Love and war

Musical takes long journey from concept album to Broadway to Manatee Players.
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Ringling in Bloom returns to museum
As the second annual Ringling in Bloom event begins Thursday, the museum's curator of educational programs, Maureen Zaremba, is happy to be  ...Read more »
One Book, One Community finale event
Hit young-adult series spawns a movie and a number of spin-offs, including a cookbook and an anthology.Read more »

Jay Handelman

Behind the Scenes: Conservatory grads use Sarasota as a home baseConservatory graduates find ways to support their love for theater in Sarasota.  Read more »
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Susan Rife

One Book, One Community finale will feature author of ‘The Girl Who Was on Fire’Hit young-adult series spawns a movie and a number of spin-offs, including a cookbook and an anthology. Read more »
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Carrie Seidman

Irish dance show sets off a storm of invectivesMany patrons who attended the showcase event felt deceived and disappointed... Read more »
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Marty Fugate

The Human Zoo "In Your Face," the upcoming exhibition at Allyn Gallup Contemporary Art, will feature glimpses of the human figure by  ... Read more »
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SHAKE, RATTLE & ROLL
Fifty years after "the day the music died," the influence of the early boppers lives on. This show pays tribute to the talents of Buddy Holly, Carl Perkins, Ritchie Valens and many more, with hits like "Peggy Sue," "La Bamba," and "That'll Be the Day." These artists introduced the world to Rock 'n' Roll: with a west-Texas country sound, sweet harmonies of Kentucky bluegrass, and the electrifying rhythm and blues of Memphis.A Chorus Line
BAY BIOCRUISE
Enjoy a hands-on learning experience about the creatures of Sarasota Bay and view of nesting bird life on board the Carefree Learner. The boat leaves from Bayfront ParkBREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO
Set at a Catskills resort in 1960, this is the sweetly comic story of Lois and Marge, two friends from Brooklyn in search of good times and romance over one wild Labor Day weekend. The score showcases 18 Neil Sedaka classics, including Where the Boys Are, Sweet Sixteen, Calendar Girl, Stupid Cupid, Solitaire and, of course, Breaking Up is Hard to Do!
Linda Eder and Tom Wopat
SHAKE, RATTLE & ROLL
Fifty years after "the day the music died," the influence of the early boppers lives on. This show pays tribute to the talents of Buddy Holly, Carl Perkins, Ritchie Valens and many more, with hits like "Peggy Sue," "La Bamba," and "That'll Be the Day." These artists introduced the world to Rock 'n' Roll: with a west-Texas country sound, sweet harmonies of Kentucky bluegrass, and the electrifying rhythm and blues of Memphis.A Chorus Line
LIVE FROM DOWNTOWN
Friday night downtown has never been better – featuring a different downtown Sarasota neighborhood each week. Every month a new theme to showcase and celebrate Sarasota’s unique seasons and holidays. 1st Friday (of every month) Palm Avenue, Main St & Lemon; 2nd Friday Burns Square; 3rd Friday Towles Court; 4th Friday Rosemary District. Enjoy live performances, dining at over 60 downtown restaurants, and shopping at our unique mix of boutiques, art galleries and salons.
Jerry Seinfeld
SHAKE, RATTLE & ROLL
Fifty years after "the day the music died," the influence of the early boppers lives on. This show pays tribute to the talents of Buddy Holly, Carl Perkins, Ritchie Valens and many more, with hits like "Peggy Sue," "La Bamba," and "That'll Be the Day." These artists introduced the world to Rock 'n' Roll: with a west-Texas country sound, sweet harmonies of Kentucky bluegrass, and the electrifying rhythm and blues of Memphis.A Chorus Line
BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO
Set at a Catskills resort in 1960, this is the sweetly comic story of Lois and Marge, two friends from Brooklyn in search of good times and romance over one wild Labor Day weekend. The score showcases 18 Neil Sedaka classics, including Where the Boys Are, Sweet Sixteen, Calendar Girl, Stupid Cupid, Solitaire and, of course, Breaking Up is Hard to Do!
SHAKE, RATTLE & ROLL
Fifty years after "the day the music died," the influence of the early boppers lives on. This show pays tribute to the talents of Buddy Holly, Carl Perkins, Ritchie Valens and many more, with hits like "Peggy Sue," "La Bamba," and "That'll Be the Day." These artists introduced the world to Rock 'n' Roll: with a west-Texas country sound, sweet harmonies of Kentucky bluegrass, and the electrifying rhythm and blues of Memphis.A Chorus Line
Golden Boys
BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO
Set at a Catskills resort in 1960, this is the sweetly comic story of Lois and Marge, two friends from Brooklyn in search of good times and romance over one wild Labor Day weekend. The score showcases 18 Neil Sedaka classics, including Where the Boys Are, Sweet Sixteen, Calendar Girl, Stupid Cupid, Solitaire and, of course, Breaking Up is Hard to Do!
The Irish Rovers
Palio Di Siena
Sarasota Italian Cultural Events presents "Palio Di Siena", a celebration of the ancient horse race in Siena, Italy featuring Sarasota's version of the famous race and a five course banquet of Tuscan food and wines prepared by Phil Mancini and his staff at Michael's on East, 1212 East St. Sarasota, Monday, February 27 at 11:30AM. Cost $35 Members $40 Guests. Reservations: Contact 753-1197Spinella: Kisses from Naples
Joseph Spinella, renowned tenor, performs classic Neapolitan songs and Italian operatic arias. He is considered the premiere Pavarotti impersonator. Powerful operatic tenor in an intimate, heartfelt performance - accompanied by Avis Romm. Shows at 5 pm and 7:30 pm. No cover; 'Indennita' for the performers appreciated. Suggested minimum: $7 per person.LAW AT THE LIBRARY
The Young Lawyers Division of the Sarasota County Bar Association presents "Till Filing Do Us Part: How to End a Marriage Without Losing Your Sanity." The program will address child support guidelines, post judgment modifications & enforcement, real estate issues, contempt of court issues, parenting and visitation.
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Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012 7:02 PM

Filmmaker Whit Stillman talks sound with Ringling students

Director of "Damsels in Distress" visits college to discuss an aspect of movies that tends to come last on a budding filmmaker's list of priorities Read more »
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Theater  Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012 3:48 PM

Glenridge Center looks for laughs with ‘Funny Money’

Ray Cooney farce involves a case filled with cash. Read more »
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Dance  Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012 11:19 AM

REVIEW: New director, but same electric Alvin Ailey

Robert Battle is carrying on Alvin Ailey's tradition of explosively athletic dancing, with an underpinning of African American cultural heritage... Read more »
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Wednesday, Feb 22, 2012 10:27 AM

PHOTO GALLERY: Manatee Players present Elton John’s “Aida”

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Theater  Tuesday, Feb 21, 2012 3:29 PM

Golden Apple Dinner Theatre wins non-profit status approval

After 40 years, dinner theater switches from commercial to tax-exempt status. Read more »
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Blogs | Dance  Tuesday, Feb 21, 2012 12:35 PM

Irish dance show sets off a storm of invectives

Many patrons who attended the showcase event felt deceived and disappointed... Read more »
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Dance  Tuesday, Feb 21, 2012 11:06 AM

REVIEW: Irish dance show is a grave mis-step

"Rhthym in the Night" does a disservice to those who attended, as well as to the storied reputation of Irish dance... Read more »
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Dance | Music  Tuesday, Feb 21, 2012 6:00 AM

A collaboration that grew to impressive proportions

The newly-formed Sarasota-Manatee Dance Alliance and Key Chorale have joined forces for a multi-discipline performance of Karl Jenkins' "Requiem"... Read more »
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Music  Sunday, Feb 19, 2012 12:02 PM

REVIEW: ‘Lucia’ brings Sarasota Opera a hit

Vocal skills and the dramatic impact from the opera to its devastating conclusion. Read more »
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Theater  Sunday, Feb 19, 2012 6:00 AM

Behind the Scenes: Conservatory grads use Sarasota as a home base

Conservatory graduates find ways to support their love for theater in Sarasota. Read more »
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