South Pacific

Nov. 11 - Dec. 28

From the hauntingly beautiful first three notes of “Bali Ha’i” to the exquisite “Some Enchanted Evening,” this Rodgers and Hammerstein classic contains some of the most glorious music ever written. The winner of 10 Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, South Pacific tells the sweeping romantic story of two couples — US Navy nurse Nellie Forbush and expatriate French plantation owner Emile de Becque, and Navy Airman Joe Cable and young local girl Liat — and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war and their own prejudices. Helmed by the same director as Show Boat, we’re ecstatic to bring you the grandeur and intimacy of South Pacific in a fresh new production featuring all-new orchestrations arranged especially for Asolo Rep. Go to asolorep.org for show times and to purchase tickets.

 

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Snooty's Gala - Shaken, Not Stirred

Nov. 1

Celebrate much-beloved Snooty the Manatee in secret agent style. Enjoy dinner by Michael’s on East and dancing to the sounds of Southtown Fever. Tickets are $200 at southfloridamuseum.org.

 

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Brunch on the Bay

Nov. 2

This 21st anniversary brunch scholarship event once again celebrates making higher education possible for local students. Enjoy an afternoon of food and tropical splendor under the tents by the Bay. For tickets, contact the Advancement team at (941) 359-4603.

 

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Lilly Pulitzer Fashion Show & Luncheon

Nov. 3

Enjoy lunch, cocktails, raffle, goody bag and Lilly-themed fun! This luncheon and fashion show at the Sarasota Yacht Club benefits Goodwill Manasota and the Junior League of Sarasota. Go to experiencegoodwill.org/events for your tickets.

 

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PINC.Sarasota

Nov. 6

People, Ideas, Nature and Creativity” – PINC is an one-day event featuring 16 inspiring speakers, intermezzos of artistic, visual and theatrical performance, and a haute cuisine dinner. An international conference like no other! Originating in The Netherlands, PINC.Sarasota is the inaugural U.S. event, and attracts a global audience made up of scientists, artists, economists, innovators and entrepreneurs. Find out more information at pincsarasota.com.

 

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Night of Hope Gala Benefiting Center for Building Hope

Nov. 7

An elegant evening benefiting the Center for Building Hope and its programs and services for cancer patients, caregivers and family members. Entertainment includes Ron White, Margo Rey, Alex Reymundo, John McDermott and Soul Survivors. Reserve your table at centerforbuildinghope.org.

 

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Uncorked at Lakewood Ranch

Nov. 8

A special food and wine pairing event under tents on the polo grounds, beginning with a champagne cocktail reception and ending with dessert and dancing under the stars. Black tie optional. Presented by the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch; for more information and to reserve your table, go to uncorkedatlwr.com.

 

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The Art of Food Festival

Nov. 8

Experience the art of the appetizer, of the entrée, of the dessert – as created by Sarasota’s finest chefs and inspired by Sarasota Orchestra, Sarasota Opera and The Sarasota Ballet. Presented by The Junior League of Sarasota. For a list of participating restaurants and tickets, visit jlsarasota.org.

 

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Conversations at the Crocker

Nov. 11

Challenges to our local environment, past, present and future. Jono Miller and Julie Morris lead the discussion. For information, visit hsosc.com or call (941) 364-9076.

 

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A Fashionable Evening - A Tribute to Phil King

Nov. 14

Join the Glasser-Shoenbaum Human Services Center for an evening of fashion, fine dining and dancing, as they pay tribute to Phil King. Go to gs-humanservices.org for tickets.