hello, my name is Bill W. (...and I'm an alcoholic)
MOST PEOPLE'S LIVES POSSESS THEIR FAIR share of drama; an alcoholic's contains more than most. Gary Kimble knows this firsthand. A recovering alcoholic, Mr. Kimble directs and stars in "Bill W. and Doctor Bob." The play about the men who founded Alcoholics Anonymous opens Thursday, Aug. 27, at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre in Fort Myers. Full Story
International Film Festival gala scheduled at the Phil
An opening night Hollywood-style, star-studded, red carpet gala for the Naples International Film Festival will be held at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts in Naples, at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5. Full Story
BEACH READING
'The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe' By J. Randy Taraborrelli (Grand Central Publishers, $26.99)
Since several hundred books have been written about Marilyn Monroe, one might assume that there is nothing new to be revealed about the actress. That assumption would be wrong. Author J. Randy Taraborrelli, who has written bestselling biographies of Diana Ross, Frank Sinatra, Grace Kelly, and Joan and Jackie Kennedy, has served up an insightful account of Ms. Full Story
Missing the bliss, 'Married Alive' shows little signs of life
ARTS COMMENTARY
After seeing "Married Alive" at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre opening night, I think being buried alive would be a less agonizing way to go. Full Story
Am I going to be okay?
GIVING
Last week, I attended a brown bag lunch meeting of tax, estate and financial planning professionals. After a lengthy discussion about a complicated trust arrangement, one of the participants made a humbling statement. Full Story
LATEST FILMS
'District 9 '
Is it worth $10? Yes There's nothing subtle about "District 9," an instantly gripping, up-tempo action movie that imagines aliens and humans trying to peacefully co-exist. The action is tense, the story is interesting, and the visual effects seamlessly integrate with the documentary-style photography. Full Story
CAPSULES
Julie & Julia (Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Stanley Tucci) With two storylines set roughly 50 years apart, writer/director Nora Ephron ("Sleepless in Seattle") balances Julia Child's (Streep) rise to fame with that of an aspiring writer (Adams) who uses Child's cookbook to find purpose in her life. Full Story
Theatre Conspiracy's season kicks off with a madcap farce
Theatre Conspiracy, Southwest Florida's most unique theater company, opens "What the Butler Saw," a farce by Joe Orton, at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21. The location is the Foulds Theatre at the Lee County Alliance of the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd. Full Story
Home and garden show has tailgate theme this year
One sure indicator of autumn's arrival is the return of football. With great football everywhere in the state, residents have turned football parties and tailgating into an art form. Full Story
Dance Bochette class schedule announced
Join the students and staff of Dance Bochette for the 2009-10 performance year. Classes include ballet, pointe, modern, tap, jazz, hip-hop and lyrical. There's something for all ages, preschool through adult. Check out the new Broadway jazz class or the expanded opportunities for advanced dancers. Full Story
Blades announce formation of Gator Girls dance team
The Florida Everblades have announced that auditions for the newly formed Everblades Gator Girls will be held on Sunday, Aug. 30. Candidates should be female cheerleaders and dancers over the age of 21 who are interested in supporting Everblades hockey all season long. Full Story
SWFL Symphony holds youth and adult auditions
The Southwest Florida Symphony Orchestra and Chorus is looking for music enthusiasts who love to sing. Positions are available in the Adult Chorus, Youth Chorus and Youth Orchestra. Full Story
Matisse, daas Gallery team up to showcase local art
Café Matisse and daas Gallery will introduce a new monthly art event in conjunction with the Fort Myers Art Walk. Every month, starting in September, Café Matisse's walls will be adorned with great art by one local artist. An artist reception is scheduled for every first Friday of the month. Full Story
Howl Gallery presents 'Southwest Florida Lives!' group show Aug. 22
HOWL Gallery presents the inaugural group show "Southwest Florida Lives!" This is a non-juried group exhibit showcasing the best new and existing talent in Southwest Florida. Featured artists include Daniel Calvert, Andrya Campbell, Heather Clough, Michael Damico, T.C. Full Story
Wood carvings, pottery on display in county commissioner's office
Lee County Commissioner Tammy Hall is supporting local artists by giving them an opportunity to display their artwork in her Fort Myers office. Artist David Hammel's original wood carvings and pottery are on display in Commissioner Hall's downtown Fort Myers office until Sept. 7. The theme this month is wildlife and pop art. Full Story
Internationally acclaimed pianist performing locally
In keeping with its mission to provide a premier dining experience, Angelina's Ristorante in Bonita Springs has added the soothing sounds of pianist and composer Maestro Kary Regragui playing in the establishment's lounge on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. during the month of August. Full Story
Alliance Film Series opens with 'The Windmill Movie'
The Alliance for the Arts has partnered with Theatre Conspiracy to bring an independent film series to the Foulds Theatre for the 2009-2010 Season, opening with "The Windmill Movie," showing Oct. 2-3 at 7 p.m. "The Windmill Movie" was the official selection for the 2008 New York Film Festival. Full Story
'Sampling of the Symphony' takes place at the Veranda
The Veranda will play host as the Southwest Florida Symphony invites music lovers interested in the symphony as well as loyal patrons to a "Sampling of the Symphony" on Aug. 19, from 5 to 7 p.m. Join the symphony for a special performance by pianist Charles Heard and a rare chance to be one-on-one with Maestro Michael Hall. Full Story
Arts for ACT Gallery welcomes new artists
Join the Arts for ACT Gallery from 6-10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4, for the September opening reception featuring artists Dee LoCascio, Ellen Bianchi and Alan Glueckert. The versatile Kat Stramara will be singing jazz, country and folk tunes. Light refreshments will be served. Full Story
Punta Gorda Sullivan Street Craft Fest showcases local, national art
The Punta Gorda Sullivan Street Craft Festival celebrates its 12th anniversary on Sept. 12-13 as downtown Punta Gorda is transformed into an outdoor craft art showcase complete with 150 crafters with original works available for sale. Admission is free and open to the public. The festival is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Full Story
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