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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is inviting the community to ring in the holidays with its exuberant original musical revue, “A Motown Christmas.” Learn how to purchase tickets.

Voting is now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Life has an uncanny way of serving up surprises, doesn't it? Take Jenna Hunterson, for example. Here she is, a multi-talented waitress and baker stuck in a situation stickier than overcooked caramel. Her husband? Let's just say he's the perfect recipe for disaster. And just when Jenna thinks things can't get any worse, lo and behold, a bun in the oven appears without an invitation!

Florida Studio Theatre will celebrate the holiday season with 2024-2025 Children's Theatre Series' Deck the Halls, an interactive production celebrating the spirit of the season.

The Hermitage Artist Retreat (Sarasota County, Florida) raised over $380,000 at the 2024 Hermitage Artful Lobster luncheon on Saturday, November 9. See photos from the event.

Sarasota Orchestra received a grant from the Barancik Foundation to support its educational programs and community outreach initiatives, enhancing access to music education and cultural experiences.

Embracing Our Differences recently welcomed Patrick Arthur Jackson as its new vice president of learning and engagement. In this role, Jackson will create and facilitate educational initiatives that support the organization's mission and vision.

Asolo Repertory Theatre, the largest professional theatre in Florida, has announced the commencement of the Asolo Business Council. Learn more about the new program here!

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present Joseph Parrish and Jesse Martins in Raise Your Voice at Sarasota Yacht Club, and James Ehnes and Friends at First Congregational United Church of Christ.

Asolo Rep received an $85,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support its artistic and educational programs, enhancing the theater's community engagement initiatives.

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, affectionately known as The Jewel of Sarasota, exudes an air of sophistication and class that only a waterfront location can provide. Picture yourself sipping on a glass of wine, soaking in the scenic views, all while eagerly anticipating the next act of a Broadway show that has stolen your heart.

ensembleNEWSRQ will continue its ninth season with ensembleNewSRQ with 'Ives and Schoenberg at 150,' a concert celebrating the 150th birthdays of two revolutionary composers, Arnold Schoenberg and Charles Ives.

Asolo Repertory Theatre has received a $15,000 Capacity Building Grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support the development of a five-year strategic plan for the theatre.

The Exchange (formerly the Woman's Exchange) announced that it is now accepting applications for its 2025-2026 grants and scholarship program. Last year, the organization awarded more than $400,000 to 25 regionally based arts and cultural organizations and 11 scholarships to high school and college students pursuing a higher education in the arts.

Florida Studio Theatre (FST) will transport audiences back to the 60s and 70s with 59th Street Bridge, a new cabaret celebrating the iconic hits that shaped folk-rock and transcended generations.

Art Center Sarasota has announced the receipt of multiple grants totaling over $99,333. These generous contributions will help expand the center’s exhibitions programming and youth education initiatives, providing critical support for its ongoing mission to foster creativity and arts engagement in the Sarasota community.

Terrance Jackson has been appointed as the Director of Education and Engagement at ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE, bringing his expertise to enhance the theater's educational initiatives and community outreach.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe marks 25 years of showcasing African American history and culture with a celebration on November 14 at The Ora.

Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards. Don't miss Thursday's October 31st deadline!

Nan, working alone on a cold winter’s night at a local donut shop, juggles tasks with the grace of a circus performer. Her husband’s calls provide a touch of comedic relief as he bumbles around searching for his elusive car keys. Nan's patience, though worn thin, endures with an exhausted yet loving tone, continuously reassuring him with a heartfelt 'I love you too'.

Choral Artists of Sarasota has announced the receipt of multiple grants totaling over $72,000. These generous contributions will help expand the nonprofit’s 2024-2025 programming.

Creative Liberties will present an exhibition of works by Liza Compass and Jane Rubini, the new artists-in-residence at Creative Liberties, November 1-January 2, at Arcos Apartments location, 340 Central Avenue. There is an opening reception, Thursday, November 21, 5-7 p.m.

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Sarasota Opera will revisit that Verdi's legacy with its Fall concert, The Music of Giuseppe Verdi.

Nik Wallenda’s Wonderland will make a return to Sarasota for its second sensational season. Following its success as the #1 holiday event in Southwest Florida, Wonderland returns with an all-new production, “Illuminate!”