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Photo Flash: FST Hosts Annual Fundraiser and Grants Spelman Awardby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(2/25/2020) - On Monday, February 24, artists and supporters of Florida Studio Theatre (FST) flocked to its downtown campus for FST's annual fundraiser, the Dangerous Ladies Shindig. Long-time FST supporter Marie G. Kropp chaired the event, and Gulf Coast Community Foundation supported the Shindig as its lead sponsor. With exclusive live entertainment, the presentation of the distinguished Spelman Award, and a plated three-course dinner, FST's Dangerous Ladies Shindig was a not-to-be-missed event for many of the greatest supporters of the arts and contemporary theatre in Sarasota.
Photo Flash: First Look at DEAD MAN'S CELL PHONE at FSU/Asolo Conservatoryby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(2/19/2020) - Ring ring, it's life on the line. An unsuspecting woman becomes deeply involved in the hilarious wiles of a stranger's life. His phone won't stop ringing (and he's not exactly able to answer) so she picks up the phone down the proverbial rabbit hole she goes. Sarah Ruhl penned the romantic comedy that Peter Amster will direct. The show will run in the Cook Theatre through March 8, with a pay-what-you-can (minimum $5, day of performance) preview night on February 18.
Photo Flash: Asolo Rep's INTO THE BREECHES Opens Tonightby Chloe Rabinowitz - Sarasota
(2/14/2020) - Asolo Rep is continuing its 2019-20 season with George Brant's INTO THE BREECHES! Helmed by Cleveland Play House Artistic Director Laura Kepley, this bright new comedy, set during World War II, puts the women on the front lines. INTO THE BREECHES! opens tonight, February 14 and runs in rotating repertory through March 21 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the performing Arts.
Photo Flash: Meet the Women of INTO THE BREECHES! at Asolo Repby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(2/5/2020) - Asolo Rep continues its 2019-20 season with George Brant's INTO THE BREECHES! Helmed by Cleveland Play House Artistic Director Laura Kepley, this bright new comedy, set during World War II, puts the women on the front lines. INTO THE BREECHES! previews February 12 and 13, opens February 14 and runs in rotating repertory through March 21 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the performing Arts.
Photo Flash: Florida Studio Theatre Presents OUTLAWS AND ANGELSby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(1/13/2020) - Due to audience demand, Florida Studio Theatre (FST) announces the extension of Outlaws and Angels, celebrating the “outlaws” of country music and the “angels” who loved them.
Photo Flash: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES At The FSU/Asolo Conservatoryby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(12/31/2019) - The FSU/Asolo Conservatory will start 2020 with the surprisingly delightful Gruesome Playground Injuries, a contemporary play by 2010 Pulitzer Prize finalist, Rajiv Joseph. Ashley Teague directs the story of two people and the unique relationship they build over a lifetime of injuries, both physical and emotional. This sharp-witted and dark comedy will run from January 1 - 19, in the Cook Theatre with a pay-what-you-can (minimum $5) preview night on December 31.
Photo Flash: First Look At BRIGHT STAR At Florida Studio Theatreby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(12/26/2019) - Florida Studio Theatre presents Bright Star, the five-time Tony-nominated musical and winner of the 2016 Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding New Broadway Musical.Bright Star tells an inspiring story of forbidden love, betrayal, and the power of compassion.
Photo Flash: Asolo Rep Presents THE SOUND OF MUSICby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(11/15/2019) - Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly kicks off its highly anticipated 2019-20 season with Rodgers and Hammerstein's beloved classic THE SOUND OF MUSIC.
Photo Flash: Rise Above Performing Arts Presents Area Premiere Of GLORY DAYSby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(10/30/2019) - Check out behind the scenes pics of the Area Premiere of Glory Days at Rise Above Performing Arts which opens Friday November 1st!
Photo Flash: MNM Theatre Company Presents MAN OF LA MANCHAby Carol Kassie - Sarasota
(9/10/2019) - MNM Theatre Company is pleased to announce that casting has been completed for their upcoming production of the award-winning musical Man of La Mancha, which will run from September 13 – September 29 in the Rinker Playhouse at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.
Photo Flash: AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS At Asolo Repby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(5/10/2019) - Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly presents the final production of its 60th season: AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS. This highly imaginative adaptation of Jules Verne's timeless story will be brought to life by the creators of Hetty Feather, adapted by Emmy® nominee Laura Eason (House of Cards, Sex with Strangers, Blue Night) and directed by Theresa Heskins (Snow Queen, 2017 UK Theatre Award for Best Show for Children and Young People). Recommended for everyone 7+, AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS previews June 6, opens June 7 and runs through June 23.
Photo Flash: Inside Asolo Rep's SWEENEY TODDby Julie Musbach - Sarasota
(5/6/2019) - Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly continues its 60th season with SWEENEY TODD: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. It is directed and choreographed by Peter Rothstein, who helmed the theatre's critically acclaimed 2018 production of Ragtime. Featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, a book by Hugh Wheeler and from an adaptation by Christopher Bond, this musical masterwork and global phenomenon previews May 1 - 3, opens May 4 and runs through June 1.
Photo Flash: THE PRODUCERS Now Playing at Stage Door Theatre at LPACby Carol Kassie - Sarasota
(1/21/2019) - Stage Door Theatre's presents Mel Brooks' record-breaking, award-winning musical comedy The Producers. Variety's Charles Isherwood called the show a 'a rip-roaring, gut-busting, rib-tickling, knee-slapping, aisle-rolling … good time', and it definitely set the standard for outrageous, in-your-face, politically incorrect humor. The Producers will run through February 10th at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC).
Photo Flash: Opening Tonight - The South Florida Symphony Orchestra's PORGY AND BESSby Robert Diamond - Miami Metro
(1/16/2019) - The South Florida Symphony Orchestra's production of the Gershwin's great American opera Porgy and Bess opens tonight.
Photo Flash: OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES Comes to Mizner Park Cultural Arts Centerby Carol Kassie - Sarasota
(1/10/2019) - Old Jews Telling Jokes celebrates the rich tradition of Jewish humor, 'and all the rabbis, complaining wives, fed-up husbands, patience-challenged physicians, gossiping ladies, and competitive men' populating it.
Photo Flash: Artist Series Concerts Opens 2019 Venice Series With FORBIDDEN BROADWAYby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(1/8/2019) - Artists Series Concerts of Sarasota launches its 2019 Venice series season with "Forbidden Broadway," the long-running Off-Broadway musical revue where legends past and present meet with nimble satire in a hilarious roast of some of the theatre's greatest stars and songwriters, Sunday, January 27, 3:00 p.m., at the Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Way, Venice. The four-person parody, featuring a cast rich in Broadway and Off-Broadway experience, skewers such iconic shows as "Chicago," "Annie," "Les Miz," "The Lion King," and "Hamilton," and such celebrated performers as Liza Minelli, Carol Channing, Robert Goulet, and many more.
Photo Flash: Asolo Rep Kicks Off 60th Season with THE MUSIC MANby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(11/19/2018) - Asolo Rep proudly kicks off its 60th season with a highly imaginative production of Meredith Willson's Tony Award-winning exuberant masterpiece THE MUSIC MAN. Directed by Tony nominee Jeff Calhoun (Newsies), this tap dancing-infused production stars legendary Broadway song and dance man Noah Racey as Harold Hill.
Photo Flash: Photo Flash: Brian Craft & Friends Present DIVERGED DIZNEEby Stephi Wild - Sarasota
(8/11/2018) - Diverged Diznee is an enticing, entrancing and enthralling whimsical whirlwind of treasured tales spontaneously staged for your enjoyment. Featuring comedic re-envisionments of favorite fables alongside traditional ditties, Diverged Diznee is one show you won't want to miss, or soon forget! Starring seasoned performers Brian Craft, Ashley Figlow and Lauren Nielsen. Featuring Michelle Kasanofsky on the keys!
Photo Flash: Stage Door Theatre Presents VICTOR/VICTORIAby Carol Kassie - Sarasota
(5/7/2018) - Comedy, romance, and music. Set this delightful combination together in the stylish Parisian nightlife of the 1930s and 'voila' - you have the sophisticated and appealing musical Victor/Victoria, which will open on May 4th and run through June 10th in Stage Door Theatre's Theatre One.
Photo Flash: Lake Worth Playhouse Presents OLIVER!by A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(4/12/2018) - The award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Dicken's novel springs to life with some of the most memorable characters and songs to ever hit the stage. Follow Oliver's journey on the streets of Victorian England from poor house to pick pocket and finally the true love of family. Oliver! Is a musical theatre masterpiece.
Photo Flash: The Road Theatre Company Presents THROUGH THE EYE OF A NEEDLEby A.A. Cristi - Sarasota
(3/25/2018) - THE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY and Taylor Gilbert, Founder/Artistic Director together with Sam Anderson, Artistic Director, present the third show of its 2017-2018 season, the world premiere of THROUGH THE EYE OF A NEEDLE, written by Jami Brandli and directed by Ann Hearn. THROUGH THE EYE OF A NEEDLE will begin previews on Saturday, March 17 at 8pm; will open on Friday, March 23 at 8pm and run through Sunday, May 13 at the Road Theatre on Lankershim, located in the historic
Photo Flash: First Look at FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON at Manatee Performing Arts Centerby BWW News Desk - Sarasota
(11/28/2017) - Flowers for Algernon opens Thursday, November 30th, at the Manatee Performing Arts Center, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the action below!
Photo Flash: Welcome to Buenos Aires! First Look at EVITA at Asolo Repby BWW News Desk - Broadway
(11/17/2017) - Asolo Rep presents Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning masterpiece EVITA. Directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes (Broadway: Bright Star, It Shoulda Been You, Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, First Date; West End: Carousel, Sweeney Todd; Asolo Rep: Guys and Dolls), the musical opens tomorrow, November 18, and runs through December 30 in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Photo Flash: The Sarasota Ballet to present METROPOLITAN Next Monthby A.A. Cristi - Dance
(11/9/2017) - The Sarasota Ballet's second production of the Season, Metropolitan, will open on December 1 at the Sarasota Opera House, with a triple bill by Sir Frederick Ashton, Marcelo Gomes and George Balanchine. For these performances The Sarasota Ballet will be accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra under the baton of American Ballet Theatre Music Director Ormsby Wilkins.
Photo Flash: First Look at A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Manatee Performing Arts Centerby BWW News Desk - Sarasota
(10/24/2017) - A Little Night Music opens Thursday, October 26th, at Manatee Performing Arts Center, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Photo Flash: First Look at Manatee Performing Arts Center's ANNA IN THE TROPICSby BWW News Desk - Sarasota
(10/10/2017) - The Manatee Players are presenting Anna in the Tropics as part of their 2017 - 2018 Action through Acting series in Bradenton Kiwanis Studio Theater, running October 12-29, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - Sarasota
(6/6/2017) - Over 500 volunteer ushers were honored at the annual Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Usher Appreciation Party on May 10. The ushers were applauded for their dedication and generosity in volunteering their time; without them the City-owned theater would not be able to operate. All the City Commissioners were in attendance and the then-outgoing Commissioners Atwell and Chapman were acknowledged for their strong support of the Hall over the years.
by BWW News Desk - Sarasota
(5/17/2017) - Manatee Performing Arts Center, in collaboration with Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, presented Fairytale Follies on May 17th, 2017. BroadwayWorld has photos from the show below!
by BWW News Desk - Broadway
(5/15/2017) - Dig this: Asolo Rep is presenting the world premiere of BEATSVILLE: The Beatnik Musical, a co-production with Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre. BEATSVILLE has a book by Glenn Slater, a Grammy winner (Disney's Tangled), and Academy Award (Tangled), Emmy (ABC's Galavant), Golden Globe (Tangled) and three-time Tony Award nominee (School of Rock, Sister Act, The Little Mermaid), and the co-creator of Disney's worldwide smash hit Tangled. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - Tampa
(5/9/2017) - Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota recently announced the winners of the 2017 National Piano Competition. The competition rotates each year between, piano, voice and string instruments and is open to talented young musicians who are residents of the United States. The finals were held April 29 at the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center in Sarasota. A total of $21,600 was awarded to eight contestants. Scroll down for photos!
by BWW News Desk - Tampa
(4/17/2017) - Dig this: Asolo Rep will present the world premiere of BEATSVILLE: The Beatnik Musical, a co-production with Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre. BEATSVILLE has a book by Glenn Slater, a Grammy winner (Disney's Tangled), and Academy Award (Tangled), Emmy (ABC's Galavant), Golden Globe (Tangled) and three-time Tony Award nominee (School of Rock, Sister Act, The Little Mermaid), and the co-creator of Disney's worldwide smash hit Tangled. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in costume below!
by Carolan Trbovich - New York City
(3/30/2017) - Sarasota's Urbanite Theatre to Host Alexander Dinelaris
by Robert Diamond - Tampa
(2/7/2017) - The Bridges of Madison County, one of the most romantic stories ever written, is now an irresistible, two-time Tony Award-Winning Broadway musical. This stunning new production features gorgeous, soulful music by Tony Award-Winning composer Jason Robert Brown (Parade, The Last Five Years) that draws upon the rich textures of Americana and folk and the sweeping, expressive balladry of classic Broadway. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action at Manatee Performing Arts Center below!
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