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  • July 28, 2010
The multitasker

Actress. Director. Mother of twins. Kyle Ennis Turoff, The Golden Apple Dinner Theatre's 'drowsy chaperone,' gives us a glimpse into her world.

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  • July 28, 2010
Sarasota's fYfE founders put up their dukes

Zach Gilliland and Amanda Landesberg plan to reinvigorate Sarasota's art and music scene with a little competitive spirit.

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  • July 28, 2010
FILM REVIEW: 'Winter's Bone'

When an unknown actor delivers a jaw-dropping performance in a lead role, it's thrilling to watch. Jennifer Lawrence manages to catapult herself to that lofty status in the new film, "Winter's Bone."

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  • July 22, 2010
CAMP SPOTLIGHT: Sarasota Orchestra

The Sarasota Observer checked in with the Sarasota Orchestra's summer camp on its final and most exciting day - recital day.

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  • July 21, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: M Gallery of Fine Art

'This intimate salon-like atmosphere echoes the art world's sweeping movement toward representational art,' says gallery owner Maggie Kruger.

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  • July 21, 2010
Broadway muscle (WITH VIDEO)

Former dancer Jay Poindexter went from working in the spotlight to pulling the strings backstage.

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  • July 21, 2010
Arts anchor (WITH VIDEO)

Sarasota radio host Lynne Bernfield has delved into the minds and hearts of Sarasota's most beloved artists and entertainers.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • July 21, 2010
Film Review: 'Inception'

When Christopher Nolan directs, expect greatness and, above all, originality. In his highly anticipated new film, "Inception," Nolan pulls out all the stops, taking his audience on an intellectual ride that thrills at every turn.

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  • July 16, 2010
Ty Tojo Performs at Rosemary Rising (VIDEO)

Circus Sarasota's Ty Tojo performs his juggling act at Rosemary Rising.

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  • July 15, 2010
Singer vies for hometown votes on NBC talent show

The Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's Chris Eisenberg will perform live Tuesday on 'America's Got Talent.'

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  • July 14, 2010
Funny girls

How comedy is keeping the hilarious women of FST's Vintage Whine improv troupe young at heart.

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  • July 14, 2010
Spin cycle

Kelly Insinna, aka DJ Sinna-G, shares her excitement about the Vinyl Music Festival, Top-40 remixes and CD slippage.

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  • Stephanie Hannum
  • July 14, 2010
GALLERY AROUND THE CORNER: Parkland Art Gallery

'I look for an artist who has a little edge about them,' said gallery owner Kevin Greeland. 'I would also say an artist whose work has an authentic voice and the work has a sense of 'craft' to it."

  • Arts + Culture
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  • June LeBell
  • July 14, 2010
Music Review: From the Inside Out

On the afternoon of the Fourth of July, June LeBell was on the stage of the Historic Asolo Theater with about 30 of Sarasota's finest singers for Gloria Musicae's annual (and sold-out) concert.

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  • Pam Nadon
  • July 14, 2010
Film Review: 'Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work'

In the world of show business, if you're not hot, you're not. No one knows that better than Joan Rivers. At age 77, she's still pounding the pavement in search of gigs.

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