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Van Wezel Education Department Presents TheaterworksUSA's DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2021
Dog Man: The Musical will stream on-demand from March 13-April 2. Just in time for Spring Break, the virtual show is a perfect opportunity for family fun with FREE corresponding craft kits available at all Sarasota and Manatee County libraries while supplies last. 
Florida Studio Theatre Extends THREE PIANOS
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2021
Due to audience demand, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the extension of Three Pianos, an all-new musical revue celebrating the musical pioneers who refused to fit the mold of “rock star” and forged their own paths in the industry. 
Asolo Rep To Offer Streaming Of HAMLET, PRINCE OF CUBA To Educational Institutions
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2021
Asolo Rep's Access to the Arts program will offer educational institutions the opportunity to stream one of the theatre's most groundbreaking productions: HAMLET, PRINCE OF CUBA, available now through June 11, 2021.
Venice Theatre Presents 2020: The Year That Almost Was
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2021
Venice Theatre Presents 2020: The Year That Almost Was, March 26-27, 2021.
WBTT To Livestream APRIL FOOLS FÊTE: NATE JACOBS' JUKEBOX
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
For more than a decade, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe has offered the lively and music-filled fundraiser, the April Fools Fête, to support its education programs. This year, with social events cautiously returning to the scene, WBTT has moved the event outdoors to its theatre arts center for a socially-distanced live audience on April 5. It will also offer a livestream option so the rest of the community can join the party virtually while supporting the Troupe.
Asolo Rep Sets Eyes on Building Inclusive and Equitable Arts Education Programs
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
Asolo Rep is launching its Theatre for All initiative, a new, comprehensive, community-centered program designed to develop and build access to online and in-person arts education opportunities. Theatre for All is an opportunity to develop meaningful connections and relationships that can deeply impact our community and our artform.
Florida Studio Theater Presents THREE PIANOS
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
Three Pianos, created by Richard Hopkins, Rebecca Hopkins, and Sarah Durham with arrangements by Jim Prosser, will play from March 31-April 25, 2021 in FST's Gompertz Theatre.
Florida Rep's Outdoor Series Continues with BROADWAY'S BEST: A CONCERT ON THE CALOOSAHATCHEE
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2021
The concert is a mash-up of classic and contemporary Broadway hits from 'Showboat' and 'Kiss Me Kate' to 'Rent,' 'Frozen,' 'Phantom,' and more!
Full Company Set For THE UNPREDICTABLE TIMES Regional Premiere
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2021
The Full Company has been announced for Kevin Ray Johnson's The Unpredictable Times, which has had numerous readings and workshops over the past decade, will make its regional premiere June 18-27, 2021 at Rise Above Performing Arts Summer Professional Theatre in Sarasota, Florida.
Florida Studio Theatre Extends VINTAGE POP!
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2021
Due to audience demand, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the second extension of Vintage POP!, a never-before-seen musical revue exploring the transformation of popular music from the 1920s to the 1980s.
Florida Studio Theatre Improv Returns With TRIPLE PLAY
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2021
Florida Studio Theatre has announced that its resident improv troupe, FST Improv, will return to a weekly live performance schedule with Triple Play, a full-length show created specifically to entertain from a distance.
Florida Studio Theatre Welcomes J Paul Nicholas as New Associate Artist
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2021
Florida Studio Theatre has announced that J Paul Nicholas will join its Artistic Team beginning March 1, 2021. As an Associate Artist, Nicholas will bring his talent to FST’s stages as an actor and director, will help advance FST’s robust New Play Development program, and will lead classes at the FST School. 
The Florida Studio Theatre School Announces In-Person Spring Break Camp
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2021
The Florida Studio Theatre School has announced that it will offer its popular Spring Break Camp for students ages 7-12 from Monday, March 15 to Friday, March 19. This one-week educational experience runs from 10AM – 2:30PM each day and will be held in person on FST’s downtown Sarasota campus.
Sarasota Ballet Announces Outdoor Performance, TERRACE PROGRAM 1
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2021
Sarasota Ballet invites you to join in for Terrace Program 1, the company's first outdoor performances of its 30th Anniversary Season. The performance takes place in an open-air environment, on the Asolo Terrace Stage located at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
FST Reopens With Two New Musical Revues For Socially-Distanced Audiences
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2021
Upon reopening, FST will continue to operate within full compliance of CDC guidelines, including socially-distanced seating, required face coverings, paperless ticketing, and limited theatre capacities.
Artist Series Concerts' Sell Out THE GLENN MILLER SOUND Concert
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2021
Upcoming jazz concerts include a musical tour of world jazz with Bill Buchman's Art of Jazz (March 10 at Plantation Golf & Country Club), the Latin flair of Heat Latin Jazz Band (April 18 at Nathan Benderson Park), and the return of hometown singing sensation Maria Wirries (April 21 at Plantation Golf & Country Club).
Van Wezel Announces Changes To 2020-2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2021
The Van Wezel's Box Office will be following up with patrons directly affected by these changes. Patrons who will not be able to attend the new performance dates will have the opportunity to donate their tickets or receive a refund. This generous donation will enable the Hall to deliver on world class entertainment, bring arts integrated learning to children, families and educators, and invest in the power of the human spirit.
BWW Review: Can't Help Falling in Love with ALL SHOOK UP at Rise Above Performing Arts
by Jude Hebit - February 19, 2021
The stage has been pretty empty this past year, so it was refreshing to be able to go see a live performance, especially one indoors, with enhanced safety protocols. I have tried to attend as many events as my schedule will allow, but musicals naturally have been scarce. Rise Above Performing Arts always exceeds my expectations and their production of “All Shook Up” was yet another confirmation of the incredible work produced by this group of talented young performers.
Asolo Rep Announces Casting for CAMELOT Concert
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2021
Asolo Rep has announced casting for its upcoming production of Lerner and Loewe's Camelot. This concert production of David Lee's adaptation previews March 17 and 18, opens March 19 and runs through March 31 on Asolo Rep's outdoor Terrace Stage, located on the front steps of the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
Circus Arts Conservatory To Offer Spring Break Camp
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
Circus Arts Conservatory will run from March 15-19, the CAC will offer its first-ever Spring Break Camp. Students ages 6-15 will have the opportunity to learn a variety of circus acts while gaining physical proficiency, learning self-discipline, and developing important life management and social skills.
FST's Award-Winning WRITE A PLAY Program Expands To Woodstock, IL
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
Florida Studio Theatre has announced that its award-winning arts-in-education initiative, WRITE A PLAY, is expanding into the Midwestern United States beginning this month.
Mayor Hagen Brody Reconsiders Sarasota Orchestra's Proposal to Build Performing Arts Venue in Payne Park
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2021
Mayor Hagen Brody previously had shot down the idea for the Sarasota Orchestra to build a concert hall in Payne Park, but is now asking that the matter be reconsidered by the City Commission.
Judges Named For Ninth Annual Student Ten-Minute Playwriting Festival
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2021
Theatre Odyssey has announced the three adjudicators for the Ninth Annual Student Ten-Minute Playwriting Festival.
WBTT Presents AUNT RUDELE'S FAMILY REUNION
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2021
There have been few times in recent memory when people were as in need of a laugh as they are right now. To help lift the spirits of community members as well as theater fans wherever they may be, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is offering streaming video of “Aunt Rudele’s Family Reunion.”
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Presents THE GLENN MILLER SOUND with The Rick Costa Jazz Sextet
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2021
Percussionist Rick Costa has assembled some of the area’s best jazz musicians, including vocalist Walt Andrus, saxophonist Lew Del Gatto, trumpeter Dan Miller, bassist Don Mopsick and pianist Roy Gerson, for an afternoon of the best of Glenn Miller and the swinging sounds of the 40s.

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