Arts + Culture

Su Byron
March 29, 2024

Productions and exhibits to catch before they’re gone

What’s happening in the arts this breezy season? Read on for a sneak peek at five cool bets.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
March 27, 2024

Sarasota Ballet honors George Balanchine in 'Portraits of Expression'

The company honors the iconic choreographer's 120th birthday with "Emeralds" and "Who Cares?"

Arts + Culture

Eric Snider
March 27, 2024

Lido Shores activist has created art with purpose all her life

Artist Miriam Cassell doesn’t just dare to be different. She knows no other way.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Eric Snider
March 27, 2024

With new CEO at the helm, arts foundation builds Sarasota's next stage

Tania Moskalenko, Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation's new CEO, knows what it will take to create a new performing arts center at The Bay — and it's a lot.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
March 26, 2024

Asolo Rep's 2024-25 season includes Ken Ludwig world premiere

Josh Rhodes will return to Asolo Repertory Theatre to direct "Jesus Christ Superstar."

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
March 22, 2024

'Moulin Rouge' dances into the Van Wezel for the 2024-25 season

The musical set in the famed Paris nightclub is one of seven Sarasota premieres for the venue.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
March 21, 2024

Sarasota Film Festival opens April 5 with 'Bull Street'

Steve Buscemi's film "The Listener" will close the festival, which Buscemi will attend.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
March 20, 2024

Cirque des Voix reaches new heights

Circus Arts Conservatory and Key Chorale team up for thrilling physical feats, live music and a choir.

Arts + Culture

Petra Rivera
March 20, 2024

Local artist sells her art in Bealls stores across Florida

Kelly Hunt uses her coastal art style to encourage people to express themselves through art.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Monica Roman Gagnier
March 18, 2024

'Florida Woman' gets her spot in the sun

What does "Florida Woman" have to say? A dance theater premiere at The Ringling's Art of Performance provides some answers.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
March 17, 2024

'The White Chip' takes humorous look at sobriety at Florida Studio Theatre

Sean Daniels is an actor, a director, a playwright and a recovering alcoholic. His latest play, “The White Chip,” takes a walk on the funny side of his recovery.