Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Reveals Heart & Soul Philanthropy Honoree Doris Johnson
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
For Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 26th anniversary fall gala, “Hitsville USA – Celebrating Motown,” the arts organization will celebrate the sensational music produced by the groundbreaking music label.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
For Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 26th anniversary fall gala, “Hitsville USA – Celebrating Motown,” the arts organization will celebrate the sensational music produced by the groundbreaking music label.
Florida Studio Theatre's WRITE A PLAY Program Returns For 35th Year
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
For the 35th year, Florida Studio Theatre will bring its award-winning WRITE A PLAY program to schools across Florida, inspiring students to imagine bold new worlds, give voice to their ideas, and write their own original plays.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2025
For the 35th year, Florida Studio Theatre will bring its award-winning WRITE A PLAY program to schools across Florida, inspiring students to imagine bold new worlds, give voice to their ideas, and write their own original plays.
AN EVENING WITH MELBA MOORE Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
Next month, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present 'An Evening with Melba Moore,' featuring the legendary singer, actress and entertainer. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
Next month, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present 'An Evening with Melba Moore,' featuring the legendary singer, actress and entertainer. Learn more here!
Registration Now Open For Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College's Fall Semester
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Registration is open for the 2025 fall semester at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College, which offers noncredit educational opportunities for adults to pursue new interests, expand intellectual horizons, and enrich their lives.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2025
Registration is open for the 2025 fall semester at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College, which offers noncredit educational opportunities for adults to pursue new interests, expand intellectual horizons, and enrich their lives.
Arts Advocates Reveals 2025-2026 Programs And Events
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Arts Advocates has unveiled its schedule of 2025-2026 programs and events, including a new Talkback Tuesdays guest speaker series, monthly luncheon programs, and more.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Arts Advocates has unveiled its schedule of 2025-2026 programs and events, including a new Talkback Tuesdays guest speaker series, monthly luncheon programs, and more.
Sarasota Opera Receives $30,000 Strategic Partnership Grant from Community Foundation
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Sarasota Opera has announced a $30,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, provided by the Martha Leiter and Nancy Streetman Fund II and the Allen Wirtz Nobbe and Jo Bowen Nobbe Fund.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Sarasota Opera has announced a $30,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, provided by the Martha Leiter and Nancy Streetman Fund II and the Allen Wirtz Nobbe and Jo Bowen Nobbe Fund.
Florida Studio Theatre Opens 2025–26 Children’s Theatre Series With PETER PAN
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre opens its 2025–26 Children’s Theatre Series with Peter Pan, running September 20–October 25 at the Keating Theatre in Sarasota. This magical new adaptation invites audiences of all ages on a journey to Neverland.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre opens its 2025–26 Children’s Theatre Series with Peter Pan, running September 20–October 25 at the Keating Theatre in Sarasota. This magical new adaptation invites audiences of all ages on a journey to Neverland.
Review: IM GONNA MARRY YOU TOBY MAGUIRE at Dingbat
by Jacob Ruscoe - September 11, 2025
Dingbat Theatre has once again demonstrated its prowess for producing unique and original works with its latest offering, 'I'm Gonna Marry You, Toby Maguire.' This play, which cleverly intertwines humor with poignant moments of reflection, is not only a testament to the talent of its cast but also an exploration of unconventional love in all its complexities.
by Jacob Ruscoe - September 11, 2025
Dingbat Theatre has once again demonstrated its prowess for producing unique and original works with its latest offering, 'I'm Gonna Marry You, Toby Maguire.' This play, which cleverly intertwines humor with poignant moments of reflection, is not only a testament to the talent of its cast but also an exploration of unconventional love in all its complexities.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Opens 2025-2026 Theatre Season With PURLIE
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced the first show in its 2025-2026 “Soul Of A People” theatre season: “Purlie.” Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced the first show in its 2025-2026 “Soul Of A People” theatre season: “Purlie.” Learn more about the upcoming production here!
Florida Studio Theatre Will Open Winter Cabaret Season With FEELING GOOD
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre will open its 2025–26 Winter Cabaret Season with Feeling Good, running September 24, 2025–February 8, 2026 in the Court Cabaret. The revue celebrates modern and classic crooners, featuring songs from Frank Sinatra to Michael Bublé.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre will open its 2025–26 Winter Cabaret Season with Feeling Good, running September 24, 2025–February 8, 2026 in the Court Cabaret. The revue celebrates modern and classic crooners, featuring songs from Frank Sinatra to Michael Bublé.
Nominations Open For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards
by BWW Awards - September 10, 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - September 10, 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Sarasota Jewish Theatre Will Perform Two Short Comedies and I NEVER SAW ANOTHER BUTTERFLY
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Sarasota Jewish Theatre will present two contemporary short comedies by Bruce J. Bloom, and “I Never Saw Another Butterfly” which is based on a play be Celeste Raspanti, in October.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Sarasota Jewish Theatre will present two contemporary short comedies by Bruce J. Bloom, and “I Never Saw Another Butterfly” which is based on a play be Celeste Raspanti, in October.
Artist Series Concerts Of Sarasota Opens 30th Anniversary Season In October
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will launch its 30th anniversary season on Sunday, October 12, with Contrasts at First Presbyterian Church, featuring violinist Nicholas Eanet alongside pianist Jungeun Kim, cellist Natalie Helm, and clarinetist Bharat Chandra.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will launch its 30th anniversary season on Sunday, October 12, with Contrasts at First Presbyterian Church, featuring violinist Nicholas Eanet alongside pianist Jungeun Kim, cellist Natalie Helm, and clarinetist Bharat Chandra.
The Sarasota Players To Open 96th Season With THE WEDDING SINGER
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
The Sarasota Players will launch its 96th season with the city-premiere of The Wedding Singer, the high-energy musical comedy with music by Matthew Sklar, book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy, and lyrics by Beguelin, based on the New Line Cinema film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore.
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2025
The Sarasota Players will launch its 96th season with the city-premiere of The Wedding Singer, the high-energy musical comedy with music by Matthew Sklar, book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy, and lyrics by Beguelin, based on the New Line Cinema film starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore.
Single Tickets Now on Sale for Asolo Rep 2025–2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed that single tickets for its 2025–2026 season are officially on sale. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed that single tickets for its 2025–2026 season are officially on sale. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.
Asolo Rep Awarded Strategic Partnership Grant From Community Foundation
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has received an $85,000 Strategic Partnership Grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. Learn more about the grant here!
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has received an $85,000 Strategic Partnership Grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. Learn more about the grant here!
WBTT Will Hold First Young Artist Program Showcase of the 2025-2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced the first artist to be featured during the thirteenth year of its Young Artist Program. Learn more about the program here!
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has announced the first artist to be featured during the thirteenth year of its Young Artist Program. Learn more about the program here!
Florida Studio Theatre Promotes Catherine Randazzo and Expands Role Of Nancy Rominger
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2025
Catherine Randazzo has been promoted to Associate Producer, and Nancy Rominger will expand her responsibilities as Associate Artist to include serving as Literary Manager.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2025
Catherine Randazzo has been promoted to Associate Producer, and Nancy Rominger will expand her responsibilities as Associate Artist to include serving as Literary Manager.
Sarasota Opera Opens Ticket Sales at the Box Office
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Tickets are now on sale at the Sarasota Opera Box Office for the 2025/2026 season. As of Tuesday, September 2, tickets can be purchased in person at the Box Office.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2025
Tickets are now on sale at the Sarasota Opera Box Office for the 2025/2026 season. As of Tuesday, September 2, tickets can be purchased in person at the Box Office.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces 2025-26 Winter Season
by Emmy Rice - August 30, 2025
This year’s Mainstage Series features a madcap musical caper, a heartwarming play about tailor-made suits and fresh starts, an imaginative comedy about the men behind the moon landing, and a Broadway hit capturing the extraordinary moments of everyday life.
by Emmy Rice - August 30, 2025
This year’s Mainstage Series features a madcap musical caper, a heartwarming play about tailor-made suits and fresh starts, an imaginative comedy about the men behind the moon landing, and a Broadway hit capturing the extraordinary moments of everyday life.
Ensemble Studio Theatre And Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Announce 2025–26 New Play Commissions And Regional Grants
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Ensemble Studio Theatre (Estefanía Fadul and Graeme Gillis, Co-Artistic Directors) and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation (Doron Weber, Vice President and Program Director) have announced the 2025–26 Science & Technology Project New Play Commissions, along with this year’s Regional Development and Production Grants to Lantern Theater Company, Media Art Xploration, Miners Alley Playhouse, Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, and Seattle Rep.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
Ensemble Studio Theatre (Estefanía Fadul and Graeme Gillis, Co-Artistic Directors) and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation (Doron Weber, Vice President and Program Director) have announced the 2025–26 Science & Technology Project New Play Commissions, along with this year’s Regional Development and Production Grants to Lantern Theater Company, Media Art Xploration, Miners Alley Playhouse, Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, and Seattle Rep.
Jeffrey Kahane to Step Down as Music Director of Sarasota Music Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
After nine seasons as Music Director of the Sarasota Music Festival, conductor, pianist, and pedagogue Jeffrey Kahane will step back from the leadership role of the Festival, founded 61 years ago.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2025
After nine seasons as Music Director of the Sarasota Music Festival, conductor, pianist, and pedagogue Jeffrey Kahane will step back from the leadership role of the Festival, founded 61 years ago.
Review: A BAND CALLED HONALEE at Florida Studio Theatre
by Shanti M. Kennedy - August 25, 2025
“A Band Called Honalee”'s performance is filled with poignant moments that pay tribute to a bittersweet era in American history.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - August 25, 2025
“A Band Called Honalee”'s performance is filled with poignant moments that pay tribute to a bittersweet era in American history.
2025 Recipient Revealed For the Hermitage Prize In Composition at Aspen Music Festival and School
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat and the Aspen Music Festival and School (Aspen, Colorado) have announced Harriet Steinke, a composition student at AMFS, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Hermitage Prize in Composition.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat and the Aspen Music Festival and School (Aspen, Colorado) have announced Harriet Steinke, a composition student at AMFS, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Hermitage Prize in Composition.
Sarasota Opera Awarded $60,000 Empowering Arts Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2025
Sarasota Opera has received a $60,000 Empowering Arts Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation to support its 2025–2026 programming and operations. The grant, made possible through the Zoe Anderson Charitable Fund and the Venice Endowment Fund, will help sustain world-class performances and educational outreach programs.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2025
Sarasota Opera has received a $60,000 Empowering Arts Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation to support its 2025–2026 programming and operations. The grant, made possible through the Zoe Anderson Charitable Fund and the Venice Endowment Fund, will help sustain world-class performances and educational outreach programs.
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