Sarasota Orchestra sarasotaorchestra.org Venice Museum Sarasota Orchestra, the oldest continuing orchestra in Florida, engages music lovers from around the region with performances of more than 100 concerts each year. 709 N. Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 953-3434 venicegov.com/government/historical-resources City museum that tells the history of the Venice area through permanent & seasonal exhibits. Museum building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. 351 Nassau St. S, Venice, FL 34285, (941) 486-2487 Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation performingartsfoundation.org The Venice Symphony thevenicesymphony.org Partnering with the City of Sarasota to plan a new Performing Arts Center and expanding access to the arts through free education, wellness, and community programs. 201 Cocoanut Ave , Sarasota, FL 34286, (941) 271-4186 The Venice Symphony’s mission is to inspire and transform lives through exceptional musical experiences. The orchestra is led by Music Director/Conductor Troy Quinn . 700 US Highway 41 Bypass N, Venice, FL 34285, (941) 207-8822 The Sarasota Players Where community takes the stage. Experience bold, live theater up close at The Sarasota Players. Get involved onstage, backstage or take classes at The Players Studio. There’s something for everyone! 3501 S. Tamiami Trl, #1130, Sarasota, FL 34239, (941) 365-2494 theplayers.org Venice Theatre venicetheatre.org Nationally acclaimed community theater offers year-round entertainment. Musicals, dramas, comedies, cabarets & concerts. $10-$80. Education & Outreach for all ages. 140 Tampa Ave. W, Venice, FL 34285, (941) 488-1115 Sarasota Studio Artists Association (SSAA) srqartists.com Discover world-class local art at the Second Saturday Open Studios monthly from December to May. Download a map and list of participating artists at SRQartists.com. Serving Sarasota Area, (720) 661-5553 Sarasota Toy Museum sarasotatoymuseum.com Come see the largest toy collection and model railroad on the Gulf Coast. Fun and memories for the entire family with the toys you had, wanted and hAve, never seen. 3580 17th St ., Sarasota, FL 34235, (415) 519-2649 Urbanite Theatre urbanitetheatre.com Daring professional theater in Sarasota’s most intimate black-box venue. Thrilling contemporary plays by the boldest new voices in theater. 1487 Second St., Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 321-1397 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall vanwezel.org Performing arts hall presenting a diverse lineup of Broadway musicals, top national and international performers, comedians, symphony orchestras and dance. 777 N. Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 263-6799 Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe westcoastblacktheatre.org WBTT produces high-energy, exciting professional theater that brings diversity to the area’s cultural landscape. Hottest ticket in town. WBTT...Nothing else like it! 1012 N. Orange Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 366-1505 SERVING SARASOTA AREA Sarasota Institute of Lifetime Learning sillsarasota.org For over 50 years, SILL has presented speakers on global issues and performers on our music program. Serving Sarasota Area, Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 365-6404 VENICE Venice Art Center veniceartcenter.com Venice Art Center hosts 12 unique exhibits annually. We have 55 talented instructors that offer 550 classes and workshops. Come visit our gift shop and café. 390 Nokomis Ave. S, Venice, FL 34285, (941) 485-7136 The Venice Chorale thevenicechorale.org Experience the excitement of this multi-generational chorus as they perform at the Venice Performing Arts Center (Dec, Feb, Apr) and throughout the community. 1 Indian Ave, Venice Performing Arts Center, Venice, FL 34285, (941) 220-5126 Marie Selby Botanical Gardens VisitSarasota.com 43
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