PILOBOLUS - SHADOWLAND: THE NEW ADVENTURE Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2018
Internationally renowned movement company Pilobolus presents Shadowland: The New Adventure at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, January 22 at 7:30 p.m. Employing animation, video and live shadow theater, this madcap adventure dips its toe into the genres of science fiction, film noir and romantic comedy to tell a love story about two people and their quest to save a magical bird.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2018
Internationally renowned movement company Pilobolus presents Shadowland: The New Adventure at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, January 22 at 7:30 p.m. Employing animation, video and live shadow theater, this madcap adventure dips its toe into the genres of science fiction, film noir and romantic comedy to tell a love story about two people and their quest to save a magical bird.
Asolo Rep Kicks Off Its Repertory Season With THE CRUCIBLE
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
Asolo Rep continues its celebration of 60 years on stage with a world-class production of Pulitzer Prize-winner Arthur Miller's Tony Award-winning masterwork THE CRUCIBLE. Helmed by Asolo Rep Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards, this chillingly timeless drama previews January 9 and 10, opens January 11 and runs through March 10 in rotating repertory in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
Asolo Rep continues its celebration of 60 years on stage with a world-class production of Pulitzer Prize-winner Arthur Miller's Tony Award-winning masterwork THE CRUCIBLE. Helmed by Asolo Rep Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards, this chillingly timeless drama previews January 9 and 10, opens January 11 and runs through March 10 in rotating repertory in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
The Righteous Brothers Come To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
The Righteous Brothers bring the "lovin' feelin'" back to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, January 15 at 8 p.m. Bill Medley's signature baritone voice has earned him a Grammy, Golden Globe and an Oscar Award. Bill also recorded the chart-topping duet with Jennifer Warnes, "The Time of My Life," for the movie Dirty Dancing, which went on to sell over 32 million copies worldwide. Bucky Heard joins Bill Medley for a concert experience featuring the biggest hits: "Soul & Inspiration," "Unchained Melody," "Rock and Roll Heaven" and many more!
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
The Righteous Brothers bring the "lovin' feelin'" back to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, January 15 at 8 p.m. Bill Medley's signature baritone voice has earned him a Grammy, Golden Globe and an Oscar Award. Bill also recorded the chart-topping duet with Jennifer Warnes, "The Time of My Life," for the movie Dirty Dancing, which went on to sell over 32 million copies worldwide. Bucky Heard joins Bill Medley for a concert experience featuring the biggest hits: "Soul & Inspiration," "Unchained Melody," "Rock and Roll Heaven" and many more!
Linda Eder Comes To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
Linda Eder, one of the original stars of Broadway's Jekyll & Hyde, returns to Sarasota! Eder boasts a diverse repertoire spanning Broadway, standards, pop, country and jazz, making her one of America's most beloved singers and dynamic live performers. Don't miss this showcase of one of the greatest voices of our time on Thursday, January 17 at 8 p.m. - LIVE at the Van Wezel.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2018
Linda Eder, one of the original stars of Broadway's Jekyll & Hyde, returns to Sarasota! Eder boasts a diverse repertoire spanning Broadway, standards, pop, country and jazz, making her one of America's most beloved singers and dynamic live performers. Don't miss this showcase of one of the greatest voices of our time on Thursday, January 17 at 8 p.m. - LIVE at the Van Wezel.
Three Weeks Left To Vote For the BWW Sarasota Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 10, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - December 10, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Rise Above Performing Arts Will Bring JOSEPH... To Sarasota In 2019
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
Rise Above Performing Arts will start out the new year with Andrew Lloyd Webber's first musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat with Book and Lyrics by Tim Rice. The show will open Thursday, January 10th with performances running until Sunday, January 13th.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
Rise Above Performing Arts will start out the new year with Andrew Lloyd Webber's first musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat with Book and Lyrics by Tim Rice. The show will open Thursday, January 10th with performances running until Sunday, January 13th.
Air Supply Comes To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
Become 'Lost in Love' with Graham Russel and Russel Hitchcock on Sunday, January 13 at 7 p.m. as Air Supply returns to the Van Wezel! Don't miss their famous hits including 'All Out of Love,' 'The One That You Love,' 'Sweet Dreams,' 'Making Love Out Of Nothing At All,' 'Goodbye' and 'Dance With Me.' The trademark sound of Russell Hitchcock's soaring tenor voice and Graham Russell's simple yet majestic songs have created a unique sound, standing the test of time for over 40 years. 'It's Never Too Late' to reserve your seats!
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
Become 'Lost in Love' with Graham Russel and Russel Hitchcock on Sunday, January 13 at 7 p.m. as Air Supply returns to the Van Wezel! Don't miss their famous hits including 'All Out of Love,' 'The One That You Love,' 'Sweet Dreams,' 'Making Love Out Of Nothing At All,' 'Goodbye' and 'Dance With Me.' The trademark sound of Russell Hitchcock's soaring tenor voice and Graham Russell's simple yet majestic songs have created a unique sound, standing the test of time for over 40 years. 'It's Never Too Late' to reserve your seats!
Sarah McLachlan Featuring Vanessa Freebairn-Smith: An Intimate Evening Of Songs And Storytelling Comes To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
Three-time Grammy Award-winner Sarah McLachlan returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, February 26 at 8 p.m. With over 40 million albums sold worldwide and 12 Juno Awards to her name, McLachlan was recently inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and has solidified her status as one of the most celebrated singer-songwriters in the entertainment industry.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2018
Three-time Grammy Award-winner Sarah McLachlan returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, February 26 at 8 p.m. With over 40 million albums sold worldwide and 12 Juno Awards to her name, McLachlan was recently inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and has solidified her status as one of the most celebrated singer-songwriters in the entertainment industry.
BWW Review: ALL SHOOK UP at The Players Centre
by Carolan Trbovich - December 09, 2018
Get All Shook Up at The Players With A Touch of Elvis
by Carolan Trbovich - December 09, 2018
Get All Shook Up at The Players With A Touch of Elvis
BWW Review: 'TIS THE SEASON at Sarasota Orchestra
by Carolan Trbovich - December 09, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra Delivers Another Awesome Holiday Concert
by Carolan Trbovich - December 09, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra Delivers Another Awesome Holiday Concert
BWW Review: MARVIN GAYE: PRINCE OF SOUL at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Carolan Trbovich - December 08, 2018
Marvin Gaye Comes To Life at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Latest Production
by Carolan Trbovich - December 08, 2018
Marvin Gaye Comes To Life at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Latest Production
BWW Review: AN EVENING OF LAUGHTER AND REFLECTION at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
by Carolan Trbovich - December 06, 2018
Carol Burnett has a way with people. She befriends you immediately, puts you at ease and opens up her heart to a candid conversation. What you see is what you get and fans will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with this cherished living legend during her upcoming tour, An Evening of Laughter and Reflection, Where the Audience Asks the Questions. This show has Miss Burnett doing what she does best - connecting with her audience. Besides taking questions, she will be showing clips from her shows in a format that harkens back to the legendary openings of The Carol Burnett Show where her studio audience had an unfiltered opportunity to engage Carol with questions and receive spontaneous answers. 'I love the spontaneity of these evenings,' said Carol.
by Carolan Trbovich - December 06, 2018
Carol Burnett has a way with people. She befriends you immediately, puts you at ease and opens up her heart to a candid conversation. What you see is what you get and fans will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with this cherished living legend during her upcoming tour, An Evening of Laughter and Reflection, Where the Audience Asks the Questions. This show has Miss Burnett doing what she does best - connecting with her audience. Besides taking questions, she will be showing clips from her shows in a format that harkens back to the legendary openings of The Carol Burnett Show where her studio audience had an unfiltered opportunity to engage Carol with questions and receive spontaneous answers. 'I love the spontaneity of these evenings,' said Carol.
FST Extends UNCHAINED MELODIES and A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2018
Due to audience demand, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces that two hit productions-the FST original music revue Unchained Melodies and Mainstage production of A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder-will have extended runs this season.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2018
Due to audience demand, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces that two hit productions-the FST original music revue Unchained Melodies and Mainstage production of A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder-will have extended runs this season.
3 REDNECK TENORS Come to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2018
Combining the perfect mixture of down-home laughs with big-city music, the Sarasota premiere of 3 Redneck Tenors at the Van Wezel is a show like you've never seen before! It has been said that if "Larry the Cable Guy, Il Divo and Mrs. Doubtfire had a baby, that child would be the 3 Redneck Tenors." On Wednesday, January 9 at 8 p.m., these trailer park singing sensations have a great many stories to tell, taking us on one sidesplitting ride of comedy and audience interaction. Audiences spend an evening wowed by veteran singers, showcased through a smorgasbord of songs ranging from Gospel and Country to Broadway, Pop and Classical.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2018
Combining the perfect mixture of down-home laughs with big-city music, the Sarasota premiere of 3 Redneck Tenors at the Van Wezel is a show like you've never seen before! It has been said that if "Larry the Cable Guy, Il Divo and Mrs. Doubtfire had a baby, that child would be the 3 Redneck Tenors." On Wednesday, January 9 at 8 p.m., these trailer park singing sensations have a great many stories to tell, taking us on one sidesplitting ride of comedy and audience interaction. Audiences spend an evening wowed by veteran singers, showcased through a smorgasbord of songs ranging from Gospel and Country to Broadway, Pop and Classical.
SOMETHING ROTTEN! Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul, the Sarasota premiere of the completely original new musical, Something Rotten!, opens at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Monday, January 7 at 7:30 p.m. and continues with a second performance on Tuesday, January 8 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $42-$87 with limited seats remaining.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul, the Sarasota premiere of the completely original new musical, Something Rotten!, opens at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Monday, January 7 at 7:30 p.m. and continues with a second performance on Tuesday, January 8 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $42-$87 with limited seats remaining.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory's Presentation Of GHOSTS Will Kick Off The New Year!
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
This January, the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training will present Henrik Ibsen's haunting work of drama, "Ghosts", directed by Andrei Malaev-Babel. In rain-soaked 19th century Norway, Mrs. Alving is desperately trying to maintain her late husband's positive reputation despite his personal flaws. She sends her son far away to be educated and builds an orphanage dedicated to the late and "great" Captain Alving. But when Osvald returns home for the dedication, secrets from the past come to light and the truth cannot be unseen. Mrs. Alving's hopes for Osvald and the orphanage are dashed as the fateful night unravels. A cast of five will perform "Ghosts" in the Cook Theatre, January 2 - 20 with a pay-what-you-can preview night on New Years Day (January 1, 2019). Tickets are $30.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
This January, the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training will present Henrik Ibsen's haunting work of drama, "Ghosts", directed by Andrei Malaev-Babel. In rain-soaked 19th century Norway, Mrs. Alving is desperately trying to maintain her late husband's positive reputation despite his personal flaws. She sends her son far away to be educated and builds an orphanage dedicated to the late and "great" Captain Alving. But when Osvald returns home for the dedication, secrets from the past come to light and the truth cannot be unseen. Mrs. Alving's hopes for Osvald and the orphanage are dashed as the fateful night unravels. A cast of five will perform "Ghosts" in the Cook Theatre, January 2 - 20 with a pay-what-you-can preview night on New Years Day (January 1, 2019). Tickets are $30.
Vote For The 2018 BWW Sarasota Awards; EVITA Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Its Stage III Series
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is proud to announce the lineup for its 2019 Stage III Series, dedicated to presenting edgy new plays that are challenging in both content and form. FST's 2019 Stage III season offers one of the most varied lineups to date, with an irreverent puppet comedy, a crackling drama about hatred, and a charming exploration of the nature of celebrity.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is proud to announce the lineup for its 2019 Stage III Series, dedicated to presenting edgy new plays that are challenging in both content and form. FST's 2019 Stage III season offers one of the most varied lineups to date, with an irreverent puppet comedy, a crackling drama about hatred, and a charming exploration of the nature of celebrity.
Salute To Vienna New Year's Concert Comes To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Usher in the New Year with the dazzling spectacle of the Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at 7 p.m. Inspired by the annual Viennese "Neujahrskonzert", this stunning celebration blends acclaimed European singers and dancers with full orchestra in a fresh, new program each year. Step into Vienna's golden age and spend the evening caught up in the joy, grandeur and music of a time past but not forgotten at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall!
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Usher in the New Year with the dazzling spectacle of the Salute to Vienna New Year's Concert on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at 7 p.m. Inspired by the annual Viennese "Neujahrskonzert", this stunning celebration blends acclaimed European singers and dancers with full orchestra in a fresh, new program each year. Step into Vienna's golden age and spend the evening caught up in the joy, grandeur and music of a time past but not forgotten at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall!
Jay Leno Returns To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Late Night TV legend Jay Leno returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, January 3 at 8 p.m. Admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children's book author, much-in-demand corporate speaker, lovable TV and movie voice-over artist, pioneering car builder/mechanic and philanthropist…it's no wonder that Jay Leno is widely characterized as "the hardest working man in show business." Leno was honored with a key to the City of Sarasota in 2014 after his final episode of "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," and he kicks off 2019 at the Van Wezel with a night of comedy you won't want to miss!
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Late Night TV legend Jay Leno returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, January 3 at 8 p.m. Admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children's book author, much-in-demand corporate speaker, lovable TV and movie voice-over artist, pioneering car builder/mechanic and philanthropist…it's no wonder that Jay Leno is widely characterized as "the hardest working man in show business." Leno was honored with a key to the City of Sarasota in 2014 after his final episode of "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," and he kicks off 2019 at the Van Wezel with a night of comedy you won't want to miss!
Review Roundup: Asolo Rep Kicks Off 60th Season with THE MUSIC MAN
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Asolo Rep proudly kicks off its 60th season with a highly imaginative production of Meredith Willson's Tony Award-winning exuberant masterpiece THE MUSIC MAN. Directed by Tony nominee Jeff Calhoun (Newsies), this tap dancing-infused production stars legendary Broadway song and dance man Noah Racey as Harold Hill.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Asolo Rep proudly kicks off its 60th season with a highly imaginative production of Meredith Willson's Tony Award-winning exuberant masterpiece THE MUSIC MAN. Directed by Tony nominee Jeff Calhoun (Newsies), this tap dancing-infused production stars legendary Broadway song and dance man Noah Racey as Harold Hill.
A Festive Evening of Beloved Songs Awaits at Sarasota Opera House
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
Just in time for the holidays, Sarasota Opera's "An Evening of Operetta" will light up the Sarasota Opera House with sparkling musical gems to enchant and delight. You'll find yourself in the "The Land of Smiles" as opera singers present a showcase of beautiful melodies such as "The Merry Widow Waltz," "Thine Alone," "Wanting You," and "A Toast to Champagne." Tickets start at just $10 for the performance on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
Just in time for the holidays, Sarasota Opera's "An Evening of Operetta" will light up the Sarasota Opera House with sparkling musical gems to enchant and delight. You'll find yourself in the "The Land of Smiles" as opera singers present a showcase of beautiful melodies such as "The Merry Widow Waltz," "Thine Alone," "Wanting You," and "A Toast to Champagne." Tickets start at just $10 for the performance on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 7:30pm.
ON YOUR FEET! Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is pleased to announce that the Sarasota engagement of the hit Broadway musical ON YOUR FEET! - based on the life story of seven-time GRAMMY-winning international superstar Gloria Estefan and her husband, 19-time GRAMMY-winning producer-musician-entrepreneur Emilio Estefan - is on sale now! Performances run from December 26-30. Show times are Wednesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is pleased to announce that the Sarasota engagement of the hit Broadway musical ON YOUR FEET! - based on the life story of seven-time GRAMMY-winning international superstar Gloria Estefan and her husband, 19-time GRAMMY-winning producer-musician-entrepreneur Emilio Estefan - is on sale now! Performances run from December 26-30. Show times are Wednesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Sarasota Welcomes Jim Brickman
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
Be part of the holiday concert tradition of the season with Grammy nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
Be part of the holiday concert tradition of the season with Grammy nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2018
NETworks Presentations announces that the national tour of the Lincoln Center Theater Production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I, based on the 2015 Tony Award-winning Lincoln Center Theater Production, will make its Sarasota premiere at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for two shows on Tuesday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, December 5 at 7:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit VanWezel.org, call 941-953-3368 or visit our box office. Tickets start at $37 with limited availability.
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2018
NETworks Presentations announces that the national tour of the Lincoln Center Theater Production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I, based on the 2015 Tony Award-winning Lincoln Center Theater Production, will make its Sarasota premiere at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for two shows on Tuesday, December 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, December 5 at 7:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit VanWezel.org, call 941-953-3368 or visit our box office. Tickets start at $37 with limited availability.
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