Where the wild things are

Artists find inspiration in the oak hammocks and waterways of Myakka River State Park.
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Think the best of the season is over now that the snowbirds are gone? Think again...Read more »
Festival adds new jewels to its crown
Festival, June 4-23, brings esteemed faculty together with dozens of gifted classical music students.Read more »

Jay Handelman

Behind the Scenes: Perspective changes how we see artA museum visit raises quite a few unexpected questions and thoughts. Read more »
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Susan Rife

AUDIO BOOK REVIEW: ‘Salvage the Bones’ brings Katrina horror into sharp focusJesmyn Ward won the National Book Award for her look at a family's struggle against poverty and the elements in Mississippi. Read more »
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Carrie Seidman

“Breaking Pointe” and “Bunheads”: Jumping on the ballet bandwagonA couple of new television shows and a recent novel add to the growing pantheon of dance-related entertainment options... Read more »
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Marty Fugate

It’s nature’s way of telling you something’s wrong … Nature is a whole system; a web of life. No species exists in isolation--including ours. The science of ecology  ... Read more »
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CANCELLED: Flores De Mayo Festival 1st A ...
Flores De Mayo ( May Flowers) Festival 2012 1st Annual Celebration! The Highlights of the events are search for : * Santa Cruzan King, Queen, Prince and Princess 2012 Pageant * Santa Cruzan Parade * Best Floral Arrangement Competition * Best Floral Costumes CompetitionJacobites Memorial Day Concert with Key ...
The Jacobites Pipe and Drum Band presents their sixth annual Memorial Day Concert, joined by the Key Chorale. This rousing salute to our troops and our heritage will include traditional Americana and Celtic music.Blues And Brews Festival
Big Cat Habitat Memorial Day Weekend Fre ...
Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary is holding a Salute to the Troops with free admission for active military and their immediate families over the Memorial Day weekend, May 26 to 28. Gates will be open from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m., and an educational animal demonstration will be held each day at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $7 for children 12 and younger. Refreshments also are available. More information and current schedules are at www.BigCatHabitat.org or by calling 941-371-6377.
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JOIN US! MONDAY, May 28th, 2012 at 5:00 pm “Honoring Heroes – Memorial Day Concert” Phillippi Estate Park 5500 South Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34231 Tickets $5 Advance tickets available. Musical Director: William BarbaneraBig Cat Habitat Memorial Day Weekend Fre ...
Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary is holding a Salute to the Troops with free admission for active military and their immediate families over the Memorial Day weekend, May 26 to 28. Gates will be open from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m., and an educational animal demonstration will be held each day at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $7 for children 12 and younger. Refreshments also are available. More information and current schedules are at www.BigCatHabitat.org or by calling 941-371-6377.Sarasota Concert Band's "Memorial Day" C ...
Sarasota Concert Band announces annual Memorial Day outdoor concert at Phillippi Estate Park. A musical tribute to the men and women who have given their lives for our country. $5 per person. "Shenandoah", "Victory at Sea", "Light Calvary" and fun audience patriotic "sing-a-long". Food and drink vendors. Bring lawn chair and hat on May 28, Monday, 3 pm.Water Lily Festival
Third Annual Memorial Day Water Lily Festival. Offering over 50 varieties of water lilies including international contest winners. Also available will be plants for pond margins, floating plants and pond plant supplies.Park at Colonial Oaks Park, 5300 Colonial Oaks Blvd then walk under the bridge to the Festival.
Fanny Brice: America's Funny Girl
TOMMY TUNE PRESENTS: STATE OF THE ART SONG & DANCEConceived, Choreographed and Starring Noah RaceyA World PremierAsolo Rep presents this world premiere musical event celebrating the pinnacle of Broadway song and dance. Tommy Tune first fell in love with this project upon seeing a workshop presentation in New York City. Tune protégé, Tony Award nominee, and long time Noah Racey fan, Jeff Calhoun (Bonnie & Clyde, Disney's Newsies, Deaf West's Big River) will direct. Broadway sensation Noah Racey will choreograph and star in this lighthearted, toe tapping tour de force.REEL MUSIC
Journey from the Land of Oz to the nightclubs of Casablanca to the high-flying adventure of Top Gun in the celebration of the greatest movie songs ever written. Featuring award-winning songs "As Time Goes By," "Que Sera Sera," The Way We Were," and many more.Fleming's Small Plates, Big Pours
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A National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere! Set in and around Manhattan. In 2005, a Jewish 9/11 survivor and a Palestinian 9/11 widow find themselves embroiled in one family’s personal and political dramas. With surprising humor and wit, Jericho reminds us that all struggles are ultimately personal.
Fanny Brice: America's Funny Girl
TOMMY TUNE PRESENTS: STATE OF THE ART SONG & DANCEConceived, Choreographed and Starring Noah RaceyA World PremierAsolo Rep presents this world premiere musical event celebrating the pinnacle of Broadway song and dance. Tommy Tune first fell in love with this project upon seeing a workshop presentation in New York City. Tune protégé, Tony Award nominee, and long time Noah Racey fan, Jeff Calhoun (Bonnie & Clyde, Disney's Newsies, Deaf West's Big River) will direct. Broadway sensation Noah Racey will choreograph and star in this lighthearted, toe tapping tour de force.REEL MUSIC
Journey from the Land of Oz to the nightclubs of Casablanca to the high-flying adventure of Top Gun in the celebration of the greatest movie songs ever written. Featuring award-winning songs "As Time Goes By," "Que Sera Sera," The Way We Were," and many more.Fleming's Small Plates, Big Pours
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Fanny Brice: America's Funny Girl
TOMMY TUNE PRESENTS: STATE OF THE ART SONG & DANCEConceived, Choreographed and Starring Noah RaceyA World PremierAsolo Rep presents this world premiere musical event celebrating the pinnacle of Broadway song and dance. Tommy Tune first fell in love with this project upon seeing a workshop presentation in New York City. Tune protégé, Tony Award nominee, and long time Noah Racey fan, Jeff Calhoun (Bonnie & Clyde, Disney's Newsies, Deaf West's Big River) will direct. Broadway sensation Noah Racey will choreograph and star in this lighthearted, toe tapping tour de force.REEL MUSIC
Journey from the Land of Oz to the nightclubs of Casablanca to the high-flying adventure of Top Gun in the celebration of the greatest movie songs ever written. Featuring award-winning songs "As Time Goes By," "Que Sera Sera," The Way We Were," and many more.Fleming's Small Plates, Big Pours
Introducing Small Plates, Big Pours — Pick a Pair. Any Pair. Just $24.95.*Available in the bar for a limited time.Join us and take your pick of a winning pair: select any of our seven, innovative steakhouse Small Plates matched with an oversized wine pour from the Fleming's 100.® Try one of the suggested pairings below, or create a unique taste combination of your own. Dining with friends? Order several of our Small Plates to share and see who comes up with the best pairing of the evening.JERICHO
A National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere! Set in and around Manhattan. In 2005, a Jewish 9/11 survivor and a Palestinian 9/11 widow find themselves embroiled in one family’s personal and political dramas. With surprising humor and wit, Jericho reminds us that all struggles are ultimately personal.
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Theater  Sunday, May 27, 2012 6:00 AM

Behind the Scenes: Perspective changes how we see art

A museum visit raises quite a few unexpected questions and thoughts. Read more »
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Music  Friday, May 25, 2012 4:33 PM

Musical memorial planned for composer Daniel Moe

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Literary Arts  Friday, May 25, 2012 4:10 PM

Author Jeff Shaara returns to Civil War for first volume in new trilogy

"A Blaze of Glory" tells the story of the Battle of Shiloh. Read more »
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Literary Arts  Friday, May 25, 2012 4:02 PM

Now playing May 27-June 2: Book and author events

MARY OLMENDORF will sign copies of "From Southern Belle to Global Rebel" at 1 p.m. May 27 at Circle Books, 478 John Ringling Blvd., St. Armands Circle, Sarasota. 388-2850.  SHARON ... Read more »

Dance  Thursday, May 24, 2012 5:06 PM

Mariinsky director joins faculty of Carreño Dance Festival

Brazilian dancer/choreographer Carlos dos Santos to teach also... Read more »
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Visual Arts  Thursday, May 24, 2012 3:56 PM

Artists draw inspiration from Myakka State Park

Whether their medium is photography or paint, artists find plenty of subject matter in the wilds of the park. Read more »
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Theater  Thursday, May 24, 2012 1:36 PM

REVIEW: ‘Fanny Brice’ is a funny girl at Asolo Rep

New musical puts a different twist and more details in the story of Fanny Brice on stage and off. Read more »
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Visual Arts  Wednesday, May 23, 2012 12:07 PM

ArtNight Gala to showcase original artwork

Original works from international artists, students at the Ringling College of Art and Design and area high schools will be displayed at the ArtNight Gala May 25 at the Spring ... Read more »
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Theater  Wednesday, May 23, 2012 12:02 PM

FST acting apprentices will present improv show

The Acting Apprentice Company at Florida Studio Theatre will be showcased in an apprentice improv show at 8:30 p.m. May 29 at the FST Cabaret, 1241 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota. ... Read more »
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Music  Wednesday, May 23, 2012 11:55 AM

Jacobites join Key Chorale for pre-tour concert

The Key Chorale and the Jacobites Pipe and Drum Band will join forces for a concert at 3 p.m. May 27  at Church of the Palms, 3224 Bee Ridge Road, ... Read more »
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