Review

Asolo Rep's The Great Society

Carrying on the LBJ story proves a huge task.

01/16/2017 By Kay Kipling Photography by Cliff Roles

Limelight

JFCS Gala

The annual event to benefit Jewish Family & Children's Service took place at the Ritz.

12/12/2016 Photography by Cliff Roles

Limelight

High Tide at High Noon

The luncheon and fashion show at the Sarasota Yacht Club benefits Planned Parenthood.

11/21/2016 Photography by Cliff Roles

Limelight

Wine, Women and Shoes Luncheon

The 12th annual luncheon welcomed hundreds to the Ritz-Carlton.

11/21/2016 Photography by Cliff Roles

Review

Review: Asolo Rep's Guys and Dolls

This Broadway classic isn't gambling when it comes to entertaining.

11/21/2016 By Kay Kipling Photography by Cliff Roles

Limelight

Artful Lobster Luncheon

The annual luncheon benefits the Hermitage Artist Retreat.

11/16/2016 Photography by Cliff Roles

Art and Architecture

Victor Lundy’s Artwork Takes Center Stage at Sarasota MOD Weekend

Included were four paintings rescued from the basement of City Hall.

11/14/2016 By Ilene Denton

Limelight

MODWeekend Opening Party

Architect Victor Lundy was the guest of honor at the event that kicked off the weekend.

11/14/2016 Photography by Cliff Roles

Limelight

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Emerald City Ball

The event celebrated 17 years and also marked the official start of a capital campaign.

11/11/2016 Photography by Cliff Roles

Season Preview

24 Shows You Must See This Season

Our top 24 picks (in no particular order) in drama, dance, musicals, opera, art—and more

10/27/2016 By Kay Kipling

Weekend Planner

Your Top 5 Things to Do: July 28-August 3

Jah Movement plays Friday Fest at the Van Wezel, last chance to catch Summer Circus Spectacular and more.

07/28/2016 By Ilene Denton

Summer Experience Series

Summer Circus Spectacular Provides Thrills for All Ages at The Ringling

Acrobatics, juggling, comedy and more fun for all ages.

07/25/2016 By Felicity Warner

Weekend Planner

Your Top 11 Things to Do: June 16-22

Louie Anderson at McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre, Summer Circus Spectacular, Maks & Val of Dancing with the Stars and more.

06/16/2016 By Ilene Denton

Giving

This Week's Good Deeds

More examples of local businesses giving back.

06/09/2016 Research by staff

Star Power

Mark Ruffalo Speaks at Ringling College Graduation; Screens New Film at Burns Court Cinemas

Actor Mark Ruffalo is in town to speak at Ringling College of Art and Design's graduation festivities today; his new film, Dear President Obama, The Clean Energy Revolution is Now, will screen for the public at Burns Court Cinemas tonight.

05/12/2016 By Megan McDonald

New hires

Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinson’s Announces New Executive Director

Robyn Faucy has been selected and will begin April 18.

04/08/2016 Research by staff

Theater Preview

Asolo Rep Announces 2016-17 Season

The company announced shows for both the mainstage and the FSU/Asolo Conservatory.

03/15/2016 By Kay Kipling

Star Talk

Actress Helen Hunt Visits Ringling College

Academy Award-winning actress Helen Hunt visited Sarasota this week and spoke to students and fans at Ringling College of Art and Design.

02/24/2016 By Megan McDonald

Review

Urbanite Theatre's Stupid F---ing Bird

Arts editor Kay Kipling reviews Aaron Posner's take on Chekhov.

02/15/2016

Slideshow

ABC 7 7 Who Care Luncheon

ABC7 7 Who Care Luncheon

07/31/2015 By Cliff Roles