North Coast Extends Stay at Florida Studio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre is proud to announce that New York City's premier hip-hop comedy team, North Coast, is extending their stay in Sarasota following the 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival.
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre is proud to announce that New York City's premier hip-hop comedy team, North Coast, is extending their stay in Sarasota following the 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival.
BWW Review: MURDER FOR TWO at Florida Studio Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - July 02, 2018
Mystery, Murder & Mayhem Ensue Onstage in Florida Studio Theatre's Production of Murder for Two
by Carolan Trbovich - July 02, 2018
Mystery, Murder & Mayhem Ensue Onstage in Florida Studio Theatre's Production of Murder for Two
FST Announces Special Event Featuring Dick Smothers Of The Smothers Brothers
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is pleased to announce a special event that has just been added to the 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival lineup-That's My Song: An Intimate Evening with Dick Smothers, a celebration of comedy legends Tommy and Dick Smothers, more commonly known as The Smothers Brothers. Remembered today as popular American comedians and musicians, The Smothers Brothers were among the first to perform improvised material onstage as part of their musical comedy performances. At this special event, Florida Studio Theatre will recognize the group's artistic contributions to improv at its milestone Improv Festival. FST's Managing Director Rebecca Hopkins will lead an in-depth interview with the one and only Dick Smothers, followed by a fully improvised hip-hop homage to the Brothers' groundbreaking work performed by North Coast, New York City's premier hip-hop comedy team. Single tickets are $20 each for non-Festival pass-holders, or just $10 for Festival pass-holders. Tickets are now on sale at (941) 366-9000 or www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is pleased to announce a special event that has just been added to the 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival lineup-That's My Song: An Intimate Evening with Dick Smothers, a celebration of comedy legends Tommy and Dick Smothers, more commonly known as The Smothers Brothers. Remembered today as popular American comedians and musicians, The Smothers Brothers were among the first to perform improvised material onstage as part of their musical comedy performances. At this special event, Florida Studio Theatre will recognize the group's artistic contributions to improv at its milestone Improv Festival. FST's Managing Director Rebecca Hopkins will lead an in-depth interview with the one and only Dick Smothers, followed by a fully improvised hip-hop homage to the Brothers' groundbreaking work performed by North Coast, New York City's premier hip-hop comedy team. Single tickets are $20 each for non-Festival pass-holders, or just $10 for Festival pass-holders. Tickets are now on sale at (941) 366-9000 or www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
BWW Review: INCOGNITO at Urbanite Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - June 28, 2018
Brilliant INCOGNITO Hits Urbanite's Stage
by Carolan Trbovich - June 28, 2018
Brilliant INCOGNITO Hits Urbanite's Stage
The Swingaroos Jazz Up The Summer At Florida Studio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Studio Theatre (FST) opens its second show of the Summer Sidekicks Cabaret Season, The Music of the Night, featuring the gifted jazz and swing sextet, The Swingaroos. Called a "Stellar group of musicians" and "Impressive" by Jay Handelman of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, The Swingaroos bring their swingin'est versions of songs embraced by the worlds of theatre and jazz alike to the John C. Court Cabaret starting July 17.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
Studio Theatre (FST) opens its second show of the Summer Sidekicks Cabaret Season, The Music of the Night, featuring the gifted jazz and swing sextet, The Swingaroos. Called a "Stellar group of musicians" and "Impressive" by Jay Handelman of the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, The Swingaroos bring their swingin'est versions of songs embraced by the worlds of theatre and jazz alike to the John C. Court Cabaret starting July 17.
Van Wezel Receives Over $100k In Grants
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has received two grants totaling over $100,000 for the 2018-2019 season. The Sarasota County Commission awarded $93,481 to the Van Wezel as part of the Tourist Development Cultural/Arts Program, which ensures that tourist tax collections are reinvested in arts and cultural programming. Similarly, the Florida Division of Cultural Affairs awarded $9,950 to the Van Wezel from the General Support Program grant, an award designed to support organizations which further the state's cultural objectives.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2018
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has received two grants totaling over $100,000 for the 2018-2019 season. The Sarasota County Commission awarded $93,481 to the Van Wezel as part of the Tourist Development Cultural/Arts Program, which ensures that tourist tax collections are reinvested in arts and cultural programming. Similarly, the Florida Division of Cultural Affairs awarded $9,950 to the Van Wezel from the General Support Program grant, an award designed to support organizations which further the state's cultural objectives.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is proud to announce its first show of the 2018-2019 Winter Mainstage Season: the Tony Award-winning musical, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. Called one of the "Most inspired new musicals in years" 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 ninth in succession to become the Earl of Highurst. Filled with remarkable music and killer laughs, this Broadway hit takes audiences on a journey through Monty's murderous hijinks as he pursues his "rightful" place in the family.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is proud to announce its first show of the 2018-2019 Winter Mainstage Season: the Tony Award-winning musical, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. Called one of the "Most inspired new musicals in years" 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 ninth in succession to become the Earl of Highurst. Filled with remarkable music and killer laughs, this Broadway hit takes audiences on a journey through Monty's murderous hijinks as he pursues his "rightful" place in the family.
Florida Studio Theatre's Summer Improv Season Is Jam-Packed With Laughter
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
FST Improv announces its summer season with three distinct shows that will bring spontaneity, playfulness, and a bit of history to Sarasota. Playing through June 30 is the fresh and daring Comedy Freestyle, where audience members will see free-form improv-a challenging improv style with no rules or limits. Playing on July 7 only is When X Meets Y: American Revolution, FST's special holiday improv show celebrating Independence Day, which follows a band of American colonists fighting the British, but adds a thrilling romantic twist. Starting July 28 is Comedy Lottery, FST's short-form improv show built off the audience's suggestions and favorite games. All three programs play on Saturdays at 7:30 pm in FST's Bowne's Lab. Full menu and bar are available for all performances. Doors open one hour prior to the show. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased from the FST Box Office in person, by calling (941) 366-9000, or online at www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
FST Improv announces its summer season with three distinct shows that will bring spontaneity, playfulness, and a bit of history to Sarasota. Playing through June 30 is the fresh and daring Comedy Freestyle, where audience members will see free-form improv-a challenging improv style with no rules or limits. Playing on July 7 only is When X Meets Y: American Revolution, FST's special holiday improv show celebrating Independence Day, which follows a band of American colonists fighting the British, but adds a thrilling romantic twist. Starting July 28 is Comedy Lottery, FST's short-form improv show built off the audience's suggestions and favorite games. All three programs play on Saturdays at 7:30 pm in FST's Bowne's Lab. Full menu and bar are available for all performances. Doors open one hour prior to the show. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased from the FST Box Office in person, by calling (941) 366-9000, or online at www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
ArtsREVO Announces A New Online Marketplace For Original Art
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
Jessica Margiewicz, CEO of ArtsREVO, announces the company's grand opening on the online original art scene.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
Jessica Margiewicz, CEO of ArtsREVO, announces the company's grand opening on the online original art scene.
Single Tickets For The 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival Are Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the onsale of single tickets for its 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival. Over the course of the three-day Festival (July 12, 13, and 14), locals and tourists will travel to this destination event to see some of the world's best improvisers from all over the nation and as far as France and Spain. Known in the improv community as the "Festival of Headliners," the 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival is a whirlwind of laughter, comedy, and surprises, packed with over 75 artists and 28 performances over the course of the three-day event.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the onsale of single tickets for its 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival. Over the course of the three-day Festival (July 12, 13, and 14), locals and tourists will travel to this destination event to see some of the world's best improvisers from all over the nation and as far as France and Spain. Known in the improv community as the "Festival of Headliners," the 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival is a whirlwind of laughter, comedy, and surprises, packed with over 75 artists and 28 performances over the course of the three-day event.
BWW Review: ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE at Florida Studio Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - June 18, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre Goes Country With Brilliant Performance of Always...Patsy Cline
by Carolan Trbovich - June 18, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre Goes Country With Brilliant Performance of Always...Patsy Cline
BWW Feature: 2018 SUMMER CABARET FESTIVAL at Venice Theatre
by John Lariviere - June 17, 2018
Venice Theatre is once again turning its Pinkerton Theatre into Pinky's Cabaret for the sixth annual Summer Cabaret Festival with 20 different productions featuring some of the best cabaret acts in the state of Florida. Performances are July 13-Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, with some late night performances. Tickets are $20. Venice Theatre is located at 140 W. Tampa Ave. in Venice, FL. For more information you may call the box office at 941-488-1115, or go on line to venicestage.com.
by John Lariviere - June 17, 2018
Venice Theatre is once again turning its Pinkerton Theatre into Pinky's Cabaret for the sixth annual Summer Cabaret Festival with 20 different productions featuring some of the best cabaret acts in the state of Florida. Performances are July 13-Aug. 26 at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, with some late night performances. Tickets are $20. Venice Theatre is located at 140 W. Tampa Ave. in Venice, FL. For more information you may call the box office at 941-488-1115, or go on line to venicestage.com.
BWW Review: JUNGLE BOOK at ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE
by Carolan Trbovich - June 15, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre hits a home run bringing this re-imagined and inventive production to its stage. The Canadian theater and television team of Craig Francis and Rick Miller who staged their version of 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea' last year is the talent behind the re-telling of this classic children's story.
by Carolan Trbovich - June 15, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre hits a home run bringing this re-imagined and inventive production to its stage. The Canadian theater and television team of Craig Francis and Rick Miller who staged their version of 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea' last year is the talent behind the re-telling of this classic children's story.
BWW Review: SARASOTA MUSIC FESTIVAL at Sarasota Orchestra
by Carolan Trbovich - June 13, 2018
Sarasota Music Festival Comes To Life!
by Carolan Trbovich - June 13, 2018
Sarasota Music Festival Comes To Life!
Comedy Fans Learn From The Pros At The 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
The 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival (July 12, 13, 14) will bring together over 75 of the best improvisers from all over the country, and as far as France and Spain, for three consecutive days this summer.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2018
The 10th Anniversary Sarasota Improv Festival (July 12, 13, 14) will bring together over 75 of the best improvisers from all over the country, and as far as France and Spain, for three consecutive days this summer.
Dog Days Theatre Presents Orton's WHAT THE BUTLER SAW
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
Dog Days Theatre begins its second season with Joe Orton's farce What the Butler Saw, playing July 12 through 29 in the Cook Theatre at FSU Center for Performing Arts in Sarasota. Single tickets are $30, or a season ticket package-paired with Dog Days Theatre's August production of The Turn of the Screw-is available for $55. What the Butler Saw is made possible with support from The Observer, Sarasota County Tourist Development Tax Services, The Exchange, and WUSF Public Media, and is presented by FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2018
Dog Days Theatre begins its second season with Joe Orton's farce What the Butler Saw, playing July 12 through 29 in the Cook Theatre at FSU Center for Performing Arts in Sarasota. Single tickets are $30, or a season ticket package-paired with Dog Days Theatre's August production of The Turn of the Screw-is available for $55. What the Butler Saw is made possible with support from The Observer, Sarasota County Tourist Development Tax Services, The Exchange, and WUSF Public Media, and is presented by FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training.
JAH MOVEMENT Opens Van Wezel's FRIDAY FEST
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
Opening the Van Wezel's free outdoor Friday Fest concert series on June 22 is reggae band, Jah Movement. Fronted by hometown hero and vocalist extraordinaire Shantel Norman, Jah Movement plays Top 40, Funk, Soul, R&B and Calypso Dance music.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
Opening the Van Wezel's free outdoor Friday Fest concert series on June 22 is reggae band, Jah Movement. Fronted by hometown hero and vocalist extraordinaire Shantel Norman, Jah Movement plays Top 40, Funk, Soul, R&B and Calypso Dance music.
LORD OF THE DANCE: DANGEROUS GAMES - Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
On Sunday, October 14 at 7:00 PM, Lord of the Dance returns to the Van Wezel with their new spectacular show, Dangerous Games.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2018
On Sunday, October 14 at 7:00 PM, Lord of the Dance returns to the Van Wezel with their new spectacular show, Dangerous Games.
Lightning Bolt Productions Presents Stephen Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS This June
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
Into the Woods, the multi-award-winning (Tony Awards, Drama Desk Awards, Olivier Awards) musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine, skillfully interweaves several classic fairy tales into one epic story that shows what happens when things get real in the fairy-tale world. Lightning Bolt Productions upcoming production of this acclaimed Broadway musical will run at the West Boca Performing Arts Center at West Boca High School* from June 8th through 17th.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2018
Into the Woods, the multi-award-winning (Tony Awards, Drama Desk Awards, Olivier Awards) musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine, skillfully interweaves several classic fairy tales into one epic story that shows what happens when things get real in the fairy-tale world. Lightning Bolt Productions upcoming production of this acclaimed Broadway musical will run at the West Boca Performing Arts Center at West Boca High School* from June 8th through 17th.
MURDER FOR TWO Brings Killer Laughs to Sarasota
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) opens its second show of the Summer Mainstage Season, Murder for Two, a musical whodunit that flawlessly blends classic musical comedy and madcap mystery. This musical homage to classic murder mysteries was an Off-Broadway hit, and won the Joseph Jefferson Award for Best New Musical Work in 2011. Murder for Two begins June 27 and is part of a 3-show Summer Mainstage subscription package, which can be purchased for as little as $49. This package also includes Always…Patsy Cline, Ted Swindley's musical homage to the legendary country music icon, as well as Other People's Money by Jerry Sterner, another Off-Broadway hit exploring ethics and business. Subscriptions as well as single tickets are available by calling the FST box office at (941) 366-9000 or at www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) opens its second show of the Summer Mainstage Season, Murder for Two, a musical whodunit that flawlessly blends classic musical comedy and madcap mystery. This musical homage to classic murder mysteries was an Off-Broadway hit, and won the Joseph Jefferson Award for Best New Musical Work in 2011. Murder for Two begins June 27 and is part of a 3-show Summer Mainstage subscription package, which can be purchased for as little as $49. This package also includes Always…Patsy Cline, Ted Swindley's musical homage to the legendary country music icon, as well as Other People's Money by Jerry Sterner, another Off-Broadway hit exploring ethics and business. Subscriptions as well as single tickets are available by calling the FST box office at (941) 366-9000 or at www.floridastudiotheatre.org.
FST Announces Its Second Extension Of ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Due to tremendous audience response, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the second extension of its first Mainstage production of the Summer Season, Always…Patsy Cline, mere days after it opened. This musical, which Sarasota Magazine calls "Perennially popular," celebrates Patsy Cline and her music's staying power.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2018
Due to tremendous audience response, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the second extension of its first Mainstage production of the Summer Season, Always…Patsy Cline, mere days after it opened. This musical, which Sarasota Magazine calls "Perennially popular," celebrates Patsy Cline and her music's staying power.
Florida Studio Theatre Extends ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2018
Due to audience demand, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the extension of its first Mainstage production of the Summer Season, Always…Patsy Cline, before it opens on June 1. This musical, which the New York Times has called "Groundbreaking" and "Heartfelt," is a touching tribute to Patsy Cline and her enduring music. Always…Patsy Cline was an Off-Broadway hit and has been met with love and box office success wherever it has been produced. Now extended through June 24, Always…Patsy Cline is part of a 3-show Summer Mainstage subscription package, which can be purchased for as little as $39
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2018
Due to audience demand, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the extension of its first Mainstage production of the Summer Season, Always…Patsy Cline, before it opens on June 1. This musical, which the New York Times has called "Groundbreaking" and "Heartfelt," is a touching tribute to Patsy Cline and her enduring music. Always…Patsy Cline was an Off-Broadway hit and has been met with love and box office success wherever it has been produced. Now extended through June 24, Always…Patsy Cline is part of a 3-show Summer Mainstage subscription package, which can be purchased for as little as $39
CAROLE'S KINGS Kicks Off FST's 2018 Summer Cabaret Season
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Studio Theatre (FST) kicks off its 5th Summer Sidekicks Cabaret Series with the high energy music revue Carole's Kings. Honoring one of the most cherished and revered singer-songwriters of the 20th century, this cabaret transports audiences back in time to when Carole King was queen of the airwaves. Carole's Kings opens in FST's John C. Court Cabaret on June 14, and is part of a 3-show Summer Cabaret subscription package, which can be purchased for as little as $49.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Studio Theatre (FST) kicks off its 5th Summer Sidekicks Cabaret Series with the high energy music revue Carole's Kings. Honoring one of the most cherished and revered singer-songwriters of the 20th century, this cabaret transports audiences back in time to when Carole King was queen of the airwaves. Carole's Kings opens in FST's John C. Court Cabaret on June 14, and is part of a 3-show Summer Cabaret subscription package, which can be purchased for as little as $49.
Da Capo Society To Host WIZARD OF OZ Costume Contest
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Sarasota Opera's Da Capo Society, the only young patrons group, ages 21 - 45, dedicated to a single arts organization in Sarasota, will host The Wizard of Oz themed costume contest Thursday, June 7th at 6pm to celebrate the launch of the new season of "Classic Movies at the Opera House." Launched in 2017, the "Classic Movies at the Opera House" series will occur twice monthly starting Thursday, June 7 and will include timeless films designed to be enjoyed on the big screen in the elegance of the Opera House. Each presentation will begin at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2018
Sarasota Opera's Da Capo Society, the only young patrons group, ages 21 - 45, dedicated to a single arts organization in Sarasota, will host The Wizard of Oz themed costume contest Thursday, June 7th at 6pm to celebrate the launch of the new season of "Classic Movies at the Opera House." Launched in 2017, the "Classic Movies at the Opera House" series will occur twice monthly starting Thursday, June 7 and will include timeless films designed to be enjoyed on the big screen in the elegance of the Opera House. Each presentation will begin at 7:30pm.
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