Entertainment in Sarasota
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Gator Club
Sarasota’s most unique nightclub, the Gator offers live music seven nights a week – everything from Motown and salsa to reggae and alternative dance tunes. The vibe is comfortable and posh, reminiscent of an old upper-crust New York cigar club – think exposed brick walls, leaded glass mirrors and antique brass fixtures.
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Coasters
On the way to or from Siesta Key, Coasters is popular for its casual waterfront location, salads, sandwiches, wraps and two-for-one drinks. With a modicum of luck, you’ll see dolphins frolicking in a waterway right near your table. This is a great place to catch the sunset and watch pleasure boats cruising by.
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Cad’zan Bar
Inside the Ritz-Carlton, this swanky lounge serves the best chocolate martini in Sarasota – it’s liquid dessert that gives you a buzz, and don’t be surprised to find yourself licking the glass after the last heavenly sip. The atmosphere is old-world elegant, complete with jazz and dancing.
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Sarasota News & Books
When they say 'from latte to literature' they aren't kidding. Along with plenty of books and magazines, this independent café serves strong and flavorful espresso. It's a perfect alternative to that ubiquitous coffeehouse chain that shall remain nameless.
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Sarasota Opera House
This elegant, 1000-seat Mediterranean Revival venue was built in 1926 and has served Sarasota opera well since the early 1960s. Don’t understand Italian? No worries; English translations are projected above the stage.
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Players Theatre
A highly regarded nonprofit organization, this theater stages six well-known musicals, a couple of plays and summertime specials. Perhaps you’ll discover the next Pee Wee Herman (who was actually discovered here).
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Florida West Coast Symphony
In addition to sponsoring the Sarasota Music Festival in June, this symphony performs masterworks and ensemble performances with the Florida String Quartet and classical concerts at local venues.
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Siesta Key Oyster Bar
Head down to Siesta Key, along Ocean Blvd and Beach Rd, and follow your ears to find your version of a boisterous, raucous time. Pop into the Siesta Key Oyster Bar for a rollicking good time.
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FSU Center for the Performing Arts
On the Ringling Estate, this regional center hosts the Asolo Theater Company, visiting theater companies and the annual Asolo Theater Festival at its 19th-century Italian playhouse.
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Beach Club
Head down to Siesta Key, along Ocean Blvd and Beach Rd, and follow your ears to find your version of a boisterous, raucous time. Check out the Beach Club for a rollicking good time.
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Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
That big, fantastical purple building - some might say 'obnoxious' - is the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, purveyor of symphony, dance and theater.
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Sarasota Film Society
In November, don't miss the annual 10-day CINE-World Film Festival of the Sarasota Film Society, which screens over 40 of the year's best international films.
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Florida Studio Theatre
These folks stage contemporary musicals and plays as well as mounting an early 20th-century European-style cabaret supper club with à la carte dining.
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Hollywood 20 Cinemas
If you can't find something worth seeing on one of the 20 screens here, the movie industry is in big trouble.
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Daiquiri Deck
An after-beach happy-hour spot right on the water serving two-for-one drinks from 3pm to 7pm.
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Bijou Café
Indulge in the excellent French-inspired cuisine at this intimate downtown café.
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Old Salty Dog
This breezy outdoor restaurant and bar makes a great spot for an early evening beer.
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