A Highland home of their own
November 24, 2009
After decades of playing off-campus concerts, Riverview High School’s Kiltie Band breaks in its new performing-arts center.
Exhibit captures realistic view of subjects
November 24, 2009
A new Art Center Sarasota exhibit spotlights a notable watercolorist and four photographers with diverse portfolios.
Film review: 'An Education'
November 24, 2009
In her first major role, Carey Mulligan plays Jenny, a 16-year-old A-student bound for Oxford. That is, until she meets the smooth-talking, wildly handsome David (Peter Sarsgaard), who’s twice her age.
Music review: High Definition opera vs. live and in-person performances
November 24, 2009
Peter Gelb, the inspired and inspirational general manager of the Metropolitan Opera, really started something, when, a couple of years ago, he decided to send, via high-definition satellite transmission, live performances of operas from the Metropolitan Opera House, in New York City, to movie theaters around America.
An elf about town
November 24, 2009
If you haven’t rubbed elbows with the Sarasota Elf, then you’re clearly not getting out enough.
The dish on pumpkin pie
November 24, 2009
In The Observer’s quest for the perfect pumpkin pie this Thanksgiving, we asked four of the area’s chefs to share their culinary tips for making this holiday favorite extra scrumptious.
Unique technology aids students in musical production
November 18, 2009
Oak Park students will present "It's a Small World" using a technological device that will 'speak' for them.
Story spinner
November 18, 2009
After a long career in the spotlight, retired Sarasota Ballet Director Robert de Warren retreated to his office and crafted a memoir.
A ballet love affair
November 18, 2009
Margaret Barbieri takes a cue from her past and brings Sir Peter Wright’s beloved ‘Giselle’ to the Sarasota stage.
Asolo Rep unveils its 2009-2010 company
November 18, 2009
Famous astronomers, biblical lovers, World War II vets and swooning senior citizens will all grace the stage this season.
- May
27 Youth in Service - A Memorial Day Outdoor Concert
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Jul
4 "Gloria Musicae Celebrates America"
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Sep
19 Steel Magnolias
7:30 pm - Jan
4 10th Anniversary Perlman Gala Concert
5:00 pm
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Culinary roots
05/16/13
Trevor Kunk is the chef de cuisine at Blue Hill in New York City’s Greenwich Village, which the James Beard Foundation just named "most outstanding restaurant." -
Bright lights
05/16/13
Sarasota native and resident Bri Oliva made her TV debut May 7, on the "Rachael Ray Show." Oliva was selected to participate in a segment called "Hidden Dangers on the Playground." -
Key to the city
05/02/13
More than 100 community members and leaders, friends and family surprised Paul Thorpe, one of the founding members of the Downtown Association of Sarasota, April 25, at The Gator Club, to show their appreciation and celebrate the strides he’s made for Sarasota over the past four decades.
