SARASOTA ORCHESTRA

by A.A. Cristi - February 12, 2025

There's much to celebrate next season at Sarasota Opera. After a two-year hiatus, the company is bringing back its Fall opera in October 2025, which will be Così fan tutte, by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, followed by Sarasota Youth Opera's production of Hans Krása's Brundibár....

by Stephi Wild - February 04, 2025

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present Harp Royalty on March 2 at First Presbyterian Church, Horns of Plenty on March 13 at Sarasota Yacht Club, and Grammy Award winner Catalyst Quartet on March 30 at First Presbyterian Church....

by A.A. Cristi - January 24, 2025

Sarasota Orchestra has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Bishop-Parker Foundation for the 2024-2025 season. This award will help advance Sarasota Orchestra's mission to engage, educate and enrich the community through high-quality, live musical experiences by supporting Manatee County students' ...

by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2025

Sarasota Orchestra has received a $65,000 Empowering Arts Grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation (Gulf Coast) in support of the 2024-2025 season. The grant was made possible through the Elizabeth Miller Charitable Fund at Gulf Coast Community Foundation. ...

by Shanti M. Kennedy - January 05, 2025

Sarasota is truly a gem when it comes to the arts scene! It's no wonder that it's known as the Cultural Center for the State of Florida. John Ringling's vision of making Sarasota a hub for the arts in the Southeast has truly come to life....

by Blair Ingenthron - December 28, 2024

Choral Artists will present the topsy-turvy world of Gilbert & Sullivan where absurdities reach logical conclusions, this January. Learn more about the concert here!...

by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 21, 2024

The Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative will present “Beyond Regional Boundaries,” an initiative created to amplify the voices of artists of African descent and BIPOC populations throughout the region. Learn more!...

by A.A. Cristi - November 18, 2024

Sarasota Orchestra announced its December concerts, featuring a range of performances including holiday classics and contemporary works. Audiences can enjoy a festive musical experience this season....

by A.A. Cristi - November 11, 2024

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....

by Shanti M. Kennedy - November 05, 2024

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 Broadwa...