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Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall History
A true pioneer in the cultural development of Sarasota, the Van Wezel, presents a broad spectrum of the world's finest performers representing the diverse tastes of Southwest Florida residents and visitors. The Van Wezel has carried on the long tradition of presenting spectacular Broadway musicals, top national and international performers, popular comedians, world-class symphony orchestras and a compelling mix of classical, modern and ethnic dance. The Van Wezel also hosts more than 50 performances and events presented by the Sarasota Orchestra, Sarasota Ballet, the Sarasota Concert Association and the Ringling Library Town Hall Lecture Series.News
Arts Advocates Unveils February Programming, Including Eugene White Presentation
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2026
Arts Advocates has announced its February lineup of events, including a free presentation on Sarasota Art Colony painter Eugene White. The schedule also features artist talks, gallery exhibitions, a behind-the-scenes tour of the Van Wezel, and a luncheon program. Programming will take place at multiple Sarasota venues.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2026
Arts Advocates has announced its February lineup of events, including a free presentation on Sarasota Art Colony painter Eugene White. The schedule also features artist talks, gallery exhibitions, a behind-the-scenes tour of the Van Wezel, and a luncheon program. Programming will take place at multiple Sarasota venues.
Previews: TANGO AFTER DARK at Van Wezel
by Shanti - Jan 4, 2026
Experience an evening like no other at the iconic Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Sunday, January 11th and immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of 'Tango After Dark.'
by Shanti - Jan 4, 2026
Experience an evening like no other at the iconic Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Sunday, January 11th and immerse yourself in the mesmerizing world of 'Tango After Dark.'
Review: THE BOOK OF MORMON at Van Wezel
by Jacob Ruscoe - Dec 10, 2025
I first saw The Book of Mormon in 2011, the year it opened on Broadway. I remember it being ok but disappointed in the overall performance. Years later (in 2022) I gave the show another chance on a trip to NYC and I wondered how my view could have been so different than the first time I saw it.
by Jacob Ruscoe - Dec 10, 2025
I first saw The Book of Mormon in 2011, the year it opened on Broadway. I remember it being ok but disappointed in the overall performance. Years later (in 2022) I gave the show another chance on a trip to NYC and I wondered how my view could have been so different than the first time I saw it.
Arts Advocates Reveals January 2026 Event Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025
Arts Advocates has announced its schedule of January events, which includes a Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall tour, a Talkback Tuesday with Peter Tush, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2025
Arts Advocates has announced its schedule of January events, which includes a Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall tour, a Talkback Tuesday with Peter Tush, and more.
Listen: Straight No Chaser Release First Holiday Album in 5 Years 'Holiday Road'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2025
Nine-member a cappella group Straight No Chaser has released Holiday Road, their first full-length holiday album in five years, featuring “Christmas is Different,” “Blue Christmas,' and more. Listen to it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2025
Nine-member a cappella group Straight No Chaser has released Holiday Road, their first full-length holiday album in five years, featuring “Christmas is Different,” “Blue Christmas,' and more. Listen to it now.
Arts Advocates Reveals November 2025 Events
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
Arts Advocates has announced its schedule of November events, which includes a Talkback Tuesday with Blake Walton, a group exhibit by the Landings Artists Collaborative, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
Arts Advocates has announced its schedule of November events, which includes a Talkback Tuesday with Blake Walton, a group exhibit by the Landings Artists Collaborative, and more.
Straight No Chaser to Release First Holiday Album in 5 Years; First Single Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 10, 2025
RIAA Gold Certified a cappella group Straight No Chaser have revealed the details of Holiday Road, their first full-length holiday album in five years. Listen to a new single from the album now.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 10, 2025
RIAA Gold Certified a cappella group Straight No Chaser have revealed the details of Holiday Road, their first full-length holiday album in five years. Listen to a new single from the album now.
Arts Advocates Reveals 2025-2026 Programs And Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
Arts Advocates has unveiled its schedule of 2025-2026 programs and events, including a new Talkback Tuesdays guest speaker series, monthly luncheon programs, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
Arts Advocates has unveiled its schedule of 2025-2026 programs and events, including a new Talkback Tuesdays guest speaker series, monthly luncheon programs, and more.
Glass Half Full Theatre to Launch MAEBELLE'S SUITCASE / LA MALETA DE MAEBELLE National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025
Glass Half Full Theatre is hitting the road for its seventh national tour with the award-winning bilingual play Maebelle’s Suitcase / La Maleta de Maebelle. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025
Glass Half Full Theatre is hitting the road for its seventh national tour with the award-winning bilingual play Maebelle’s Suitcase / La Maleta de Maebelle. Learn more!
Jerry Seinfeld Will Come To Van Wezel
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Aug 15, 2025
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and JS Touring announced today that America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall stage on May 2, 2026! Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 10 am.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Aug 15, 2025
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and JS Touring announced today that America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform on the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall stage on May 2, 2026! Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 10 am.
The Oak Ridge Boys Unveil 2025 'American Made Christmas Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2025
GRAMMY® Award winners The Oak Ridge Boys have announced that their ‘American Made Christmas Tour’ will return for a limited run of holiday performances in select cities.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2025
GRAMMY® Award winners The Oak Ridge Boys have announced that their ‘American Made Christmas Tour’ will return for a limited run of holiday performances in select cities.
CIRQUE MUSICA HOLIDAY WONDERLAND to Tour to More than 80 US Cities
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
An all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland will tour to more than 80 cities across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more about the tour stops and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025
An all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland will tour to more than 80 cities across the U.S. and Canada. Learn more about the tour stops and see how to purchase tickets.
A Cappella Group Straight No Chaser Sets 'Holiday Road Tour' This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - May 12, 2025
A cappella group Straight No Chaser are back for another festive fall with their “Holiday Road Tour.” Straight No Chaser will be sharing the joy, “dad jokes,” and songs of the season with families around the country starting in October.
by Josh Sharpe - May 12, 2025
A cappella group Straight No Chaser are back for another festive fall with their “Holiday Road Tour.” Straight No Chaser will be sharing the joy, “dad jokes,” and songs of the season with families around the country starting in October.
MJ, SOME LIKE IT HOT, and More Set For Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced the Broadway Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season. The season will include seven Sarasota Premieres and ten Broadway hits.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2025
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has announced the Broadway Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season. The season will include seven Sarasota Premieres and ten Broadway hits.
Sarasota Concert Association Unveils 2025-26 Great Performers Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
The Sarasota Concert Association has revealed its 2025-26 Great Performers Series, marking the organization’s 81st season. See the full lineup and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
The Sarasota Concert Association has revealed its 2025-26 Great Performers Series, marking the organization’s 81st season. See the full lineup and learn more!
'Twilight In Concert' Tour to Visit 60 U.S. Cities This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025
The highly anticipated 60-city national tour of the first-ever Twilight In Concert has been announced in the U.S. The tour kicks off with a special preview performance in Spokane on September 12 and opens on “National Twilighters Day” in Seattle on September 13.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025
The highly anticipated 60-city national tour of the first-ever Twilight In Concert has been announced in the U.S. The tour kicks off with a special preview performance in Spokane on September 12 and opens on “National Twilighters Day” in Seattle on September 13.
Arts Advocates Announces May 2025 Events Including Annual Scholarship Awards Luncheon
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025
Arts Advocates has announced its schedule of May events, which includes the annual scholarship awards luncheon, an exhibit by the Petticoat Painters, a silk painting class at and tour of Island Gallery in Bradenton, an art talk with David X. Tejada, a creative portraits playshop, and the final Van Wezel tour of the season.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025
Arts Advocates has announced its schedule of May events, which includes the annual scholarship awards luncheon, an exhibit by the Petticoat Painters, a silk painting class at and tour of Island Gallery in Bradenton, an art talk with David X. Tejada, a creative portraits playshop, and the final Van Wezel tour of the season.
Review: ITZHAK PERLMAN IN RECITAL at Van Wezel
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Mar 17, 2025
World-renowned virtuoso Itzhak Perlman graced the exquisite city of Sarasota this past weekend, bringing his unparalleled talent to our charming community. With performances for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth at the prestigious White House and captivating audiences worldwide as he played for numerous presidents, the illustrious career of this maestro is nothing short of extraordinary.
by Shanti M. Kennedy - Mar 17, 2025
World-renowned virtuoso Itzhak Perlman graced the exquisite city of Sarasota this past weekend, bringing his unparalleled talent to our charming community. With performances for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth at the prestigious White House and captivating audiences worldwide as he played for numerous presidents, the illustrious career of this maestro is nothing short of extraordinary.
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