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'42nd Street' kicks up its heels at Manatee Players

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'Indignation' shines a light on fate and its elusive grasp.

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“Bell, Book and Candle” enchants audiences at The Players.

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Majorie hopes to make Veronica Fish and Oyster a local destination.
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Mark Majorie brings his love for seafood to Veronica Fish and Oyster

From the New Orleans bayou to Sarasota Bay, Mark Majorie doesn't just love seafood. It's a way of life.

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Aunt Rudele tells all

Nate Jacobs' unstoppable comedic character has a life of her own.

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Darwin Santa Maria to launch Chela Brewing Co.

Santa Maria plans to open the new brewing company by November.

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Get lost in the forest of forgetting at Urbanite's new production

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  • August 15, 2016
Sarasota Ballet continues to honor Sir Frederick Ashton at Joyce Theater Debut

The ballet company continues to earn national recognition.

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A quest for Jewish identity enters comic territory at Florida Studio Theatre.

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Shemeeka Murrell gets a little emotional during Truality's gospel brunch performance on July 24, 2016.
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Blue Rooster’s Gospel brunch is about more than just food and music.

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Olivia Yagy, Tyler Blair, Jake Pearlman, Shawn Genther, Joshua Little and Brandon Follis, of ManaSota Films, are creating a single-shot film.
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Lights, Camera Collaboration

Area filmmakers pool their talents to learn and improve their craft.

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  • August 10, 2016
The Perfect Pair: JDub's casual twist on a culinary classic

JDub’s monthly event redefines the cheese tasting experience.

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Film review: 'Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words'

This documentary commemorates the free-wheeling, misunderstood genius of Frank Zappa in his own words.

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