Luncheon: What’s New for Our Leading Arts Organizations
What’s New for These Leading Arts Organizations
Meet the artistic leaders who are launching their fall schedules with plans for the coming season and coming years. Learn more at our October luncheon from Rick Kerby, producing artistic director of the Manatee Performing Arts Center overseeing its new four-story addition; Richard Russell, who is starting his tenure as both general and artistic director of the Sarasota Opera; and Kyle Turoff, general manager of the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and booking manager of this iconic hall. Jay Handelman, theater critic and co-founder/co-editor of ArtsBeat, will lead this lively discussion. Register now so you don’t miss out on what’s new now and what’s in store for these leading arts organizations.
Lunch Choices - Use dropdowns on the registration form to indicate your selections. Please note that your entreé and dessert choices cannot be changed at the luncheon.
Regular Entree: Cobb salad of mixed greens, tomatoes, boiled eggs, bacon, sliced avocado, crumbled blue cheese, sliced grilled chicken
Vegan Entree: Cobb salad with garbanzo beans (no chicken, bacon, or cheese)
Dessert: Chocolate Decadence with raspberry coulis (gf) or Fruit
Arts Advocates is pleased to have Observer Media Group as its media sponsor for the 2026-2027 season.
Event Information
| Event Date | 10-15-2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Cut off date | 10-09-2026 11:30 pm |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Location | Sarasota Yacht Club |
Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Arts Advocates member | $45.00 |
| Non-member | $50.00 |