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Heidi Kurpiela I feel like I just stood up on a surfboard and caught a wave,” Gid Pool says of his recent ascent to comedy stardom. “I’m enjoying the ride, that’s for sure.”
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  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • April 18, 2012
BACKSTAGE PASS: Comedic timing

Retiree Gid Pool never expected to find his true calling at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre, nor did he expect The Wall Street Journal or the 'Today' show to laugh at his jokes.

  • Arts + Culture
In "Jericho," Beth (Eleanor Handley) is dating Ethan (Michael Satow), right, but continues to see the ghost of her husband, Alec (Will Little), who died on Sept. 11. Photo courtesy of Maria Lyle.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • April 18, 2012
Theater Review: 'Jericho'

After its world premiere at the New Jersey Repertory Theater, award-winning "Jericho," is being presented by Florida Studio Theatre as part of the Sarasota Festival of New Plays and the National New Play Network's "rolling world premiere," designed to stimulate the continued restaging of new writers.

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  • June LeBell
  • April 18, 2012
Music Review: 'La Musica: Program III'

La Musica, the international chamber music festival that adorns Sarasota's rich culture scene every spring, has taken residence in the Opera House.

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Danielle Brown, Octavio Martin and Sara Sardelli in George Balanchine's "Serenade." Photos by Frank Atura.
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  • Anna Dearing
  • April 18, 2012
Dance Review: 'Serenade,' 'Bello' and 'Nine Sinatra Songs'

The Sarasota Ballet's most recent production of George Balanchine's "Serenade," Dominic Walsh's "Bello" and Twyla Tharp's "Nine Sinatra Songs" was truly an exceptional evening. The company of dancers performed each piece with utmost dexterity and wonderful stage presence.

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Jerry Feinstein. Photo by Molly Schechter.
  • By Loren Mayo and Molly Schechter
  • April 18, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

A feast of fun; As many guests as years; Posh party plans

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • June LeBell
  • April 18, 2012
Kitchen Classics: Dirk and Jennifer Meyer

Dirk Meyer and Jennifer Berges Meyer are musical icons in Sarasota.

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Photo courtesy of Plush Foto
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 18, 2012
OCCASIONS

ENGAGEMENTS + WEDDINGS

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Anthony Paull
  • April 17, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival: 'Adventures in Plymptoons' Director Interview

Sarasota Film Festival: 'Adventures in Plymptoons' Director Interview

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Jack Littman-Quinn
  • April 17, 2012
Ready, Set, Action, Opening Night at the 2012 Sarasota Film Festival

Ready, Set, Action, Opening Night at the 2012 Sarasota Film Festival

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  • By John Ewing
  • April 17, 2012
Observe This: Today’s Top Stories

Observe This: Today’s Top Stories

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  • By The Insider
  • April 17, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival: TWO FOR TUESDAY SPECIAL! Matinee Madness! Filmmakers in Attendance!

Sarasota Film Festival: TWO FOR TUESDAY SPECIAL! Matinee Madness! Filmmakers in Attendance!

  • Arts + Culture
  • By The Insider
  • April 16, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival: What to See Today!

Sarasota Film Festival: What to See Today!

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Uriel Quiles
  • April 16, 2012
Hamlet: Prince of Cuba

Hamlet: Prince of Cuba

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  • By Anthony Paull
  • April 16, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival - 'A Perfect Wedding' Review

Sarasota Film Festival - 'A Perfect Wedding' Review

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  • By The Insider
  • April 16, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival ARTS LOVERS SPOTLIGHT: Artist/Director John Sims and THE RHYTHM OF LOVE!

Sarasota Film Festival ARTS LOVERS SPOTLIGHT: Artist/Director John Sims and THE RHYTHM OF LOVE!

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