TWO DECADES AT THE PHIL
From one woman's dream to a thriving institution, The Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts celebrates it's 20th with top talent
On Saturday, Jan. 31, the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts celebrates its 20th anniversary with a celebration gala starring Michael Bolton and the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra. The Phil officially opened its doors Nov. 3, 1989, with what was then called the Naples/Marco Philharmonic performing Stravinsky, Wagner, Rachmaninoff and Tchaikovsky. Full Story
Demon barber takes a slice out of Mann Hall
'Sweeney Todd' opens Tuesday, Jan. 27
Experience, live on stage, the musical that inspired the Tim Burton and Johnny Depp movie. "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" opens at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall Tuesday, Jan. 27, and runs through Feb. 1. Full Story
The Monsters of Templeton
By Lauren Groff (Voice, $14.95)
In the town of Templeton, N.Y., Willie Upton is a success story, a descendent of two of the town's most famous clans, who made good and left to pursue a promising career in archaeology. Full Story
WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO
This week's theater Duet for One - Theatre Conspiracy presents "Duet for One'' in partnership with Lee Mental Health Center, Inc. at 8 p.m. through Jan. 24 at 2711 Park Windsor Dr., #302, Fort Myers. Violinist Stephanie Abrahams is young, wealthy and attractive, and one of the greatest violinists in the world. Full Story
'Duet for One'
Is it possible to separate the dancer from the dance? Or a musician from her music? "Duet for One," playing at Theatre Conspiracy through Jan. 24, examines what happens in the life of a worldrenowned violinist when Multiple Sclerosis takes away her ability to play. Full Story
It's scholarship time again
GIVING
It's January, and any parent of a college-bound high school senior knows what that means — it's time for the Scholarship and Financial Aid Scramble! Full Story
COUCH THEATER
[ DVD PREVIEWS & RELEASES ]
PICK OF THE WEEK . " RocknRolla" - Director Guy Ritchie returns to form with this high-octane British gangster romp. Starring Gerard (SPARTAAA!!! Full Story
Mrs. Edison's Hymn Sing set for Feb. 3
This year's event will include three performances
Celebrate the Edison Festival of Light and help feed the hungry by attending "Mrs. Edison's Hymn Sing" Tues., Feb. 3, at The First Presbyterian Church of Fort Myers. It's the 20th year of the hymn sing that has attracted larger audiences each year. More than 4,000 people attended last year when two performances accommodated the standing room only crowd. Full Story
WGCU TV airs 'Immokalee II: Evolving Opportunities'
Farming, oil refining, bareback bronco riding, gambling, education and training are all threads that form the east Collier County community of Immokalee. The rich history of this town of about 25,000 is the focus of WGCU Public Media's newest Untold Story, "Immokalee II: Evolving Opportunities. Full Story
Block party on tap at Sanibel's BIG ARTS
The BIG SECRET block party, with a live art performance and live auction, will be held at BIG ARTS, Saturday, Jan. 24, to benefit BIG ARTS' scholarship program. Full Story
Global Warming Art Report Party planned at the Davis Art Center
Watch artists create a twoday "perpetual creative motion" art machine. Artist Lily Hatchett unleashes this extraordinary, live-action multimedia art event featuring art, music, dance, fashion, video presentations, performances, and a DJ and dance party for two nights only at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center in downtown Fort Myers. Full Story
ArtFest Fort Myers names 2009 poster artist winner
In competition with hundreds of festival artists, the work of Timothy Parker, titled "Blue Heron Sunset," was chosen for the 2009 ArtFest Fort Myers Commemorative Poster. Vibrant color and a tropical theme were the magic combination that won over the selection panel. Full Story
Wine & Food Fest features art by Romero Britto
If winemaking is an art, then the Southwest Florida Wine & Food Fest has taken that a step further, combining world class art with world class wine in a piece that will satisfy a wide range of aficionados. Full Story
SWFL Museum debuts unique 'Forbidden History' exhibit
The Southwest Florida Museum of History debuts the "Forbidden History" exhibit for the first time anywhere, on Friday, Jan. 23. This alternative history exhibit asks the question, "What if? What if there's a story behind the story? Full Story
SWFL Symphony celebrates French works
The Southwest Florida Symphony, conducted by Music Director Michael Hall celebrates "The Glories of France" at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Full Story
Students get creative at Edison Celebration of Art
The sixth annual Edison Celebration of Art on Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Sidney and Berne Davis Art Center, allows students to showcase their work at an outdoor festival alongside seasoned professional artists. The program enables established artists to mentor student artists, while providing financial support for the Lee County Public School System's Art programs. Full Story
Festival of Keyboards to perform at Shell Point
The Village Church at Shell Point Retirement Community welcomes Stephen Nielson, Ovid Young, Jeff Bennett, and Gerald Anderson, who will perform the Festival of Keyboards as part of the 2008/2009 Season of Praise Concert Series at the Village Church Auditorium on Sunday, Feb. 1, at 6:15 p.m. Full Story
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