Arts + Culture

Observer Staff
October 20, 2010

Dance Review: 'Solos with Mikhail Baryshnikov & David Neumann'

Famed dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov demonstrated at the Ringling International Arts Festival (RIAF) that a dance career is not just for the young.

Arts + Culture

Pam Nadon
October 20, 2010

Film Review: 'Red'

Based on a DC Comics miniseries, "Red" starts out with a major bang, and the action never lets up.

Arts + Culture

Rachel S. OHara
October 18, 2010

A how-to with Chef Blake Ellis

Blake Ellis, chef and co-owner of The Savory Street International Cafe & Bakery, gives a how-to on properly icing a cake without any leftover crumbs in the icing.

Arts + Culture

Loren Mayo
October 17, 2010

Bridge stunts conclude with fiery explosion (WITH VIDEO)

Sanborn Studios filmed the final action scene of its new action TV series "Miami 24/7" Sunday on the John Ringling Bridge. Some drivers sat in traffic for up to 30 minutes during an exciting stunt when a car was driven off the bridge.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 17, 2010

Festival transforms downtown into art showcase

The 16th annual Downtown Sarasota Art and Craft Festival returned to Main Street Saturday and Sunday, featuring everything from handmade jewelry to Tube Dudes.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Loren Mayo
October 17, 2010

Selby Gardens features concert al fresco

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens held its Fall Music Series Sunday, featuring a 'Bach to Rock' performance by the Sarasota Brass Quintet.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Heidi Kurpiela
October 16, 2010

FunFest brings kid-friendly entertainment to RIAF

In keeping with the spirit of Ringling International Arts Festival, the Family FunFest played host to curious dance performances, arts and crafts and more.

Arts + Culture

Stephanie Hannum
October 14, 2010

GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Fiori Gallery

Fiori Gallery always featured original artwork, however, in the current economy, it has expanded to include prints as well as upscale furnishings/home decor and some women's accessories.

Arts + Culture

Pam Eubanks
October 13, 2010

Main Street chefs dish out service

Cory and Lorraine Collins are cooks at competing restaurants on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

Arts + Culture

Heidi Kurpiela
October 13, 2010

Dance Rebel

Choreographer Keren Shani-Lifrak creeps outside the realm of traditional dance. The Ringling International Arts Fest 'sprouts' a strange new performance.

Arts + Culture

Pam Nadon
October 13, 2010

Film Review: 'Buried'

Spanish director Rodrigo Cortes has conducted a bold experiment in his new film, "Buried." He shoots an entire film within a wooden box. He casts one actor. And he creates a terrifying masterpiece for a mere $3 million.