Faith Lutheran Church Announces Retirement of Music Director Joseph Holt
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2022
Dr. Joseph Holt will be stepping down as music director of Faith Lutheran Church in Sarasota. He will assume the role of artist in residence for the church, effective March 1, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2022
Dr. Joseph Holt will be stepping down as music director of Faith Lutheran Church in Sarasota. He will assume the role of artist in residence for the church, effective March 1, 2022.
ABBA THE CONCERT Comes to Van Wezel in March
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2022
ABBA The Concert continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling all who see with their fantastic performance while playing the most iconic hits from ABBA, including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes All,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,” and “Dancing Queen.”
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2022
ABBA The Concert continues to be the top ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling all who see with their fantastic performance while playing the most iconic hits from ABBA, including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes All,” “Waterloo,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,” and “Dancing Queen.”
PROUD TINA: THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO TINA TURNER Will Have its Van Wezel and Sarasota Premiere
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2022
Proud Tina: The Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner starring Caroline Borole and featuring a special guest performance by Belinda Davids is set to perform at the Van Wezel on Tuesday, Mar. 22 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2022
Proud Tina: The Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner starring Caroline Borole and featuring a special guest performance by Belinda Davids is set to perform at the Van Wezel on Tuesday, Mar. 22 at 8 p.m.
Hermitage Fellow César Alvarez To Present REIMAGINING THE MUSICAL As Part Of 'Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens'
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2022
A 2022 Hermitage Fellow and the most recent recipient of the prestigious Kleban Prize for “Most Promising Musical Theater Lyricist,” songwriter and theater-maker César Alvarez will present a free community program — “Reimagining the Musical: Past, Present, & Futurity” — on Wednesday, March 23 at 6pm at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Downtown Sarasota Campus).
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2022
A 2022 Hermitage Fellow and the most recent recipient of the prestigious Kleban Prize for “Most Promising Musical Theater Lyricist,” songwriter and theater-maker César Alvarez will present a free community program — “Reimagining the Musical: Past, Present, & Futurity” — on Wednesday, March 23 at 6pm at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (Downtown Sarasota Campus).
Comedian Steve Solomon Returns To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2022
Author, Broadway star and comedian Steve Solomon returns to the Van Wezel with his hit comedy My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm in Therapy! on Monday, March 21 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2022
Author, Broadway star and comedian Steve Solomon returns to the Van Wezel with his hit comedy My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm in Therapy! on Monday, March 21 at 8 p.m.
WBTT, Semkhor And FOUNDERS+ Launch 'Conversations' Program With Danielle Moné Truitt
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2022
Westcoast Black Theater Troupe, Semkhor Productions and FOUNDERS+ held their first in a planned series of artist master classes, titled “Conversations with Nate Jacobs.” Featured artist for the first program was Danielle Moné Truitt, who is currently starring in the NBC series “Law & Order: Organized Crime.”
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2022
Westcoast Black Theater Troupe, Semkhor Productions and FOUNDERS+ held their first in a planned series of artist master classes, titled “Conversations with Nate Jacobs.” Featured artist for the first program was Danielle Moné Truitt, who is currently starring in the NBC series “Law & Order: Organized Crime.”
Sarasota Premiere of ANASTASIA is Coming to the Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2022
Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA, is on its way to the Van Wezel in this Sarasota premiere from Friday, March 18 to Sunday, March 20.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2022
Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA, is on its way to the Van Wezel in this Sarasota premiere from Friday, March 18 to Sunday, March 20.
Asolo Rep Achieves Phase I Fundraising Goal; Grand Opening Planned For June 2022
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre has reached its goal for Phase I of the Staging Our Future Capital/Endowment Campaign and is well into construction.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre has reached its goal for Phase I of the Staging Our Future Capital/Endowment Campaign and is well into construction.
OLLI At Ringling College's Spring Semester Features More Than 40 Classes, Lectures, and Special Programs
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2022
Registration opens on March 1 for the 2022 spring semester at Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College (OLLI at Ringling College), which runs March 14-May 27, 2022. The semester features dozens of classes and programs covering a wide variety of topics. Classes are offered in-person on the Ringling College Museum Campus and online via the Zoom platform.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2022
Registration opens on March 1 for the 2022 spring semester at Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College (OLLI at Ringling College), which runs March 14-May 27, 2022. The semester features dozens of classes and programs covering a wide variety of topics. Classes are offered in-person on the Ringling College Museum Campus and online via the Zoom platform.
Chris Botti to Perform at The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2022
An Evening with Chris Botti makes a return to the Van Wezel on Thursday, March 17 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2022
An Evening with Chris Botti makes a return to the Van Wezel on Thursday, March 17 at 8 p.m.
Neil Berg Brings 112 Years Of Broadway To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2022
Back by popular demand, Neil Berg brings his company of extraordinary Broadway stars to Sarasota in an all new show with 112 Years of Boadway on Wednesday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2022
Back by popular demand, Neil Berg brings his company of extraordinary Broadway stars to Sarasota in an all new show with 112 Years of Boadway on Wednesday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Rising Star Sheléa To Perform At The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2022
With widespread comparison to the vocal expertise of legendary Whitney Houston, and the piano prowess of Alicia Keys, it's no surprise that artist and actress, Sheléa, has garnered co-signs from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Mary J.Blige, and David Foster just to name a few.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2022
With widespread comparison to the vocal expertise of legendary Whitney Houston, and the piano prowess of Alicia Keys, it's no surprise that artist and actress, Sheléa, has garnered co-signs from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Mary J.Blige, and David Foster just to name a few.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe to Present Staged Reading of SKELETON CREW
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2022
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is continuing its celebration of Black History Month with a staged reading of Dominique Morisseau’s powerful play, “Skeleton Crew.” The reading, presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. will take place at WBTT on February 26 at 4 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2022
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is continuing its celebration of Black History Month with a staged reading of Dominique Morisseau’s powerful play, “Skeleton Crew.” The reading, presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. will take place at WBTT on February 26 at 4 p.m.
Boz Scaggs Will Bring The Out Of The Blues Tour To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2022
Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and guitarist Boz Scaggs returns to the Van Wezel on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 18 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2022
Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and guitarist Boz Scaggs returns to the Van Wezel on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 18 at 10 a.m.
THE TEN TENORS Come to the Van Wezel Next Month
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2022
The Ten Tenors are making a return to Sarasota for a performance at the Van Wezel on Thursday, March 10 at 8 p.m. Love Is in the Air is the latest show from The Ten Tenors, which made its debut in Adelaide on May 18th, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2022
The Ten Tenors are making a return to Sarasota for a performance at the Van Wezel on Thursday, March 10 at 8 p.m. Love Is in the Air is the latest show from The Ten Tenors, which made its debut in Adelaide on May 18th, 2019.
Photos: First Look at THE GREAT LEAP at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre presents the third and final show of its 2022 winter repertory season - Lauren Yee's THE GREAT LEAP. Vanessa Stalling returns to direct the comedic drama, which was days away from its first performance when it was cancelled because of the pandemic in March of 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre presents the third and final show of its 2022 winter repertory season - Lauren Yee's THE GREAT LEAP. Vanessa Stalling returns to direct the comedic drama, which was days away from its first performance when it was cancelled because of the pandemic in March of 2020.
Asolo Rep's Ground Floor Presents A Staged Reading Of THE PARADOX OF EDUCATION
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre's new work development program, Ground Floor, will present a staged reading of Ty Greenwood's play The Paradox of Education on Monday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m., in the Cook Theatre at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. A donation of $5 is suggested, and proceeds will assist the Ground Floor program in supporting new and local artists.
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre's new work development program, Ground Floor, will present a staged reading of Ty Greenwood's play The Paradox of Education on Monday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m., in the Cook Theatre at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. A donation of $5 is suggested, and proceeds will assist the Ground Floor program in supporting new and local artists.
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory Presents THE LEARNED LADIES
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2022
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training prepares to open the next show in its 2021-22 season, Molière's The Learned Ladies. Directed by Benny Sato Ambush, the show runs Feb. 23 – March 13, with a pay-what-you-can preview on Feb. 22.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2022
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training prepares to open the next show in its 2021-22 season, Molière's The Learned Ladies. Directed by Benny Sato Ambush, the show runs Feb. 23 – March 13, with a pay-what-you-can preview on Feb. 22.
Florida Studio Theatre Mourns The Loss Of James Ashford, FST Employee Of Over 20 Years
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre is saddened to announce the passing of James Ashford, who started out as an Acting Apprentice and went on to become FST's Coordinator of Casting and Hiring.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2022
Florida Studio Theatre is saddened to announce the passing of James Ashford, who started out as an Acting Apprentice and went on to become FST's Coordinator of Casting and Hiring.
The Largest Touring Magic Show Returns To The Van Wezel Stage
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2022
The hit CW television series and America's largest touring magic show, Masters of Illusion, returns to the Van Wezel on Monday, March 7 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2022
The hit CW television series and America's largest touring magic show, Masters of Illusion, returns to the Van Wezel on Monday, March 7 at 7 p.m.
BWW Review: OUR TOWN at Asolo Rep is Simplistic and Powerful
by Jacob Ruscoe - February 09, 2022
The Asolo continues its season with the timeless play, Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” directed by Desdemona Chiang. Any time I see this classic piece on stage I am drawn to its simplicity. The show is typically done without a set or props and relies completely on the characters themselves to tell the story of life and mortality.
by Jacob Ruscoe - February 09, 2022
The Asolo continues its season with the timeless play, Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town,” directed by Desdemona Chiang. Any time I see this classic piece on stage I am drawn to its simplicity. The show is typically done without a set or props and relies completely on the characters themselves to tell the story of life and mortality.
Women's Resource Center Presents A Free Virtual Information Session On RISE, A National Scholarship Program
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2022
The Women's Resource Center is partnering with the nationally based The Mom Project to provide a free, virtual information session on its RISE scholarship program, Wednesday, February 23, noon-1 p.m. Chandra Sanders, the director of RISE, is the speaker.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2022
The Women's Resource Center is partnering with the nationally based The Mom Project to provide a free, virtual information session on its RISE scholarship program, Wednesday, February 23, noon-1 p.m. Chandra Sanders, the director of RISE, is the speaker.
The Van Wezel Welcomes RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2022
RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles presents The Best of Abbey Road Live! at the Van Wezel on Sunday, March 6 at 7 p.m. In celebration of Abbey Road, RAIN will bring the greatest hits to life in addition to all your early favorites.
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2022
RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles presents The Best of Abbey Road Live! at the Van Wezel on Sunday, March 6 at 7 p.m. In celebration of Abbey Road, RAIN will bring the greatest hits to life in addition to all your early favorites.
Registration Now Open For Asolo Rep Summer Camps
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre's Education & Engagement team announces an exciting lineup of creative camps for young artists ages 6 to 14 this summer. The weeklong sessions run July 5 through Aug. 5, and each week of camp brings a new and exciting theme, so campers can choose to attend more than one session.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2022
Asolo Repertory Theatre's Education & Engagement team announces an exciting lineup of creative camps for young artists ages 6 to 14 this summer. The weeklong sessions run July 5 through Aug. 5, and each week of camp brings a new and exciting theme, so campers can choose to attend more than one session.
CELTIC WOMAN: POSTCARDS FROM IRELAND Brings The Beauty Of Ireland To The Van Wezel Stage
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2022
Grammy nominated Celtic Woman, the most successful all-female Irish group in history returns with an 83-city North American tour in 2022 and will be in Sarasota on Thursday, March 3 at 7 p.m. with a brand-new show for 2022, Postcards from Ireland.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2022
Grammy nominated Celtic Woman, the most successful all-female Irish group in history returns with an 83-city North American tour in 2022 and will be in Sarasota on Thursday, March 3 at 7 p.m. with a brand-new show for 2022, Postcards from Ireland.
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