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The Nassoons practice for a concert at All Angels by the Sea Episcopal Church on Saturday. (Photo by Lesley Dwyer)
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  • Lesley Dwyer
  • November 9, 2022
The Nassoons: A cappella for the ages

At 90 years old, Jeremiah Ford is the longest traveling and singing of the Princeton group, which is performing Saturday at a Longboat Key church.

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Iris Beaumier and Lincoln Clauss star in the Asolo Repertory Theatre's production of "Cabaret." (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • November 9, 2022
Asolo Rep Director Josh Rhodes brings new take to 'Cabaret'

It's a Broadway staple that has been done and done again, revived and reimagined. And now "Cabaret" is coming to the Asolo Repertory Theatre for a six-week run this winter.

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Michael Garey, Woody and Sue Wolverton and Svetlana Ivashchenko from the Children's Guardian Fund.
    By
  • Lesley Dwyer
  • November 8, 2022
Tickets on sale for Lawn Party by the Bay

The Lawn Party by the Bay is from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 at Ken Thompson Park.

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In 2021, Karen Fraclich and Dan Belcher won for "Skull Duggery." (Courtesy photo)
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 8, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for Nov. 10-16

Piano masters, jazz ensembles, tribute acts and experimental composers highlight a busy week of music on the Sarasota scene.

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Dominique Jenkins, Daniel Pratt, Anna Pellegrino, Richard House and Lauren Ostrander dance in Ashton's Dante Sonata. (Courtesy photo by Frank Atura)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • November 8, 2022
Sarasota Ballet enlists Royal conductor for Ashton and MacMillan

The works of Kenneth MacMillan and Frederick Ashton will be brought to Sarasota Ballet by a man who worked with and knew them, longtime Royal Ballet conductor Barry Wordsworth.

  • Arts + Culture
In 2021, Karen Fraclich and Dan Belcher won for their creation “Skull Duggery.” (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Abby Weingarten
  • November 7, 2022
Sand sculptors amp up for the Crystal Classic

People come from around the region to marvel at the sensational sand sculptures, take sand sculpting lessons and enjoy the beach at the annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic.

  • Siesta Key
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    By
  • Harry Sayer
  • November 7, 2022
Sarasota Medieval Fair creates fantasy fun in Myakka City

A tomato toss was just one of the fun events at the annual festival at the Woods of Mallaranny.

  • East County
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Strandhus, a modern Lido Shores estate, will be one of the homes discussed during MOD Week. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • November 7, 2022
MOD Weekend celebrates architects at work in the tropics and beyond

Architects and scholars will tour local Sarasota homes and talk about what homes in tropical climates around the world have in common.

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The Grinch himself joins the 2021 Village Holiday Parade on Siesta Key.
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  • Observer Staff
  • November 3, 2022
The best things to do this season on Siesta, Lido, Longboat keys

The don’t-miss events from around the keys in November, December and January.

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Poly is among the public art sculptures that will be considered for relocation by the Public Art Committee.
    By
  • Andrew Warfield
  • November 3, 2022
Accord with state allows roundabout art installation on Tamiami

An agreement between the city of Sarasota and FDOT will permit the installation on roundabouts at U.S. 41 at 10th and 14th streets and sets the policy for future Art in the Roundabouts projects.

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The newest members of the Sarasota Orchestra — Gianluca Farina, Hannah Cope and Marcelina Suchocka — are ready to take on the Masterworks. (Photo by Harry Sayer)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • November 2, 2022
Trio takes long, winding road to principal positions with Sarasota Orchestra

They've spent much of their lives mastering their instruments. But Gianluca Farina, Marcelina Suchocka and Hannah Cope have arrived as principal players.

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The many costumes of Something Rotten! will soon take center stage at Florida Studio Theatre. (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • November 1, 2022
The best things to do around Sarasota for Nov. 3-9

There's all kinds of live music in Sarasota this week, including jazz, funk and folk, not to mention opera, classical and even musical theater.

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The Old Salty Dog's most distinctive dish is a simple fish 'n' chips made from haddock and beer batter. (Photo by Spencer Fordin)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • October 28, 2022
The Old Salty Dog makes fish and chips worthy of British heritage

Owners Philip Needs and Judy Fryer had a trick up their sleeve when they brought an old fish 'n' chips recipe to their bayside eatery.

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FST technicians Ana Strickland and Aubrey Hess work on the costume worn by Jillian Louis (who plays Bea Bottom). (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • October 27, 2022
FST makes a stitch in time to show 'Something Rotten!'

Clothes make the Elizabethan man (or woman) in this ambitious musical comedy at Florida Studio Theatre. Mari Taylor Floyd and Aubrey Hess make it happen.

  • Arts + Culture
Choral Artists returns to "Say a Little Prayer" for the victims of Hurricane Ian (Courtesy photo)
    By
  • Spencer Fordin
  • October 26, 2022
Choral Artists start season with songs of prayer and consolation

A season-opening event has taken on new meaning for Choral Artists of Sarasota in the wake of Hurricane Ian.

  • Arts + Culture
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