Rootabaga Country
Rootabaga Country, with music by Randall Peters, is a Sarasota Youth Opera production presented as part of Sarasota Opera's 2026 Fall Season. Based on the...
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Upcoming Shows
Hansel and Gretel
Sarasota Opera presents Engelbert Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel, running October 30 through November 14, 2026, as part of the company's Fall Season. Based on the...
Ariadne auf Naxos
Sarasota Opera presents Richard Strauss's Ariadne auf Naxos as part of its 2027 Winter Opera Festival. The opera blends serious and comic theatrical traditions, weaving...
H.M.S. Pinafore
H.M.S. Pinafore, Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved comic opera, is part of Sarasota Opera's 2027 Winter Opera Festival. The work follows the romantic entanglements aboard a...
La traviata
Verdi's La traviata returns to Sarasota Opera as part of the 2027 Winter Opera Festival, running February 6 through March 20. The opera follows Violetta,...
Jenůfa
Janáček's Jenůfa is part of Sarasota Opera's 2027 Winter Opera Festival. Based on a play by Gabriela Preissová, this Czech opera tells the story of...
Review: SONGBIRDS OF THE SEVENTIES at Florida Studio Theatre
In a dazzling display, three enchanting singers step onto the stage, radiating sequined sparkles and infectious smiles, as they grace the audience with their presence in the latest Cabaret production at Florida Studio Theatre, 'SONGBIRDS OF THE SEVENTIES.'…
Review: DOG MOM at Florida Studio Theatre
'DOG MOM' is a delightfully clever and whimsical tale penned by Tate Elizabeth Hanyak. This charming production is currently having its Rolling World Premiere at Florida Studio Theatre under the skilled direction of Nancy Rominger, known for her successful hits like 'Eisenhower' and 'Grandma Gatewoo…
Review: LADY DISDAIN at Asolo Repertory Theatre
'LADY DISDAIN', the Rolling World Premiere, by Lauren Gunderson is a romantic comedy play that cleverly infuses a modern and feminist twist into Shakespeare's classic 'Much Ado About Nothing.' The setting is a vibrant audio book recording studio, where the delightful drama unfolds between the feudin…
Review: HONKY TONK ANGEL'S at Florida Studio Theatre
'HONKY TONK ANGELS' is simply a delightful and heartwarming production that cleverly weaves together a mix of old and new songs. Even if you're not typically a fan of country music, you'll find yourself thoroughly entertained by this show. It's guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and have you l…
Review: WHO IS EARTHA MAE? at Urbanite Theatre
What did our critic think of WHO IS EARTHA MAE? at Urbanite Theatre?…
Review: LEAVING ON A JET PLANE at Florida Studio Theatre
This delightful cabaret is a musical time machine, whisking audiences away to the golden era of the 1960s with its favorite tunes that evoke a sense of innocent nostalgia. It's a surefire hit that is guaranteed to bring smiles to faces and melodies to hearts. Immerse yourself in the folk songs of ye…
Review: MARIE AND ROSETTA at Asolo Repertory Theatre
Asolo's new presentation of 'MARIE AND ROSETTA' is a delightful celebration of the powerhouse women who shaped musical history. The story takes us back to a funeral home in Mississippi in 1946, where Sister Rosetta Tharpe, known as 'The Godmother of Rock & Roll', and Marie Knight come together for a…
Review: LIES, SPELLS & OLD WIVES TALES at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
In a jubilant tribute to the influential women in our lives - our Mothers, Grandmothers, and Aunties - WBTT proudly introduces a fresh production by its very own founder and creative visionary, Nate Jacobs. Alongside his brother Michael, Nate has crafted an engaging and lively play comprising vignet…
Review: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Asolo Repertory Theatre
This show is an absolute must-see, an experience that will leave you awestruck and surely remain a cherished memory for years to come. Don't miss out on the magic of 'FIDDLER ON THE ROOF' - it's a theatrical gem! Tickets are still available for Matinee and Evening shows at https://asolorep.org/.…
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Van Wezel
From the very first moment the lights went down, this production of Meredith Willson's beloved classic made it clear it was going to be something special. The opening scene set the tone immediately — the ensemble cast moved in perfect synchrony, their bodies swaying and jolting in unison to conjur…
Past Shows
Finale: The Masters in Concert
Finale: The Masters in Concert closes the 2026 Sarasota Music Festival with conductor Nicholas McGegan leading the Festival Orchestra at the Sarasota Opera House. The...
Schmidt Vocal Arts Competition—Master Class and Finals
The final day of the fifth annual Schmidt Vocal Arts National Competition features a morning master class with Dr. Alexis Davis-Hazell, Anthony Dean Griffey, and...
Schmidt Vocal Arts National Competition—Semi-Finals
58 high school singers from across the country compete for a spot in the Final Round of the fifth annual Schmidt Vocal Arts National Vocal...
Music for New Bodies
Music for New Bodies, presented by Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota and EnsembleNEWSRQ, is an operatic work composed by Matt Aucoin and created in collaboration...
Program Seven – Foundations of Royalty
Program Seven - Foundations of RoyaltyMay 1 – 2, 2026Sarasota Opera HouseAccompanied by the Sarasota OrchestraSir Frederick Ashton’s Birthday Offering gracefully opens the Program with its...
Program Three – Masters of Movement
Program Three - Masters of MovementDecember 19 – 20, 2025Sarasota Opera HouseAccompanied by the Sarasota OrchestraBalanchine’s Divertimento No. 15, an audience favorite, revisits the Sarasota...
Program Two – Written Motion
Program Two - Written MotionNovember 21 – 22, 2025Sarasota Opera HouseAccompanied by the Sarasota OrchestraUshering in Program Two is Sir Frederick Ashton’s Valses nobles et sentimentales,...
PMP Celebration Concert
The PMP Celebration Concert is a highlight of the Perlman Music Program Suncoast’s Winter Residency, now in its 21st year. Conducted by the esteemed Itzhak...
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The Garbologists by Lindsay Joelle Urbanite Theatre (1/07-2/14) |
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Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/17-10/17) |
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Carrie: The Musical Manatee Performing Arts Center (10/16-11/01) |
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Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Manatee Performing Arts Center (4/08-4/18) |
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Out of Bounds Florida Studio Theatre (8/08-9/19) |
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The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (10/18-10/18) |
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Guys and Dolls Manatee Performing Arts Center (4/22-5/02) |
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Come From Away Manatee Performing Arts Center (1/21-1/31) |
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Leanne Morgan Pensacola Bay Center (9/05-9/05) |
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Liverpool Live: A Tribute to the Beatles Manatee Performing Arts Center (4/27-4/27) |