Community Calendar

The Saratota/Manatee Alumnae chapter of the Sigma Alpha Iota, musical fraternity is pleased to announce it’s annual fundraiser. Funds generated from these concerts are used to benefit Youth Music programs in the greater Bradenton/Saratota area. This year, the organization is pleased to have as featured guest artist, Jeremy Daniel Filsell, Rebecca Kellerman-Filsell, soprano, and the Key Chorale Student Scholars.

Jeremy Filsell is a British pianist, organist and composer who has served as director of music at Christ Episcopal Church in Bradenton, Florida since September 2025. He previously held similar positions in the United Kingdom and the United States, including at the St. Thomas Church in New York City prior to coming to Bradenton. He has studied at the University at Oxford, Keble College, the Royal College of Music, Blue Coat Church of England School and received His PhD in Musicology from Birmingham City University/Conservatoire. In his career, he has won numerous prizes and competitions and has made many recordings, both on organ and piano..
In demand in the UK, until 2008 he was lecturer in academic studies at the Royal Academy of Music, visiting tutor in organ studies at Eton College. Previously he was assistant organist at Ely Cathedral, He has taught masterclasses in performance and interpretation throughout the UK and in the U.S. at Yale UUniversity and Utah State University.
From 2008 to 2009, Jeremy was principal organist of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. and in 2010 became artist-in-residence at Washington National Cathedral.
Filsell is married to Rebecca Kellerman-Filsell, a freelance soprano who also works with Sarasota Young Voices.Rebecca Kellerman-Filsell is a choral specialist with 30+ years of experience singing, teaching, and leading choral programs. Rebecca serves as Assistant Artistic Director of Sarasota Young Voices and is the former Music Associate for Children and Youth at Saint Thomas Church in New York City where she founded their children’s choir, The Noble Singers.Rebecca holds a BM and MM in Voice Performance from Shenandoah University.
The Key Chorale Student Scholar Leadership Program equips gifted high-school musicians with the training and real-world experience they need to excel at the college level and beyond. Aimed at students with exceptional musical aptitude who plan to continue their studies after graduation, the program upholds a minimum 3.0 GPA to foster both academic and artistic commitment. Nominees are recommended by their choir directors and then chosen through personal interviews and competitive auditions.
Once selected, Student Scholars participate in a full Key Chorale season—singing in concerts, attending master classes, and taking part in additional performance opportunities—all at no cost. Over time, the program has grown into a three-tiered internship that blends in-depth vocal technique and choral skills training with meaningful leadership experiences.

The monthly Saturday Night Sketch Club offers chill, creative vibes with costumed models or themed still lifes, and refreshments.

Open to all skill levels—bring your own sketchbook & supplies.
Beer and wine are available for purchase.
Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere where you can sketch, explore, and connect with fellow creatives.

Experience the raw energy and swagger of "The Greatest Rock and Roll Band in the World" as The American Stones take the stage at the historic Richey Suncoast Theatre on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

This high-octane tribute is a full-scale rock ‘n’ roll revival, meticulously recreating the Rolling Stones’ glory days of the '70s and '80s. Led by a Mick Jagger doppelgänger capturing every iconic move and vocal nuance, the performance features an 8-piece ensemble—complete with horns, keys, and backup vocals—performing 100% live with no backing tracks.

Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders.

“Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the role of art in shaping Sarasota’s cultural identity—past, present, and future. Each session highlights the voices of local artists, cultural leaders, and creative thinkers as they reflect on how art connects us, tells our shared stories, and inspires meaningful dialogue. Grounded in Sarasota’s rich artistic legacy, this series celebrates the power of creativity to build community and spark change. $15 for New Friends of the Art Center. Free for Members.

Join us on Thursday, March 5, 5-7pm to celebrate the opening of four new exhibitions!

Gallery 1: Herion Park

Gallery 2: Rooted in Community: Newtown & Overtown Artists Across Generations

Gallery 3: Kendra Frorup: At Home Anywhere

Gallery 4: JURIED SHOW: Art of Spectacle, juried by Maria Schaedler-Luera

The Opening Reception is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary valet parking is available for all guests. Beer & wine is available for purchase and all artwork is for sale.

Art Center Sarasota is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of the Beaux Arts Ball on March 21, 2026—just in time to celebrate our Centennial! A beloved tradition reimagined for a new era, the Ball will honor our vibrant past while toasting the creative future of Sarasota. Expect an unforgettable evening of art, elegance, and imagination, featuring dazzling décor, inspired performances, and the creative spirit that has defined Art Center Sarasota for 100 years. Save the date—this is one celebration you won’t want to miss!

Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders.

“Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the role of art in shaping Sarasota’s cultural identity—past, present, and future. Each session highlights the voices of local artists, cultural leaders, and creative thinkers as they reflect on how art connects us, tells our shared stories, and inspires meaningful dialogue. Grounded in Sarasota’s rich artistic legacy, this series celebrates the power of creativity to build community and spark change. $15 for New Friends of the Art Center. Free for Members.

The monthly Saturday Night Sketch Club offers chill, creative vibes with costumed models or themed still lifes, and refreshments.

Open to all skill levels—bring your own sketchbook & supplies.
Beer and wine are available for purchase.
Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere where you can sketch, explore, and connect with fellow creatives.

Our new speaker series, Art, Actually, explores how art intersects with identity, community, and change through conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders.

“Art, Actually” is a community-centered speaker series at ACS that explores the role of art in shaping Sarasota’s cultural identity—past, present, and future. Each session highlights the voices of local artists, cultural leaders, and creative thinkers as they reflect on how art connects us, tells our shared stories, and inspires meaningful dialogue. Grounded in Sarasota’s rich artistic legacy, this series celebrates the power of creativity to build community and spark change. $15 for New Friends of the Art Center. Free for Members.

Join us on Thursday, May 21, 5-7pm to celebrate the opening of four new exhibitions!

Gallery 1: Anja Palombo

Gallery 2: Architects Who Art: Designing the Cultural Coast

Gallery 3: Living by the Water, Cat Tesla

Gallery 4: Juried Show: Medium Mutiny, juried by Ed Swan Jr.

The Opening Reception is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary valet parking is available for all guests. Beer & wine is available for purchase and all artwork is for sale.