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14
Dec
2024

Reception: Member Artist Frances Powers' Exhibit

Reception: Member Artist Frances Powers' Exhibit
Frances Powers’ work has always encompassed organic forms derived from nature. Living in Florida, with its abundance of flora and fauna, is inspirational for her work which can be either stylized landscapes, or landscapes that include architectural forms and flora and fauna.
 
This exhibit is sponsored by Observer Media Group.

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Guest (free)
11
Jan
2025

Reception: Creative Liberties Studio Artists Group Exhibition

Reception: Creative Liberties Studio Artists Group Exhibition

The 19 studio artists of Creative Liberties Artist Studios & Galleries represent many different mediums including painting, fiber art, paper art, jewelry making, photography, resin and printmaking. 

This exhibit is sponsored by Observer Media Group.

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Guest (free)
13
Jan
2025

Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage 1/13

01-13-2025 1:30 pm -3:00 pm
Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage 1/13

Take a guided tour of the paintings and sculptures owned by Arts Advocates on display at the Van Wezel. After that, step onto the stage where a Van Wezel guide will give you a peek behind the curtain and share stories and anecdotes about the colorful world of show business!

14
Jan
2025

Art Talk: Kathryn Chesley - Becoming Ladies of History

Art Talk: Kathryn Chesley - Becoming Ladies of History
A theater educator, playwright, and trained actress with a love of history, Kathryn performs “Life and Times Portrayals” of 10 historic women. 

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Ticket Type Price
Arts Advocates member $0.00
Non-member $5.00
16
Jan
2025

Luncheon: Morris (Marty) Hylton III, Architecture Sarasota

01-16-2025 11:00 am -1:00 pm
Luncheon: Morris (Marty) Hylton III, Architecture Sarasota

Since the mid-20th century, Sarasota has been globally recognized as an epicenter of innovative modern architecture and design, often referred to as the Sarasota School of Architecture. Our guest speaker is Morris (Marty) Hylton III, president of Architecture Sarasota, and his presentation will explore the organization’s efforts to document, preserve, and promote the region’s built and cultural heritage.

Luncheons at the Sarasota Yacht Club are sponsored by Observer Media Group. 


 

Ticket Information

Ticket Type Price
Arts Advocates member $45.00
Non-member $50.00
17
Jan
2025

The Florida Highwaymen: Pioneers of Art and Enterprise

The Florida Highwaymen: Pioneers of Art and Enterprise

This is offered by OLLI at Ringling College in the Arts Advocates Gallery. 

The Highwaymen, self-taught artists who began painting in the mid-1950s, overcame the social conditions of the Jim Crow South and thrived as painters and entrepreneurs. Unable to sell their works in galleries, they sold their paintings from the trunks of their cars along Highway A1A. Join Stephenie Frasher for an in-depth look at six of the 26 Highwaymen artists: Alfred Hair, Al Black, Rodney Demps, James Gibson, John Maynor, and Sam Newton.

 

08
Feb
2025

Lecture: The Many Lives of Romeo and Juliet

Lecture: The Many Lives of Romeo and Juliet

The story of Romeo and Juliet is an enduring theme in the arts. In this lecture, Marilyn Carminio will take us on a journey to Verona, Italy to the home of our protagonists while exploring the theme of love in art. Through video clips, we will look at how the story of Romeo and Juliet has been portrayed in the theatre, ballet, sculpture, music, opera, painting, and cinema. Additionally, we will look at what social psychologists say about love at first sight, unrequited love, and heartbreak. 

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Registration $25.00
20
Feb
2025

Luncheon: Booker High VPA Program

Luncheon: Booker High VPA Program

With Greg Rumph and students in Booker High School’s Visual & Performing Arts Program

Greg Rumph, artist, assistant principal and head of the renowned VPA program, will speak about preparing the next generation of artists. Student talent will be showcased!

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Ticket Type Price
Arts Advocates member $30.00
Non-member $35.00
21
Feb
2025

Sarasota Opera House Tour

02-21-2025 10:30 am -12:00 pm
Sarasota Opera House
Sarasota Opera House Tour

The Sarasota Opera House Tour is a treasure trove of interesting facts and backstage information. Tour the theater with knowledgeable opera staff who will share the theater's fascinating past and inside information on Sarasota Opera's world-class productions.

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Ticket Type Price
Arts Advocates member $15.00
Non-member $20.00
24
Feb
2025

Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage 2/24

02-24-2025 1:30 pm -3:00 pm
Behind the Curtain: Exploring the Van Wezel from the Art to the Stage 2/24

Take a guided tour of the paintings and sculptures owned by Arts Advocates on display at the Van Wezel. After that, step onto the stage where a Van Wezel guide will give you a peek behind the curtain and share stories and anecdotes about the colorful world of show business!