Art Talk: Reimagining Famous Works of Art May 7, 4-6 p.m. Arts Advocates Gallery, The Crossings at Siesta Key, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239 Free for Arts Advocates members; $5 for non-members Kehinde Wiley is known for his works that take their inspiration from famous European paintings. But Wiley is not alone in “flipping the... More Info

Grammy Award®-winning saxophonist Kenny G returns to the Van Wezel! In a recording career spanning three decades and 23 albums, he has woven elements of R&B, pop and Latin music into his signature, smooth sound. He has become a staple on adult contemporary and smooth jazz radio stations over the years.

Sip on refreshing cocktails and enjoy small bites in the Bistro. Each second Thursday of the month features a different style of jazz–from straight-ahead to free jazz, bebop to swing–programmed in partnership with Jazz Club of Sarasota. Galleries are open until 7 pm on Jazz Thursdays. Jazz Thursday activities: Enjoy a performance from our... More Info

ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of the iconic rock band! In 2000, Gary Mullen won ITV’s Stars In Their Eyes “Live Grand Final.” Gary began touring, and in 2002, formed “The Works” to pay tribute to Queen. Since 2002, Gary Mullen and the Works have performed throughout... More Info

“Waves: Movements That Shape Us” with Hermitage Fellows Rebecca Crenshaw and Bess Wohl, Friday, May 10, 6:30pm: Floridians are no strangers to the sand and sun, but that familiar environment can be transformed by the creativity of artists like Rebecca Crenshaw and Bess Wohl. A violinist whose practice is shaped by the soundwaves she creates... More Info

What would have been on Tchaikovsky’s playlist? Conductor David Alan Miller takes you on a tour of Tchaikovsky’s musical heroes with beloved pieces by Bizet, Grieg, Schumann, and Mozart. The program also includes contemporary composer Missy Mazzoli’s <em>These Worlds in Us</em>, which beautifully sums up the duality of Tchaikovsky’s music,... More Info

Jimmy Failla, a versatile American talent, is known as a stand-up comedian, TV Pundit, Author, and Host of FOX Across America with Jimmy Failla, airing on Fox News Radio and streaming platforms. Raised in Levittown, New York, Failla’s accolades include being named Outstanding Male Comedian at the 2014 New York City Nightlife Awards and starring... More Info

This ambitious four concert festival explores musical thought and inspirations from the City of Light. Conor Hanick, Lucy Fitz Gibbon, George Nickson and Samantha Bennett all take solo turns, conducted by Maurice Cohn and supported by a cast of 19 new music all stars.

Free for ALL Art Making for ALL – 11 am to 4 pm From ceramics, to figure drawing, to water color and more, get creative with us each month in The Studios @ SAM. Music on the Plaza – 12 pm to 1:30 pm Join us for music on the Marcy & Michael Klein Plaza. Asolo Repertory Theatre’ s Activating Words – 2 pm to 2:45 pm Experience a one of kind... More Info

There’s no one in the industry today that can recreate the sound and style of the world-famous Doobie Brothers like “The Brothers Doobie.” Inspired by the Brothers superior song writing, The Brothers Doobie delivers powerful harmonies and a fun-filled high-energy performance covering a catalog of Doobies hits spanning both the Johnston and... More Info