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Featured Artist
Our Featured Artists for this issue are both the filmmaker, Ken Sons, and the subject of his soon to premiere documentary, Knuckleball, Brett Leake. Ken is known by many locally for his work with McCurdy’s Comedy Theatre and The Bermuda Mavericks (frequently partnered with Les McCurdy). Ken has performed for 24 years as a nationally touring comedian and is also the Development Director for Children First. Knuckleball is the story of our Co-Featured Artist, Brett Leake. Leake was diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy at the age of 13. Despite the diagnosis, and what would to many be a deterrent, Leake went on to become a nationally recognized comedian and has appeared on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno six times. With unwavering determination, Brett faces his progressing disease and continuously finds new ways to bring joy to his life and laughter to millions. To view the trailer of this film click here and be sure to see the screenings at the Sarasota Film Festival on April 15 and 17. Buy tickets here. (click here to nominate our next artist)
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April 3 - 22 Godspell is playing at the Venice Little Theatre and tickets are on sale now at 941-488-1115. The hit musical has thrilled audiences for more than thirty years with hits like “Day By Day” and “By My Side.” |
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April 5 - 19 If you haven’t taken the time to check out the new, clear, reception from WSLR, do it right now by clicking here. Then be sure to listen every weekday from 2-3 to the Talk of the SunCoast with Cliff Roles. Some of Cliff’s upcoming guests include April 5: Diane Ahlquist, psychic & author; April 6: Jody Kielbasa & Hans Wohlgefahrt of the Sarasota Film Festival; April 9: Cellist & pianist Sasha Von Dassow and Joyce Valentine; April 11: Dayle Hoffman & Marci Marsh form The Classic Ladies Book Club of Sarasota; April 13: Betty Cohan, Sex & Relationship Therapist. |
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April 6 [ hot momma ] Experience the beautiful watercolor paintings of Ellen Kaiden among the Women Painters of Sarasota Series at the M Gallery of Fine Art. Artist’s reception on First Friday from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. |
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Opened March 27 Florida Studio Theatre presents Laughing Matters…Too. The show is heralded as a “wacky blitz of humor and unadulterated social and political satire.” Call 941-366-9000 for tickets and information. |
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April 6 The 5th annual Emerging Artists competition for Manatee County high school students in Bradenton's Village of the Arts begins Friday with an awards presentation slated at 6:00 pm at the Still Life in G Gallery (Bradenton’s Village of the Arts). This year's categories consist of: 2-Dimensional, 3-Dimensional, and Photography/Digital works. All submitted works will be on display in many galleries throughout the Village of the Arts through April 28th. Call Mark Runnals for information at 941-747-0651. (photo of the 2006 1st Place Winner for 2D Oil Painting, Tyrell Waiters from Bayshore High) |
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April 6
[ reflections ] Patricia Prince Tunnell "New York Reflections" previews Friday, April 6th, 6:00 - 9:00 pm at Greene Contemporary. Open Wednesday through Saturday 10:00 - 6:00 pm the show will run through April 28th for more information click here. |
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Now Embracing Our Differences is a big exhibit right on the bayfront in downtown Sarasota. The artwork is billboard size and the messages of tolerance and understanding are truly moving. Take a stroll and enjoy! |
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April 9 The Players Theatre presents Paris Café for one night only. The performance explores the lighter side of composers like Chopin, Gershwin and Debussy with featured musicians Joyce Valentine and Sasha Von Dassow. Call 941-365-3494 for tickets and information. |
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Now Exhibited The John and Mable Ringling Museum presents two exciting exhibits in the new Ulla R. and Arthur F. Searing Wing: Bedazzled; 500 Years of Jewelry and Encouraging American Genius: Master Paintings from the Corcoran Gallery of Art. Regular Museum admission includes the special exhibitions, Museum of Art, Cŕ d’Zan Mansion, Circus Museums including the Tibbals Learning Center and Mable Ringling’s Rose Garden and 66 acres of lushly landscaped grounds. Don’t forget that Monday the Museum is FREE, woo hoo! (painting by Gilbert Stewart) |
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April 10 - 22 La Musica International Chamber Music Festival brings the best of Europe and America to the stage for just under two weeks. Performed this year at the St. Thomas Moore Catholic Church. Check the website for full details and you can reach the box office at 941-346-2601. (photo of Frederico Agostini) |
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April 11 - 20 The Powel Crosley Theatre presents Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Ernest. Since first being produced in London in 1895, the play has been in continuous run around the globe and even spawned a movie or two. Call 941-722-3244 for tickets and information. |
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April 13 - 14 Suncoast Youth Theatre presents Disney's High School Musical at The Backlot each night at 7:00 pm. Tickets are available at SRQBoxOffice.com and by calling 941-363-6300 (and at the door if available). The Suncoast Youth Theatre strives to provide quality performance opportunities for area middle and high school students and productions are family-friendly. |
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April 13 - 22 The Sarasota Film Festival returns with films, parties and more. Visit the SFF site today before it’s too late. |
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April 14 "Rhody carries the resume to make any fan of solid songwriting sit up and listen and his guest list of contributors is enough to get your attention. All of that will bring you to this record, but it's Rhody's heart-stopping songs and uncluttered playing that will grip you and make you stick around. And fall in love."--Performing Songwriter Magazine. Catch Alan Rhody at The Fogartyville Café. |
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April 14 - 18 MCC’s Studio 84 presents “Close Ties” in the John W. James Studio Theatre on the campus of Manatee Community College in Bradenton. The play, directed by Dean Anthony, is a drama/comedy about three generations of a warring family forced to make difficult decisions while spending a hot weekend in a Berkshires cabin. Tickets are on sale beginning April 4 at the Neel Performing Arts Center and by calling 941-752-5252. |
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April 19 The Digital Technology Centre is offering Apple Final Cut Express One-Day Workshop. Led by Ringling School of Art instructor Phil Chiocchio, the class will run from 9:00 - 4:30 pm and give students a practical understanding of the world of non-linear editing. If you have iMovie or Final Cut and need some added knowledge, or if you are brand new to it, this is your opportunity. Call Jon at 941-894-0362 for details and registration. |
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[ he's brad ]
Brad to the bone, that is. Brad Bryan is not your typical filmmaker. In fact, Brad Bryan is not your typical anything; he is atypical and has a unique view of the world, as presented in his work. Check out his stuff here and, while you are at it, check out his new pieces for the Chamber of Commerce and West Boca Medical Center. |
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[ audition ] Auditions for “Always A Part Of Me” by Jeffery Kin will be held Monday, April 9th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at The Players Studio, 500 Tallevast Road, Sarasota. Produced by The Eclectic Theatre Company, this play was a finalist in 2001 at The Plays The Thing, the new play reading series at The Players Theatre. The play will be directed by Kin and after successful productions in Richmond and Omaha, he is excited to have a professional production here in Sarasota. The roles are for MALES ONLY ages 20 through 70. The performance dates are May 17, 18, 19 & 20 at the Backlot Theatre. The play is billed as "a comedy with issues", so please prepare a One Minute monologue that is suitable for a contemporary comedy. You may be asked to read from the script. Production staff needed also. For more info and to make an audition appointment call Pam Wiley at 941-925-2153 or email PamandLyn@aol.com. |
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[ volunteer ]
Arts Center Sarasota's new Exhibitions Committee Chairperson is Artist, Gale Fulton Ross.
Gale has asked that anyone interested in joining her team of active
skilled volunteers contact her via email at
fultonross@fultonross.com. "I am looking for people who want
to help the staff and me produce and create multi-media, exhibitions
that inform, educate, provoke and stimulate Sarasota's multi-ethnic
community. We need, strong young men and women to work with staff in
the preparation and installation of upcoming exhibitions. We
need older volunteers to help our staff with receiving and handling
of work submitted by artists. I need writers who will gather
information needed for our publicity person and research statistics
for our grants writer." This is my call to artists and patrons! Please
work with us to make Art at the Center the Center of Art in
Sarasota!ACS belongs to all of the neighborhoods in SRQ. We want to
give them exhibitions that are inclusive and memorable. Statewide
we want to make our mark as leading the way for quality exhibitions
that provide insight into the hearts and minds of people living in
Florida. We cannot do this alone!"
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[ job ] Eckerd College Theatre seeks a Technical Director starting Fall 2007 on a full-time, renewable, year-to-year staff contract. Duties include overseeing the scene shop, supervising student crews, building sets for productions, and supervising facilities. MFA required. Opportunity to teach Stagecraft and other classes within area of expertise. Interest in lighting and/or sound desirable. Eckerd College, the only independent national liberal arts college in Florida, has a tradition of innovative education and teaching/mentoring excellence. Please submit resume and transcripts to: Jessica Greene, Theatre/CRA, Eckerd College, 4200 54th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33711. Email submissions to: greeneje@eckerd.edu. Position open until filled. |
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Registration Open The 2007 Kids Camp, Summertime Art, at the Colleen Cassidy-Berns Art School is quickly approaching. Available classes include watercolor, mosaics, Mother & Child Jewelry Design, floor cloth painting and more. Call 941-924-1200 for details and visit the web. |
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Audition White Lotus Films is casting a short film to be shot in Sarasota in April and May. Auditions are taking place at The Backlot on April 10 from 5:00 - 9:00 pm. Call Rachel for details at 941-312-5251. |
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