BWW Review: THE BARBER OF SEVILLE at Sarasota Opera House
by Carolan Trbovich - November 08, 2018
Sarasota Opera Brilliantly Stages The Barber of Seville
by Carolan Trbovich - November 08, 2018
Sarasota Opera Brilliantly Stages The Barber of Seville
Florida Studio Theatre Announces GUITAR GIRLS
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) proudly presents Guitar Girls, a tribute to some of the greatest female singer-songwriters of the past century. Featuring such hits as "Coal Miner's Daughter," "Jolene," "Big Yellow Taxi," and "I Will Always Love You," this FST original music revue follows the careers, personal journeys, and impact of female music icons from Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton to Joni Mitchell and the Dixie Chicks.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) proudly presents Guitar Girls, a tribute to some of the greatest female singer-songwriters of the past century. Featuring such hits as "Coal Miner's Daughter," "Jolene," "Big Yellow Taxi," and "I Will Always Love You," this FST original music revue follows the careers, personal journeys, and impact of female music icons from Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton to Joni Mitchell and the Dixie Chicks.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Full Cast For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) opens its 45th Winter Mainstage Season with the four-time Tony Award-winning musical, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. Called 'A true tour de force' by The New York Times, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder follows Monty Navarro, a lowly born Englishman who suddenly discovers he is eighth in succession to become the Earl of Highurst, and is determined to gain the title...by any means necessary. This critically-acclaimed, knock 'em dead musical, with Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman and Music and Lyrics by Steve Lutvak, will run starting November 7 in FST's Gompertz Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) opens its 45th Winter Mainstage Season with the four-time Tony Award-winning musical, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. Called 'A true tour de force' by The New York Times, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder follows Monty Navarro, a lowly born Englishman who suddenly discovers he is eighth in succession to become the Earl of Highurst, and is determined to gain the title...by any means necessary. This critically-acclaimed, knock 'em dead musical, with Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman and Music and Lyrics by Steve Lutvak, will run starting November 7 in FST's Gompertz Theatre.
RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S THE KING AND I Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2018
NETworks Presentations LLC announces that the national tour of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I, based on the 2015 Tony Award -winning Lincoln Center Theater Production, comes to the 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, but only select sections still have seats remaining at this time. Tickets are going fast - reserve your seats before they're gone! Casting will be announced at a future time.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2018
NETworks Presentations LLC announces that the national tour of Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE KING AND I, based on the 2015 Tony Award -winning Lincoln Center Theater Production, comes to the 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, but only select sections still have seats remaining at this time. Tickets are going fast - reserve your seats before they're gone! Casting will be announced at a future time.
Asolo Rep Receives $70,000 Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly announces that it is the recipient of a $70,000 Arts Appreciation Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation. The grant will support the theatre's highly anticipated 2018-19 season, which kicks off in November with a boldly reimagined production of The Music Man.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly announces that it is the recipient of a $70,000 Arts Appreciation Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation. The grant will support the theatre's highly anticipated 2018-19 season, which kicks off in November with a boldly reimagined production of The Music Man.
BWW Review: CABARET at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by Carolan Trbovich - November 05, 2018
Cabaret is a 1966 musical with music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and book by Joe Masteroff. The original Broadway production became such a hit it inspired several productions and revivals in New York and premiered in London's West End in 1968. Cabaret, the film, was produced in 1972, directed by Bob Fosse, and starred Liza Minnelli, Michael York, and Joel Grey. The film is particularly known for Liza Minnelli's rendition of 'Cabaret', a song she would come to sing in concert halls worldwide. It became her trademark.
by Carolan Trbovich - November 05, 2018
Cabaret is a 1966 musical with music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and book by Joe Masteroff. The original Broadway production became such a hit it inspired several productions and revivals in New York and premiered in London's West End in 1968. Cabaret, the film, was produced in 1972, directed by Bob Fosse, and starred Liza Minnelli, Michael York, and Joel Grey. The film is particularly known for Liza Minnelli's rendition of 'Cabaret', a song she would come to sing in concert halls worldwide. It became her trademark.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Presents Will and Anthony Nunziata in SOUNDTRACK: THE MUSIC OF OUR LIVES
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2018
Artists Series Concerts of Sarasota welcomes back acclaimed singers, songwriters and entertainers Will and Anthony Nunziata, performing "Soundtrack: The Music of Our Lives," a program created especially for Artist Series Concerts, on Sunday, December 2, 4:00 p.m., at the Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2018
Artists Series Concerts of Sarasota welcomes back acclaimed singers, songwriters and entertainers Will and Anthony Nunziata, performing "Soundtrack: The Music of Our Lives," a program created especially for Artist Series Concerts, on Sunday, December 2, 4:00 p.m., at the Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota.
Jim Brickman – A Joyful Christmas Comes To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2018
On Wednesday, November 28 at 7:30 p.m., embrace the holiday cheer with Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall! Brickman's 22nd annual holiday performance will be sure to deliver the sound and spirit of the season with carols, classics and original songs.
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2018
On Wednesday, November 28 at 7:30 p.m., embrace the holiday cheer with Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall! Brickman's 22nd annual holiday performance will be sure to deliver the sound and spirit of the season with carols, classics and original songs.
Seal Headlines Van Wezel Foundation Gala
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2018
Four-time Grammy Award-winning artist Seal makes his Sarasota debut as the star of the 18th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala on Saturday, February 16 at 5:00 PM
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2018
Four-time Grammy Award-winning artist Seal makes his Sarasota debut as the star of the 18th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala on Saturday, February 16 at 5:00 PM
Black Violin: Classical Boom Tour Comes To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2018
The Classical Boom Tour takes center stage as Black Violin returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m. Florida natives Wil Baptiste (viola) and Kev Marcus (violin) combine their classical training and hip-hop influences to create a distinctive multi-genre sound. NPR praised the duo and their recent album, saying "their music will keep classical music alive for the next generation."
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2018
The Classical Boom Tour takes center stage as Black Violin returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Tuesday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m. Florida natives Wil Baptiste (viola) and Kev Marcus (violin) combine their classical training and hip-hop influences to create a distinctive multi-genre sound. NPR praised the duo and their recent album, saying "their music will keep classical music alive for the next generation."
Asolo Rep Receives $100,000 Grant From Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly announces that it is the recipient of a $100,000 grant from the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly announces that it is the recipient of a $100,000 grant from the Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation.
FST Receives 'Arts Appreciation' Grant From Gulf Coast Community Foundation
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre is delighted to announce that Gulf Coast Community Foundation has issued a $45,000 "Arts Appreciation" grant to FST. These funds will underwrite FST's 2018/19 Winter Mainstage and Cabaret seasons and also sponsor FST's annual fundraising event on February 25.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre is delighted to announce that Gulf Coast Community Foundation has issued a $45,000 "Arts Appreciation" grant to FST. These funds will underwrite FST's 2018/19 Winter Mainstage and Cabaret seasons and also sponsor FST's annual fundraising event on February 25.
KC And The Sunshine Band Come To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2018
Grammy Award-winner KC and The Sunshine Band has celebrated over 40 years of making booties shake! Don't miss your favorite hits including "Get Down Tonight," "That's the Way (I Like It)," "Boogie Shoes" and "Rock Your Baby" at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Saturday, November 24 at 8 p.m. Come and "Shake Your Booty" - you'll be dancing in the aisles!
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2018
Grammy Award-winner KC and The Sunshine Band has celebrated over 40 years of making booties shake! Don't miss your favorite hits including "Get Down Tonight," "That's the Way (I Like It)," "Boogie Shoes" and "Rock Your Baby" at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Saturday, November 24 at 8 p.m. Come and "Shake Your Booty" - you'll be dancing in the aisles!
The Ringling's Curator Of Performance To Become Endowed Position
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2018
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Florida State University announce a new endowment gift to The Ringling from Stephen (Steve) and Judith (Judy) Shank, M.D. The gift will establish the Shank Curator of Performance Endowment which will support the hiring and retention of exceptional performance programming leadership.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2018
The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Florida State University announce a new endowment gift to The Ringling from Stephen (Steve) and Judith (Judy) Shank, M.D. The gift will establish the Shank Curator of Performance Endowment which will support the hiring and retention of exceptional performance programming leadership.
BWW Review: ICONOGRAPHIC at Sarasota Ballet
by Carolan Trbovich - October 28, 2018
Sarasota Ballet Presents Iconographic
by Carolan Trbovich - October 28, 2018
Sarasota Ballet Presents Iconographic
FST Celebrates The Holidays With DECK THE HALLS
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre's 2018-19 Children's Theatre Series continues with Deck the Halls!:Home for the Holidays, a musical celebration of everything that makes the holidays in Sarasota special. Families can escape the craziness of the holidays and go on a musical adventure with six magical elves who want to celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah in true Floridian manner. Performances of Deck the Halls! take place on Saturdays and select Sundays, starting November 24 in FST's Bowne's Lab Theatre. Deck the Halls! is the second show of a four-play subscription series. Subscriptions are available for ONLY $20. Single tickets are $10. Subscriptions and single tickets are available at floridastudiotheatre.org or through FST's Box Office at 941-366-9000.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre's 2018-19 Children's Theatre Series continues with Deck the Halls!:Home for the Holidays, a musical celebration of everything that makes the holidays in Sarasota special. Families can escape the craziness of the holidays and go on a musical adventure with six magical elves who want to celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah in true Floridian manner. Performances of Deck the Halls! take place on Saturdays and select Sundays, starting November 24 in FST's Bowne's Lab Theatre. Deck the Halls! is the second show of a four-play subscription series. Subscriptions are available for ONLY $20. Single tickets are $10. Subscriptions and single tickets are available at floridastudiotheatre.org or through FST's Box Office at 941-366-9000.
Dave Koz And Friends Christmas Tour 2018 Comes To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2018
Legendary Grammy Award-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, November 23 at 8 p.m. for an evening of holiday tunes! His 21st annual Dave Koz Christmas Tour 2018 will introduce Shelea, and features pop/blues saxophonist/singer, Mindi Abair, South African guitarist/singer, Jonathan Butler and Japanese keyboard sensation, Keiko Matsui.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2018
Legendary Grammy Award-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, November 23 at 8 p.m. for an evening of holiday tunes! His 21st annual Dave Koz Christmas Tour 2018 will introduce Shelea, and features pop/blues saxophonist/singer, Mindi Abair, South African guitarist/singer, Jonathan Butler and Japanese keyboard sensation, Keiko Matsui.
Kelli Maldonado Receives Nancy Roucher Arts Education Award
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2018
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is proud to announce Kelli Maldonado's acceptance of the Nancy Roucher Arts Education Award on Monday, October 22 at the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota's annual Celebration of the Arts. Kelli has been the Director of Education and Community Engagement at the Van Wezel for the past six years.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2018
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is proud to announce Kelli Maldonado's acceptance of the Nancy Roucher Arts Education Award on Monday, October 22 at the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota's annual Celebration of the Arts. Kelli has been the Director of Education and Community Engagement at the Van Wezel for the past six years.
Tickets For Disney's THE LION KING At Van Wezel On Sale November 2nd
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2018
Disney Theatrical Productions and The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall announced today that tickets for the long-awaited premiere engagement of Disney's The Lion King go on sale to the public on Friday, November 2, 2018. Disney's The Lion King will leap onto the Van Wezel stage on Thursday, March 14 for a 3-week engagement through Sunday, March 31. The official opening night for Disney's THE LION KING is Friday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2018
Disney Theatrical Productions and The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall announced today that tickets for the long-awaited premiere engagement of Disney's The Lion King go on sale to the public on Friday, November 2, 2018. Disney's The Lion King will leap onto the Van Wezel stage on Thursday, March 14 for a 3-week engagement through Sunday, March 31. The official opening night for Disney's THE LION KING is Friday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Full Cast For A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) opens its 45th Winter Mainstage Season with the four-time Tony Award-winning musical, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. Called 'A true tour de force' by The New York Times, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder follows Monty Navarro, a lowly born Englishman who suddenly discovers he is eighth in succession to become the Earl of Highurst, and is determined to gain the title...by any means necessary. This critically-acclaimed, knock 'em dead musical, with Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman and Music and Lyrics by Steve Lutvak, will run starting November 7 in FST's Gompertz Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) opens its 45th Winter Mainstage Season with the four-time Tony Award-winning musical, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. Called 'A true tour de force' by The New York Times, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder follows Monty Navarro, a lowly born Englishman who suddenly discovers he is eighth in succession to become the Earl of Highurst, and is determined to gain the title...by any means necessary. This critically-acclaimed, knock 'em dead musical, with Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman and Music and Lyrics by Steve Lutvak, will run starting November 7 in FST's Gompertz Theatre.
BEYOND GLORY Starring Stephen Lang Comes To Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
On Monday, November 19, 2018 at 7:30 p.m., the stories of eight brave men who won the Medal of Honor in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam come to life on the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall stage in Beyond Glory. This special Sarasota premiere stars award-winning playwright, stage and screen star, Stephen Lang, who has appeared as Col. Miles Quaritch in Avatar and The Blind Man in Don't Breathe. Spellbinding and thrilling, Beyond Glory presents poignant portraits of men at war, pushed into narrow corners and faced with hard choices - an event not to be missed!
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2018
On Monday, November 19, 2018 at 7:30 p.m., the stories of eight brave men who won the Medal of Honor in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam come to life on the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall stage in Beyond Glory. This special Sarasota premiere stars award-winning playwright, stage and screen star, Stephen Lang, who has appeared as Col. Miles Quaritch in Avatar and The Blind Man in Don't Breathe. Spellbinding and thrilling, Beyond Glory presents poignant portraits of men at war, pushed into narrow corners and faced with hard choices - an event not to be missed!
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Awards Major Grant To Embracing Our Differences
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
Gulf Coast Community Foundation recently awarded Embracing Our Differences a $40,000 Arts Appreciation grant, which offers unrestricted funding to area arts organizations in support of their artistic mission. According to Sarah Wertheimer, Embracing Our Differences' executive director, the grant will help fund the organization's 2019 outdoor exhibition celebrating diversity, which runs January 19 to March 15 in Bayfront Park in downtown Sarasota. The grant will also be directed to empower EOD's annual educational outreach programs and initiatives.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
Gulf Coast Community Foundation recently awarded Embracing Our Differences a $40,000 Arts Appreciation grant, which offers unrestricted funding to area arts organizations in support of their artistic mission. According to Sarah Wertheimer, Embracing Our Differences' executive director, the grant will help fund the organization's 2019 outdoor exhibition celebrating diversity, which runs January 19 to March 15 in Bayfront Park in downtown Sarasota. The grant will also be directed to empower EOD's annual educational outreach programs and initiatives.
One Week Left To Submit Nominations for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Seal Makes His Sarasota Debut As Star Of Van Wezel Gala
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
Four-time Grammy Award-winning artist Seal makes his Sarasota debut as the star of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Foundation Gala on Saturday, February 16 at 8:30 p.m.! Seal's iconic baritone voice will soar through the intimate Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall as he performs his greatest hits including "Crazy" and "Kiss from a Rose". This show is the featured performance of the 18th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala. (See below for more Gala information.)
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2018
Four-time Grammy Award-winning artist Seal makes his Sarasota debut as the star of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Foundation Gala on Saturday, February 16 at 8:30 p.m.! Seal's iconic baritone voice will soar through the intimate Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall as he performs his greatest hits including "Crazy" and "Kiss from a Rose". This show is the featured performance of the 18th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala. (See below for more Gala information.)
Kenny G Returns To The Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2018
On Today, October 19 at 8:00 PM, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G returns to Sarasota to fill the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall with his unmistakable sound.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2018
On Today, October 19 at 8:00 PM, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Kenny G returns to Sarasota to fill the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall with his unmistakable sound.
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