Winners Announced For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Asolo Repertory Theatre, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe & More Take Home Wins!
by BWW Staff - January 14, 2021
Winners have been announced for the 2020 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards - which were back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
by BWW Staff - January 14, 2021
Winners have been announced for the 2020 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards - which were back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
Van Wezel Education Department and Van Wezel Foundation Launch ArtWorksAnywhere.org
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2021
Serving over 35,000 students each year, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Van Wezel Foundation believe that art can teach, art can inspire and art can work—anywhere.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2021
Serving over 35,000 students each year, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Van Wezel Foundation believe that art can teach, art can inspire and art can work—anywhere.
Circus Arts Conservatory Cancels 2021 Big Top Season
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
While local arts leaders had hoped that 2021 would herald better days, with a return to full theaters, arenas and auditoriums throughout the community, COVID-19 is still having a huge and negative impact.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
While local arts leaders had hoped that 2021 would herald better days, with a return to full theaters, arenas and auditoriums throughout the community, COVID-19 is still having a huge and negative impact.
FST Announces Online Winter Play Reading Series
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces its 2021 Winter Play Reading Series, presenting online readings of five new plays in progress written by some of the country's top playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces its 2021 Winter Play Reading Series, presenting online readings of five new plays in progress written by some of the country's top playwrights.
REZA: EDGE OF ILLUSION Postponed To 2022 at The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2021
The Van Wezel has announced the postponement of Reza: Edge of Illusion on January 25, 2021 to February 10, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2021
The Van Wezel has announced the postponement of Reza: Edge of Illusion on January 25, 2021 to February 10, 2022.
Artist Series Concerts Presents Baritone Todd Thomas Outdoors At Selby Gardens
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2021
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota is pleased to present one of Sarasota's favorite baritones, Todd Thomas, in an open-air performance of light, popular fare from Musical Theater and Cabaret with pianist Joseph Holt, Thursday, January 21, 5:30 p.m., outdoors at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2021
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota is pleased to present one of Sarasota's favorite baritones, Todd Thomas, in an open-air performance of light, popular fare from Musical Theater and Cabaret with pianist Joseph Holt, Thursday, January 21, 5:30 p.m., outdoors at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota.
Artist Series Concerts Announces Its New 2021 Winter-Spring Outdoor Performance Season
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2021
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present its revised Outdoor Performance Season for Winter-Spring 2021. The nine-concert series will feature many of the same artists that had been planned for the 2020-21 season, as well as some new ones, including a return engagement by hometown singing sensation Maria Wirries.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2021
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present its revised Outdoor Performance Season for Winter-Spring 2021. The nine-concert series will feature many of the same artists that had been planned for the 2020-21 season, as well as some new ones, including a return engagement by hometown singing sensation Maria Wirries.
Van Wezel Partners With 'Feelings Addressed Mindfully' Teaching Artists To Intersect Social Emotional Learning And Arts Education
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2021
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall's Education & Community Engagement Department and the Van Wezel Foundation announce all-new virtual resources for educators: Feelings Addressed Mindfully, known as the FAM Project.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2021
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall's Education & Community Engagement Department and the Van Wezel Foundation announce all-new virtual resources for educators: Feelings Addressed Mindfully, known as the FAM Project.
Music Compound Presents Six-Week 'Performance Workshop'
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2021
The classes will take place on Thursdays, January 21 through February 25, 7-8 p.m. at Music Compound (1751 Cattlemen Rd., Sarasota). Vocalists, band members and solo performers ages 13 and up are invited to attend. A performance opportunity will serve as the culmination of the experience during the Music Compound’s member concert in March.
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2021
The classes will take place on Thursdays, January 21 through February 25, 7-8 p.m. at Music Compound (1751 Cattlemen Rd., Sarasota). Vocalists, band members and solo performers ages 13 and up are invited to attend. A performance opportunity will serve as the culmination of the experience during the Music Compound’s member concert in March.
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Presents 'MLK: Celebrating His Legacy in Spoken Word and Song'
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2021
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe invites the community to celebrate the rich legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with “MLK: Celebrating His Legacy in Spoken Word and Song.” The production, which will be available for free streaming on WBTT’s website from January 16-18, features re-enactments of Dr. King’s speeches, song and dance.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2021
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe invites the community to celebrate the rich legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with “MLK: Celebrating His Legacy in Spoken Word and Song.” The production, which will be available for free streaming on WBTT’s website from January 16-18, features re-enactments of Dr. King’s speeches, song and dance.
Asolo Rep Announces Josh Rhodes, Dr. John Cornellius, II, Megan Larche Dominick and More as Teaching Artists
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2021
Asolo Rep will kick off 2021 with two intimate and engaging online masterclass series for theatre lovers of all ages. The two series feature the Young Artist REPertoire Workshops designed for 8th – 12th graders, and Monday Masterclasses, a set of workshops geared toward adults.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2021
Asolo Rep will kick off 2021 with two intimate and engaging online masterclass series for theatre lovers of all ages. The two series feature the Young Artist REPertoire Workshops designed for 8th – 12th graders, and Monday Masterclasses, a set of workshops geared toward adults.
Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative Presents 'Diversity, Equity & Inclusion In The Visual Arts'
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2021
The Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative, a nonprofit organization that promotes using the unifying power of the arts to nurture inclusion and diversity across the regional arts and cultural landscape, presents 'Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Visual Arts,” part of its free Arts & Racial Justice Panel series, Monday, January 25, 5-6:30 p.m., via the Zoom webinar platform.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2021
The Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative, a nonprofit organization that promotes using the unifying power of the arts to nurture inclusion and diversity across the regional arts and cultural landscape, presents 'Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Visual Arts,” part of its free Arts & Racial Justice Panel series, Monday, January 25, 5-6:30 p.m., via the Zoom webinar platform.
VIDEO: Check Out Clips From Asolo Rep's WE NEED A LITTLE CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2020
Asolo Rep rings in the holiday season with We Need a Little Christmas, a holiday concert under the stars perfect for the whole family. The performance runs through January 3.
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2020
Asolo Rep rings in the holiday season with We Need a Little Christmas, a holiday concert under the stars perfect for the whole family. The performance runs through January 3.
The Hermitage Artist Retreat and The Van Wezel Foundation Present Arts Educator Eric Booth in UNSCRIPTED+: Community Edition
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2020
The Hermitage Artist Retreat and the Van Wezel Foundation present “UNSCRIPTED+: Community Edition,” with arts advocate, educator, and author Eric Booth, on Thursday, January 14, at 7 p.m., via Zoom.
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2020
The Hermitage Artist Retreat and the Van Wezel Foundation present “UNSCRIPTED+: Community Edition,” with arts advocate, educator, and author Eric Booth, on Thursday, January 14, at 7 p.m., via Zoom.
Photo Flash: Asolo Rep Presents WE NEED A LITTLE CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2020
Asolo Rep rings in the holiday season with We Need a Little Christmas, a holiday concert under the stars perfect for the whole family. We Need a Little Christmas will be performed at Asolo Repʼs newly constructed Terrace Stage, an open-air venue located in front of its box office at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. It previews December 17, opens December 18 and runs through January 3.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2020
Asolo Rep rings in the holiday season with We Need a Little Christmas, a holiday concert under the stars perfect for the whole family. We Need a Little Christmas will be performed at Asolo Repʼs newly constructed Terrace Stage, an open-air venue located in front of its box office at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. It previews December 17, opens December 18 and runs through January 3.
VIDEO: Asolo Rep Unveils Terrace Stage
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2020
Asolo Rep has released a new video featuring Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards unveiling the venue's newly constructed Terrace Stage.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2020
Asolo Rep has released a new video featuring Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards unveiling the venue's newly constructed Terrace Stage.
Van Wezel Announces January Cabaret By The Bay Dates
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2020
The Van Wezel announces all new Cabaret by the Bay dates, starring the Michael Ross Quartet! On Friday, January 15, 2021 and Saturday, January 16, 2021, enjoy live jazz in the Van Wezel's Grand Foyer with food and beverage by Mattison's. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 18 at 10 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2020
The Van Wezel announces all new Cabaret by the Bay dates, starring the Michael Ross Quartet! On Friday, January 15, 2021 and Saturday, January 16, 2021, enjoy live jazz in the Van Wezel's Grand Foyer with food and beverage by Mattison's. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 18 at 10 a.m.
Asolo Rep Announces New Commission to Playwright Ty Greenwood
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020
Asolo Repertory theatre has announced that its first Ground Floor Playwright Commission will go to emerging Black playwright Ty Greenwood for a new work inspired by writer and activist James Baldwin.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020
Asolo Repertory theatre has announced that its first Ground Floor Playwright Commission will go to emerging Black playwright Ty Greenwood for a new work inspired by writer and activist James Baldwin.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Plans To Reopen In 2021
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces that, after careful consideration, the theatre plans to reopen in the spring of 2021 with two new musical revues.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces that, after careful consideration, the theatre plans to reopen in the spring of 2021 with two new musical revues.
Illusionist Reza Kicks Off First Performance On Van Wezel's Main Stage Since March 2020
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020
The Van Wezel has announced the first show on the main stage since its March 2020 closure. World-class entertainer and illusionist Reza will bring his rock concert style show, “Edge of Illusion,” to a socially distanced audience at the Hall on Monday, January 25, 2021 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2020
The Van Wezel has announced the first show on the main stage since its March 2020 closure. World-class entertainer and illusionist Reza will bring his rock concert style show, “Edge of Illusion,” to a socially distanced audience at the Hall on Monday, January 25, 2021 at 7 p.m.
Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative Expands Board Of Trustees, And Community Partnerships And Programs
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
The Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative, a new nonprofit organization that promotes using the unifying power of the arts to nurture inclusion and diversity across the regional arts and cultural landscape, has recently expanded its board to 15 directors. According to Michéle Des Verney Redwine, SBAC's president, her “dream team” has spent the past year building alliances with other area nonprofits.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
The Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative, a new nonprofit organization that promotes using the unifying power of the arts to nurture inclusion and diversity across the regional arts and cultural landscape, has recently expanded its board to 15 directors. According to Michéle Des Verney Redwine, SBAC's president, her “dream team” has spent the past year building alliances with other area nonprofits.
Van Wezel Foundation Sponsors Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Virtual Residency for Olmeca
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
The Van Wezel Foundation and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall have announced a multifaceted arts-based approach to increase culturally relevant education and engagement for students, teachers and families.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
The Van Wezel Foundation and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall have announced a multifaceted arts-based approach to increase culturally relevant education and engagement for students, teachers and families.
Van Wezel Announces New Date For STOMP Performances
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall announces the following change to the 2020-2021 season.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall announces the following change to the 2020-2021 season.
Players Centre Presents Outdoor One-Man Production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
The Players Centre for Performing Arts presents an outdoor production of A Christmas Carol, a one-man play adapted by Greg Oliver Bodine, based on the novella by Charles Dickens.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2020
The Players Centre for Performing Arts presents an outdoor production of A Christmas Carol, a one-man play adapted by Greg Oliver Bodine, based on the novella by Charles Dickens.
BWW Review: CARRIE at Rise Above Performing Arts Scarier than a Pandemic
by Jude Hebit - December 04, 2020
The world is in a surreal and crazy state. So, what better musical to be one of the first out of the COVID hibernation than Rise Above Performing Arts’ production of “Carrie.”
by Jude Hebit - December 04, 2020
The world is in a surreal and crazy state. So, what better musical to be one of the first out of the COVID hibernation than Rise Above Performing Arts’ production of “Carrie.”
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