Dec 15 Monday
Nix and Jude have been on the road as The Magi for eight years — and have shared nearly all of that time together, falling in love after seven years and eleven months. Now, as the holiday lights begin to glow, both the band and the couple find themselves at a breaking point. The Magi peels back the curtain on the sacrifices we make for those we deeply cherish. Equal parts festive concert, tender love story, and deliciously awkward moments — get ready for an evening as real as it is heartwarming.
Dec 16 Tuesday
Swing into an evening of style, swagger, and timeless charm with Feeling Good, a high-energy celebration of modern crooners. From the timeless elegance of Sinatra and the smooth sophistication of Michael Bublé to the sparkle of Bette Midler and Lady Gaga, this show delivers silky vocals, irresistible rhythms, and captivating personality. Savor swingin’ favorites like “Come Fly With Me” and “It Had to Be You,” fresh hits like “Home” and “Moondance,” and delightfully cheeky numbers such as “Stuff Like That There” and “Me and Mrs. Jones.” Equal parts class and sass, Feeling Good will leave you – well – feeling good.
From Billy Joel to Alicia Keys, from Ray Charles to Freddie Mercury, Three Pianos celebrates the piano legends who refused to play by the rules. These aren’t your cookie-cutter rock stars: they’re the rebels, romantics, and risk-takers who turned 88 keys into pure magic. Enjoy timeless favorites like “Crocodile Rock,” “Just the Way You Are,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “I’m Still Standing,” and “Beautiful.” From the soulful sway of Fats Domino to the anthemic joy of Elton John, this high-energy musical revue proves that when you follow your own tune, the music never stops.
A comedic murder mystery, complete with mistaken identities, six million bucks in diamonds, and a corpse in a wheelchair. An unassuming English shoe salesman who is forced to take the embalmed body of his recently murdered uncle on a vacation to Monte Carlo. Should he succeed in passing his uncle off as alive, Harry Witherspoon stands to inherit six million dollars. If not, the money goes to the Universal Dog Home of Brooklyn...or else his uncle's gun-toting ex!
Dec 17 Wednesday
Celebrate the Festival of Lights at Hanukkah at UTC Under the Big Top on Wednesday, December 17, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Held inside Nik Wallenda’s Wonderland circus tent, this free community celebration features a live performance by acclaimed Jewish a cappella group Six13, along with festive treats, face painting, and holiday fun for all.
Dec 18 Thursday
Artist Series Concerts: Morning SongErin Wagner, mezzo soprano; Daniel McGrew, tenor; Jesse Martins, pianoFeatured Emerging ArtistsThursday, December 18, 2025 • 11:00 am performance followed by luncheonSarasota Yacht Club, 1100 John Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL 34236Spend the morning surrounded by the glorious sounds of two outstanding Young Concert Artists. Winner of multiple vocal competitions, mezzo soprano Erin Wagner made her Metropolitan Opera debut during the 2024-25 season. Tenor Daniel McGrew has been heard in recital at Merkin Hall and the Kennedy Center, and in performance with the Boston Pops. Accompanied by Sarasota Opera pianist Jesse Martins, their program includes music from opera and Broadway along with some holiday favorites. Single ticket: $75 (includes lunch) at ArtistSeriesConcerts.org. Series sponsored by Don and Jo Ann Burhart and Kandy Kaak.