Hold the palm trees
Naples Museum of Art showcases 46 painters and photographers living, working in the Sunshine State
I F IT'S PALM TREES AND MANGROVES and pelicans you want, you might have to look elsewhere. The "Florida Contemporary" exhibit at the Naples Museum of Art has a few of the ubiquitous symbols of the Sunshine State, but the focus of the show is really on the artists, all of whom call Florida home for at least part of the year. Full Story
John Legend coming to Mann Hall
Tickets go on sale May 15
Multi-platinum recording artist John Legend announced a major tour that will sweep across the U.S. this summer beginning June 27 and running through Labor Day. Having just completed his most successful international tour, the six-time Grammy Award winner will perform at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall Wednesday, July 8. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 15, at 10 a. Full Story
'Puttin' on the Ritz: Fred Astaire and the Fine Art of Panache'
By Peter J. Levinson (St. Martin's Press, $32.50)
Without a doubt, Fred Astaire was one of the most celebrated entertainers of the 20th century. How did a kid from Midwestern stock with roots in the late 19th-century Jewish communities of Austria fashion himself into one of the most sophisticated men ever to dance across a motion picture screen? Full Story
Moody, introspective Wallander comes to American TV
ARTS COMMENTARY
I don't remember when or where, but it was love at first sight. Or maybe I should say, love at first reading. I couldn't tell you the name of the first Henning Mankell novel I picked up, but I know this for sure: once I started reading it, I was hooked. Full Story
Collaboration begins at home
GIVING
My daughter had a birthday sleepover recently and she invited four friends — three were classmates at her school and the remaining girl attended a school across town — to join us. She was excited about the festivities but was also concerned about the well being of the fourth girl. "Do you think she will feel comfortable with my other friends? Full Story
Star Trek
Is it worth $10? Yes
Now this is how you make a comeback. It's been seven years since the franchise's last film, but the new, improved and exhilarating "Star Trek" is worth every second of the wait. In one sense, it is an origin story of the maiden voyage of the starship Enterprise. Full Story
Howl Gallery presents 'Retro Pop' exhibit by Andy Howl
HOWL Gallery hosts a new art show entitled "Retro Pop - Comic Book Inspired Paintings by Andy Howl." The opening reception is Saturday, May 16, from 7 to 10 p.m. The art show features the paintings of Fort Myersbased artist and HOWL Gallery coowner Andy Howl. The art includes images inspired by 1960's- and 70'sera comic books, painted in muted and monochromatic tones. Full Story
Broadway Palm, FM 102.9 hosting ugliest bridesmaid's dress contest
Do you have an ugly bridesmaid's dress? Of course you do…but do you have the ugliest bridesmaid's dress? "The Wedding Singer" at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre and Bob FM 102.9 invite you to enter The Ugliest Bridesmaid's Dress Contest. "The Wedding Singer," based on the 1998 hit film starring Adam Sandler, is playing through June 6 at Broadway Palm. Full Story
THIS WEEK AT THE PHIL
Major/Minor Concert Musicians from the Philharmonic Youth Orchestra play side by side with professional musicians from the Naples Philharmonic Orchestra, and by themselves, in the final Major/Minor Concert of the season at the Naples Philharmonic Center for the Arts. Youth Orchestra Concerto Competition winners will also be featured. Full Story
Davis Center's Florida Arts Fest concludes with Latin Art Show
Work from the finest Latin American artists, including world famous Romero Britto, will be featured at the Latin Art Show at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. The show runs May 15-29, with an opening reception May 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. and weekday exhibit hours of noon to 7 p.m. Admission is free. Full Story
The road to Internationals: Lemon Bay High School Theatre starts fundraiser
1500 At $50 Campaign launched to get students to Internationals
Lemon Bay High School Theatre students are on their way to the International Thespian Festival in Nebraska, provided they can raise the $80,000 to cover registration fees, room, and board and transportation of their entire cast and crew to the Midwest this June. Full Story
Creative Theater Workshop presents 'Seussical the Musical,' 'Thumbelina'
In what is not your typical children's theater, Creative Theater Workshop participants learn not only acting, dancing, and singing, but also topics such as mime, juggling, theater design and technology, music theory, and auditioning. Full Story
'Heroes in Action! exhibit debuts at The Imaginarium in Fort Myers
The Imaginarium Hands-On Museum & Aquarium will host its newest traveling exhibit, "Heroes in Action!," beginning May 15. People of all ages will enjoy the opportunity to explore the world of emergency services personnel through dioramas, showcased displays and interactives. Full Story
Theatre Conspiracy returns to the Foulds Theatre May 22
Theatre Conspiracy is returning to the Foulds Theatre with the opening of the comedy "Mom's the Word" on May 22, at 8 p.m. "The Foulds Theatre is a great location for our work," says Theatre Conspiracy's producing artistic director, Bill Taylor. "I am looking forward to working with the Alliance (for the Arts) and its staff on future shows. Full Story
Summer camp at the Phil
Summer of Music camps at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts make fun use of things around the house. And the early childhood camps — including tuition and materials — costs less than a daylong stay at a theme park. Full Story
Local radio show features interview with Cuban-born actor Andy Garcia on May 17
One of Hollywood's most iconic leading men, Andy Garcia, will talk live with WGCU's Amy Tardif during Southwest Florida's popular radio callin show, "Gulf Coast Live! Arts Edition," Thursday, May 17, at noon. Mr. Full Story
'Night at the Museum … An Author's Evening' welcomes local author Estela Delgado May 20
The Southwest Florida Museum of History announces a special additional author for this season as part of the Author's Evening Series, a communitybased monthly event open to the public to help raise funds for the museum. Author Estela Delgado shares the debut of her book, "Hidden Souls" ("Almas Escondidas"), at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 20. Full Story
New online directory offers news of arts, events in Lee
Check out Lee County's newest online directory and calendar by clicking your browser to www.leeculture. org. This online site provides individuals an opportunity to search local events, read arts-related news and get a glimpse into the arts, culture and attraction scene of Lee County. LeeCulture. Full Story
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