Whole lotta sound
lostotaund Naples Philharmonic Orchestra rocks to the music of Led Zeppelin
It’s a given: Every new generation of composers borrows from and builds upon what’s come before.
Some pioneers of rock borrowed the energetic beats of jump and jive; others adopted the syncopation of western swing. Full Story
Edison State presents ‘Midsummer’s Night Dream’
Imagine a world where true love always triumphs, where fairies are free to meddle with the lives of mortals, and the person of your dreams could be... a donkey? Full Story
BEACH READING
‘The Goliath Bone’ By Mickey Spillane and Max Allan Collins (Mariner Books, $13.95)
The problem with being a dead author is that your fan base often doesn’t get the message when you release a new book, mainly because your fans thought you were dead. Full Story
No egos, just writers learning and laughing at Sanibel conference
The annual Sanibel Island Writers Conference has developed a reputation for being a writers conference without an ego.
A Florida Gulf Coast University event, it attracts not only students but professional and aspiring writers from all across the country.
This year, approximately 140 people attended. Full Story
What to give to the person who has everything
GIVING
By now, you have probably taken down the Halloween decorations, sorted the candy, pillaged the half-off sales and have begun the transition into winter holiday mode. If you’re like me, you’ve already laid out your plans for Thanksgiving and are now on to Christmas lists. Thus begins the holiday whirlwind. Are you ready this time? Full Story
‘A Christmas Carol’
Is it worth $10? No
There’s nothing like being thrust into the Christmas spirit a week after Halloween and a full three weeks before Thanksgiving. And while the sentimental favorite “A Christmas Carol” is always reason for good cheer, this animated version is dark and lacks heart. It’s supposed to make you feel good, but it leaves you full of humbug. Full Story
CAPSULES
‘Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg ’ Full Story
Winners named in league’s ‘Return to Paradise’ art show
The Art League of Fort Myers has announced the winners of its “Return to Paradise” show that runs through Nov. 28.
The prizes were awarded at the opening reception, which was held during the monthly downtown Fort Myers Art Walk. The gallery is located at 1451 Monroe St., in downtown Fort Myers. It is open weekdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Full Story
Charlie Chaplin’s ‘comedy of murders’ up next in local film series
In classic black and white, the next film showing at the Foulds Theatre Film Series is an original idea by Orson Welles, directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin. Presented by Alliance for the Arts and Theatre Conspiracy, “Monsieur Verdoux” takes the spotlight at 7 p.m. on Nov. 20 and 21. Full Story
Matlacha gallery exhibiting works of Robert van Winkle
Bonnie’s & Christina’s Art Gallery LLC of Matlacha is showing Robert van Winkle artwork for this season’s first Art Night from 5-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. The gallery is located at 4630 Pine Island Road in Matlacha. Full Story
Artists featured at BIG ARTS
Polly and Ikki Matsumoto return
BIG ARTS opens an exhibit Monday, Nov. 16, that will bring back new art created by island favorites Polly and Ikki Matsumoto. The “Take 2 – Ikki and Polly Matsumoto Exhibit” artists reception will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. Full Story
Cypress Lake presents ‘Sweet Charity’ as first show of the year
Cypress Lake High School Center for the Arts performs “Sweet Charity,” a Broadway musical based on a Neil Simon play, Nov. 19-22. The show is a story about a lovelorn New York dance hall hostess, Charity Hope Valentine, who dreams of an old-fashioned romance but gives her heart to one undeserving man after another. Full Story
Gulf Coast Writers study the art of the memoir
Memoirist Ruben Colon will instruct members of the Gulf Coast Writers Association in the art and techniques of memoir writing at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. Mr. Full Story
Fort Myers artist displays glass work in 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.
Fort Myers resident James O’Neil is displaying handcrafted stained glass originals in Commissioner Hall’s downtown Fort Myers office until Nov. 30. The public is invited to view the artwork and learn more about the artist. Full Story
Cape Coral Library Friends feature two local artists
The Friends of the Cape Coral Library announce a new exhibit, featuring Pam Brodersen and Tim Smith, that runs throughout November. The Gallery, located at the Cape Coral Library, 921 SW 39th Terr., off Mohawk Boulevard, is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Full Story
Dec. 5 event celebrates the arts and life of Bruce Gora
The Lee County Alliance for the Arts invites the community to celebrate the arts and the life of Bruce Gora from 7-10 p.m. Dec. 5 at the premiere arts event of the year. “Bruce Gora: A Night to Remember” will feature Mr. Gora’s photography, architectural and community accomplishments, as well as an evening of music, artistic contributions and culinary delights. Full Story
Take a sneak peek at G&L Theatre
TheatreZone open house offers backstage tours
“Pay no attention to the man behind that curtain,” booms the Wizard of Oz, in an effort to keep his clandestine actions from Dorothy and her friends. Full Story
COMING UP AT THE PHIL
‘The Color Purple’
The Philharmonic Center in Naples will host the first North American touring production of “The Color Purple” for eight performances from Dec. 8-13.
Nominated for 11 Tony Awards, “The Color Purple” is based on the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the film by Steven Spielberg. Full Story
Dubin Alzheimer’s Center hosts ‘Brushstrokes From The Soul’
In recognition of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, the Alvin A. Dubin Alzheimer’s Resource Center is presenting an art show featuring paintings by individuals experiencing the various stages of Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairment. The art is on display until Nov. 13 at Robb & Stucky Interiors, 13170 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers. Full Story
Bishop Verot presents ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’
ART NEWS
Bishop Verot Catholic High School students present “The Merry Wives of Windsor” Nov. 20-22 in the school’s Anderson Theater. Full Story
Sanibel venue hosts Livingston Taylor
BIG ARTS welcomes singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor back Saturday, Nov. 28. Full Story
Naples author wins prize for WWII autobiography
BEACH READING
“ZigZag Pass: Love and War, a Memoir” By Leon Hesser (Bavender House Press. $19.95)
Young Leon Hesser was a teenager fresh off the Indiana farm when he enlisted in the Army toward the end of World War II. He had just met his great love, Florence Life, and they promised each other to tie the knot soon after Leon’s return. Full Story
ART NEWS
Arts Academy courses offered at Edison State
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16th annual Taste of Bonita scheduled for Nov. 16
The 16th annual Taste of Bonita, presented by The Rotary Club of Bonita Springs Noon and Fitzgerald’s Pub, takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at Riverside Park on Old 41 in Bonita Springs. Full Story
Celebrate Veterans Day at Alliance for the Arts
Lee countians are invited to commemorate Veterans Day by viewing a locally shot film on the making of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial of Southwest Florida, followed by a group walk and talk to the nearby site. Full Story
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