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The latest news on live theatre in Sarasota from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

Review: TWELVE ANGRY MEN at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Shanti M. Kennedy - May 15, 2024


What did our critic think of TWELVE ANGRY MEN at Asolo Repertory Theatre?

VOCES de la Maternidad Comes to Manatee Performing Arts Center This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024


Angélica Castro and Marcela Vanegas, two accomplished performers, writers and directors, are unveiling their latest directorial endeavor, 'VOCES de la Maternidad (Voices of Motherhood),' a poignant exploration of motherhood within the Latino community in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Photos: First Look at TWELVE ANGRY MEN: A NEW MUSICAL at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2024


Get a first look at the Theater Latté Da World Premiere Production of Twelve Angry Men: A New Musical at Asolo Repertory Theatre.

Art Center Sarasota's Annual Regional, Juried Exhibition BEYOND COMFORT Opens This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - May 11, 2024


Art Center Sarasota's annual regional, juried exhibition, BEYOND COMFORT, opens May 23. The exhibition, showcasing a diverse range of artistic styles, is juried by Virginia Shearer.

World Premiere of OAK Comes to the Urbanite Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


Urbanite Theatre’s milestone tenth season is set to close with the world premiere of OAK, directed by Mikael Burke (May 31-June 30, 2024).

Choral Artists Of Sarasota Welcomes Danielle La Senna As Its New Executive Director
by A.A. Cristi - May 06, 2024


Choral Artists of Sarasota announces Danielle La Senna as their new executive director, marking a new chapter in the organization's leadership.

Review: MARVIN GAYE: PRINCE OF SOUL at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Shanti M. Kennedy - May 06, 2024


WestCoast Black Theatre Troupe revives one of their most popular original shows, Marvin Gaye: Prince of Soul. Created, adapted, and directed by WBTT’s founder, Nate Jacobs, Gaye’s story is told through the narration of his family and friends. Of course, peppered throughout is the enchanted music that made Marvin Gaye an icon and what continues to make him a legend. Originally written in 2011, this time around WBTT is more refined and developed.

Families Can Participate In Circus-Themed Art Projects At Creative Liberties' Free Family Art Day
by Stephi Wild - May 06, 2024


Gather your loved ones for a day of free, family-friendly fun at Creative Liberties’ circus-themed Family Art Day on Saturday, May 25, 9:30 a.m.-noon, at 927 N. Lime Avenue, Sarasota.

Video: Holland and Simpatico Talk TWELVE ANGRY MEN Musical at Asolo Rep
by Blair Ingenthron - May 05, 2024


Cast members Sasha Andreev and Curtis Bannister sit down with Composer and Lyricist Michael Holland and Book Writer David Simpatico to discuss their musical adaptation of Twelve Angry Men in the video here!

Florida Studio Theatre Presents RHINESTONE COWGIRLS
by A.A. Cristi - May 02, 2024


Florida Studio Theatre (FST) kicks off its Summer Cabaret Series with Rhinestone Cowgirls, a journey through all things country music, celebrating its evolution from humble beginnings to the giants of the music industry.

Artist From Budapest Wins 'People's Choice Award' At 2024 Embracing Our Differences' Exhibits
by A.A. Cristi - May 02, 2024


Budapest artist earns the People's Choice Award at the 2024 Embracing Our Differences exhibits, showcasing the power of diversity and inclusion in art.

SQUEAKY WHEEL FRINGE to Take Place at the Cook Theatre in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 02, 2024


Get ready for the return of SQUEAKY WHEEL FRINGE at the Cook Theatre in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. Learn about the programming!

Arts Advocates Unveils June 2024 Events Including An Art Talk In Celebration Of Pride Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 02, 2024


Join Arts Advocates in June 2024 for a series of events including an art talk celebrating Pride Month. Learn more about upcoming events and see how to purchase tickets!

IRTE & The Squeaky Wheel Fringe Festival To Present THE LONELY DEATH OF L. HARRIS
by A.A. Cristi - May 01, 2024


IRTE will present The Lonely Death of L. Harris at Squeaky Wheel Fringe.

The Recovery Project Launches Multiple Initiatives For Artists Struggling With Addiction
by A.A. Cristi - May 01, 2024


Florida Studio Theatre has announced the launch of multiple initiatives this month through The Recovery Project aimed at utilizing the arts to combat addiction and promote recovery.  

FST Reveals Winners Of Annual Youth Playwriting Competition
by Stephi Wild - May 01, 2024


Florida Studio Theatre has announced the winning plays of this year's annual youth playwriting competition. Now in its 33rd year, FST's WRITE A PLAY program is an arts-in-education initiative, providing students with the example, the inspiration, and the skills to write their own original plays.

FST Improv Reveals 2024 Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - May 01, 2024


Florida Studio Theatre has announced the lineup for its Summer Improv Season, running from June 1 through September 28. With five diverse shows, including its annual Fourth of July holiday musical, FST Improv is bringing Sarasota audiences a wide range of improvisational styles and performances this summer.

2024 HMTA Winner Chris Bush Visits Hermitage
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024


 The Hermitage Artist Retreat has announced “Standing at the Beach’s Edge: London to Sarasota” on Friday, June 7 at 6:30pm, presented on the Hermitage Beach.

Florida Studio Theatre Will Partner With The Terrence McNally Foundation and Playwright Craig Lucas
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024


Florida Studio Theatre has announced the launch of the Terrence McNally Recovery Commission, an initiative aimed at destigmatizing recovery through the power of storytelling.

FSU/Asolo Conservatory For Actor Training Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024


The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training has announced its 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the lineup here!

Westcoast Black Theatre Reveals Final 2023-24 Young Artist Program Showcase
by Stephi Wild - April 30, 2024


Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present the eleventh year of its annual Young Artist Program, through which Troupe members can showcase their talents with self-produced, one-person shows.

THE SUMMER CIRCUS SPECTACULAR Returns To The Asolo Theater Beginning In June 14
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


Experience the thrill of the Summer Circus Spectacular at the Historic Asolo Theater from June 14 to August 17, 2024.

Sarasota Opera To Host 3rd Annual National Finals Of Schmidt Vocal Competition In June
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


Experience the thrill of opera at the 3rd Annual National Finals of the Schmidt Vocal Competition, hosted by SARASOTA OPERA. Witness the future of opera as talented vocalists compete for the top spot.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College Reveals its Summer Semester
by Stephi Wild - April 25, 2024


Registration is open for the 2024 summer semester at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College, which offers noncredit educational opportunities for adults to pursue new interests, expand intellectual horizons, and enrich their lives.

Florida Studio Theatre Receives $4 Million Challenge Gift For New Arts Plaza
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2024


Florida Studio Theatre has announced the generous challenge gift from Ed and Susan Maier of $4,000,000 toward the Arts Plaza. Mr. and Mrs. Maier have  proposed that their challenge gift be used as a “one-to-one matching fund” to create a “circle  of friends” to name the Arts Plaza in honor of Dennis and Graci McGillicuddy. All pledges towards the “McGillicuddy Circle of Friends” received after April 1, 2024, will be matched.  


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Rhinestone Cowgirls in Sarasota Rhinestone Cowgirls
Florida Studio Theatre (5/21 - 7/28)
The Four C Notes in Sarasota The Four C Notes
Florida Studio Theatre (8/6 - 10/13)
Soul Crooners Solid Gold Edition in Sarasota Soul Crooners Solid Gold Edition
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (10/9 - 11/17)
A Motown Christmas in Sarasota A Motown Christmas
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (11/27 - 1/5)
My Year of Saying No in Sarasota My Year of Saying No
Cook Theatre (6/5 - 6/8)
PHOTOS
The World Goes Round in Sarasota The World Goes Round
Florida Studio Theatre (6/5 - 6/30)
Clowns Like Me in Sarasota Clowns Like Me
The Jane B. Cook Theatre (5/23 - 5/26)
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