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The Umbrella House sits in Lido Shores. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 10, 2019
Scene & Heard 04.11.19

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Cindy Gold performs in Asolo Rep's production of "The Cake." Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • April 9, 2019
Asolo Rep's 'The Cake' shows the not-so-sweet yet human side of the Bible Belt

Bekah Brunstetter’s 'The Cake' serves up a satiric slice of life in Asolo Repertory Theatre’s latest production.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Kit Harrington as Jon Snow in "Game of Thrones." Photo source: HBO.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • April 8, 2019
Binge Blog: Winter is here (in a sense)

"Game of Thrones" (HBO) and "Pulp Fiction" (Netflix) are this week's recommendations.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Photo courtesy Ed Alley
  • By Edward Alley
  • April 8, 2019
Sarasota Orchestra takes its final bow with Anu Tali as music director

The Sarasota Orchestra was joined by Choral Artists of Sarasota and Key Chorale at the Masterworks 7 concert, titled 'Peace and Joy.'

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Photo courtesy GeekTyrant
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • April 4, 2019
'The Mustang' is an exquisitely shot film about empathy that touches the soul

Matthias Schoenaert's brilliant performance in this heartbreaking and heartwarming film tells the story of a man saved by an animal.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Bruce Rodgers retires Dec. 31. Courtesy phot
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 3, 2019
Scene & Heard 04.04.19

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week with Hermitage Artist Retreat, Embracing Our Differences and Asolo Repertory Theatre.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • April 3, 2019
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Season 2, Episode 12 (Season Finale)

The season finale of 'Siesta Key' season 2 did not disappoint.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Conductor Guillermo Figuora — Courtesy photo
    By
  • Edward Alley
  • April 2, 2019
'Music of the Americas' offers Sarasota Orchestra patrons taste of Latin music

The dynamic Discoveries 3 concert featured Latin American and Latin American-inspired music and ended in an explosive finale.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
"Follies" runs through April 14 at The Players Centre for Performing Arts, 838 N Tamiami Trail. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • April 1, 2019
Sondheim's 'Follies' offers reflections on life, love and loss at The Players Centre

The Players Centre for Performing Arts in Sarasota's latest production, "Follies," is a fun and nostalgic celebration of musical theater with a philosophical undertone.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Anu Tali was music director of the Sarasota Orchestra from 2013-2019.
    By
  • Edward Alley
  • March 29, 2019
A look back on six years of growth with Anu Tali

The Sarasota Orchestra music director's final concert with the group is April 9.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Kristen Stewart in "Personal Shopper." Photo source: Netflix.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • March 29, 2019
Binge Blog: Exiting the "Twilight" zone

"Personal Shopper," starring Kristen Stewart, and "Good Time," starring Robert Pattinson, are this week's Binge Blog must-stream picks for the Sarasota Observer.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
"Noises Off" runs through April 20. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • March 28, 2019
Asolo Rep's 'Noises Off' puts a monkey wrench in the machinery of farce

Michael Frayn’s farce within a farce is a clever, funny story with brilliant set design and a talented cast.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
Remy Germinario performs in "Buyer & Cellar." Photo by Matthew Holler
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • March 27, 2019
'Buyer & Cellar' sends up stars and the people who love them at FST

The latest Florida Studio Theatre production is a caricature study (no, not quite character) of Barbra Streisand.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
“Unchained Melodies” has now been seen by more people than any other cabaret show in Florida Studio Theatre history. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • March 27, 2019
Scene & Heard 03.28.19

Here's a look at the A&E news of the week in Sarasota and Bradenton with Florida Studio Theatre, Urbanite Theatre, musician Derek Lersch, Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society, Coolinary, Umbrellas1926, Lemon Tree Kitchen and Fresh Mozzarella Pizzeria

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • March 26, 2019
Key Notes: 'Siesta Key' Season 2, Episode 11

It was Juliette's birthday on this episode of "Siesta Key," but Alex seemed to be the one with the most to, unfortunately, celebrate this week.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Reviews
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