By JAY HANDELMAN, HERALD-TRIBUNE
SARASOTA – You’ll hear a lot of giggles and quite a few oohs and aahs during the 2018 edition of the Summer Circus Spectacular, which brings the Circus Arts Conservatory back to The Ringling’s Historic Asolo Theater. More
By AMELIA HANKS, OBSERVER GROUP
SARASOTA – Harper Lassiter, 3, couldn’t tear her eyes away from the plate she spun on a stick at The Mall at UTC. Her small hand grasped the end of the stick and had to be pried away by her father, Jimmy Lassiter. More
By ANNA BRYSON, HERALD-TRIBUNE
SARASOTA – Summer Circus Spectacular is back for its 11th annual production featuring some of the circus world’s most exciting acts. The Circus Arts Conservatory and The Ringling are presenting another show for “children of all ages” to enjoy today through July 28. More
By WHITNEY ELFSTROM, HERALD-TRIBUNE
SARASOTA – Standing 20 feet in the air on a small platform, with a clear view of downtown Sarasota, 12 brave kids are taking big leaps this week during the Circus Arts Conservatory first three-day flying trapeze summer workshop. More
By SRQ DAILY SATURDAY PERSPECTIVES EDITION
SARASOTA —A new era of circus arts legacy has begun. This week The Circus Arts Conservatory officially broke ground in the iconic Sailor Circus Arena for a $4 million renovation that will provide air conditioning, state-of-the-art flooring and retractable seating. More.
By Kimberly Kuizon, FOX 13 News
SARASOTA — Thanks to the community’s generosity and a grant from the state, that will no longer be an issue. Money raised will provide A/C and some much-needed updates.
Construction is expected to wrap up by the end of the year, just in time for the big 70th-anniversary celebration where new memories will be made with a future generation of circus performers. More.
SARASOTA — This year, from May 8 through May 12, communities such as Sarasota County will acknowledge the benefits the travel and tourism industry has for our economy and quality of life. Guest Service Excellence – Heart of House award went to Marcia Carlson Pack of The Circus Arts Conservatory. More.
BY SRQ DAILY SATURDAY PERSPECTIVES EDITION
SARASOTA — Last Saturday, The Circus Arts Conservatory, The Junior League of Sarasota, The Heart Gallery of Sarasota and The Children’s Guardian Fund partnered together to host 60 foster children and their foster families for a special presentation of the Sailor Circus Academy. The purpose of the event was to provide a light-hearted atmosphere in which foster children and their foster families were able to enjoy dinner and a fun-filled show, many attending the circus for the first time. More.
SARASOTA — “CIRQUE DES VOIX”: The Circus Arts Conservatory partners with Key Chorale to celebrate the music of Danny Elfman (best known for scoring Tim Burton films) with this performance of singing, circus acts and orchestral music. More.
BY SRQ DAILY SATURDAY PERSPECTIVES EDITION
SARASOTA — While the iconic Sailor Circus Arena goes under long-awaited renovations, flying trapeze lessons will now be held on an outside rig at the Big Top behind the Mall at UTC within Nathan Benderson Park. This class is perfect for both adults and children, whether they are local, looking to cross something off their bucket list or wanting to try a new fitness routine. More