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Agathe Daskalides, Adjunct Professor Tom Winchester and Andrew Leggette
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • August 4, 2017
Art and fashion-lovers join forces at Ringling College reception

Ringling College of Art and Design hosted a closing reception for the last night of its latest photography exhibit, PH_ashion 121, on Aug. 4 at Richard and Barbara Basch Gallery.

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Tobin was one of 24 artists selected in the state of Florida to participate in the Creative Capital workshop, designed to promote art as a business.
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  • Nick Friedman
  • August 2, 2017
Painter Kevin Tobin promotes the business of art

Painter Kevin Tobin wants artists to translate their passion into success.

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Brendan Ragan and Betsy Helmer co-star as a soldier and teenage girl aboard a space ship to a new planet in “Pilgrims.” Photo by Daniel Kelly.
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  • Marty Fugate
  • August 2, 2017
The voyagers of ‘Pilgrims’ face ancient problems in a brave new world at Urbanite Theatre

In Urbanite Theatre's new play, outer space is a familiar frontier.

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  • Nick Friedman
  • August 2, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Aug. 3

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  • August 1, 2017
Film review: 'Lost in Paris'

'Lost in Paris,' an endearing exercise in movie making, celebrates life, love and simple pleasures.

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Illustration by CJ Major
  • By Cassidy Alexander & Niki Kottmann
  • July 27, 2017
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Episode 1 Recap

MTV's 'Siesta Key' debuts July 31. Two of our resident young-adult staff writers watched an early screening and have recapped every minute for your benefit.

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Vincent Ellis, Larry DeRosa and Judy Brombolich are among the Van Wezel’s 500 volunteer ushers. With a combined 45 years of service between them, the ushers say they enjoy being a part of the arts organization.
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  • Nick Friedman
  • July 26, 2017
Van Wezel ushers share devotion to volunteerism

Three volunteer ushers at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall reveal what it takes to keep things running smoothly at the iconic bayfront venue.

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  • Marty Fugate
  • July 26, 2017
A conversation with Bello Nock

The fearlessly inventive star of 'IncrediBello!' is not just clowning around.

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Circus Arts Conservatory sent 31 Sailor Circus members, five professional coaches and nearly 100 other helpers — catchers, volunteers, etc. — to the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Photo by Cliff Roles
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • July 26, 2017
CAC staff reflects on the Smithsonian Folklife Festival

Leaders of the Circus Arts Conservatory gave us a recap of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival — and how it’s cementing the future of the circus arts.

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Photo by Alexandria Hill.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • July 26, 2017
Blue Eyed Bettys return to Sarasota

The Blue Eyed Bettys come full circle to Florida Studio Theatre. And it feels like coming home.

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  • Nick Friedman
  • July 26, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 27

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  • July 25, 2017
Sarasota-filmed web series 'The Real Stephen Blatt' premieres

Justin and Christian Long produced the series last year in partnership with Ringling College and Semkhor Productions.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • July 25, 2017
Film review: 'Dunkirk'

In 'Dunkirk,' Christopher Nolan highlights human compassion in dire circumstances.

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Phillip Broomhead works with Sarasota Ballet Summer Intensive students. Courtesy photo.
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  • Nick Friedman
  • July 23, 2017
Phillip Broomhead joins guest faculty at Sarasota Ballet Summer Intensive

The former Royal Ballet principal shares his approach to teaching young dancers.

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  • July 19, 2017
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, July 20

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