The Sarasota Ballet presents The New York City-based Paul Taylor Dance Company's only Florida appearance, which will featuring the dances "Gossamer Gallants," "The Uncommitted" and "Cascade."

"Choreographer Paul Taylor (he started dancing in the mid 1950s) is the last living member of the pantheon that created America's indigenous art of modern dance," reads the official bio on his company's website.

"At an age when most artists' best work is behind them, Mr. Taylor continues to win public and critical acclaim for the vibrancy, relevance and power of his creations."

Details: 8 p.m. Oct. 26, 2 and 8 p.m. Oct. 26, 2 and 7 p.m. Oct. 28, FSU Center for the Performing Arts, 5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Tickets: $30-$90. Information: 941-359-0099 or www.sarasotaballet.org.

--Wade Tatangelo