THEATER REVIEW: 'Side Show'
April 29, 2013
The Players Theatre production of "Side Show," based on a true story, gives us a fascinating and intimate look into the lives of famous conjoined twins, Daisy and Violet Hilton.
Sarasota Ballet School's Caitlin Gish finalist in YAPG
April 29, 2013
Sarasota Ballet School's Caitlin Gish went to New York City to compete in the Youth American Grand Prix.
FILM REVIEW: 'Mud'
April 29, 2013
In the new film, "Mud," Matthew McConaughey gives the performance of a lifetime in a meticulously and methodically paced tale of love and mistrust.
PHOTO GALLERY: Ringling Senior Thesis
April 29, 2013
An opening reception for Ringling Senior Thesis exhibitions took place Saturday, April 27 at Selby Gallery, a Division of Ringling College of Art and Design. Work will be on display at various locations on campus through May 3.
HIGHLIGHTS: The Wedding Season
April 25, 2013
Joseph Sckowska and Emily Forbes won the Sarasota Pops' "The Wedding Challenge" and were married Sunday, April 21, at the Sarasota Opera House.
Patron Saints: Anne Folsom Smith
April 24, 2013
Each week, The Observer releases an episode in its video series, Patron Saints. This series spotlights performing-arts venues around town and the patrons who donate to them.
Passing of the Baton: YMCA Foundation President Jennifer Grondahl
April 24, 2013
The YMCA Foundation transitions from a president of 23 years, Karin Gustafson, to new President Jennifer Grondahl.
Look at the Freaks: 'Side Show'
April 24, 2013
Step right up and take a behind-the-scenes historical look at the freaks of The Players' 'Side Show.'
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19 Anni Piper, Australia's First Lady Of Blues, On Tour
7:30 pm - 10:00 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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Charitable lesson
06/13/13
Temple Emanu–El Religious School donated its tzedakah — which means charity of righteousness in Hebrew — for the 2012-13 school year. -
Mind blowing
06/13/13
Sarasota Christian School sent four teams — the most in Florida — to the Odyssey of the Mind's World Finals May 23 to May 25, at Michigan State University. -
Top Truitt
06/06/13
The Board of Directors of Leadership Florida, the president of the Florida Chamber of Commerce and four Florida Leadership graduates nominated Sarasota's Pam Truitt, of Truitt Consulting, for a position on the board of directors.
