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Sunshine Concert celebrates acoustic and folk music Sept. 27

Fans of acoustic and folk music are invited to the Sunshine Concert, a mix of local musicians and instruments. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 27, at 7:00 pm at …

Movie Review: The Conjuring: Last Rites

Let’s talk about “The Conjuring” Universe for a second, just in case the newly released “The Conjuring: Last Rites” truly is the last film in the franchise. “The …

The Revolution will be Harmonized

Last Thursday, Bradenton native Duane Betts (son of Allman Brothers Band founder Dickie Betts) and his band Palmetto Motel graced the Millennium Stage at the John F. Kennedy …

American Stage will host a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of art, science, and environmental awareness, in conjunction with its upcoming production of The …

Movie Review: What We Hide

What We Hide , a locally-produced independent feature film about two sisters struggling to deal with their mother’s fatal overdose, recently opened during a two-theater run. The poignant drama …

Island Players Theater to Host Songwriter Series

The Island Players Theater, Anna Maria's oldest and most cherished performance space, will host a songwriter night featuring intimate live performances of original music by local singer/songwriters …

Local Musician Featured in Rock History Book and Upcoming Doc

Under the spotlight at a sold-out theater, local troubadour Rob Garcia belts out a song that has the audience leaning forward, hanging on every note. For Venice, FL residents, …

VOTA Art Walk & Market Returns This Weekend

Labor Day may be over, but the Village of the Arts is keeping the celebration going with two days of art, shopping, food, and fun. Explore local galleries, discover unique shops, …

Movie Reviews: Caught Stealing/The Roses/Highest 2 Lowest

We’re in that weird, transitional part of the year where the summer blockbusters have died out, but the prestige Oscar-bait is still being held for another month or two. August and September …

The Bay Park Conservancy recently announced “ Three Years and Thriving at The Bay,”   a month-long celebration featuring more than 80 free events that bring the best …

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall will host its first "Family Fest" on Saturday, Sept. 27.  With Alice in Wonderland  as the theme, the Van Wezel will host two …

Interview: Collective Soul Frontman Ed Roland

Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper once sang that Elvis was everywhere – to hilarious effect. In the case of the most recent Collective Soul record, the two-CD “Here to Eternity,” the spirit …

On Sunday, Aug. 31, McCurdy's Comedy Club in downtown Sarasota will bring a special Kiss-themed Laser light show to downtown Bradenton. The event is being held to raise funds for …

Blues Festival to Return to Lakewood Ranch for Second Year

The Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival returns to Waterside Park at Lakewood Ranch on Saturday, Dec. 6. Tickets for the all-ages-welcome festival are $75 in advance, $95 at the …

Interview: Everclear frontman Art Alexakis

When Everclear released its 1995 sophomore bow and major label debut, “Sparkle and Fade,” the then-trio of guitarist/vocalist Art Alexakis, drummer/vocalist Greg Eklund and …

Movie Review: It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley

Jeff Buckley may be the best musician you’ve never heard of. His career spanned exactly one album, but his influence is immeasurable. In It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley , award-winning …

Movie Review: Weapons

My whole life, people have made fun of me for my deep and abiding love of horror movies. When I was a kid, running around excited, trying to explain the plot of “Evil Dead II” to my …

Urbanite Announces 2025/26 Season

On Tuesday, Urbanite Theatre in downtown Sarasota announced its lineup for the 2025/26 season. The black box theater’s 12th season features four regional premieres, including …

Interview: Derrick Trucks

Derek Trucks was, it seems, born to play guitar.  A child prodigy, by 13, Trucks had played with legendary blues guitarist Buddy Guy. At 20, he formed the Derek Trucks Band, then, at 25 …

Art Walk Returns to VOTA this Weekend

This weekend, Art Walk returns to Bradenton's Village of the Arts for a “We LOVE Locals” themed Art Walk and market. Support local artists, enjoy some live music, and …

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