BWW Feature: NEW THEATRE OPENING at Denizen Theatre New York
by Carolan Trbovich - May 21, 2018
Sarasota's Urbanite Theatre has a little sister about to be born in New York, and her name is Denizen! The Urbanite is known for producing unconventional, outside the box, compelling work, bringing to life the undiscovered artistry of burgeoning playwrights and emerging talents of various artistic mediums. Surely we can expect nothing less from Denizen.
by Carolan Trbovich - May 21, 2018
Sarasota's Urbanite Theatre has a little sister about to be born in New York, and her name is Denizen! The Urbanite is known for producing unconventional, outside the box, compelling work, bringing to life the undiscovered artistry of burgeoning playwrights and emerging talents of various artistic mediums. Surely we can expect nothing less from Denizen.
Review Roundup: RAGTIME At Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2018
Asolo Rep continues its 2017-18 season with the celebrated American musical RAGTIME. Directed by Peter Rothstein, founding artistic director of Theater Latte Da in Minneapolis, RAGTIME features a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, who all garnered Tony Awards for the production. The original Broadway production was directed by Frank Galati, who received a Tony nomination for his work and is an Associate Artist at Asolo Rep. A collaboration with Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre, RAGTIME is currently on stage through May 27 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. Check out photos of the new production below!
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2018
Asolo Rep continues its 2017-18 season with the celebrated American musical RAGTIME. Directed by Peter Rothstein, founding artistic director of Theater Latte Da in Minneapolis, RAGTIME features a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, who all garnered Tony Awards for the production. The original Broadway production was directed by Frank Galati, who received a Tony nomination for his work and is an Associate Artist at Asolo Rep. A collaboration with Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre, RAGTIME is currently on stage through May 27 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. Check out photos of the new production below!
FST's Presents REEL MUSIC
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces its first-ever cabaret-style children's show, Reel Music, a musical journey through the history and heart of the movies. Featuring songs from such hit movies as The Wizard of Oz, Frozen, Moana, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, The Lego Movie, and Trolls, this blockbuster musical adventure will entertain fans of classic black and white films and brightly animated movies alike.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces its first-ever cabaret-style children's show, Reel Music, a musical journey through the history and heart of the movies. Featuring songs from such hit movies as The Wizard of Oz, Frozen, Moana, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, The Lego Movie, and Trolls, this blockbuster musical adventure will entertain fans of classic black and white films and brightly animated movies alike.
SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2018
Direct from its sold-out UK tour, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is coming to the Van Wezel on Saturday, October 27 at 8:00 PM. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs. Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Homeward Bound' and many more. Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed!
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2018
Direct from its sold-out UK tour, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is coming to the Van Wezel on Saturday, October 27 at 8:00 PM. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs. Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Homeward Bound' and many more. Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed!
New York-Based Actress Leslie Becker Takes On American Capitalism As Emma Goldman In The Acclaimed Musical, RAGTIME
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2018
New York-based actress Leslie Becker takes on American capitalism as Emma Goldman in the acclaimed musical, RAGTIME. The show is the final offering of the 2017-18 Asolo Repertory Theatre season and is currently running through May 27 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2018
New York-based actress Leslie Becker takes on American capitalism as Emma Goldman in the acclaimed musical, RAGTIME. The show is the final offering of the 2017-18 Asolo Repertory Theatre season and is currently running through May 27 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
Lightning Bolt Productions Presents Stephen Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS This June
by Carol Kassie - May 16, 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 Carol Kassie - May 16, 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.
Sarasota Youth Opera Awarded NEA Art Works Grant
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the NEA's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $20,000 to the Sarasota Youth Opera program to support their 2018 re-mount of The Little Sweep by Benjamin Britten. The Art Works category is the NEA's largest funding category and supports projects that focus on the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and/or the strengthening of communities through the arts.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2018
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the NEA's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $20,000 to the Sarasota Youth Opera program to support their 2018 re-mount of The Little Sweep by Benjamin Britten. The Art Works category is the NEA's largest funding category and supports projects that focus on the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and/or the strengthening of communities through the arts.
BWW Review: RAGTIME at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - May 15, 2018
RAGTIME is such an underrated piece of art. Although written in 1996 and staged for Broadway in 1998, it is almost prophetic in its reflection of the social unrest, racism and immigration sanctions prevalent in our world today. Based on the 1975 novel by E. L. Doctorow, with a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, RAGTIME is as relevant today as it was when first conceived. Its timelessness is a credit to its brilliant and perceptive writing, albeit a sad commentary of our present society which has not learned from its past and has not progressed much in civility or compassion.
by Carolan Trbovich - May 15, 2018
RAGTIME is such an underrated piece of art. Although written in 1996 and staged for Broadway in 1998, it is almost prophetic in its reflection of the social unrest, racism and immigration sanctions prevalent in our world today. Based on the 1975 novel by E. L. Doctorow, with a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, RAGTIME is as relevant today as it was when first conceived. Its timelessness is a credit to its brilliant and perceptive writing, albeit a sad commentary of our present society which has not learned from its past and has not progressed much in civility or compassion.
Dog Days Theatre Returns for Second Season
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Following a successful inaugural summer season in 2017, Dog Days Theatre will return to the FSU Center for Performing Arts with Joe Orton's farce What the Butler Saw and a modern adaptation of Henry James' The Turn of the Screw. The season opens on Thursday, July 12 and closes Sunday, August 26. Tickets may be purchased for $30 for either production separately, or a two-show season package is available for $55. Specially-priced previews and opening night receptions are also scheduled. Dog Days Theatre's 2018 season 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 - May 14, 2018
Following a successful inaugural summer season in 2017, Dog Days Theatre will return to the FSU Center for Performing Arts with Joe Orton's farce What the Butler Saw and a modern adaptation of Henry James' The Turn of the Screw. The season opens on Thursday, July 12 and closes Sunday, August 26. Tickets may be purchased for $30 for either production separately, or a two-show season package is available for $55. Specially-priced previews and opening night receptions are also scheduled. Dog Days Theatre's 2018 season 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.
Asolo Rep Presents The World Premiere Of JUNGLE BOOK
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly presents the final production of its 2017-18 season: the world premiere of JUNGLE BOOK, a boldly re-imagined family friendly stage adaptation of Nobel Prize-winner Rudyard Kipling's beloved classic. From the creators of Asolo Rep's 2017 hit production of Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea, JUNGLE BOOK previews June 6 - 8, opens June 9 and runs through June 24 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. It is recommended for ages 5 and up and will be presented by Kidoons and WYRD Productions in association with the 20K Collective, produced by Jeff Lord, co-created and co-directed by Craig Francis and Rick Miller.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly presents the final production of its 2017-18 season: the world premiere of JUNGLE BOOK, a boldly re-imagined family friendly stage adaptation of Nobel Prize-winner Rudyard Kipling's beloved classic. From the creators of Asolo Rep's 2017 hit production of Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea, JUNGLE BOOK previews June 6 - 8, opens June 9 and runs through June 24 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. It is recommended for ages 5 and up and will be presented by Kidoons and WYRD Productions in association with the 20K Collective, produced by Jeff Lord, co-created and co-directed by Craig Francis and Rick Miller.
FST's 28th Summer Mainstage Season Opens with ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) kicks off its 28th Summer Mainstage Season with Always…Patsy Cline, a musical homage to the legendary country music icon. Always…Patsy Cline by Ted Swindley is a tribute to Cline's perseverance and the power of music to connect us all. 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 10, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) kicks off its 28th Summer Mainstage Season with Always…Patsy Cline, a musical homage to the legendary country music icon. Always…Patsy Cline by Ted Swindley is a tribute to Cline's perseverance and the power of music to connect us all. Always…Patsy Cline is part of a 3-show Summer Mainstage subscription package, which can be purchased for as little as $39.
New York Actor Bret Shuford Seizes High-Society In RAGTIME At Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
New York-based actor Bret Shuford seizes audiences an icon of American high-society starring in the celebrated musical, RAGTIME. The show is part of the 2017-18 Asolo Repertory Theatre season and is currently running through May 27 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2018
New York-based actor Bret Shuford seizes audiences an icon of American high-society starring in the celebrated musical, RAGTIME. The show is part of the 2017-18 Asolo Repertory Theatre season and is currently running through May 27 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
Join The BWW Sarasota on Stage Facebook Group
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2018
BroadwayWorld is excited to announce we're launching a new Facebook Group for the Sarasota Theatre community, bringing together performers, audience members, theatre groups, and more to create a local space for discussion and networking.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2018
BroadwayWorld is excited to announce we're launching a new Facebook Group for the Sarasota Theatre community, bringing together performers, audience members, theatre groups, and more to create a local space for discussion and networking.
Photo Flash: Stage Door Theatre Presents VICTOR/VICTORIA
by Carol Kassie - May 07, 2018
Comedy, romance, and music. Set this delightful combination together in the stylish Parisian nightlife of the 1930s and 'voila' - you have the sophisticated and appealing musical Victor/Victoria, which will open on May 4th and run through June 10th in Stage Door Theatre's Theatre One.
by Carol Kassie - May 07, 2018
Comedy, romance, and music. Set this delightful combination together in the stylish Parisian nightlife of the 1930s and 'voila' - you have the sophisticated and appealing musical Victor/Victoria, which will open on May 4th and run through June 10th in Stage Door Theatre's Theatre One.
BWW Review: TONY DANZA STANDARDS AND STORIES at Sarasota Opera House
by Carolan Trbovich - May 07, 2018
Tony Danza Charms Sarasota Audience
by Carolan Trbovich - May 07, 2018
Tony Danza Charms Sarasota Audience
Asolo Rep Presents KALEIDOSCOPE: WHEELS OF A DREAM
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2018
Asolo Rep's Education department proudly presents Kaleidoscope: Wheels of a Dream on Monday, May 14 at 6pm in the Mertz Theatre, on the set of Asolo Rep's May production of Ragtime. The performance is the culmination of this season's Kaleidoscope, an award-winning annual program founded by Broadway veteran Ann Morrison in 1995, which serves individuals with special needs from local community organizations and schools to discover creative and personal expression through performance.
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2018
Asolo Rep's Education department proudly presents Kaleidoscope: Wheels of a Dream on Monday, May 14 at 6pm in the Mertz Theatre, on the set of Asolo Rep's May production of Ragtime. The performance is the culmination of this season's Kaleidoscope, an award-winning annual program founded by Broadway veteran Ann Morrison in 1995, which serves individuals with special needs from local community organizations and schools to discover creative and personal expression through performance.
Tony Danza Brings STANDARDS AND STORIES to Sarasota Opera House
by Carolan Trbovich - May 02, 2018
Star of TAXI and WHO'S THE BOSS, former professional boxer, Tony Danza, has come to Sarasota and brought his ukulele with him!
by Carolan Trbovich - May 02, 2018
Star of TAXI and WHO'S THE BOSS, former professional boxer, Tony Danza, has come to Sarasota and brought his ukulele with him!
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Its 5th Summer Cabaret Season
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre announces its 5th Summer Cabaret Season with three delightfully inventive music revues. Carole's Kings kicks off the season with laughter and smooth harmonies in a unique tribute to one of America's most beloved singer-songwriters, Carole King. Following right behind are The Swingaroos with an all-new show, Music of the Night, celebrating the past century of Broadway hits. Capping off the Cabaret season is Gilbert & Sullivan Unplugged, a stripped-down, funky salute to the 19th century composing duo. The season opens on June 14 and runs through September 23 in FST's Court Cabaret. Single tickets range from $36-39. A subscription to all three Cabaret shows can be purchased for as little as $49. Subscriptions and single tickets can be purchased in person at the FST Box Office, by calling (941) 366-9000, or online at FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre announces its 5th Summer Cabaret Season with three delightfully inventive music revues. Carole's Kings kicks off the season with laughter and smooth harmonies in a unique tribute to one of America's most beloved singer-songwriters, Carole King. Following right behind are The Swingaroos with an all-new show, Music of the Night, celebrating the past century of Broadway hits. Capping off the Cabaret season is Gilbert & Sullivan Unplugged, a stripped-down, funky salute to the 19th century composing duo. The season opens on June 14 and runs through September 23 in FST's Court Cabaret. Single tickets range from $36-39. A subscription to all three Cabaret shows can be purchased for as little as $49. Subscriptions and single tickets can be purchased in person at the FST Box Office, by calling (941) 366-9000, or online at FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
Florida Studio Theatre Announces Its 2018 Summer Mainstage Season
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre announces its 28th Summer Mainstage Season with three enticing productions: the inspiring tribute Always…Patsy Cline, the madcap musical whodunit Murder for Two, and the humorous yet poignant period piece, Other People's Money. The 2018 Summer Mainstage Season opens June 1 and runs through August 19 in FST's Keating and Gompertz Theatres. A subscription to all three shows can be purchased for as little as $39. All subscriptions and single tickets may be purchased at the FST Box Office, by calling (941) 366-9000, or online at www.FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre announces its 28th Summer Mainstage Season with three enticing productions: the inspiring tribute Always…Patsy Cline, the madcap musical whodunit Murder for Two, and the humorous yet poignant period piece, Other People's Money. The 2018 Summer Mainstage Season opens June 1 and runs through August 19 in FST's Keating and Gompertz Theatres. A subscription to all three shows can be purchased for as little as $39. All subscriptions and single tickets may be purchased at the FST Box Office, by calling (941) 366-9000, or online at www.FloridaStudioTheatre.org.
BWW Feature: OLD DOG at Sarasota Film Festival
by Carolan Trbovich - April 30, 2018
It was delightful to screen the World Premiere of OLD DOG from producer/director Sally Rowe at the Sarasota Film festival. Who doesn't love a story about dogs! They are faithful, smart and for some reason love us humans unconditionally. So this story of a New Zealand farmer, Paul Sorenson, who developed new herding techniques for his dogs, piqued my interest.
by Carolan Trbovich - April 30, 2018
It was delightful to screen the World Premiere of OLD DOG from producer/director Sally Rowe at the Sarasota Film festival. Who doesn't love a story about dogs! They are faithful, smart and for some reason love us humans unconditionally. So this story of a New Zealand farmer, Paul Sorenson, who developed new herding techniques for his dogs, piqued my interest.
Asolo Rep Announces Contract Renewal For Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards And Managing Director Linda DiGabriele
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly announces that Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards and Managing Director Linda DiGabriele will continue their tenure for five more years at the theatre, through the 2022 - 2023 season.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly announces that Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards and Managing Director Linda DiGabriele will continue their tenure for five more years at the theatre, through the 2022 - 2023 season.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Presents a New Vision for Art of Performance Program
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2018
The Ringling announces a new vision for its acclaimed Art of Performance programming. As an integral part of the Art of Our Time initiative, it fosters the creation of genre-bending works based on experimentation and collaboration.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2018
The Ringling announces a new vision for its acclaimed Art of Performance programming. As an integral part of the Art of Our Time initiative, it fosters the creation of genre-bending works based on experimentation and collaboration.
BWW Feature: AMY ADRION HALF THE PICTURE at Sarasota Film Festival
by Carolan Trbovich - April 25, 2018
Director Amy Adrion's Half The Picture Is A Call To Hollywood From The Sarasota Film Festival
by Carolan Trbovich - April 25, 2018
Director Amy Adrion's Half The Picture Is A Call To Hollywood From The Sarasota Film Festival
Rise Above Performing Arts Closes Its Season With A Trip To NARNIA
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2018
Rise Above Performing Arts will be closing its current season with Narnia opening today April 26th and running through Sunday April 29th at The Glenridge Performing Arts Center.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2018
Rise Above Performing Arts will be closing its current season with Narnia opening today April 26th and running through Sunday April 29th at The Glenridge Performing Arts Center.
Van Wezel Announces FRIDAY FEST
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2018
Join us for The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall's FREE outdoor summertime concert series! The events run from 5-9pm and are located on the Bayside Lawn of the Van Wezel. Each of the four events will feature food trucks, beverage vendors and more - it's the perfect spot to enjoy a summer sunset over Sarasota Bay.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2018
Join us for The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall's FREE outdoor summertime concert series! The events run from 5-9pm and are located on the Bayside Lawn of the Van Wezel. Each of the four events will feature food trucks, beverage vendors and more - it's the perfect spot to enjoy a summer sunset over Sarasota Bay.
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