Sarasota Orchestra

Concerts

On Broadway: Defying Gravity

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 01-30-2026 19:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7587/7710, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 01-31-2026 14:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7587/7716, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 01-31-2026 19:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7587/7711, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Has intermission?: No
Conductor: Evan Roider
Featured Guest Artists: Scott Coulter, Jessica Hendy, Kelli Rabke, John Boswell

This thrilling program celebrates history’s greatest musicals, including The Lion King, Hamilton, Jersey Boys, The Phantom of the Opera, and the biggest blockbuster of them all: Wicked. A trio of phenomenal vocalists offer breathtaking performances with Evan Roider on the podium, conductor of more than 1,000 performances of Wicked.

When the Saints Go Marching In

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 03-13-2026 19:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7588/7712, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 03-14-2026 14:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7588/7717, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 03-14-2026 19:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7588/7713, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Has intermission?: No
Conductor: Byron Stripling
Featured Guest Artists: Crystal Monee Hall, Bobby Floyd

Jazz artist Byron Stripling first stepped into the spotlight as lead trumpeter and star soloist with the Count Basie Orchestra. In this homage to the birth of the blues, Byron leads you on a journey through the classic melodies of hits made famous by Jazz Age icons and New Orleans favorites such as Muddy Waters, Ma Rainey, and Louis Armstrong.

Morgan James, featured vocalist

Bond and Beyond

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 04-24-2026 19:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7589/7714, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 04-25-2026 14:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7589/7718, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 04-25-2026 19:30, Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7589/7715, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Has intermission?: No
Conductor: Christopher Confessore
Featured Guest Artists: None/Single Artist, Morgan James

James Bond may have preferred “shaken,” but this symphonic tribute to 007’s musical legacy is guaranteed to leave you “stirred!” This thrilling concert features iconic themes and lush vocals from across the Bond universe, from Goldfinger to Goldeneye (and more). Relive the suspense, passion, and glamour with soaring melodies and powerful brass. The New York Times said of the featured vocalist, Morgan James, "This woman is on fire."

Bugs, Bats, and Birds

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 10-15-2025 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7574/7725, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 10-16-2025 19:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7574/7737, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 10-17-2025 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7574/7731, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 10-18-2025 19:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7574/7719, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Has intermission?: No
Conductor: Stuart Chafetz

Our Great Escapes kickoff happens in the middle of spooky season, but don’t be frightened! This charming program chases off the creepy crawlies with bright melodies from the opera house to the movie theater, the ballet, and the greatest rock ‘n’ roll concerts in history.

Oh, What Fun!

Concerts

On Sale: Yes
Flex: Yes
Date(s):
- Date: 12-10-2025 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7575/7726, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 12-11-2025 19:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7575/7738, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 12-12-2025 17:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7575/7732, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 12-13-2025 19:30, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7575/7720, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
- Date: 12-14-2025 16:00, Venue: Holley Hall, Purchase URL: https://buy.sarasotaorchestra.org/7575/7743, Is Sold Out?: No, Is Cancelled?: No, Is Postponed?: No
Event Cancelled: No
Has intermission?: No
Conductor: Chelsea Gallo
Cost Override: starting at $45

Join Sarasota Orchestra in celebrating the most fond and festive moments of the holidays and the special memories we look forward to making every year. Highlights include Festive Sounds of Hanukkah and a locally flavored twist on The Twelve Days of Christmas.

Concerts

On Broadway: Defying Gravity

When the Saints Go Marching In

Bond and Beyond

Bugs, Bats, and Birds

Oh, What Fun!

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