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"Performing has always been my favorite outlet," says Dhakeria Cunningham. "Whenever I couldn't articulate how I felt about something, I would dance it out."
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • April 18, 2012
Dhakeria Cunningham: Belle de jour

Actress Dhakeria Cunningham gets ready to shake up Sarasota in her biggest and most spirited role yet - Josephine Baker in the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe's 'Blackbird.'

  • Arts + Culture
McCurdy's Comedy Theatre opened its doors 24 years ago.
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • April 18, 2012
Scene & Heard

McCurdy preps for 'Today' show close-up; YouthArts Fest puts creativity on display; Jazz Juvies blends hot rhythms with Fuzión

  • Arts + Culture
Mackenzie Yaryura, winner of the Healthy Teen Coalition
    By
  • Mallory Gnaegy
  • April 18, 2012
HIGHLIGHTS: Student filmmakers premiere their works

The Hollywood Nights Student Cinema Showcase featured the filmmakers of tomorrow April 15, at Regal Hollywood 20, in a premiere of 11 films written and produced by area teenagers.

  • Arts + Culture
Heidi Kurpiela I feel like I just stood up on a surfboard and caught a wave,” Gid Pool says of his recent ascent to comedy stardom. “I’m enjoying the ride, that’s for sure.”
    By
  • Heidi Kurpiela
  • April 18, 2012
BACKSTAGE PASS: Comedic timing

Retiree Gid Pool never expected to find his true calling at McCurdy's Comedy Theatre, nor did he expect The Wall Street Journal or the 'Today' show to laugh at his jokes.

  • Arts + Culture
In "Jericho," Beth (Eleanor Handley) is dating Ethan (Michael Satow), right, but continues to see the ghost of her husband, Alec (Will Little), who died on Sept. 11. Photo courtesy of Maria Lyle.
  • By Paula Atwell
  • April 18, 2012
Theater Review: 'Jericho'

After its world premiere at the New Jersey Repertory Theater, award-winning "Jericho," is being presented by Florida Studio Theatre as part of the Sarasota Festival of New Plays and the National New Play Network's "rolling world premiere," designed to stimulate the continued restaging of new writers.

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • June LeBell
  • April 18, 2012
Music Review: 'La Musica: Program III'

La Musica, the international chamber music festival that adorns Sarasota's rich culture scene every spring, has taken residence in the Opera House.

  • Arts + Culture
Danielle Brown, Octavio Martin and Sara Sardelli in George Balanchine's "Serenade." Photos by Frank Atura.
    By
  • Anna Dearing
  • April 18, 2012
Dance Review: 'Serenade,' 'Bello' and 'Nine Sinatra Songs'

The Sarasota Ballet's most recent production of George Balanchine's "Serenade," Dominic Walsh's "Bello" and Twyla Tharp's "Nine Sinatra Songs" was truly an exceptional evening. The company of dancers performed each piece with utmost dexterity and wonderful stage presence.

  • Arts + Culture
Jerry Feinstein. Photo by Molly Schechter.
  • By Loren Mayo and Molly Schechter
  • April 18, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

A feast of fun; As many guests as years; Posh party plans

  • Arts + Culture
  • By Loren Mayo and Molly Schechter
  • April 18, 2012
Black Tie & Tales

A feast of fun; As many guests as years; Posh party plans

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  • June LeBell
  • April 18, 2012
Kitchen Classics: Dirk and Jennifer Meyer

Dirk Meyer and Jennifer Berges Meyer are musical icons in Sarasota.

  • Arts + Culture
Photo courtesy of Plush Foto
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  • Observer Staff
  • April 18, 2012
OCCASIONS

ENGAGEMENTS + WEDDINGS

  • Arts + Culture
Courtesy photo
    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • April 18, 2012
Athlete of the Week: Hawkins-Smyk

Southeast High freshman Zoë Hawkins-Smyk crossed the finish line in 6:09.10 to win the 1,600 meters and help lead the Lady Seminoles to a second-place finish at the Class 2A-District 10 meet April 12. The 15-year-old also anchored the 4x800 relay to a first-place finish. Here is an inside look at this week's Athlete of the Week.

  • East County
  • Sports
  • By Anthony Paull
  • April 17, 2012
Sarasota Film Festival: 'Adventures in Plymptoons' Director Interview

Sarasota Film Festival: 'Adventures in Plymptoons' Director Interview

  • Arts + Culture
    By
  • Jack Littman-Quinn
  • April 17, 2012
Ready, Set, Action, Opening Night at the 2012 Sarasota Film Festival

Ready, Set, Action, Opening Night at the 2012 Sarasota Film Festival

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Things To Do
  • By John Ewing
  • April 17, 2012
Observe This: Today’s Top Stories

Observe This: Today’s Top Stories

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