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  • By Kathryn Parks
  • January 29, 2013
Home Resource: Sarasota’s own fringe theatre

Home Resource: Sarasota’s own fringe theatre

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Chef Judi Gallagher
  • January 29, 2013
TWISS = This Week Is Soooo Sweet!

TWISS = This Week Is Soooo Sweet!

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
Asolo Repertory Theatre board member Howard Phillips
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 29, 2013
Asolo Repertory Theatre board member Howard Phillips dies

Howard Phillips died in his sleep at the hospital Friday, Jan. 25.

  • Arts + Culture
Wallenda makes his way across the high wire.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 29, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Nik Wallenda Walks Across U.S. 41

Nik Wallenda successfully completed his high-wire walk across U.S. 41 Tuesday, Jan. 29. Hundreds of spectators gathered approximately 180 feet below to watch the walk, which took about 11 minutes to complete.

  • Arts + Culture
Bobbi Eschenbach performs "Cabaret" to highlight Venice Theatre's Summer Cabaret Festival taking place July 19 through Aug. 25.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 29, 2013
Venice Theatre announces productions in 64th season

Venice Theatre opened the curtain on its 64th season the evening of Jan. 28 in the lobby. Each show was announced by Artistic/Executive Director Murray Chase followed by a performance by some of the theater's regular actors.

  • Arts + Culture
Ben Vereen brings his one-man act to Venice Theatre. Courtesy photo.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 28, 2013
Q&A: One-man act and Broadway star Ben Vereen

'Steppin' Out Live with Ben Vereen' comes to Venice Theatre Feb. 8 and 9. Check out our Q&A with this hall of fame theater performer.

  • Arts + Culture
Guests of the Forks & Corks Grand Tasting enjoyed nearly 400 award-winning wines from more than 80 international winemakers throughout the afternoon.
    By
  • Rachel S. OHara
  • January 28, 2013
ABOUT LAST NIGHT: Catholic Charities Ball and Forks & Corks Grand Tasting

Enjoy two videos from this weekend's Black Tie Events.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • January 25, 2013
Popcorn Bob's Movie Magic

Enjoy this week's movie reviews by Popcorn Bob.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Jessi Smith
  • January 24, 2013
TWIS Travel in Ecuador: Adventure at the center of the world

TWIS Travel in Ecuador: Adventure at the center of the world

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By James Campbell
  • January 24, 2013
RUSH -- an exercise experiment

RUSH -- an exercise experiment

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
Jack’s Ceviche featuring Rock Shrimp, Jicima, tomatoes, peppers, onions and lime juice topped with a plantain chip
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 24, 2013
PHOTO GALLERY: Jack Dusty Opening

Jack Dusty is new restaurant in town located inside the Ritz Carlton and features costal cuisine and crafted cocktails on Sarasota's classy waterfront. On Saturday, Jan. 19 social media influencers set sail for an opening-weekend party at the new establishment.

  • Arts + Culture
Tim Jaeger wants to encourage more participation in the visual arts.
    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • January 24, 2013
Mr. Beery's taps artists' talent

Tim Jaeger was searching for a way to boost community interest in the visual arts. As he sat at the bar and doodled on a napkin, the idea hit him.

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Robin Punsalan
  • January 23, 2013
The cinematic expression of "Skyfall"

The cinematic expression of "Skyfall"

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Kathryn Parks
  • January 23, 2013
Backstage Blogger - A Sarasota actress shines the spotlight behind the curtain

Backstage Blogger - A Sarasota actress shines the spotlight behind the curtain

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Chef Judi Gallagher
  • January 23, 2013
TWISSS: This Week Is Sweet, Salty -- and a Stress-Buster

TWISSS: This Week Is Sweet, Salty -- and a Stress-Buster

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
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