Built in 1969, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is a performing arts venue neighboring the Sarasota Bay.  The Van Wezel (pronounced Van Wayzull) presents a broad spectrum of the world’s finest performers; spectacular Broadway musicals, top national and international performers, popular comedians, world-class symphony orchestras and a compelling mix of classical, modern and ethnic dance. The 1741-seat Roskamp Auditorium provides rare intimacy for audience and performers alike. In addition to state-of-the-art lighting and sound system, the theater has nine dressing rooms, two large chorus dressing rooms, a green room and catering kitchen. Each summer, Van Wezel presents free outdoor concerts on the Bayfront lawn with its Friday Fest series, attracting thousands who enjoy the music of regional bands. ...

Joyland Live Music Venue is a live music bar & grill on the Sarasota/Bradenton county line. The venue features a true stage and concert-quality sound system, a large dance floor, and elevated seating areas providing enhanced views of the stage. Joyland has live music every Friday and Saturday night, along with dance music from the best DJs in Southwest Florida. ...

The Glenridge Performing Arts Center (GPAC) is conveniently located on the campus of The Glenridge on Palmer Ranch in Sarasota, FL. Glenridge On Palmer Ranch Performing Arts Center includes an intimate 260-seat theater with an inviting atmosphere for high-quality entertainment. GPAC’s theater has state-of-the-art lighting and sound, a proscenium stage sprung for dancing, two large dressing rooms, a large movie screen, a Schimmel grand piano and more. ...