- November 24, 2024
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THURSDAY, MAY 12
7 p.m. at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre, 1923 Ringling Blvd.
$15
Call 925-3869.
Since moving to Tampa, Rahn Hortman has captured local audiences with his brand of clean humor. He's performed at the South Beach Comedy Festival and on Nickelodeon's "NickMom Night Out;" now he brings his laid-back act to Sarasota.
Harvey Milk Festival: Live Art
7 p.m. at Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave.
$10
Call 366-9000.
The annual Harvey Milk Festival is known for its musical showcase, but it also brings other forms of art to downtown Sarasota. This year, kick off the festivities with a performance installation by artist Belaxis Buil, called "High Resolution Paradise." Inspired by waves, tropical shorelines and other elements of paradises, the colorful show combines choreography and fashion.
Harvey Milk Festival: Opening Night After Party
10 p.m. at Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave.
$5, or free with the purchase of another ticket
Call 366-9000.
Celebrate the seventh year of this art festival with live music and theatrical excerpts. The night will include performances by Eduardo Correa, Jamie Z and Octavio Campos.
FRIDAY, MAY 13
7 to 10 p.m. at Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave.
$15 to $50
Call 366-9000.
This year marks the first time the Harvey Milk Festival has incorporated theater into its programming. Miami-based artist Octavio Campos presents "America's Next President," an intimate production adapted specifically for the festival to honor the life of Harvey Milk.
7 and 9:30 p.m. at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre, 1923 Ringling Blvd.
$23
Call 925-3869.
After performing on Comedy Central, "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," "Live with Regis and Kelly" and "Comics Unleashed," Josh Blue brings his self-deprecating humor to McCurdy's through May 15.
SATURDAY, MAY 14
2:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Five Points Park, 1551 1st St.
Free
Call 228-4872.
Close out the annual three-day arts and music festival with a 10-band concert in Five Points Park. The lineup will include AVAN LAVA, PWR BTTM, Krisp, TOMBOi, AMFMS, MillionYoung, Bluejay, Someday River, Physical Plant and Sam Robertson.
6 to 9 p.m. at These Quiet Sounds, 6508 Superior Ave.
Free
Call 924-8520.
This show will feature photo prints from Europe in support of Team Tony, a local organization that provides support for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers. Enjoy art, music and drinks; all proceeds go to Team Tony.
7:30 p.m. at Ed Smith Stadium, 2700 12th St.
$15 to $50
Call 893-6300.
Take me out to the ... orchestra? This third-annual outdoor pops concert by the Sarasota Orchestra combines jazz, rock ’n’ roll and Broadway tunes with the lively outdoor setting of Ed Smith Stadium. Enjoy your pops concert with a side of peanuts and Cracker Jacks.
Rev. Billy C. Wirtz and Ronny Elliott
8 p.m. at the Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court
$10, or $12 at the door
Call 545-5635.
Join these musicians for a night of comedy and talent. Reverend Billy C. Wirtz is a comic, pianist and musicologist while Ronny Elliott is a guitarist of a more somber tone.
SUNDAY, MAY 15
Community Festival: Center for Asian Art
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Road
Free with regular admission: $25 for adults, $23 for seniors, $5 for students and children younger than 17, $10 for active military and free for members and children younger than 6.
Call 358-3180.
The Ringling celebrates the grand opening of its Center for Asian Art in the Dr. Helga Wall-Apelt Gallery of Asian Art with a community festival highlighting Asian art and culture through music, dance performances, martial arts workshops, Asian inspired art activities, family-friendly scavenger hunts, ikebana demonstrations, a kimono display, tea sampling and more.
MONDAY, MAY 16
5 to 8 p.m. at The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Road
$10; free for members
Call 358-3180.
This evening includes live music, dancing and food on the Ringling's Bolger Campiello overlooking the water. The Lisa Ridings Band will perform throughout the evening with high-energy rock, blues and soul.
TUESDAY, MAY 17
7 p.m. at Venice Theatre Mainstage, 140 Tampa Ave. W.
$18 for adults; $13 for college students; $10 for children
Call 488-1115.
Relive this classic Roald Dahl children's tale, performed as a musical at the Venice Theatre. Plays until May 22.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 18
7 p.m. at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre, 1923 Ringling Blvd.
$15 to $19
Call 925-3869.
A favorite of McCurdy's Comedy Club, Carl Rimi will entertain Sarasota with his quick-fire observational humor. Runs through May 22.