Upcoming Events
The Muses Concert: a Global Celebration of Women in Music
January 8, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Join us for an unforgettable evening as a number of extraordinary women come together from across the globe for The Muses Concert, a one-night-only event celebrating the power of women in music and the transformative force of art.
This unique concert brings together:
Valeria Altobelli (Miss Mondo 2004, Italian composer and activist) Emma Henderson (Australia, Bass)
Anna Demis (Ukraine Eurasia, Piano)
Jamie Scoles (Vietnam/Asia, a dynamic drummer bringing rhythm and energy to the stage)
Nessa Dove (Kenya/Uganda/Rwanda Africa, Guitar)
Jimena Fosado (Mexico, Guitar)
These inspiring artists will perform alongside the talented women of The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton-Sarasota, under the masterful musical direction of Robyn Bell.
The Muses Concert is more than a performance; it’s a celebration of strength, resilience, and the power of women to shape the world through their art. Featuring breathtaking music and a message of empowerment, this event will leave you inspired and uplifted.
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime concert that bridges cultures and continents, showcasing the beauty and strength of women united through music.
Seats are limited – secure your tickets today and be part of this global celebration!
Be inspired. Be empowered. Celebrate with us at The Muses Concert.
Theatre Odyssey 20th Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival
January 9 – 12
Theatre Odyssey’s 20th Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival, January 9 through 12, 2025, presents eight never-before-produced plays, all written by Florida playwrights. In addition, last season’s Student Ten-Minute Playwriting Festival’s Best Play is presented as a bonus play. The running time for each evening and matinee performance will be two hours including Intermission. This is an adjudicated festival and the award ceremony for the Best Play, Runner-up, and all finalists immediately follows the Sunday matinee. Here are the plays vying for Best Play and the Verna Safran Prize ($500) and Runner-up, $300
A Very Private Person by Don Salvo, Celebration
Abduction by Stephen Walkiewicz, Orlando
Feel Good, Inc. by Bernie Yanelli, Bradenton
Love my Dog, Love Me by Seva Anthony, Bradenton
Outcast and Rebels by Marj O’Neill-Butler, Miami
Something is Rotten on the Stage of Glenmark by Ken Preuss, Oviedo
Strangers Off a Train by Samara Siskind, Fort Lauderdale
The Intermission by Jan Wallace, Sarasota
The festival takes place at the Jane B. Cook Theatre at the FSU Center for the Performing Arts, 5555 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota.
TOOTSIE
January 22 – February 2
Michael Dorsey will go to any length for his career in this award-winning musical based on one of the funniest comedic films of all time. Michael Dorsey is a skilled actor with a talent for not keeping a job. Desperate and out-of-work, Michael makes a last-ditch effort at making his dreams come true…by disguising himself as actress Dorothy Michaels.
Rated R for adult content and language
Steel Magnolias
January 23 – February 2
Before the iconic 1989 film broke box office records nationwide, Louisiana salon owner Truvy first set up shop on the stage. The colorful cast of regulars and employees that frequent her establishment include a mother-daughter duo planning a wedding, a woman who’s “been in a bad mood for 40 years,” and a mysterious newcomer. Through laughter, tears, and a thick fog of hairspray, these women face trials and triumphs armed with their greatest strength…each other.
Rated PG
This show is sponsored by MCR Health and is part of our Action Through Acting Series. Learn more about MCR Health at their website.
Caribbean Chillers Tribute to Jimmy Buffet
January 28 at 2 PM & 7 PM
The Caribbean Chillers are a dynamic Florida-based Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band that brings you the sights and sounds, and the FUN of a real Jimmy Buffett Concert! Close your eyes and you’ll be transported to that “Magical Musical place” Jimmy calls… Margaritaville!
Temps, Tops, Supremes & Smokey: A Motown Revue with the Soul Sensations
February 6 – 8
The Temps, Tops, Supremes & Smokey: A Motown Revue The Motown Sound is now over 60 years old but it remains current and brings excitement and unforgettable memories for several generations of music lovers. The unique style of these groups composed of golden voices, extraordinary musicians and memorable choreography represent the very best of Hitsville and Detroit, MI. The Soul Sensations return for the fourth year with many new selections and great musical collective talent.
This performance will highlight some of the greatest hits from The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Supremes, Smokey and the Miracles, Gladys Knight, The Jacksons, Martha and the Vandellas, the The Marvellettes and the Commodores.
The Soul Sensations and their talented friends will share the classic harmony and rhythm of Motown and invite you to sing and dance!
All net proceeds benefit the Manatee Performing Arts Center
Pursuant to s. 817.36, Florida Statutes, tickets may not be resold for more than $1.00 over the original admission price
Accessibility
The Manatee Performing Arts Center strives to make its performances and facilities accessible to everyone. We want to ensure every member of our community feels like our space is a space for them and is dedicated to making everyone’s visit comfortable and enjoyable.
We’re here to help. Please contact us at 941-749-1111 or go here for more information.
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“The mission of the Florida Cultural Group, Inc. is to create, entertain and strengthen an artistic, creative, curious, and thriving community by bringing people together.”
