art imitates art
Gretchen Kish Serrano is inspired by the masters and her mutt
G art RETCHEN KISH SERRANO WORKED AS AN ART DIRECTOR AT LEO Burnett Advertising in Chicago and studied at the Art Institute of Chicago. Full Story
The Phil, Mann Hall get on with the shows for 09-10
"In the Heights," fresh off the Broadway stage and winner of the 2008 Tony Award for Best Musical, will play at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts during the 2009-2010 season. Full Story
Vanished Smile: The Mysterious Theft of Mona Lisa
By R.A. Scotti (Knopf, $24.95)
During the summer of 1911, the unthinkable happened. On Aug. 21, 1911, Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa," one of the most famous paintings in the world, vanished from the Louvre in Paris. Almost as remarkable as the theft, 24 hours passed before museum officials realized the irreplaceable masterpiece was gone. Full Story
It happens: 'The Last Romance' is always possible
It's never too late. Love is possible. You're never too old for it. So claims "The Last Romance," which has its southeastern United States premiere at the Florida Repertory Theatre April 24-May 17. At a recent lunch break, its two leads sat and talked about love, romance, aging and life. Full Story
ARTS COMMENTARY
Making art despite obstructions
The average person views an obstacle as something to be avoided as much as possible. But for the creative person, obstacles can actually hone your art, or compel you to new heights. Sometimes, as much as we may dislike it, we need to struggle. We need something to push against. Full Story
The Community Foundation's Center for Nonprofit Excellence
The Community Foundation's Center for Nonprofit Excellence is one of nine nonprofit management service organizations in Florida. This year, the center celebrates 10 years of service to the nonprofit community. Mary Ellen Barrett, director of the center and an expert in nonprofit board development, recently launched the first-ever training program for board members only. Full Story
FOCUS ON FOUNDATION FUND HOLDERS
The Steinway Piano Society Fund Established 1997
The Steinway Piano Society Fund of Southwest Florida is dedicated to the advancement of young pianists. Its mission is to stimulate and nourish the musical talent of young people and to enhance the arts in our community. The society hosts an annual scholarship competition for piano students between the ages of 6 and 18. Full Story
HOROSCOPES
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) While others urge you to act now, you instinctively recognize that a move at this time is not in your best interests. You should know when to do so by week's end. Full Story
COUCH THEATER
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PICKS OF THE WEEK . " JCVD" - I never thought I'd use the words "best," "movie" and "Jean-Claude Van Damme" in the same sentence, but here it is: "JCVD" is the best Jean-Claude Van Damme movie ever. Jean-Claude Van Damme stars as ... wait for it ... Full Story
Brazz Dance Theater program on its way to Collier schools
With the help of a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, the United Arts Council of Collier County is bringing Augusto Soledade and Brazz Dance Theater, his company of dancers and percussionists, to Immokalee for a four-day residency. Full Story
S.T.A.R.s will be born this summer in Gulfshore Playhouse student program
Gulfshore Playhouse plans to give teens the star treatment this summer with an intensive new educational program. Participants in the Student Theatre Artists in Residence program will be immersed in the art and business of theatre. S.T.A.R. is open to students ages 14 and up and will take place June 8-19 at the Norris Center. Full Story
High School Students Win College Scholarships from Naples Art Association
Six Collier County high school students have won $1,000 each and four have received $500 each in the Jade N. Riedel 38th Annual Scholarship Competition sponsored by the Naples Art Association. Full Story
Rosen Gallery & Studios is home for eight artists
Rosen Gallery & Studios presents "Joseph Swenarton: Season," an exhibit of spirited 2-D works in acrylic and oil, through Tuesday, May 5. Gallery hours are noon to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Full Story
Three Naples venues exhibit works by American master Will Barnet
Will Barnet will turn 98 next month, and to honor the American master the Naples Museum of Art will feature important oils and works on paper from public and private collections, as well as from the artist, April 25-June 28. Full Story
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