Behind the Masterpiece on Florida's Cultural Coast Podcast

Visit Sarasota’s first podcast brings you behind-the-scenes stories from stages and studios across the county. Hear from directors, designers, performers and other artists who choose to call Sarasota County home and bring their talents to life here.

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SPAACES
In this episode of Behind the Masterpiece, host Jeffrey Kin sits down with Marianne Chapel, founder and director of SPAACES, a nonprofit arts organization in Sarasota. Marianne shares how the idea for SPAACES came to life, the rotating exhibitions that keep the gallery vibrant, and her vision for the future—including hopes of owning a permanent building.

With stories about supporting emerging artists, curating meaningful shows, and building community through creativity, this conversation offers an inspiring look at how SPAACES is helping Sarasota’s arts scene grow from the inside out.

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