Florida Studio Theatre to Present 15th Annual Sarasota Improv Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre has unveiled the lineup for its 15th annual Sarasota Improv Festival, a high-energy celebration of spontaneous comedy featuring 16 top improv companies from across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre has unveiled the lineup for its 15th annual Sarasota Improv Festival, a high-energy celebration of spontaneous comedy featuring 16 top improv companies from across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more here!
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Extended for Two Weeks at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Jesus Christ Superstar will be extended for two weeks at Asolo Repertory Theatre! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the extended run here!
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Jesus Christ Superstar will be extended for two weeks at Asolo Repertory Theatre! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the extended run here!
DAMES AT SEA Opens Summer Mainstage Season At Florida Studio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre will present Dames at Sea, a joyful, tap-filled celebration of the golden age of Broadway. With book and lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller, and music by Jim Wise, this high-spirited musical begins performances in FST's Gompertz Theatre on June 11, with an official opening on June 13.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre will present Dames at Sea, a joyful, tap-filled celebration of the golden age of Broadway. With book and lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller, and music by Jim Wise, this high-spirited musical begins performances in FST's Gompertz Theatre on June 11, with an official opening on June 13.
WBTT Will Host Third Annual Juneteenth Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present its third annual Juneteenth Arts Festival in June. Learn more about the upcoming event and find out how to attend here!
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2025
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present its third annual Juneteenth Arts Festival in June. Learn more about the upcoming event and find out how to attend here!
FROM 145TH TO 98TH STREET Comes to Urbanite Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Urbanite Theatre’s eleventh season will culminate in an exhilarating world premiere of FROM 145TH TO 98TH STREET this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Urbanite Theatre’s eleventh season will culminate in an exhilarating world premiere of FROM 145TH TO 98TH STREET this month. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
FST Opens Summer Series With HOW SWEET IT IS
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre will kick off its 2025 Summer Cabaret Series with How Sweet It Is, a dynamic celebration of Motown's enduring legacy. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre will kick off its 2025 Summer Cabaret Series with How Sweet It Is, a dynamic celebration of Motown's enduring legacy. Learn more about the show here!
The Hermitage Invites Audiences Back To The Beach In June With Acclaimed Alumni Artists
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced its return to Hermitage Beach on Manasota Key on Thursday, June 26. This will be the first public program presented on the Hermitage Beach since the devastating impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced its return to Hermitage Beach on Manasota Key on Thursday, June 26. This will be the first public program presented on the Hermitage Beach since the devastating impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
WOW WEE! ADVENTURES OF A LITTLE GIRL KILLBOT CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! To Play the 2025 Squeaky Wheel Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2025
IRTE, the Improvisational Repertory Theatre Ensemble, will present Wow Wee! Adventures of a Little Girl Killbot Christmas Special! at Squeaky Wheel Fringe.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2025
IRTE, the Improvisational Repertory Theatre Ensemble, will present Wow Wee! Adventures of a Little Girl Killbot Christmas Special! at Squeaky Wheel Fringe.
AN EVENING WITH JAMES T. LANE Comes to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
James T. Lane will discuss his life and artistic journey during “An Evening with James T. Lane.” The intimate evening will take place this month in The Donelly Theatre of WBTT.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
James T. Lane will discuss his life and artistic journey during “An Evening with James T. Lane.” The intimate evening will take place this month in The Donelly Theatre of WBTT.
Photos: BAD JEWS At Sarasota Jewish Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
See photos of Joshua Harmon’s “Bad Jews,” directed by Gus Kaikkonen. The play is a roller coaster ride of laugh-out-loud humor and childish rivalry as three adult grandchildren spar over an heirloom their grandfather carried hidden throughout the Holocaust.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2025
See photos of Joshua Harmon’s “Bad Jews,” directed by Gus Kaikkonen. The play is a roller coaster ride of laugh-out-loud humor and childish rivalry as three adult grandchildren spar over an heirloom their grandfather carried hidden throughout the Holocaust.
Selby Grant Will Fund New Lights And Sound At Rise Above Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Rise Above Performing Arts has announced that it has been awarded a traditional grant from the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation in Sarasota. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Rise Above Performing Arts has announced that it has been awarded a traditional grant from the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation in Sarasota. Learn more here!
AMADEUS Kicks Off Summer Classic Movies At The Opera House In June
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2025
Sarasota Opera has announced the return of its popular summer movie series: Classic Movies at the Opera House and HD at the Opera House, celebrating the Sarasota Opera House's cinematic roots and vibrant cultural legacy.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2025
Sarasota Opera has announced the return of its popular summer movie series: Classic Movies at the Opera House and HD at the Opera House, celebrating the Sarasota Opera House's cinematic roots and vibrant cultural legacy.
Review: BEETLEJUICE at Van Wezel
by Jacob Ruscoe - April 25, 2025
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Center has come alive with enchantment and mischief as it hosts the touring performance of the Broadway musical Beetlejuice. Directed with flair and creativity, this delightfully dark and comedic musical captures the spirit of Tim Burton's beloved film while morphing it into a vibrant theatrical experience. The production tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a teenage girl with a fascination for the macabre, who accidentally summons the ghost of Beetlejuice, a wise-cracking, mischievous spirit eager to scare the living—a plot that leads to a delightful mix of chaos and laughs.
by Jacob Ruscoe - April 25, 2025
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Center has come alive with enchantment and mischief as it hosts the touring performance of the Broadway musical Beetlejuice. Directed with flair and creativity, this delightfully dark and comedic musical captures the spirit of Tim Burton's beloved film while morphing it into a vibrant theatrical experience. The production tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a teenage girl with a fascination for the macabre, who accidentally summons the ghost of Beetlejuice, a wise-cracking, mischievous spirit eager to scare the living—a plot that leads to a delightful mix of chaos and laughs.
Jennifer Maisel's PROVENANCE To Have Developmental Workshop At Asolo Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the developmental workshop and staged reading of Jennifer Maisel's new play Provenance, directed by Casey Stangl. The closed reading will take place Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 1:30 pm at Asolo Rep's Weiler Rehearsal Hall.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the developmental workshop and staged reading of Jennifer Maisel's new play Provenance, directed by Casey Stangl. The closed reading will take place Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 1:30 pm at Asolo Rep's Weiler Rehearsal Hall.
Review: SYNCOPATED AVENUE at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Shanti M. Kennedy - April 24, 2025
Nate Jacobs, the Founder and Artistic Director of West Coast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT), loves to tell stories. In his director’s notes for the last few shows I have noticed that he always refers to the utmost importance of telling our stories.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - April 24, 2025
Nate Jacobs, the Founder and Artistic Director of West Coast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT), loves to tell stories. In his director’s notes for the last few shows I have noticed that he always refers to the utmost importance of telling our stories.
MOVEMENT OF BODY AND STORY Comes to The Hermitage In May
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced its newest May program, “Movement of Body and Story,” on Friday, May 30 at 4pm, featuring award-winning choreographer, playwright, and director nicHi douglas.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced its newest May program, “Movement of Body and Story,” on Friday, May 30 at 4pm, featuring award-winning choreographer, playwright, and director nicHi douglas.
MJ, SOME LIKE IT HOT, and More Set For Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced the Broadway Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season. The season will include seven Sarasota Premieres and ten Broadway hits.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced the Broadway Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season. The season will include seven Sarasota Premieres and ten Broadway hits.
American Stage's Fresh Ink Series Returns with New Venues and Local Talent
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
American Stage's Fresh Ink series is back this spring with two new venues. The monthly play series will showcase work from local playwrights, with staged readings at two hotspots in downtown St. Pete: Webb's City Cellar (April 29 & May 27) and the Dalí Museum (June 24).
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
American Stage's Fresh Ink series is back this spring with two new venues. The monthly play series will showcase work from local playwrights, with staged readings at two hotspots in downtown St. Pete: Webb's City Cellar (April 29 & May 27) and the Dalí Museum (June 24).
Photos: Meet the Stars of JESUS CHRIS SUPERSTAR At Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has released first look photos of the stars of Jesus Christ Superstar, which begins previews on May 14, 2025. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lyrics by Tim Rice and directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes. Jesus Christ Superstar runs May 14 – June 15.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2025
Asolo Repertory Theatre has released first look photos of the stars of Jesus Christ Superstar, which begins previews on May 14, 2025. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lyrics by Tim Rice and directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes. Jesus Christ Superstar runs May 14 – June 15.
Florida Professional Theatre Statewide Auditions Return After Hiatus
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
For the first time since 2019, the Florida Professional Theatre Association (FPTA), has announced the return of its Statewide Professional Auditions event.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2025
For the first time since 2019, the Florida Professional Theatre Association (FPTA), has announced the return of its Statewide Professional Auditions event.
FST Receives Manatee Community Foundation Grant
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre has announced a $10,000 charitable gift from the Manatee Community Foundation to support its WRITE A PLAY program during the 2024–2025 season.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Florida Studio Theatre has announced a $10,000 charitable gift from the Manatee Community Foundation to support its WRITE A PLAY program during the 2024–2025 season.
Interview: Will Burton of BEETLEJUICE at Van Wezel
by Shanti M. Kennedy - April 14, 2025
'Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice!!!' Ah, the magical chant that kickstarted a phenomenon in the late 1980s, creating a cult following that endures to this day. From its origins as a beloved Tim Burton film, 'BEETLEJUICE' has now taken the stage on Broadway and embarked on a successful two-year touring journey.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - April 14, 2025
'Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice!!!' Ah, the magical chant that kickstarted a phenomenon in the late 1980s, creating a cult following that endures to this day. From its origins as a beloved Tim Burton film, 'BEETLEJUICE' has now taken the stage on Broadway and embarked on a successful two-year touring journey.
Review: GOOD NIGHT OSCAR at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Jacob Ruscoe - April 14, 2025
I am on a journey of not only seeing shows that I have never seen before, but also ones that I have never heard of before. This is rare with someone with extensive theatre knowledge but such was the case at the Asolo Repertory Theatre. The stage was set for a touching exploration of one of the 20th century's most fascinating figures: Oscar Levant. 'Good Night, Oscar,' directed by the talented Peter Amster, is a masterful blend of humor, poignancy, and insight into the life of a man who oscillated between brilliance and despair. This compelling one-act play unfolds without an intermission, allowing the audience to immerse themselves fully in the rhythm of Levant's life.
by Jacob Ruscoe - April 14, 2025
I am on a journey of not only seeing shows that I have never seen before, but also ones that I have never heard of before. This is rare with someone with extensive theatre knowledge but such was the case at the Asolo Repertory Theatre. The stage was set for a touching exploration of one of the 20th century's most fascinating figures: Oscar Levant. 'Good Night, Oscar,' directed by the talented Peter Amster, is a masterful blend of humor, poignancy, and insight into the life of a man who oscillated between brilliance and despair. This compelling one-act play unfolds without an intermission, allowing the audience to immerse themselves fully in the rhythm of Levant's life.
May Hermitage Programs Feature Tony-Nominees Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Bess Wohl, And More
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced two new programs in May, with additional May and June programming to be opened for registration in the coming weeks.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced two new programs in May, with additional May and June programming to be opened for registration in the coming weeks.
Review: LES MISERABLES at Van Wezel
by Jacob Ruscoe - April 12, 2025
From the opening moments on the Van Wezel's stage for 'Les Misérables,' the audience is transported into the heart of 19th-century France, a tumultuous time fraught with poverty, revolution, and the ceaseless quest for redemption.
by Jacob Ruscoe - April 12, 2025
From the opening moments on the Van Wezel's stage for 'Les Misérables,' the audience is transported into the heart of 19th-century France, a tumultuous time fraught with poverty, revolution, and the ceaseless quest for redemption.
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