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PO Box 1383
Sarasota, FL 334230


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Review: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Van Wezel


by Jacob Ruscoe - February 04, 2025

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall recently hosted a vibrant rendition of 'The Addams Family,' a musical that has captivated audiences since its Broadway premiere in 2010. Based on the beloved characters created by cartoonist Charles Addams, the show effortlessly blends humor, macabre charm, and cat...

Review: THE CANCELLATION OF LAUREN FEIN at Florida Studio Theatre


by Shanti M. Kennedy - February 04, 2025

Lauren Fein, a distinguished tenured professor at her university, has dedicated her life to assisting others through her groundbreaking research efforts. Her valuable contributions to the unnamed University community, along with a strong network of esteemed colleagues and a loving family, showcase t...

Review: LADY MOLLY OF SCOTLAND YARD at Asolo Repertory Theatre


by Shanti M. Kennedy - January 27, 2025

What did Broadwayworld's critic think of LADY MOLLY OF SCOTLAND YARD at Asolo Repertory Theatre? Read the full review here and learn more about the production,. ...

Review: FENCES at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe


by Shanti M. Kennedy - January 28, 2025

August Wilson penned his Pulitzer Prize-winning play in 1983. Set in 1950s Pittsburgh, it delves into the African-American experience, generational prejudices, and other challenging themes. By concentrating on the journey of one family, the play portrays a spectrum of difficult times that individual...

Review: FUNNY GIRL at Van Wezel


by Jacob Ruscoe - January 17, 2025

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall recently hosted a captivating and vibrant production of “Funny Girl,” a classic musical that has endured the test of time and continues to resonate with audiences around the world. This Broadway tour, filled with laughter, heart, and stunning performances, brought ...

Review: SPACEMAN at Urbanite Theatre


by Shanti M. Kennedy - January 08, 2025

A highly accomplished woman successfully joins NASA and embarks on a solo mission to Mars following her late husband's path. Initially filled with a cheerful demeanor, she finds herself alone on the spaceship stage, confiding in her computer and an answering machine stocked with messages from Earth....

Review: MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2 at Van Wezel


by Shanti M. Kennedy - January 05, 2025

What did our critic think of MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2 at Van Wezel?...

Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Manatee Performing Arts Center


by Jacob Ruscoe - December 12, 2024

The Manatee Performing Arts Center has once again delighted audiences with its enchanting production of 'The Wizard of Oz,' a timeless musical that brings to life L. Frank Baum's beloved story....

Review: A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS at West Coast Black Theatre Troupe


by Shanti M. Kennedy - December 11, 2024

What did our critic think of A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS at West Coast Black Theatre Troupe?aDuring the Holidays in Sarasota, there's always a buzzing downtown parade, an increase in traffic and tourists, and a festive celebration at the West Coast Black Theatre! If you're anything like me, you've got a bunc...

Review: ALL IS CALM - THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 at Asolo Rep


by Jacob Ruscoe - December 10, 2024

The Asolo Repertory Theatre’s rendition of All is Calm - The Christmas Truce of 1914 offers a poignant breath of fresh air. ...

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20th Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival


Eight plays have been chosen for production at the annual Ten-Minute play festival at the Jane B. Cook Theatre, FSU Center for the Performing Arts. ...

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The Cancellation of Lauren Fein in Sarasota The Cancellation of Lauren Fein
Florida Studio Theatre (1/22 - 3/9) Tracker
The Wizard of Oz in Sarasota The Wizard of Oz
Rise Above Performing Arts (5/8 - 5/18)
Into the Woods in Sarasota Into the Woods
The Sarasota Players (4/9 - 4/20)
The Diary of Anne Frank in Sarasota The Diary of Anne Frank
Rise Above Performing Arts (2/20 - 3/2)
DIVAS: Time After Time in Sarasota DIVAS: Time After Time
Florida Studio Theatre (2/12 - 6/22)
Fences in Sarasota Fences
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (1/15 - 2/23)
Jesus Christ Superstar
Asolo Repertory Theatre (5/17 - 6/15)
Anna in the Tropics
Asolo Repertory Theatre (2/21 - 3/13)
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