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Classic Albums LIVE Brings Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side Of The Moon' To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
Classic Albums LIVE returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, May 14 at 8 p.m. for a limited-capacity performance on the main stage! The group will bring Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon to life on stage – note for note, cut for cut. 
Sarasota Opera Presents IL SIGNOR BRUSCHINO
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2021
Sarasota Opera presents Il signor Bruschino, beginning April 3, 2021.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Asolo Rep's CAMELOT
by Alan Henry - April 02, 2021
Get a first look at Asolo Rep's outdoor production of Camelot, now streaming!
Artist Series Concert With Vocalist Maria Wirries is Sold Out
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
The final concert of Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota's 2021 Winter-Spring Outdoor Season, featuring hometown singing sensation Maria Wirries and pianist Alan J. Corey, (April 21, 4:00 pm at Plantation Golf & Country Club in Venice), has sold out.
Sarasota Orchestra Announces Changes To Upcoming Classics 9 Program
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
Sarasota Orchestra announces changes to upcoming concert Classics 9: Mozart and Mendelssohn. Due to unavoidable circumstances, Jeffrey Kahane, will be unavailable to perform at the concert.
Asolo Rep Reunites Cast Of EVITA With Ana Isabelle & Friends In Concert
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
Asolo Rep will close its 2021 outdoor season with Ana Isabelle & Friends in Concert: Stand Back, Sarasota! The concert reunites some of the stars of the theatre's 2017 hit production of Evita. Directed by Broadway's Josh Rhodes, the concert previews April 15 &16, opens April 17 and runs thru April 24 on Asolo Rep's outdoor Terrace Stage, located on the front steps of the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Presents PIPELINE
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will be back onstage – albeit with a limited cast and for the purpose of filming rather than presenting live – for the pandemic-delayed production of Dominique Morisseau’s noted work, “Pipeline.” WBTT is currently rehearsing the show, which it will film, present during one week of outdoor screenings.
The Saillant Company Launches TicToc Earth Campaign In Florida
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2021
The Saillant Company is sounding an alarm about the climate crisis. TicToc Earth Campaign strives to help save our precious Planet Earth from further deterioration. 
BWW Review: CAMELOT at Asolo Repertory an Artistic Masterpiece
by Jacob Ruscoe - March 28, 2021
Somedays it seems like the world may never return to normal. It has been a challenging year for everyone and one of the hardest hit industries has been those involving live entertainment. Audiences are craving a return to live theatre which made the Asolo’s production of “Camelot” and even more welcome sight
Dingbat Theatre Project Announces Cast And Production Team For Re-imagined SHREK THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2021
Dingbat Theatre Project has announced casting and production team for its upcoming production of Shrek the Musical with book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire writer of Rabbit Hole and music by Jeanine Tesori composer of Fun Home and Caroline, or Change.
Artist Series Concerts Welcomes The Return Of Hometown Singing Sensation Maria Wirries, April 21
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2021
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota concludes its Winter-Spring 2021 Outdoor season with a performance by local singing sensation Maria Wirries, Wednesday, April 21, outdoors at Plantation Golf & Country Club, 500 Rockley Blvd., Venice.
Plays Announced For Theatre Odyssey's 2021 Ten-Minute Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2021
Theatre Odyssey has announced the eight finalist plays for the Sixteenth Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival.
Photo Flash: Get a First Look at Asolo Repertory Theatre's CAMELOT
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2021
Asolo Repertory Theatre will stream its concert production of Lerner and Loewe's Camelot from April 5 - 11. The winner of four Tony Awards, Lerner and Loewe's classic 1960 musical defined an age when integrity, courage, and goodness prevailed as the ideals of humankind.
Michael Riedel & Robert Plunket Join The Hermitage Artist Retreat's STORIED STORIES OF THE CREATIVE PROCESS
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2021
Longtime columnist for the New York Post, host of “Theatre Talk” on PBS, and celebrated author Michael Riedel, along with Sarasota’s own “Mr. Chatterbox,” Robert Plunket, will share candid and colorful stories of famed artistic projects in early development.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Reflects On 2020
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2021
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall reflects on one year of operations during a pandemic by taking stock of what the Hall has done to stay connected to the community over the past year.
Van Wezel Partners With Newtown Farmer's Market For Arts Education Initiatives Promoting Mindfulness
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2021
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall's Education and Community Engagement department is teaming up with the Newtown Farmer's Market to present Mr. Stevey & Friends: a free, family-friendly series introducing children, teens and parents to mindfulness using games, exercises and art activities. The first event will be held on Saturday, March 27 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Newtown Farmer's Market, located at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park.  
Florida Studio Theatre Announces the Cast for THREE PIANOS Original Music Revue
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2021
Florida Studio Theatre has announced the cast for Three Pianos, an all-new celebration of musicians who took the piano to new heights. When FST was forced to close its doors to the public last March, its artistic team went to work, creating a catalogue of Cabarets for future production.
Embracing Our Differences Welcomes Kaitlin Yelle to Board of Directors
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2021
Dennis McGillicuddy, co-founder and board chair of Embracing Our Differences, recently welcomed Kaitlin Yelle to the organization’s board of directors. Yelle was born and raised in Sarasota and developed a passion to learn more about culture and community at an early age.
Music Compound Presents 'Modern Musician Workshop'
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2021
Music Compound is determined to help aspiring artists take charge of their career and set themselves up for success. During a virtual presentation featuring professional flutist Gina Luciani, attendees will learn how to network the right way, create their brand, market themselves, and use social media to further their careers.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Cast for All-New Musical Revue VINTAGE POP!
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2021
Florida Studio Theatre is returning to live performance with Vintage POP!, da brand new musical revue exploring the evolution of popular music from the 1920s to the 1980s. Created by Carole J. Bufford, Vintage POP! is FST’s first live theatrical production since it was forced to shut down in mid-March of 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sarasota Ballet Receives $1 Million Gift From its Founder
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2021
The planned gift comes through the Frank and Katherine Martucci Legacy Society. It will help the ballet continue its programming, as well as impact initiatives like the Margaret Barbieri Conservatory for pre-professional classical dancers.
Asolo Rep Presents 'The Creation of CAMELOT' Zoom Event
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2021
Brush up on your Arthurian knowledge with celebrated musical theatre historian and graphic designer Charles Troy for an in-depth digital (via Zoom) exploration into the creation of the Tony Award-winning musical sensation Camelot. Guests will also have the opportunity to learn more about Asolo Rep's upcoming concert version, running March 17 - 31.
Van Wezel Announces Changes To 2020-2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2021
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall announces the following changes to the 2020-2021 season:
CULTURE & COCKTAILS to Spotlight Wayne Hosford and Stars of Tomorrow in Free Virtual Concert
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2021
Dave Lawrence, President & CEO of the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County today announced that the 16th annual season of CULTURE & COCKTAILS will conclude with its traditional musical finale. The fun theme for this all-virtual season of C&C was Cool People Doing Neat Stuff!
Van Wezel Announces BAY MUSIC LIVE! Starring Rebel Heart
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2021
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced Bay Music Live! On Saturday, April 3, 2021, Rebel Heart will return to the Van Wezel for this socially distanced, outdoor show on the lawn and terrace. The event kicks off at 6 p.m. with music starting promptly at 6:30 p.m.

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