Fabulous Arts Foundation

Fabulous Arts Foundation Arts-Advocacy-Mental Health non-profit organization in Sarasota+Manatee FL, a place to heal and be inspired. LGBTQ+ Center located in Sarasota, FL
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Mission:

Fabulous Arts Foundation fosters the arts as a catalyst for social change, healing, and empowerment, while amplifying LGBTQ+ voices. Through dynamic programming and holistic support services, we provide spaces where individuals can connect, express themselves, and thrive. Vision
We envision a vibrant and inclusive community where LGBTQ+ individuals are uplifted, seen, and heard. Through

our new LGBTQ+ center, we aim to foster emerging artists, offer access to mental health services, and create safe spaces for healing through the arts. Our goal is to cultivate meaningful connections, provide a platform for expression, and inspire transformation by supporting the personal and collective growth of our community. Art-Music-Performing and visual Art-Dance-Film-Advocacy

Celebrating 15 years! Be Fabulous 3-Day Music & Arts PRIDE Festival
May always the second weekend every year

Fabulous Independent Film - Sarasota's LGBTQ+ Film Fest

Our organization has a strong history of creating spaces that foster meaningful connections within the LGBTQ+ community. Through 15 years of experience organizing events such as the Be Fabulous Music & Arts Pride Fest and the Fabulous Independent Film Festival, we’ve built a deep network of community partners, artists, and advocates. These programs provide opportunities for LGBTQ+ individuals to come together, express themselves, and build supportive relationships. Our newest initiative, the LGBTQ+ Center, will further enhance social connection by offering inclusive programming, including mental health workshops, arts-based activities, and peer support groups. With a focus on healing through creativity and shared experiences, the center will serve as a safe and welcoming environment where individuals can connect, share their stories, and grow together. Our track record of successful events and partnerships demonstrates our ability to implement engaging programming that meets the needs of a diverse LGBTQ+ community. Fabulous Arts Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization and contributions are tax deductible.

🌿🎛️ Swamp Yell Sound Lab 🎛️🌿Join us for an experimental sound exploration session led by Shannon Fortner at 925 Maddox G...
06/03/2026

🌿🎛️ Swamp Yell Sound Lab 🎛️🌿
Join us for an experimental sound exploration session led by Shannon Fortner at 925 Maddox Gallery + Center on June 17th from 4:00–7:00 PM.
Step into a hands-on creative space filled with pedals, keyboards, and sound-making tools where you can experiment, improvise, and build your own unique soundscapes. No musical experience needed by just curiosity and a willingness to explore.
This is a community-centered space for listening, creating, and connecting through sound. Come play with texture, noise, rhythm, and resonance in a supportive environment where everyone is invited to participate.
✨ Free & open to the community
✨ All experience levels welcome
✨ Come as you are, create as you feel

Swamp Yell


We’re honored to be a beneficiary of Elton John Impact Awards celebrating the change-makers who are redefining culture a...
06/01/2026

We’re honored to be a beneficiary of Elton John Impact Awards celebrating the change-makers who are redefining culture and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community. 🌈

Because of this support and visibility from The Elton John Impact Awards, and
the Fabulous Arts Foundation has empowered LGBTQIA+ individuals through the arts, community connection, wellness programs, and affirming spaces. Through our festivals, exhibitions, support groups, and the Fab LGBTQIA+ Center, we help people feel seen, supported, and connected while expanding access to resources that strengthen our community.

This year’s honorees – including Jonathan Bailey, Laverne Cox, Melissa Etheridge, Billie Jean King, Orville Peck and Chappell Roan – have driven change, shaped culture and made a positive impact on society.

Our founder and Executive Director, Shannon Fortner, shares a birthday with trailblazer and activist a reminder of how p...
05/22/2026

Our founder and Executive Director, Shannon Fortner, shares a birthday with trailblazer and activist a reminder of how powerful it can be to lead with authenticity, art, and love for community.
For over 16 years, Shannon has poured their heart into creating spaces where LGBTQIA+ people can feel seen, celebrated, and supported through the arts, advocacy, healing, and connection. From festivals and exhibitions to community programs and the Fab Center, their dedication continues to help shape a more vibrant and inclusive future.
Join us in wishing Shannon a beautiful birthday today while also honoring the legacy of Harvey Milk and all those who continue the work of building hope, visibility, and belonging for future generations.

Get Involved at the Fab LGBTQIA+ CenterCommunity doesn’t happen by accident it’s built together. We’re looking for passi...
05/21/2026

Get Involved at the Fab LGBTQIA+ Center
Community doesn’t happen by accident it’s built together.
We’re looking for passionate volunteers, organizers, creatives, and community members to help shape the future of the Fabulous Arts Foundation and the Fab LGBTQIA+ Center.
Join a committee, volunteer at events, help create safer spaces, support programming, assist with exhibitions, community outreach, wellness initiatives, youth & trans programming, and so much more.
Together, we can inspire, uplift, and hold space for one another through art, advocacy, healing, and connection.
Whether you have a few hours a month or want to dive deeper into community work, there’s a place for you here.
Help us build a center where people feel seen, heard, celebrated, and supported.
Interested in joining us?
Send us a message or email us to learn more about volunteer and committee opportunities.
www.FabAF.org

💜 Strengthening Social Connections Using Psychodrama 💜Join us for a powerful and interactive monthly psychodrama support...
05/16/2026

💜 Strengthening Social Connections Using Psychodrama 💜
Join us for a powerful and interactive monthly psychodrama support group designed to deepen connection, build empathy, and support personal healing through creative expression.
Facilitated by Daisy Martinez-Dicarlo, this experiential group uses psychodrama, movement, storytelling, and role-play to help participants explore emotions, relationships, identity, and community in a supportive and affirming space.
✨ What to Expect:
• Guided psychodrama exercises & group activities
• Creative self-expression through movement and storytelling
• A confidential, inclusive, and healing-centered environment
• Opportunities to build meaningful social connections
• Exploration of identity, lived experience, and personal growth
🗓 Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ 2PM–4PM
📍 Fab LGBTQIA+ Center
💜 Free & Open to the Community (18+)
Register to attend: www.FabAF.org or link in bio
No prior theater or psychodrama experience is needed just come as you are.
This offering is part of the ongoing healing-centered programming through the Fabulous Arts Foundation, where art, connection, and community come together to inspire resilience and growth.

Join FAB AF for an intimate workshop with Shoghi of Barr Aqdas Studios exploring material, memory, and transformation th...
05/12/2026

Join FAB AF for an intimate workshop with Shoghi of Barr Aqdas Studios exploring material, memory, and transformation through the process of Tempus Gratiae.
Working with dried flowers, shells, and natural elements on wooden canvas, this immersive session invites participants to reflect on the passage of time and the quiet beauty found in change. Together, we will create personal compositions using objects shaped by life, memory, and environment.
Materials will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring small objects of personal significance — dried botanicals, shells, fragments, or anything that speaks to their journey.
This is more than a making session. It is a moment of pause:
to consider what remains, what evolves, and what we choose to honor.
This workshop will support LGBTQ+ folks in the community in creating works to be included in our upcoming community exhibition:
“0-99: An Art of a Rainbow Life — Still Here, Still Becoming.”
Selected works will remain on loan for the exhibition.
Saturday, May 23
12 PM – 3 PM
FAB AF LGBTQIA+ Center
925 N Lime Ave
Sarasota, FL
Space is intentionally limited to maintain a focused and immersive experience.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-workshop-tempus-gratiae-time-of-gratitudeappreciationw-shoghi-aqdas-tickets-1988695848818?aff=oddtdtcreator


Be Fabulous, always! That’s a wrap. Here are some pics by our wonderful MC. wife and to share a sneak peak So here is...
05/11/2026

Be Fabulous, always! That’s a wrap. Here are some pics by our wonderful MC. wife and to share a sneak peak So here is a recap of the stage. We will share more from our photographer for the fest soon. Thank you for coming out and dancing or supporting our vendors. Possibly even met a new friend or connected and experienced joy with us. Remember Pride is 365!

Welcome to up on stage. capturing a moment. Explore their sound and get lost at Five Points Park.
05/09/2026

Welcome to up on stage. capturing a moment. Explore their sound and get lost at Five Points Park.

Are you ready to dance and remember why we celebrate joy and community! Join us with our headliner Dj Daliganga and let’...
05/09/2026

Are you ready to dance and remember why we celebrate joy and community! Join us with our headliner Dj Daliganga and let’s dance and Be Fabulous! We Are Still Here!
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an eccentric music lover who’s crafted her unique taste in everything from deep house to baile to funk and afro-techno. born in peru, raised in the us, and influenced by both.

motivated by her passion, she founded a(r)t house—a brand supporting up-and-coming djs, artists, and venues with dynamic installations, quality music, and eco-friendly initiatives.

her mission is simple: to foster a safe space and promote sustainable living across all communities. with music.

⸻May 9th tonight at Five Points Park in the heart of Downtown Sarasota.

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925 N. Lime Avenue
Sarasota, FL
34237

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