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Supporting The Arts & Arts Councils Everywhere

Volume 6 No. 6 | February 9, 2024

Notes from the Editor:


From time to time, I take a step back and look in wonder at the arts community here and how lucky we are to have the number and caliber of volunteers who make it all possible. I consider Gardenfest an arts-related event, and if you were at Riverside Park last weekend, you saw a top-notch group of volunteers in action. Many thousands of visitors enjoyed one of the best garden shows in the state, all put together by a relatively small group of unpaid volunteers, members of the Garden Club of Indian River County. Congratulations and thank you to all!


In a few weeks in the same location, a different band of equally dedicated volunteers, members of the Vero Beach Art Club, will welcome tens of thousands of visitors to the 73rd annual juried Under the Oaks Fine Arts & Craft Show. UTO is on more than one list of the top 200 art shows in the US. In three of the past four years, the show was voted in the top 17 in the Best Fine Arts & Design Shows in the COUNTRY by Sunshine Artist. The fourth year, 2020, COVID forced the Art club to shut down before the end of the first day.


Name any arts organization and you've more than likely found a place for your volunteer services. Look up the website and raise your hand.



This Arts Blast offers news of plenty of things to do but there are far more that we can't fit in. Make the Arts Blast calendar at shut a frequent stop.


Willi

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February 7, 2024 - Linda Sposato (MusicAngelsUSA.org) is now accepting musical students and she tells us about their upcoming fundraiser, Flamenco & Tapas on February 14th... And we're joined by two members of the cast of Kinky Boots at Riverside Theatre, Terrence Clowe and Val Moranto.


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In This Issue



  • Emerging Artists
  • ArtsFest!
  • The Jersey Tenors @ Lyric
  • Live from Vero Beach presents Jefferson Starship
  • Melbourne Municipal Band
  • Monster Piano Concert @ CBTS
  • Backus x 2
  • Riverside Theatre's "Kinky Boots" & Backstage Access
  • Ballet Vero Beach's Balanchine, Graham, Wheeldon Program
  • Pineapple Playhouse's "Crimes of the Heart"
  • IR Charter HS's "Aida"
  • Deborah Pollack at Palm Beach Show
  • VBMA Ashbury Shorts
  • Brevard Watercolor Society
  • Norton Museum Lunar Day
  • Open Mic at First Pres



And More ...!


Scroll down for a load of entries from the Arts Blast online calendar.

The Jersey Tenors


@ The Lyric

 February 14, 7p.m.

  

The Jersey Tenors bring the music from Frank Sinatra to Frankie Valli to Figaro. The four talented guys, complete with Broadway and operatic credits, are Jersey born and bred and Jersey proud.

The Jersey Tenors seamlessly perform some of opera’s greatest works alongside the best of Josh Groban, ABBA, Queen, Journey, Elton John, Kool and the Gang, and of course, the best that Jersey has to offer, from Sinatra and Valli to Bon Jovi and Springsteen and Jersey girl Whitney Houston. Backed by a six-piece band, the boys bring a vast musical repertoire together in one night of song that honors the sound of “Joisey” and beyond.

Poetry & Organ Series at Community Church



  • February 15 - Jane C. Miller
  • February 22 - Sean Sexton
  • February 29 - Carol Lynne Knight

at 11 a.m.

Jefferson Starship


February 15 , 7p.m.


Descended from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and 2016 GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients Jefferson Airplane, the members of Jefferson Starship past and present have been exploring the mysteries of music for more than 1000 collective years! The legend of Jefferson Starship begins in 1970 when Paul Kantner released an album entitled “Blows Against the Empire.” They first toured as Jefferson Starship in 1974 and released the album “Dragonfly” which was certified gold. 

 

Jefferson Starship is one of the most successful rock groups of the 1970’s and 80’s, earning 3 platinum and 8 gold records as well as numerous Top 40 singles. While Jefferson Starship continues to tour today the band has experienced numerous lineup and personnel changes and each of those members have contributed to the magic and alchemy that make Jefferson Starship iconic. Founding member David Freiberg continues to lead the band in its present day incarnation and was also a member of Jefferson Airplane and wrote one of the Jefferson Starship’s greatest hits, “Jane.” Other tremendous hits include “Ride The Tiger,” “Sarah,” “With Your Love,” “Count on Me,” “Winds of Change,” Find Your Way Back,” “Miracles” and “Runaway.”

The Emerson Center is located on the campus of the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Vero Beach, at 1590 27th Avenue, on the southeast corner of 16th Street and 27th Avenue

Emerging Artists


Five Emerging Artists have their work on display at the Center for Spiritual Care in Vero Beach through Sunday, February 25. Stop by to see the diverse work and meet the artists on Sunday afternoons from noon to 3pm. These artists will be available to talk about their art and answer questions. Appointments are required to view the exhibit during the week.


The artists are Leah Blythe, Adam Conard, Vernon Tynes Gibson, Dominique Tynes Gibson, and Jingyu Xu


Center for Spiritual Care, 1550 24th St., Vero Beach. 772-567-1233


Painting by Dominique Tynes Gibson

Treasure Coast Chapter of the American Guild of Organists


The Treasure Coast Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO), is the local chapter of this not-for-profit organization. The chapter serves the Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie counties of Florida and surrounding areas and carries out the mission of the AGO by sponsoring workshops, masterclasses, recitals and other activities. The chapter's members are professional musicians, educators, choir directors, and amateur organists and enthusiasts from all walks of life.


Upcoming recitals:

Mark Herman Organ Recital

Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

First United Methodist Church of Fort Pierce

 

Christiann Teeuwsen Recital & Workshop

March 2024 Date/Time TBA

Hosted by Ray Adams

 

TCCAGO Member Recital

Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

St. Andrews Episcopal Church of Fort Pierce

Melbourne Municipal Band

Rock “N” Roll Revue

 

February 23rd at 7:30 p.m. 

 

Celebrating the rock & roll hits of the 50’s and 60’s, this one night only performance features established members of The Melbourne Municipal Band live on stage! Led by Art Martin, this evening of Rock “N” Roll will take you on a fun-filled stride down memory lane.

Cocoa Village Playhouse

300 Brevard Ave. Cocoa

321-724-0555

www.mmband.org


 


When Charlie Price inherits his father’s shoe factory, he’s faced with a dilemma – file for bankruptcy or find a way to save the family business. Charlie finds inspiration in Lola, a fabulous drag queen, who is in need of some sturdy boots.


As Charlie and Lola work to save the business, they find they are not so different after all. With dedication and fortitude, Lola conquers Milan with their new line of boots. And with success assured, Charlie finally realizes his love for Lauren, the factory’s forewoman.  


Riverside Theatre

3250 Riverside Park Dr., Vero Beach

772-231-6990


www.riversidetheatre.com


 Backstage Access Adult Theatre classes are held every Thursday from 10am to 12pm. Classes started with three weeks on Kinky Boots, then two weeks of Yankee Tavern, two weeks of Producing Theatre, and then three weeks of On Your Feet. 

Bold leaps forward for the Company in this Program that forges new collaborations while honoring those that continue to help us grow.


Featuring:


Sylvia Pas De Deux 

Choreography by George Balanchine

Lamentation Variations 

Choreography by Martha Graham Et Al

Je ne t’aime pas 

Choreography by Christopher Wheeldon

Museum Pieces 

Choreography by Camilo A. Rodriguez & Adam Schnell


George Balanchine was an American ballet choreographer of Russian-Georgian origin, recognized as one of the most influential choreographers of the 20th century. Styled as the father of American ballet, he co-founded the New York City Ballet and remained its artistic director for more than 35 years.

Martha Graham was an American modern dancer and choreographer. Her style, the Graham technique, reshaped American dance and is still taught worldwide. Graham danced and taught for over seventy years.

*Lamentation Variations is an ongoing creative project of the Martha Graham Dance Company. This year, in celebration of their 100th Season Anniversary, they asked young choreographers to create short dances inspired by a film of Martha Graham dancing her iconic solo, Lamentation.

Christopher Wheeldon is an English Choreographer who currently serves as the Artistic Associate of The Royal Ballet. Wheeldon regularly choreographs for leading international companies, including Boston Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Dutch National Ballet, and Joffrey Ballet. His choreographic awards include the Tony Award for Best Choreography (An American in Paris).


Meet our Newest Sponsor — Welcome to Arts Blast, Cynthia Callander!

The Pineapple Playhouse


Crimes of the Heart

February 23 – March 10

 

A richly textured, Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Crimes of the Heart centers around the three Magrath sisters, reuniting in their Mississippi hometown. As they confront the past, manage the present, and grapple with an uncertain future, their characters shine with Southern charm and sharp humor. 


Pineapple Playhouse, 700 W Weatherbee Rd, Fort Pierce

Step into the world of music, history, and resilience with the Violins and Hope exhibition, presented by Community One Initiative and The Community Church of Vero Beach Viner Series for the Visual Arts. This captivating showcase is a striking visual representation of the inspiring story of Violins of Hope—instruments used by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust that were restored and uplifted by renowned Israeli violinmaker, Amnon Weinstein. The show will be in the Narthex Gallery at Community Church through April 1 2024. Gallery Hours are Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. To view the gallery, please call 772-562-3633. 

First Presbyterian Winter Art Reception and Show

 

The public is invited to an opening reception for the annual Winter Art Show at The Galleries of First Presbyterian Church in Vero Beach from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at 520 Royal Palm Boulevard. The show runs through March 31 and will showcase three standout artists, Evelyna Helmer, Maciek von Ato and Bertelle Brooking, as their work is displayed in galleries throughout the church campus. Refreshments will be served. The show runs through March 31.


For more information about the Show, visit www.FirstPresVero.org or call (772) 562-9088.   

Indian River Charter High School with Lincoln Park Academy Presents Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida


From Indian River Charter HS:


Indian River Charter High School (IRCHS) announced its collaborative production of Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida, featuring students from Lincoln Park Academy (LPA) in Fort Pierce. The show runs through February 10, with nightly performances at 7:00 p.m.


Entirely student-driven, the production is helmed by the skilled technical theatre students of IRCHS, with standout performers from both schools' musical theatre departments taking center stage. The show is directed by Fednike Nozistene of IRCHS and Savannah Forbus of LPA.


Tickets are available at irchs.org.



IRCHS Students Samara Lewis (12) as Aida and Nathan Suniphon (12) as Radames - photo by Amelia Strazzulla



Splash! 2024, Brevard’s largest watercolor show, presented by the Brevard Watercolor Society (BWS), will be held on Saturday, February 17th and Sunday, February 18th from 10am to 4pm at the Azan Shriner Center, 1591 West Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne. It features original watercolors by BWS members (all local artists), a juried art show and other awards, a student exhibition, an artist's marketplace where you can shop for unique works of art, raffles, and silent auction. The full slate of demonstrations includes a 5-artist "paint-around" on Saturday.


Splash is a wonderful chance to see (and acquire) watercolor paintings and other items from local artists. Admission and parking are free, so come visit the show and browse the Marketplace.

Lunar New Year Community Day


February 10

Noon to 7pm

Norton Museum of Art


Join the Norton to celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Dragon! Kick off the day with traditional Shadow Puppet Show with Chinese Theater Works, enjoy dance and music with Jinlu Arts, Storytime with Monica Ladd, and dragon and lion dances with Lee Koon Hung Kung Fu. Learn more about our Chinese Collection with Spotlight Tours with our docents and get creative with multiple art activities. The day concludes with a lecture by Claire Chu and a fireworks display on the Intracoastal. Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S. Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach

Atlantic Classical Orchestra At the Elliot Museum

  


CHAMBER II SERIES - INTIMATE PORTRAITS

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11 at 3 p.m.

 

The A.E. Backus Museum presents the Art of the Fantastic: Imaginative Illustration from the Korshak Collection, on view March 8 through April 28, 2024. The Korshak Collection features works by pioneering artists from over a century of published science fiction, horror, and fantasy. These original adventure and fantasy illustrations appeared on the covers and pages of timeless novels, and in classic pulp magazines from the 1930s through 1960s such as Amazing Stories, Weird Tales, Fantastic Adventures, and Wonder Stories. The exhibition features 40 works from this notable private collection by such masters as Aubrey Beardsley, Arthur Rackham, Gustave Doré, Howard Pyle, Virgil Finlay, Kelly Freas, J. Allen St. John, Frank Frazetta, and Michael Whelan. With outstanding images of Martian princesses, Arthurian legends, ethereal fairies, alien invaders, imaginative pasts and fanciful, uncertain futures, Art of the Fantastic is far and away a superb survey of the extraordinary. The exhibition will be on view starting next month at the Backus Museum located at 500 North Indian River Drive in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce.

Enjoy a tuneful time along the Indian River for the return of the Backus Museum’s choice outdoor concert event, Juice & Jazz! On Sunday, March 3 from 10:30-12:30, live music from the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society on the Outdoor Mural Plaza complements a delicious assortment of sweet and savory delights with fresh juice from Natalie's Orchid Island Juice Company, Bloody Marys made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Coffee, Sparking Mimosas or Prosecco. Tickets are $25 in advance online, by phone, and at 500 North Indian River Drive in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce. Space is limited, so be sure to snag your seats today! Juice & Jazz is a rain or shine event to benefit the Backus Museum.

 

At 12:30 pm we crescendo into the drawing for the annual Win a Masterpiece of Florida Art Raffle. This year, that masterpiece is a dynamic work of art of a familiar Florida subject by the internationally-renowned marine wildlife artist and conservationist Guy Harvey valued at $10,000. Blanco Solo, 2013 by Guy Harvey (b.1955) is an original acrylic on canvas, and is 30 x 40 inches.

Tickets for the Raffle are available for donations of $25 each, or $60 for three, or $100 for six chances to win! Only 3,000 tickets are available, be sure to grab yours before they sell out! You do not need to be present to win; the winner will be contacted. Complete rules are online and on display at the Museum. For More information about the painting and artist and to order tickets, visit www.backusmuseum.org/raffle.


Deborah Pollock will present “Hermann Herzog: Florida's Most Important Landscape Painter,” at the The Palm Beach Show (Jewelry, Art. Antiques, and Design), Palm Beach Convention Center, West Palm Beach Sunday, February 18, at 1 p.m. It’s free!


  Prolific and poetic artist Hermann Herzog (1832–1932) first came to Florida by 1893 and fell so much in love with its lush splendor that he returned practically every winter, painting over 300 oils of its virgin terrain until around 1912. Comparisons will be made with Winslow Homer, George Inness, and Martin Johnson Heade, who were in Florida at the same time. Come see the colorful Florida wilderness that Herzog depicted so beautifully. A limited edition book signing follows. Herzog painted in Palm Beach! Photo of Herzog and his work is from the back cover of "Hermann Herzog: His Remarkable Life, Unrivaled Florida Work, and Rightful Place in American Art History," by Edward Pollack and Deborah C. Pollack #palmbeachshow

 #hermannherzog #oldflorida #floridaart #floridaartist #historicpalmbeach #palmbeach

From A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery:



Fast Forward: The Original Florida Highwaymen on the Way to Fame marks the 50th anniversary of the painters’ induction into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame. Fast Forward is on view through March 3 at 500 N. Indian River Drive in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce.


After more than fifty years in becoming an overnight success, the 26 landscape artists now known as The Original Highwaymen were inducted in 2004 into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame.


*Fast Forward presents an exhibition of more than 50 rarely or never-before-seen paintings assembled from 10 private collections from around the state, including works by Harold Newton (1934-1994), Alfred Hair (1941-1970), Livingston Roberts (1942-2004), R.A. “Roy” McLendon (b.1932), Sam Newton (b. 1948), Mary Ann Carroll (1940-2019), Willie Daniels (1950-2021), and more.


A.E. BACKUS MUSEUM & GALLERY

500 North Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce

(772) 465-0630 www.BackusMuseum.org

Coming Up on the Arts Blast Calendar


Events listed are for the next few weeks. For a complete listing of future events, (click here or go to: willimiller.com/arts-blast-calendar)

Indian River County


EVENTS:

Feb. 10, 1:30 OR 7 p.m. - 43rd Asbury Short Film Concert Asbury Shorts USA at Vero Beach Museum of Art - limited seating


​Feb. 11, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 14th Annual motor car exhibition at McKee Botanical Gardens


Feb. 11, 4 p.m. - Con Brio String Quartet at First Pre Vero Beach. Classical music for a Sunday afternoon. Free


Feb. 13-March 12 - Film Studies at Vero Beach Museum of Art: Picture This! Humanity Through a Camera Lens


Feb. 13 -  Emerson E-Series - The Plastics Problem - Jim Masterson & Sue Flak


Feb. 15, 11 a.m. - Poetry & Organ Series with poet Jane C. Miller at Community Church of Vero Beach


Feb. 15 - Jefferson Starship at The Emerson Center - LIVE! from Vero Beach


Feb. 15 & 17  - Little Wonders free toddler nature class at ELC. Pre-registration required. Dolphins, Manatees, & Fish


Feb. 16-18 - Into the Woods - VBHS


Feb. 17, 10 a.m - 3 p.m. -The Sebastian River Art Club Art by the River


Feb. 18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Art in the Park - Vero Beach Art Club in Humiston Park, Ocean Drive


Feb. 18, 3 p.m. - Seven Monster Pianos Concert at Christ by the Sea UMC.


Feb. 19, 4:30 p.m. - VBMA International Lecture Series - Art Crime and the FBI: How Masterpieces are Stolen and Recovered Robert Wittman, Former Senior Investigator and Founder of the FBI’s National Art Crime Team


Feb. 20 - March 17 - Kinky Boots at Riverside Theatre


Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m. - Detroit Symphony/cellist Alisa Weilerstein at Community Church of Vero Beach for Indian River Symphonic Assoc


Feb. 21 - Art Talk at Vero Beach Museum of Art - Off to Market


Feb. 22 - Broken Arrow and Laurel Canyon: The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young at The Emerson Center - LIVE! from Vero Beach


Feb. 22, 11 a.m. - Poetry & Organ Series with poet Sean Sexton at Community Church of Vero Beach


Feb. 23-25 - Ballet Vero Beach Program 2 - Balanchine, Graham, Wheeldon


Feb. 24, 7 p.m. - Night Sounds - Penny Creek at Sebastian Inlet State Park Cocoanut Point


Feb. 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Art in the Park - Vero Beach Art Club in Humiston Park, Ocean Drive


ONGOING:

Through Feb. 18 – Morning After Grace at Riverside Theatre


Through Feb. 28 - VIVA FOCA! Friends of Contemporary Art Exhibit at Environmental Learning Center


Through March 6 - Big, Bold & Abstract at IRC Intergenerational Rec Center


Through April 24 - Cultural Council of IRC - All Around the Town - Vero Beach City Hall


​Through April 28 - A Tropical Flock of Avian Avatars by The Myth Makers, Donna Dodson & Andy Moerlein - at McKee Botanical Garden

St. Lucie County


EVENTS:

Feb. 9-18 - Love Letters at Treasure Coast Theatre PSL


Feb. 9, 8 p.m. – Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band at Sunrise Theatre


Feb. 10, 8 p.m. – Piff The Magic Dragon at Sunrise Theatre


Feb. 10, 8 p.m. – Comedy Corner at Sunrise Theatre


Feb. 16-18 - Highwaymen Celebration Weekend - at A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery - Free


Feb. 17-18 – Uriel Natero – Pianist at Pineapple Playhouse


Feb 17, 8 p.m. - Floyd Nation: Experience Pink Floyd at Sunrise Theatre


Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m. - The Edwards Twins  at Sunrise Theatre


Feb. 21, 7 p..m. - NY Rockabilly Rockets at Sunrise Theatre


Feb. 22, 7:30 p.m. - Chris Botti at Sunrise Theatre


Feb. 22 - The Fort Pierce Jazz Society All-Stars at Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens Concert Hall


​Feb. 23-March 10 - Crimes of the Heart at Pineapple Playhouse


​Feb. 23, 8 p.m. - Mania: The Abba Tribute at Sunrise Theatre


Feb. 24 - Mike DelGuidice  at Sunrise Theatre


ONGOING:

Through March 3 - Fast Forward: The Original Florida Highwaymen on the Way to Fame at A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery - OPENING RECEPTION JAN. 19 6-8 P.M.

Martin County

Feb. 9, 4 &8 p.m. - Atlantic Classical Orchestra Masterworks II/Terence Wilson at the Lyric Theatre


Feb. 9-11 – Rock the 80s at Barn Theatre


Feb. 10, 7 p.m. – Eric Gales at Lyric


Feb. 14, 7 p.m. - The Jersey Tenors at Lyric


Feb. 15, 7 p.m. - An Evening with Del McCoury Band at Lyric


Feb. 16, 7 p.m. - Brand New Day – Sting & The Police Tribute at Lyric


Feb. 18, 3 p.m. - Indian River Pops Orchestra with Copeland Davis at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Stuart


Feb. 23-March 10 - The Pillowman  at A.C.T. Studio Theatre


​Feb. 24, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. - Jensen Beach Garden Expo at Indian Riverside Park, Jensen Beach


Feb. 25, 7 p.m. - The Gibson Brothers  at The Lyric


ONGOING:


Every Sunday, 1 - 4 p.m. - Rock'n Riverwalk​, 300 St. Lucie Ave, Stuart


Every Sunday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Market on Main, Flagler Park, Stuart


Fridays, 2 p.m. - Guided Nature Walks at Jonathan Dickinson State Park


Thursdays, 6-9:30 p.m. - Jammin’ Jensen on Jensen Beach Boulevard


Tuesdays at The Elliott: Tim Kyle Carpenter's Open Jam Session


Tuesdays - 4-7 p.m. - Cruising at the Beach – Elliott Museum 


Through Feb. 28 Martin Artisans Guild Kaleidoscope at The Artisans Boutique, Stuart


Through Feb. 29 - 33rd Annual All Florida Juried Art Show at MartinArts

Brevard County


EVENTS:

Feb. 8-10 - Central Brevard Art Association's Winter Art Show & Sale


Feb. 9, 6 - 11 p.m. - Somewhere in Time Gala at Green Gables


Feb. 13-14 – The Simon & Garfunkel Story at King Center


Feb. 14-18 – Sincerely Yours, A Valentines Special Event at Heneger Center


Feb. 16-17 - Quilt Show 2024 - The Artistry of Quilts - Seaside Piecemakers at Melbourne Auditorium


Feb. 17 - Whiskey in the District - Eau Gallie Arts District


Feb. 17-18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Splash of Watercolor 2024 - Brevard Watercolor Society


Feb. 17, 3-6 p.m. - Sip & Shop Downtown Melbourne - Melbourne Mainstreet


Feb. 18, 7:30 p.m. - An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katherine McPhee at King Center


Feb. 22, 8 p.m. - Johnny Mathis at King Center


Feb. 23, 7 p.m. - Michael W. Smith at King Center


Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m. - The Jerry Douglas Band at King Center


Feb. 24, 7 p.m. - Night Sounds - Penny Creek at Sebastian Inlet State Park Cocoanut Point


Feb. 25, 3 p.m. - Central Florida Winds Travel Around the World at Suntree UMC, Melbourne


Feb. 25, 3 p.m. - Pipe Organ Concert featuring Brenda Portman of Cincinnati at Advent Lutheran Church, Suntree. Free.


​Feb. 25 - Spyro Gyra 50th Anniversary at King Center


ONGOING

Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. - Art Night at Strawbridge Art League


Through Feb. 11 – The Sound of Music at Heneger Center


Through Feb. 11 – Oklahoma at Cocoa Village Playhouse


Through Feb. 18 – Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at Titusville Playhouse


Through Feb. 25 – The Minutes at Melbourne Civic Theatre

Palm Beach County


EVENTS:

Feb. 9-10 – Preacher Larson at Kravis


Feb. 9, 8 p.m. – A Bronx Tale: One Man Show w/ Chazz Palmentari at Kravis


Feb. 10-11 – Adam Pascal at Kravis


Feb. 10, 8 p.m. – Prairie Home Companion at Kravis


Feb. 11-25 - Plaza Suite  at Maltz Jupiter Theatre


Feb. 12 – Evolution: Motown at Kravis


Feb. 14, 8 p.m. – Ballet Hispanico: Doňa Perón at Kravis


Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m. – Curtis on Tour at Kravis


Feb. 15, 7 p.m. - Black Barbie: A Documentary at Kravis


Feb. 15, 8 p.m. - Diana Krall at Kravis


Feb. 16, 7 p.m. - David Foster & Katherine McPhee at Kravis


Feb. 17- 18 - Detroit Symphony Orchestra at Kravis


Feb. 18, 8 p.m. - Bianca Del Rio – Dead Inside Comedy Tour at Kravis


Feb. 19, 7 p.m. - Drum Revue at Kravis


Feb. 20-25 – Jagged Little Pill at Kravis


Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m. - Las Migas at Kravis


Feb. 24-25 – Ballet Palm Beach’s Romeo & Juliet at Kravis


ONGOING:

Fridays and Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. - Garden Sculpture Tours at the Norton


Thursdays 6-9 p.m. - Clematis by Night


Every Friday, 5-10 p.m. - ART AFTER DARK at the Norton

Beyond the Treasure Coast



EVENTS:

Feb. 8-18 - The Women Who Mapped the Stars at Planetarium/Calusa Nature Center for Alliance for the Arts


Feb. 9-11, Sarasota Symphony at Van Wezel


Feb. 14 - An Intimate Evening with David Foster and Katharine McPhee at Van Wezel


Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m. - Michael Mayo & Frost Jazz Vocal Ensembles - Frost School of Music


Feb. 18, 7:30 p.m. - Voices Rising - Frost Chorale, Bella Voce, Chamber Singers & Symphonic Choir - Frost School of Music


Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m. - Sarasota Concert Association - Detroit Symphony Orchestra/Jader Bignamini w/Alisa Weilerstein, cellist, at Van Wezel


Feb 21-25 - Ain't Too Proud - The Life and Times of The Temptations at Van Wezel


Feb. 22 - Masterclass: Ain't Too Proud at Van Wezel


Feb. 22, 7 p.m. - An Evening with John Williams and Yo-Yo Ma at Carnegie Hall


Feb. 24-25 - 54th Annual Lake Wales Arts Festival


ONGOING:



Every Saturday 1 p.m. - Saturday Exhibition Highlight Tours at Rollins Museum of Art, Winter Park


Live carillon concerts Thursday - Sunday, 1 & 3 p.m. - Bok Tower Gardens. 


Through Feb. 14 - 3D Game Art and Animation class at Alliance for the Arts Fort Myers


​​Through Feb. 14, 2 p.m. - Eleven Defining Days in Collier County - Second Tuesday Lectures at Collier Museum at Government Center


​Through April 14 -The Nature of Art at MFA St. Pete

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GUEST SERVICES

BOUTIQUE SALES

SPECIAL EVENTS

ADMIN SUPPORT

PUBLICITY

Ballet Vero Beach Volunteers receive FREE tickets, merchandise, and the opportunity to attend volunteer thank you events.

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Send only one photo, with caption, unless more are requested.

Media contact with email for Arts Blast followup (not for publication)


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