The Venice Symphony was incorporated in November 1974 when 56 area volunteer musicians joined together under the leadership of Hartley Haines, the director of music in the public schools. Originally, the orchestra played three concerts in the Venice High School auditorium with banks and subscribers covering the costs. As operating costs increased and the musicians were compensated, and The Symphony began to charge for tickets. In 2016, Christine Kasten was named Executive Director. Also in 2016, Bank of America began sponsoring a Pre-Concert Talk Series, a free and informal discussion with the Maestro and guest soloists, moderated by Alan Gardner and open to the public.
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An auditorium, an arena and the Potter building are all part of Sarasota Fairgrounds making it an ideal venue to rent for small or large scale events. Large events like trade fairs, concerts, sporting events or craft fairs with up to 5000 persons can visit the fairgrounds and it can be rented for weddings or family gatherings.
Concerts, Entertainment, Weddings, Banquets, Private Parties, Fundriasers
One of St. Pete's distinguished downtown night venues, Jannus Live features a variety of rock, alternative and Western musical performers. Dress casually, sit in the open air and order from a full bar while nibbling light fare from the small menu. Jannus Live is not large, but actually seeing the show is not always easy; there are benches to stand on to see over other people. The Green Room nightclub draws the crowds when no acts are performing at the courtyard.
