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  • By Jennifer McPheeters
  • January 6, 2015
BOOK REVIEW: 'Nora Webster' by Colm Tóibín

In his newest novel, "Nora Webster," Colm Tóibín examines the life of his titular character in the months and years following the loss of her young husband to heart disease.

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  • By Marc Rasmussen
  • January 6, 2015
A brief history of Golden Gate Point

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  • Nick Reichert
  • January 5, 2015
Celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse showcases Michael's On East

Chef Emeril gives his "BAM!" stamp of approval to Michael's On East in newest episode of television show.

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  • Nick Friedman
  • January 5, 2015
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Six things that didn't suck about 2014

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Tamara Stefanovich will bring her steady hand and esteemed piano talent to the Sarasota Orchestra.
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  • Nick Reichert
  • January 4, 2015
Sarasota Orchestra finds last-minute replacement for Masterworks III

Due to an untimely illness, Russian trumpeter Sergei Nakariakov will be replaced as a solo performer by world-renowned pianist Tamara Stefanovich.

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  • Marty Fugate
  • January 4, 2015
THEATER REVIEW: 'As You Like It'

'As You Like It,' the current Asolo Conservatory production, revels in some of Shakespeare's romantic comedy favorites.

  • Arts + Culture
The Perl-Tones doing doo wop at Michael's On East.
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  • June LeBell
  • January 3, 2015
MUSIC REVIEW: Perlman Music Program's Celebration Concert

When music is well done, it's always fresh, always new.

  • Arts + Culture
The PMP Sarasota Winter Residency hosted the orchestra rehearsal with PMP/Suncoast Super Strings Friday, Jan. 2, at Sarasota Opera House.
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • January 1, 2015
Orchestra rehearsal with PMP/Suncoast Super Strings

PMP/Suncoast Super Strings played the solo lines of the first movement of Bach's Concerto for Two Violins in D minor Friday, Jan. 2, at the Sarasota Opera House.

  • Arts + Culture
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  • Pam Nadon
  • January 1, 2015
FILM REVIEW: 'Big Eyes'

The new film, "Big Eyes," is a true story based on a big lie.

  • Arts + Culture
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    By
  • Nick Reichert
  • December 31, 2014
The Coffee Loft: New grounds for local musicians

The Coffee Loft: New grounds for local musicians

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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • December 30, 2014
LISTEN: Genre-blending with Andres Colin at Darwin's on 4th

LISTEN: Genre-blending with Andres Colin at Darwin's on 4th

  • Arts + Culture
'Woody Sez: the Life and Music of Woody Guthrie'
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • December 29, 2014
THEATER: 2015 Highlights

Not to spoil the surprise, but here's a sneak peak at the don't-miss plays at nearby theaters in 2015.

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'The Golden Cockerel'
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  • Nick Reichert
  • December 29, 2014
A&E Editor's Picks for 2015

A&E Editor's picks for the don't-miss arts events of the 2015 season.

  • Arts + Culture
Black Tie: Events to attend in 2015
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  • Heather Merriman Saba
  • December 29, 2014
Black Tie: Events to attend in 2015

Black Tie Editor Heather Merriman guides you to the best events to attend in 2015.

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Kaylene Torregrossa works near the legacy her great-great grandfather left in Sarasota.
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  • Nick Reichert
  • December 29, 2014
Artistic roots

Kaylene Torregrossa follows in the path of her family's legacy.

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