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Our Featured Artist is Dennis Heil.
Dennis painted the image above and it is now gracing shopping bags at many
Whole Foods Markets in the U.S., as well as in England and Canada. The woman
on the bag, Losiana, with her child, is an actual Haitian micro-credit
client of the Whole Planet Foundation. The painting and bags will create
awareness of the Whole Planet Foundation program and encourage people to
donate, thus empowering women and changing the lives of all involved.
The Whole Planet Foundation's
mission is to create economic partnerships with the poor in those
developing-world communities that supply Whole Foods Market with products.
Through innovative assistance for entrepreneurship, including direct
microcredit loans and tangible support for other community partnership
projects, the Whole Planet Foundation seeks to unleash the energy and
creativity of every human being they work with in order to create wealth and
prosperity in emerging economies.
Dennis is originally from Pennsylvania and moved to Sarasota in 2001. An
artist and illustrator, Dennis perfected his craft at the
Ringling College of Art and Design. He
is the illustrator for
Edible Sarasota Magazine and also works as a freelance artist for books
and editorial publications. He is married and has a daughter, Zoe, who is
also an artist.
Dennis' wife, Nikki, is the Marketing Director at
Whole Foods
Market Sarasota and the Whole Planet Foundation Ambassador for the state
of Florida. Nikki traveled to Guatemala, with the Whole Planet Foundation,
in 2008 and spent thirty days helping the local communities build efficient
and clean cook stoves for their modest homes and worked with kids in their
schools. Nikki has been selected by the
Rotary Club of Sarasota,
and District 6960, as a goodwill ambassador for Rotary's highly selective
Group Study Exchange (GSE) program. She left yesterday, May 12, for a
month-long tour of Rotary District 5010 in Russia (the Siberia part of
Russia). While there, Nikki will visit dozens of Russian cities and stay
with local Rotarians, in their homes, experiencing their lives, culture and
business. A GSE Team from Russia is here right now, doing the same. |
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Every Saturday
[ downtown bradenton ]
Every Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the
Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market offers healthy choices of fresh local
produce, organic food, plants, flowers, green-themed goods, and original
creations by local artists and craftspeople. The market takes place on Old
Main Street (12th Street West), which is closed to traffic from north of
Manatee Avenue to south of the riverfront marina to accommodate the event.
The major sponsor of the Downtown Bradenton Farmers’ Market is the Bradenton
Downtown Development Authority, and it is produced by Realize Bradenton.
For more information, or to participate as a vendor, please email
Susan Blake, Market Manager,
or call 941-544-8077. |
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Through May 22
[ acm ]
ArtCenter Manatee’s current
exhibits feature the abstract paintings of
Darwin Leon and explore the world
of 3-D art in the form of furniture and decorations in an unusual mixture of
fantasy and fun paired with functionality. Darwin works to include humor as
a foundation for serious commentary, so people can grasp the meaning without
feeling too offended by the message. Darwin is the Founder of the Figure
Network, as seen on You Tube. For more information, call 941-746-2862.
**Watch Darwin work in the video below** |
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Through May 23
[ gypsy ]
Presented by The Manatee Players,
Gypsy, the musical
fable suggested by the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee, is written by three
legendary theatrical giants. The book is by two-time Tony Award winning
legend Arthur
Laurents, with music by two-time Tony Award winner
Jule Styne and lyrics
by multiple Tony Award winner
Stephen Sondheim.
Premiered in 1959 Gypsy was originally directed and choreographed by
Jerome Robbins,
boasts a legendary score with such classic songs as Everything's Coming Up
Roses, Rose's Turn and Some People. Tickets $25/ $11 for students.
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Through May 23
[ doubt ]
Venice Theatre presents “Doubt,”
the Tony and Pulitzer winning play about a priest suspected of misconduct.
In this powerful drama, Sister Aloysius, a Bronx school principal, takes
matters into her own hands when she suspects the young Father Flynn of
improper relations with one of the male students. For tickets and
information, call 941-488-1115.
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Through May 23
[ honky play ]
Venice Theatre presents “Honk!,”
the story of Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from
his family and neighbors. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry
Cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along harrowing journey he not only
discovers his true beauty and destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in
all its forms. Music by George Stiles Book and lyrics by Anthony Drew. Thurs
- Sat at 7:00 pm and Saturday & Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm (Special 7:00 pm
performance on Sunday, May 23) Call 941-488-1115 for tickets and
information. |
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Through May 29
[ premiere ]
Florida Studio Theatre
presents “Shotgun,”
a National New Play Network World Premiere. The action takes place in a
little shotgun apartment in New Orleans, four months post-Katrina. In the
wake of natural disaster, the drama is just beginning. Families clash and
racial tensions rise. A play of love, hope and humor in celebration of the
human spirit. Call 941-366-9000 for tickets and information.
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Through May 31
[ island gallery ]
Lee Mears, mixed-media artist, has been named the Featured Artist for May at
Island Gallery West, Holmes
Beach). A member of the co-op for almost 20 yrs, the theme of Ms. Mear's
display is "Water Worlds," scenes of water, beaches, streams, falls and
woodlands. Visit the gallery at 5368 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach, FL,
941-778-6648.
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May 12 – June 12
[ mouthful ]
The Katherine Butler Gallery
presents the Bourgholtzer, Murphy & Wolf Art Exhibit, featuring glass artist
Jason Bourgholtzer, oil painter Donald Murphy, and jewelry designer Sharyn
Wolf. An artist reception on May 14th from 6-10 p.m. will include a
glass-blowing demonstration. The KB Gakeery is in Sarasota’s beautiful
Towels Court Arts District. Call 941-955-4546 for information. |
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May 13
[ soiree ]
The
Sarasota String Quartet finishes the chamber music season with the
emotional “Voces Intimae” and the semi-autobiographical “From My Life.” The
performance is 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Holley Hall in the Beatrice Friedman
Symphony Center. Call 941-953-3434.
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May 14 & 15
[ circus inspired ]
“Modern dance creations, inspired by historic circus photographs, take
center stage as Moving Ethos Dance Company
presents “The
Center Ring” for three performances at the Historic Asolo Theater.
Commissioned by The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, the program is
presented in conjunction with the exhibition “HEYDAY: The Photographs of
Frederick W. Glasier.” As the official photographer for the Barnum & Bailey
Circus, Glasier (1866-1950) had unrestricted access to both the grand
performances and the backstage life of the circus. His work offers insight
into the public and private personalities of some of the greatest
entertainers of the most dynamic period of the American circus.” Box Office:
941-360-7399. |
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May 15
[ tickets go on sale ]
Tickets for the 2010 Vinyl
Music Festival, the largest electronic music festival on the Gulf Coast,
go on sale Friday. The four-day festival is July 15-18, at a variety of
local venues. Facebook page.
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Sarasota on Saturday Night Live!
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May 15
[ singing for cures ]
“Diversity: The Voices of
Sarasota," under the Artistic Direction of Philip Alexander, will
present its spring concert, “Diversity Sings for the Cure,” on Saturday, May
15, 7:30 p.m. in the William E. Schmidt Opera Theatre at the
Sarasota Opera House in downtown
Sarasota. The event will be a music-filled evening and a portion of the
proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against
Breast Cancer; helping to raise funds for research, education and
prevention, and services here in our community.
Read more by clicking here or call 941-957-0404. |
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May 16
[ hymn sing-a-long ]
The Sarasota Choral Society
invites the public to a “Hymn Sing” at 4:00 p.m. at the Bee Ridge
Presbyterian Church (4826 McIntosh Road, Sarasota), followed by, wait for
it… punch and cookies at 5:00 p.m.
For more information,
call 941-371-5574. |
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May 17 & 24
[ festival of new plays continues... ]
The Sarasota Festival of New Plays continues at
Florida Studio Theatre
with the Richard & Betty Burdick Play Reading Series; three staged readings
of new works, will take place on Mondays, May 17 & 24, all at 7:00 pm. |
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May 18
[ artsEXPO ]
Artists and Arts & Cultural Organizations - join the
Arts Council for the 2nd annual
artsEXPO happening 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the
Beatrice
Friedman Symphony Center, Sarasota. The Arts Council has once again
partnered with the
Nonprofit Resource Center to offer a variety of workshops aimed at
helping you thrive during these difficult economic times. Workshop topics
include: “Generational Branding: Expanding your art's demographic appeal.”
“Special Events on a Dime: Increasing net results on special events by smart
spending, corporate sponsorships and other interesting tips.” “Turning
subscribers and members into committed donors.” Breakfast and lunch is
included. Call 941-365-5118 for
info. |
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May 18
[ recital ]
New College student D’ariel Barnard will give a recital on Tuesday, May 18,
at 8:00 p.m. in the College Hall Music Room. The piece is entitled “Him
I Could Love Till I Die.” Barnard will be accompanied by pianist
Katherine Vershynina. The event is free and open to the public. Seating is
first-come, first-served. 941-487-4888.
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May 20
[ special exhibit ]
Five new exhibitions in the galleries with the theme “I
AM HOME” will be opening at Art
Center Sarasota May 20. The common thread lacing all exhibitions
together is the concept of home. The exhibition runs through July 9. An
opening reception, which is free and open to the public, is on Thursday, May
20 from 5-7 p.m. Call 941-365-2032. |
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May 21
[ walkies ]
All of the galleries and restaurants are open for the
Towles Court Art Walk every third
Friday from 6-10:00 p.m. You will find all styles and mediums of art, live
music by Patrick Stoutenborough, demonstrations, and artist receptions. Get
directions and details, call 941-374-1988. |
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May 21
[ outside flicks ]
The third Friday of each month, at Rossi Waterfront Park,
watch a free outdoor movie on a twelve-foot screen. Rossi Park is
located in downtown Bradenton on Third Avenue West between Ninth Street West
and U.S. 301. For more information, please
email Anna Pohl, Events
Manager, or call 941-704-4366. (**we couldn’t find what movie was playing,
so contact Anna)
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Opening May 22
[ xyz ]
The Englewood Art Center
presents “XYZ,”
work by Delores Coe, Sheryl Haler and Dee Hood.
For more information, call 941-474-5548. |
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May 22
[ jazz ]
Jazz
Juvenocracy returns to the
Glenridge Performing Arts Center for their European Tour Preview
Concert. The band, comprised of six members aged 13 to 18, has been invited
to perform at the Jazz á Vienne Festival in France, the Montreux Jazz
Festival in Switzerland, and the Umbria and Tuscany Jazz Festival in Italy
this summer. Part of the goal of this show at GPAC is to raise funds for the
big trip, with one anonymous benefactor pledging to match up to $500 in
monies donated at the concert. Tickets are just $15, so call 941-552-5323 to
get your tickets. |
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May 22
[ artists in action ]
Art Uptown presents a day of artist
demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the sidewalk in front of the
gallery at 1367 Main St.
Participating artists include Janine Hoffman, demonstrating colored pencil
drawing techniques, Cecile Moran, acrylic painter, and John Greely, Pablo
Rodriguez and Brendan Coudal demonstrating their oil painting techniques.
According to Ingrid Petri, gallery manager, Art Uptown, Sarasota’s oldest
cooperative fine art gallery, has been continuously exhibiting the works of
local artists for over 27 years. Nearly 30 artist members offer painting,
photography, digital art, ceramic works and fine art pottery, sculpture,
fiber art, mixed media and works in colored pencil, wood and leaded glass.
Gallery hours are Monday-Friday 11-5 and Saturday 10-4. Telephone
941-955-5409. |
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May 22 & 23
[ craft fest ]
The 7th Annual
Downtown Sarasota Craft Festival is back. Hundreds of craftspeople will
display their work, up and down Main Street. The event is open to the public
and there is no charge. |
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Opening May 25
[ art center manatee ]
"Flashback: a
60's Revolution" is an open, juried, all media exhibition with a 60's
theme. The opening reception is May 28th from 5-7:00 p.m. Call 941-746-2862.
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May 27
[ ARTchitecture ]
Art Center Sarasota is presenting
art historian Jean Renoux's third lecture of the season titled Architecture
as an Art Form on Thursday, May 27, 2010 from 6 – 8 pm at Art Center
Sarasota. The fee is $5 ACS members/ $8 nonmembers. Renoux will explain why
architecture is not just a science but an art form of the highest order. He
will shed light on the creative act of conceiving and constructing a
building; how forms and textures are arranged to create balance and unity
and how the final structure becomes a physical manifestation of an aesthetic
concept. Art Center Sarasota, 707 N. Tamiami Trail 941-365-2032 |
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May 30
[ concert ]
The Jacobites Pipe and
Drum Band present their Fourth Annual Memorial Day Concert at Church Of
The Palms, 3224 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota, at 4:00 p.m. Admission $10/$5 kids
under 18. Featured guest artists include the American Brass, Sharon Scott,
John Ferreira on the mighty pipe organ and 12 year old singing sensation,
Maria Wirries, whom the Herald-Tribune calls "One of the youngest and most
talented songbirds in town.” Call 941-928-9312 for tickets and
information.
Scottish
Art by D Bruce Bennett.
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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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May 13 and beyond
[ improv your brains out ]
It’s ironic that the Lazy Fairy
Improv Troupe is offering a complimentary improv class when, in fact,
only one person in the troupe can pronounce five syllable words. Anyway, May
13 at from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. is the freebie class. If you have fun, and you
will, the next session of improv classes run May 20 – June 24. Call
941-539-7961 for
information. |
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[ auditions ]
Sarasota Senior Theater
will hold auditions on Monday, May 17 and Thursday, May 20 from 1:30 to 4:30
PM in the
Crocker Church on 12th Street and Coconut. Age ranging roles for men and
women 30’s to 80’s are available for abridged versions of three, 30 minute
One-Act plays that will be presented 2 weekends in September and October at
the Florida Studio Theater. You can audition with a 2-3 minute monologue of
your choice, or you may bring a 1-2 minute read from a play, poem or a cold
read. For more information contact: Kenney at 941-366-5433. |
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Through June 21
[ history of motion pictures ]
Motion pictures have developed gradually into one of the most important
tools of communication and entertainment and this seven-week series of
classes looks back at the transition. Origins of Film 1895 – 1919, Silent to
Sound 1920 – 1929, Cinema During the War 1930 – 1945, Post War Cinema in the
1950’s, New Impulses 1960 – 1974 Politics And Blockbusters 1975 – 1989 and A
World of Cinema Today 1990 – 2010. Classes meet on Monday and Wednesday 5:30
– 9:30 at the State College of Florida
(Venus Campus) in the library. Professor is
Don Guy. |
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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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enjoyable, but also informative and just might have some impact on our
lives? Check out the choices and strongly consider "In Defense of Food" and
"Nickel and Dimed." Voting takes just a couple of seconds and no
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