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Arts + Culture

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  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 28, 2010
Mike Ash sounds off (VIDEO)

This week's beloved A&E cover subject, big-band leader Mike Ash, plays us a tune on his clarinet.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 28, 2010
The Music Man

Sarasota big-band leader Mike Ash isn't ready to stop blowing his horn.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • July 28, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Selby Gallery

Selby Gallery is unlike a commercial gallery - it acts as a teaching gallery on the campus of Ringling College of Art and Design.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 28, 2010
The multitasker

Actress. Director. Mother of twins. Kyle Ennis Turoff, The Golden Apple Dinner Theatre's 'drowsy chaperone,' gives us a glimpse into her world.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 28, 2010
Sarasota's fYfE founders put up their dukes

Zach Gilliland and Amanda Landesberg plan to reinvigorate Sarasota's art and music scene with a little competitive spirit.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • July 28, 2010
FILM REVIEW: 'Winter's Bone'

When an unknown actor delivers a jaw-dropping performance in a lead role, it's thrilling to watch. Jennifer Lawrence manages to catapult herself to that lofty status in the new film, "Winter's Bone."

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • July 22, 2010
CAMP SPOTLIGHT: Sarasota Orchestra

The Sarasota Observer checked in with the Sarasota Orchestra's summer camp on its final and most exciting day - recital day.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • July 21, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: M Gallery of Fine Art

'This intimate salon-like atmosphere echoes the art world's sweeping movement toward representational art,' says gallery owner Maggie Kruger.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 21, 2010
Broadway muscle (WITH VIDEO)

Former dancer Jay Poindexter went from working in the spotlight to pulling the strings backstage.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 21, 2010
Arts anchor (WITH VIDEO)

Sarasota radio host Lynne Bernfield has delved into the minds and hearts of Sarasota's most beloved artists and entertainers.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • July 21, 2010
Film Review: 'Inception'

When Christopher Nolan directs, expect greatness and, above all, originality. In his highly anticipated new film, "Inception," Nolan pulls out all the stops, taking his audience on an intellectual ride that thrills at every turn.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • July 16, 2010
Ty Tojo Performs at Rosemary Rising (VIDEO)

Circus Sarasota's Ty Tojo performs his juggling act at Rosemary Rising.

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  • Neighbors
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 15, 2010
Singer vies for hometown votes on NBC talent show

The Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Chris Eisenberg will perform live Tuesday on 'America's Got Talent.'

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 14, 2010
Funny girls

How comedy is keeping the hilarious women of FST's Vintage Whine improv troupe young at heart.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • July 14, 2010
Spin cycle

Kelly Insinna, aka DJ Sinna-G, shares her excitement about the Vinyl Music Festival, Top-40 remixes and CD slippage.

  • Arts + Culture
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