Theater and Arts Events & Things to Do
Near Bradenton & Sarasota
Stelliferous Presents: 100 Years of Eternity
at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Join us in celebrating the centennial anniversary of the world’s first projection planetarium! Our celebration includes a special screening of “100 Years of Eternity,” a 35-minute film takes viewers on a cultural and historical journey.
Art on Film | Close to Vermeer
at Sarasota Art Museum
Put the art world in focus with Art on Film at SAM. Join us for award-winning documentaries, short films, and biopics that highlight some of our favorite artists, reveal untold histories, and explore what it takes to make it as an artist today.
Bishop After Hours Presents: Much Ado About Nothing
at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Join Bishop After Hours, Asolo Rep, and the FSU/Asolo Conservatory in bringing you the next generation of Shakespeare with BardWired: Much Ado About Nothing.
Giselle
at Sarasota Opera House
The Sarasota Ballet's Program Giselle performances from November 22 – 23, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra
East2West Art Market
at Bradenton Area Convention Center
We invite you to take a moment out of your busy lives to connect with the arts, as you find locally crafted treasures for all those on your holiday list.
5th Annual Punta Gorda Thanksgiving Weekend Sullivan Street Craft Festival
at Sullivan Street in Punta Gorda
An Outdoor Craft Festival on Sullivan Street in Punta Gorda
Move Through
at Sarasota Art Museum
Join us for a joyful hour of movement and human connection with Instructor Jess Pope. This class will invite a deeper exploration of the art on view in SAM’s galleries through creative expression.
The Nutcracker in Venice
at Venice Performing Arts Center
The Sarasota Ballet School Presents The Nutcracker from December 13 - 14, 2024, at the Venice Performing Arts Center
777 N. Tamiami Trail,Sarasota,FL,34236The Four Phantoms
at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Get your tickets now to see The Four Phantoms in Sarasota! This theatrical performance will sell out fast, so grab your tickets now to the hottest shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
Fanciful Journey
at Sarasota Opera House
The Sarasota Ballet's Fanciful Journey performances from December 20 – 21, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra
Fanciful Journey
at Sarasota Opera
The Sarasota Ballet's Fanciful Journey performances from December 20 – 21, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra
DTB Presents The Nutcracker Ballet
at Davis Theatre at Manatee High School
Allison Erwin Norton's, The Nutcracker returns to the stage with beloved characters, glittering sets, and dancing that will lift your spirit.
The Nutcracker in Sarasota
at Sarasota Opera House
The Sarasota Ballet School Presents The Nutcracker from December 22 – 23, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House
777 N. Tamiami Trail,Sarasota,FL,34236Funny Girl
at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Get your tickets now to see Funny Girl in Sarasota! This theatrical performance will sell out fast, so grab your tickets now to the hottest shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
Quintessential
at FSU Center for the Performing Arts
The Sarasota Ballet's Quintessential performances from January 31 – February 3, 2025, at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts
777 N. Tamiami Trail,Sarasota,FL,34236Come From Away
at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Get your tickets now to see Come From Away in Sarasota! This theatrical performance will sell out fast, so grab your tickets now to the hottest shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.
Mark Morris Dance Group
at FSU Center for the Performing Arts
The Sarasota Ballet presents Mark Morris Dance Group from February 28 – March 3, 2025, at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts
Romeo and Juliet
at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
The Sarasota Ballet's Romeo and Juliet performances from March 28 – 29, 2025, at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra
Movements of Genius
at Sarasota Opera House
The Sarasota Ballet's Movements of Genius performances from April 25 – 26, 2025, at the Sarasota Opera House accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra
Images of Dance
at Sarasota Opera
Witness Emerging Professional Dancers of Tomorrow in our Celebrated Images of Dance Performances!
