Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
October 16, 2023

How the arts power Sarasota's economy

Local growth in arts spending has outpaced national levels by 25% since 2015, a new study finds.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
October 11, 2023

Fishnets and Frankenstein: 'Rocky Horror' refuses to die

Fifty years later, why do audiences want to do the "Time Warp" again and again?

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
October 10, 2023

Florida's Shakespeare expert writes a murder mystery about The Bard

Actor Ron Destro comes to Bookstore1Sarasota on Oct. 23 to discuss "The Starre, the Moone, the Sunne."

Arts + Culture

By Emily Leinfuss
October 9, 2023

Sarasota Jewish Theatre's shows echo real-life events

The confluence between news and arts has surprised Artistic Director Carole Kleinberg.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
October 4, 2023

At 50, FST is the beating heart of Sarasota theater

Richard and Rebecca Hopkins have shaped Florida Studio Theatre from a scrappy upstart into a cultural powerhouse.

Arts + Culture

Petra Rivera
October 3, 2023

Local artist displays new collection at All Angels gallery

Liz Cole's "Color Paths" depicts her world travels via acrylic and handmade collages.

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Neighbors

Amanda Postma
October 1, 2023

Murder mystery show plans hotel expansion in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch

Pineapple Kitchen, a culinary and hospitality business based outside Lakewood Ranch, is expanding its murder mystery shows to meet rapidly growing demand.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
September 27, 2023

Nik Wallenda teams up with Circus Arts Conservatory for holiday show

The Sarasota aerialist wants to create a new holiday tradition.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
September 26, 2023

Critic’s picks for Sarasota's new live theater season

From the morbid to the merry, there's something for everyone between now and yearend.

Arts + Culture

Ian Swaby
September 21, 2023

Library exhibition celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month

The exhibition showcased a diverse range of styles, mediums and subject matter.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Monica Roman Gagnier
September 20, 2023

Key Chorale's 39th season kicks off with 'Misatango'

On Sept. 23, Key Chorale joins bandoneonist Ben Bogart and pianist Winnie Cheung along with four traditional tango dancers in a performance at Church of the Palms.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
September 19, 2023

Sarasota arts educator Scott Keys starts his second act

Keys is directing "Ruthless" at The Sarasota Players and "Parade" at Manatee Players.

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.

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