an allegorical & acrobatic journey
Cirque Du Soleil brings its jumping, acrobatic city to Germain Arena
A STOUNDED. Stupified. Amazed. Happy. That's how you'll feel when watching "Saltimbanco," one of Cirque Du Soleil's traveling shows. It'll make you feel like a kid again. It'll remind you of when you wanted to run away and join the circus. Full Story
Creative Theater Workshop gains nonprofit designation, holds auditions for new show
The Creative Theater Workshop Inc. has recently become a nonprofit organization, which will enable it to continue to bring quality children's theater to the Lee County area. All donations made are tax-deductible and CTW is now eligible to apply for public and private grants. Full Story
Looking back at the season
ARTS COMMENTARY
Well, season is definitely over. We're now into those hot and humid months where nothing much of note happens culturally. Full Story
What makes a good nonprofit code of ethics
GIVING
After Shell Point won the Uncommon Friends Business Ethics Award recently, a nonprofit executive called me to see if I had an example of a code of ethics to share with his organization so that he could produce one of his own. "No," I said, "but I can tell you how to craft one because the first rule is: You can't take one off the shelf. Full Story
LATEST FILMS
'Public Enemies'
Is it worth $10? Yes Bad men in desperate times often do desperate things, and history teaches us that if the things they do are awful enough they'll probably live in infamy forever. Full Story
Entwistle Foundation hosts art, memorabilia show at Davis Center
The Classic Rock Cares Art and Memorabilia show, a fundraising effort by the John Entwistle Foundation, will open July 17 at The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. The show features the art and rare personal items of the late John Entwistle, bass guitarist for The Who. Full Story
A Midsummer Night's Sing benefits The Soup Kitchen
Food need called critical
Residents can help feed the hungry and give hope to the needy while enjoying an evening of music and fellowship at the 12th annual A Midsummer Night's Sing, sponsored by the Galloway Family of Dealerships. Full Story
Alliance raises $4,000 for youth art education
Lee County Alliance of the Arts' recent fundraiser, Grapes & Glasses, raised $4,000 for youth educational programs, including Summer Art Camps and the all new Afterschool Arts Program. More than 100 guests sipped wine, enjoyed live music, crafted wine charms and appreciated artwork displayed by students in their first week of camp. Full Story
Workshop will teach you how to dance like a star
The Summer Musical Theater Tap Dance Workshop is being offered at The Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater. In this six-week series of classes, aspiring dancers will work with professional choreographer/ dancer Bobby Logue. Full Story
New yoga class blends art, meditative practice
"Both yoga and art aim at the same thing; that is, to re-establish our personal connection with the world around us according to our own inner creativity." This quote by Dona Hollemann sparked the idea for Debbie Padnuk, a new teacher at the Alliance for the Arts, to immerse her yoga students in a space filled with creative expressiveness. Full Story
Bonita art league, Promenade team up to host Artists' Studios
The Art League of Bonita Springs and the Promenade in Bonita Bay are partnering to provide the new Artists' Studios at the Promenade beginning this month. Showing business savvy in a challenging economy, the Art League and the Promenade have collaborated to create a lively combination of retail and art scene experiences. Full Story
Watercolor painting class coming up in Fort Myers
Learn techniques for painting nature from life with artist Richalene Kelsay, the current president of the Art League of Fort Myers. The class begins with a demonstration followed by one-on-one interaction and feedback as students spread out to paint what inspires them. Full Story
Broadway Palm auditions near for upcoming show
The Off Broadway Palm Theatre is holding open auditions for adults for "Bill W. and Dr. Bob" on Sunday, July 12. Auditions are on a first-come, first-served basis. A sign-up sheet will be available at 1 p.m. No appointments will be taken. Full Story
Alliance honors Bruce Gora with 'A Night Remember'
Musician. Photographer. Architect. Community volunteer. The Lee County Alliance of the Arts will be celebrating the life of Bruce Gora at an event hosted by his friends and family on Dec. 5. Bruce Gora: A Night to Remember will feature Mr. Gora's photography, architectural and community accomplishments, as well as live music, artist contributions, and culinary delights. Full Story
Southwest Florida Symphony announces upcoming concerts
The Southwest Florida Symphony's 49th season is fast approaching, with Classical, Pops, Stained Glass and Around Town shows on tap. CLASSICAL Made in America - Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. 2010: A Space Odyssey - Jan. 16 at 8 p.m. Brahms German Requiem - Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. Russian Caviar - March 27 at 8 p.m. Latin Fiesta - April 24 at 8 p.m. Full Story
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