THINGS TO DO
SARASOTA
Arts, Culture and Galleries
ART CENTER SARASOTA
artsarasota.org | A community visual art center with exhibitions by area artists
in four galleries, plus an extensive art education program for adults and youth.
Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
707 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-365-2032
ARTIST SERIES CONCERTS OF SARASOTA
artistseriesconcerts.org | Presenting a series of concerts annually,
featuring world-class classical and popular musicians at Historic Asolo
Theatre and other one-of-a-kind venues. Check website for dates and times.
1226 N. Tamiami Trl., Ste. 300, Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-306-1200
ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE
asolorep.org | Performing Nov.-July, Asolo Rep is Florida’s leading
professional theater and one of the top resident acting companies in the
country. Call or see website for hours.
5555 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34243 | 941-351-8000, 800-361-8388
THE CIRCUS ARTS CONSERVATORY
circusarts.org | Circus arts classes year-round. Seasonal professional
performances by Circus Sarasota and Sailor Circus, America’s longest-running
youth circus. Circus summer camp. Check website for dates and times.
2075 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota, FL 34239 | 941-355-9335
FLORIDA STUDIO THEATRE
| FST produces world premieres and contemporary
1241 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-366-9000
JAZZ CLUB OF SARASOTA
jazzclubsarasota.org | Concerts most Fridays at 2 p.m., Oct-Apr.
330 S. Pineapple Ave., Ste. 111, Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-366-1552
KEY CHORALE
keychorale.org | Sarasota’s semiprofessional symphonic chorus produces
creative, high-quality musical events with professional orchestra and soloists.
Check website for performance dates, times and location.
Sarasota, FL 34276 | 941-921-4845
LA MUSICA DI ASOLO
lamusicafestival.org | Annual international chamber music festival with
concerts at the Sarasota Opera House and open rehearsals at New College and
free community events. Check website for times and additional information.
Sarasota, FL | 941-366-8450, ext. 7
PERLMAN MUSIC PROGRAM/SUNCOAST
PMPSuncoast.org | Free events at PMP Sarasota Winter Residency
PMP alumni visit in fall and spring. Check website for dates and times.
PO Box 3407, Sarasota, FL 34230 | 941-955-4942
THE PLAYERS CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS
theplayers.org | Year-round programming includes Broadway Series, SNAP!
(Something New at the Players), Summer Sizzler Series, Backstage Series,
classes and more! Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; and 1 hour
before show times.
838 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-365-2494
RINGLING COLLEGE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
rclassociation.org
9 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed Sat & Sun.
Goldstein Library, 2700 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34234 | 941-309-5100
SARASOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION
saf-srq.org | The Sarasota Architectural Foundation (SAF) is a 501(c)(3)
School of Architecture movement. Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Sunday.
1300 Westway Dr., Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-364-2199
THE SARASOTA BALLET
sarasotaballet.org | The Sarasota Ballet has earned national and
international recognition for its unique and diverse repertoire and critically
acclaimed performances.
5555 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34243 | 941-359-0099
SARASOTA CONCERT ASSOCIATION
scasarasota.org | Great Performers Series brings world-class artists and
orchestras to the Van Wezel and other venues. SCA Music Matinees feature free
concerts with outstanding regional artists. Call 941-225-6500 and leave message.
Concerts at the Van Wezel | 941-225-6500
SARASOTA CONTEMPORARY DANCE
sarasotacontemporarydance.org | Sarasota Contemporary Dance, in
its 11th season, is excited to continue bringing innovative dance to Sarasota
through energetic performances, educational programs and community
outreach. Mon & Wed 10 a.m.-1:30 pm; Tues & Thur 10-11 a.m.; Fri 5:30-8 p.m.
8437 Tuttle Ave. #160, Sarasota, FL 34243 | 941-345-5755
THE SARASOTA CUBAN BALLET SCHOOL
srqcubanballet.com | Our award-winning school provides world-class
ballet instruction in the tradition of the Cuban method for local, regional and
international students.
501 N. Beneva Rd., Sarasota, FL 34237 | 941-365-8400
SARASOTA OPERA
sarasotaopera.org | Music lovers travel from all over to experience worldclass
opera in the setting of the beautiful historic Sarasota Opera House, the
61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-366-8450
SARASOTA ORCHESTRA
sarasotaorchestra.org | Performs classical and pops concerts from
Sept.-May. The orchestra schedule spans traditional masterworks to
709 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-953-3434, 866-508-0611
URBANITE THEATRE
urbanitetheatre.com | Daring professional theater in Sarasota’s most
intimate black-box venue. Wed-Sat: 7-10 p.m.; Sun 1-10 p.m.; closed Mondays.
1487 Second St., Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-321-1397
VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
vanwezel.org | The best of Broadway, internationally renowned concert
artists, dancers, musical stars, comedians and orchestras. Summer hours:
Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Regular hours: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
777 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-953-3368, 800-826-9303
WESTCOAST BLACK THEATRE TROUPE
westcoastblacktheatre.org | Since 1999, WBTT produces high-energy,
high-quality shows that bring diversity to the area’s cultural landscape. Hottest
1343 Main St., #402, Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-366-1505
Attractions
BIG CAT HABITAT & GULF COAST SANCTUARY
bigcathabitat.org
lions, tigers, chimpanzees, bears and more, plus petting zoo. Check website
or call for hours to visit the animals.
7101 Palmer Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34240 | 941-371-6377
THE CHILDREN’S GARDEN
sarasotachildrensgarden.com | Enchanted place designed for kids.
house and dress-up room. Where magic begins. Nature, art and garden
classes weekly. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
1670 10th Way, Sarasota, FL 34236 | 941-330-1711
LONGBOAT KEY
Fishing/Marinas
CANNONS MARINA
cannons.com | Full- and half-day boat rentals. Grady-White, Scout and
SouthWind deck boats available. Full ship’s store, bait, tackle, ice. Multiday
discounts available. Open daily 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
6040 Gulf of Mexico Dr., Longboat Key, FL 34228 | 941-383-1311
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