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Friday Fest, the free, outdoor summertime concert series returns this year with an exciting lineup of bands who will bring the audience to their feet! The events run from 5-9 p.m. and are located on the lawn of the Van Wezel. Bring blankets or lawn chairs, take in the music and the sunset, and enjoy food and beverage from local vendors! Note: Bringing in food, beverages and coolers from outside Friday Fest is prohibited. Amidst t...
From studio to stage, comedian Kat Timpf is taking her I USED TO LIKE YOU TOUR on the road in a hilarious live show experience that will leave you wanting more. Ripped from the pages of her new book, Kat takes the audience on a deep dive through her notoriously whacky stories, outrageous misadventures, and the colorful cast of characters she’s met along the way. Despite the trials and tribulations that life throws at her, Kat share...
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar®-winning, smash-hit DreamWorks animated film. This Tony Award®-winning fairy tale musical advent...
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Yes, your favorite ogre is back in the hilarious stage spectacle based on the Oscar®-winning, smash-hit DreamWorks animated film. This Tony Award®-winning fairy tale musical advent...
Comedian John Crist announces his John Crist: Jokes For Humans Comedy Tour, kicking off on September 26th in Sarasota, FL, with 22 dates across the U.S. Ranked No. 5 on Pollstar's Live 75 list in 2023 due to his nearly sold-out Emotional Support Tour, Crist aims to continue his success. With over 7 million social media fans and more than 1 billion video views, his relatable and candid comedy has made him a viral sensation. ...
Friday Fest, the free, outdoor summertime concert series returns this year with an exciting lineup of bands who will bring the audience to their feet! The events run from 5-9 p.m. and are located on the lawn of the Van Wezel. Bring blankets or lawn chairs, take in the music and the sunset, and enjoy food and beverage from local vendors! Note: Bringing in food, beverages and coolers from outside Friday Fest is prohibited. Closing ...
1920' The Roaring 20's Taught by Van Wezel Teaching Artists Deb Lombard and Eric van Baars, this recurring dance class is designed to engage adult learners. Each week will highlight a different decade in dance! Classes are $15 each. Register here....
Billy Ocean, the most prominent black recording star to emerge from Britain, boasts a remarkable career spanning over 30 million records sold globally. With a string of Gold and Platinum records adorning his portfolio, he has dominated pop charts worldwide. His breakthrough came with hits like "Love Really Hurts Without You" and "Red Light Spells Danger," marking the onset of a trajectory that saw him winning a Grammy and p...
1950's Rock & Roll Taught by Van Wezel Teaching Artists Deb Lombard and Eric van Baars, this recurring dance class is designed to engage adult learners. Each week will highlight a different decade in dance! Classes are $15 each. Register here....
The Life and Music of George Michael will take fans on a captivating journey through his incredible legacy, featuring all the beloved songs. This show celebrates the sound and performance of one of the biggest international stars, with hits like "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go," "Freedom," "Faith," "Careless Whisper," "Father Figure," and more. Michael, who sold over 115 million albums and rose to...
1970's Disco Taught by Van Wezel Teaching Artists Deb Lombard and Eric van Baars, this recurring dance class is designed to engage adult learners. Each week will highlight a different decade in dance! Classes are $15 each. Register here....
The National Ballet of Ukraine, one of the world's top ballet companies and the country's official ballet company, on their premiere tour of the U.S., first time in over 30 years. Straight from historic Kyiv National Opera House, these world-class dancers will captivate you with a studding program featuring timeless classics, including "The Dying Swan" and "Giselle." The spectacular Ukrainian Shumka Dancers...
1990's Line Dance Taught by Van Wezel Teaching Artists Deb Lombard and Eric van Baars, this recurring dance class is designed to engage adult learners. Each week will highlight a different decade in dance! Classes are $15 each. Register here....
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by the Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a groundbreaking look — from the point of view of both the parents and young people — at our complex, interconnected, and social media - filled lives. Evan Hansen is a high school student who always feels like he’s on the outside looking in. Evan finally gets what so many...
2000's Hip Hop Taught by Van Wezel Teaching Artists Deb Lombard and Eric van Baars, this recurring dance class is designed to engage adult learners. Each week will highlight a different decade in dance! Classes are $15 each. Register here....
With a cast consisting of both stars from Broadway's greatest rock musicals, as well as incredible Rock & Roll singers, Neil Berg shares the often-unknown stories from the fifty-year history of the music that changed the world forever! From the progenitors of Rock and Roll in the 1940s, through the glory years of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, up until MTV in the early '80s, Neil Berg's 50 Years of Rock & Roll has fa...
.event__info > .row > *:first-child { display:flex;flex-direction:column; }.disclaimer { order: 999;margin-top: 50px;opacity:.85;text-align: center; } Wheel of Fortune LIVE! - America’s Game® comes to your hometown! Contestants are randomly selected from the audience to join our host onstage for a chance to spin a replica of the iconic Wheel, solve puzzles, and WIN incredible prizes like trips to Paris and Hawaii or BIG MONEY up t...
Wildcard Week Taught by Van Wezel Teaching Artists Deb Lombard and Eric van Baars, this recurring dance class is designed to engage adult learners. Each week will highlight a different decade in dance! Classes are $15 each. Register here....
Join Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe as they celebrate 25 extraordinary years of producing professional theatre that promotes and celebrates African American history and experience! WBTT Founder and Artistic Director Nate Jacob’s continues to marvel at the growth of this incredible organization and can’t wait to celebrate with supporters at this highly anticipated event on November 14th. Featuring WBTT Troupe Members, both w...
One of the greatest Motown and R&B / funk artists of all time, The Commodores have influenced artists both young and old, and in all genres with their classic songs. With a brand that is bigger than ever, The Commodores continue to blaze trails all over the world. One of the most successful vocal groups of all time, The Commodores continue to thrill audiences with their Greatest Hits Tour – Live!...
Graham Russell & Russell Hitchcock met in 1975 during rehearsals for "Jesus Christ Superstar" in Sydney. They became instant friends and recorded a single in an afternoon, and it shot to #1 on the national charts. Air Supply was born! Seven top-five singles later, Air Supply at that time had equaled The Beatles' run of consecutive top five singles. The albums “Lost in Love,” “The One That You Love,...
CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE features a world-renowned cast of performers accompanied by an ensemble of aerial circus acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, fun-loving skippers, breath-catching acrobatics, and much more. An original music score includes new twists on seasonal favorites such as “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” and “Carol of the Bells.” Singers, dancers, penguins, toy soldiers, and reindeer invoke the dreams ...
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the 20th anniversary of Black Violin, the duo that has captivated global audiences by harmoniously merging classical melodies with hip-hop rhythms. Witness the evolution of Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste from humble beginnings to widespread acclaim, accompanied by Nat Stokes on drums, DJ SPS on turntables, and Liston Gregory on keys. Their performance promises to leave you inspired, energized, and ...
Leslie Jones is a three-time Primetime Emmy Award nominee as well as a Writer’s Guild Award and NAACP Award nominee for her work on SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE. She has also been honored as one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. Jones recently wrapped production on season two of the HBO Max series OUR FLAG MEANS DEATH. The week of January 17th, 2023, Jones kicked off a new era of THE DAILY SHOW as the program's first guest...
In Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play presented by Walmart, Mickey is getting ready for the biggest playdate ever at the Clubhouse with all his favorite pals including Minnie and Goofy, the Puppy Dog Pals, Ginny and Bitsy from “SuperKitties” and Ariel from “Disney Jr.’s Ariel,” but mysterious weather keeps interrupting the fun. Can Team Spidey from “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends&rdq...
Dave Koz and Friends announce the 27th anniversary edition of the longest-running jazz-based Christmas tour. Beginning the next era of this rich musical tradition, Koz and Friends will perform fresh renditions of timeless Christmas classics – as well as a Chanukah medley – and hits from their respective catalogues. The tour reunites Koz with long-time musical partner, guitarist/singer Jonathan Butler and will feature special guests...
Derek Hough returns to the Van Wezel with an all-new holiday show! The EMMY® award winner has created a holiday extravaganza featuring stunning choreography, incredible stage production, astounding versatility and, as always, Derek’s magnetic stage presence. Fans will experience a fusion of dance with the magic of the holiday season that will leave their spirits high long after the curtain closes. ...
Two-time Grammy-winning comedian Lewis Black's trademark comedic style exposes life's absurdities, garnering laughs globally. His latest stand-up special, "Tragically, I Need You," explores pandemic coping and societal frustrations. On his podcast, Rant Cast, he delivers audience-written rants. A fixture on Comedy Central's THE DAILY SHOW, his stand-up specials air on major networks. Notable film roles include Pixar's...
The Allman Betts Family Revival is an annual live event extravaganza hosted by the sons of Allman Brothers Band founders Gregg Allman and Dickey Betts…Devon Allman & Duane Betts respectively. Based loosely on vibes that recall “The Last Waltz,” this yearly celebration brings together the finest names in Blues, Americana, Country and Rock to celebrate the timeless catalog of the legendary Allman Brothers Band....
Debbie Gibson, a pop sensation since age 16, made history with her Billboard Hot 100 chart-topper "Foolish Beat," becoming the youngest artist to write, produce, and perform a number-one hit—a record unbroken for over 30 years. With over 16 million album sales, she's also known for her theatrical prowess in 17 musicals, from Broadway's Les Misérables to the West End's Grease. Celebrating milestones like the 3...
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
An uplifting comeback story like no other, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows were seen by milli...
Matt Fraser, America’s Top Psychic Medium and star of E!'s Meet The Frasers, brings healing and laughter worldwide through his sold-out events and TV appearances. Known for his emotional readings and stunning revelations, Matt captivates audiences with his unique mediumship and outrageous personality. His accurate readings turn skeptics into believers, featuring details he couldn’t possibly know. The New York Times Bestselling ...
Join The Four Phantoms for a joyous holiday celebration with their unique "Phantoms' style." This extraordinary quartet, featuring Brent Barrett, John Cudia, Franc D’Ambrosio, and Ciarán Sheehan, under the music direction of Ryan Shirar, will perform iconic Broadway hits, including favorites from Phantom of the Opera, alongside classic holiday songs. Highlights include renditions of "The Christmas Song" and...
Top Of The World is the premiere Carpenters tribute band, fronted by singer Debbie Taylor, whose Karen Carpenter vocal resemblance is astonishing. Backed by a seven-piece band of professional musicians, they recreate Richard Carpenter’s complex arrangements using multi-instrumentalists and various instruments like saxophone and flute. Unlike other shows, they perform live without tracks, traveling and performing together. Enjoy hits like...
Experience the magic of Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland this season! Enjoy a journey of music, marvels, and festive spirit with breathtaking acrobatics and aerial feats. Delight in the fusion of circus artistry and holiday melodies. Bring the whole family for a heartwarming celebration and create cherished memories together....
Give the gift of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet to the whole family. Celebrate America’s favorite Christmas tradition with an international all-star cast that blends world-class ballet with whimsical puppets, lavish costumes, and stunning acrobatics! Share the tradition of pure holiday magic and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score with friends and family of all ages. Don’t miss this chance to create memories of a lifetime.&nbs...
If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses... think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments including 2 RIAA Gold Certified albums, over 1.5 milli...
Mark the New Year with timeless music, dazzling costumes, and breathtaking dancing! European singers, dancers, and the Strauss Symphony of America return for Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert. Updated each year with a new cast and musical program, the exuberant music of Johann Strauss will spring to life in a joyful spectacle. Ring in 2025 with this unforgettable performance that will enchant and delight audiences of all ages....
SARASOTA PREMIERE! Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! The uproarious new play based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist. ©2024 Hasbro. All rights reserved....
Join the Grand Kyiv Ballet for the WORLD Premiere of the new Ballet, The Snow Queen. The Snow Queen is a powerful and cold-hearted ruler who travels the world with the snow, bringing winter wherever she goes. It is a classic fairytale ballet about love and friendship, and about how the warmth of a friend’s devoted heart removes the spell of the wicked Queen. The performance is interpreted by Alexander Abdukarimov an...
All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory laps...
Whitney’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show described as “mind-blowingly spot on”. Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – a rising chart-topping artist in her home country of South Africa - who has performed alongside the likes of Keri Hilson, Keyshia Cole and Monica and featured on Fox TV’s ‘Showtime at the Apollo’ and BBC1 TV’s &l...
Award-Winning Actress, Mental Health Advocate & Co-Founder, Bring Change to Mind Glenn Close is a powerhouse in the world of film, television, and theater as well as a changemaker in the realm of mental health. An eight-time Academy Award nominee, she made her feature debut in The World According to Garp, earning her first Oscar nomination. She was subsequently Oscar-nominated for her unforgettable characters in The Big Chill, The Na...
VAN WEZEL PREMIERE! WELCOME TO MUSICAL COMEDY HEAVEN! Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, an updated book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, tap choreography by Ayodele Casel, choreography by Ellenore Scott, and direction from Michael Mayer, this love letter to the theatre has the whole shebang! The sensational Broadway revival dazzles with celebra...
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
VAN WEZEL PREMIERE! WELCOME TO MUSICAL COMEDY HEAVEN! Featuring one of the most iconic scores of all time by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill, an updated book from Harvey Fierstein based on the original classic by Isobel Lennart, tap choreography by Ayodele Casel, choreography by Ellenore Scott, and direction from Michael Mayer, this love letter to the theatre has the whole shebang! The sensational Broadway revival dazzles with celebra...
Join us for an unforgettable evening with entertainment legend Frankie Avalon! With a career spanning over three generations, Avalon has transitioned from teen idol to enduring star, known for his chart-topping hits "Why" and "Venus." His impact extends to the big screen with over 20 film appearances, including his iconic role as 'Teen Angel' in "Grease," performing the beloved "Beauty School Dropout....
Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” takes listeners on a nostalgic journey through the sun-soaked melodies of the ‘70s and ‘80s. This 10-piece Atlanta-based ensemble combines impeccable musicianship with a deep love for the yacht rock genre. Their upcoming album, Escape Artist, pays bold homage to this iconic sound, with each side of the vinyl release capturing ...
This early satirical sendup helped Gilbert and Sullivan chart a new course for modern musical theatre. The captain’s daughter has caught the eye—and the heart—of two men at once: a lowly sailor and the pompous Sir Joseph Porter. Only a bumbling baby-farmer named Little Buttercup can unravel this mess of mistaken identities and mismatched marriages. Filled with infectious tunes and featuring a rousing finale, it’s no won...
A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, The Addams Family is the magnificently macabre hit musical featuring everyone’s favorite creepy, kooky characters. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. A man her parents have never met. And if that weren't upsetting enough, she confides in her father and begs him no...
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
With his contagious enthusiasm and indomitable athletic talent, Rob Gronkowski has transcended NFL superstardom to become a fixture of the modern pop culture lexicon. One of the best tight ends the game has ever seen, Gronk’s success on the field has not been without challenges. With wit and wisdom, he shares his stories of perseverance through injuries and hard-fought recoveries, his four Super Bowl victories, and what’s next for ...
The Electric Light Orchestra Experience featuring EVIL WOMAN - The American ELO - is a multimedia concert celebration of the music of ELO. Audiences are left spellbound by the flawless musicianship of EVIL WOMAN's 12 musicians. The attention to detail on all the vocal harmonies and string arrangements is amazingly accurate to all the original recordings. Violins, Violas, and Cellos co-existing with guitars as Classic Rock intersects w...
Combined, these three Rock & Roll Hall of Fame groups have been associated with well over forty of the top classic songs in rock & roll history. From “Under the Boardwalk” to “Only You” to “Yakety Yak”, very few artists can boast of a richer musical resume. With such incredible musical diversity – from the comedy of CORNELL GUNTER’S COASTERS to the romance of THE PLATTERS to the Motown Ma...
Created and directed by Luis Bravo, Forever Tango features fourteen world-class tango dancers in an evening that celebrates the passionate music and dance of Argentina. FOREVER TANGO tells the story of the birth of the tango in 19th century Argentina. Born in the brothels and bordellos of Buenos Aires, the tango may be Argentina’s best known export. The tango became an overnight craze in upper-class Paris when Argentine intellectual...
Utter the phrase "young blues rock guitarist" within earshot of anyone with even a cursory knowledge of the modern musical vanguard and the first name they are most likely to respond with will be Kenny Wayne Shepherd. The Louisiana born axeman and songsmith has sold millions of albums while throwing singles into the Top 10, shining a light on the rich blues of the past and forging ahead with his own modern twist on a classic sound he...
Steve Solomon, a Brooklyn native from Sheepshead Bay, developed his comedic and dialect skills early, sharing his humor through jokes and stories. Transitioning from a career in education on Long Island, Steve embraced comedy full-time. His acclaimed one-man show, My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m In Therapy, became a nationwide hit. He followed this success with sequels and holiday specials, touring extensively...
Few artists have achieved the level of public success and critical acclaim that Burton Cummings enjoys in a career spanning more than sixty years. As lead singer and songwriter with the original The Guess Who, Burton recorded and wrote/co-wrote hits such as “These Eyes” and “American Woman.” As a solo artist, he leaves his mark with the poignant “Stand Tall,” “I’m Scared,” “You Saved ...
Here is your chance to see two legendary performers: Music icon Herb Alpert and his wife Lani Hall. As the bandleader of Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass, Alpert made the Top 40 chart 14 times with hits such as “A Taste of Honey” and “This Guy’s In Love With You.” Alpert is co-founder of independent record label A&M Records and the winner of nine Grammy Awards. Hall, formerly the lead singer of Brasil 6...
Chris Botti, a GRAMMY-winning trumpeter, has been a global favorite for nearly three decades, collaborating with superstars like Sting and Lady Gaga. His Blue Note Records debut "Vol. 1" marks a return to acoustic jazz and classic standards, emphasizing intimate ensemble playing. The album, produced by David Foster, features top musicians and highlights Botti's emotional depth and luminous trumpet sound. Inspired by jazz legends,...
Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend. She regularly plays theaters across the country, hosts a weekly comedy podcast, Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, and is a regular panelist on NPR’s Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me. Paula has starred in several HBO specials, including Cats, Cops and Stuff, which nabbed a cable AC...
Alton Brown was directing TV commercials when he got the crazy idea to go to culinary school and reinvent the cooking show. The result was Good Eats, an irreverent, science-forward program that kept Brown gainfully employed for over twenty years. Along the way he also hosted iconic programs like Iron Chef America, Food Network Star, and Cutthroat Kitchen. Brown’s live culinary variety shows have toured to sold-out crowds across the count...
Broadway’s Come From Away is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Don’t miss this brea...
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
Broadway’s Come From Away is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Don’t miss this brea...
For nearly six decades, the three-time Grammy® Award-winning Nitty Gritty Dirt Band has entertained audiences with their top-shelf musicianship, groundbreaking trilogy of Will The Circle Be Unbroken albums and timeless hits such as "Mr. Bojangles," "Long Hard Road (The Sharecropper's Dream)," "Modern Day Romance," "Workin' Man (Nowhere To Go)," and "Fishin' in the Dark." Now, wi...
STAYIN’ ALIVE offers to their audiences the songs and sights of a full Bee Gees playlist, singing blockbusters such as “Night Fever,” “Jive Talkin’,” “How Deep Is Your Love,” “You Should Be Dancing,” “Nights on Broadway,” and “Stayin’ Alive.” In addition, they perform softer poetic ballads such as “I Started a Joke,” “Massachusetts,&rdqu...
Neil Berg’s 115 Years of Broadway is back for its annual celebration of Broadway’s greatest songs from its finest shows! This dazzling show features some of Broadway’s finest stars performing songs from the best and most beloved Broadway musicals....
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Members and GRAMMY® Lifetime Achievement winners, The Temptations and The Four Tops, coming for a night of classic Motown hits, harmonies, flashy wardrobes, and original choreography! Celebrating 60 years, The Temptations have prospered, propelling popular music with a multitude of award-winning and chart-topping songs and albums, and sold-out performances throughout the world. The Four Tops have been thrilling a...
Twyla Tharp celebrates her 60th anniversary with a coast-to-coast tour featuring her Olivier-nominated “Diabelli Variations,” set to Beethoven’s masterpiece of the same name, and a new dance to a reimagining of Philip Glass’s iconic Aguas da Amazonia, arranged by Third Coast Percussion. Showcasing Tharp’s uncanny and witty use of music to create work of startling originality and beauty, the two dances once again e...
RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles is an electrifying concert experience celebrating the timeless music of the legendary fab four. With note-for-note precision, this mind-blowing performance transports you back to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour, along with all your favorite hits. From energetic classics to reflective favorites, the band delivers an unforgettable performance that appeals to fans old and new. With vibrant co...
Dr. Moiya McTier is an astrophysicist, folklorist, and science communicator based in New York City, but her origins are a bit more modest… and surprising. Moiya grew up in a log cabin in rural Pennsylvania without running water or TV, which meant she had plenty of time to focus on her studies. Hard work and a lot of luck took Moiya to Harvard, where she was the first person in the school’s long history to double major in both ...
Matteo Bocelli, a rising star in classical crossover music, has captivated global audiences with his powerful performances and chart-topping releases. His career began with a 2018 duet with his father, Andrea Bocelli, on "Fall On Me," which has since amassed over 400 million streams. Matteo has sold out prestigious venues worldwide on his "Night With Matteo" tour, performing at iconic locations like the Sydney Opera House a...
Jay Leno and Arsenio Hall are iconic figures in entertainment, known for their significant contributions to late-night television. Jay Leno, acclaimed for hosting "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" for two decades, maintained top ratings and is now the host of "Jay Leno’s Garage" on CNBC, exploring cars and their stories. A versatile performer, Leno also does stand-up comedy, voice-over work, writes automotive columns, ...
Get The Led Out (GTLO), a Philadelphia-based group comprising six seasoned musicians, skillfully recreates Led Zeppelin's music from bombastic epics to folky mysticism on the concert stage. With a focus on authenticity, they bring Zeppelin's recorded essence to life, employing multi-instrumentalists to replicate studio overdubs and deliver the songs with unprecedented depth and glory. Eschewing gimmicks, GTLO offers a high-energy exper...
Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved for his talent, charm, and humanitarian efforts, he is treasured by audiences throughout the world. With an irrepressible joy for making music, the violin virtuoso is one of the most in-demand artists in music. Classical music’s most prominent ambassador, Perlman has been granted a Kennedy Center Honor, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and Presidential ...
SARASOTA PREMIERE! Pop the champagne, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new mu...
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
SARASOTA PREMIERE! Pop the champagne, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is the winner of 10 Tony Awards® — including Best Musical! Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical! Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new mu...
R. McMaster was the 25th Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs. He served as a commissioned officer in the United States Army for thirty-four years before retiring as a Lieutenant General in June 2018. H.R. is the Fouad and Michelle Ajami Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, Distinguished University Fellow at Arizona State University, and lecturer at the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University. H.R. was co...
The Simon & Garfunkel Story is the immersive concert-style theater show that chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, using huge projection photos and original film footage. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their success as one of the best-selling music groups of the ‘60’s and their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous “...
Saxophonist Branford Marsalis is a band leader, composer, featured classical soloist, and an award-winning artist with three GRAMMY Awards, Tony and Emmy Award nominations, and a citation as a NEA Jazz Master. After more than three decades of existence, with minimal personnel changes, the Branford Marsalis Quartet is revered for its uncompromising interpretation of a kaleidoscopic range of both original compositions and jazz and popular classi...
STILL THE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR MUSICAL! Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph) and “one of th...
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
STILL THE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR MUSICAL! Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, Les Misérables. This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm and has been hailed as “Les Mis for the 21st Century” (Huffington Post), “a reborn dream of a production” (Daily Telegraph) and “one of th...
Former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases World-Renowned Infectious Disease Specialist; Trusted Advisor to 7 U.S. Presidents Dr. Anthony Fauci is perhaps the most recognized and influential figure in public health and policy in modern time. With a career bookended by the HIV/AIDs and COVID-19 pandemics, Dr. Fauci’s impact spanned 7 presidents, covered 50 years of public service, and to...
This is Elton! Crash land into your seat with THE ROCKET MAN SHOW, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson – Elton John’s official 70’s body double as featured in the ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road’ world tour. Chosen by the man himself, Rus’ performance pilots a night of greatest hits, gorgeous costumes and fierce piano playing. Currently featured on E!’s ‘Clash of the Cover Bands’, Rus’ portray...
SARASOTA PREMIERE! He earned his stripes on Broadway . . . now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Sarasota! It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that&rsqu...
Taught by nine-time Broadway veteran and Director of Education Justin Gomlak. $30 per class or 4 for $100. If you have any questions, please contact Justin Gomlak with questions about these classes geared toward adults, teens and children at (941) 263-6754. To make your reservation today, please click here. About Justin JUSTIN GOMLAK is a veteran of nine Broadway shows, originating companies, understudying major roles, and se...
SARASOTA PREMIERE! He earned his stripes on Broadway . . . now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Sarasota! It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that&rsqu...
Founded in 1995 by Vicky Zetterberg-Norbäck and ABBA's Rutger Gunnarsson, ARRIVAL from Sweden is renowned globally for their authentic ABBA tribute show, "The Music of ABBA." This 10-12 piece band has sold out arenas worldwide, performed with over 120 symphonies, and appeared on numerous TV and radio shows. Their meticulous renditions of ABBA's iconic hits, including "Dancing Queen" and "Mamma Mia," a...
MANSION OF DREAMS is the crowning achievement of the multi-award-winning Master Illusionist Rick Thomas. Stunning magic, extreme comedy, exquisite dancers and an inspiring story are woven into one of the most amazing production ever to be seen on stage and television today! High honors include the coveted “Magician of the Year” by the Academy of Magical Arts and Magic’s highest recognition "Illusionist of the World&q...