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In “JoAnna Ford’s Heart Wide Open,” is a soulful, one-woman jazz performance about resilience, healing and rediscovery. Presented by West Coast Black Theatre Troupe at 7:30 p.m. June 6.
“Leaving on a Jet Plane,” part of the Summer Cabaret Series at Florida Studio Theatre, runs through June 12. This intimate folk-rock revue celebrates the 1960s with acoustic favorites by Simon & Garfunkel; Crosby, Stills & Nash; Cat Stevens; The Lovin’ Spoonful; and Bob Dylan.
“Lady Disdain” is a whip-smart romantic comedy presented by Asolo Repertory Theatre from June 6-27. Rival audiobook narrators Beatrice and Benedict spar with wits and words while battling inconvenient attraction in a hilarious fantasy romance parody.
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“Comedy Lottery” is an improv show presented by Florida Studio Theatre from June 6-27 at Bowne’s Lab. Twelve audience members choose the games while a cast of funny improv performers spin scenes, sketches and songs — putting their destiny in your hands. Tickets start at $15. 1241 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota. 941-366-9000 or floridastudiotheatre.org…