a new performing arts hall takes the stage
Edison 8 movie theater becoming Victory Center for the Performing Arts
ARY WALDMAN HAS HIGH HOPES. G He and his partner, Jamison Troutman, are opening a performing arts theater in Fort
Myers. Full Story
Trop Rockers perform magic on the water
For seven years now, Jim Morris has been bringing folks from all over the country to Charlotte County to celebrate the magic of music performed in paradise. The annual affair is called Magic On The Water, and this year, it’s a four-day festival for music lovers, especially those who love Trop Rock, a music genre most associated with Jimmy Buffett. Full Story
BEACH READING
The Devil’s Rooming House: The True Story of America’s Deadliest Female Serial Killer By M. William Phelps (Lyons Press, $24.95)
Lizzie Bordon became famous for probably murdering her stepmother and father in turn-of-thecentury New England. But a lesser known contemporary, Amy Archer-Gilligan, is much more interesting. Amy dispatched two husbands and possibly as many as 66 others in a fashion reminiscent of “Arsenic and Old Lace,” a Broadway play that was loosely based on her case. Full Story
Henrik Ibsen’s ‘A Doll’s House,’ circa 1879, still speaks to our time
THEATER REVIEW
There’s a scene in “Manhattan Murder Mystery” that never fails to make me laugh.
Woody Allen’s wife, played by Diane Keaton, thinks there’s something suspicious about a neighbor’s death. But he wants her to stay out of it. Full Story
Philanthropy in China: The China Youth Development Foundation
GIVING
As I begin to wind down this series on philanthropy in China, I will be focusing the remaining articles on specific, nongovernmental organizations and on some of their more significant programs. Full Story
‘Clash of the Titans’
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Mythology was created to explain the inexplicable, to make sense of a world in which elements of life could not be understood. How that evolved into giant scorpions and sea creatures I have no idea, but “Clash of the Titans” sure has a lot of fun using various mythological creations at will. Full Story
Delirium Contemporary Dance Company debuts at Davis Center
The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s new resident dance group, Delirium Contemporary Dance Company, performs “An Altered State of Consciousness” Saturday, April 10. The company features 14 dancers from around the country. Tickets cost $35, including a 7 p.m. reception and an 8 p.m. performance. Full Story
Fundraiser draws on artists’ imagination for Imaginarium
One-of-a-kind furniture, unique auction packages and one-of-a-kind experiences will be the focus of the fifth annual Cherish the Children Event and Auction fundraiser on Saturday, April 17. The event starts at 7 p.m. Full Story
Chamber Series Concert celebrates joys of spring
The glory of spring is celebrated when the Southwest Florida Symphony performs a musical impression of the beauty of springtime. “The Glory of Spring,” a Chamber Series Concert, conducted by Michael Hall, will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 9, at Faith Presbyterian Church in Cape Coral, and at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 11, at Schein Hall at BIG ARTS on Sanibel. Full Story
Choraliers present ‘Give My Regards to Broadway’
The Choraliers return to Cultural Park Theatre Sunday, April 11, at 3 p.m., bringing back their unique blend of entertainment for the eighth year.
The show has become a favorite among admirers, with its variety including singing, dancing and lots of comedy. Full Story
COMING UP AT BIG ARTS
The following shows and events are scheduled at BIG ARTS on Sanibel Island.
‘Six Women’ artists reception is April 10
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Florida Rep ‘Trying’ to make theater experience affordable
Florida Repertory Theatre offers several affordable ways to see “Trying” by the Tony-nominated playwright, Joanna McClelland Glass. Opening April 9, the production features discounted previews at 2 p.m. April 7 and 8 p.m. on April 8 where seats are $25 and $20. Full Story
Contiguglia Brothers play at Shell Point
The final performance in Shell Point Retirement Community’s 2009-2010 Fine and Performing Arts Concert Series will be the Contiguglia Brothers. The concert will take place on Thursday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the Shell Point Church auditorium. Full Story
Dance Alliance performs in season concert
Dance Alliance takes stage for its season concert at the Alliance for the Art’s Foulds Theatre on April 17 at 8 p.m. and April 18 at 2 p.m. Featured choreography includes pieces by former member of Merce Cunningham and Paul Taylor Dance companies, Cynthia Arenillas and Melissa Booth, director of the dance program at Lehigh Senior High School Center for the Arts, and company members. Full Story
Sanibel School art exhibit on display
A new exhibit from The Sanibel School is on display throughout April at Tahitian Gardens, 1975 Periwinkle Way on Sanibel. The exhibit features works in a variety of media and age ranges. The school fundraiser at Cheeburger Cheeburger is at 3 p.m. until closing on April 13. Artists and media include: Full Story
Performing arts seminar set for students
The Young Artists Awards program hosts a seminar for students in the
performing arts on Saturday, April 17, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Alliance for the Arts. Full Story
Gulf Coast Symphony performs Zemlinsky and Webern
The Gulf Coast Symphony, Southwest Florida’s premier community orchestra, presents another of its acclaimed Classical Access Conderts on Saturday, April 10, at 7:30 p.m. The program features Zemlinsky’s “Lyric” Symphony and Webern’s “Five Pieces for Orchestra.” Full Story
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre announces 2010-2011 season
Broadway Palm’s 2010-2011 season includes eight main stage productions, a new student discounted rate and a buffet to get theatergoers stuffed before the curtain rises. Subscription renewals for the new season are now on sale. Individual tickets go on sale June 1. Main stage show prices range from $27 to $51 with group and children’s prices available. Full Story
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