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Advance notice
[ time to plan ]
Yes, it is a ways out, but tickets went so fast last year and many readers
asked for a heads-up this year, so here it is.
Florida Studio Theatre
announces the
2010 Sarasota Improv Festival.
A two-day event, July 16 and
17, the festival will highlight great improvisation companies from across
the state of Florida and throughout the United States. The festival will
also feature workshops, such as Improv For Dummies, Talking Heads Anonymous,
Interactive Improv and more. Each workshop will be taught by the
professional Improvisers attending the festival. “We were thrilled with the
response to the inaugural festival last year. It was 48 hours of non-stop
lunacy. People would come for one show and stay for the whole weekend,” says
Rebecca Langford, FST’s Managing Director and Director of the FST Improv
Program, “We are looking forward to the second edition as we bring together
a diverse group of comedic talents.” The improv troupes performing are
from all over the country and this festival is a blast. You can buy tickets
for one show or spend just $49 and attend the entire weekend.
For more information,
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Through June 27
[ wake up ]
The Golden Apple Dinner Theatre presents “The Drowsy Chaperone; A Musical
Within a Comedy.” The
Wikipedia
website has a pretty good description of the plot: “The Man in Chair, a
mousy, agoraphobic Broadway fanatic, seeking to cure his "non-specific
sadness", listens to a recording of a fictional 1928 musical comedy, “The
Drowsy Chaperone.” As he listens to this rare recording, he is transported
into the musical. The characters appear in his dingy apartment, and it is
transformed into an impressive Broadway set with seashell footlights,
sparkling furniture, painted backdrops, and glitzy costumes... (more)”
For tickets and information, call 941-366-5454.
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You can also watch a short video on the Golden Apple website here:
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EXTENDED THROUGH JULY 3
[ oh beehive, baby ]
Florida Studio Theatre presents “Beehive, The 60s Musical." Relive the 60s
with forty hit songs you know and love. Call 941-366-9000 for tickets and
information.
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June 10
[ who let them out? ]
“The Stray Dawgs” are playing at the
Flying Dog Café from 7:00 – 10:30 p.m.,
playing rock and blues and setting your soul on fire. The Flying Dog is
located at 500 Tallevast Rd., just north of SRQ off of 41. Call
941-359-9788.
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June 12
[ ax man ]
Guitar World Magazine calls
Michael Angelo Batio one of the “top 100
greatest metal guitarists of all time.” It’s no wonder that Sarasota
Guitar is calling this the “Biggest Guitar Even in Sarasota History.” The
day (11:00 – 5:00 p.m.) is full of guitar clinics, music and reps from top
guitar manufacturers. Batio will perform at 2:00 p.m. and his clinic follows
at 3:30; there is no cost for either. Check out
Guitar Sarasota’s website
for full details and rock on. 941-924-8321.
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June 12 & 13
[ sac ]
Hot off the presses: “The St. Armands Circle Craft Festival returns
to Sarasota for its 9th anniversary on June 12 – 13, 2010 with an eclectic
mix of unique, hand crafted work by the nation’s top crafters. The quaint
tree lined park at St. Armands Circle will be transformed into an outdoor
craft showcase with a full spectrum of craft art mediums on display
including folk art, pottery, handmade jewelry, paintings, personalized
gifts, handmade clothing, scented soaps and body products. Craft enthusiasts
can purchase one-of-a-kind gift items handmade in America, with prices
ranging from as little as $3 to $3,000.”
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June 12 & 24
[ my friend ]
The Five O'Clock Club presents
rock band "My Friend Scott"
from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. on both dates. You'll enjoy the it... go!
Then on July 2, the band will be playing at "The World's Largest Offshore
Party at the Sarasota Hyatt Ballroom (8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.) in support of
the Suncoast Offshore Grand
Prix and benefitting The
Florida Center. |
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June 14 - 18
[ event for kids ]
The Asolo Repertory Theatre presents and
event for kids grades 3 through 5 called
Books Alive- exploring literature through theatre. They say it is like
this, “Using a number of exciting theatre games and exercises, students will
investigate popular children's books resulting in a deeper understanding of
the books' themes, characters, and plot. Students will also participate in a
number of dramatic activities aimed at building ensemble skills, self
confidence and artistic expression.” They are also offering acting classes
for grades 6-8 and 9-12. Call 941-351-9010 x-3306 for details. |
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June 17
[ toe tapper ]
The Player’s Theatre presents “Pete’s Repair Shop," by Jeffery Kin (Players
Artistic Director). The original musical is about saving a repair shop from
demolition in a Florida town. Call 941-365-2494. |
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June 18
[ walk, talk & be artsy ]
The Third Friday Towles Court Artwalk
happens once per month and includes lots to see and do in the unique setting
of galleries, studios, shops and restaurants. Included in this month’s
Artwalk is the
5th Annual National Juried Competition at the
Katherine Butler Gallery. On
display are works from 35 artists from around the country. Call 941-955-4546
for more information.
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June 18
[ duggery jam ]
"Skullduggery" is performing
at the
Shamrock Pub from 9:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. next Friday. Come enjoy live
acoustic music and, while there, wish Anthony Paull (syndicated columnist) a
happy birthday while he acts as the night's celebrity bartender to raise
money for the Harvey Milk
Festival.
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June 19 opening
[ yes, and... ]
The FST Improv Troupe changes to its summer Saturday night schedule in just
a couple of weeks. Plan now to take in the laughter. Call 941-366-9000.
Become a fan on Facebook. |
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June 21
[ benefit ]
The Suncoast AIDS Theatre Project (Bradenton) announces the production
of Charles Busch’s “THE LADY IN QUESTION," at the
American Stage Theatre Company,
163 Third St. N., St. Petersburg. Proceeds from this event will benefit ASAP
(AIDS Services
Association of Pinellas); an organization that provides services to
people living with HIV and AIDS. Tickets are “Pay What You Can." Deserts and
coffee are included and a cash bar will be available. To order tickets call
the American Stage Box Office at 727-823-PLAY. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with
a curtain time of 7:30 p.m. For further information contact the Artistic
Director of the Suncoast AIDS Theatre Project, Garry Breul at 941-758-6399. |
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Opening June 22
[ open bloomers? ]
ArtCenter Manatee’s new
juried art show, “Bloomers” has a floral theme and is open for the public to
enjoy. The opening receptions is June 25 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. |
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June 22 - 24
[ sit on it ]
"A Taste of Tennessee" is the next evening of theatre at Sarasota's
Home Resource (furniture
showroom). Audiences sit among the actors, on the showroom sofas and chairs,
and are entertained by such famous Williams’ characters as Amanda and Laura
Wingfield and Maggie, Brick, Big Daddy and Big Mama. Call 941-366-6690 for
tickets and info. It really is a cool setting for an evening out. |
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June 22 – 27
[ wordly theatre ]
Venice Theatre is hosting the
AACT International 2010. AACT stands for
American Association of
Community Theatre, and this is their international festival. Theatre
troupes from more 11 countries, 6 continents, will perform, in their native
languages, on VT stages. This is a rare opportunity to see such varied
performances. Troupes are from Australia, Brazil, Denmark, Israel, Poland,
Russia, Singapore, Spain, Zimbabwe and, representing the United States...
The Players Theatre will present their production of “Tommy.” |
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June 23
[ hello dali ]
As part of the Hello Dali Project and the
Florida
Dance Festival Performance Series, audiences can experience music, dance
and visual arts at the Dali
Museum in St. Pete. Fuzion Dance
Artists will appear along with A. Paul Johnson; St. Pete based composer,
and others. Attendees are encouraged to
visit the museum prior to
the 8:00 p.m. performance.
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June 23
[ special screening ]
Art Center Sarasota is currently
exhibiting the work of Patrick Fiore called “Significant
Souls," featuring work inspired by historian Howard Zinn. So... ACS is
screening the documentary “Howard
Zinn: You Can’t Be Neutral on a Moving Train.” This acclaimed film looks
at the amazing life of the renowned historian, activist and author.
Following his early days as a shipyard labor organizer and bombardier in
World War II, Zinn became an academic rebel and leader of civil disobedience
in a time of institutionalized racism and war. His influential writings
shine light on and bring voice to factory workers, immigrant laborers,
African Americans, Native Americans and the working poor. Film screening
from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. ($5 for members and $8 for non-members) Call
941-365-2032 for information. |
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June 24 and beyond
[ the banyan is coming, the banyan is coming ]
The Banyan Theater Company is gearing up for a hot 2010 summer season. The
opening play is “Ghosts” by Henrik Ibesn. It is described thusly,
“Considered Ibsen’s most controversial play, Ghosts caused a furor when it
was first published and it remains one of the Norwegian master’s most
influential works. Mrs. Alving wants to protect her late husband’s memory
and avoid the awful truth: he was a cheating, immoral philanderer whose
public reputation was a sham. Things begin to unravel when their dying son,
Osvald, announces his plan to marry the family’s maid.” (using “thusly”
makes us sound fancy and smart, eh?) Be sure to check the
Banyan website for
details and this and the other two plays in the series. There’s also a
pre-show dinner on opening night. Call 941-358-5330 for details. |
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June 25
[ friday fest ]
The Van Wezel’s
FridayFest
on the Bay Music Series is a groovy event, man. This month the
entertainment is “Yesterdaze,"
a high energy six-piece band playing the hits of the 60’s. The event is
always free and runs from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Call 941-953-3368.
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July 27
[ new idea ]
Bonni Bakes Edible Art is
having a Café (Community Art Fundraising Event), in
Bradenton’s Village of the Arts
In a nutshell, or soup bowl, here’s how it works: Up to 10 artists can
submit (modest) proposals for an art project that will Benefit Bradenton
and/or the VoA. Then on the 27th Bonni Bakes is having a soup dinner event
at the café. The per person charge is $10 (all of which goes with the
grant). Artists will be there to discuss their ideas and each diner gets a
vote toward which artist/project gets the grant. Pretty cool. To get an idea
of what type of grants have worked in other communities, visit
www.feastinbklyn.org and click on
the list of “Grantees” on the side of the screen. Call 941-746-6647 for
info. |
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[ voice and speech training ]
John Burr offers voiceover and speech training at his new studio in
Sarasota. And this year, he's added a new program for kids from 14 to 18,
called the Young Talent Program. Whatever your needs, with his many years of
experience, John can help you develop into a world-class voiceover talent or
public speaker. Check
out John's website for the details. |
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[ voiceover workshop ]
Ever wonder if you could be that announcer voice on the radio? Well, this is
your chance to find out if you have what it takes.
John Burr is offering a one day
Voiceover Basics Workshop for only $95.
I, Christine, highly recommend taking this course, and then completing his
training program so you have a demo reel - and get jobs! Out of work? Why
not get the training to use your VOICE to make money. Take this talent with
you wherever you go. Have questions? Call John 941-378-0021 or
email. |
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Call to Artists
[ deadline July 15 ]
The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee
has announced creation of a new publication called “Connections Magazine – A
Guide to Jewish Living in Sarasota-Manatee.” The magazine will be a
full-color, glossy magazine-style annual resource guide with an initial
distribution of over 12,000. The Federation would like the cover to be
artwork by a local artist and they are looking for submissions. The artist
will also get some editorial coverage. If you have questions, please
email Ted at or call him at
239-249-0699. |
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June 27
[ auditions ]
The Players Theatre is holding
auditions for "The Play's The Thing" and "Got A Minute?" on June 27, 2010 at
5:00 pm. Actors should come prepared to perform a one-minute monologue.
Headshots and biographies are optional. New actors are welcome. No
appointments necessary. All actors should arrive by 5:00 pm. |
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[ classes ]
Amy Webber,
artist & Art Instructor is offering lessons in clay - on the pottery wheel
and off, sculpture, drawing, painting and more for children, teens and
adults. She is offering small classes, one on one instruction and also
special instruction for high school students needing to work on summer
Advanced Portfolio art projects for the upcoming school year. All supplies
provided, 4 sessions, 2 1/2 hours each $120.00. Call 941-921-7347. Classes
offered at The Studios at McIntosh, Clark Road. |
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[ draw & sketch ]
On designated evenings, ACS is offering a brand-new series for adults:
THEMED SKETCH NIGHTS. But beware: these are no ordinary life sessions!
Each session will feature unique and unusual models, settings and genres.
Expect everything…from the classical and romantic to the sexy and risqué to
the downright eccentric. Allow yourself to be inspired by these titillating
yet tasteful drawing soirees. While not necessarily in the nude, our models
will always be in character! So go ahead, add some drama to your artwork!
This is an excellent opportunity to refine your drawing skills in the
company of your fellow artists and explore fresh, new poses. |
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Auditions
[ pick me, no me ]Be sure to check the audition pages of local
theaters to make sure you don’t miss anything (click the theater name):
Florida Studio Theatre
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The Players Theatre of Sarasota
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Manatee Players
• The
Golden Apple
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Island Players •
Asolo Repertory Theatre •
Venice Theatre •
Lemon Bay Playhouse |
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