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"I have a lot of Sturm und Drang (German for storm and stress) inside my head, so I really like those roles where I get to take what's in my head and put it out there a little bit," Jeffrey Plunkett says.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 30, 2013
All in the family: Jeffrey Plunkett

When actor Jeffrey Plunkett started acting at Florida Studio Theatre, he was barely older than the interns - now he's 47 and well-seasoned.

  • Arts + Culture
Holly. Courtesy.
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 30, 2013
Scene & Heard

Sarasota Film Society has Hollywood dreams; Sarasota senior publishes memoir; Holly takes a Two-Day 'vacation'

  • Arts + Culture
Brian Sills and Elizabeth King-Hall in "The Heidi Chronicles." Photo by Gary Sweetman
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 30, 2013
Theater Review: 'The Heidi Chronicles'

The third show in the 2013 Asolo Repertory Theatre's theme of "The American Character" was aptly chosen.

  • Arts + Culture
Douglas Jones and Jesse Dornan in Asolo Repertory Theatre's "Glengarry Glen Ross." Photo by Cliff Roles.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • January 30, 2013
Theater Review: 'Glengarry Glen Ross'

Written in 1984, the play explores the grimy, sad underbelly of American capitalism hinted at in the earlier classic, "Death of a Salesman."

  • Arts + Culture
Susan Egan. Courtesy.
    By
  • June LeBell
  • January 30, 2013
Music Review: 'Bravo Broadway!'

Many American orchestras are in trouble, and they seem to be dropping like flies from coast to coast. But, there are some that are actually thriving, and the Sarasota Orchestra is, fortunately, among those that are flourishing, even booming.

  • Arts + Culture
Tom Courtenay and Maggie Smith star in "Quartet." Courtesy.
    By
  • Pam Nadon
  • January 30, 2013
Film Review: 'Quartet'

The new film, "Quartet," is sweet, sentimental and, at times, introspective. Dustin Hoffman directs the cast of first-rate, seasoned British actors in this comedy about retired musicians who reside in a senior living facility.

  • Arts + Culture
Before
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  • Observer Staff
  • January 30, 2013
Crafty Genes: Pallet Planter

This week Crafty Genes builds a planter from a pallet. Learn how to do-it-yourself with our step-by-step guide!

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • June LeBell
  • January 30, 2013
TiDBITES

Forks & Corks uncorks some winners; Michael's On East takes diners on culinary adventures; Tea time at the Crosley; Downtown Dining

  • Arts + Culture
Ashley and Tim Gruters announce their big news. Jolanta Bremer of I AM ART Couture Photography.
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 30, 2013
Black Tie & Tales

Babies on board!; Big band kick-off; SMOA: A swan song; Tidbits

  • Arts + Culture
Photo by Rachel S. O'Hara
    By
  • Stephanie Hannum
  • January 30, 2013
Social Studies: Pauline Joerger

Although she's originally from Germany, Pauline Joerger's Sarasota roots date back more than 100 years, and she's continuing to plant new ones with her two daughters.

  • Arts + Culture
Jose Carreno, auditions, Carreno Dance Festival, Carreño Master Class Series, Sarasota
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • January 30, 2013
Carreño Dance Festival changes name and announces auditions

Sarasota auditions will be held Feb. 17 for newly named "Carreno Summer Master Class Series."

  • Arts + Culture
Chairwomen Julie Delaney, B.J. Creighton and Margarete Van Antwerpen
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  • Black Tie Staff
  • January 29, 2013
Historic Spanish Point Annual Luncheon 'A Decade of Inspiring Cuisine'

Historic Spanish Point Annual Luncheon 'A Decade of Inspiring Cuisine'

  • Black Tie
  • By Skylar Ead
  • January 29, 2013
How to FroYo in Sarasota

How to FroYo in Sarasota

  • Arts + Entertainment
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  • By Robin Punsalan
  • January 29, 2013
Surviving "The Impossible"

Surviving "The Impossible"

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

Home Resource: Sarasota’s own fringe theatre

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