Arts + Entertainment

Emma Burke Jolly
December 11, 2024

A foodie guide to 'A Christmas Story' in Sarasota

There are so many culinary revelations in the classic holiday film that I explored right them here in our neighborhood.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Monica Roman Gagnier
December 11, 2024

WBTT celebrates 25 years of making joyful noise

Nate Jacobs built a theater dedicated to telling African American stories and nurturing talented young people — with a little help from friends.

Arts + Culture

Elizabeth King
December 11, 2024

Ocean Prime is ready to open at The Quay

The $10 million, two-story restaurant featuring waterfront views will debut on Dec. 21.

Arts + Entertainment
Eat + Drink

Monica Roman Gagnier
December 10, 2024

Sarasota Ballet serves up a festive feast

Sir David Bintley's fanciful world premiere follows a spider's search for food.

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
December 10, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 12-18

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Monica Roman Gagnier
December 9, 2024

Sarasota Players' 'Little Women: The Musical' aspires to be astonishing

Director Amanda Finnerty weaves a colorful quilt with remnants from a canceled show and a fresh cast.

Arts + Culture

Ian Swaby
December 6, 2024

The best holiday events in Sarasota and Siesta Key

Here are events to help you enjoy a merry holiday season.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Petra Rivera
December 5, 2024

Where to celebrate the holidays on Longboat Key

Longboat Key brings you festive musical performances, homemade goodies and island cheer for the holidays this year.

Longboat Key
Neighbors

Observer Staff
December 4, 2024

Art Center Sarasota names new management team

Sarasota's oldest visual arts organization has a new executive director and board chair.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
December 4, 2024

Asolo Rep's 'All is Calm' brings hope for the holidays

A cappella production "All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914" sounds a musical call to lay down arms.

Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
December 3, 2024

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for Dec. 5-11

Don't miss these arts and entertainment events around Sarasota and Manatee counties this week.

Arts + Entertainment
Things To Do

Monica Roman Gagnier
December 3, 2024

Lakewood Ranch music producer knows all the chords

Morgan Bettes Angell has plenty of experience under her belt as she prepares for the Ranch's first blues festival.

Arts + Culture

Monica Roman Gagnier
December 2, 2024

Modern dance meets jazz with SCD + The Barker Project

Sarasota Contemporary Dance's tentpole event of the season is a first-time collaboration.

Arts + Culture

Marty Fugate
December 1, 2024

This 'Natural Woman' never gets old

Asolo Rep's "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" celebrates the music of the timeless singer and her talented friends.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

Ian Swaby
November 27, 2024

Sarasota Choral Society celebrates 80 years

The choral society, founded in 1944, carries on the annual tradition of performing the Christmas portion of Handel's "Messiah."

Sarasota
Neighbors

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