The Cross College Alliance (CCA) Art and Art History Departments presents an inaugural multi-campus exhibition featuring student artwork from three local college campuses. Students and faculty from New College of Florida, Ringling College of Art & Design, and State College of Florida collaborated, curated and organized this exhibition of student artwork representing their respective campuses. Read More >
For 73 years, students involved with the Circus Arts Conservatory’s Sailor Circus Academy have amazed audiences with an incredible spectacle of youth circus arts. In “The Greatest Little Show on Earth!” audiences from near and far will be enthralled as young athletes, ages 8-18, flip, fly and soar to new heights in a show that Read More >
With the breath of springtime in the air, tonight's performance by the Venice Concert Band will bring the current season to a beautiful conclusion. With music from The Mission, Aladdin, and the composer Marvin Hamlish, you will leave this program with a refreshed spirit.
Join Docent Norman Burr on a 90-minute fascinating trek through the historic grounds. Walk through the arboretum and learn about rare, interesting, and exotic plants. Normal will discuss the geologic history of Florida and how plant life evolved. He will also share the history of the inhabitants of the Elling Eide Center from pre-history to Read More >
Join Docent Norman Burr on a 90-minute fascinating trek through the historic grounds. Walk through the arboretum and learn about rare, interesting, and exotic plants. Normal will discuss the geologic history of Florida and how plant life evolved. He will also share the history of the inhabitants of the Elling Eide Center from pre-history to Read More >
Arts Advocates Member Exhibit – Tony Reinemann Saturdays, April 16-May 14 Arts Advocates Gallery, The Crossings at Siesta Key, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239 Fine arts painter Tony Reinemann’s oil paintings have been described as a blend of social and magic realism that evoke a highly exaggerated Edward Hopper in a Hitchcock film. Read More >
Join our Patriot Plaza team from the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County and The Patterson Foundation at the Sarasota National Cemetery as our Patriot Plaza Guides present fun family activities that honor service, inspire patriotism and embrace freedom. April 30th, 2022 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Register here: https://forms.gle/FCs6WpvsqLqHMaXu8 May 1st, 2022 Read More >
Wise, heartfelt, and often comical, this anthology of award-winning short plays celebrates imagination! These winning plays, written by elementary school students from our community and around the world, are brought to life by a cast of professional actors. From a star who could not twinkle to a dragon plagued by hiccups, we've shined a spotlight Read More >
Arts Advocates Member Exhibit – Tony Reinemann Saturdays, April 16-May 14 Arts Advocates Gallery, The Crossings at Siesta Key, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239 Fine arts painter Tony Reinemann’s oil paintings have been described as a blend of social and magic realism that evoke a highly exaggerated Edward Hopper in a Hitchcock film. Read More >
What happens when you take some of your favorite improv games…and remove all the rules? Anything goes at Comedy Freestyle, an off-the-wall improvisation potpourri. Featuring a mashup of both short-form and long-form styles, audiences get the best of the art form when styles and techniques collide! We’ll set our performers free from all of the Read More >
Wise, heartfelt, and often comical, this anthology of award-winning short plays celebrates imagination! These winning plays, written by elementary school students from our community and around the world, are brought to life by a cast of professional actors. From a star who could not twinkle to a dragon plagued by hiccups, we've shined a spotlight Read More >
Join our Patriot Plaza team from the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County and The Patterson Foundation at the Sarasota National Cemetery as our Patriot Plaza Guides present fun family activities that honor service, inspire patriotism and embrace freedom. April 30th, 2022 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Register here: https://forms.gle/FCs6WpvsqLqHMaXu8 May 1st, 2022 Read More >
Join Docent Norman Burr on a 90-minute fascinating trek through the historic grounds. Walk through the arboretum and learn about rare, interesting, and exotic plants. Normal will discuss the geologic history of Florida and how plant life evolved. He will also share the history of the inhabitants of the Elling Eide Center from pre-history to Read More >
Western Interpretations of a Daoist Classic: The Reception of the Zhuangzi Richard John Lynn, Professor Emeritus of Chinese Thought and Literature University of Toronto Thursday, May 5 at 11:00am EDT (Attend in person or online) *Free event; donations accepted. How did Europeans understand Chinese religion, philosophy, and culture when they first encountered ancient Chinese traditions Read More >
“Sounding the Deep: Words and Music Inspired by Nature” with Hermitage Fellows Jessica Huang and Scott Lee, Friday, May 6 @ 6:30pm: Award-winning playwright Jessica Huang, whose theatrical work explores the prospect of a future impacted by the world’s changing climate shares selections of her latest work surrounded by the fragile beauty of Florida’s coastline. Read More >
Join the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County, Alta Vista, and teaching artists from Wholehearted Education for a family friendly afternoon of art activities, hot dogs and cool drinks. AND AN ICE CREAM TRUCK! May 7th from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (This is an outdoor event) En español
Wise, heartfelt, and often comical, this anthology of award-winning short plays celebrates imagination! These winning plays, written by elementary school students from our community and around the world, are brought to life by a cast of professional actors. From a star who could not twinkle to a dragon plagued by hiccups, we've shined a spotlight Read More >
What happens when you take some of your favorite improv games…and remove all the rules? Anything goes at Comedy Freestyle, an off-the-wall improvisation potpourri. Featuring a mashup of both short-form and long-form styles, audiences get the best of the art form when styles and techniques collide! We’ll set our performers free from all of the Read More >
Wise, heartfelt, and often comical, this anthology of award-winning short plays celebrates imagination! These winning plays, written by elementary school students from our community and around the world, are brought to life by a cast of professional actors. From a star who could not twinkle to a dragon plagued by hiccups, we've shined a spotlight Read More >
Join Docent Norman Burr on a 90-minute fascinating trek through the historic grounds. Walk through the arboretum and learn about rare, interesting, and exotic plants. Normal will discuss the geologic history of Florida and how plant life evolved. He will also share the history of the inhabitants of the Elling Eide Center from pre-history to Read More >
Join Docent Norman Burr on a 90-minute fascinating trek through the historic grounds. Walk through the arboretum and learn about rare, interesting, and exotic plants. Normal will discuss the geologic history of Florida and how plant life evolved. He will also share the history of the inhabitants of the Elling Eide Center from pre-history to Read More >
“Cats Talk Back” – A Reading with Hermitage Fellow and Tony Award Nominee Bess Wohl, Friday, May 13 @ 6:30pm: Award-winning playwright Bess Wohl has had work performed on some of the most prominent stages around the country but, like so many artists, can trace her career back to the fringe and avant-garde. Hear selections Read More >
Saturday, May 14, 7pm Tickets: $5 The final in a series of four events hosted by Spoken Word artist Melanie Lavender. Local poets are invited to participate in the Open Mic prior to the featured poet performance. Our featured performer will be our awesome event host Melanie Lavender. Doors open at 7pm. Open Read More >
What happens when you take some of your favorite improv games…and remove all the rules? Anything goes at Comedy Freestyle, an off-the-wall improvisation potpourri. Featuring a mashup of both short-form and long-form styles, audiences get the best of the art form when styles and techniques collide! We’ll set our performers free from all of the Read More >
Join us for an evening of Jazz for the benefit of the Jazz Club Scholarship Fund. Show your support for the young jazz musicians in our community. Enjoy an evening of jazz in an outdoor setting. Entertainment features Dan Miller, David Mason, Anthony Aldissi, Michael Ross and Jean Bolduc. Phillippi Estate Park 6-8 pm. Tickets Read More >
“Hermitage Poet’s Corner: The Contemporary Word,” Friday, May 20 @ 5pm: Presented in Partnership with Bookstore1, two incredible writers and Hermitage Fellows come together to read and discuss their evocative work. DaMaris B. Hill shares selections from her critically acclaimed Breath Better Spent: Living Black Girlhood, a Netgalley "Must-Read Books by Black Authors” in 2022. Read More >
In-Studio Performance Series featuring Sea Lee the apple show expansion of "that's not the punchline" which premiered in Voices: Rising Choreographers, October 2021 One night only! Friday May 20th at 7pm Virtual Stream: Saturday May 21st at 7pm
Arts Advocates Member Exhibit – Isabel Anchin Becker Saturdays, May 21 - June 25 Arts Advocates Gallery, The Crossings at Siesta Key, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239 Isabel Anchin Becker developed a form of fabric use for pictures after many years of sewing clothing and quilting, and then reading a cloth children’s book Read More >
What happens when you take some of your favorite improv games…and remove all the rules? Anything goes at Comedy Freestyle, an off-the-wall improvisation potpourri. Featuring a mashup of both short-form and long-form styles, audiences get the best of the art form when styles and techniques collide! We’ll set our performers free from all of the Read More >
Take a road trip with Diversity: The Voices of Sarasota as we celebrate the artists of Motown. Songs by Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Isaac Hayes and Others.
Back by popular demand! Make fabulous art projects with studio artists while enjoying sips, bites and live music. Our talented studio artists will offer DIY projects that are sure to bring out your creativity! $10 per project, per person. For a full list of art activities, contact Creative Liberties by May 23rd at 941-799-6634 to Read More >
“Worlds: A Part” with Hermitage Fellows Pauchi Sasaki and Monica Youn, Thursday, May 26 @ 6pm: Internationally renowned composer and performer Pauchi Sasaki and acclaimed poet Monica Youn, seem worlds apart. Sasaki is an interdisciplinary artist working on an original opera inspired by NASA’s mission to transport the first woman to the surface of the Read More >
"In the Round" Showcase One night only! May 27th at 7pm Virtual Stream: May 28th at 7pm In The Round is an opportunity for selected choreographers chosen from across the country by SCD’s Artistic Staff to set a work in progress during SCD's Summer Intensive. The choreographers are given feedback during the performance from audience Read More >
What happens when you take some of your favorite improv games…and remove all the rules? Anything goes at Comedy Freestyle, an off-the-wall improvisation potpourri. Featuring a mashup of both short-form and long-form styles, audiences get the best of the art form when styles and techniques collide! We’ll set our performers free from all of the Read More >
The Venice Symphony led by Music Director Troy Quinn, presents Patriotic Pops and Fireworks at CoolToday Park. The concert will feature music from the great American songbook, a salute to the armed forces and guest artist, the renowned a cappella group, Rockapella, singing contemporary favorites, and will be followed by a fireworks display. Gates open Read More >
Calling all artists to join us for our very first open call exhibition! We want to hang your art on our walls…and to fill our space with positive vibes and all things summer and sun. Creative Liberties Artist Studios & Gallery "Here Comes the Sun" Open Exhibition June 9 - June 30, 2022 This is Read More >
“UNSCRIPTED: Sparking Creativity,” Thursday, June 2 @ 5pm ET: Presented in partnership with the Van Wezel Foundation. In this season’s final installment of the interactive “Unscripted” series, lauded playwright, actor, and Hermitage Fellow Nandita Shenoy will give insight into her process and share examples of her work which have resulted from that process. Prior to Read More >