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Arts + Entertainment

Kelsey Fowler, Zach Rand and Holly Rizzo
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 25, 2010
Asolo introduces 'Bonnie and Clyde' cast and artists

The Asolo Repertory Theatre welcomed the artists and cast for "Bonnie and Clyde," a new musical from Ivan Menchell, Don Black, John McDaniel and Jeff Calhoun.

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The Sarasota Ballet was one of many arts groups to perform at the Art of Caring Gala.
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • October 23, 2010
Performance of 'Percolator' at The Art of Caring Gala (VIDEO)

The Sarasota Ballet performed "Percolator" at the Glasser/Schoenbaum Human Services Center's The Art of Caring Gala Friday, Oct. 22, at Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
Violinist Tim Fain performed at the Ringling International Arts Festival.
    By
  • June LeBell
  • October 20, 2010
Music Review: Ringling International Arts Festival Part I

Tim Fain has performed in Sarasota before, but his appearances at the Ringling International Arts Festival last week proved he's worthy of every honor and should be going on to a career of major importance in the future.

  • Arts + Culture
"The hat that suits me best is that of a producer," Ben Turoff says. "It comes from growing up in the theater. I can appreciate what everyone brings to a situation because I'm able to pull from all my experiences."
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • October 20, 2010
'Home on the Stage'

Ben Turoff explains why he prefers the 'folksier' Glenridge Performing Arts Center to the familiar lights of Sarasota's downtown-theater scene.

  • Arts + Culture
"We try to go about our business like nothing is a problem," Brad Pattison says of his and his wife, Ellie's, come-what-may attitude. "Because everything has a solution."
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • October 20, 2010
Backstage Pass: Practical Magic

The Players Theatre's Brad and Ellie Pattison share a backstage love story and kindred theater bonds.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Molly Schechter
  • October 20, 2010
Edibles

Savory Street International Cafe and Bakery

  • Arts + Culture
Mikhail Baryshnikov and David Neumann performed in front of sold-out crowds at the Ringling International Arts Festival.
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • October 20, 2010
Dance Review: 'Solos with Mikhail Baryshnikov & David Neumann'

Famed dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov demonstrated at the Ringling International Arts Festival (RIAF) that a dance career is not just for the young.

  • Arts + Culture
John Malkovich and Morgan Freeman star in "Red."
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • October 20, 2010
Film Review: 'Red'

Based on a DC Comics miniseries, "Red" starts out with a major bang, and the action never lets up.

  • Arts + Culture
Blake Ellis, chef and co-owner of The Savory Street International Cafe & Bakery.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • October 18, 2010
A how-to with Chef Blake Ellis

Blake Ellis, chef and co-owner of The Savory Street International Cafe & Bakery, gives a how-to on properly icing a cake without any leftover crumbs in the icing.

  • Arts + Culture
Spectators watched from any spot they could find - even from the roofs of their cars - as a stuntman drove a car off the Ringling Bridge.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 17, 2010
Bridge stunts conclude with fiery explosion (WITH VIDEO)

Sanborn Studios filmed the final action scene of its new action TV series "Miami 24/7" Sunday on the John Ringling Bridge. Some drivers sat in traffic for up to 30 minutes during an exciting stunt when a car was driven off the bridge.

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Chris Voelker links arms with a shopaholic Tube Dude.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 17, 2010
Festival transforms downtown into art showcase

The 16th annual Downtown Sarasota Art and Craft Festival returned to Main Street Saturday and Sunday, featuring everything from handmade jewelry to Tube Dudes.

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Maria and Burt Zupa, Amari Daniel and Isabella Zupa planned a picnic for the concert.
    By
  • Loren Mayo
  • October 17, 2010
Selby Gardens features concert al fresco

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens held its Fall Music Series Sunday, featuring a 'Bach to Rock' performance by the Sarasota Brass Quintet.

  • Sarasota
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Zack and Tatiana Archer
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • October 16, 2010
FunFest brings kid-friendly entertainment to RIAF

In keeping with the spirit of Ringling International Arts Festival, the Family FunFest played host to curious dance performances, arts and crafts and more.

  • Arts + Culture
"Fiori Gallery has really become a hybrid gallery," says owner Rusty Colliard. "All I carried before was original artwork, but since the economy turned, we decided to also offer consignment."
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • October 14, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Fiori Gallery

Fiori Gallery always featured original artwork, however, in the current economy, it has expanded to include prints as well as upscale furnishings/home decor and some women's accessories.

  • Arts + Culture
Lorraine and Cory Collins share a passion for food and cooking.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • October 13, 2010
Main Street chefs dish out service

Cory and Lorraine Collins are cooks at competing restaurants on Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

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