Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
September 17, 2023

Define Gallery gives Art Uptown artists a lifeline

Deena and Casey King's new space is near the recently shuttered Art Uptown Gallery.

Arts + Culture

By Emily Leinfuss
September 13, 2023

Venice arts scene is worth the trip

Long overshadowed by cultural capital Sarasota 18 miles north, the city of Venice is making a name for itself with an abundance of cultural attractions.

Arts + Culture

By Emily Leinfuss
September 13, 2023

New Venice arts leaders earn unexpected promotions

Neither Kristopher Geddie nor Derek Blankenship knew the top job was waiting in the wings.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
September 11, 2023

Van Wezel prepares for a season of hot tickets

Demand for "Hamilton" at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is expected to surpass 2019's "The Lion King."

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
September 7, 2023

Meet Sarasota's new arts czar

Brian Hersh holds the power of the purse for local cultural organizations.

Arts + Culture

By Robert Stoll
September 6, 2023

Suncoast Concert Band celebrates its 90th birthday

Formed in a trailer park during the Great Depression, the Sarasota-based band is still going strong.

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
September 5, 2023

Asolo Repertory Theatre expands management team

Sarah Johnson and Eric Pugh fill development and marketing posts.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
August 31, 2023

Artistic director showcases Urbanite’s commitment to new play development

Urbanite Theatre's newly solo artistic director, Summer Dawn Wallace, talks about her singular vision for Sarasota's "black box" theater.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
August 31, 2023

Urbanite Theatre enters unknown territory with 10th season

The "black box" theater pushes the envelope in its 10th season.

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
August 25, 2023

Sarasota Orchestra signs three-year agreement with musicians' union

The pact calls for a 5% salary increase in each of the three years.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
August 24, 2023

New Sarasota County leaders meet the community

A panel discussion and members mixer was held at CMX CinéBistro Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Business

Monica Roman Gagnier
August 23, 2023

Sarasota performer launches her own theater company

As her theater company, Tree Fort Productions, becomes a nonprofit, actress Katherine Michelle Tanner emphasizes: "The best way to support a theater company is to buy a subscription."