SYMPHONY, OPERA AND BALLET
The Sarasota community offers a vast selection of cultural events in the immediate area and beyond. Not all are French-related, but thoroughly entertaining. Ask about the discount for members of Alliance Française de Sarasota.
Fall 2025
Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte
Oct. 31 - Nov. 15 2025
Duplicity, disguises, and delightful deception in 18th century Naples.
Così fan tutte, or The School for Lovers, follows the story of two naive young soldiers who prank their brides-to-be to test their faithfulness. But the sisters to whom they are betrothed have plans of their own. Find out who ends up schooling whom in Mozart's delightful comedy with a masterful score.
Fall 2025
GISELLE
November 22 – 23, 2024
Sarasota Opera House
Accompanied by the Sarasota Orchestra
Giselle | Production by Sir Peter Wright | Original Choreography by Jules Perrot and Jean Coralli | Music by Adolphe Adam
Program Two features the iconic romantic full-length classic, Giselle. Revered as one of the greatest and most faithful productions of this beloved story ballet, Sir Peter Wright’s production has been performed across the globe on virtually every continent. The ballet brings to life a story of young love, foolish betrayal, haunting tragedy, and finally redemption through forgiveness.
PRICE $35 – $125
Sarasota Opera House
61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236