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Jozef Batko grew up in communist Czechoslovakia being told he couldn't paint anything outside the guidelines. Now he does. Photo by Niki Kottmann
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 22, 2019
Painter Jozef Batko goes with the flow

Contemporary artist Jozef Batko lets his surroundings evolve his vision.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 22, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 23

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Sarasota.

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The margherita pizza at the newly opened Bavaro’s Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria in downtown Sarasota is the most popular item so far. Photo by Niki Kottmann
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 22, 2019
Scene & Heard: 05.23.19

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week in Sarasota.

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Bonita Jackson plays Zoe in "The Niceties." Photo by Jack Cooper
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  • Marty Fugate
  • May 22, 2019
Urbanite Theatre's 'The Niceties' ponders the battlegrounds of history

Eleanor Burgess’ play offers a thought-provoking history lesson at Urbanite Theatre.

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"The American Woman" stars Sienna Miller. Courtesy photo
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  • Pam Nadon
  • May 22, 2019
Critic's summer film picks

Escape the heat and check out these must-see summer movies.

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Sally Wingert and Allen Fitzpatrick act in Asolo Rep's production of "Sweeney Todd." Photo by Cliff Roles
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 21, 2019
Asolo Repertory Theatre's 'Sweeney Todd' boasts killer costume design

A great deal of thought went into Alice Louise Frederickson's 'Sweeney Todd' costumes.

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Arianna Rose’s “Family by Numbers" by Best Play at the 2019 Ten-Minute Play Festival. Courtesy photo
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  • Marty Fugate
  • May 16, 2019
Arianna Rose’s 'Family by Numbers' wins best play at Theatre Odyssey festival

For the first time, the Ten-Minute Play Festival featured work by playwrights throughout Florida rather than just Sarasota and Manatee counties.

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Rachel Brosnahan shines as Midge Maisel in "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."
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  • Katie Johns
  • May 15, 2019
Binge Blog: Ambitious amateurs

Two leading ladies show us what ambition can do, even in unexpected situations, in this week's picks.

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Kimberly Hawkey is a singer and lyricist based in lower New York State who is the lead voice for upcoming cabaret show “Hollywood Serenade.” Courtesy photo
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • May 15, 2019
Florida Studio Theatre unveils the stages of summer

Florida Studio Theater turns up the heat with a cool selection of summertime shows.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 14, 2019
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe celebrates construction on new theater

WBTT honored Willis Construction’s recent start on the new Gerri Aaron and the Aaron Family Foundation Theatre May 14.

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Photo courtesy Philly.com
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  • Pam Nadon
  • May 13, 2019
Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen are a winning pair in witty 'Long Shot'

This film is a delicious dose of sex, politics and rock 'n' roll, but it's also about compromising morality for career.

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Emily Martin was one of several soloists at “An Afternoon of Operetta.” Courtesy photo
    By
  • Edward Alley
  • May 13, 2019
Artist Series, Choral Artists and opera provide musical Mother's Day weekend

Performers from several professional arts organizations in the area provided memorable Mother's Day weekend entertainment last weekend.

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 10, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 16

Here's a calendar look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Bradenton, Sarasota and Venice, Florida.

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Mark Tuchman, the former proprietor of Mr. Beery’s, opened 99 Bottles as a cozy, affordable local bar option. Photo by Su Byron
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  • Su Byron
  • May 9, 2019
99 Bottles brings new pours and a one-stop-shop to downtown Sarasota

New tap room/bottle shop 99 Bottles offers affordable libations.

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  • May 8, 2019
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 9

A look at our favorite arts and entertainment events taking place this week in Sarasota, Venice and Anna Maria Island.

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