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Selby’s copy of “The Orchidaceae of Mexico and Guatemala” by James Bateman — the largest and heaviest book on orchids ever to be printed — is a focal point of the botanical art section of the exhibit. Photo by Niki Kottmann.
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • September 28, 2016
Mums the Word: Selby unveils the collections it's kept under wraps

'Secret Garden' exhibit offers a rare look into Selby's botanical art and specimen collections.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • September 27, 2016
Film review: 'Author: The JT LeRoy Story'

This fascinating film uncovers the story behind the fictitious author JT LeRoy and the real woman behind the hoax.

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  • June LeBell
  • September 25, 2016
Music review: Sarasota Orchestra 'Music of Our Time'

The Sarasota Orchestra offered a pair of bookend concerts that explores experimentation, storytelling and the limits of traditional instruments.

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  • September 25, 2016
iconcept jr. Fashion Show

Art Center Sarasota hosts the first-annual runway event.

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Blues Traveler will headline the inaugural Sip the Sunshine Craft Beer Festival Saturday, Oct. 29, at Nathan Benderson Park.
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  • Nick Friedman
  • September 23, 2016
Blues Traveler to headline Sip the Sunshine Festival

The inaugural craft-beer festival will highlight Florida breweries and feature local chefs and live music.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • September 22, 2016
Film review: 'Snowden'

Oliver Stone's new film shows that for Edward Snowden, the only safe place is on the run.

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  • Marty Fugate
  • September 21, 2016
Theater review: 'Sylvia'

Manatee Players is putting on the dog with "Sylvia."

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  • September 21, 2016
Theater review: 'Last Rights'

'Last Rights' puts last things first at Florida Studio Theatre

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David Baker, Ryan McCarthy, Josh Scheible and Caegan Quimby are Physical Plant. Over the years, the band’s sound has grown from psychedelic folk to high-energy acid funk. Photo by Shane Donglasan.
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  • Nick Friedman
  • September 21, 2016
Back to the Roots: Physical Plant to release new album

Two years ago, the future of Physical Plant was uncertain. Now, the band is preparing to release its debut LP — showcasing some of its earliest music.

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Players Theatre Artistic Director Jeffery Kin and CEO Michelle Bianchi Pingel prepare to bid the Players Theatre downtown location a bittersweet farewell. Photo by Marty Fugate.
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • September 18, 2016
If These Walls Could Talk: Players leadership reflects on theater history

In May, The Players Theatre announced its plans to relocate from downtown Sarasota to Lakewood Ranch. Backstage at its current location, the walls chronicle its rich history of community theater.

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  • Nick Friedman
  • September 18, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 22

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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  • September 16, 2016
Remembering Paul Wolfe — Sarasota's Music Man

Paul Wolfe, co-founder of the Sarasota Music Festival, died Tuesday at age 90.

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  • Nick Friedman
  • September 14, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Sept. 15

A look at our favorite events taking place this week.

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Sienna Hanson, 9, cuts strips of colored paper for her paper-woven iconcept jr. dress at Girls Inc. Photo by Niki Kottmann.
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • September 14, 2016
Uncommon Threads: New runway show gives kids a chance to shine

Inaugural iconcept jr. showcases young designers with an eye for the unconventional.

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  • September 14, 2016
Peak Performances: Joseph Caulkins' adventurous spirit

From the conductor’s podium to the world’s most isolated mountaintops, the Key Chorale artistic director draws inspiration from adventure.

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