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  • October 30, 2015
Music review: Sarasota Orchestra: "Percussion Perfect"

A pitch-perfect performance

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  • October 30, 2015
Theater review: "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang"

This takes audiences on a nostalgia trip at The Players

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  • October 27, 2015
Film review: 'Steve Jobs'

Michael Fassbender explores the dark side of the genius behind Apple.

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The Sarasota Ballet paid tribute to Ballet Master Pavel Fomin by performing his ballet, "Hommage À Chopin." Photo Credit: Frank Atura
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  • October 26, 2015
Diversity in Dance

The Sarasota Ballet opened its 25th anniversary season showcasing the work of its own dancers.

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  • October 26, 2015
Theater review: "Freak"

Raw honesty and gutsy insight dominate this Urbanite Theatre production

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  • October 20, 2015
Theater review: 'The Color Purple'

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's production stands tall

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  • October 20, 2015
Film review: 'Bridge of Spies'

Intellectual heroism in Spielberg and Hanks' latest collaboration

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Jen Shyu
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  • October 19, 2015
Music review: Ringling International Arts Festival

Ringling International Arts Festival's Asian-themed performances weave Eastern and Western cultures

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  • October 14, 2015
Music review: Sarasota Orchestra Young Persons Concert

Thousands of kids hear the sounds of music

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  • October 14, 2015
Film review: '99 Homes'

A fearless performance by Michael Shannon

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  • October 13, 2015
Movie Review: 'The Walk'

Robert Zemeckis reaches dazzling new heights in "The Walk," which is based on the real life story of Philippe Petit's 1974 high wire performance between the World Trade Center towers.

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  • October 6, 2015
Theater review: 'The 39 Steps'

This four-person comedy tips a hat to Alfred Hitchcock

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Matt Damon in 'The Martian'
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  • October 6, 2015
Movie review: 'The Martian'

Director Ridley Scott's latest space flick exceeds expectations

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Jay Hunsberger
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  • October 6, 2015
Music review: Sarasota Orchestra Quintets and Tuba

Sarasota Orchestra chamber ensembles display virtuosity

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  • October 5, 2015
Theater review: 'Twelfth Night'

Asolo Rep's New Stages tour takes Shakespeare to camp

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