A community effort
A broadly distributed survey throughout our community confirmed most Sarasota-Manatee County residents believe the Music Center will become an important new performing arts asset and plan to attend events there in the future.
Nearly 30 local arts organizations shared positive feedback about the Music Center project, with an emphasis on the need for a permanent home to host rehearsals and performances.
Residential neighbors near the Music Center site have expressed enthusiasm and shared valuable input for consideration about outdoor parks and walking trails, parking and privacy.
- 85%
of residents surveyed support the Music Center project
- 78%
of residents surveyed believe the Music Center will serve as an important cultural resource for our community
- 85%
of residents surveyed recognize the impact an acoustic concert hall will have on the quality of audience experiences
- 89%
of residents surveyed said they would be likely to attend future events at the new location
It is a musical home with which the entire community takes pride and immerses itself in joy.
Impact that begins long before opening night
- $375M
In new economic activity generated by construction alone.
- $128M
In new earnings flowing directly into the hands of workers and families in our community.
- 2,281
Person-years of employment — real, sustained jobs for the people who build it.
Culture should be for everyone. The Music Center makes that dream a reality.
