romeo & Juliet
Dingbat Theatre Project (6/12 - 6/28) | |
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Life's a Beach
Florida Studio Theatre (1/3 - 3/28) | |
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The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota Presents… ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE Featuring The Liverpool Legends
Riverview Performing Arts Center (1/11 - 1/12) | |
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Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground
Florida Studio Theatre (1/7 - 1/30) | |
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Fred Kletts Stand-Up Comedy
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