SCF Veterans Day Event Invitation

Veteran Services will host the college’s annual Veterans Day event honoring those who have served or are currently serving.

SCF American Government Instructor Publishes Second Novel

American Government instructor Mike “Mig” Gallagher recently published his second novel.

Grants to Circus Arts Conservatory support events, programs and shows

Six grants totaling $311,000 will support the CAC's mission, operations, education outreach, signature performances and more

Nik Wallenda & Circus Arts Conservatory present A Brave New Wonderland

Immersive, magical holiday spectacle to feature world-class acts, including Wallenda on the high wire

WBTT presents ‘Harry Belafonte: King of Calypso’

Musical revue featuring popular WBTT artist Michael Mendez to pay tribute to barrier-breaking singer, actor and Civil Rights activist

SCF Music Schedule for November 2023

The Music Program at SCF will present the following performances Nov. 3-Nov. 30.

WBTT receives funding to support production staff training

Grant of $150,000 – including $50,000 match – from Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation to support artistic workforce develop

Tickets now on sale for Circus Arts Conservatory’s 2023-2024 season

Seasonto include Circus Sarasota 2024, Cirque des Voix, Windjammers, new holiday collaboration with Nik Wallenda, and Sailor Circus shows

WBTT to present award-nominated play, 'Motherless'

2023 NY Theatre Festival's 'Best Production' nominee to be presented as part of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's New Playwrights Series

They Bay, WBTT to present free concert, 'Soul & Sass'

Popular WBTT artists to perform the hottest R&B and soul selections during ‘The Bay Turns One!’ community celebration

WBTT’s theatre season opens with ‘Once On This Island’

Tony Award-winning musical is a coming-of-age story set in the tropics, featuring Afro-Caribbean rhythms and instruments

Nik Wallenda, Circus Arts Conservatory to bring performing arts to UTC

Renowned circus artist and circus arts organization will co-produce holiday shows in the UTC area in the coming years

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe awards scholarships

Six students involved with WBTT programs earn funds toward artistic education and training

Sculpture Chosen For Mineral Springs Park At Bradenton Riverwalk: City

“The Singing River” by artist Reinaldo Correa will be installed in Mineral Springs Park at Bradenton’s Riverwalk East, the city said.

WBTT and GBM present the Bolds Brothers

Center Stage Live! – a sizzling blend of electrifying soul, gospel, and smooth jazz – includes two concerts on August 19 and 20 at WBTT

Tickets now on sale for WBTT’s ‘Stage of Discovery’ student show

Local teens who are enjoying the free summer musical theater program to perform ‘FAME The Musical'

WBTT presents inaugural Juneteenth Arts Festival

Event was a celebration of Black art and culture, with live music, dance, spoken word, films, and local businesses and organizations

WBTT to present Juneteenth Arts Festival

Event on June 18 will feature a celebration of art and culture, with live music, film screenings, food trucks and more

WBTT announces second 2023 Young Artist Program showcase

Popular WBTT performer Raleigh Mosely II will present ‘Titanium: A Soul Experience’ on Monday, May 22

The Summer Circus Spectacular returns

The Circus Arts Conservatory and The Ringling partner once again to present world-class, jaw-dropping circus talent in an intimate venue

‘The Ballad of Old Manatee’ Presented By Hat Theater In Bradenton

The Hat Theater Collective presents a musical about a love story from Manatee County in the 1870s at the Manatee Village Historical Park.

WBTT, Key Chorale collaborate on 'Grace: The Spirit of Aretha'

Arts organizations to pay tribute to Aretha Franklin on the 50th anniversary of groundbreaking album 'Amazing Grace' for one night only

WBTT presents ‘Big Sexy: The Fats Waller Revue'

World-premiere musical revue will feature Leon S. Pitts II and Ariel Blue, pay tribute to legendary performer and his music

Sailor Circus Academy gets ‘worldly’ with spring show

Now in its 74th year, youth circus arts training program presents ‘Around the World in 80 Days’

Ringling Bros. Circus Back Without Animal Acts, Announces Tour: Watch

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus announced a new North American tour — its first since 2017 — which won't feature any animal acts.

Circus Arts Conservatory’s ‘WONDERBALL’ to feature Steve Aoki

Headliner for arts organization's new fundraising event is two-time Grammy Award-nominated electronic dance music artist and music producer

Christopher Eisenberg returns to WBTT for Frank Sinatra tribute shows

Longtime Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe performer to present ‘Frank & Me,’ packed with hit songs from the world’s most renowned crooner

Wrestling Star Bruno Sammartino Celebrated In New Documentary

A Pittsburgh radio host who has covered the Pirates’ spring training season for years recently brought his new documentary to Manatee.

Music Compound presents performance workshop

Professional artist Yaya Diamond will provide coaching and feedback on working - and owning - the stage

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents ‘Dreamgirls’

Broadway classic takes an inspirational journey through American pop music, tells the story of fictional girl group, The Dreams

Music Compound presents ‘Shred the Love’ fundraiser

Local music school partnering with Big Top Brewing Company to raise money for scholarships

Circus Sarasota presents 25th anniversary show

An international cast of world-class circus artists will thrill audiences during Circus Sarasota 2023 show

Circus Arts Conservatory presents 25th Anniversary Gala

The CAC celebrates 25 years of excellence in transforming lives through the circus arts on January 27, 2023

Songwriters to shine during Music Compound showcase

Music Compound students to present original compositions during Songwriter Showcase on January 20

Theater Project For People With Special Needs Forming In Manatee

The Manatee Performing Arts Center is launching the Penguin Project and Penguin Players groups for actors of all ages with special needs.

WBTT to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

Celebration of Civil Rights icon on January 16 to feature re-enactments of Dr. King’s writings and speeches, and plentiful song and dance

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents ‘Flyin’ West’

Show - which runs January 4-February 12 - tells the story of four Black women settlers as they build new lives as homesteaders in Kansas

Listening Room Network Founder Presents 1st House Concert In Bradenton

The Listening Room Network’s founder recently moved from St. Pete to Bradenton, and he’s bringing house concerts to his new city.

Circus Arts Conservatory presents ‘Sailor Circus Holiday Special’

Renowned youth circus arts program shares the joy of the holidays during seven shows December 28-31

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents ‘Black Nativity’

Uplifting holiday presentation melds gospel music with the poetry of Langston Hughes; show runs Nov. 30-Dec. 23