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Arts + Culture

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  • June LeBell
  • April 18, 2012
Music Review: 'La Musica: Program III'

La Musica, the international chamber music festival that adorns Sarasota's rich culture scene every spring, has taken residence in the Opera House.

  • Arts + Culture
Danielle Brown, Octavio Martin and Sara Sardelli in George Balanchine's "Serenade." Photos by Frank Atura.
    By
  • Anna Dearing
  • April 18, 2012
Dance Review: 'Serenade,' 'Bello' and 'Nine Sinatra Songs'

The Sarasota Ballet's most recent production of George Balanchine's "Serenade," Dominic Walsh's "Bello" and Twyla Tharp's "Nine Sinatra Songs" was truly an exceptional evening. The company of dancers performed each piece with utmost dexterity and wonderful stage presence.

  • Arts + Culture
Jerry Feinstein. Photo by Molly Schechter.
  • By Loren Mayo and Molly Schechter
  • April 18, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

A feast of fun; As many guests as years; Posh party plans

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • June LeBell
  • April 18, 2012
Kitchen Classics: Dirk and Jennifer Meyer

Dirk Meyer and Jennifer Berges Meyer are musical icons in Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
Photo courtesy of Plush Foto
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 18, 2012
OCCASIONS

ENGAGEMENTS + WEDDINGS

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Anthony Paull
  • April 17, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival: 'Adventures in Plymptoons' Director Interview

Sarasota Film Festival: 'Adventures in Plymptoons' Director Interview

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  • Jack Littman-Quinn
  • April 17, 2012
Ready, Set, Action, Opening Night at the 2012 Sarasota Film Festival

Ready, Set, Action, Opening Night at the 2012 Sarasota Film Festival

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  • April 17, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival: TWO FOR TUESDAY SPECIAL! Matinee Madness! Filmmakers in Attendance!

Sarasota Film Festival: TWO FOR TUESDAY SPECIAL! Matinee Madness! Filmmakers in Attendance!

  • Arts + Culture
  • By The Insider
  • April 16, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival: What to See Today!

Sarasota Film Festival: What to See Today!

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Uriel Quiles
  • April 16, 2012
Hamlet: Prince of Cuba

Hamlet: Prince of Cuba

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Anthony Paull
  • April 16, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival - 'A Perfect Wedding' Review

Sarasota Film Festival - 'A Perfect Wedding' Review

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  • By The Insider
  • April 16, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival ARTS LOVERS SPOTLIGHT: Artist/Director John Sims and THE RHYTHM OF LOVE!

Sarasota Film Festival ARTS LOVERS SPOTLIGHT: Artist/Director John Sims and THE RHYTHM OF LOVE!

  • Arts + Culture
  • By The Insider
  • April 15, 2012
Sarasasota Film Festival: What to see today! Filmmakers in Attendance!

Sarasasota Film Festival: What to see today! Filmmakers in Attendance!

  • Arts + Entertainment
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Actor Frank Langella spoke about the film, "Robot and Frank," Saturday night.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • April 15, 2012
SFF opening-night film: 'Robot and Frank'

Longboat Observer Community Editor Mallory Gnaegy reviews 'Robot and Frank' and solicits audience members for their reactions.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By The Insider
  • April 14, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival! It has Begun! Opening Night Recap! Spotlight on FILMMAKERS FORUM and FILMMAKERS IN ATTENDANCE!

Sarasota Film Festival! It has Begun! Opening Night Recap! Spotlight on FILMMAKERS FORUM and FILMMAKERS IN ATTENDANCE!

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