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Chris Botti Returns to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
Trumpeter Chris Botti returns by popular demand to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall  with his love for rich, evocative melodies and a treasure chest of jazz standards on Sunday, April 15 at 7:00PM.
BWW Review: LAUREN MOLINA ACTING THE SONG MASTERCLASS at The Players Centre For Performing Arts
by Carolan Trbovich - March 19, 2018
Lauren Molina Brings Masterclass To Life in Sarasota
Florid Studio Theatre Presents THE BOY WHO LIKED PULLING HAIR & OTHER PLAYS
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre concludes its second Children's Theatre season with The Boy Who Liked Pulling Hair & Other Winning Plays, a collection of authentic stories from the imaginations of children in sixth grade and below. Part of the WRITE A PLAY program, this production will be performed on the Keating Mainstage by FST Acting Apprentices. With 13 inspiring and invigorating pieces selected from over 3,500 submissions, The Boy Who Liked Pulling Hair & Other Winning Plays reveals children's unique voices.
Gulfshore Playhouse Education Announces Summer Programs For Students 6-18
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples' premiere professional regional theatre, is opening registration for its 2018 summer programs, serving students ages 6-18.
Florida Rep to Close 20th Season With World Premiere of GEORGE WASHINGTON'S TEETH
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Florida Repertory Theatre continues its 20th Anniversary Season with the world premiere production of Mark St. Germain's, 'George Washington's Teeth,' which was chosen from the company's 4th Annual PlayLab Festival held last year.
The 20th Annual Sarasota Film Festival Announces Eric Stoltz's CLASS RANK As Opening Night Film
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
The Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) today announced Golden Globe-nominated and Independent Spirit Award-nominated Eric Stoltz's coming-of-age comedy CLASS RANK as its Opening Night film and Academy Award-nominated and Emmy-winning Rory Kennedy's ABOVE AND BEYOND: NASA'S JOURNEY TO TOMORROW as its Closing Night film for the 20th anniversary edition. The festival also announced that renowned actor Steve Guttenberg and Academy Award-nominated actress Virginia Madsen will be honored with Career Achievement Awards during the closing weekend.
Announcing BWW Sarasota on Stage Facebook Group
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 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.
Asolo Rep Announces ROE IllumiNation Panelists For March 21 Event
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
Asolo Rep's ROE IllumiNation event will be held on Wednesday, March 21. Lisa Loomer's ROE (March 14 - April 15) is a poignant new play that humanizes and examines both sides of one of the most polarizing Supreme Court cases of all time: Roe v. Wade. A stimulating series of theatre and conversation exploring the topical and social themes threaded throughout the season, IllumiNation events begin one hour prior to curtain with a ticketed reception on the mezzanine, continue with the performance, and conclude with a free, open-to-the-public conversation.
BWW Review: AUDRA MCDONALD at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
by Carolan Trbovich - March 16, 2018
Paying tribute to The Great American Songbook and composers such as Lerner and Loewe, Gershwin, Berlin and the likes, Audra started off with 'When Did I Fall In Love' from Fiorello. Pausing before the next song to appreciate Florida's warm and sunny weather, Audra joked that the North has had so many nor' easters that she was losing her color. That got quite a belly laugh and applause from her fans, and it was a good lead in to 'It Might As Well Be Spring' from State Fair. Audra had some fun with 'I Double Dare You' and 'The Facebook Song'. Her smooth vocals took us to a sultry night in the south with 'Summertime' and left the audience astounded with 'I Can't Stop Talking'. How does she move her mouth that fast?
Wynnona and the Big Noise Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
The iconic band Wynonna and The Big Noise return to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Saturday, April 14 at 8:00PM.
BWW Review: BEST OF BROADWAY at Sarasota Orchestra
by Carolan Trbovich - March 13, 2018
Broadway Stars Laura Osnes & Norm Lewis Headline With Sarasota Orchestra
JERSEY BOYS Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2018
Jersey Boys is the Tony-, Grammy- and Olivier Award-winning Best Musical which tells the true story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. Jersey Boys takes the stage at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in three performances on Tuesday, April 10, Wednesday, April 11 and Thursday, April 12 at 8:00PM.
BWW Review: CARMEN at Sarasota Opera
by Carolan Trbovich - March 12, 2018
Don't Miss Sarasota Opera's Production of Carmen
BLUE SUEDE SHOES Extends for a Third Time at FST
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2018
Due to popular demand, FST announces the third extension of Blue Suede Shoes through April 22 in the Goldstein Cabaret. With music from legends like Carl Perkins, Chuck Berry, and Elvis Presley, audiences can't get enough of FST's "Phenomenal" and "Unbelievable" rock & roll music revue. Single tickets may be purchased online at www.FloridaStudioTheatre.org, by phone at (941) 366-9000, or by visiting the Box Office.
Asolo Rep Announces The Induction Of Two New Members To Its Board Of Directors
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2018
Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly announces the induction of two new members to its Board of Directors: Garrett Heard, BMO Private Bank Managing Director and Private Wealth Advisor; and William S. Villafranco, Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation Trustee and CEO of Villafranco Wealth Management. 
Florida Studio Theatre Presents World Premiere Of HONOR KILLING
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre concludes its 44th Winter Mainstage season with the world premiere production of Honor Killing by Sarah Bierstock, a challenging and provocative new play that tackles timely themes like cultural division and women's issues. In addition to challenging content, the play brings exciting artistic and technical challenges. This riveting drama runs from April 6 to May 25 in FST's Gompertz Theatre. Single tickets range from $35-39 and may be purchased online at www.FloridaStudioTheatre.org, by phone at (941) 366-9000, or by visiting the Box Office.
DISNEY JUNIOR DANCE PARTY Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2018
The high-energy Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour! comes to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, April 6 at 6:00PM. Inspired by your favorite Disney Junior series, the interactive concert tour includes songs from Mickey and the Roadster Racers, Sofia the First, Elena of Avalor, Doc McStuffins, The Lion Guard, as well as newest hit series Vampirina and Puppy Dog Pals. The live concert will also include a brand new interactive experience featuring Disney Junior's highly-anticipated series, Muppet Babies, launching in early 2018.
BWW Review: Don't Miss Eugene Ionesco's Hilarious, Horrifying RHINOCEROS at the Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Peter Nason - March 07, 2018
With its stellar cast and direction, you are unlikely to find a better production of RHINOCEROS anywhere!
Asolo Rep Presents Branden Jacobs-Jenkins GLORIA
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2018
Asolo Rep continues its season with Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' gripping and engrossing GLORIA, a Pulitzer Prize-finalist and one of The New York Times' Best Theater Picks of 2015. Directed by FSU/Asolo Conservatory Director and Asolo Rep Associate Artistic Director Greg Leaming, GLORIA previews April 4 and 5, opens April 6 and runs through April 29 in the Cook Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. 
The Players Flash Tappers Are Back After 3 Sold Out Performances
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2018
On March 16 at 7:30pm, prepare to be dazzled by The Arnold Simonsen Players Studio Performing Group, The Flash Tappers! This performance is an encore of last year's TapFASTic, which delighted audiences with three sold out shows in The Players Backstage Theatre. This year, these talented ladies of tap, will be performing on The Players Main Stage.
FST Receives $500,000 Legacy Gift from Muriel O'Neil Fund
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is pleased to announce the generous gift of $500,000 from the Muriel O'Neil Fund for the Performing Arts of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. With this gift, an endowed fund of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County was established to underwrite the Mainstage Series. The Fund will also support renovation of producing offices and construction of a new costume studio.
MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Comes to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2018
Tony-nominated and world-renowned Broadway show Motown the Musical arrives at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall with EIGHT magnificent performances on: Tuesday, March 27 through Friday, March 30 at 8:00 PM; Saturday, March 31 at 2:00 and 8:00 PM; and Sunday, April 1 at 1:30 and 7:00 PM.
BWW Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL at Westcoast Black Theatre
by Carolan Trbovich - March 05, 2018
Melba Moore Owns The Stage in WBTT Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill
FST Announces One-Night-Only April Fool's Day Improv Tribute TOURNAMENT OF FOOLS
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2018
Florida Studio Theatre's home Improv team goes head-to-head in a truly one-of-a-kind celebration of spontaneity, improvisation, and April Fool's Day. On March 31, some of the Gulf Coast's top improvisers will compete in a series of scenes, songs, and games to win your laughter, your applause, and the coveted title of "Champion of Fools." The exclusive performance takes place in FST's Bowne's Lab Theatre at 8:30PM. Tickets are $15 each and may be purchased from the FST Box Office in person, by calling (941) 366-9000, or online at www.FloridaStudioTheatre.org. Full menu and bar are available. Doors open one hour prior to the show.
Theatre Odyssey Presents Dinner With A Playwright...An Evening With Nicole Cunningham and Jalex Scott
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2018
Join Theatre Odyssey for an evening of three short original plays: 'Breaking Harvard' by Nicole Cunningham and 'Stuff' and 'The Trunk' by Jalex Scott.

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