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Arts + Culture

Verina Baxter's "Big Red Tumkin" could be viewed as a huge picture frame for the Sarasota bayfront at sunset.
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • November 16, 2011
HIGHLIGHTS: Sculpture unveiling takes place 'under azure skies'

The town has watched in anticipation as assorted cranes and other heavy equipment have hoisted into place the 10 large-scale sculptures that will adorn the Sarasota bayfront through May 15.

  • Arts + Culture
"I think it's a fear I'm always going to face," Jolie Schroeder says of her stage fright. "Working with kids, encouraging them to face their fears has helped me overcome mine a little bit."
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • November 16, 2011
BACKSTAGE PASS: The unsung 'player'

Jolie Schroeder's star-making performance in The Players box office and performing-arts studio has kept the organization singing for years.

  • Arts + Culture
Jim Herrington’s Longboat Key kumquat tree was overflowing recently with abundance.
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • November 16, 2011
EDIBLES: From tree to table: Kumquat and cranberry relish

Some folks grew up with the cranberry sauce that comes out of a can - after you remove both ends of it, that is, and slide the gelatinous mass onto a plate.

  • Arts + Culture
Marcia Jean Taub and Katherine Harris
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • November 16, 2011
Black Tie & Tales

Handsome is as handsome does; Nothing to cry about; A friend in need ...

  • Arts + Culture
Jace Conger, Rage Shaw, Steve Flinn and Robert Sykes began camping out as early as 4 a.m.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • November 14, 2011
PHOTO OF THE DAY: King's crew

When you want Stephen King's autograph that badly, nothing else will do. This group of people began camping out as early as 4 a.m. today at the Barnes and Noble bookstore to claim their place in line. King's book signing takes place at 7 p.m. tonight.

  • Arts + Culture
David Lax perfected his burger-grilling technique at the Ruth's Chris Steak House booth.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 14, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Suncoast Food and Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch celebrated its 10th Suncoast Food and Wine Fest Nov. 12, at the Sarasota Polo Club. The event featured more than 300 American and international wines, food from 35 of the area's top restaurants, cooking demonstrations, beer tastings, silent auction, live music and more. Proceeds benefit the charities and projects of the Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch.

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Rob Beaumont performed with Trail Dogs.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 12, 2011
PHOTO GALLERY: Rocky Bottom Bluegrass Festival

Ten Florida-based bluegrass bands strummed into the East County for the first Rocky Bottom Bluegrass Festival Nov. 12, at Linger Lodge. The daylong event featured plenty of music, food and a variety of vendors. Performers included The Florida Mountain Boys, Passerine, Ernie Evans and the Florida State Bluegrass Band, Highway 41, Swinging Bright, Generations Bluegrass, Trail Dogs, Ramblegrass, Little Girl and the Dreadful Snakes and Sharla June and the Mayhaws.

  • Arts + Culture
The event will feature more than 300 American and international wines, food, music and more.
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • November 11, 2011
WEEKEND BEST BET: Suncoast Food and Wine Fest

The Rotary Club of Lakewood Ranch will host its 10th Suncoast Food and Wine Fest Nov. 12, at Sarasota Polo Club in Lakewood Ranch.

  • East County
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    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 11, 2011
Top Cops of the Week

Enjoy this week's top Cops Corner stories from all Observers.

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Danielle Brown and Ricardo Graziano dance the pas de deux from "Diamonds" at the Kennedy Center. Photo by Frank Atura.
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • November 9, 2011
Sarasota Ballet: 'Diamond' Exchange

As Sarasota Ballet gets ready to stage its hometown performance of 'Diamonds,' five dancers reflect on what it was like to dance the piece at the Kennedy Center in the company of a Balanchine muse.

  • Arts + Culture
Ann Roth with Ringling College President Larry Thompson. Heidi Kurpiela.
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • November 9, 2011
Scene & Heard

Oscar winning costume designer visits RCAD; Jill Sobule on board for Asolo Rep's 'Yentl;' Beneva Fruitville moves up in the world

  • Arts + Culture
John Henry is one of a few famous sculptors who still produces his work from his own studio and with his own crew. These days, most sculptors subcontract the work to fabrication facilities.
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • November 9, 2011
BACKSTAGE PASS: Man of steel

Sarasota Season of Sculpture curator John Henry discusses his trademark style, his ironic name and why season six will (most likely) not offend you.

  • Arts + Culture
Ashley Picciallo, Leo Daignault, Stacia Fernandez and Mike Backes in "Next to Normal" at Florida Studio Theatre. Photo courtesy of Maria Lyle Photography.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • November 9, 2011
Theater Review: 'Next to Normal' performed by Florida Studio Theatre

A Tony Award-winning rock musical, 'Next to Normal,' rocks your heart, your mind and your soul. The music is modern and melodic; the lyrics are clever and thoughtful.

  • Arts + Culture
Lucy Gordon, as Jane Birkin, with Eric Elmosnino, as Serge Gainsbourg, in the biopic, 'Gainsbourg.'
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • November 9, 2011
Film Review: 'Gainsbourg'

Who was Serge Gainsbourg? Clueless myself, I was surprised to discover that he was a huge star in '60s/'70s French culture. A provocative and gifted musician, Gainsbourg was also known for his high-profile love life.

  • Arts + Culture
Soprano Youna Jang protrays Cio-Cio-San at the Sarasota Opera presentation of "Madama Butterfly" in partnership with The Sarasota Chalk Festival. Photo courtesy of Sam Lowry
    By
  • June LeBell
  • November 9, 2011
Music Review: The Chalk Festival Meets Puccini

On Sunday, the Sarasota Opera moved Puccini's 'Madama Butterfly' outdoors to downtown's Dolphin Street and Pineapple Avenue to meet the artists of The Chalk Festival. This may sound like a curious coupling, but it worked.

  • Arts + Culture
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