Annual Asolo Luminary Award
Established in 2025, Asolo Repertory Theatre’s Luminary Award is an annual celebration that brings patrons of Asolo Rep face-to-face with the most distinguished minds in the world of theatre and beyond. The award and its subsequent event were formed in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee to honor creatives in the arts industry.
2026 Asolo Rep Luminary Award
Honoring Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty
The Asolo Luminary Award celebrates extraordinary artists whose work has shaped culture, inspired generations, and expanded the possibilities of theatrical storytelling. Following the inaugural award presented to Ken Ludwig, Asolo Repertory Theatre proudly honors one of the most influential writing teams of our time.
From Ragtime and Anastasia to Once On This Island and Knoxville, their music and lyrics have shaped the sound of modern musical theatre.
For more than three decades, Ahrens and Flaherty have moved audiences around the world with sweeping scores, unforgettable lyrics, and stories filled with heart, humanity, and hope. From Broadway to film to theatres across the country, their musicals have become part of the fabric of American theatre.
Join us for an intimate evening celebrating the artists whose work continues to inspire generations of theatregoers.
This event is hosted in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee

The Ora, 578 McIntosh Rd, Sarasota, FL 34232
DateMarch 16, 2026
Time6:30PM Doors, 7PM Discussion, 8PM VIP Reception
2025 Luminary Award Recipient
- Ken Ludwig – Playwright, Author, Screenwriter and Director