For Immediate Release

Sept. 22, 2015

Media contact: Amanda Heisey

941-365-5118, ext. 304
aheisey@sarasotaarts.org

2015/16 Culture Collective Season Announced

SARASOTA, FL The SARASOTA CULTURE COLLECTIVE gives those interested in the arts
(ages 21-39) the chance to experience Sarasotas world-class organizations at a dramatically
discounted rate and exclusive access to pre- or post-show mix and mingle events. These events
vary from cocktails, appetizers, a chance to schmooze with the younger set in Sarasota and a
short up close and personal presentation by a performer or director from the arts organization.
Memberships are $99, which gets you one ticket to one performance at each of the following
organizations: Asolo Repertory Theatre, The Sarasota Ballet, Circus Arts Conservatory, Sarasota
Opera, Sarasota Orchestra and The Ringling. Discounts to other arts organizations in the area and
meet up events hosted by the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County.
2015/16 season
Opening Event
Oct. 8, 2015
The Sarasota Opera House
Hosted by the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County
Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County
Oct. 26, 2015 | Annual Arts Awards
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Sarasota Orchestra
Dec. 5, 2015 | Eroica
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Sarasota Ballet
Dec. 19, 2015 | John Ringlings Circus Nutcracker
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
The Circus Arts Conservatory
Feb. 17, 2016 | Circus Sarasota Winter Show
Under the Big Top at the UTC Mall
Sarasota Opera
March 2, 2016 | Aida
The Sarasota Opera House
The Ringling
April 21, 2016 | Tour of Center for Asian Art
Dr. Helga Wall-Apelt Gallery of Asian Art

1226 N. Tamiami Trail, Suite 300 Sarasota, FL 34236 Phone 941-365-5118 Fax 941-365-2787
www.sarasotaarts.org

Asolo Rep
May 4, 2016 | Josephine
Asolo Repertory Theatre

Memberships are now available. To learn more about the Culture Collective visit
www.sarasotaculturecollective.com/
For questions, kindly email aheisey@sarasotaarts.org or call (941) 365-5118 x304.

The Arts and Cultural Alliance is a member-powered organization that serves as an advocate for arts and culture in
Sarasota County. Founded in 1986 by a group of committed citizens, the Alliance has administered more than $14
million in grants to area artists and arts organizations. The Alliance works to ensure arts and culture remain essential to
the continuing development of a vibrant, creative community. This is achieved through arts advocacy, education and
community outreach. For more information about how you can join the Arts and Cultural Alliance please visit our website
at www.sarasotaarts.org or call (941) 365-5118, extension 304.
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1226 N. Tamiami Trail, Suite 300 Sarasota, FL 34236 Phone 941-365-5118 Fax 941-365-2787
www.sarasotaarts.org