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SARASOTA OPERA HOUSE

61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota
Sarasota, FL 34236

Upcoming Shows

Finale: The Masters in Concert
Jun 13

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...



Review: HONKY TONK ANGEL'S at Florida Studio Theatre


by Shanti M Kennedy - May 31, 2026

'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


by Shanti M Kennedy - May 30, 2026

What did our critic think of WHO IS EARTHA MAE? at Urbanite Theatre?...

Review: LEAVING ON A JET PLANE at Florida Studio Theatre


by Shanti M Kennedy - May 20, 2026

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


by Shanti M Kennedy - May 12, 2026

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


by Shanti - April 24, 2026

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


by Shanti - April 21, 2026

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


by Shanti - April 15, 2026

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...

Review: NEIL BERG'S 100 YEARS OF HOLLYWOOD at Van Wezel


by Shanti - April 13, 2026

Neil Berg, is a man of many hats in the entertainment world! From dazzling Hollywood to the grand stages of Broadway, he effortlessly dons the role of musician, composer, lyricist, and producer....

Review: BIRTHDAY CANDLES at Florida Studio Theatre


by Shanti - April 06, 2026

FST’s Main stage theater production of BIRTHDAY CANDLES by Noah Haidle is like a rollercoaster ride through a century of life in just 90 minutes! Follow Ernestine Ashworth from age 17 to 107 as she bakes her way through love, loss, and the pursuit of purpose. This play is a delicious blend of magi...

Review: THE APIARY at Urbanite Theatre


by Shanti - March 30, 2026

“THE APIARY” stands out as a must-see. This captivating production delves into a myriad of subjects, offering something special for every soul to connect with. It's not just about empathizing with our fellow humans; it's about forging a heart-to-heart connection with nature itself....

Past Shows

Schmidt Vocal Arts Competition—Master Class and Finals
May 31

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
May 30

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
May 22

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 Royalty
May 1 – May 2, 2026

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 Movement
Dec 19 – Dec 20, 2025

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 Motion
Nov 21 – Nov 22, 2025

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
Jan 11

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...

Videos


Lady Disdain in Sarasota Lady Disdain
Asolo Repertory Theatre (6/06-6/27)
Begin Again Badge in Sarasota Begin Again Badge
Cooke Theatre (6/11-6/21)
Out of Bounds in Sarasota Out of Bounds
Florida Studio Theatre (8/08-9/19)
Larger Than Life: The Definitive Boy Band Tribute in Sarasota Larger Than Life: The Definitive Boy Band Tribute
Manatee Performing Arts Center (1/26-1/26)
Forgotten Broadway in Sarasota Forgotten Broadway
Florida Studio Theatre (7/31-8/01)
Anastasia in Sarasota Anastasia
Manatee Performing Arts Center (12/03-12/13)
Songbirds of the Seventies in Sarasota Songbirds of the Seventies
Florida Studio Theatre (7/07-9/06)
Absolute Journey Tribute Brings Authentic 80s Arena Magic to New Port Richey in Sarasota Absolute Journey Tribute Brings Authentic 80s Arena Magic to New Port Richey
Richey Suncoast Theatre (6/27-6/27)
Come From Away in Sarasota Come From Away
Manatee Performing Arts Center (1/21-1/31)
Old Time Sailors in Sarasota Old Time Sailors
Manatee Performing Arts Center (11/17-11/17)