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Historic Return & Record Funds: Hermitage Artist Retreat Raises $450K+ at 2025 Artful Lobster Fundraiser

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota County, Florida, celebrated a triumphant return to its beachfront campus and raised over $450,000 at the sold-out 17th annual Artful Lobster fundraiser on Saturday, November 8. The event supports the Hermitage’s internationally-recognized artist residency program, which invites talented creators in music, theatre, visual art, literature, dance and other disciplines […]

Hermitage Sunsets Returns to Selby Gardens for 2025-2026 Season with Six Free Outdoor Performances

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat is excited to announce the return of its beloved outdoor series, “Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens,” for the 2025-2026 season. Now in its sixth year, this collaborative program with Marie Selby Botanical Gardens will once again offer unforgettable performances and behind-the-scenes previews of works-in-progress by Hermitage artists-in-residence and alumni — all […]

Hermitage Artist Retreat Launches Fourth Annual “Cross Arts Collaborative” to Empower Sarasota Performers as Creators

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat has unveiled its fourth season of the Cross Arts Collaborative, a unique program designed to nurture Sarasota performers who are expanding into roles as creators. With generous backing from the Koski Family Foundation, the initiative invites artists from two key local organizations—ensembleNewSRQ and Key Chorale—to live and work at its scenic […]

Hermitage Sunsets at Benderson Park Returns in 2025 with Playwright Madeline Sayet

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat is excited to announce the return of its popular “Hermitage Sunsets @ Benderson Park” series, a collaboration with the Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy that first launched in 2023. The first event of 2025 is set for Thursday, March 20, at 6:30 p.m., featuring award-winning playwright, director, and performer Madeline Sayet. A […]

Pulitzer and Tony Winner Doug Wright to Present at Hermitage Artist Retreat

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat is set to host an engaging program titled “The PlayWRIGHT’s the Thing,” featuring esteemed playwright and Hermitage Fellow Doug Wright. Scheduled for Monday, February 10, at 6 p.m., the event will take place at the Asolo Repertory Theatre’s Cook Theatre within the FSU Center for Performing Arts. Attendees will experience a […]

Hermitage Artist Retreat’s Artful Lobster Shatters Records, Raising Over $380,000 for Hurricane Recovery and Arts Residency Program

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota County, Florida, celebrated a record-breaking achievement at its 16th Annual Artful Lobster luncheon, raising over $380,000 on November 9. This annual fundraiser supports the Hermitage’s renowned artist residency program, which offers creative sanctuary for global talents in music, theater, visual art, literature, and more. Proceeds from this year’s event […]

Hermitage Artist Retreat Suffers Damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton on Manasota Key

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat today announced a modified program schedule for October and November following the impact of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. Despite the damages to the Hermitage campus on Manasota Key, the planned program with Broadway veteran Britton Smith will be moving ahead this Thursday at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Downtown Sarasota. […]

Hermitage Artist Retreat Receives Over $238,000 in National and Regional Grants

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat in Sarasota announced today that the Hermitage has been awarded nearly a dozen grants totaling over $238,000 that will support a variety of programs and initiatives, including residencies for Hermitage Fellows, arts education support, and program accessibility. Grants were awarded by the Aaron Copland Fund for Music, Amphion Foundation, Gulf Coast […]

Hermitage Artist Retreat Announces 2024-2025 Benefit Event Dates

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat, located in Sarasota County, Florida, has announced the dates for its annual benefit events for the 2024-2025 season. The 16th annual Artful Lobster Benefit will be held on Saturday, November 9th, 2024, from 11:30 am to 2 pm. This signature outdoor event raises essential funds for the Hermitage’s esteemed artist residency […]

James Whiteside Takes Center Stage: An Evening of Dance, Conversation, and Creativity at The Hermitage  Artist Retreat in Sarasota

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat, nestled in Sarasota County, Florida, is thrilled to unveil its latest program featuring the return of Hermitage Fellow and distinguished American Ballet Theatre principal dancer, James Whiteside. Embark on an enchanting journey with Whiteside as he graces the Hermitage Palm House Studio on Monday, March 4th at 5:30 pm, offering an […]

Hermitage Artist Retreat Receives $50,000 Grant from The William G. and Marie Selby Foundation

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The Hermitage Artist Retreat (Sarasota County, Florida) today announced a $50,000 Arts & Culture Grant from the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation for the Hermitage’s “Build Back Stronger: Campus, Community, Care” project. Born out of lingering hurricane repair needs, this multi-component project will enhance the accessibility, sustainability, and security of the Hermitage’s campus. The […]

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