The Sarasota Opera
61 North Pineapple Avenue
Sarasota, Fl 34236
941-366-8450
http://www.sarasotaopera.org/

The Sarasota Opera is home to an internationally acclaimed professional opera company and annually produces operas during February and March. English translations are projected above the stage. The Sarasota Youth Opera, a year-round educational program, performs a fully staged musical at the Opera House every year. Built in 1926, the Sarasota Opera House has been restored to its original beauty and is listed in the National Historic Registry.
 
Asolo Theater Company
FSU Center for the Performing Arts
5555 North Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 342432
Box Office: 941-351-8000
http://www.asolo.org/

The FSU Center for the Performing Arts is the center of attention among local arts enthusiasts and is known throughout the country as a superb destination theatre as well as a teaching conservatory providing actor training.

The center has two theatres - the 500-seat Harold E. and Esther M. Mertz Theatre and the 161-seat Jane B. Cook Theatre. Both provide the perfect setting for everything from classic to cutting-edge plays that Hannerle highly recommends. Call the box office about performances.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
777 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-953-3366 
http://www.vanwezel.org/

Join the Van Wezel Performaing Arts Hall for an exciting season of Broadway musicals, top national and international performers, world-class symphony orchestras and a compelling mix of classical, modern and ethnic dance.

It's the type of stellar entertainment the Van Wezel has always been known for, ever since the Hall first opened it's doors in 1970. Back then, Sarasota was a small city, but one with a knowledgeable and appreciative cultural audience. An appearance by Luciano Pavarotti or Leonard Bernstein was an occasion to celebrate, as guests mingled in the Grand Foyer following an impressive concert performance.

The Hall continues to expand its outreach and educational programs, fulfilling its mission to touch the lives of every segment of the community. This season, with the biggest lineup ever of Broadway musicals, several Van Wezel debuts and return engagements by some of Sarasota's favorite stars, promises to carry on the long tradition of memorable moments at the region's premier performing arts venue. Come be part of the excitement!
 
Sarasota Ballet
5555 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243
941-552-1032 
http://www.sarasotaballet.org/

The Sarasota Ballet of Florida under the artistic direction of Robert de Warren has achieved a dynamic standing among the arts organizations in the culturally rich Sarasota area. The Ballet has the unique distinction of being voted Sarasota's Best Performing Arts Group for fifteen consecutive years and has gained in stature and regional prominence over the course of its fourteen year history.

Florida Studio Theatre
1241 North Palm Avenue
Sarasota, Fl 34236
941-366-9000 
http://www.fst2000.org/

Florida Studio Theatre's Mainstage is located in an historic building in the heart of the theatre and arts district in downtown Sarasota. A professional theatre that presents the finest in the contemporary American theatre. Performances October - August. Florida Studio Theatre's Cabaret offers fine dining and excellent entertainment in a one-of-a-kind theatre experience. Set in a turn-of-the-century Parisian cafe. An intimate setting in which to enjoy dinner and a show. Featuring musical revues and light-hearted entertainment. Cabaret performances are November - May.

The Players of Sarasota
838 North Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-365-2494

The Players of Sarasota is the city’s first performing arts organization and is known as “the most professional non-equity theatre in the area.” The not-for-profit community theatre presents a large-scale musical Theatre Series, a diverse Special Events series, and an acoustic Concert series, in addition to being a multi-discipline Performing Arts School for all ages.

Theater Works, Inc.
1247 First Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-952-9170

Theatre Works, located in Sarasota's historical district, is a not-for-profit professional theatre committed to artistic excellence. The theatre produces four major shows each season from November to May, and beautifully combines musicals, comedies and serious drama. In addition, a staged reading series is presented each fall, as well as a summer production June through July.