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Kunst und Theater. Es ist kein Geheimnis, daß John Ringling sein Flair für Kultur und schöne Dinge in Sarasota verbreitet hat. Die Stadt ist bis heute den Künsten gegenüber sehr aufgeschlossen und hat eine Bandbreite von kulturellen Veranstaltungen im Angebot, die normalerweise nur in sehr viel größeren Städten zu finden ist. Es ist das Privileg dieser Stadt, daß man die Veranstaltungen - sei es ein Theaterabend oder eine Matinee, eine Aufführung des hiesigen Balletts, ein Abend in der Oper oder im Konzert - in einem angenehm intimen Rahmen genießen kann. Das Filmangebot in den Kinos reicht von Mainstream bis hin zu unabhängigem Film und Festivals. Und wir haben darüber hinaus mehr als dreißig Galerien und Museen zu bieten.

Das neue Museum of Asian Art im Stadtzentrum ist ein Juwel, den Sie sich nicht entgehen lassen sollten. Es zeigt südostasiatische Kunst, u. a. Skulpturen der Yangtze River Collection aus chinesischem Jade. Der muschelförmige lila Bau der Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall glänzt nach ausgiebigen Renovierungsarbeiten in dieser Saison in neuer Pracht und das ständig wechselnde Repertoire des Asolo Theaters bietet eine hervorragende Auswahl an Theaterstücken. Gleich drei Kunstgenüsse erwarten Sie auf dem Gelände des John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art: das Kunstmuseum, welches die bedeutenste Sammlung von Gemälden des Malers Rubens beherbergt, das Zirkusmuseum, das Paradewagen und andere Zirkusandenken zeigt, die Kindheitserinnerungen an Zirkusvorstellungen wecken und die Cà d'Zan, das herrschaftliche Wohnhaus der Ringlings, an dem zur Zeit ausgiebige Restaurationsarbeiten vorgenommen werden.

Longboat Key Center for the Arts 6860 Longboat Dr. S. Longboat Key, FL 34228 941-383-2345 Division of Ringling College of Art & Design. Focusing on arts, culture, creativity and community. Classes, workshops, lectures, retreats, activities to engage your imagination and creativity. Jazz in the gallery concerts.

Historic Spanish Point 337 N. Tamiami Trail Osprey, FL 34229 941-966-5214 Sarasota County's premier environmental, archaeological and historic site museum featuring a pioneer homestead, nature trails and exhibits. This 30-acre National Register historic site is located on beautiful Little Sarasota Bay. Open daily.

Architectural Salvage 1093 Central Ave. Sarasota, FL 32436 941-362-0803 Discover Sarasota's most interesting shopping experience. Find antique and unique building materials, home decor and gifts. Huge, everchanging inventory. Definitely worth the stop, we're a museum with everything for sale. You shop - we ship. Treasures.

Art Uptown 1367 Main St. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-955-5409 Sarasota's oldest gallery 26 years in business. A co-op featuring original paintings, photography, pottery and woodturning by professional artists.

Artist Series of Sarasota 1800 Ben Franklin Dr., Ste. B506 Sarasota, FL 34236 941-388-1188 The Artist Series of Sarasota presents a series of concerts annually from October to June featuring world-class classical musicians.

Asolo Repertory Theatre 5555 N. Tamiami Trl. Sarasota, FL 34243 941-351-8000 From Nov-June, we present a unique rotating repertory of classics and new works in the elegant Mertz and intimate Cook theatres. With award-winning actors, renowned scenic and costume design, you can see up to three different plays in one weekend!

Circus Sarasota 1500 Stringfield Ave. Sarasota, FL 34237 941-355-9335 Since 1997, they are committed to continuing the legacy, increasing the artistic contribution of circus, while raising the perception of the American Circus to that of other fine arts. Shows, special events and classes offered throughout the year.

Crowley Museum and Nature Center 16405 Myakka Rd. Sarasota, FL 34240 941-322-1000 This "Jewel on the Myakka" is a 190-acre wildlife sanctuary with 5 native Florida habitats and pioneer history buildings and museum. It engages your senses with nature trails and historic pioneer buildings using provided self-guided tour booklets.

Florida Studio Theatre 1241 N. Palm Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-366-9000 FST's Mainstage presents the finest in contemporary theatre. The cabaret offers convenient dining and musical entertainment in a turn-of-the-century Parisian cafe. FST Stage III presents edgy and newer works.

Florida West Coast Symphony 709 N. Tamiami Trl. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-953-4252 The Florida West Coast Symphony presents more than 100 symphonic and chamber music concerts from Sept. - May. The Symphony is also home to June's Sarasota Music Festival. For tickets to all performance venues, please call 941-953-3434.

Golden Apple Dinner Theatre 25 N. Pineapple Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-366-5454 The Golden Apple offers a complete evening out. The tiered arrangement of swivel seats in the theater offers optimum viewing and dining. Cocktails, wine and other beverages are available.

The Jazz Club of Sarasota 330 S. Pineapple Ave., Ste. 111 Sarasota, FL 34236 941-366-1552 Promotes, preserves, performs and educates others about jazz. Provides jazz and community programs for the west coast of Florida. 24-hour Jazz Hotline 941-316-9207. 2009 Jazz Festival March 15 - 21.

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art 5401 Bay Shore Rd. Sarasota, FL 34243 941-359-5700 Add the stunning Ringling Estate to your travel plans. This treat for the senses includes the Cà d'Zan mansion, beautiful grounds and gardens, the Historic Asolo Theater, the Museum of Art and two Circus Museums with the Tibbals Learning Center.

The Players Theatre 838 N. Tamiami Trl. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-365-2494 Year-round programming which includes a Broadway Theatre Series, SNAP! (Something New At Players!) Series, Concerts, and a Summer Sizzler Series.

The Powel Crosley Estate 8374 N. Tamiami Trl. Sarasota, FL 34243 941-729-9177 The Powel Crosley Estate, on the beautiful Sarasota Bay, is only minutes away from hotels, restaurants, and attractions. This 1929 Mediterranean Revival style mansion, with 11,000 square feet of meeting space, is perfect for your next event.

Ringling College of Art and Design 2700 N. Tamiami Trl. Sarasota, FL 34234 941-351-5100 One of the country's premier, private, independent four-year visual arts colleges offering a BFA in eight unique majors. The College's Selby Gallery showcases a variety of free, contemporary art exhibits. Community art classes are available year-round.

The Sarasota Ballet of Florida 5555 N. Tamiami Trl. Sarasota, FL 34243 941-359-0099 Iain Webb, Artistic Director, presents Sarasota Ballet's 17th season with productions of Allegro Brillante, The Two Pigeons, The Nutcracker, Facade, Las Hermanas, Elite Syncopations, Scottish Dances, Vespre, Grosse Fuge and works by Dominic Walsh Dance Theater.

Sarasota Film Festival 332 Cocoanut Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-364-9514 Explore the brightest new stars of independent film. Ten days of film screenings, premieres, conversations and parties with filmmakers.

Sarasota Opera 61 N. Pineapple Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-366-8450 Sarasota Opera presents The Barber of Seville Nov. 7-16. The Winter Opera Festival returns Feb. 7-March 29 with Tosca, The Elixir of Love, L'amico Fritz and Don Carlos all in the intimate Sarasota Opera House. Simultaneous English translations.

Sarasota Season of Sculpture - Interlude 2008-2009 Sarasota Bay on Tamiami Trail (downtown Sarasota) Sarasota, FL 34236 941-539-3500 Interlude from June 1, 2008 until March 31, 2009. Check website for exciting public art programming.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall 777 N. Tamiami Trl. Sarasota, FL 34236 941-953-3368 Top national and international performances of Broadway musicals, songs, dances and world-class orchestras.

Clyde Butcher Art Gallery 237 Warfield Ave. Venice, FL 34285 941-486-0811 Clyde Butcher Venice Gallery and Studio at 237 Warfield Ave., Venice, Fl 34285 and Big Cypress Gallery at 52388 Tamiami Trl. Ochopee, Fl 34141.

Venice Theatre 140 W. Tampa Ave. Venice, FL 34285 941-488-1115 Nationally acclaimed community theatre offers shows year 'round in two theatres. Broadway musicals, classic and contemporary dramas, comedic plays, cabarets and concerts featuring name performers. $10 - $25.

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