The popular holiday light display at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens returns starting Dec. 20, and will run for 15 select nights to mark the eve…
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Venice Theatre is proud to present the 19th annual production of its original musical adaptation of “A Christmas Carol.”
Venice Musicale will present Encore Chorus in a concert of holiday music at 3 p.m. on Dec. 13 at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 508 Riviera St.,…
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Venice Musicale will present Encore Chorus in a concert of holiday music at 3 p.m. on Dec. 13 at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 508 Riviera St.,…
Tis the season for giving, and the Englewood Art Center (EAC), a division of Ringling College of Art & Design located in Sarasota, is offe…
Artists Series Concerts of Sarasota rings in the holidays with “Classical Holiday Brass,” featuring Seraph Brass, a quintet made up of America…
Charlotte Players is seeking ensemble and dancing performers for “Singin’ in the Rain,” the company’s mainstage musical scheduled for six perf…
Doug Burns has brought a lifetime of playing diverse styles of music to his current incarnation as an interpreter of country and Americana songs.
The Sarasota Jazz Project Orchestra has prepared a toe-tapping mixture of songs for its holiday show, “A Big Band Jazz Christmas,” on Dec. 17,…
Enchanting melodies that include “The Merry Widow Waltz,” “Wanting You” and “A Toast to Champagne” will be featured during a “Festive Afternoo…
It’s a running joke in my family that the moment our pool temperature drops below 80 degrees, I will refuse to dip a toe in it. I’ve never bee…
WEDNESDAY
On Dec. 7, at 7:30 p.m., the Charlotte County Concert Band, under the direction of Bob Miller, will present “A Christmas Celebration” in the C…
Those searching for one-of-a-kind holiday gift items are invited to check out what 27 local artists and crafters will be offering for sale at …
Charlotte Players presents “Sister’s Christmas Catechism: The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold,” coming to Port Charlotte tomorrow night. This time,…
When I was a new bride and living in Philadelphia, I worked downtown at an ad agency.
Despite notions to the contrary, the Charlotte Chorale has nothing to do with the rodeo in Arcadia.
Ron Thomas knows a parade when he sees one.
Terrence Joyce’s latest work connects ancient theater with modern forms of entertainment.
If Alice Cooper, Kiss, Iron Maiden and Slipknot are your speed musically, you’ll love Re-Birth, a rock/metal band that is taking Southwest Flo…
Saxophone Recording Artist Eirinn Abu and International guitarist Manny Lopez performs a Christmas concert at North Port Performing Arts Center.
This holiday season, Broadway Palm brings you the most magical gift of all; the smash hit “Elf The Musical” playing now through Dec. 25.
Although musician David Murabito spends significant time playing drums in the band The Hip Squad, from time to time he likes to take off and j…
WEDNESDAY
SILL’s popular Music Mondays series entitled, “Musical Conversations with Great Performers,” features informal performances and lively convers…
The Sarasota Art & Handmade Home Show, formerly the Sarasota Craft Show, returns to Sarasota, Nov. 30 through Dec. 2, at Robarts Arena, 30…
The Siesta Beach Seafood & Music Festival returns to Siesta Key on Nov. 30 to Dec. 2.
Artists Series Concerts of Sarasota welcomes back acclaimed singers, songwriters and entertainers Will and Anthony Nunziata, performing “Sound…
Elegant angels, gleaming holiday trees, sparkling lights, fantastic creations- all from nature’s bounty and enjoyed by thousands of residents …
The public is cordially invited to join us for the holiday celebration of Chanukah at 7 p.m. on Dec. 8, (seventh night of Chanukah) for the li…
Chabad of Venice will be hosting their annual Hanukkah Klezmer Festival on Dec. 9 at Centennial Park in downtown Venice, an open event for the…
The North Port Chorale, under the direction of Jeffrey Herbert presents “A Christmas Tale” at 7 p.m. Dec. 8, in the North Port Performing Arts…
The 35 singers of the Choral Artists of Sarasota lift their voices to “Rejoice!” in a concert of jubilant choral music celebrating the holiday…
The Off Broadway Palm Theatre is kicking off the holiday season with Winter Wonderettes playing through Dec. 25.
Olde Englewood Village on West Dearborn Street draws people to festivals every season of the year, and this year’s juried Winter Fine Arts &am…
The Tony Pace Show will kick off the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church concert series on Jan. 14.
Have you every thought about where the (real) sponge you clean your kitchen with or the loofah you keep in your shower come from? Hint: It’s n…
WEDNESDAY
Art Center Sarasota’s 2018-2019 exhibition season, entitled “Parts Unknown,” continues with four exhibits. “Art Center Instructors Group Show,…
All are invited to Copperfish Books on Nov. 29, at 6 p.m. to experience musician and author Robert Hunter as he visits Florida on his nationwi…
Sarasota Institute of Lifetime Learning launches its 48th season with its hard-hitting Global Issues series in Sarasota, Venice and Lakewood R…
Want to be part of a new tradition? Then come join the inaugural Lakewood Ranch Seafood & Music Festival on Main Street in Lakewood Ranch …
If you like the Gas House Gorillas, Frank Cursio and Chris Percuoco think you’ll go bananas for Gorillas On The Loose.
Nationally-renowned conductor Robert Romanski returns to lead an unrivaled presentation of the Handel’s “Messiah” Christmas portion for the En…
North Port artist Sharon Eng was honored with a proclamation from the Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners for being the Charlotte C…
The Annual Englewood Bank & Trust Thanksgiving Art Festival always marks the first art event of the new season in our community each year.…
Comedian and actor Aries Spears is heading to the castle on Kings Highway with his signature quick wit and charismatic stand-up comedy show at…
Where Venice resident Paul Udomprasertdee grew up in Bangkok, Thailand, the Baiyoke Tower used to be the tallest building in the city.
It’s that time of year, and Santa, along with his faithful staff and jolly elves, are in trouble. He needs a new sleigh and more supplies. If …
Bion Cantorum’s newest member says she found the vocal ensemble on YouTube. Alto Jeanette Zingo studied music at Western Connecticut State Uni…
The Hermitage Artist Retreat announced that the keynote speaker for this year’s Muse Luncheon will be acclaimed actor, author, and activist Al…
Auditions for Venice Theatre’s “Troupe in a Trunk” spring 2019 school tour will be held on Nov. 28, at 1 p.m. at the theatre located at 140 W.…
In 1921, Edward W. Bok was spending the winter months in the residential Mountain Lake community that was adjacent to one of the highest hills…
