Sarasota Theatre Newsroom

Sarasota Jewish Theatre will present a post-pandemic update of Jeff Baron’s “Visiting Mr. Green” this month. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

The Hermitage Artist Retreat's popular series, “Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens,” continues its fifth anniversary season and kicks off a brand-new year with “Book, Music, and Lyrics,” featuring Emmy Award and Drama Desk nominee Mark Sonnenblick.

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

Art Center Sarasota's 2024-2025 exhibition season will continue with four exhibits, January 30-March 1. Learn more about how to view the exhibitions here!

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present its 25th anniversary season’s dramatic offering, August Wilson’s “Fences', next month. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

 Arts Advocates will host a “Creative Liberties Exhibit,” featuring works by the studio artists of Creative Liberties Artist Studios. The exhibit, which runs through January, showcases Sarasota's vibrant artistic community.

Chamber music ensemble ensembleNEWSRQ will continue its ninth season with 'Visions & Miracles,' a concert featuring five works for strings, flute, and clarinet.

The Sarasota Concert Association will present the Czech National Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Jan Chalupeckcký and featuring pianist Maxim Lando, in Sarasota. Learn how to purchase tickets.

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Florida Studio Theatre will spark conversations and deep reflection with its third Mainstage production of the 2025 Season, The Cancellation of Lauren Fein, written by Christopher Demos-Brown. Learn how to purchase tickets.

All Star Children’s Foundation recently received a $10,000 grant from Gulf Coast Community Foundation (Gulf Coast). Learn more about the grand and All Star's upcoming programming here.

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Florida Studio Theatre has announced its annual fundraising event, The Shindig, taking place in March at FST's Hegner Theatre Wing. This year's theme, Oh What a Night! draws inspiration from the upcoming spring musical Jersey Boys.

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!

Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends will be at Riverview Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

​Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed the complete cast for the World Premiere of Ken Ludwig's Lady Molly of Scotland Yard. See who is starring and learn more about the production.

The community will have the opportunity to enjoy a free peek inside all that Sarasota Opera has to offer at a free open house next month. Learn more about the event here!

Florida Studio Theatre has extended Waitress at FST's Gompertz Theatre. Audiences can now enjoy the musical through mid-January. Find out all of the details here!

Funding for the retention of a grant writer and fundraiser has been provided by the Edward K. Roberts Emerging Needs Fund of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County.

Reservations are now open for Sarasota Opera’s annual gala, A Night in Seville, taking place next month in the Grand Ballroom of the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota. Learn more here!

Urbanite Theatre's eleventh season will continue with the regional premiere of SPACEMAN, opening on January 3rd.

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

All Star Children’s Foundation has shared that its founder and board chair, Graci McGillicuddy, was among 12 exceptional women honored at the inaugural Women in Philanthropy of Sarasota Soirée, held on December 7, 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.