So You Think You Can Dance, the 14-time Emmy Award®-winning show that sparked America’s fascination with dance, is set to captivate audiences again this fall – live on tour! Now you can see your favorite dancers in person when the Top 10 Finalists perform at the Van Wezel. The all new tour, features finalists Dassy, Kaylee, Kiki, Koine, Lex, Logan, Mark, Robert, Sydney and Taylor plus All Stars Jasimin Harper and Marko Germar. The high energy dance tour will highlight…

Celtic Thunder - Symphony returns with their dynamic live music experience and uplifting songs accentuated by a full symphony orchestra. The performance will include hit songs from their Legacy, Mythology, Voyage, The Show and It’s Entertainment Shows along with songs from their chart-topping albums Christmas and Classic Christmas and their upcoming Celtic Thunder Inspirational album coming out this Fall.

Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase, numerous national TV appearances and proven success with CD releases. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense... and with a sense of humor. On the road, Straight No Chaser has built a reputation…

Decades Rewind is a National touring concert, dance party and theatrical performance all wrapped up in one blockbuster show! Celebrate the hits of the 60s, 70s and 80s from the most prominent decades in music history. Disco, Funk, Rock and Motown all take center stage in this brand new theatrical concert featuring over 60s songs, 100 costume changes and nostalgic video. From Aretha to Zeppelin, Decades Rewind will have you singing and dancing in the aisles. This IS the story…

Decades Rewind is a National touring concert, dance party and theatrical performance all wrapped up in one blockbuster show! Celebrate the hits of the 60s, 70s and 80s from the most prominent decades in music history. Disco, Funk, Rock and Motown all take center stage in this brand new theatrical concert featuring over 60s songs, 100 costume changes and nostalgic video. From Aretha to Zeppelin, Decades Rewind will have you singing and dancing in the aisles. This IS the story…

This year’s 20th anniversary tour promises to be extra-special, reuniting Koz with two members of the original lineup – David Benoit and Peter White – and Rick Braun, a guest on many of Dave’s holiday jaunts, dating back to the early years. Newcomer Selina Albright will also join in the festivities. Together, the five remarkable artists will perform fresh renditions of Christmas classics as well as a Chanukah medley and hits from their respective catalogs.

This year’s 20th-anniversary tour promises to be extra-special, reuniting Koz with two members of the original lineup –David Benoit and Peter White –and Rick Braun, a guest on many of Dave’s holiday jaunts, dating back to the early years. Newcomer Selina Albright will also join in the festivities. Together, the five remarkable artists will perform fresh renditions of Christmas classics as well as a Chanukah medley and hits from their respective catalogs.

- ADDED PERFORMANCE - Due to popular demand another performance of Buddy has been added to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall schedule on Friday, December 1, 2017 at 8PM. There are still limited tickets available to the original performance date of Tuesday, December 5 at 8PM. Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story tells the true story of Buddy’s meteoric rise to fame, from the moment in 1957 when “That’ll be the Day” hit the airwaves until his tragic death…

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This award-winning tale of Charlie Brown has been a longstanding tradition, warming the hearts of millions of fans since it first aired on television over 50 years ago. The live-on-stage adaptation of the classic animated television special brings all your favorite characters to life – showcasing the unforgettable sounds of Vince Guaraldi, performed by a three-piece ensemble on stage, as well as a concert of beloved holiday carols led by the Peanuts characters. Make the day complete and have a…

Cirque Dreams Holidaze lights up the 2017 season with its 10th Anniversary National Tour, a critically-acclaimed holiday stage extravaganza that is a cirque spectacle, Broadway musical and family show all in one! Filled with over 300 imaginative costumes, 20 world-class astonishing acts, soaring acrobatics, gravity-defying feats, elaborate production numbers and illusions that will leave you mesmerized.

This celebrated adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is rich with thrilling ensemble music, alive with color and movement and is created to tell this great and enduring tale in a manner that people of all ages will enjoy. Woven throughout this classic tale are beautiful new arrangements and moving renditions of holiday songs such as “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Wassail Wassail,” “Good Christian Men Rejoice,” “Away in a Manger,” “Greensleeves,” “The Boar’s Head Carol” and many more.…

Wed, Jan. 3, 2018 – 7PM Imre Kollár, conductor (Budapest) Monika Rebholz, soprano (Vienna) Franz Gürtelschmied, tenor (Vienna) Featuring Strauss Symphony of America with dancers from Kiev-Aniko Ballet of Ukraine & International Champion Ballroom Dancers This holiday season, the spirited romance of operetta, the glamour of ballroom dance, and the delicate beauty of ballet will waltz you into a triumphant 2018. Inspired by Vienna’s beloved New Year’s Concert, this charming celebration blends acclaimed European singers and dancers with The Strauss…

Salute to Vienna is a Celebration! Escape to Viennas Golden Age! With this extravaganza of beautiful music dazzling costume, and brilliant performances by Europes finest singers-dancers and conductors and take joy in the stories of romance - humor and adventure that will play out before you! Salute to Vienna New Years Concert is a glass of sparkling champagne raised to life itself.

Comedian Ron “Tater Salad” White first rose to fame as the cigar-smoking, scotch-drinking funnyman from the Blue Collar Comedy Tour phenomenon, but now as a chart-topping Grammy®-nominated comedian and a feature film actor, Ron White has established himself as a star in his own right. White has always been a classic storyteller. His stories relay tales from his real life, ranging from growing up in a small town in Texas to sharing stories of his daily life to becoming one…

From 1968 thru 1986 Peter Cetera was the singer, songwriter, and bass player for the legendary rock group Chicago. In his time with the group, they recorded 18 of the most memorable albums of a generation, including such hits as “If You Leave Me Now,” “Baby What a Big Surprise” and “You’re the Inspiration.” A solo artist since 1986, Peter has recorded 10 time-honored CDs including his #1 hit, the Academy Award®-nominated song “The Glory of Love” from the hit…

Steve Solomon, author and star of the three-time award-winning, critically-acclaimed show: “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m in Therapy” now brings you: “CANNOLI, LATKES & GUILT...the therapy continues,” Steve’s newest project. Prepare to laugh, prepare to cry, and prepare to spend a wonderful side-splitting evening with Steve and his wacky family and friends. You’ll leave remembering why you left home in the first place; dinner for thirty five…one toilet and no plunger! “I COULDN’T STOP LAUGHING!” – Liza…

"Classy" is the word used over and over to describe The 5th Dimension. With over 20 million records sold worldwide, 22 Top 40 Hits, 5 No. 1 hits and 6 Grammys®, they continue to awe. Classic songs include: "Up, Up, and Away," "One Less Bell to Answer" and the iconic "Aquarius/Let the Sun Shine In." Original member and lead vocalist, Florence LaRue works hard to remain true to the sound of The 5th Dimension and performs their hits in their…

Chita & Tune: Just In Time is a unique concert event that pairs two of Broadway’s most celebrated legends. Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune collectively have won 12 Tony Awards® and this iconic Broadway coupling is guaranteed to dazzle you!

Fans of the most talked-about show on television can now get their fantasy fix live on stage with the hilarious send-up Musical Thrones: A Parody of Ice & Fire. Your most beloved and be-hated characters come to life as you journey through all 6 seasons of the Game of Thrones series. You will be transported to Thrones’ magical locations where bloodthirsty musical theater comics leave no joke unturned in serving up Thrones’ notorious violence, power struggles, manipulation and sex, plus…

Tapestry: Tribute to Carole King faithfully recreates the glorious sound of a Carole King concert, leaving you with memories of the great music she wrote and recorded, including “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Take Good Care of My Baby,” “It’s Too Late,” “Beautiful” and “I Feel the Earth Move.” Her 1971 album Tapestry remained the best-selling album by a female artist for a quarter century, and King went on to amass three other platinum and seven gold albums. Tapestry: Tribute to…

Paul Anka – what more can we say? The legendary singer/songwriter, one of the biggest teen idols of the late ‘50’s, is an ever-popular performer here at the Van Wezel. With well over 500 songs to his credit, the most memorable being “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” “My Way” and the famous theme from “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson,” Paul is the only artist in history to have a song in the Billboard Top 100 during seven separate…

Masters of Illusion, America’s largest touring magic show, returns on their “Believe the Impossible” tour! Nothing beats the experience of seeing a magic show in person. You will see grand illusions, levitating women, appearances, vanishes, escapes, comedy, magic, sleight of hand and beautiful dancers all rolled up into one live show! Only the best, most unique, amusing, astounding and amazing performers have been chosen to perform in this huge stage phenomenon.

Following their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Stu Cook, and Doug “Cosmo” Clifford (original members of Creedence Clearwater Revival) launched their Creedence Clearwater Revisited project in 1995. Since then, the legendary rhythm section has been overwhelmed by the outpouring of affection for their new band. The band has toured North America, South America, Central America, New Zealand, Australia, Europe and Asia, knocking out audiences with outstanding concerts jam-packed with songs that were touchstones of a generation.

Welcome back Michael Feinstein, the multi-platinum-selling, two-time Emmy® and five-time Grammy Award®-nominated entertainer! His 200-plus shows a year have included performances at Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, the White House and Buckingham Palace and, of course, here at the Van Wezel! Enjoy an evening filled with classics by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and others of the era as he Celebrates the Crooners.

IN THE MOOD is a celebration of the music of the 1930s & '40s – the Big Band era. It was the last time that all Americans were listening and dancing to the same kind of music. With our live sensational 13-piece String of Pearls Big Band Orchestra and our fabulous IN THE MOOD Singers and Dancers, the great melodies and lyrics that are still with us today are presented in a musical revue that is jazzy, sentimental, rhythmic, nostalgic…

Diana Krall is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. To date, her albums have garnered five Grammy Awards®, eight Juno Awards® and have also earned nine gold, three platinum and seven multi-platinum albums. Krall's unique artistry transcends any single musical style and has made her one of the most recognizable artists of our time.

Under the Artistic Direction of Emmy Award Winner, TRAVIS WALL, and co-created with NICK LAZZARINI, TEDDY FORANCE and KYLE ROBINSON, SHAPING SOUND is an electrifying mash-up of dance styles and musical genres brought fully to life on stage by a dynamic company of contemporary dancers. In After the Curtain, these visual musicians continue to dazzle audiences as they tell the story of a man fighting to find his creative voice after the death of his one true love. Heart-wrenching, breath-taking…

Comedian Brian Regan brings his comedic standard of excellence in Brian Regan Live to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 7:30PM. Regan, a Miami, Florida native, has been performing stand-up comedy since 1980. Today, Regan is considered one of the most renowned stand-up comedians the world has ever seen and his performances are regarded as dirt-free, universal and relatable to generations of fans who simply love his clean and exclusive comedy. “He is one…

A regular on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Brian Regan is the unique comedian whose material is relatable to generations of fans and revered by comedians as the best in the business. His first Netflix special was taped June 23 & 24 at The Paramount Theater in Denver and will be released in November. On November 11, he will make his Carnegie Hall debut and in October he co-starred alongside Ron Livingston in Peter Farrelly’s new TV series, Loudermilk.…

The Van Wezel welcomes back 19-time Grammy Award®- winner Tony Bennett! With albums selling both Platinum and Gold and a Citizen of the World Award from the United Nations, Tony Bennett epitomizes the phrase ‘a living legend’. Tony continues to touch the hearts and souls of audiences with his legendary vocals and charming stage presence. Among his long list of achievements and awards, spanning over 60 years, is the prestigious Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, making this artist a true international…

A jazz performer at heart, Nat King Cole broke the pop barrier with his smoky, smooth vocals, stringing along a huge number of solid hits right after his first “Straighten Up And Fly Right.” Ramsey Lewis and John Pizzarelli have crafted a tribute to the titan of fifties vocal pop, from his hits to the singular tracks of sophisticated cool jazz that have influenced their own careers. Lewis, a master musician with over 50 years of performance behind him, is…

TV’s hottest show will be at the Van Wezel this winter in Dancing with the Stars: Live! – Light Up the Night. Dont miss this all-new production as it showcases ballroom and contemporary dances from ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 8PM. The show includes sizzling group numbers, steamy duets and over-the-top original pieces.

The Beach Boys return by popular demand to the Van Wezel. Having tallied up dozens of hits and sold albums by the tens of millions with hits including “I Get Around,” “Good Vibrations” and “California Girls,” The Beach Boys changed the musical landscape forever! The Beach Boys continue to create and perform with the same bold imagination and style that marked their explosive debut over 50 years ago, join us this Valentine’s day for some “Fun Fun Fun!”

Grammy® Award-winning master guitarist, singer and song-writer George Benson returns to the Van Wezel! With his impeccable sense of rhythm, Benson is best known for his funky hits of the '70s and '80s including “Breezin,” “Turn Your Love Around” and “Never Give Up on a Good Thing.” His trademark modern jazz paired with his soulful bluesy singing are sure to get you toe-tapping in your seat!

Grammy®-, Emmy®- and Tony®-Award-winning pop music icon Barry Manilow makes his debut in Sarasota in celebration of his latest album, This is My Town: Songs of New York. Hear Manilow perform his greatest hits like “Copacabana” and “Mandy” as well as songs from his album on the intimate Van Wezel stage. Barry Manilow's unparalleled career encompasses virtually every area of music, including performing, composing, arranging and producing. A Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Manilow has triumphed in every medium of…

Two notes. That’s all it takes to recognize the voice of Michael McDonald. Distinctive and soulful, it is one of the most yearningly emotive instruments of our times. To this add formidable songwriting and keyboard skills, and you have an artist who has been a singular musical presence for four decades. From ‘70s-era Doobie Brothers classics such as “What A Fool Believes” and solo hits like “I Keep Forgettin,” the five-time Grammy Award®-winning McDonald is both timeless and ever-evolving.

Quality is timeless. Just ask The Hot Sardines. In the hot jazz movement, The Hot Sardines stand apart for the innovation, verve and sheer joy they bring to music, both new and old. Music first made famous decades ago comes alive through their brassy horn arrangements, rollicking piano melodies, and vocals from a chanteuse who transports listeners to a different era with the mere lilt of her voice. Don’t miss this exciting Sarasota premiere!

Stayin' Alive, with Tony Mattina, Todd Sharman and Joseph Janisse, offers to their audiences the songs and sights of a full Bee Gees play list, singing blockbusters such as "Night Fever", "Jive Talkin'", "How Deep Is Your Love", "You Should be Dancing", “Nights on Broadway” and "Stayin' Alive". In addition, they perform softer poetic ballads such as "I Started a Joke“, “Massachusetts“, “Fanny be Tender“, “Words“ and “To Love Somebody“ among other great hits. Stayin' Alive is the largest and…

Esteemed singer-songwriter and musician Gordon Lightfoot returns to the Van Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall! Lightfoot’s stellar career includes twenty recorded albums, five Grammy® nominations, induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and a vast song catalog. Tickets: http://www.vanwezel.org/boxoffice/gordon-lightfoot/

Moscow Festival Ballet was founded in 1989 when legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet Sergei Radchenko brought together the highest classical elements of the great Bolshoi & Kirov Ballets. Romeo & Juliet, the full-length ballet with Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score and choreography by Elena Radchenko, is the second part of our program. Carmen, a full-length ballet in one act, was initially banned by the Soviet hierarchy as "disrespectful" to the opera. It has since become, however, popular in the West…

Join us for the National Tour of Wizard of Oz in Sarasota, FL! This production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is a spectacular celebration of that classic 1939 MGM film. It’s a new, refreshed and lavish rendition of the beloved classic. Audiences young and old, seeing it for the first time or the fifth, will be dazzled by the brightly colored sets, charmed by its timeless score and enthralled with its breathtaking special effects. It truly is a wonderful show…

Join us for the National Tour of Wizard of Oz in Sarasota, FL! This production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is a spectacular celebration of that classic 1939 MGM film. It’s a new, refreshed and lavish rendition of the beloved classic. Audiences young and old, seeing it for the first time or the fifth, will be dazzled by the brightly colored sets, charmed by its timeless score and enthralled with its breathtaking special effects. It truly is a wonderful show…

This is a Rick Springfield FULL BAND show. Tickets on sale Sept 9 at 10am ET. Box office: 941-953-3368.

Grammy® Award-winning, stand-up comedian, Lewis Black, returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, March 23, 2018 at 8:00PM. Black is one of the most prolific and popular performers working today. He executes a brilliant trifecta as a stand-up comedian, actor and author. Receiving critical acclaim, he performs more than 200 nights annually, to sold-out audiences throughout Europe, New Zealand, Canada and the United States. He is one of a few performers to sell out multiple renowned theaters,…

Your favorite Disney Junior friends are coming to a city near you! Are you ready to DANCE?!? Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour is an ALL NEW interactive live concert experience. Sing along to Disney Junior’s greatest hits with your favorite characters: Mickey and the Roadster Racers, Sofia The First, Puppy Dog Pals, Elena of Avalor, Doc McStuffins, Vampirina, The Lion Guard and more! Kids of all ages and their families are invited to get up and dance, play games…

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