Season Fall 2023

SEASON

THE OBSERVER’S GUIDE TO THE ARTS AND SOCIETY

MUSIC DANCE ART THEATER BLACK TIE

PUBLISHER Emily Walsh

EDITORIAL

Executive Editor Kat Wingert

A+E Editor Monica Roman Gagnier

Design Nicole Thompson

ADVERTISING

Director of Advertising

Jill Raleigh

Sales Managers

Penny Nowicki, Kathleen O’Hara and Lori Ruth

Advertising Executives

Richeal Bair, Jennifer Kane, Honesty

Mantkowski, Toni Perren, Laura Ritter and Brenda White

Sales Operations Manager

Susan Leedom

Advertising Coordinators

Lori Downey, Caitlin Ellis and Emma B. Jolly

CREATIVE SERVICES

Director of Creative Services

Caleb Stanton

Creative Services Administrator

Marjorie Holloway

Graphic Designers

Luis Trujillo, Taylor Poe, Louise Martin and Shawna Polana

A+E EDITOR’S PICKS

‘ONCE ON THIS ISLAND’

When: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11 through Nov. 19

Where: Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

Tickets: $20-$48

Info: WestcoastBlackTheatre.org

Directed by Jim Weaver, this Tony Award-winning musical set on a Caribbean island is based on Rosa Guy’s novel “My Love, My Love.” The tale of a peasant girl searching for love and identity features uplifting Caribbean rhythms and instruments.

‘CUBAN PROJECT: HISTORIAS’

When: 8 p.m. Oct. 7

Where: Manatee Performing Arts Center

Tickets: $38

Info: ManateePerformingArtsCenter.com

In the early 1960s, Cuban parents sent more than 14,000 unaccompanied children to the U.S. in the hopes their offspring would escape indoctrination by Fidel Castro’s new government. Leymis Bolaños Wilmott’s parents were part of the exodus known as Operación Pedro Pan. In “Cuban Project: Historias,” Bolaños Wilmott explores the history and experiences of her family and others caught up in this unprecedented wave of immigration.

FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS

When: 8 p.m. Nov. 18

Where: Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets: $122-$147

Info: VanWezel.org

“Oh, What a Night” it promises to be at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall when the real-life “Jersey Boys” take the stage. The doo-wop band now known as Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons became famous in the early 1960s, inspiring a generation to sing a capella on street corners. Those too young to remember hits such as “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Walk Like a Man” learned of their rags-to-riches story thanks to the touring show of “Jersey Boys” earlier in this century.

‘PICKLEBALL’

When: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 through Nov. 19

Where: Pinkerton Theatre, Venice

Tickets: $35

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying that pickleball is the latest fitness sensation. Even if you don’t want to play, you can find out what the hubbub is all about when Jeff Daniels’ zany comedy comes to the Pinkerton Theater this fall. That’s where the Venice Theatre has been calling home since Hurricane Ian.

The Sarasota Orchestra’s 75th anniversary season includes Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3. Known as “Eroica,” it is considered to be one of the most important compositions ever written. Originally inspired by Napoleon Bonaparte, Beethoven ultimately paid tribute to the ideal of the hero, not an individual.

Tessa Lark

BEETHOVEN’S ‘EROICA’

When: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3-4, 2:30 p.m. Nov. 5

Where: Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets: $39-$105

Info: SarasotaOrchestra.org

The Sarasota Orchestra’s program also includes J. Strauss Jr.’s Overture to “Fledermaus” and Michael Torke’s “Sky” Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, featuring Tessa Lark.

BLACK TIE PICKS

FLIP FLOPS & FASHION

Benefiting:

Children First

When: 11 a.m. Nov. 1

Where:

Sharky’s on the Pier

Tickets: $175 Info: ChildrenFirst.net

Like to kick back with an afternoon of drinks, shopping and fashion with your toes in the sand? Who doesn’t? Take in the aquamarine water of Venice and the sound of waves lapping a few feet away while enjoying a fun runway show of the latest styles and some beachfront bliss.

SUNCOAST FOOD & WINE FEST

Benefiting: Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch

When: 1 p.m. Nov. 11

Where: Premier Sports Campus

Tickets: $95

Info: SuncoastFoodandWineFest.com

This afternoon of wine tasting paired with sampling local restaurants’ best light bites has become one of the most popular events of the fall. Travel from tent to tent to taste the best food our area has to offer — from sparkling wine starters to decadent desserts — and tip a glass to a good cause.

WHITE HOT FETE WITH LA DAME BLANCHE

Benefiting: The Ringling

When: 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 20

Where: The Ringling courtyard

Tickets: $125 VIP Info: Ringling.org

CANDANCE MONSTERS BALL

Benefiting: CAN Community Health

When: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 28

Where: Circus Arts Conservatory

Tickets: $200

Info: CANCommunityHealth.org

Get loose and get ready to party at one of the most entertaining events of the year: CanDance. This year’s Monsters Ball theme is just in time for Halloween and is bound to have a few surprises in store. Although the format of the event has changed, one thing we know: CAN knows how to throw a party, and you won’t want to miss it.

This year, The Ringling is putting a new twist on its season kickoff party. Get out your best all-white outfit and comfy shoes to prepare for a hot night of music and dancing. La Dame Blanche will inspire you to get moving with her unique upbeat sound and DJ Moses Belancher will keep you sweating into the night spinning some sweet techno beats.

ART BASH: INDUSTRIAL WONDERLAND

Benefiting: Sarasota Art Museum

When: 6 p.m. Dec. 9

Where: Sarasota Art Museum

Tickets: $500 Info: 309-4321

One of the newest events of the season returns with the Sarasota Art Museum’s Art Bash. Last year’s inaugural event proved to be a different and delightful night full of art celebration. This year’s event, with the theme Industrial Wonderland, will no doubt do the same.

OCTOBER

THURSDAY

OCT. 5

‘Reefer Madness’

Venice Theatre

2 p.m. at Pinkerton Theatre

Runs through Oct. 8

Tickets $37

Visit VeniceTheatre.org.

Art In Common Places

Opening Reception

Creative Liberties

5 p.m. at 927 N. Lime Ave.

Free

Visit CreativeLiberties.net.

‘Up on the Roof’

Florida Studio Theatre

6 p.m. at FST’s Court Cabaret

Runs through Feb. 4

Tickets $18-$39

Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

Hermitage Sunsets

@ Selby Gardens

Playwriting Workshop

featuring Hermitage Fellow Halley Feiffer

6 p.m. at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Free with $5 registration fee

Visit HermitageArtistRetreat.org.

Ken Miller

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre

Runs through Oct. 8

Tickets $25

Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

‘Ruthless!’

The Players Centre

7:30 p.m. at The Crossings at Siesta Key Runs through Oct. 15

Tickets $30

Visit ThePlayers.org.

Fall Festival of Music

State College of Florida

7:30 p.m. at SCF Neel

Performing Arts Center

Tickets $15

Visit SCF.edu/Neel.

FRIDAY

OCT. 6

Free Family Concert: Ferret in the Orchestra

Sarasota Orchestra

7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Free Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

SATURDAY

OCT. 7

The Velveteen Rabbit: A Toy Story

Florida Studio Theatre

10 a.m. at FST’s Keating Theatre

Runs Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 15

Tickets $5-$10

Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

Off the Wall Sunshine from Darkness and Art Center Sarasota

6 p.m. at Art Center Sarasota

Tickets $75-$200 Call 504-6717.

FST Improv Presents: Out of Bounds

Florida Studio Theatre

7:30 p.m. at FST’s Bowne’s Lab Theatre

Runs through Nov. 25

Tickets $15

Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

STILL PLAYING

‘Reefer Madness’ runs through Oct. 8 at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Ruthless’ runs through Oct. 15 at The Players Centre. See Oct. 5 listing.

The Cuban Project: ‘Mi Historia, Tú Historia, y Nuestra Historia’

Sarasota Contemporary Dance

8 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Tickets $38

Visit SarasotaContemporaryDance.org.

Reefer Madness takes place Oct. 5-8 at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice.

Presenting world-renowned orchestras, chamber ensembles and acclaimed soloists

2023-24 SEASON SINGLE TICKETS ON SALE NOW

CANADIAN BRASS HOLIDAY CONCERT

Dec 4, 2023 | Sarasota Opera House

Holiday favorites, from Carol of the Bells, to A Charlie Brown Christmas, swinging Glenn Miller tunes, and more.

SOFIA PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA with VIOLINIST LIYA PETROVA

Nayden Todorov, conductor | Jan 15, 7:30 pm | Van Wezel

Beethoven’s beloved Symphony No. 7 and Brahms’ romantic Violin Concerto featuring violinist Liya Petrova.

HARLEM QUARTET

Jan 24, 7:30 pm | Riverview Performing Arts Center

The Grammy Award-winning quartet performs Mendelssohn, Britten, and jazz standards.

DETROIT SYMPHONY with CELLIST ALISA WEILERSTEIN

Jader Bignamini, conductor | Feb 19, 7:30 pm | Van Wezel

Elgar’s Cello Concerto, Michael Abels’ Emerge and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade.

ROTTERDAM PHILHARMONIC with PIANIST DANIIL TRIFONOV

Lahav Shani, conductor | March 3, 7:30 pm | Van Wezel

Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 2, Arvo Pärt’s Swansong and excerpts from Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet.

PIANIST BRUCE LIU

March 29, 7:30 pm

Riverview Performing Arts Center

International piano competition winner performs Ravel, Chopin, and Liszt.

SUNDAY

OCT. 8

Chamber Soirées: Rare Gems

Sarasota Orchestra

4 p.m. at Holley Hall

Tickets from $42

Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

Evensong & Recital featuring Soprano Grace Gustafson

5 p.m. at St. Boniface Episcopal Church

Free

Visit Bonifacechurch.org/ music.

‘Romeo and Juliet’

International School of Ballet

5 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $30-$89

Visit VanWezel.org

Sarasota Orchestra opens its Chamber Soirees with a piano quartet in “Rare Gems” Oct. 8 at Holley Hall.

MONDAY

OCT. 9

30th Anniversary Celebration

Sarasota Film Society

4 p.m. at Burns Court Cinema

Tickets $50 Visit FilmSociety.org.

‘Meet Me at the Barre’

Friends of Sarasota Ballet

5 p.m. at FSU Center for the Performing Arts

Tickets TBA

Visit SarasotaBallet.org.

TUESDAY

OCT. 10

Ilya Yakushev, piano Artist Series Concerts

7:30 p.m. at Historic Asolo Theater

Tickets $30-$50

Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.

WEDNESDAY OCT. 11

Great Escapes: New York, New York

Sarasota Orchestra

5:30 p.m. at Holley Hall

Tickets from $47 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

STILL PLAYING

‘Reefer Madness’ runs through Oct. 8 at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Ruthless’ runs through Oct. 15 at The Players Centre. See Oct. 5 listing

‘Once On This Island’ Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

7 p.m. at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

Runs through Nov. 19

Tickets $20-$50

Visit WestCoastBlackTheatre. org.

Lynne Koplitz

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre

Runs through Oct. 15

Tickets $25

Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

DINING & FOOD SPECIALTIES

DINING & FOOD SPECIALTIES

Noela Chocolate

Noela Chocolate

Starbucks

Starbucks

Tsunami Sushi & Hibachi Grill

Tsunami Sushi

& Hibachi Grill

Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market

SPECIALTY SHOPS

SPECIALTY SHOPS

California Closets

California Closets

Calvet Couture Bridal

Calvet Couture Bridal

Gulf Tile & Cabinetry

Pecky Interiors

Pecky Interiors

Stylish Living

Stylish Living

T. Georgiano’s Boutique

TWEEDS

T. Georgiano’s Boutique Violin Shop Sarasota

HEALTH & BEAUTY Club Pilates

Nuovo Salon

Paint Nail Bar

THURSDAY

OCT. 12

Community Ambassador of the Year Luncheon

Goodwill Manasota

11:30 a.m. at Michael’s On East

Tickets $125

Call 355-2721, ext. 163.

Opera Legend Maria Callas: Why She Still Matters

OLLI at Ringling College

1 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum

Tickets $15

Visit OlliRinglingCollege.org.

Write, Edit, Translate, Publish! with Hermitage

Fellow Kristen Renee Miller

The Hermitage Artist Retreat

6 p.m. at Bookstore1

Tickets free with $5 registration fee

Visit HermitageArtistRetreat. org.

Spyro Gyra in Concert

Jazz Club of Sarasota

6 p.m. at Sailor Circus Arena

Tickets $60 and up

Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

To Infinity...

Bradenton Symphony Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at SCF Neel

Performing Arts Center

Tickets $15

Visit SCF.edu/Neel.

‘The Addams Family’

Venice Theatre

7:30 p.m. at Raymond Center

Runs through Nov. 12

Tickets $37

Visit VeniceTheatre.org.

FST Improv’s Out of Bounds takes the stage Oct. 7 through Nov. 25 at FST’s Bowne’s Lab Theatre.

FRIDAY

OCT. 13

Sarasota Colony Artists and the Florida Highwaymen

OLLI at Ringling College

11 a.m. at Sarasota Art Museum

Tickets $15

Visit OlliRinglingCollege.org.

Art Talk: Visualizing Social Issues - The Art of Patricia Anderson Turner

Arts Advocates

4 p.m. at Arts Advocates Gallery

Tickets $20-$25

Visit ArtsAdvocates.org.

Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company

6 p.m. at Waterside Place Free

Visit LakewoodRanch.com/ sights-sounds

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Ruthless’ runs through Oct. 15 at The Players Centre. See Oct. 5 listing

‘Once On This Island’ runs through Nov. 19 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Oct. 11 listing.

‘The Addams Family’ runs through Nov. 12 at Raymond Center, Venice. See Oct. 12 listing.

Bored Teachers ‘We Can’t Make This Stuff Up” Comedy Tour takes place Oct. 13 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

‘Lights at Spooky Point’

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

6:30 p.m. at Historic Spanish Point, Osprey

Runs through Oct. 31

Tickets $30

Visit Selby.org.

Bored Teachers ‘We Can’t Make This Stuff Up’ Comedy Tour

7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $35-$65

Visit VanWezel.org.

‘Red’ by John Logan Tree Fort Productions

7:30 p.m. at The Crossings at Siesta Key

Tickets $40

Visit TreeFortProductions.com.

Bachtoberfest

Key Chorale

7:30 p.m. at Church of the Redeemer

Runs through Oct. 15

Tickets $15-$45

Visit KeyChorale.org.

Classic Movies: ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’

7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera

House

Tickets $12

Visit SarasotaOpera.org.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Ruthless’ runs through Oct. 15 at The Players Centre. See Oct. 5 listing

‘Once On This Island’ runs through Nov. 19 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Oct. 11 listing.

‘The Addams Family’ runs through Nov. 12 at Raymond Center, Venice. See Oct. 12 listing.

SATURDAY OCT. 14

One Voice: The Music of Barry Manilow Florida Cultural Group

2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Tickets $30-$38

Visit ManateePerformingArtsCenter.com.

SCD In-Studio Series: Natalie Elizabeth

Sarasota Contemporary Dance 3 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance

Tickets $25

Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org.

Royal Masquerade Ball

Equality Florida

7 p.m. at Sarasota Municipal Auditorium

Tickets $95 Call 780-0907.

MONDAY OCT. 16

Legacy Society Luncheon Circus Arts Conservatory Noon at Sailor Circus Arena Invite only

Visit CircusArts.org.

Monday Night Jazz with James Suggs

Jazz Club of Sarasota

7:30 p.m. at John C. Court Cabaret

Tickets $34-$39

Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

Intimate musical experiences. Season 28 | Stars Ascending

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota offers a diverse range of 26 concerts featuring emerging and accomplished classical, chamber, jazz, and pop artists from around the globe.

Full concert schedule/tickets: ArtistSeriesConcerts.org

Joseph Parrish, bass-baritone

October 18, 5:30 pm performance followed by dinner

Plantation Golf & Country Club

Winner of the 2022 Young Concert Artists

Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, Parrish will sing traditional spirituals, opera arias, and music from the Broadway stage, accompanied by Joseph Holt on piano.

IMAGINE

For more than 40 years, the Community Foundation of Sarasota County has been key to unlocking possibilities for all who call our area home.

As your partner in charitable giving, we are helping solve problems for long-term, generational change and building a community where everyone thrives.

Each one of us has the potential to impact a person, a cause, our community.

How will you Be The One?

WEDNESDAY OCT. 18

Electric Bass-ics with Paul Gormley

OLLI at Ringling College

3 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum

Tickets $15

Visit OlliRinglingCollege.org.

Dinner concert: Joseph Parrish, bass-baritone Artist Series Concerts

5:30 p.m. at Plantation Golf & Country Club

Tickets $78

Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.

THURSDAY OCT. 19

‘Nature’s Voice,’ with Hermitage Fellows Diane Cook and Carmina Escobar

The Hermitage Artist Retreat

6 p.m. at Bay Preserve, Osprey Free with $5 registration

Visit HermitageArtistRetreat. org.

‘The Sound Inside’ Urbanite Theatre

7:30 p.m. at Urbanite Theatre Runs through Dec. 3

Tickets $5-$42

Visit UrbaniteTheatre.com.

’The Rocky Horror Show’ Florida Cultural Group

7:30 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Runs through Oct. 31

Tickets $27-$50

Visit ManateePerformingArtsCenter.com.

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FRIDAY OCT. 20

Gaze & Graze: A Progressive Dinner Event Creative Liberties

6 p.m. at Creative Liberties

Tickets $125

Visit CreativeLiberties.net.

Autumn Harvest Dinner

All Faiths Food Bank

6:30 p.m. at All Faiths Food Bank

Sponsorships: $1,500 and up Call 549-8131.

Winter Flowers

The Players Centre

7:30 p.m. at The Players Studio

Runs through Oct. 29

Tickets $27

Visit ThePlayers.org.

Progression in Rep

The Sarasota Ballet

7:30 p.m. at FSU Center for the Performing Arts

Runs through Oct. 22

Tickets $40-$125 Visit SarasotaBallet.org.

The Ringling

7:30 p.m. in The Ringling courtyard

Tickets $35; VIP $125 Visit Ringling.org.

8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $55-$110 Visit VanWezel.org.

through Dec. 3 at the Urbanite

SATURDAY

OCT. 21

Rock The Roof

Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation

6 p.m. at Sarasota Memorial’s west parking garage

Tickets $175 Call 374-9700.

Discoveries: London Calling Sarasota Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

Tickets from $35 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

SUNDAY OCT. 22

Sound Flavor Brunch

EnsembleNewSRQ

11 a.m. at the Founders Club

Tickets $125 Visit Ensrq.org.

Chorus of the Keys in Concert

Pine Shores Presbyterian Church

5 p.m. at 6116 Crestwood Ave. Free Visit PineShoresPres.org.

MONDAY OCT. 23

‘Beyond the Veil’

EnsembleNewSRQ

7:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church

Tickets $25 Visit Ensrq.org.

TUESDAY OCT. 24

Love Lunch Visible Men Academy

11:30 a.m. at Michael’s On East

Tickets $125 Call 758-7588.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Once On This Island’ runs through Nov. 19 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Oct. 11 listing.

‘The Rocky Horror Show’ runs through Oct. 31 at Manatee Performing Arts Center. See Oct. 19 listing.

‘The Sound Inside’ runs through Dec. 3 at Urbanite Theatre. See Oct. 19 listing.

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While most of us are eagerly anticipating the joys of the coming holiday season – gatherings with family and friends, delicious meals, and gift exchanges – for too many of our neighbors, there is the likelihood that, instead of lavish feasts, they will be facing empty plates.

ALL FAITHS FOOD BANK

“ThankFULL” Tummies

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TURNING EMPTY PLATES INTO THANKFULL TUMMIES AND HEARTS

The challenges of the past few years – the pandemic, soaring costs of living, Hurricane Ian – have pushed those who were already struggling further into poverty as well as caused new individuals and families to experience hunger.

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But this holiday season, you can help All Faiths Food Bank turn empty plates into ThankFULL tummies and hearts.

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While most of us are eagerly anticipating the joys of the coming holiday season – gatherings with family and friends, delicious meals, and gift exchanges – for too many of our neighbors, there is the likelihood that, instead of lavish feasts, they will be facing empty plates. The challenges of the past few years – the pandemic, soaring costs of living, Hurricane Ian – have pushed those who were already struggling further into poverty as well as caused new individuals and families to experience hunger.

WEDNESDAY

OCT. 25

But this holiday season, you can help All Faiths Food Bank turn empty plates into ThankFULL tummies and hearts.

With a gift to All Faiths Food Bank’s ThankFULL campaign, you will make it possible for our neighbors to enjoy a festive holiday celebration, complete with a healthy, delicious meal. This year, our goal is to distribute more than 13,000 turkeys and sides, and a total of 3.6 million meals during the holiday season.

Thnks

Charting the Lost Continent Sarasota Jewish Theatre

7:30 p.m. at The Players Centre

‘The Drowsy Chaperone’ Florida Cultural Group

7:30 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Runs through Nov. 5

Tickets $30-$38

But we simply can’t do it without you.

With a gift to All Faiths Food Bank’s ThankFULL campaign, you will make it possible for our neighbors to enjoy a festive holiday celebration, complete with a healthy, delicious meal. This year, our goal is to distribute more than 13,000 turkeys and sides, and a total of 3.6 million meals during the holiday season

But we simply can’t do it without you.

Let’s come together to show we ALL have a reason to be “ThankFULL” this holiday. Please consider making a gift to the ThankFULL campaign today.

Let’s come together to show we ALL have a reason to be “ThankFULL” this holiday. Please consider making a gift to the ThankFULL Tummies campaign today.

Visit allfaithsfoodbank.org or call 941.379.6333 to learn more.

Visit allfaithsfoodbank.org or call 941.379.6333 to learn more.

Thnks Give

Runs through Oct. 26

Tickets $18

Visit SarasotaJewishTheatre. com.

THURSDAY OCT. 26

‘The Legend of Sleepy Hollow’ + Fall Festival

The Players Centre

6 p.m. at The Sarasota Polo Club

Runs through Oct. 28

Tickets $15-$65

Visit ThePlayers.org.

Andrew Dice Clay

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre

Runs through Oct. 27

Tickets $123

Visit McCurdysComedy.com

Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.

FRIDAY OCT. 27

Jazz at Two - Kevin Celebi Jazz Club of Sarasota

2 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota

Tickets $15-$20

Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

‘Siddhartha: A Hermitage Collaboration of Words and Music’

The Hermitage Artist Retreat

6 p.m. at Hermitage Beach on Manasota Key

Free with $5 registration fee

Visit HermitageArtistRetreat. org.

costs increase, more help is needed.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Once On This Island’ runs through Nov. 19 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Oct. 11 listing.

‘The Rocky Horror Show’ runs through Oct. 31 at Manatee Performing Arts Center. See Oct. 19 listing.

‘The Sound Inside’ runs through Dec. 3 at Urbanite Theatre. See Oct. 19 listing.

“Pickleball” runs Oct. 27 through Nov. 19 at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice.

‘Dracula’

The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School

7 p.m. at Sarasota Cuban Ballet School Auditorium

Runs through Oct. 29

Tickets $35

Visit SrqCubanBallet.org.

Star Wars: A New Hope

Sarasota Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets from $49

Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

‘Pickleball’

Venice Theatre

7:30 p.m. at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice

Runs through Nov. 19

Tickets $15-$35

Visit VeniceTheatre.org.

Classic Movies: ‘The Addams Family’

7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera

House

Tickets $12

Visit SarasotaOpera.org.

SATURDAY

OCT. 28

Taste of New Orleans

Truly Valued

5:30 p.m. at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Tickets $85 Call 465-6749.

Oceanic Evening

Mote Marine and Laboratory

6 p.m. at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

Tickets $350 Call 388-4441.

CANDance Monsters Ball

CAN Community Health

6:30 p.m. at Circus Arts

Conservatory

Tickets $200

Visit CanCommunityHealth. org.

CAN Community Health hosts CANDance Monsters Ball Oct. 28 at Circus Arts Conservatory.

FST Improv Presents ‘We’re Doomed’

Florida Studio Theatre

7:30 p.m. at FST’s Bowne’s Lab

Theatre

Tickets $15

Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

TUESDAY

OCT. 31

Masterworks 1 Dinner featuring David Alan Miller Sarasota Orchestra

6 p.m. at Sage Restaurant

Tickets $200 Call 487-2737.

BlackTie Gala

Join Us for An Elegant Evening

Benefiting:

Friday, November 3, 2023

6 PM - 10 PM

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

• Cocktail Reception

• Live Band

• Gourmet 3-Course Dinner

• Curated Live & Silent Auction Packages

www.SPARCC.Net

Presenting Sponsor/The Rose

Lawrence P. Castellani Family Foundation

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NOVEMBER

WEDNESDAY NOV. 1

Flip Flops & Fashion

Children First

11 a.m. at Sharky’s on the Pier, Venice

Tickets $175

Visit ChildrenFirst.net.

Annual Scholarship

Luncheon State College of Florida Foundation

11:30 a.m. at Michael’s On East

Tickets $100 Call 752-5316.

Carl Rimi

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre

Runs through Nov. 5

Tickets $25

Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

Celtic Thunder Odyssey

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Tickets $55-$95

Visit VanWezel.org.

THURSDAY NOV. 2

Luncheon Concert: The Chopin Project

Artist Series Concerts

11 a.m. at Sarasota Yacht Club

Tickets $68

Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.

Soiree on the Bay, Clambake

New College of Florida

6 p.m. at New College bayfront

Tickets $500 and up Call 487-4800.

In-Studio Series: SCDE Fall Performance

7 p.m. at Sarasota Contemporary Dance

Runs through Nov. 4

Tickets $25

Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org.

‘Later Life’

The Island Players

7:30 p.m. at Anna Maria Island Players Theater

Runs through Nov. 12

Tickets $28

Visit TheIslandPlayers.org.

Israel Fernandez and Diego

del Marao

7:30 p.m. at Historic Asolo

Theater

Tickets $30-$40

Visit Ringling.org.

FRIDAY NOV. 3

MOD Weekend 10th Anniversary Architecture Sarasota Runs through Nov. 5

Pass to all events $400 Visit ArchitectureSarasota.org.

‘Baseball Fiction: The Cactus League in Grapefruit Country’

The Hermitage Artist Retreat

6 p.m. at Hermitage Beach on Manasota Key Free with $5 registration fee Visit HermitageArtistRetreat. org.

SPARCCle in the Garden SPARCC

6 p.m. at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Tickets $400 Visit Sparcc.net/events.

‘Peter and the Star Catcher’ The Players Centre 7 p.m. at The Crossings at

Siesta Key Runs through Nov. 5 Tickets $20 Visit ThePlayers.org.

Chuck Seipp, Trumpet & Randall Sheets, Organ/Piano in Concert

7:30 p.m. at St. Boniface

Episcopal Church

Tickets $20 online, $25 at door Visit BonifaceChurch.org/ music.

Masterworks: Beethoven’s ‘Eroica’

Sarasota Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets from $39 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

The Gondoliers SCF Music Theatre Ensemble

7:30 p.m. at SCF Neel

Performing Arts Center

Tickets $15

Runs through Nov. 5 Visit SCF.edu/Neel.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Once On This Island’ runs through Nov. 19 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Oct. 11 listing.

‘The Sound Inside’ runs through Dec. 3 at Urbanite Theatre. See Oct. 19 listing.

‘Pickleball’ runs through Nov. 19 at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice. See Oct. 27 listing.

SATURDAY NOV. 4

‘The Little Sweep’

5 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

Runs through Nov. 5

Tickets $15-$50 Visit SarasotaOpera.org.

Rockin’ Lobster Children First

6 p.m. at Sharkey’s on the Pier

Tickets $250 Visit ChildrenFirst.net.

Bash at the Bishop: A Celestial Affair

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, Bradenton

6 p.m. at The Bishop

Tickets $350 Call 764-4131.

Lo Preciso by Rafael Ramírez

7:30 p.m. at Historic Asolo Theater

Runs through Nov. 5

Tickets $30-$40 Visit Ringling.org.

Masterworks: Beethoven’s ‘Eroica’

Sarasota Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets from $39 SarasotaOrchestra.org.

SUNDAY NOV. 5

Brunch on the Bay University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee

11:30 a.m. at USF SarasotaManatee Campus

Tickets $225 Call 359-4603.

‘The Homeland of My Body’ with Poet Richard Blanco Bookstore1

2 p.m. at Bookstore1

Tickets $26 Visit SarasotaBooks.com.

Masterworks: Beethoven’s ‘Eroica’

Sarasota Orchestra

2:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets from $39 SarasotaOrchestra.org.

Bless Our Veterans

Suncoast Concert Band

3 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church

Tickets $5

Visit SuncoastConcertBand.org.

Farm to Table

Resilient Retreat

4 p.m. at Resilient Retreat

Tickets $350; Call 343-0039.

Curtain Raiser

Sarasota Opera

6 p.m. at Marie Selby Gardens

Tickets $215

Visit SarasotaOpera.org.

Join us for EXCITING INTERNATIONAL EQUESTRIAN COMPETITION

Watch Olympic riders and horses from all over the world compete for top prizes! Enjoy boutique shopping, local gourmet food trucks, VIP experiences, and family events at TerraNova Equestrian Center in Myakka City, located just outside of Lakewood Ranch.

2023-2024 Calendar of Events

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SATURDAY 11/18

SATURDAY 1/6

SATURDAY 1/13

SATURDAY 1/27

SATURDAY 2/17

SATURDAY 2/24

SATURDAY 3/16

SATURDAY 3/23

SATURDAY 3/30

SATURDAY

Monday

WEDNESDAY NOV. 8

Joy McIntyre Lecture: ‘The Lure of Power and Gold’ Sarasota Music Archive 10:30 a.m. at Selby Library Free with reservation

Flip Schultz 7

at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre Runs through Nov. 12

Tickets $25 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

John Waite: 40 Years of Missing You

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $35-$85 Visit VanWezel.org.

SEASON

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Once On This Island’ runs through Nov. 19 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Oct. 11 listing.

‘The Sound Inside’ runs through Dec. 3 at Urbanite Theatre. See Oct. 19 listing.

‘Pickleball’ runs through Nov. 19 at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice. See Oct. 27 listing.

THURSDAY NOV. 9

Flower Talk Founders Garden Club

11:30 a.m. at Sarasota Yacht Club

Tickets TBA Visit FoundersGCSarasota.org.

Night of Hope & Healing

The Child Protection Center

6 p.m. at Plantation Golf & Country Club

Tickets $100; Call 365-1277.

Light the Path Selah Freedom

6 p.m. at Embassy Suites

Tickets $150 Visit SelahFreedom.com.

Lifetime Achievement Awards Dinner

Argus Foundation

6 p.m. at Hyatt Regency

Tickets $275 Visit ArgusFoundation.org/ events.

New Beginnings SCF Symphonic Band

7:30 p.m. at SCF Neel Performing Arts Center

Tickets $15 Visit SCF.edu/Neel.

Bruce Hornsby: Spirit Trail

25th Anniversary Tour

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $42-$82 Visit VanWezel.org.

FRIDAY NOV. 10

Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Festival

Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce

9 a.m. at Siesta Key Beach

Runs through Nov. 13

Ticket prices vary Visit SiestaKeyCrystalClassic. com.

Jazz at Two with Robbie Rose Jazz Club of Sarasota

2 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Sarasota

Tickets $15-$20 Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

Art

4 p.m. at Arts Advocates Gallery

Tickets $20-$25

Visit ArtsAdvocates.org.

The Music of Giacomo Puccini

7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

Runs through Nov. 12

Tickets $37-$101

Visit SarasotaOpera.org

‘Pass Over’

The Players Centre

7:30 p.m. at The Players Studio Runs through Nov. 19

Tickets $27

Visit ThePlayers.org.

Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock and Roll Part VI

8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $27-$85

Visit VanWezel.org

Window

SATURDAY

NOV. 11

‘White House by the Sea’ with author Kate Storey Bookstore1Sarasota

11 a.m. at Bookstore1Sarasota

Tickets $7 Visit SarasotaBooks.com.

The Artful Lobster: An Outdoor Celebration!

The Hermitage Artist Retreat

11 a.m. at Historic Hermitage Campus, Manasota Key Tickets $1,250 and up Call 475-2098, ext. 2.

Suncoast Food & Wine Fest

Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch

1 p.m. at Premier Sports Campus

Tickets $95

Visit SuncoastFoodAndWine Fest.com.

Symphony on the Sand 2023

4:30 p.m. at Coquina Gulfside Beach, Bradenton Beach, Anna Maria Island

Tickets $30-$250

Visit Amicco.org.

Friends FULL of Giving

All Faiths Food Bank

5:30 p.m. at home on Casey Key Sponsorships start at $1,500 Call 549-8131.

WBTT’s Fall Gala: Soul Train II

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

6 p.m. at Sailor Circus Arena

Tickets $300

Visit WestCoastBlackTheatre. org.

William Shatner: The Wrath of Khan

7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $52.53-$116.73

Visit VanWezel.org,

Peace of Woodstock

Florida Cultural Group

8 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Tickets $30-$38

Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.

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SUNDAY NOV. 12

Sarasota Orchestra Brunch

10:30 a.m. at Michael’s On East Tickets $200 Call 487-2737.

Capitol Fools Venice Theatre

2 p.m. at Venice Performing Arts Center

Runs through Nov. 12 Tickets $60 Visit VeniceTheatre.org.

Evensong & Recital featuring Mia Freeman, Soprano

5 p.m. at St. Boniface Episcopal Church Free Visit BonifaceChurch.org/ music.

MONDAY NOV. 13

Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage Arts Advocates

1:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $15 Visit ArtsAdvocates.org.

Keep the Dream Alive Aviva

5:30 p.m. at Michael’s On East

Tickets $250 Call 357-1609.

Gran Pas de Deux, Classical Guitar and Violin Dui Guitar Sarasota

7:30 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church

Free Visit GuitarSarasota.org.

The Sarasota Ballet Studio Company

Friday, October 13th @ 6PM

Asolo Repertory Theatre

Friday, November 17th @ 6PM

The Out-of-Door Academy

Sunday, December 17th @ 6 PM

The stage is set

Every month at Lakewood Ranch, we celebrate the best local visual, musical, and performing arts the Sarasota region offers. Sights + Sounds, our newest signature event, will showcase theater, orchestra, acapella performances, art shows, and more!

Join us at our next event. Come for the show then stay for dinner and a drink at Waterside Place town center.

Check out all of the events happening around The Ranch!

Cosmetics, Implants and Bite

Smile Makeovers and Veneers

Before After Before After

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On-Site Laboratory with Master Technicians to Customize and Control Results

Actual Patients Orthodontics

Implant Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry

Burr Bakke, DDS

• Fellow of the American Dental Implant Association

• Fellow of International Congress of Oral Implantologists

• Fellow of the American Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics

• Member of American Academy of Implant Dentistry

• Post Doctoral Instructor of Full Mouth Reconstruction

Jill Morris, DMD

• Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (only 550 accredited dentists worldwide)

• Fellow of the American Academy of Dental Facial Esthetics

• Post Doctoral Instructor of Full Mouth Reconstruction

• Member International Academy of Oral Biological Dentistry and Toxicology

• Practicing dentistry for 33 years

Cameron Johnson, DMD

• Member of North American Association of Facial Orthotropics

• Member of the American Orthodontic Society

• Member of the International Association of Orthodontics

• Member of American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

• International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Once On This Island’ runs through Nov. 19 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Oct. 11 listing.

‘Pickleball’ runs through Nov. 19 at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice. See Oct. 27 listing.

‘The Sound Inside’ runs through Dec. 3 at Urbanite Theatre. See Oct. 19 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

WEDNESDAY NOV. 15

Joy McIntyre Lecture: ‘The Case of Die Walküre — The Price of Love’ Sarasota Music Archive

East Tickets $75 Call 228-9144.

‘Hermitage Cross Arts Collaborative: Theater and Dance’

The Hermitage Artist Retreat 5 p.m. at The Bay Park in downtown Sarasota Free with $5 registration fee Visit HermitageArtistRetreat. org.

Twinkle Ball

All Star Children’s Foundation

6 p.m. at Michael’s On East Tickets $300 Call 259-3706.

10:30 a.m. at Selby Library Free with reservation Visit SarasotaMusicArchive. org.

Wit and Wisdom of Aging Luncheon

Pines of Sarasota Foundation

11:30 a.m. at Michael’s On East Tickets $125 Call 955-6293.

Tobias Quartet at the Sarasota Art Museum

Perlman Music Program

Suncoast

7 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum Thomas McGuire Hall

Tickets $20

Visit PerlmanMusicProgram Suncoast.org.

Sun, Nov 12, 3:00 pm Mon, Nov 13, 7:30 pm

Riverview Performing Arts Center SCF Neel Performing Arts Center

‘Crazy for You’ Asolo Repertory Theatre

8 p.m. at Asolo Repertory Theatre

Runs through Jan. 4

Tickets $35-$98

Visit AsoloRep.org.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ Florida Studio Theatre

8 p.m. at FST’s Gompertz Theatre

Runs through Jan. 7

Tickets $29-$49

Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

THURSDAY

NOV. 16

Congo Jazz Band by Les Francophonies

11 a.m. at Historic Asolo Theater

Runs through Nov. 18

Tickets $30-$40 Visit Ringling.org

Sunset Serenade

Artist Series Concerts

5:30 p.m. at Marie Selby

Botanical Gardens

Tickets $40

Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.

AJC’s National Legacy of Leadership Award Dinner honoring Larry Thompson

American Jewish Committee of West Coast of Florida

6 p.m. at Michael’s On East

Sponsorships start at $1,500 Call 365-4955.

Jazz at the Movies

SCF Jazz Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at SCF Neel

Performing Arts Center

Tickets $15

Visit SCF.edu/Neel.

Congo Jazz Band by Les Francophonies performs Nov. 16-18 at Historic Asolo Theater.

Sun, Dec 10, 3:00 pm

Riverview Performing Arts Center

Mon, Dec 11, 7:30pm SCF Neel Performing Arts Center

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FRIDAY

NOV. 17

Wine, Women & Shoes Signature Luncheon

Forty Carrots Family Center

10 a.m. at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

Tickets $1,000 Call 365-7716.

Fresh Perspective Lunch

Sarasota Art Museum

11:30 a.m. at Sarasota Art Museum

Tickets $125 Call 309-4321.

Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: Asolo Repertory Theatre

6 p.m. at Waterside Place, Lakewood Ranch

Free Visit Lakewoodranch.com/ sights-sounds.

Anthony Rhodia

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre Runs through Nov. 18

Tickets $42

Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

A Symphony Fantastic!

The Venice Symphony

7:30 p.m. at Venice Performing Arts Center Runs through Nov. 18

Tickets $38-$70

Visit TheVeniceSymphony.org.

‘Conflicted Beauty’

The Sarasota Ballet

7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House Runs through Nov. 18

Tickets $35-$125

Visit SarasotaBallet.org.

‘Straight No Chaser –Sleighin’ It Tour’

8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $32-$78

Visit VanWezel.org.

SATURDAY NOV. 18

Sarasota Fine Art Show Hot Works Sarasota Fine Art Show

10 a.m. at Phillippi Estate Park

Runs through Nov. 19 Free admission; $5 parking Visit ArtsAndEducationInc.org.

The Elvis Presley Experience Florida Cultural Group

2 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Tickets $30-$50 Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.

‘Caesar!’ - A Rock and Roll Oratorio Artist Series Concerts

4 p.m. at Church of the Palms

Tickets $40-$60

Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.

Champions for Children

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties

6 p.m. at Lee Witherington Boys & Girls Club

Tickets $400

Call 366-3911.

Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons

8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $122-$147 Visit VanWezel.org.

Elvis-That’s the Way It Is Florida Cultural Group

8 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Tickets $30-$55 Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.

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SUNDAY NOV. 19

‘They’re in the Library’ Suncoast Concert Band

3 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church

Tickets $5

Visit SuncoastConcertBand.org.

Chamber Soirées: A Soldier’s Tale

Sarasota Orchestra

4 p.m. at Holley Hall

Tickets from $42 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

Quartet NOVO, string quartet in concert

Pine Shores Presbyterian Church

5 p.m. at 6116 Crestwood Ave. Free Visit PineShoresPres.org.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

$70-$95

Visit VanWezel.org.

MONDAY NOV. 20

Monday Night Jazz at the Cabaret

Jazz Club of Sarasota

7:30 p.m. at John C. Court Cabaret

Tickets $34-$39

Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

Ligeti 100 EnsembleNewSRQ

7:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church

Tickets $25 Visit Ensrq.org.

TUESDAY NOV. 21

Sarasota Pride Festival

LBGTQ+ A Lot More Project Pride

Noon at Rosemary District

Tickets free Visit Psrq.org.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Once On This Island’ runs through Nov. 19 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Oct. 11 listing.

‘Pickleball’ runs through Nov. 19 at Pinkerton Theatre, Venice. See Oct. 27 listing.

‘Crazy for You’ runs through Jan. 4 at Asolo Repertory Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

FRIDAY NOV. 24

Lord of the Dance – Michael Flatley

8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $45-$90

Visit VanWezel.org.

SATURDAY NOV. 25

‘Deck the Halls’ Florida Studio Theatre

10 a.m. at FST’s Keating Theatre

Runs through Dec. 10

Tickets $5-$10

Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

Atomic Holiday Bazaar

Noon at Robarts Arena at the Sarasota Fairgrounds Runs through Nov. 26

Tickets $6 Adults /12 & Under Free

Visit AtomicHolidayBazaar. com.

Light Up the Village Holiday Parade

Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce

5 p.m. at Siesta Key Village Free

Visit SiestaKeyChamber.com.

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac

8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $35-$75

Visit VanWezel.org.

SUNDAY NOV. 26

Wintertide

Key Chorale

4 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

Tickets $20-$55

Visit KeyChorale.org.

Johnny Cash: The Official Concert Experience

7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $35-$85

Visit VanWezel.org.

MONDAY NOV. 27

SCF Fall Piano Recital SCF Music

7 p.m. at SCF Recital Hall

Tickets $15

Visit SCF.edu/Neel.

‘Pretty Woman: The Musical’

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Runs through Nov. 28

Tickets $45-$105

Visit VanWezel.org.

TUESDAY NOV. 28

Joyful! Joyful!

Westcoast Black Theatre

Troupe

7:30 p.m. at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

Runs through Dec. 30

Tickets $20-$50 Visit WestCoastBlackTheatre. org.

WEDNESDAY NOV. 29

Joy McIntyre Lecture: The Price of Love

Sarasota Music Archive

10:30 a.m. at Selby Library

Tickets free with reservation

Visit SarasotaMusicArchive.org.

Masterworks 2 Dinner

Featuring Johannes Debus Sarasota Orchestra

6 p.m. at Art Ovation Hotel

Tickets $200 Call 487-2737.

‘Take it to the Limit’ Florida Studio Theatre

6 p.m. at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret

Runs through April 7

Tickets $18-$39 Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

Carmen Cirillo

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre

Runs through Dec. 3

Tickets $25 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Crazy for You’ runs through Jan. 4 at Asolo Repertory Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Deck the Halls’ runs through Dec. 10 at FST’s Keating Theatre. See Nov. 25 listing.

‘Joyful! Joyful!’ runs through Dec. 30 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Nov. 28 listing.

‘A Tuna Christmas’

The Players Centre

7:30 p.m. at The Crossings at Siesta Key Runs through Dec. 17

Tickets $30

Visit ThePlayers.org.

Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $40-$85

Visit Vanwezel.org.

THURSDAY NOV. 30

Sang Yoon Kim, clarinet and Christine Kim, oboe Artist Series Concerts

11 a.m. at Sarasota Yacht Club

Tickets $68

Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.

SCD + WBTT

Sarasota Contemporary Dance

7 p.m. at Cook Theater at FSU Center for Performing Arts

Runs through Dec. 3

Tickets $20-$55

Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org.

‘She Loves Me’ Florida Cultural Group

7:30 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center Runs through Dec. 10

Tickets $30-$40

Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.

Merry and Bright

SCF Choirs, Guitar Ensemble and Bradenton Symphony Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at SCF Neel Performing Arts Center

Tickets $15 Visit SCF.edu/Neel.

Joe Bonamassa in Concert

8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets from $164 Visit VanWezel.org.

DECEMB ER

FRIDAY DEC. 1

Jazz at Two — Eddie Tobin Jazz Club of Sarasota

2 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church

Tickets $15-$20

Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

Winter Gala: A Luminous Tide

The Florida Center for Early Childhood

6:30 p.m. at Michael’s On East

Tickets $250

Call 941-371-8820, ext. 1031.

‘A Christmas Carol’

Venice Theatre

7:30 p.m. at Raymond Center

Runs through Dec. 20

Tickets $26 Visit VeniceTheatre.org.

‘The Nutcracker’ The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School

7 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

Tickets $30-$50 Visit SrqCubanBallet.org.

SATURDAY DEC. 2

Wintergreen Weekend Ring Sarasota

11 a.m. at Historic Spanish Point

Tickets $18 Visit RingSarasota.org.

Merry Macabre Market

5 p.m. at Creative Liberties

Tickets $20

Visit CreativLliberties.net.

Masterworks: The Scottish Sarasota Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Through Dec. 3

Tickets $39 and up Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

FST Improv Presents

‘To Die For’

Florida Studio Theatre

7:30 p.m. at FST’s Bowne’s Lab Theatre

Runs through Dec. 23

Tickets $15 Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

‘Bowls of Hope’

All Faiths Food Bank

11 a.m. at Ed Smith Stadium

Tickets $35

Visit AllFaithsFoodBank.org.

Feast Upon the Fields Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast

12:30 p.m. at Myakka Headwaters Preserve

Tickets $200 Call 918-2100.

By Request

Suncoast Concert Band

3 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church

Tickets $5

Visit SuncoastConcertBand.org.

Advent Lessons and Carols Church of the Redeemer

5:15 p.m. at Church of the Redeemer Free Visit RedeemerSarasota.org.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Crazy for You’ runs through Jan. 4 at Asolo Repertory Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Deck the Halls’ runs through Dec. 10 at FST’s Keating Theatre. See Nov. 25 listing.

‘Joyful! Joyful!’ runs through Dec. 30 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Nov. 28 listing.

‘Take It to the Limit’ runs through April 7 at FST’s

Goldstein Cabaret. See Nov. 29 listing.

“Bowls of Hope” will be full Dec. 3 at Ed Smith Stadium.

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‘A Tuna Christmas’ runs through Dec. 17 at the Players Centre. See Nov. 29 listing.

‘A Christmas Carol’ runs through Dec. 20 at Raymond Center, Venice. See Dec. 1 listing.

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MONDAY DEC. 4

Monday Night Jazz at the Cabaret Jazz Club of Sarasota

7:30 p.m. at John C. Court

Cabaret

Tickets $34-$39 Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

Canadian Brass Holiday Concert

Sarasota Concert Association

7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

Tickets $35-$85 Visit ScaSarasota.org.

Sweet Caroline Tour: A Neil Diamond Christmas

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $30-$67 Visit VanWezel.org.

Sweet Caroline Tour: A Neil Diamond Christmas takes place Dec. 4 at Van Wezel.

TUESDAY DEC. 5

Penguin Program Open House Florida Cultural Group Noon at Manatee

Performing Arts Center Free

Visit ManateePerforming ArtsCenter.com.

Florida Stories with Carl Hiaasen

Science and Environment Council

7 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $85-$185 Visit Eco-summit.org.

WEDNESDAY

DEC. 6

Dr. Robert Vodnoy Lecture: A Season of Classical Music Anniversaries

Sarasota Music Archive

10:30 a.m. at Selby Library

Free with reservation Visit SarasotaMusicArchive.org.

Great Escapes: Holiday Party

Sarasota Orchestra

5:30 p.m. at Holley Hall Runs through Dec. 10

Tickets From $47

Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

FRIDAY

DEC. 8

‘Shirley Valentine’ Venice Theatre

7:30 p.m. at Pinkerton Theater Runs through Dec. 17

Tickets $26

Visit VeniceTheatre.org.

‘The Nutcracker’

The Sarasota Ballet

7 p.m. at Venice Performing

Arts Center

Runs through Dec. 9

Tickets $30-$75

Visit SarasotaBallet.org.

Sarasota’s Boutique Gem

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Crazy for You’ runs through Jan. 4 at Asolo Repertory Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Deck the Halls’ runs through Dec. 10 at FST’s Keating Theatre. See Nov. 25 listing.

‘Joyful! Joyful!’ runs through Dec. 30 at Westcoast Black Theatre

Troupe. See Nov. 28 listing.

‘Take It to the Limit’ runs through April 7 at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret. See Nov. 29 listing.

‘A Tuna Christmas’ runs through Dec. 17 at the Players Centre. See Nov. 29 listing.

‘A Christmas Carol’ runs through Dec. 20 at Raymond Center, Venice. See Dec. 1 listing.

SATURDAY DEC. 9

Nutcracker Breakfast With Santa

The Sarasota Cuban Ballet School

10:30 a.m. at Sarasota Cuban Ballet School Auditorium

Runs through Dec. 10

Tickets $35-$45

Visit SrqCubanBallet.org.

Disney’s ‘The Aristocats’ Kids Show

Florida Cultural Group

2 p.m. at Manatee Performing Arts Center

Tickets $11.50-$20

Visit ManateePerformingArtsCenter.com.

‘The Nutcracker’

The Sarasota Ballet

3 p.m. at Venice Performing Arts Center

Tickets $30-$75

Visit SarasotaBallet.org.

Art Bash

Sarasota Art Museum

6 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum

Tickets $500 Call 309-4321.

Derek Hough –Symphony of Dance

8 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $50-$120

Visit VanWezel.org.

SUNDAY

DEC. 10

A Little Holiday Cheer

Suncoast Jazz Ambassadors

3 p.m. at Northminster

Presbyterian Church

Tickets $5

Visit SuncoastConcertBand. org.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Crazy for You’ runs through Jan. 4 at Asolo Repertory Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Deck the Halls’ runs through Dec. 10 at FST’s Keating Theatre. See Nov. 25 listing.

‘Joyful! Joyful!’ runs through Dec. 30 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Nov. 28 listing.

‘Take It to the Limit’ runs through April 7 at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret. See Nov. 29 listing.

‘A Tuna Christmas’ runs through Dec. 17 at the Players Centre. See Nov. 29 listing.

‘A Christmas Carol’ runs through Dec. 20 at Raymond Center, Venice. See Dec. 1 listing.

“The Nutcracker” takes place Dec. 8-9 at Venice Performing Arts Center.

exhale

18TH SEASON | 2023-2024

NOV 30–DEC 3

SCD + WBTT

PRODUCING SPONSORS: SHANE & MONIQUE CHALKE

JAN 18-21

EVOLVING/REVOLVING: ALYSON DOLAN & DREW SILVERMAN

MUSIC SPONSOR: BERNARD FRIEDLAND

MAR 14-17

DANCE MAKERS

PRODUCING SPONSOR: SAM ALFSTAD

MAY 2-5

VOICES – RISING CHOREOGRAPHERS

DANCE SPONSORS: THE EXCHANGE & OVERTURE GROUP

PERFORMANCES WILL BE HELD AT: COOK THEATRE AT THE FSU CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

TICKETS: CALL THE MURIEL GORDAN MAYERS BOX OFFICE 941.260.8485 OR VISIT SARASOTACONTEMPORARYDANCE.ORG

MONDAY DEC. 11

Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage Arts Advocates

1:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $15 Visit ArtsAdvocates.org.

Ben Lougheed, Classical Guitarist

Guitar Sarasota

7:30 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church

Free Visit GuitarSarasota.org.

TUESDAY DEC. 12

La Santa Cecilia in Concert John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

6 p.m. at Ca’d’Zan

Tickets $40

Visit Ringling.org.

Allman Betts Family Revival

7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $59-$80

Visit VanWezel.org.

WEDNESDAY

DEC. 13

Devin Siebold

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre

Runs through Dec. 16

Tickets $25 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

Marie Osmond: An Orchestral Christmas

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $45-$105 Visit VanWezel.org.

‘Pictures From Home’ Florida Studio Theatre

8 p.m. at FST’s Keating Theatre

Runs through Feb. 18

Tickets $25-$39

Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

THURSDAY

DEC. 14

‘The People and Places that Make Us’ The Hermitage Artist Retreat

4 p.m. at Johann Fust Community Library, Boca Grande Free with $5 registration fee Visit HermitageArtistRetreat. org.

Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $88-$178 Visit VanWezel.org.

FRIDAY

DEC. 15

Jazz at Two - SRQ Jazz Project

Jazz Club of Sarasota

2 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist

Church of Sarasota

Tickets $15-$20

Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

Sights + Sounds at Waterside Place: The Out-of-Door Academy

6 p.m. at Waterside Place, Lakewood Ranch

Free

Visit Lakewoodranch.com.

A Holiday Spectacular

The Venice Symphony

7:30 p.m. at Venice

Performing Arts Center

Runs through Dec. 16

Tickets $38-$70

Visit TheVeniceSymphony.org.

Daniel O’Donnell

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $35-$80

Visit VanWezel.org.

Moments of Meaning

The Sarasota Ballet

7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Crazy for You’ runs through Jan. 4 at Asolo Repertory Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Joyful! Joyful!’ runs through Dec. 30 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Nov. 28 listing.

‘Take It to the Limit’ runs through April 7 at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret. See Nov. 29 listing.

‘A Tuna Christmas’ runs through Dec. 17 at the Players Centre. See Nov. 29 listing.

‘A Christmas Carol’ runs through Dec. 20 at Raymond Center, Venice. See Dec. 1 listing.

Runs through Dec. 16

Tickets $35-$125

Visit SarasotaBallet.org.

SATURDAY DEC. 16

SCD In-Studio Series: Andee Scott

3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Sarasota

Contemporary Dance Tickets $25

Visit SarasotaContemporary Dance.org/in-studio.

The Illusionists: Magic of the Holidays

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $40-$95

Visit VanWezel.org.

2023/24 CIRCUS SEASON

Sailor Circus presents Candyland

Tuesday, Dec 26Sunday, Dec 31 IN THE SAILOR CIRCUS ARENA

A Holiday Spectacle of Talented Youth Performers

Windjammers

Band Concert with Sailor Circus

Sunday, Jan 14 IN THE SAILOR CIRCUS ARENA

Featuring Sailor Circus Academy students performing to the Windjammers Unlimited Band

Circus Arts Gala

Friday, Feb 2 AT NATHAN BENDERSON PARK

A Magical Evening Under the Big Top with Fine Dining and World-Class Artistry

Circus Sarasota

Friday, Feb 16 - Sunday, March 10

UNDER THE BIG TOP AT NATHAN BENDERSON PARK

Internationally Recognized Performances Featuring a Variety of Circus Talent that is Awe-Inspiring for Every Age

Cirque des Voix

Friday, March 22 & Saturday, March 23 IN THE SAILOR CIRCUS ARENA

The Circus of Voices in Collaboration with Key Chorale

WONDERBALL

April 2024

IN THE SAILOR CIRCUS ARENA

One-of-a-kind Electronic Dance Music Concert Experience and Fundraiser

See shows and support our mission. Scan code, or go to www.CircusArts.org

Santa Visits South Siesta Village Dec. 17 at Daiquiri Deck South.

SUNDAY DEC. 17

The Queen’s Six Artist Series Concerts

2 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church

Tickets $40

Visit ArtistSeriesConcerts.org.

Rhythm of the Dance Christmas Special Venice Institute for Performing Arts

3 p.m. at Venice Performing Arts Center

Tickets $36-$100 Visit VenicePerforming ArtsCenter.com.

Santa Visits South Siesta Village Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce

3 p.m. at Daiquiri Deck South Siesta Key Free Visit My.SiestaKeyChamber. com/events.

Christmas Festival

Suncoast Concert Band

3 p.m. at Northminster Presbyterian Church

Tickets $5

Visit SuncoastConcertBand. org.

‘The Nutcracker’

The Sarasota Ballet

6:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

Runs through Dec. 18

Tickets $35-$75

Visit SarasotaBallet.org.

‘Wheel of Fortune’ Live

7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $52-$72 Visit VanWezel.org.

‘Messiah’ Sing-Along Church of the Redeemer

7 p.m. at Church of the Redeemer

Tickets $25

Visit RedeemerSarasota.org.

2023 WINTER GALA

MONDAY DEC. 18

Monday Night Jazz at the Cabaret Jazz Club of Sarasota

7:30 p.m. at John C. Court

Cabaret

Tickets $34-$39 Visit JazzClubSarasota.org.

WEDNESDAY

DEC. 20

Michael Winslow

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre

Tickets $31 Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

Discoveries: Cheers to the Music of Dance Sarasota Orchestra

7:30 p.m. at Sarasota Opera House

Tickets from $35 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

Il Divo: A New Day Holiday Tour

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $69-$150 Visit VanWezel.org.

THURSDAY DEC. 21

Chamber Soirées: Beethoven and Berio

Sarasota Orchestra

5:30 p.m. at Holley Hall

Tickets from $42 Visit SarasotaOrchestra.org.

Celtic Angels Christmas

7:30 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $25-$70 Visit VanWezel.org.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Crazy for You’ runs through Jan. 4 at Asolo Repertory Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Joyful! Joyful!’ runs through Dec. 30 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Nov. 28 listing.

‘Take It to the Limit’ runs through April 7 at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret. See Nov. 29 listing.

‘A Christmas Carol’ runs through Dec. 20 at Raymond Center, Venice. See Dec. 1 listing.

SATURDAY DEC. 23

Cirque Musica: Holiday Wonderland

7 p.m. at Van Wezel

Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $40-$80

Visit VanWezel.org.

TUESDAY DEC. 26

The Sailor Circus Holiday Show

Circus Arts Conservatory

7 p.m. at The Sailor Circus

Arena

Runs through Dec. 31

Tickets $20-$40

Visit CircusArts.org.

WEDNESDAY DEC. 27

Al Romas

7 p.m. at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre

Runs through Dec. 30

Tickets $25

Visit McCurdysComedy.com.

STILL PLAYING

‘Up on the Roof’ runs through Feb. 4 at FST’s Court Cabaret. See Oct. 5 listing.

‘Crazy for You’ runs through Jan. 4 at Asolo Repertory Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’ runs through Jan. 7 at FST’s Gompertz Theatre. See Nov. 15 listing.

‘Joyful! Joyful!’ runs through Dec. 30 at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. See Nov. 28 listing.

‘Take It to the Limit’ runs through April 7 at FST’s Goldstein Cabaret. See Nov. 29 listing.

SATURDAY DEC. 30

FST Improv Presents Resolution Rewind Florida Studio Theatre

7:30 p.m. at FST’s Bowne’s Lab Theatre

Tickets $15

Visit FloridaStudioTheatre.org.

SUNDAY DEC. 31

Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert

7 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Tickets $58.15-$100.95 Visit VanWezel.org.

New Year’s Eve Gala

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

7 p.m. at Selby Gardens

Tickets TBA Visit Selby.org.

ART GALLERIES

ALEXART INTERNATIONAL ART GALLERY

25. N Pineapple Ave. 813-4651249. AlexartInternational.com.

Open 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday through Thursday; 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday.

Oct. 1-31

“Blooming by Sharon Grimes.” Opening reception 5:30-7 p.m. Oct. 1.

Nov. 1-30

“This Is Going to be Fun!” Opening reception 5:30-7 p.m. Nov. 1.

Dec. 1-Dec. 31

“Beautiful Orchids.” Opening reception 5:30-7 p.m. Dec. 1.

ALL ANGELS GALLERY

563 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key. 383-8161. AllAngelsLBK.org.

Open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to noon Sunday.

Oct. 1 through Nov. 30

“Liz Cole, One-Woman Show.”

Dec. 1 through Jan. 29

“Janice Newman, One-Woman Show.” Opening reception TBA.

ARCHITECTURE SARASOTA

265 S. Orange Ave. ArchitectureSarasota.org. Open 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

ART CENTER SARASOTA

707 N. Tamiami Trail. 365-2032. ArtSarasota.org. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

ARTCENTER MANATEE

209 Ninth St., W. Bradenton. 746-2862. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Friday and Saturday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday..

Oct. 10 through Nov. 17

“Tech, No-Logic, Mike Knapp,” “Florida Finds Open Juried Show.” Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Oct. 12.

Nov. 21 through Dec. 29

“Holiday Extravaganza.” Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Nov. 30.

ARTS ADVOCATES GALLERY

The Crossings at Siesta Key, Sarasota. 356-3088. ArtsAdvocates.org. Open 2-4 p.m. Saturdays.

Oct. 7-28

“Lynn Coppinger.” Opening reception 2-4 p.m. Oct. 7.

Oct. 7 through Dec. 30

“Sarasota Colony Artists and the Highwaymen.”

Nov. 4-25

“Veterans Exhibition.” Opening reception 2-4 p.m. Nov. 4.

Dec. 2-30

“Cecile Moran.” Opening reception 2-4 p.m. Dec. 2.

CHASEN GALLERIES

1830 S. Osprey Ave. 260-5787. ChasenGalleries.com. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday starting Nov. 6.

Oct. 3-31

“Visions by David Miller.”

Nov. 25 through Jan. 1

“Holiday Showcase = Give the Gift of Art.”

CHASEN GALLERIES AT THE MARK

99 S Pineapple Ave. 955-0155. Chasengalleries.com. Hours TBD.

Oct. 16-17

“Grand Opening.” Opening reception TBA to celebrate Chasen Galleries’ new space in The Mark.

CREATIVE LIBERTIES ARTIST STUDIOS & GALLERY

927 N. Lime Ave., 321-6553. CreativeLiberties.net. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Oct. 5-28

“Art In Common Places at Creative Liberties.” Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Oct. 5.

Oct. 28

Family Art Day 9 a.m.

Nov. 1 through Dec. 29

“Featured Artists Exhibition.” Opening Reception 5-7 p.m. Nov. 11.

Nov. 25

Family Art Day 9 a.m.

Dec. 16

Family Art Day 9 a.m.

CREATIVE LIBERTIES ARTIST STUDIOS & GALLERY

901B Apricot Ave. 321-6553. CreativeLiberties.net. Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.

Oct. 1-28

“Featured Artists Exhibition.”

Nov. 1 through Dec. 29

“Featured Artists Exhibition.”

Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Nov. 1.

CREATIVE LIBERTIES AT GAZE GALLERY, ARCOS APARTMENTS

340 Central Ave. 799-6634. CreativeLiberties.net. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

Oct. 1-28

“Artists in Residence Exhibition.”

Nov. 2 through Dec. 29

“Jim Carroll Exhibition.” Opening reception 5-7 p.m. Nov. 9.

CURRENT

75 Cocoanut Ave. 953-4418. Sallytroutinteriors.com. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Oct. 1 through Dec. 30

“Works of Local Artist Bruce Marsh.”

PALMER MODERN GALLERY

925 N. Lime Ave. CraigPalmerArt.com. Hours vary; appointments are encouraged and can be made through the website.

The gallery features the work of Craig Palmer and the artist studios of Catherine Ambruster, Jane Cohen, Mark Lewis, Gary Park and Sam Wuerfel. It is open to the public Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN ALL CAMPUS GALLERIES

2700 N. Tamiami Trail. 3597563. RinglingCollege.Gallery.

Oct. 13

“October Art Walk.” From 5-8 p.m., enjoy family-friendly exhibitions and grab a bite from food trucks.

Nov. 10

“November Art Walk.” From 5-8 p.m., enjoy family-friendly exhibitions and grab a bite from food trucks.

RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN BASCH GALLERY

2700 N. Tamiami Trail. 3597563. RinglingCollege.Gallery. Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Through Oct. 20

“Creatures, Characters and Curious Places.” Freshman Illustration students take on the challenge of 3-D design.

Nov. 6 through Dec. 8

“Here to There” featuring portraits by Tori Abramov, John Quigley and Hamid Mubariz.

RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN MADEBY GALLERY

2700 N. Tamiami Trail. 7246795. Madebygallery.com. Open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Oct. 13 through Nov. 17

“Fourteenth Annual Student Show.” Opening reception 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 21.

RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN PATRICIA THOMPSON GALLERY

2700 N. Tamiami Trail. 3597563. RinglingCollege.Gallery. Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Through Oct. 20

“Teaching and Learning: Featuring Works from the Richard and Ellen Sandor Family Collection of Photographs Donated to Ringling College of Art and Design.”

Theater... Music... Visual Art... Literature... Dance... where it all begins.

The Hermitage is the only major arts organization in Florida’s Gulf Coast region exclusively committed to supporting the development and creation of new work across all artistic disciplines.

Hermitage Fellows include 15 Pulitzer Prize Winners, Grammy, Tony, Oscar, Emmy Winners, and more!

RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN

SMITH GALLERY

2363 Old Bradenton Road. 3597563. RinglingCollege.Gallery. Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Through Oct. 20

“The Hermitage breeds something unique, and without it, I cannot tell you how much work would not happen.”

—Jeanine Tesori, Two-Time Tony Award-Winning Composer & Pulitzer Prize Finalist

GREAT ART ONLY EXISTS

BECAUSE OF GREAT ARTISTS.

“2023 Annual Summer Exhibition” unveils a diverse array of mediums, from vivid paintings and intricate sculptures to thought-provoking digital installations.

Nov. 6 through Dec. 8 “Illest of Ill: Dreamscape.”

RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN

SELBY GALLERY

2700 N. Tamiami Trail. 3597563. RinglingCollege.Gallery. Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Nov. 6 through Dec. 8

“6th Annual War Paint: Profiles of Courage” featuring portraits of veterans painted by Ringling College students and faculty.

RINGLING COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN STULBERG GALLERY

1188 MLK Way. 359-7563. RinglingCollege.Gallery. Open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Through Oct. 20

“2023 Annual Faculty Exhibition.”

Nov. 10 through March 22

To learn more about the Hermitage and upcoming programs: HermitageArtistRetreat.org

“Fluid Impressions: The Paintings of Syd Solomon” featuring works of Sarasota abstract and legacy artist Syd Solomon (1917-2004).

OCTOBER 7 - NOVEMBER 26

SELBY.ORG

SARASOTA ART MUSEUM

1001 S. Tamiami Trail. 3094300. SarasotaArtMuseum. org. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Through Oct. 29

“Reassembling Spilt Light: An Immersive Installation by Carlos Bunga.”

Through Oct. 29

“Chakaia Booker: Surface Pressure.”

Oct. 22 through Feb. 11

“Contemporary/Traditional: Selections from the Basch Glass Collection.”

Oct. 22 through Feb. 11

“Juana Valdés: Embodied Memories, Ancestral Histories.”

Nov. 19 through March 17

“Judy Pfaff.”

JOHN AND MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART & DESIGN

5401 Bay Shore Road. 3595700. Ringling.org. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

Through Oct. 15

“Lorna Bieber: Natural World.”

Through March 3

“Working Conditions: Exploring Labor through The Ringling’s Photography Collection.”

Through June 23

“Mountains of the Mind: Scholars’ Rocks from China and Beyond.”

MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENS

1534 Mound St. 366-5731. Selby.org. Open 10 to 5 p.m. daily.

SPAACES

2051 Princeton St. 374-3492. Spaaces.art. Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Saturday or by appointment.

Oct. 6-27

“Ablutions & Affirmations” by Marina Shaltout. Opening reception 6-8 p.m. Oct. 6.

Nov. 3 through Dec. 16

“Exit Music: Continuum, A Solo Exhibition by Nathan Beard.” Opening reception 6-8 p.m.

Nov. 3.

STATE OF THE ARTS GALLERY

1525 State St. 468-6914. SarasotaFineArt.com. Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.

Current “Migration.”

STUDIO ON FIFTH

1350 5th Street, #002, Sarasota 330-8091. Susancronkart. com. Open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Through Dec. 31

“Permanent works of Susan Cronk.”

VENICE GALLERY & STUDIO

237 Warfield Avenue, Venice. 486-0811. ClydeButcher.com. Open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

Through Dec. 31

“Clyde Butcher Fine Art Photography.” Book signing from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 11.

Through Dec. 31

“Daydreaming: Niki Butcher’s Hand-Painted Photography.” Book signing from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 11.

The May Group Expands

3NATIVES

3Natives - Acai & Juicery takes a healthy twist on the “fast food” mindset by serving healthy and convenient food at an affordable price. This healthy lifestyle cafe is well-known for its fresh and flavorful acai bowls, smoothies, salads, wraps, cold-pressed juices, and more! With 28 locations and growing, 3Natives is excited to welcome the newest Sarasota area location at The Landings, opening in October. If you are looking for a healthy, easy, and fast meal, this is the restaurant for you!

Open Daily

11577 E State Rd 70, Lakewood Ranch 309 N Cattlemen Rd Unit 6, Sarasota-UTC 4942 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota-The Landings 941.751.1119 | www.3Natives.com

BRICK’S SMOKED MEATS

Join us for lunch, dinner, happy hour, weekend brunch and live music Or let us bring the cue’ to you.

We are downtown’s favorite neighborhood spot! We Cater for:

Birthdays | Special Occasions | Weddings Showers | Corporate Events and so much more!

email:meghan@brickssmokedmeats.com to get started!

1528 State Street, Sarasota, FL 34236 941-993-1435 | www.brickssmokedmeats.com

CHEF ROLF’S NEW FLORIDA KITCHEN

Restaurant, Tiki Bar, Fine Dining & Ballroom

Chef Rolf offers the perfect location at the CASEY KEY RESORTS MAINLAND for your private event and holiday parties and can accommodate up to 200+ people. Enjoy all of Chef Rolf’s Amazing Dining Experiences:

• The TIKI BAR serving lunch and dinner daily from 12-9pm, happy hour & live music.

• INSIDE DINING ROOM now open for dinner Thursday, Friday, Saturday & brunch on Sunday.

• CORAL ROOM FINE DINING now open Wednesday - Sunday.

• THE OSPREY CAFE serving Breakfast daily 8-11am and Sunday Brunch 11-2pm.

21660 S. Tamiami Trail, Osprey 941.966.2121 | www.ChefRolf.us

LIVE Maine Lobster

DUVAL’S

DUVAL’S FRESH. LOCAL. SEAFOOD is an eclectic eatery with a passion for stunning dishes, superb service, fine wine, and creative cocktails. Along with our unique and diverse menu, our focus on excellent service allows us to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in downtown Sarasota.

VOTED SARASOTA’S BEST: Herald Tribune - All-Around Restaurant (‘19-’23), Seafood (‘16-’23), Sandwich (‘16-’22), Lunch (‘22) Wine Spectator - Award of Excellence (‘16-’23)

Sun - Thur: 11am - 10pm; Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

Free delivery to the greater Downtown Sarasota area. Free shuttle to and from Duval’s.

1435 Main St. Sarasota, FL 941.312.4001 | DuvalsFLS.com

GROVE - RESTAURANT, PATIO & BALLROOM

Discover exceptional Contemporary American cuisine at GROVE. With a personal and authentic approach, GROVE showcases a diverse selection of house-made dishes using fresh seasonal ingredients. Experience the perfect harmony of refined flavors and approachability, complemented by carefully crafted cocktails. With inviting gathering spaces including a casual patio, spacious dining room, a lively, modern bar and intimate private rooms, GROVE provides the perfect fusion of sophistication and hospitality.

10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch

941.893.4321 | www.GroveLWR.com

LOTSA LOBSTER

LOBSTER, SHRIMP, HADDOCK & COD – OH MY! LOTSA LOBSTER is a Maine and New England seafood market providing fresh haddock, cod, swordfish, tuna, salmon, sea scallops, mussels, steamers, stuffed clams, crab cakes and LOTSA more! We have Chilean sea bass, smoked salmon, halibut, trout and cherrystones. Did someone say CHOWDA? Try our clam chowder or Lobster bisque. But wait there is more ... freezer treats include frog legs, octopus, salt cod, king crab and crawfish. For land lovers we have a variety of savory marinated meats from Danvers Butchery. Don’t forget to preorder for the holidays: Thanksgiving on November 23rd and Christmas and New Years. Come on in or call ahead.

8780 S Tamiami Tr, Sarasota

941.918.2529 | www.LotsaLobsterSarasota.com

SLICKER’S EATERY

Foodies Eat Here!

COOL CASUAL DINING...

Great Happy Hour & Late Night Menu. Join us for Saturday & Sunday Brunch. And Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 with music by Tanya McCormick

Steering away from frozen or fried foods we opt for fresh and locally sourced ingredients as much as possible... For goodness’ sake!

Located near Anna Maria Island in the village of Cortez.

941-251-9428

12012 Cortez Rd West | Cortez, FL 34215

Mon-Fri 12pm-10pm | Sat 11am-11pm

Sun 11am-9pm

TAKOS CANTINA

Are you ready for some serious flavor?

Takos Cantina is now open and serving up the best authentic Mexican cuisine you’ve ever tasted! From our famous street-style tacos to our signature margaritas, we’ve got everything you need to satisfy your cravings. Join us for a fun and casual dining experience, and let us take you on a culinary journey to Mexico.

Don’t miss out - see you at Takos Cantina!

Open 7 Days a Week: 11am until 10pm

5770 Ranch Lake Blvd, Unit 116, Bradenton FL 34202

(941) 201-6594

takoscantina.com

THE TOASTED YOLK CAFE

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO GET TOASTED!

Breakfast, Boozy Brunch, Lunch, and Drinks. The restaurant features a full menu of made-fromscratch menu items, focused on exceptional quality at reasonable prices.

941-444-0049

TheToastedYolk.com

NEW Sarasota Location now open!

3750 S. TAMIAMI TRAIL

SARASOTA, FL 34239

Mon-Sun 7am-3pm

(Bradenton location opening soon!)

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To learn more, contact our Executive Director, Cassandra Holmes, at 941.752.5390 or HolmesC@SCF.edu

To learn more, contact our Executive Director, Cassandra Holmes, at 941.752.5390 or HolmesC@SCF.edu

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