Dick Hyman at Venice Performing Arts Center Feb24 2018

PROFESSIONAL THEATER

SARASOTA

"Blue SUEDE SHOES": 4 talented singers and musicians look dorsum at the roots of rock 'n' scroll in this lively, driving revue that features songs from Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Fats Domino, Ray Charles and more. (Reviewed past Jay Handelman.) Through April 15. Florida Studio Theatre, Goldstein Cabaret, 1241 Due north. Palm Ave. 941-366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org

"CONSTELLATIONS": Nick Payne blends science and romance in this play about an come across betwixt a man and a woman that leads to travel across time and space. (Mature language and themes.) Through March 16. Florida Studio Theatre Stage III, Bowne's Lab, 1247 First St. 941-366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org

"FST IMPROV": "Life's a Beach" revue-style bear witness with a Sarasota twist, featuring sketches, regular improv games, and improvised musical interludes. Saturdays at viii:30 p.k. Florida Studio Theatre, Bowne'due south Lab, 1247 Starting time St. 941-366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org

"HEISENBERG": A charming and engaging production of Simon Stephens' comical drama about human connectedness and romance featuring potent performances by Rachel Moulton and George Tynan Crowley, who begin an unlikely relationship later on an unexpected kiss between strangers in a London railroad train station. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through March 4. Florida Studio Theatre, Keating Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave. 941-366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org

"LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL": Tony Accolade-winner Melba Moore stars every bit Billie Holiday in Lanie Robertson'southward play with music ready during one of the singer'south final performances in a small bar in 1959. Songs include "God Anoint the Child," "Foreign Fruit," and "What a Picayune Moonlight Tin Exercise." (Mature language and content.) February. 28-April viii. Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, 1646 10th Way. 941-366-1505; westcoastblacktheatre.org

"THE LION, THE WITCH & THE WARDROBE": Adapted from the classic C.Southward. Lewis children'south novel, a play about four young children who enter a magical land filled with foreign creatures through a portal in a wardrobe. Saturdays through March 31. Florida Studio Theatre, Bowne'southward Lab, 1247 Showtime St. 941-366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org

"THE Morning AFTER GRACE": Carey Crim'south uneven play fix in a Florida retirement community awkwardly uses humor as an entree to an often moving and heart-wrenching examination of grief as various residents deal with moving on in their lives. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through March 4. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Stage, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail. 941-351-8000; asolorep.org

"NATIVE GARDENS": Karen Zacarias has crafted an involving comic drama near two couples at war over their property line, but the performances seem strangely stylized, which diminishes the impact of the story and their relationships. (Reviewed past Jay Handelman.) Through March 25. Florida Studio Theatre, Gompertz Theatre, 1247 Commencement St. 941-366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org

"NORTHSIDE HOLLOW": With an impressive scenic blueprint and sound effects, audiences can feel they're trapped in a coal mine along with ii men pending rescue in in Urbanite Theatre's immersive product of Jonathan Fielding and Brenda Withers' ofttimes gripping play. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through March xi. Urbanite Theatre, 1487 Second St. 941-321-1397; urbanitetheatre.com

"THE REHEARSAL": Jean Anouilh's play nearly a poor young nanny who is asked to assistance a wealthy group of socialites with their production of a Marivaux play. Through March 11. FSU/Asolo Conservatory, Melt Stage, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail. 941-351-8000; asolorep.org

"RHINOCEROS": Frank Galati has staged an often riveting and express joy-out-loud funny production of Eugène Ionesco's yet-timely absurdist play about residents of a small French boondocks turning into rhinos every bit 1 man tries to hold firm and remain himself. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through Apr 14. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Stage, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail. 941-351-8000; asolorep.org

"SHAKESPEARE'S GREATEST HITS": A fun cast creates a good time performing songs from musicals and the pop world inspired by the plays of William Shakespeare, merely the private numbers don't add together up to create a stiff indicate of view. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through June x. Florida Studio Theatre, John C. Courtroom Cabaret, 1247 First St. 941-366-9000; floridastudiotheatre.org

"SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE": A lively staging of Lee Hall's phase adaptation of the Oscar-winning film takes a while to build upwards momentum, just past the 2d act, the large and energetic cast can win you over with a story that speaks to William Shakespeare's brilliance and a true love of theater. (Reviewed by Jay Handelman.) Through March 28. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Phase, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail. 941-351-8000; asolorep.org

TAMPA BAY

"FOREVER PLAID": Featuring nostalgic pop tunes of the 1950s, a musical near iv young singers who are killed in a car crash and so posthumously accept the stage for one last gig, showcasing classic barbershop quartet harmonies. Through March 17. Straz Middle for the Performing Arts, Jaeb Theater, 1010 Northward. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827; strazcenter.org

"THE GLASS MENAGERIE": Tennessee Williams' memory play virtually an impoverished Southern woman who struggles to connect with her fragile girl and troubled son. Through February. 25. freeFall Theatre, 6099 Key Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-498-5205; freefalltheatre.org

"THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA": A new style staging of Andrew Lloyd Webber'due south archetype Tony Award-winning musical about the plain-featured and masked Phantom who falls for rising opera star Christine Daae every bit he gives her secret singing lessons. Through Feb. 25. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Carol Morsani Hall, 1010 N. Westward.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827; strazcenter.org

COMING UP

"THE Wizard OF OZ": The stage version of the classic MGM moving-picture show about Kansas girl Dorothy's adventures in the land of Oz, where she defeats the Wicked Witch of the West with the help of Glinda the Good Witch and her new friends, the Cowardly Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow. March half-dozen-7. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-953-3434; vanwezel.org

"THE Color Majestic": Adapted from Alice Walker's groundbreaking novel, a musical gear up in 1930s rural Georgia about the bonds betwixt African American women facing enormous adversity and violence on account of their race and gender. (Mature themes and language.) March half-dozen-11. Straz Centre for the Performing Arts, Carol Morsani Hall, 1010 Northward. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827; strazcenter.org

"MARJORIE PRIME": In Jordan Harrison'southward sci-fi drama, an elderly woman concerned virtually her memory uses mysterious technology to recover her by, raising questions about human identity and the ideals of engineering. March 7-April one. American Phase, 163 Third St. N., St. Petersburg. 727-823-7529; americanstage.org

"HIR": Questioning the binds of gender, class and family unit norms, Taylor Mac's nighttime comedy finds a (dishonorable) soldier returning habitation to an unrecognizable family: an ailing male parent, divorced and liberated female parent, and a sibling who has made a gender transition. March seven-April 1. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Jaeb Theater, 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827; strazcenter.org

"ROE": Examining partisan tensions that however environs abortion today, Lisa Loomer's play about the two women, the lawyer and the plaintiff, at the center of the U.S. Supreme Court instance Roe v. Wade, which had a resounding upshot on reproductive rights nationwide. March fourteen-April xiv. Asolo Repertory Theatre, Mertz Stage, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-351-8000; asolorep.org

COMMUNITY THEATER

SARASOTA

"BULLETS OVER BROADWAY": A stage musical based on Woody Allen's 1994 film about a young playwright who, out of sheer desperation, accepts funding from a gangster then he can phase his start product. Through March eleven. The Players Centre for Performing Arts, 838 North. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-365-2494; theplayers.org

MANATEE

"THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE Matriarch": Alexander Zickafoose leads a fine cast of singers and actors in this engaging stage version of the Disney blithe film and Victor Hugo's novel about the deformed bellringer Quasimodo who changes his life when he decides to step out into the earth during a festival and becomes 1 of three men who fall for the alluring gypsy Esmeralda. (Reviewed past Jay Handelman.) Through March four. Manatee Players, Rock Hall, 502 Third Ave. Due west. 941-748-5875; manateeperformingartscenter.com

VENICE

"DREAMGIRLS": With music by Henry Krieger and lyrics by Tom Eyen, the Broadway musical about an up-and-coming trio of African-American women who become music stars, loosely based on the Supremes. Through March xviii. Venice Theatre, MainStage, 140 West. Tampa Ave. 941-488-1115; venicestage.com

"THE TOXIC AVENGER": A reprise of Joe DiPietro and David Bryan'southward award-winning comic musical romance about an unlikely superhero, his beautiful girlfriend, and a corrupt New Jersey mayor. Through March iv. Venice Theatre, Pinkerton Phase, 140 Due west. Tampa Ave. 941-488-1115; venicestage.com

COMING Upwardly

"BABY": A musical with a score by David Shire and Richard Maltby Jr. about 3 sets of couples working towards parenthood under very different sets of circumstances. March 1-18. Manatee Players, Kiwanis Studio Theatre, 502 Tertiary Ave. W., Bradenton. 941-748-5875; manateeperformingartscenter.com

"Lone TOGETHER": Lawrence Roman's comedy about a centre anile couple who thought they would enjoy their new empty nest stage, simply soon find their sons rushing back dwelling house subsequently various difficult life experiences. March 1-11. Charlotte Players, Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market place Circle, Port Charlotte. 941-255-1022; charlotteplayers.org

"FLEMMING": A comedic mystery about a broker who abandons his life of privilege to pursue a career every bit a detective and quickly finds himself overwhelmed with serious murder cases. March 7-April i. Lemon Bay Playhouse, 96 W. Dearborn St., Englewood. 941-475-6756; lemonbayplayhouse.com

"THE CURIOUS Fell": John Patrick'due south high one-act almost a adult female committed to a sanitorium past her step children who are plotting to gain access to their dead father's fortune. March viii-25. The Island Players, 10009 Gulf Bulldoze, Anna Maria Island. 941-778-5755; theislandplayers.org

"A MIDSUMMER Night'S DREAM": Shakespeare's whimsical one-act about two couples who run abroad from their troubles into the woods, where they notice magic, fairy royalty, a band of actors, and their true fate. March 15-Apr 8. Venice Theatre, Pinkerton Phase, 140 W. Tampa Ave., Venice. 941-488-1115; venicestage.com

OPERA

SARASOTA

"CARMEN": Every bit the tempestuous gypsy Carmen, mezzo-soprano Lisa Chavez takes the stage with a commanding presence and phonation in a product that features a strong and impressive chorus and design elements. (Reviewed by Gayle Williams.) Through March 24. Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave. 941-328-1300; sarasotaopera.org

"MANON LESCAUT": A handsome production featuring Sandra Lopez and Matthew Vickers of Puccini's opera (a debut at Sarasota Opera) virtually the doomed love story of the beautiful Manon Lescaut and the Cavalier Des Grieux. (Reviewed by Richard Tempest.) Through March 23. Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave. 941-328-1300; sarasotaopera.org

DANCE

SARASOTA

"BALLET HISPANICO": The Sarasota Ballet presents this Manhattan-based company that fuses classical, Latin and contemporary dance styles. Feb. 23-25. FSU Center for the Performing Arts, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail. 941-359-0099; sarasotaballet.org

"ROMEO & JULIET & CARMEN": The Moscow Festival Ballet presents a double billing performance featuring the one-act "Carmen" followed by Tchaikovsky's full "Romeo & Juliet." Feb. 27. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 Northward. Tamiami Trail. 941-953-3368; vanwezel.org

CLASSICAL MUSIC

SARASOTA

"MIDORI HONORS BERNSTEIN": Michael Balke conducts violinist Midori and the Sarasota Orchestra in this tribute to Leonard Bernstein's 100th altogether. The performance also includes works by Rossini and Beethoven. February. 22 at Neel Performing Arts Heart, SCF Manatee, 5840 26th St. West. / Feb. 23-25 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 North. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-953-3434; sarasotaorchestra.org

"MUSIC MONDAYS": The Sarasota Establish of Lifetime Learning's series of performances and talkbacks includes: violinist and Sarasota Orchestra concertmaster Daniel Jordan, Feb. 26; clarinetist Narek Arutyunian, March five; vocalist Jenny Kim-Godfrey, March 12. Morning time sessions at the Church of the Palms, 3224 Bee Ridge Road / Afternoon sessions at Venice Presbyterian Church building, 825 The Rialto. 941-365-6404; sillsarasota.org

"STAATSKAPELLE WEIMAR: THE STATE ORCHESTRA OF WEIMAR, Germany": As office of the Sarasota Concert Association's Keen Performers Serial, this program features conductor Kirill Karabatis and soprano Catherine Foster performing Wagner, Beethoven and Strauss. Feb. 26. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 Due north. Tamiami Trail. 941-225-6500; scasarasota.org

VENICE

"GLOBAL JAZZ & EXOTIC CHAMBER MUSIC": Creative person Series Concerts of Sarasota presents Mr. Ho'due south Orchestrotica Quintet in a performance that includes Gershwin'southward' Preludes," and "Would You lot Like a Bongo with that Fugue?" Feb. 25. Venice Performing Arts Eye, ane Indian Ave. 941-306-1200; artistseriesconcerts.org

"JAZZ MASTERS: THE SYMPHONY OF BROADWAY": VIPArts and South Canton Jazz Order present Dick Hyman and Ken Peplowski in concert, accompanied by a 35-piece orchestra. Feb. 24. Venice Performing Arts Center, one Indian Ave. 941-218-3779; veniceperformingartscenter.org

COMING UP

"RING THEM BELLS": Presented past Creative person Series Concerts of Sarasota, Ring Sarasota handbell ensemble performs "Georgia on My Mind," "Fly Me to the Moon," "Hey Jude" and more. March 1. Michael's On E Ballroom, 1212 S. East Ave., Sarasota. 941-306-1200; artistseriesconcerts.org

CHUCHO VALDES: A functioning by Cuban pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader Chucho Valdés, who is the recipient of multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards. March 2-3. Celebrated Asolo Theater, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. 941-359-5700; ringling.org

"CELTIC WOMAN": In its fourteenth year touring, this show celebrates Irish culture and showcases the talents of Irish musicians and female person vocalists. March 4. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 Due north. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-953-3434; vanwezel.org

YOUNG CONCERT ARTISTS INTERNATIONAL: NAREK ARUTYUNIAN: Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota presents clarinetist Narek Arutyunian alongside pianist Steven Bech in a program of works by Bernstein, Poulenc and Verdi. March 4. Religion Lutheran Church, 7750 S. Beneva Road, Sarasota. 941-306-1200; artistseriesconcerts.org

"IT'S ALIVE: MONSTROUS CIRCUS ON FRANKENSTEIN": In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the Mary Shelley novel, a multimedia operation, taking inspiration from John Muzzle'southward "Circus On," which features New College kinesthesia, staff and students engaging in song, dance and other types of functioning styles outdoors. March 4. New College of Florida, Koski Plaza/ACE Edifice, 5800 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota. newmusicnewcollege.org

"Hitting STRINGS": In the Sarasota Orchestra Bedroom Soirée seven, a cord quintet performs the works of Bartók and Schumann. March 8 & 11. Holley Hall, 709 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-953-3434; sarasotaorchestra.org

"All-time OF BROADWAY": The Sarasota Orchestra performs favorite Broadway tunes aslope Tony Laurels-nominated baritone Norm Lewis and singer/actress Laura Osnes. March 9-10. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-953-3434; sarasotaorchestra.org

"FRENCH IMPRESSIONS": In honor of the 100th anniversary of the death of Claude Debussy, the Key Chorale ensemble presents works from French Impressionist composers Debussy, Ravel, Fauré, and Duruflé. March 10. Holley Hall, 709 Due north. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-921-4845; keychorale.org

NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA OF CUBA: Accompanied by pianist Yekwon Sunwoo, the National Symphony Orchestra of Republic of cuba performs symphonic and chamber music along with Cuban and Latin American works. March xi. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-953-3434; vanwezel.org

"WHEN IRISH EYES ARE SMILING": An early on St. Patrick's Day celebratory concert with vocalist and guitarist Paul Duffy alongside fiddle performer Darin Graves. March 11. Unitarian Universalist Church, 3975 Fruitville Route, Sarasota. 941-376-1390

GUITAR SARASOTA MINI CONCERT Serial: Community and Youth Showcase of classical guitar, March 12. St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2256 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota 941-260-3306; guitarsarasota.org

"HEAVENLY DUETS": Mezzo-soprano Robyn Rocklein, soprano Jenny Kim-Godfrey and pianist Joseph Holt perform together in this concert presented by Artist Serial Concerts of Sarasota. March 13. Plantation Golf game & Country Society, 500 Rockley Blvd., Venice. 941-306-1200; artistseriesconcerts.org

"LIFT-OFF": For Masterworks vi, soprano Pureum Jo joins the Sarasota Orchestra for a performance of Mozart'southward concert arias likewise equally works by Zare and Holst. March fifteen at Neel Performing Arts Middle, SCF Manatee, 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton. / March 18 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. 941-953-3434; sarasotaorchestra.org

GALLERIES / ART EVENTS

NEW & SEASONAL

SARASOTA

ALFSTAD& Contemporary: Through March 10, "Forever Changes" exhibit of mixed media works by Heather Hutchinson. Open 11 a.m.-v p.1000. Mon.-Sat. 1419 Fifth St., Sarasota. 941-366-6400; alfstadand.com

ART CENTER SARASOTA: Through Feb. 24, "Fine art from the Heart" open all media juried exhibition. Through March 9, "My Sarasota" exhibit of architectural portraits by John Pirman, "Raw Nerve / Ragged Edge" exhibit of paper works by George Pratt, and the "Clan for the Written report of African-American Life and History: Black Muse 2018" group showroom. / On display March one-3, the 16th Annual FABulous Arts Boutique, highlighting works in clay, cobweb, weaving, mixed-media, jewelry, shell fine art and more past 70 artists representing half dozen local fine fine art and craft guilds. Open up 10 a.1000.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sabbatum. Art Center Sarasota, 707 N. Tamiami Trail. 941-365-2032; artsarasota.org

ART UPTOWN: Featured in the gallery window this week, James Gabbert'due south figurative bronze sculptures. / On brandish now, "Brainchild" exhibit of abstruse landscapes by Liz Cole and abstract paintings past Dion Kurzcek. Artist'due south reception, February. 23. / Through Feb. 23, "Reflections in Glass and Golden" exhibit of glass works past Esther Jensen and gilt leaf paintings by Cecile Moran. / On display February. 24-March 30, "Jump Flowers in the Abstract" exhibit featuring paintings by Jill Krasner and jewelry by Lisa Flam Corin. Opening reception, March 2. First Friday ArtWalk events, 6-9 p.grand. Open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.- 9 p.1000. Fri., 11 a.1000.-viii p.m. Saturday., and 12-5 p.one thousand. Sun. 1367 Main St. 941-955-5409; artuptown.com

CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE: "Ordinary and Extraordinary Architecture of Heightened Awareness: The Works of Brooks +Scarpa." This interactive showroom includes sketches, models, 3D visualizations and short films. Open 12-­5 p.one thousand. Tues.-Friday.; ten a.grand.-­2 p.m. Sat. Don Chapell Gallery, 265 S. Orange Ave. 941-350-­5430; cfasrq.org

Cardinal CREATIVE COMMONS: As function of the monthly Artists Open up Studios result, a brandish of works by painter Lucy Barber and photographer Wayne Eastep. Feb. 24. 1330–1340 Fundamental Ave. eastep-photo.com

DABBERT GALLERY: Through Feb. 27, "Fine Art, An Illustrator'southward Destiny" showroom of works by Bill Farnsworth, Robert Baxter, Jeff Cornell and James Griffin. All iv gallery artists transitioned from careers in illustration to art careers. 46 Southward. Palm Ave. Open 11 a.m.-v p.g. Tues.-Sat. 941-955-1315; dabbertgallery.com

ELIZABETH STEVENS GALLERY: Through March 14, "Commemoration" exhibit featuring new water media works by Marge Bennett. Open up 12-4 p.m. Tues.-Friday., and past date. 1911 Morrill St., Towles Court. 941-587-9851; towlescourt.com/ss.htm

LISA L GALLERY STUDIO: Through March, Lisa L'south "Art, Storytelling, & Way" series of contemporary paintings and clothing. Open 11 a.yard.-4 p.1000. Monday-Friday and by engagement. 1975 Morrill Street, Towles Court. 941-313-2175; lisa@lisaldesigns.com

LOIS & DAVID STULBERG GALLERY: Through March 24, "Equally Many Hours As It Takes — 10 Years of Impractical Labor" showroom celebrating the ten-twelvemonth anniversary of Impractical Labor in Service of the Speculative Arts (ILSSA), an art projection which now exists as both a marriage and inquiry plant. Open 10 a.1000.-vii p.m. Tues.; 10 a.k.-4 p.thousand. Wed.-Sat. Ringling College, Richard and Barbara Basch Visual Arts Center, 2363 Onetime Bradenton Route. 941-359-7594; ringling.edu

PATRICIA THOMPSON GALLERY: Through March 23, an exhibit by modern impressionist painter Katie Dobson Cundiff. Ringling College, East of 2700 Due north. Tamiami Trail on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Way. mormond@c.ringling.edu

RICHARD & BARBARA BASCH GALLERY: Through March 24, "Glass: Cast, Cutting and Common cold" showroom of glass art past over 2 dozen artists, including Peter Bremers, Vadlec Cigler, Irene Frolic and Seth Randal. Weekly Wed. tours with Barbara Basch through March 21. Open up 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tues.; 10 a.k.-4 p.yard. Midweek.-Sabbatum. Ringling College, Larry R. Thompson Bookish Center, 2363 Old Bradenton Road. 941-359-7594; ringling.edu

RINGLING MUSEUM OF Fine art: Visiting Exhibitions: Through March eighteen, "Alfred Eisenstaedt: Defining Moments" exhibit of early 20th century works by this German language-built-in photojournalist. / Through May 7, "250 Years of the Circus in Print." / Through June ane, Ai Weiwei's "Circumvolve of Animals/Zodiac Heads" installation on the grounds of the museum. Through June ten, "Branded/Unbranded" showroom of 10 photographs from Hank Willis Thomas' series "Unbranded: A Century of White Women, 1915–2015." Open 10 a.thousand.-5 p.m. daily (until 8 p.m. Thurs.). Daily tours available. 5401 Bay Shore Road. 941-358-3180; ringling.org

SELBY GARDENS: Through June 30, a display of four Andy Warhol silkscreens entitled "Flowers," along with several other works past the artist, photographs from his life, and a curated selection of plants important to his art. Open 10 a.yard.-5 p.m. daily. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 900 South. Palm Ave. 941-366-5731; selby.org

SELBY LIBRARY BOOKSTORE: In the bookstore gallery in Feb, an exhibit of Florida collages of bird feathers and pigment by Diana Korzenik. All gain from this exhibit volition exist donated to the Hebrew School of The Arts located at The Chabad of Venice. Open up 10 a.g.-4:30 p.chiliad. Monday.-Sat. Selby Library, 1331 First St. 941-861-1100

SENIOR FRIENDSHIP Middle: Through March 21, "Creative Photography Exhibition" by Linda Romero and Roxanne Beckman. The artists will be present on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.k. for a raffle of viewer's choice prints from the testify (15% of proceeds will do good the Center). Open up eight:30 a.m.-4:30 p.grand. Mon.-Fri. 1888 Brother Geenen Way. 941-556-3214

UNITY OF SARASOTA: Through Feb. 28, "The Art of Painting on Silk" exhibition of works by James Kirkell. 3023 Proctor Road. 941-955-3301; kirkellsilkstudios.com/unityofsarasota.org

WILLIS SMITH GALLERY: Through March 17 in collaboration with Yale Academy, "Peace Paper Project," an international initiative that utilizes newspaper-making traditions as methods of trauma therapy, social engagement, and community activism. Open ten a.m.-7 p.g. Tues.; 10 a.m.-iv p.m. Wed.-Sat. Ringling Higher, Larry R. Thompson Academic Center, 2363 Quondam Bradenton Road. ringling.edu/gallery_calendar

MANATEE

ARTCENTER MANATEE: Through March 23 in the Kellogg Gallery, the 150th Traveling Exhibition of the American Watercolor Society International Exhibition, featuring works by over 40 artists. On view in the Reid Hodges and Searle Galleries, the annual aqueous show by the Florida Suncoast Watercolor Lodge (FSWS). Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon., Fri. & Sat.; nine a.m.-half dozen p.thou. Tues.-Thurs.. 209 Ninth St. West. 941-746-2862; artcentermanatee.org

ARTISTS GUILD OF ANNA MARIA Island GALLERY: Featured in February, painter and sculptress Wendell Graham. Participates in Holmes Beach Art Commune ArtWalk events on the 2d Fri of each calendar month. Open x a.m.-five p.chiliad. Mon.-Sabbatum. 5414 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach. 941-778-6694; amiartistsguildgallery.com

DANCING CRANE GALLERY: Featured in February,"The Nature of Things" exhibit of oil paintings by Alfred Cianfarani in Gallery one, new works by Scylla Liscombe in Gallery 2, and "All Virtually the Light" exhibit of recent paintings past Karen Mathis in Gallery 3. Besides, baskets by Patti Kraft Creations; wood designs by Sandy MacNeill. ArtWalks are held on the kickoff Friday of the month and tertiary Saturday of the month. Open xi a.one thousand.-4 p.1000. Thurs.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-9 p.grand. Get-go Fri. and by engagement. 1019 10th Ave. W. 941-744-1333; dancing-crane.com

Island GALLERY W: Through Feb. 28, "The Colour of Sunlight" showroom of oils and pastels past February featured artist Joanna Karpay. / On display in March, "Sea Escapes: Commemoration of the Body of water and Sail" showroom of watercolor paintings by Judy Saltzman. Opening reception, March 9. / Weekly art demonstrations with rotating artists, Saturdays through March. Ongoing exhibits of painting, mixed media, photography, jewelry, pottery, stained glass, fiber fine art by 30 artists. Participates in Holmes Beach Art District ArtWalk events on the second Friday of each calendar month. Open up 10 a.one thousand.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 5368 Gulf Drive (S & S Shopping Plaza), Holmes Beach. 941-778-6648; islandgallerywest.com

SCF Art GALLERY: Through March 23, a new exhibit of two and three-dimensional fine art by SCF's creative faculty. Open x a.m.-3 p.1000. Mon.-Fri. State College of Florida Sarasota-Bradenton Campus, 5840 26th St. W. 941-752-5225; scf.edu

SEAHORSE PUBLIC Fine art PROJECT: On brandish along the Span Street Merchant storefronts on Anna Maria Island is a new show of seahorse fine art. Over lx artists decorated identical wooden templates, cutting by Dan Ryan and Dan Cleary, and have donated the pieces as role of this public fine art show to benefit Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium's seahorse initiative. Media include everything from paint, to clay, to mosaic to trounce and mardi gras beads. Available for viewing and a public online voting competition through Feb. 25. Span St., Anna Maria Island. 941-896-2222

ONGOING

SARASOTA

ALEXART INTERNATIONAL GALLERY: Ongoing brandish of works by Italian creative person Massimo Meda who specializes in hyper-colorful 3D event paintings. 25 Due north. Pineapple Ave. 813-465-1249; alexartinternational.com

ANNE Ireland STUDIO: Contemporary landscapes of Maine and Florida in oil and acrylic (commissions accustomed). 1938 Adams Lane, Towles Court. 207-838-9666; anneirelandart.com

ART & PHOTOGRAPHY Schoolhouse, GIFT & FRAMING GALLERY OF COLLEEN CASSIDY: The Painted Lady Gift Gallery offers watercolor paintings, painted furniture, jewelry, pottery, mosaics, handbags, home accessories, more. New location: 312 Due north. Osprey Ave. 941-924-1200; colleencassidy.com

Art Avenue GALLERY: Exhibits of international works and pieces past local artists. Open up 10 a.thousand.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 12-half-dozen p.m. Sunday. Westfield Southgate Mall, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail. 440-227-4592; artavenueflorida.com

ART Within: Acrylic and oil paintings, fish prints, mixed media, collage, portrait painting and photography exhibits. There is also be a rotating "spotlight artist" exhibit every month. Open 10 a.g.-5 p.g. Monday.-Friday.; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. 32 S. Palm Ave. 941-377-6902; facebook.com/ARTInsideSRQ

THE ARTFUL GIRAFFE Art AND Souvenir GALLERY: Whimsical art and coastal themes by predominantly Florida artists. Original paintings, fused and stained glass, metal sculpture, photography, wearable art, ceramics, handcrafted jewelry, lather, candles, gifts, and more than. 1861 Fruitville Route, Historic Downtown Village. 941-388-3700; theartfulgiraffe.com

Fine art Infinite 200: Atmospheric landscapes and coastal scenes of Florida. Abstract and impressionistic oil paintings by Karin Riccardi. Open 11 a.chiliad.-4 p.g. Tues.-Sat. Towles Court, 1938 Adams Lane. 941-323-8934; karinriccardi@yahoo.com

B&TB DESIGN GALLERY: Features a collection of handmade jewelry, crafted from beads, recycled metals/materials, and textiles based on Fair Trade principles. Open 11 a.1000.-five p.one thousand. Wednesday.-Sat. 422 S. Pineapple Ave., Celebrated Burns Court. 941-952-0101; beadeck.com

Bare SLATE GALLERY: Original works by artists from around the country in paintings, sculptures, drinking glass works, ceramics, mobiles/stabiles, mixed media and furnishings — many with a modern and contemporary flair. Open xi a.1000.-5 p.thousand. Mon.-Saturday. 538 S. Pineapple Ave. 941-312-5700; blankslategallery.com

BLASE Cafe: Local artist David Stahl is the electric current featured creative person in the Buffet. 5263 Bounding main Blvd., Siesta Primal. 941-914-4818

Primal Artery MAKERS Infinite: Sarasota-native craftsman Shawn O'Malley exhibits handcrafted tables, furniture and more, built from reclaimed Florida cypress, heart pino, industrial architectural salvage and beyond. 1143 Central Ave. 941-504-6093

CHASEN GALLERIES OF SARASOTA: Gallerist Andrew Hunt features an ongoing display of art pieces including works by Picasso, Matisse, Robin Branham, Joanne Rafferty, Ivan Kugach, Nikolai Fedorovich Novikov, and more. Suite 102, 1830 S. Osprey Ave. 941-260-5787; chasengalleries.com

Artistic FRAMING & GIFT GALLERY: Featuring original fine art and fine crafts from local artists in shell décor, fused glass, metal/wood sculptures, pottery, mosaics, various types of handmade jewelry, and many other souvenir items. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.thou. Monday.-Fri.; 10 a.k.-ii p.m. Sat. 1267 Beneva Road. 941-388-7085

DESIGNING WOMEN Boutique & ESTATE SERVICES: "Multiple Expressions" varied collection of fine art pieces including oil painting, print, pottery, etching, mixed media, glass work, watercolor, tapestry, weaving, cast statuary, or floor standing sculpture. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.k. Mon.-Fri.;10 a.one thousand.-4 p.m. Saturday. 1226 N. Tamiami Trail, Suite 100. 941-366-5293; designingwomenboutique.org

Eastward-W ART Space: "Constitute" exhibit of works by Nikitas Kavoukles. Exhibit shares space with the offices of Matthew Edlund, M.D. 1241 S. Tamiami Trail, second floor. 941-365-4308

530 BURNS GALLERY: Ongoing display of a variety of mediums, including fine oil painting, abstract art, glass sculpture, one-of-a-kind pottery, and art jewelry by both local and visiting artists. 530 Burns Lane. 941-951-0620; 530burnsgallery.com

GALLERIA AMADOURÉ: Oil paintings; original mixed-media sculptures by local and international artists. 401 Burns Courtroom. 941-906-8666; galleriaamadoure.com

GALLERIA SILECCHIA: "Rendezvous: When Ancient Meets Contemporary" exhibit of works by American painter and sculptor Paul Tamanian. / Original oils past Aleta Pippin. / Ongoing exhibitions: Newly released bronze sculptures of children by Glenda Goodacre, painted glass past Ulla Darni and paintings by Glenn Harrington. / Botanical photographs past Laurie Tennent. 20 S. Palm Ave. 941-365-7414; galleriasilecchia.com

GALLERY AT MOZAIC RESTAURANT: Abstract and mixed media paintings by Susan von Gries. 1377 Chief St. Open five-ten p.m. Monday.-Sat.; v-9 p.m. Sun. and past appointment. 941-360-6997; susanvongries.com

GRACE HOWL GALLERY: This new gallery features an ongoing exhibition of contemporary abstract fine art works by Grace Howl. 419 & 421 Cardinal Ave., Rosemary District. 941-539-5302; gracehowl.com

KIRKELL SILK STUDIOS: Ongoing brandish of "Orchids and Irises," an exhibition of hand-painted silk florals by artist Jamie Kirkell. Phone call for studio hours. 2737 Hyde Park St. 941-284-7277; kirkellsilkstudios.com

MADEBY GALLERY (RINGLING COLLEGE OF Art + Pattern): Artwork and fine crafts by Ringling pupil and alumni. Ringling College of Art + Design, Ulla Searing Educatee Centre Antechamber, 2700 N. Tamiami Trail. 941-822-0442; madebygallery.com

MUSE GALLERIA: Fine art boutique and gallery featuring works by 25 local artists, specializing in art, jewelry, clothing, accessories and mixed media. Open 11 a.g.-6 p.thou. Tues.-Fri.; 12-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 3801 McIntosh Road. 941-706-3328; musegalleria.org

NONTANDO: Carrol Boyes Pewter Functional Art, Shona People Stone Carvings, Heidi Lange Batiks and more. Open 10 a.m.-v p.one thousand. Mon.-Sat. 6578 Gateway Ave., Gulf Gate Village. 941-929-7844; nontando.com

Open HOUSE ART GALLERY: This gallery features commonsensical ceramic wares and complimentary form wall art, tiles and outdoor garden ceramic sculpture by local veterinarian Dr. Adam Cohen. Besides featured are acrylic paintings by R.O. Woody and metal sculptures by Taylor Cohen. Terminal Friday of the month Meet the Artist events. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.thousand. Tues.-Saturday. 2642 Bee Ridge Road. 941-922-5800; adamtoddstudios.com / rowoodystudio.com

PALM AVENUE FINE Fine art: This gallery features an exclusive collection of work by nationally and internationally recognized artists, with a focus on plein air work. Open 11 a.k.-5 p.m. Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.thousand.-9 p.k. Fri.-Saturday. and past appointment. 10 S. Palm Ave. 941-388-7526; palmavenuefineart.com

PHYLLIS NATHANS WATERCOLORIST: "Snippets of Sarasota" themed works featuring watercolors and limited edition prints. 1938 Adams Lane, Suite 203, Towles Court. 610-608-2295; phyllisnathans.com

Cerise DOOR ART GALLERY: New "Miniature Obsessions" showroom. / Original abstract paintings, giclee prints, artisan jewelry past Sherrie Starowicz. Third Friday art walks: 6-9 p.1000. Towles Court, 1950 Adams Lane. 941-366-0891; reddoorartgallery.com

RIO Fine art STUDIO AND GALLERY: New gallery featuring fine fine art and contemporary works. Phone call for appointment. Coral Cove Mall, 7362 S. Tamiami Trail. 646-664-5417; facebook.com/rioartstudioandgallery

SALON 40 ONE: Ongoing beauty and art exhibition featuring works by Tom Ruthz and John-Norman Tuck. 41 South. Palm Ave. 941-906-9468

SARASOTA VISUAL ARTISTS STUDIOS: This visual artist collective puts on monthly tours of individual artists' studios so visitors can interact straight with the makers and immerse themselves in the local arts community. Participating artists include: Barbara Banks, Bill Buchman, Dasha Reich, Gay Germain, Grace Howl, Jack Dowd, Joseph Melancon, and Larry Forgard. March three. Various locations in the Rosemary District. sarasotavisualartistsstudios.com

STAKENBORG-GREENBERG FINE ART: Gallery features a collection of art spanning 5 centuries, including etchings, lithographs and woodcuts past Durer, Rembrandt, Chagall and Picasso and many others. It also features paintings and drawings from national and international artists. Open Business firm each beginning Fri, five-8 p.m. 1545 Main St. 941-487-8001; stakenborgfineart.com

STUDIO 41 GALLERY & MUSEUM: Ongoing display of photographs by photographer Arnold Berns from his recent travels to India, Russia, Italian republic, Israel, Republic of cuba and the Panama Culvert. Too, a designated "Sarasota History" room with pictures, news articles and memorabilia. 1770 N. Tamiami Trail. 941-924-5224; studio41photography.com

TOWLES Courtroom ARTIST COLONY: Third Friday Artwalk. Visit galleries, view demonstrations, listen to music, visit restaurants. 5-ix p.m. third Friday of each month. Adams Lane, west of U.Due south. 301 (south of Ringling Boulevard). towlescourt.com

TURTLE BEACH RESORT Fine art GALLERY: Abstract paintings, landscapes and more by Gail Rubinfeld. Turtle Beach Resort, 9049 Midnight Pass Road. 941-349-4554; turtlebeachresort.com

TWICE'S Squeamish: Piano central quilts handmade past Dr. Gail Davis with customizable classical composers' faces and facts. Open x a.m.-iii p.m. Monday.-Sat. 1480 Fruitville Road. 941-366-2188

MANATEE

AL'Southward STUDIO & ART GALLERY: Ongoing displays of work by international artists such as Rick Garcia, a Cuban-American commercial artist from Miami, Karen Beach, a painter from the Isle, and Steve Nesius, a Tampa Bay area photographer. Now exhibiting: wild animals photography printed on metallic by Grant Jefferies, former chief lensman for the Bradenton Herald. 314 Pine Ave., Anna Maria Island. 941-216-4131

BAOBAB TREE GALLERY: Diverseness of whimsical art offerings with new pieces from local artists, including Gordon Turner's piece of work. / ArtWalks are held on the beginning Friday of the month and third Saturday of the month. 1113 12th St. W., Village of the Arts. 941-447-3795; villageofthearts.com

CHARISMA CAFE & Fine art: Landscapes by Carmen Latelier and "Garrish Geckos & Fanciful Fish" past textile creative person Lee Ann Helzer. Open 11 a.m.-4 p.grand. Midweek.-Saturday. 1004 tenth Ave. West., Village of the Arts. 941-748-8203; charisma-cafe.weebly.com

COMCENTER: The Lakewood Ranch Art Club has a permanent exhibit of original watercolor, oil, acrylic and sketch works. Open viii a.1000.-4 p.m. daily. 941-782-1234

Cross Sew MAGIC: Stitched re-creations of works by Monet, Van Gogh and other masters by Glenda Tietjen. 1222 12th St. Due west., Village of the Arts. 941-746-4163; cross-stitchmagic.art.officelive.com

DIVINE Backlog FOLK ART GALLERY: "Southern Folk and Other Stories" showroom of works by Missionary Mary Proctor, Eddie and Reverend Hugo Porcaro, plus 25 other local and regional folk artists. / ArtWalks are held on the first Friday of the month and 3rd Saturday of the month. Open 11 a.chiliad.-4 p.m. Thurs.-Sabbatum. 1125 12th St. W., Hamlet of the Arts. 941-747-1320; villageofthearts.com

JOAN PETERS GALLERY: Ongoing "Florida Landscapes" exhibit on display. / ArtWalks are held on the first Friday of the calendar month and third Sabbatum of the month. 11 a.one thousand.-4 p.thousand. Open 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri.-Sat. and past engagement. 1210 11th Ave. W., Village of the Arts. 941-365-9960

STILL LIFE IN G GALLERY: Works by Deborah McKeever, the Oiseaux Sisters, Ruddy Williams and more. 1014 12th St. W., Village of the Arts. 941-932-1336; villageofthearts.com

THE ONCE OVER TWICE: A variety of functional and sculptural objects by honor-winning artist and Ringling College faculty member Kim Litch. / Ongoing: interactive "Love Locks" exhibit. 1015 12th St., Hamlet of the Arts. 941-254-7853; facebook.com/theonceovertwice

10TH Artery W STUDIOS: "Dramatic Digitals" exhibition. Open 11 a.k.-4 p.thousand. Thurs.-Sat.; 6-ix p.one thousand. First Fridays. 1102 10th Ave. Due west. 941-744-7484; 10thavenuewest.com

VENICE

CLYDE BUTCHER GALLERY: American landscape photographer Clyde Butcher presents a new digital collection of wilderness areas. 237 Warfield Ave. 941-486-0811; clydebutcher.com

Creative FRAMING & GIFT GALLERY: Featuring original art and fine crafts from local artists in shell décor, fused glass, metal/wood sculptures, pottery, mosaics, diverse types of handmade jewelry, and many other gift items. Open ten a.m.-5 p.yard. Mon.-Fri.; 10 a.chiliad.-2 p.m. Sat. 2357 Southward. Tamiami Trail. 941-493-2276

MELANGE GALLERY: Fine fine art and artisans gallery, featuring paintings, jewelry, fiber, clay, stained glass, furniture, vesture and gifts. Open up 10 a.m.-3 p.one thousand. Tues.-Sat. 252 W. Tampa Ave. 941-488-5522

MODA ARTE VENICE: Featuring fine art paintings by international creative person, Francesco Agresti and textile fine art and designs by Linda Tilson. 206 Miami Ave., Island of Venice. 941-445-3915

THE Royal IBIS GALLERY: Ongoing display of sculptures and paintings past the artists and owners, Debbie and Len Marucci. 234 Tamiami Trail S. 941-587-7575

NOKOMIS

THE COTTAGE: Brandish of jewelry, pottery, paintings, metal sculpture, photography and much more in an old Florida cottage setting. / On the third Saturday of the month through Apr 21, the gallery will host The Nokomis Art and Craft Marketplace on the grounds, showcasing oils, acrylics, fish prints, vesture art, woods works, k art and more from over 20 artists. Open 10 a.grand.-five p.m. Tues.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-3 p.k. Sun. 106 E. Pocono Trail. 941-275-0235; artinthecottage.com

BOCA GRANDE

SMART STUDIO: Ongoing "Venice and Beyond" exhibit of paintings of Italy by Wini Smart. 370 Park Ave. 941-964-0519

PLACIDA

Isle Art: Patti Middleton exhibits watercolors of Florida wildlife. Too, pen and ink works of Cape Brume. 13050 Fishery Road. 941-928-3504

MARGARET ALBRITTON GALLERY: Artwork of tropical Florida past Margaret Albritton; paintings past Garry Albritton; wood carvings past Greg Albritton; photography past Chris Albritton; more. Ongoing. 13020 Fishery Road. 941-698-0603; margaretalbrittongallery.com

SAFETY HARBOR

SYD ENTEL GALLERIES / SUSAN BENJAMIN GLASS ETC.: Ongoing display of glass, acrylic and oil painting works. Open ix:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.g.-3 p.m. Saturday. 247 Main St. 727-725-1808; sydentelgalleries.com

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