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  • Pam Nadon
  • May 15, 2018
New College filmmakers release powerful film documenting collegiate racism

It was difficult to hold back tears at a screening of "Sincerely, The Black Kids" May 12, which was directed by soon-to-be New College of Florida graduate Miles Iton.

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • May 14, 2018
Patrons get a taste of Savor Sarasota

Savor Sarasota hosted a kick off event May 14 at Element.

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  • Edward Alley
  • May 14, 2018
Sarasota Orchestra and Artist Series excel in end-of-season concerts

Sarasota Orchestra performed its annual outdoor pops concert at Ed Smith Stadium and the Choral Artists of Sarasota and Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota combined for "Showtime!" last week.

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Charles Shoemaker saw “Cats” on a Disney Cruise, and ever since, he's dreamed of performing it. For now, he’s a mouse. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 10, 2018
Little mouse stars in play with big heart at Venice Theatre

Venice Theatre’s production of “Stuart Little” plays with scale and utilizes teamwork to teach audiences a big lesson with lead Charles Shoemaker.

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  • By Matthew Serrano | Columnist
  • May 10, 2018
Drink This: Mother Knows Best

Toast to the most important women in our lives — moms — with this tropical cocktail this Mother's Day.

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    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • May 9, 2018
Ringling College students brew up hot music video to the tune of 'Couleur Café'

Kim Logan, Liam Jordan, Ana Vasquez and Nicole Marano teamed up to make the video as Jordan's senior thesis project.

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Beaux Arts Ball was known as one of the most popular and outlandish events of the season in its heyday. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 9, 2018
Beaux Arts Ball returns as Art Center Sarasota fundraiser

The center is reviving the eccentric event to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its iconcept runway show fundraiser.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • May 9, 2018
Circus Arts Conservatory unveils renovated Sailor Circus Arena

The $4 million campaign hopes to be complete by June.

  • Arts + Culture
Jared Joseph says this incarnation of “Ragtime” allows a breadth of perspective because every character helps tell each other’s stories. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 9, 2018
Asolo Rep's 'Ragtime' tells an old story that reflects a modern reality

Asolo Repertory Theatre’s production of “Ragtime” tells a timely story of the American experience with an intimate cast and meaningful choreography at Sarasota's FSU Center for the Performing Arts.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 9, 2018
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, May 10

These are a few of our favorite arts & entertainment events taking place on our calendar May 10 through May 16 in and around Sarasota, Florida.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • May 8, 2018
'Foxtrot' tells the moving story of an unexpected journey of grief

The film explores the horrors of war with an impactful score, tight camera angles and compelling story.

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"Ragtime" runs through May 27. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • May 8, 2018
'Ragtime' explores American dreams and nightmares with Asolo Rep

A small but mighty cast of talented performers tell a series of stories with the message that the more America changes, the more it stays the same.

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"The Card Game" won Best Play. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • May 8, 2018
Theatre Odyssey names winners of its 2018 Ten-Minute Play Festival

The judges of Theatre Odyssey’s thirteenth annual Ten-Minute Play Festival had eight new plays from regional playwrights to choose from.

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Starbenders is a androgynous rock-pop group hailing from Atlanta. Courtesy image
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 6, 2018
Harvey Milk Festival schedule features diverse music, theater and visual art

The relocated three-day festival celebrates Harvey Milk, one of the first openly gay Americans elected to public office.

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Josh Scheible and Lesa Silvermore jam out at their last show at Growler's Pub. Photo by Trey Jones
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 4, 2018
Lesa Silvermore Band changes name to honor Growler’s Pub

The band will now be known as Lesa Silvermore and The Growlers as a tribute to the pub, which is now under new management and will soon change names.

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