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Interior motives

Mark Dalton spent the first 20 years of his interior-design career snubbing bargain-basement home decor. Now his business (and his home) is built around it.

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  • May 19, 2010
The golden touch

The Golden Apple Dinner Theatre's always-sunny stage manager shares her control issues, dream projects and an inside look at the theater life.

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  • May 19, 2010
Music Review: Sarasota Orchestra: 'Great Escapes'

Fun and festive, Sarasota Orchestra's recent "Great Escapes" program at Holley Hall was just the thing for a warm spring night.

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  • May 19, 2010
Film Review: 'Robin Hood'

'Robin Hood' is a heart-pounding adventure film sure to arouse applause.

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  • May 12, 2010
Shutterbugs refocus photo club

The organization's leaders have relaunched the club and are introducing a few new ideas at this month's meeting.

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Sideshow Attraction

Three seasons after launching their modern dance company, Courtney Smith and Leah Verier-Dunn prepare for their biggest gig to date -- the circus spectacle 'Center Ring' at the Historic Asolo Theatre.

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  • May 12, 2010
artsEXPO promotes creative networking

The Sarasota County Arts Council makes good on its arts-advocacy agenda by bringing back artsEXPO for a second year in a row.

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  • May 12, 2010
The Artist Series: Faith Sherman and Joseph Li

Grammy-nominated vocalist Faith Sherman and pianist Joseph Li recently performed in Lakewood Ranch as part of the Artist Series of Sarasota.

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  • May 12, 2010
Film Review: 'Babies'

'Babies,' which follows four newborns around the world from birth to first steps, opened Mother's Day weekend.

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  • May 5, 2010
Body of work

After working as a professional sculptor for 16 years, Keith Christopher lands his first monumental commission -- a 9-foot-tall Roman goddess to be installed this summer in downtown Sarasota.

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  • May 5, 2010
The star pleaser

The technical director at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall explains how he copes with lengthy production riders, technical snafus and diva demands.

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  • May 5, 2010
Film Review: 'City Island'

The ensemble cast of talented actors make "City Island" a joy to watch.

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  • May 5, 2010
Music Review: Dick Hyman

From rags and stride to the blues, Hyman has a handle on style and technique.

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  • May 5, 2010
Kid comedians take a crack at improv

Florida Studio Theatre's Kids Komedy Club builds confidence and comedic timing in its students.

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  • May 4, 2010
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Cafe Amici Executive Chef Achille Nigri shares an exclusive recipe with YourObserver.com readers.

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