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‘Wanderlust' with cellist Cameron Crozman
11 a.m. at Sarasota Yacht Club, 1100 John Ringling Blvd.
$60
Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.
Artist Series Concerts presents lunch and a cello concert by Cameron Crozman, named “Canada's next big cello star” by CBC Music and “2019-20 Classical Revelation Artist" of Radio-Canada.
Glimpse Of The Artist: A Community Celebration
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Community Room, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Free
Visit TheSAACC.com.
Presented by the Sarasota African American Cultural Coalition this show has three sections — “History, Present and Future.” The exhibition, co-curated by La’Tiara Love and Lauren David, includes works by Sean Presley, Gregory Rumph, Clifford McDonald and other community members, including students at Booker Elementary School. Use the QR codes in each area to discover what motivates the artists. Runs through April 30.
‘Evolving/Revolving’: Jehanne
7 p.m. at Jane B. Cook Theater at FSU Center for the Performing Arts, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail
$10-$45
Visit SarasotaContemporaryDance.org.
Sarasota Contemporary Dance closes its season with “Jehanne,” a work inspired by the courage of Joan of Arc. The performance will be accompanied by live music and original composition by Mark Dancingers. Continues Friday, Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday.
John DiCrosta
7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre, 1923 Ringling Blvd.
$25
Visit McCurdysComedy.com.
John DiCrosta’s humor may contain some of the dozens of character voices that have been featured in The Transformers films, video games and Nickelodeon TV shows. Don’t be surprised if DiCrosta breaks into offbeat characters or even some ventriloquism. Runs through April 30.
‘Sunset Boulevard’
7:30 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 Third Avenue W., Bradenton
$30-$42
Visit ManateePerformingArtsCenter.com.
Florida Cultural Group presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award-winning ‘Sunset Boulevard’ based on the Billy Wilder film of the same name about faded silver screen glory. Runs through May 14.
‘Queen Nation’: Tribute to the Music of Queen
7 p.m. at Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave. Building 5, Venice
$36-$80
Visit VenicePerformingArtsCenter.com.
Queen Nation’s goal is to carry Queen’s musical torch, exposing the music to new and old fans by paying tribute to the legendary rock band. The image, sound and stage persona of Queen Nation strives to recreate the excitement of the the original legendary rock band.
‘Tribute to Balanchine’
7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave.
$35
Visit SarasotaBallet.org.
To mark the 40th anniversary of the death of the iconic choreographer George Balanchine, the Sarasota Ballet performs a triple bill of his ballets — “Divertimento No. 15,” “The Four Temperaments” and “Western Symphony.” The Sarasota Orchestra will accompany this performance, conducted by Music Director of BalletWest Jared Oaks. Continues Friday and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday.
‘Big Sexy: The Fats Waller Revue’
7:30 p.m. at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1012 N. Orange Ave.
$20-$50
Visit WestcoastBlackTheatre.org.
Nate Jacobs’ original tribute features Fats Waller’s signature songs, including “Ain’t Misbehavin’,” “Honeysuckle Rose,” “Your Feet’s Too Big,” “The Joint is Jumpin’” and many more. Runs through May 28.
‘Backwards Forwards Back’
7:30 p.m. at Urbanite Theatre, 1487 Second St.
$25-$39
Visit UrbaniteTheatre.com.
In this world premiere by Jacqueline Goldfinger directed by Urbanite Co-Artistic Director Brendan Ragan, a soldier returning from war fights his PTSD with virtual reality technology. Runs through April 30.
Jazz at Two: Rodney Rojas Jazz Ensemble
2 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota, 7935 Fruitville Road
$15-$20
Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.
Enjoy jazz standards, blues, bossas and some favorites from the American Songbook. Rodney's ensemble includies Pete BarenBregge, Dave DeWitt, “Stretch” Bruyn, Lenny Rojas, Kirk Reyes and Greg Caputo, among others.
'The Ballad of Old Manatee'
4:15 and 6 p.m. at Manatee Village Historical Park, 1404 Manatee Ave., Bradenton
$27
Visit AtTheHat.org.
The Hat Theater Collective presents its inaugural production, "The Ballad of Old Manatee." The world premiere musical is inspired by true events from early Bradenton and Manatee County history. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Manatee County Historical Commission. Continues Saturday and Fridays and Saturdays through May 6.
‘Queen Nation’: Tribute to the Music of Queen
7 p.m. at Venice Performing Arts Center, 1 Indian Ave. Building 5, Venice
$36-$80
Visit VenicePerformingArtsCenter.com.
Queen Nation’s goal is to expose the legendary rock band's music to new and old fans. Queen Nation’s live performance of classic songs such as “We Are The Champions,” “Bohemian Rhapsody” and many more is sure to rock fans of the legendary group.
'NocheUnidos 2023'
7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 North Tamiami Trail
From $35
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An initiative of UnidosNow, this concert will feature the fusion of the nationally acclaimed Mariachi Cobre band and the 72-piece Venice Symphony, blending music from the Old and New worlds.The musicians will be led by Ismael Sandoval, a first-generation Mexican immigrant who is currently assistant conductor of the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera. All proceeds benefit UnidosNow, to further empower the growing number of Hispanic/Latinx community members in the Sarasota area.
Pamela Z
8 p.m. at Harry Sudakoff Conference Center at New College, 5845 General Dougher Place
$15
Visit NewMusicNewCollege.org.
Pamela Z will perform a program of solo works for voice, real-time electronic processing, sampled sounds, interactive video and more.
‘Classic Conjuring’ with Howard Stevens
8 p.m. at CinéBistro, Crossings at Siesta Key, 3501 Tamiami Trail, Suite 1100
$25
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Guests will experience mystifying close-up illusions and elegant miracles performed by Howard Stevens, an alias for the magician who practices medicine by day. Seating is limited to 20 people to create an intimate show environment. Showgoers should be 21 and over.
Polo
1 p.m. at the Sarasota Polo Club, 8201 Polo Club Lane, Sarasota
General admission $15; children 12 and under free
Visit SarasotaPolo.com.
Gates open at 10 a.m. for the final day of the 2023 Sarasota Polo season. Thousands of fans enjoy high-level polo action each Sunday while tailgating. The event includes themed weeks, entertainment at halftime and traditional divot-stomping. Dogs are welcome on a leash.
‘Summer Is Coming’
3 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 3131 61st St.
$5
Visit SuncoastConcertBand.org.
Celebrating its 90th season in Sarasota, Suncoast Concert Band consists of retirees and musicians who like to practice during the day. Call 941-907-4123 to check ticket availability.
‘50 Years Later: A Tribute to the Woodstock Generation’
7:30 p.m. at Venice Community Center, 1 Indian Road, Venice
$35
Visit VeniceTheatre.org.
It’s a long way from Yasgur’s Farm in Bethel, N.Y. to Venice, Fla., but the music makes the trip beautifully. The show features South Dakota Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artists Uncle Zeek with music by Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin and more. Guest director Ron Ziegler will sing lead vocals and play rhythm guitar.
‘Bridge to the Other Side’ Screening
1 and 6 p.m. at Resilient Retreat, 13010 Fruitville Road
Donations requested
Visit ResilientRetreat.org.
Sarasota nonprofit Resilient Retreat and Wingspan Productions team up for “Resilient Reels,” a benefit screening of the award-winning film “Bridge to the Other Side,” a Q&A with director KT Curran and an after-party to raise awareness of physical and emotional fatigue among first responders.
Matt Dendy
5 p.m. at Marina Jack, 2 Marina Plaza
Variable. See menu
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Matt Dendy has been a violinist and soloist in the Sarasota area since 1993 and has performed regularly with The Pops Orchestra of Sarasota, Southwest Florida Symphony and Florida Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestras.
'Images of Dance'
7:30 PM at the Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave.
From $30
Visit SarasotaBallet.org.
Showcasing the future of ballet, dancers of The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company join students of The Margaret Barbieri Conservatory for this special program. The show includes “Grand Pas from Paquita” after Marius Petipa, “Sing Wearing the Sky,” by Gemma Bond accompanied by live music from Key Chorale as well as a new work by company dancer Luis Gonzalez to live music from the Sarasota Music Conservatory and a new work by faculty member Addul Manzano to live music from the Sarasota Youth Opera.
Modern Works Festival
6:30 p.m. at Urbanite Theatre, 1487 Second St.
$5-$20
Visit UrbaniteTheatre.com.
Returning to an in-person experience, the fourth Modern Works Festival is a playwriting contest, reading festival and celebration of women in theater. Festivalgoers who see all three finalists — “Westminster” by Brenda Withers, “The Apiary” by Kate Douglas and “Therapy” by Jena Rashid — are eligible to vote for a winner. Runs through May 7.
Renee LInnell, ‘Still on Fire’ Book Signing
Noon to 2 p.m. at Elysian Fields, 1273 S. Tamiami
Free
Visit reneelinnell.com
A former tango dancer and surf model who holds an MBA, Renee Linnell shares hard-learned lessons from years of “bad choices, bad breaks and crushing blows” in her memoir. Linnell is in a good place now and wants you to be there too.
Matt Venuti and The Ultima Zone MultiMedia Performance
7 p.m. at Rising Tide International, 5102 Swift Road
$15 in advance or $20 at the door
Visit at RisingTide.org.
Award-winning composer and multi-instrumentalist Matt Venuti will perform a live soundtrack using an array of acoustic and electronic instruments against a background of captivating visuals. This event is part concert, part film and part deep sound immersion.
