Arts & Entertainment

Q & A

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Jonathan Eig to Speak in Sarasota on Thursday

The acclaimed Martin Luther King Jr. biographer will give a talk as part of the Boxser Diversity Initiative's Building Bridges Discussion Series.

03/04/2025 By Megan McDonald

saddle story

Journalist Isaac Eger on Cowboys, Conservation and the Great Florida Cattle Drive

Eger went from city dweller to cowboy-in-training on an 80-mile cattle drive across Florida’s interior. His new book explores the state’s overlooked ranching heritage and what it means for the future.

03/04/2025 By Kim Doleatto

From the Archives

Death of an Art Dealer

The murder of a Palm Avenue gallery owner—who was found with her left hand resting atop a Sarasota Magazine article—sparked a lengthy investigation resulting in the arrest of Elton Brutus Murphy.

03/03/2025 By Kay Kipling

Unity Awards

Diversity: The Voices of Sarasota Creates Joy and Connection Through Song

“When people come to our concerts, we hope it bridges gaps and starts conversations.”

03/03/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Preview

A New Exhibit at The Ringling Pays Tribute to Robert Rauschenberg

"Robert Rauschenberg: A Centennial Celebration" will be on view through early August.

02/28/2025 By Kay Kipling

Uncertain Future

A Newly Formed Group Is Working to Oppose New College's Proposed Takeover of the Ringling Museum

Citizens to Protect the Ringling is rallying museum supporters ahead of the upcoming legislative session.

02/27/2025 By Kay Kipling

Creative and Candid

Actress Heather Graham Shares Candid Insights on Filmmaking, Perseverance and Female Representation

The "Boogie Nights" actress talked with students and film lovers about the creative grind, industry challenges and the personal journey behind her latest film, "Chosen Family."

02/25/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Awards

Music and Sound Artist Rucyl Mills Named 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Winner

Mills' musical compositions blend noise art, bass wave, sample collage and avant-garde R&B.

02/25/2025 By Staff

On Stage

Review: Asolo Rep's 'Anna in the Tropics' Is a Mixed Success

While Nilo Cruz's play is always lyrical, its motivations are not completely convincing.

02/24/2025 By Kay Kipling

Take a Look, It's in a Book

Sarasota County Picks 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' as 2025 One Book Selection

The book tells the story of Marcellus, a clever octopus, and his unexpected friendship with a grieving widow.

02/21/2025 By Staff

R.I.P.

Remembering Howard Millman

A longtime theater professional, Millman will be especially remembered for saving the Asolo Rep at a bleak moment in its history.

02/20/2025 By Kay Kipling

Preview

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 2025-2026 Season Celebrates 'The Soul of a People'

WBTT's 26th season will feature fan-favorite performances, a drama by playwright and actress Dominique Morisseau, and a world premiere.

02/19/2025 By Staff

Garden Beatle

Selby Gardens' New Exhibit Pays Tribute to George Harrison

And his widow Olivia shared memories and poetry related to her late husband at a special event on Tuesday.

02/14/2025 By Kay Kipling

Swipe Success

How to Fix Your Dating Profile

Online dating profile expert Lydia Kociuba breaks down the biggest mistakes we make—fish pics, duck lips, filters galore—and the small tweaks that can change everything.

02/12/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Sneaker Peeker

A New Sarasota Art Museum Exhibit Presents Footwear of the Future

Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks focuses on innovative designs and new technology.

02/12/2025 By Kay Kipling

Philanthropy

An Anonymous Donor Has Invested a Record-Setting $60 Million in Sarasota Orchestra's New Music Center

The donor gave $10 million to help the orchestra purchase the land for the center and another $50 million to help planning move forward.

02/11/2025 By Staff

What Lies Ahead

An Architecture Sarasota Speaker Series Is Bringing in Renowned Urbanists to Discuss Our City's Future

'We want to spark ideas on how we might strategize around affordable housing, climate resilience and the challenges of growing while maintaining Sarasota’s identity.'

02/07/2025 By Kim Doleatto

All the World's a Stage

The Sarasota Players Secure 30-Year Lease for Payne Park Auditorium

The company plans completely renovate the building, with construction slated to begin by fall of 2025 and the goal of opening in late 2026.

02/05/2025 By Staff

The Dish

Alton Brown Brings His Farewell Tour to the Van Wezel on Feb. 16

Brown's shows are famous for their over-the-top shenanigans and creative culinary demonstrations. "It will be an evening of culinary hijinks," he promises.

02/05/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Gronk the Great

Rob Gronkowski Tackles His NFL Days, Competitive Upbringing and Post-Retirement Career in Wide-Ranging Sarasota Talk

The retired tight end was in town as part of the Ringling College Library Association's Town Hall lecture series.

02/04/2025 By Cooper Levey-Baker

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