Events

Masquerade Ball Vernissage

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Join us in costume for a magical evening to celebrate a showing of original masquerade-themed works by figurative artist Teresa Oaxaca at Miano Gallery.

Our grand event will fill our lively hall with the sounds of music and laughter of revelers as we enjoy delectable hors d’oeuvres and festive cocktails.

A night full of mystery, intrigue, live music, and dance performances in the masquerade tradition.

(Choose a mask and wear it well, so your identity no one can tell.)

Open to the public!

ArtSlam 2017

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A Celebration of Youth & Creativity! Watch as teams of students and creatives take art out of the classrooms and studios and onto the streets! Engage in the creative process, experience temporary public art, and celebrate the creative youth in Manatee County.

Meet the Artists of “Madama Butterfly”

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Executive Director Richard Russell will interview the singers and artistic staff responsible for bringing our revival of Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” back to the Sarasota Opera stage.

From her little house on the hill overlooking the Nagasaki port, with a little boy at her side, Butterfly awaits the return of her beloved. Three years earlier, at the tender age of fifteen, she married Pinkerton, a Liutenant in the United States Navy, and now he’s returned to break her heart. Filled with Puccini’s most expansive melodies, “Madama Butterfly” is at the top of a very short list of the most performed and best loved operas of all times.

Meet the Artists of Rossini’s “The Italian Girl in Algiers”

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Artistic Director Victor DeRenzi will interview the singers and artistic staff responsible for bringing our new production of Rossini’s “The Italian Girl in Algiers” to the Sarasota Opera stage.

Lindoro’s attempts to escape Mustafa, the Bey of Algiers, have all been in vain. He is now faced with a hand-me-down bride instead of his beloved Isabella who has gone missing. A unique turn of events brings Isabella right where she needs to be to save her lost fiance and the day!

Principals’ Luncheon

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SOLD OUT! We hope you will join us next year!

Join the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County for the 16th Annual Principals Luncheon, “Raise Your Voice for the Arts!” Together we’ll celebrate our Sarasota County School Principals and their contributions to arts education in our schools!

Featuring student performances and Keynote Speaker Jayne Ellspermann – President, National Association of Seconday School Principals, and Principal of the Year, 2015.

Tickets are $50. RSVPs are due by Dec. 1.

For any questions, please contact Cindy Balistreri at the Alliance: 941-365-5118, Ext. 301.

We look forward to seeing you at the Opera House!

Opening Reception and Artist Talk for Kathryn Hunter

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Opening Reception, Thursday, November 3, 5:00 pm
Artist Presentation at 6:00 pm in the Academic Center Auditorium

In collaboration with Ringling’s Letterpress and Book Arts Center, Basch Gallery will feature an original wall installation and printed materials by Kathryn Hunter, a printmaker and fine artist who runs Blackbird Letterpress in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Image: Kathryn Hunter, Reflection, 2015, Laser cut steel, wool, sewing, 29″ x 35″ Courtesy of the Artist

Summer Social featuring Cassolette with Darren Ankersmit

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We are so excited to welcome Cassolette to perq coffee bar!! Honestly, I’ve asked them to play every social we’ve had…and now they will finally be playing at our summer social! Feel the excitement! Darren Ankersmit will be opening the show and it is sure to be a great time :-)

We will have food on-site provided by Mother Truckin Good, local beer specials and an awesome vibe!

Remember to come early as we are a small venue! we will have tables and chairs outside for food & listening, too.

$5 at the door and kids are free!

Ringling Underground

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Ringling Underground returns and so do area college students.

Welcome back and help celebrate with these amazing bands.

Described as “dark, experimental pop-noise and tripped-out space rock odyssey,” local quartet PLEASURES will open Ringling Underground this September.

Listen to them here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLYaX0gnmSA

FayRoy will play their Dark Tropical Vibez music next. Originally from Indian Rock Beach, these native-Floridians have become a part of San Francisco’s music scene in the past few years.

Listen to FayRoy here: https://fayroy.bandcamp.com/

The headliner will be Atlanta based indie rockers, Gringo Star. The band has a unique, adventurous psychedelic rock & roll sound that’s infectious and timeless. Their new record “Long Time Gone” with the B-side “World of Spin” will be released on Oct. 17.

See them here: https://youtu.be/XfxrPCPog-4

Ringling Underground is always free for college students with a valid college ID. It is an extension of the Art After 5 program held on Thursdays after 5 p.m. After hours discounted admission is $10 for adults; $5 for children 6-17, children 5 and under and Museum Members are free.

Ringling Underground is a rain or shine event. Food and refreshments are available for purchase. Share your Underground experiences on social media using the hashtag: #RinglingUnderground