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01/17/12

GRANTS MAKE DIFFERENCE IN LIVES OF VAN WEZEL PATRONS, YOUNG AND OLD
In the past several months the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall has received two very special grants: a Schooltime Performances grant from the Roberta Leventhal Sudakoff Foundation and a Senior Access to the Arts grant from the Eluned and Edward Russell Charitable Foundation. Grants were also received from the Cordelia Lee Beattie Foundation and The Community Redevelopment Act which both contribute to funding for the Schooltime Performances Program and the Total Access to the Arts Program. The Van Wezel has also welcomed team member Shelli Freeland Eddie, Esq. on board as the Grants and Resource Development Officer.

01/12/12

One of the Most Sought Out Music Ensembles in the World, THE CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA, Takes the Van Wezel Stage
Under the leadership of Music Director Franz Welser-Möst, The Cleveland Orchestra has become one of the most sought-after performing ensembles in the world. Enjoy one of their breathtaking performances live at the Van Wezel Mon. Jan. 23 @ 8 PM.

01/12/12

Infamous Comic TIM CONWAY & FRIENDS Bring the Van Wezel House Down!
High-spirited Tim Conway takes the Van Wezel stage Sun. Jan. 22 @ 7 PM with humorist friends Chuck McCann and Louise DuArt.

01/11/12

We’re Taking you Back in Time with Two of the Most Electrifying Rock and Roll Shows of the Season!
it’s the Ultimate Elvis Birthday Bash with two of the most superb Elvis entertainers on the planet, and on Thurs. Jan 19 @ 8 PM rock out to some of your all-time favorite hits with the great voices of Richard Nader’s Doo Wop including Charlie Thomas and The Drifters, Barbara Harris of The Toys, and more!

01/10/12

BLAST! Winner of 2001 Tony for “Best Theatrical Event” Takes Sarasota by Storm
Since taking the world by storm with triumphant successes in London, on Broadway, across North America and Japan BLAST!, winner of the 2001 Tony Award for “Best Special Theatrical Event,” and the 2001 Emmy Award for “Best Choreography,” will play the Van Wezel on Tues. Jan. 17, 2012 @ 8 PM.

01/09/12

Be a Part of Something Spectacular—GOLDEN DRAGON ACROBATS Perform at the Van Wezel Sunday Jan 15th!
The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than twenty-five centuries ago. Recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company of today, you and your family will be awed by these fabulous performers Jan 15th @ 7 PM.

01/05/12

ONE OF THE BEST ENTERTAINERS OF ALL TIME APPEARS AT THE VAN WEZEL JAN 14TH—WHOOPI GOLDBERG!
Catch Whoopi LIVE at the Van Wezel Saturday Jan. 14 @ 8 PM. Please stay for Whoopi’s post-show Q&A.

01/04/12

STEP AFRIKA! Brings Tradition and Contemporary Rhythm Together on the Van Wezel Stage
Like a tap dance without shoes, or a band without instruments, stepping is percussive dance that uses kicks, stomps, claps and chants – all linked to African and modern dance traditions. Discover the world of stepping with Step Afrika! at the Van Wezel on January 12 @ 8 PM.

01/03/12

Joshua Bell Interview
Joshua Bell Radio Interview!

12/21/11

HOLIDAY TRADITION, NEW YEAR’S CONCERT 2012 SALUTE TO VIENNA RETURNS TO SARASOTA!
Salute to Vienna returns for a glorious 16th season on Jan. 1 2012 @ 8 PM! Ring in the New Year with a fresh program inspired by Vienna’s world famous “Neujahrskonzert.” The festive performance features a new cast of over 75 musicians, stellar European singers & dancers in brilliant costumes, and a light hearted blend of popular Strauss waltzes, polkas & operetta pieces.

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