Artists Encouraged To Apply For Sarasota’s Public Art Roster: City

The roster will pre-qualify artists for consideration for public art-funded initiatives for 2024 to 2026, Sarasota officials said.

OLLI at Ringling College Announces its Fall Semester: Sept. 26-Nov. 17

Registrations is open for the fall semester, which features more than 50 courses, workshops, lectures, and special programs.

Artist Series Concerts opens 28th season with NEXUS Chamber Music

2023-2024 season opens October 1; concerts also include award winners and musical influencers

Sarasota Orchestra, Bradenton Riverwalk, Sarasota Opera: Art News

Check out the latest art news in Sarasota, Bradenton: Manatee Performing Arts Center, public art at Bradenton Riverwalk, Art Uptown Gallery.

Art Uptown Gallery Closing After 43 Years In Downtown Sarasota

After 43 years in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Art Uptown Gallery will close its doors for good after Saturday.

FL Native Paul Reubens, Best Known As ‘Pee-wee Herman’, Dead At 70

​Paul Reubens, an actor, writer and comedian known best for his character “Pee-wee Herman,” died Sunday from cancer. He grew up in Sarasota.

‘Wheel of Fortune LIVE!’ To Make Sarasota Stop At Van Wezel

The touring show “Wheel of Fortune LIVE!” will take the stage in six FL cities in December, including at the Van Wezel in Sarasota.

Black Women’s Hair Styles, History Topic Of FL Film Project

A Ringling graduate is raising money for her film and photo project, “Heavy is the Head,” about the history of Black women’s hair.

Artist Series Concerts Announces its 2023-2024 Season: Stars Ascending

The 28th season, which opens October 1, features new series, new venues, award-winning artists, and the rock and roll oratorio “Caesar!”

Arts Advocates Awards $38,500 in Scholarships to 11 Local Students

The scholarship awards are given to students whose studies include visual arts, dance, writing, music, theater and architecture.

LGBTQ Music, Arts Festival Takes Place Saturday In Sarasota

The Fabulous Arts Foundation hosts its annual PRIDE | Be Fabulous Music & Arts Fest Saturday evening at Fogartyville in Sarasota.

Sarasota Doctor’s Alter Ego Performs Magic After Hours

Magician Howard Stevens will perform an intimate, sleight-of-hand magic show Saturday night at CMX CineBistro Siesta Key.

Artist Series Concerts Closes 27th Season with Violins and Violas

Vivaldi and Mendelssohn features four young concertmasters; Viola Royale is presented by brothers Paul and Steven Laraia

Sarasota Film Festival Celebrates 25 Years Of Movies

The 25th annual Sarasota Film Festival is underway with a full slate of programming planned through Sunday.

Artist Series Concerts Announces Competition Winners

Statewide classical vocal competition was held for students between the ages of 17 and 22

New Exhibit From Artist, Poet Focuses On Mindfulness, Self-Reflection

“Seven Sacred Pauses,” an exhibit from poet Teresa Carson and artist Leslie Butterfield, is on display at Art Advocates Gallery in Sarasota.

Artist Series Concerts Features Harp, Cello, and Guitar in April

Cheryl Losey Feder, harp, and Abraham Feder, cello; guitarist JIJI; and Cameron Crozman, cello

OLLI Spring Semester Registration Now Open

The semester runs March 13-May 5 and features more than 45 courses, lectures, and special presentations covering a wide variety of topics.

OLLI Announces Spring Semester CONNECTIONS Documentary Film Series

"Stewart Udall: The Politics of Beauty," "Good Night Oppy," and "Wildcat"

A Humble Hero on a Very Important Quest!

Laurie Swink, Cofounder of Selah Freedom was honored Tuesday Night by the Lightning Foundation as a Community Hero.

Artist Series Concerts Focuses on Featured Young Artists in March

Sarasotan Daniel Solowey, clarinet; Sphinx Medal of Excellence winner Michelle Cann; former Sarasota Orchestra violinist Samantha Bennett

Live Performances Return To Venice Theatre Ravaged By Hurricane Ian

The 90-seat black box Pinkerton Theatre reopened Friday at the Venice Theatre, which was damaged by Hurricane Ian.

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota's February Concerts

Accordionist Hanzhi Wang, Broadway star Marria Wirries, Messiaen’s WWII prisoner-of-war camp composition "Quartet for the End of Time"

Sarasota Orchestra, CreArte Latino, The Players Centre: Art News

Check out the latest Sarasota, Bradenton art news: Sarasota Orchestra, CreArte Latino, The Players Centre, Brain, Balance & Ballet classes.

Poetry Reading Closes Art Exhibit At Sarasota’s Chasen Galleries II

An exhibit featuring abstract paintings by Polish artist Basia Sawa, who lives in Sarasota, closes Tuesday evening with poetry reading.

Art News: Visions In Black, Selby Gardens, MicroWIP At The Ringling

Other art news in the Sarasota, Bradenton areas: more than 30 architectural firms interested in designing Sarasota Performing Arts Center.

Art News: Venice Theatre Benefit, Sara Berman’s Closet, Players’ Hire

In other arts news in the Sarasota, Bradenton areas: ‘Sailor Circus Holiday Special,’ Manatee Performing Arts Center’s Holiday Cabaret.

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota presents three concerts in January

Concerts include a two-time Grammy Award nominee, a husband/wife duo, and a concert featuring all women composers.

Artist Series Concerts presents three concerts in December

Featuring the Southeastern premiere of Derrick Skye’s “god of the gaps,” and a quintet of St. Louis-based musicians

Sybarite5 to Perform a World Premiere with Artist Series Concerts

They will perform their Groove Machine program along with the world premiere of "Apartments," Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, at Historic Asolo Theater

Sarasota Performing Arts Center Committee Architect Task Force Chosen

As plans for the new Sarasota Performing Arts Center move forward, an Architecture Selection Task Force has been chosen, the city said.

Venice Chalk Festival Moves To Sarasota, Scales Back After Hurricane

The Venice Chalk Festival will host limited events in Sarasota’s Burns Square Oct. 28-Nov. 1 after Hurricane Ian hit Southwest Florida.

'Siesta Key,' Sarasota-Based Reality TV Show, Moving To New City

Most of the original "Siesta Key" cast will stick with the MTV reality show, which will have a new location and name, a report said.

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota presents three concerts in November

Kicking off the Lighter Fare, Tuesdays at the Historic Asolo Theater, and Soirée series

The art and architecture of Victor Lundy

Learn about the man and his work on October 1

Artist Series Concerts presents “the first family of violin" October 2

Alexander, Albert and Marina Markov perform a family-friendly concert experience

‘American Pickers’ Returning To FL; How You Could Be On Show

Have a treasured antique collection to share? “American Pickers” star Mike Wolfe is heading to Florida in search of rare finds.

Tom Cruise's Son Reels In 301-Pound Fish In FL Tournament: Video

Tom Cruise's son, Connor, who lives in Clearwater, caught a monster fish Friday during the 2022 Sarasota Slam fishing tournament. ​​

Arts Advocates Announces a Special Exhibit and New Art Talk

Cora Marshall’s works to be shown in gallery; Denise Kowal featured in “Chalk Talks: Behind the Scenes of the Chalk Festival” September 15

Naval Officer From Sarasota Served As Adviser On ‘Top Gun: Maverick’

Capt. Brian Ferguson embarked on a career in the Navy after seeing the original “Top Gun” movie when it was released in 1986.