Theater and Arts Events & Things to Do
Near Bradenton & Sarasota

Experience the unforgettable twist on The Christmas Carol, don't miss Ebenezer the Musical! See the classic story retold through Hip Hop!

A chance to experience the timeless story of Clara and her adventures with The Nutcracker! Join us for four performances of The Nutcracker.

Sarasota Film Society is proud to present "Movies For Heroes", a year long Salute to our Military.

A moving and comedic portrait of a mother, a father, and the son who photographed their lives. Drawing inspiration from Larry Sultan’s celebrated photo memoir.

The Sarasota Ballet Program Three, Moments of Meaning. Featuring Balanchine’s Theme and Variations and Tharp’s In the Upper Room.

The magic of the season returns with Bradenton's favorite holiday tradition, The Nutcracker. Experience the magical winter wonderland of toy soldiers, King of the Mice, Sugar Plum Fairy, and so much more.

A chance to experience the timeless story of Clara and her adventures with The Nutcracker! Join us for four performances of The Nutcracker.

With no scripts, no musical score, and absolutely no idea what will happen next, our ensemble of improvisers delivers full-blown musical numbers, drama, and spontaneous choreography in this musical improv show.

Be ready to shout out your highlights of the last year and join us for a champagne toast to bring in the new year.

Winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Play, The Lehman Trilogy is the story of a family and a company that changed the world. In 1844, a Bavarian youth stands upon a New York dock, envisioning a fresh start in the unfamiliar land of opportunity.

A brand-new rendition of everything that makes Christmas and Hanukkah in Sarasota special. With all-new songs and sketches, Deck the Halls gets audiences ready to celebrate the holidays, Florida style!

A Comedic Whodunit with a New Culprit Every Night! FST Improv’s popular murder mystery returns—this time with a fun, film-noir spin.

The Sarasota Ballet Program Four, Graziano Celebrated. Featuring Graziano’s Sonatina, World Premiere, and In a State of Weightlessness.

A tribute to the music of the 1970s Rock & Roll rebels, who skillfully fused folk, country, and R&B to create a fresh, new sound. Featuring songs such as “When Will I Be Loved,” “Ramblin’ Man,” “Landslide,” and “Hotel California.”

Sardonic, ironic, and even histrionic, these witty tunes are full of moronic characters and sophisticated lyrics that reveal the present state of our world—the good, the bad, and the funny. Featuring songs like “I’m My Own Grandpa” and “Still Gonna Die."

The Sarasota Ballet Program Five Ballet Hispánico. Based in Manhattan, Ballet Hispánico explores the diversity of Latino culture through a fusion of Classical, Latin, and Contemporary dance.

A celebration of what makes the holidays special, Florida style!

Wise, heartfelt, and often comical, this anthology of award-winning short plays celebrates creativity and imagination! Top plays written by elementary school students from our community and around the world.

It’s 1951 in Nashville. Country music legend Billy Mason is on the eve of his retirement. Can his soft-spoken son, Joe, step into the spotlight and carry on his legacy?

The Sarasota Ballet Program Six, Portraits of Expression. Featuring Balanchine’s Emeralds and Who Cares?, and MacMillan’s Las Hermanas.

The Sarasota Ballet Program Seven, Inspirations. Featuring Wheeldon’s The American, Lang’s Lyric Pieces, and Ashton’s Sinfonietta.

A hapless flower shop assistant, Seymour stumbles across a new breed of plant, which he names ‘Audrey II’ after his coworker crush.

Unleash your inner potter at the Artful Giraffe in Sarasota! Learn the art of throwing on the wheel with our expert instructors. Private classes are available every day by appointment for ages 6+, and you can bring up to 4 people per class!