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Explorations V Children’s MuseumSummer Adventures

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The Ritz TheatreUnveils New Sign

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The Cultural Arts Magazine for Polk County

VOLUME 15 • NUMBER 3 SPRING/SUMMER 2013

COMPLIMENTARY

Polk Museum of Art presents

Mayfaire9am–4pm may 11&12 on Lake morton

one of the nation's premier art showsChiLdren's Zone, Live entertainment on Library Lawn, free admission to museum

friday night kiCkoff partyopen bar, heavy hors d'oeuvres, Live musiC

party tiCkets $20 members, $30 non-members, $35 day of event, avaiLabLe at 863.688.7743, x238 or poLkmuseumofart.org/events

saturday night street party on Lake mirror with 5k, fireworks & band, free

2013 Poster Art, winds of time, 2011, by Brandy RenEÉ

by-the-Lake 2013

Central Florida’s

Glenn W. & Hazelle Paxson Morrison Foundation

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A Publication of the Polk Arts Alliance

Front Cover: Mayfaire Saturday night 2012. this year’s free street party and fireworks display begins at 5pm, Saturday, May 11. Photo courtesy of PMoA’s Gregory Mills. In addition, about 1,200 athletes are expected to participate in the 34th Annual Mayfaire Classic 5K road race & Walk, sponsored by the Lakeland runners Club, beginning at 7pm.

Inside...

MIDFLorIDA Mayfaireby-the-LakePage 9

Innovations DancePage 30

Dave and Chris Brubeck’s“Ansel Adams: America”Page 14

New Member SpotlightPage 42

Volume 15 Number 3 Spring/Summer 2013

Art•i•facts Magazine is published four times a year by the Polk Arts Alliance in support of the Cultural Arts Council member organizations. Advertising and news may be submitted for consideration by calling (863) 797-4278 or email to [email protected]. Letters to the editor are welcome on any subject relating to the content of the magazine. All opinions expressed in this publication are those of the advertisers, writers or other news sources, and do not reflect the opinions of the magazine, the publisher or the editor. Art•i•facts Magazine assumes no responsibility for unsolicited submissions or errors. Contents are copyrighted. Reproduction of any material in this publication without written permission of the publisher is prohibited. ©2012 Polk Arts Alliance. All rights reserved. Any reproduction in whole or in part without the express written consent of Polk Arts Alliance is prohibited. Printed in U.S.A.

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Contents

President’s Message ......................................................... 2

executive Director’s Message .............................................. 4

10 under $10 .................................................................. 5

Absolutely Priceless! ........................................................ 8

MIDFLorIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake ........................................ 9

teen Art Warehouse ......................................................... 10

Summer Art Camps .......................................................... 12

Dave & Chris Brubeck’s “Ansel Adams: America” ....................... 14

Classes/Workshops........................................................... 16

Paul Jennewein: An usher for a new American Style .................. 17

Polk County history Center events/exhibitions ......................... 18

Platform Art Party 21 ........................................................ 19

Dynamic Duo: April ross & nova Jay ...................................... 20

Florida outdoor SculptureCompetition Shows Work in two Cities ................................... 22

Cultural Arts Calendar (April - July) .................................. 24-29

Celebrate Dance Festival/Innovations Dance ........................... 30

Auditions ...................................................................... 31

Murder Mystery Dinners Popular at the ramon theater ............... 32

the Les Miz Phenomenon ................................................... 33

Giant Dinosaur Puppets Dance on Stage/Summer Adventures at explorations v ................................... 34

11th Marilyn newell Youth Music Festival ................................ 35

Celtic Woman returns to the Lakeland Center ......................... 36

the ritz theatre unveils new Sign ....................................... 37

At Polk State, Art ProfessorFinds What new York City Was Missing ................................... 38

Community Arts recognition Awards ...................................... 40

haines City Community theatre Seeks new home ..................... 40

tuesday Music Club hymnology Series a Success ....................... 41

new Member Spotlight................................................... ... 42

Member recognition ......................................................... 43

Cultural Arts & Creative Industry Directory & Map ..................... 44

Art-i-facts • Winter 2013 • www.polkarts.org2

from the desk of the

President

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Board of Directors

Cindy Rodriguez

Welcome to spring and all the great things that come with it – especially in the way of arts, culture, heritage and other events. This is the time of year when you can hear the sound of baseball bats cracking at Spring Training games while enjoying the beautiful Central Florida weather and, later that evening, take in a show at one of the areas award-winning community theatres or see an exhibit at one of our many incredible galleries. For other daytime events, there are a wide variety of festivals – some arts related, others with a cultural bent. And that’s just a tiny sample of the offerings, so it’s easy to see why Central Florida is the place to be in the spring! Please, do yourself a favor and get out there and enjoy all that’s going on.

In February, the Polk Arts Alliance held its annual Cultural Arts Program Award (CARP) celebration at the Lakeland Center. We were extremely excited about recognizing and honoring several folks who have enhanced the arts here in Polk in very meaningful ways. For some, it was patronage and volunteer hours, for others it was revolutionary policy-making and for at least a couple, the recognition came for “carrying the banner” to make great things happen for arts, culture and heritage here at home.

Honorees included:• Lunz Prebor Fowler Architects• Tom Johnson (Theatre Winter Haven)• Dave Connor (Peterson & Myers)• Meri Mass (Polk Arts Alliance)• Jim Freeman (Manager – Polk County Government)• Bob English (former County Commissioner)• Sam Johnson (former County Commissioner)• Melony Bell (Chair - Polk County Board of County Commissioners - BoCC)• Todd Dantzler (Polk BoCC)• Edwin Smith (Polk BoCC)

Every one of this year’s honorees made a positive impact on advancing the arts in various ways over the past year. We thank them again for their service and leadership! And, as if that wasn’t enough, after the awards celebration, guests and honorees were also treated to a delightful concert by the Vienna Boys Choir – compliments of the Lakeland Center. So, a big thank you also goes out to all of our friends at the Lakeland Center, especially Mike LaPan, for providing the locale for such a beautiful event and to all those who helped plan, prepare and set up for the awards presentation. It was truly a magical evening!

Looking forward, we are already engaged in starting the application process for fiscal year 2013/14 arts, culture and heritage grants. Call us for details. And, stay tuned for details about a planned capital campaign that will further ensure a sustainable arts alliance and continued advocacy for the arts in Polk. I know you’ll want to get involved early and make your own mark in and for the arts!

Cindy Rodriguez


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As we move into the spring of 2013, the community looks forward to all the great spring cultural events upon us and they are plentiful! I am looking forward to our festivals, concerts and fairs that always bring out the best in talent and crowds. They are examples of what we have to offer the cultural and heritage tourist, one of the fastest growing tourism attractions in Florida. All this is included in our creative industry sector which is the 5th largest employer in Polk County and and is similarly ranked statewide. What the arts community represents is a sizable and significant industry in our County. This important sector fosters economic development, attracts high-level businesses, bolsters tourism and, as we know, the arts are critical in education and quality of life. Major cities reference a strong arts and cultural environment as an important factor in the recruitment and relocation of companies to their area. The Polk Arts Alliance has worked very hard to advocate for the arts and successfully achieved support of the Cultural Arts Council and all the arts in our community. Because of our achievements, we are looking forward to greater marketing opportunities reaching the cultural tourist and resulting in due recognition of all we have to offer in the arts in Polk County. This spring, the Polk Arts Alliance will begin our membership campaign for the coming year so we can continue our advocacy efforts for all the arts. As with all the nonprofit arts organizations, we rely on membership, sponsors and donors to help fund our mission. We are not a venue, we have no shows or ticket sales, but as the voice for all the arts, we do make a difference! It is now time to support the Polk Arts Alliance and help PAA continue our work to carry on the support and advocacy of all the arts that inspire us all.

Meri Mass

message from the

Executive Director

Meri Mass

CULTURAL ARTS COUNCILMEMBER ORGANIzATIONS

All Saints’ Academy

Arts ensemble education Foundation

Arts on the Park

the Bach Festival of Central Florida

Bartow Art Guild

Bok tower Gardens

Citrus Lakes Chorus

Davenport School of the Arts

explorations v Children’s Museum

the Florida Air Museum at Sun ’n Fun

Florida Dance Arts

Florida Dance theatre

Florida Southern College

Frostproof Artist’s League & Gallery

haines City Community theatre, Inc.

historic Lakeland

historical Lake Wales Society

historical Society of Fort Meade

Imperial Symphony orchestra

Lakeland Art Guild

Lakeland Choral Society

Lakeland Community theatre

Lakeland Concert Band

Lake Wales Arts Council

Lake Wales Little theatre

Lois Cowles harrison CenterFor the visual & Performing Arts

Platform Art

Polk County historical Museum

Polk County Kids tag Art

Polk Museum of Art

Polk State College

Polk theatre

ramon theater

ridge Art Association

ridge Music teachers Association

ridge Woodcarvers Club

rochelle School of the Arts

Southeastern university

Symphony Guild of Winter haven

theatre Winter haven

the Lakeland Center

the ritz theatre

the tuesday Music Club

Visit www.polkarts.org or contact Meri Mass at [email protected] to learn more about the Cultural Arts Council.

Skirt made out of Art-i-facts Magazines by artist Jenny Grenke as class project for the Frostproof Art League’s Wearable Art Fashion Show at the Ramon Theatre on March 9. Left-to-Right: Martha Rowe Burke, Meri Mass, Jenny Grenke.


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Polk State College theatre Department presents “All Shook up” April 10-14 and 18-21. Wednesday-Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:30pm. Wednesday, April 10 is a free preview. All other performances are $5 at the door, and are Free for PSC students, staff and faculty. visit www.polk.edu or phone 863-421-1893.

theatre Winter haven Academy presents “the Little Mermaid” on the Mainstage. this show is sure to delight audiences of all ages. May 17 and 18 at 7:30pm, May 19 at 2:30pm. $9 for adults, $7 for students. Learn more: phone 863-299-2672 or visit www.theatrewinterhaven.com.

Lake Wales Little theatre (teen theatre) presents “Let’s hang him and read the Will.” June 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 7:30pm, June 16 and 23 at 2pm. $10 for adults, $7 for 18 and under. Learn more: www.lwlt.org or phone 863-676-1266.

1theatre Winter haven Stage read presents “the Guys,” a play by Ann nelson. April 2 and 3 at 7:30pm in the ridge Art Gallery. Admission is $10. Learn more: www.theatrewinterhaven.com or phone 863-294-7469.

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Polk County serves up a variety of arts and cultural opportunities for less than the cost of a few lattes. Here are just a few possibilities to quench your cultural thirst for $10 or less.

Image provided by Theatre Winter Haven

Photo from “Jack and the Giant” by Thom Altman

Photo from PSC’s “Guys & Dolls” by Thom Altman

Image provided by Lake Wales Little Theatre


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the Lake Wales Museum and Cultural Center is popularly known as the Depot Museum. Admission is $2 for adults, $1 for children under 12. hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm and Saturday, 10am-4pm. Phone 863-676-5160 or email [email protected].

Admission to explorations v Children’s Museum in Lakeland is $7 for children and adults, $3.50 for seniors (65+). teachers and military with ID are free.Children under 2 and Museum members are free. hours: Monday-Saturday, 9am- 5:30pm. Learn more by phone 863-687-3869 or by visiting www.explorationsv.com.

Admission to Polk Museum of Art is $5 general, $4 seniors. Students, members and children age 5 and younger admitted free. hours: tues- Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm. the Museum is open for Free on Saturday mornings, 10am – noon. Special exhibits or events may have different admission fees or hours. Learn more: PolkMuseumofArt.org.

10the Polk theatre presents highly acclaimed independent films on many Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and on Sundays at 2pm. tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for seniors (60+) and students with ID, children 12 and under are $4. Learn more: www.polktheatre.org or call the entertainment line (863) 682-8227.

65the Florida Air Museum is Florida’s “official

Aviation Museum and education Center.” Admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors 55+ and active military, $6 students 8-12, children under 5 are free. hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday noon-4pm. Learn more at www.sun-n-fun.org.

Platform Art presents Pecha Kucha night Lakeland at 8:20pm on April 10 at Patio 850 in Lakeland. Admission is normally $5 per person, but is waived this time thanks to Patio 850’s sponsorship of this event. Learn more: www.platformart.org.

Image provided by Florida Air Museum at Sun ‘n Fun

Image provided by Lake Wales Depot Museum

Image provided by Polk Museum of Art

Photo at Pecha Kucha, Jan. 31, 2013 by Michael Maguire

Image provided by Explorations V Children’s Museum

Image provided by The Polk Theatre



Absolutely Priceless!Polk County has many arts and cultural activities that are yours to enjoy – for FREE!

Aesop’s Dinosaur FableBits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre

May 11, 7:30pmpresented by Lake Wales Arts

Council

863-680-4296www.flsouthern.edu/ffa

Annual Gallery ExhibitLakeland Art Guild

May 3-31Mon. - Fri., 9am-4pm

When school is in session

Opening ReceptionMay 3, 6pm

Melvin GalleryFlorida Southern College

863-680-4743www.flsouthern.edu

Gallery ExhibitStudent Art Competition

April 1 - 26Mon. - Thurs., 10am-2pm

Fine Arts GalleryPolk State College

Winter Haven Campus

863-297-1050www.polk.edu

Family Fun DayPolk County History Center

2nd Saturdays10am - Noon

Apr 13, May 11, Jun 8, Jul 13

863-534-4386www.polkcountymuseum.org

Music Dept. ConcertPolk State College

April 27 & 28, 2:30pm

Fine Arts TheatrePolk State College

Winter Haven Campus

863-297-1050www.polk.edu

Family Fun WorkshopPolk Museum of Art

1st Saturdays10:30am - Noon

Apr 6, May 4, Jun 1, Jul 6

863-688-5426www.polkcountymuseum.org

Gallery ExhibitSenior Studio Show

April 5 - 19Gallery Hours

Mon. - Fri., 9am-4pm

Melvin GalleryFlorida Southern College

Opening ReceptionApril 5, 7pm

863-680-4743www.flsouthern.edu

Diane Stahl & FriendsMusic Faculty Artist Series

April 2, 7:30pmAnnie MacGregor Jenkins

Recital HallFlorida Southern College

863-680-4296www.flsouthern.edu/ffa


Polk Museum of Art proudly presents the 42nd Annual MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12, 2013, on the shores of Lake Morton in downtown Lakeland. Admission is free.

Begun as a crafts fair on the lawn of the Lakeland Public Library, MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake has grown into one of Florida’s premier outdoor art festivals and among the Top 100 outdoor art festivals in the nation. Held on Mother’s Day weekend each year, Mayfaire is one of the largest and oldest outdoor art festivals in Central Florida. The event attracts about 65,000 visitors every year. Parking is free, as is a shuttle service to parking and around the lake.

The juried show features 185 artists displaying their jewelry, sculptures, paintings and more. Both days include a full slate of live entertainment, food and drink vendors, and a children’s area with a hands-on Children’s Art Tent appropriate for children of all abilities, a bounce house, rock-climbing wall and more.

Beginning at 5 p.m. May 11, Mayfaire Saturday Night moves the fun to the Lake Mirror Promenade for a free street dance party and fireworks display. In addition, about 1,200 athletes are expected to participate in the 34th Annual Mayfaire Classic 5K Road Race & Walk, sponsored by the Lakeland Runners Club. The race begins at 7 p.m. at Lake Mirror Center. Find more information at LakelandRunnersClub.com/Mayfaire.

During MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake, Polk Museum of Art admission is free to everyone. This year, the exhibition “C. Paul Jennewein: An Usher for a New American Style,” featuring works from the Tampa Museum of Art’s permanent collection, will be on view in the main galleries. The Museum Shop will be having a fabulous Mother’s Day sale, too!

MIDFLORIDAMayfaire by-the-LakeSet on Mother’s Day Weekend

Mayfaire 2012 photos by Gregory Mills courtesy of Polk Museum of Art.

MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-LakeMay 11 & 12 • 9am-4pm

Mayfaire Saturday NightMay 11 • 5-11pm

34th Annual Mayfaire Classic 5k Road Race & Walk

May 11 • 7pm


Are you a teenager with something to say but need a way to put it out there for the world to see?

Arts Ensemble wants you to express yourself!

Join resident artists from 6 to 10 p.m. on the last Friday of each month and tap into your inner creativity through a variety of fun and exciting art projects at the Teen Art Warehouse in the Eloise Resource Center, 710 Snively Ave.

“This is a safe, creative escape for teenagers,” said Jane Waters Thomas, executive director of the Arts Ensemble Education Foundation and Healing Arts Center. “It’s four hours of music, painting, drawing, singing, photography, and more!”

Budding recording artists have the opportunity to gain insight and experience in what it takes to record a piece of music.

Jose Viera, a 20-year-old musician and theology major at Southeastern University, takes teenagers through the steps in creating a CD of their own to take home.

“They can come and make beats – music, melodies, and a baseline. They can create any style,” Viera said.

Viera and about 14 of his friends will be on hand to help with lyric and music writing, creating beats, providing backup vocals, and recording songs.

Music is developed electronically with a keyboard and computer equipment. Styles range from country and rock to rap and hip hop.

“We can sit with you and literally create the sound for you,” he said.

For writers who wish to read and record short works, volunteers will help with that too.

Viera challenges teens to keep lyrics clean while reaching beneath the surface to find deeper meanings in their words.

“Come and create something,” he said. “We give you an environment where you can feel special and are free to express yourself.”

Waters said the monthly program will expand to meet the needs of local teens.

“We do this once a month to keep it fresh. We have many experienced artists who donate their time and talent to teach teens and young adults their favorite art,” Waters said.

As more teens discover Teen Art Warehouse, it will be available more often.

Viera knows first-hand just how important the arts are to teenagers who need a creative outlet.

“I came out of a situation where I wished people had reached out to me,” he said. “We are doing something to give back to the kids and keep them off the streets.”

For more information, call Jane Waters Thomas at 863-272-2258.

express yourself!

Photo of Jose Viera by Tony B.

Teen Art

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SummerCamps

Explorations V Children’s MuseumSuMMeR CAMP 2013Weekly themed sessions from June 10 through August 9. Full day (9am-5pm) pricing is $135/week members, $150/week non-members. Half day (9a-1p or 1-5p) pricing is $85/week members, $100/week non-members.

SuPeR HeRO SuMMeR CAMPFor ages 6-12. Focuses on weekly topics featuring the cultural arts, science, cooking and math and will include Super Hero themed activities, a freet t-shirt, museum exploration in Explorations V’s hands-on exhibits and high-energy outdoor play.

STORyBOOk CAMP 2013For ages 4-6. Focuses on kindergarten readiness and includes weekly themed enrichment activities based on featured stories by popular children’s authors.

Please visit www.explorations.com, call 863.687.3869 or email [email protected] for more information or to register.

Theatre Winter HavenSuMMeR MuSiCAL CAMP THeATReTWH Academy offers two musical theatre summer camps for ages 7-16, June 10 - 29, weekdays from 9am-4pm, plus performances. Ages 7-10 will perform Disney Cinderella Kids and ages 11-16 will perform Bugsy Malone.

DRAMASHOP & BACkSTAGe BASiCSLed by professionals, technically minded teens of ages 15-21 learn the basics of designing, building, painting, lighting and running the Camp Theatre productions.

Visit www.theatrewinterhaven.com or call 863.299.2672 for more information..

Lakeland Community TheatreWeek-LONG SuMMeR CAMPS AT LCT Always wanted to be cast in a Broadway show? From set design to curtain call, you’ll be involved in a production on our stage. Everyone is guaranteed a role!

The Magic in MeAges 7-12, June 24-28, 9am to 4pm. $250Performance Saturday, June 29

Recess!Ages 13-18, July 29-August 2, 9am to 4pm. $250Performance Saturday, August 3

BROADWAy DANCe MiNi-CAMPOur most popular camp! This 3-day camp offers dance training specifically for musical theatre. Learn routines to popular Broadway shows without any prior experience! Ages 6 & up. July 1, 2 & 3 from 9am to 4pm. $150.

Learn more: www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com, inquire by email to [email protected] or call 863.603.7529.

Florida Dance TheatreSuMMeR iNTeNSive PROGRAMSA variety programs are offered for ages 7 and up along with some open classes. Learn more: Visit www.floridadancetheatre.org, email [email protected] or call 863.802.0399.

SuMMeR 2013 iNTRO-iNTeNSiveA two week training experience for young dancers ages 7-11.Prerequisite: Two years of ballet training.Dates: June 24 - July 5, 2012 (closed July 4th).Times: Monday - Friday, 2 - 6pm

SuMMeR DANCe iNTeNSive - JuNiOR DiviSiONJune 10—29, Monday through Saturday 9am - 2pm. Intermediate Dancers ages 10 and up

SuMMeR DANCe iNTeNSive - SeNiOR DiviSiONJune 10—29, Monday - Saturday 10am - 8pm. Advanced & Pre-professional Dancers up to age 25 by audition. Please email [email protected] or call 863.802.0399 to schedule an audition.

Frostproof Art LeagueSTuDeNT ART CAMPAugust 12, 13 & 14. 9am-Noon for ages 6-10 and 1-4pm for ages 11-14. Theme: Cow Hunters and Citrus. For more information please call 863-635-7271.


Polk Museum of Art Summer Art CampThe Museum strives to give your child a feeling of success and accomplishment in their artistic abilities and to develop their love and appreciation for the arts. Summer Art Camp focuses on the basic instruction of Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Photography, etc., where students will gain inspiration from famous artists from the ages, artists currently displayed in the Museum’s galleries and emerging art trends. They will be taught skills using new and interesting techniques and quality materials to produce artwork. Discounts are available for multiple classes and for Museum members.

All classes are taught by certified art teachers and/or art professionals. All teachers and Museum staff are background-checked as per the Jessica Lunsford Act.

AGeS: Open to students who have completed 1st grade through 14 years old.

SeSSiON DATeSSession 1: June 10 – 21Session 2: June 24 - July 5 (no classes July 4th)Session 3: July 8 – 19Session 4: July 22 - August 2

CONTACT: For more information, please call 863.688.5423, or visit www.PolkMuseumofArt.org/education/camps.

Top left photo by Ottophocus courtesy of Lakeland Community Theatre. Bottom left photo courtesy of Explorations V Children’s Museum. Bottom right photo by Gregory Mills courtesy of Polk Museum of Art.

Florida Southern College Music Camps 2013

SuMMeR STRiNGS AT FSCOpen to students entering 6th – 12th grade in Fall 2013. Running from June 16 – 21, this day camp offers string students the opportunity to develop their playing skills in an atmosphere that is both challenging and fun. Students learn orchestral repertoire, attend theory/ear training classes, perform in small and large ensembles, work in supervised practice periods, attend master classes, and perform in a Final Concert on Friday, June 21, in beautiful Branscomb Auditorium.

Students should have at least one year of playing experience and their director’s or private teacher’s signature. Tuition for “Summer Strings” will be $295 (day program only) and includes lunch, Monday through Friday, all camp activities, and a camp T-shirt.

Register online at www.flsouthern.edu/music - Summer Strings link or contact [email protected]. Deadline: May 24, 2013.

FLORiDA SOuTHeRN COLLeGe BAND CAMPThis annual camp runs from June 23 – 28 and is open to students entering grades 7 – 12 in Fall 2013. Offering day camper and residential camper options, this music camp is well known for its experienced and caring staff, artist-level teachers, and dynamic conductors. Students will perform in small and large ensembles, attend special music interest classes, work with faculty-artist teachers in master classes, and perform in a Final Concert on Friday, June 28, in FSC’s Branscomb Auditorium.

Students must have at least one year of playing experience and their director’s signature. Tuition for Day campers is $310 and includes lunch, Monday through Friday, all camp activities (including evening) and a camp T-shirt. Resident campers will pay $435 for everything, including housing and all meals.

Register online at www.flsouthern.edu/music - Summer Band Camp link or contact [email protected]. Deadline: May 31, 2013.


Top: Dave Brubeck (Dec. 6, 1920 - Dec. 5, 2012). Bottom Left: Ansel Adams (Feb. 20, 1902 - Apr. 22, 1984). Bottom Right: Dave Brubeck & Chris Brubeck (Mar. 19, 1952 - )


The ISO’s April concert “Coming Home” will feature an original composition by one of the premier jazz and classical father-son duos in the world set to a backdrop of images of one of the most famous nature photographers of all time. “Ansel Adams: America” is a tribute to the love of the west shared by both Dave and photographer Ansel Adams. Both men persuaded the world to accept new forms of art by reinventing their respective mediums.

The one movement piece fully integrates sweeping melodies with 102 striking images of or by Ansel projected on a giant screen behind the orchestra as they play.

“We got a book of 400 photographs of Ansel Adams. We’d look at the photos and try to think about the music that would go with the photograph-- Half Dome in Yosemite, Merced River, Great Falls coming down, Quiet Meadows. I didn’t stop writing for one month, mostly at night... (Adams) loved Bach and Chopin, so I’ve incorporated Chopin-esque kind of piano playing and Bach kind of piano playing into the piece. And it’s a tug of war between the camera and the piano that I’m trying to depict.”

Many people don’t know that prior to Adams becoming a photographer he actually studied to become a concert pianist. His friends begged him not to pursue photography actually telling him that photography wasn’t an art and that the camera could not express the human soul like music.

The end result is a piece that fills the senses while evoking nostalgia and hope. As majestic images of Half Dome and Horsetail Falls fade in and out on a giant screen, the music builds and then melts to mirror the majesty of a church or echoes the southwestern style as a mission takes the screen. The effect is both inspiring and humbling.

Unfortunately Dave Brubeck passed away hours before the world learned that “Ansel Adams: America” received a 2013 Grammy nomination for Best Instrumental Composition. Brubeck was a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner and Library of Congress Living Legend for his innovative classical and jazz work, including the creation of the jazz standard Take Five. His son Chris, is a multi-instrumentalist and the leader of the Brubeck Brothers Quartet.

“Ansel Adams: America” has been played to sold out theaters across the country and is credited for exposing new audiences to the possibilities of classical music. For tickets visit imperialsymphony.org or call 863.688.3743.

May 3Pops by the Lake

“Symphonic Rock”Join the Imperial Symphony Orchestra under the stars on the Lake Mirror Promenade for a free outdoor pops concert on Friday, May 3rd. The ISO will dazzle the audience with their performance “Symphonic Rock” featuring hits from Journey, Billy Joel, Neil Diamond, Michael Jackson and Lady Ga Ga. This performance is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Audience members are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and pack a picnic. This performance is a family-friendly event. Admission is free. Concert begins at 8:00 PM.

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Classes/Workshops

Bartow Art GuildWeekly Art ClassesWatercolor classes and children’s art classes take place at the Bartow Art Guild Building, 1240 E. Main St. in Bartow. The schedule for the coming months is as follows:

Children’s Art Class - Kappy Williams teaches Children’s Art for ages 7-14 on Tuesday from 3-6pm. Contact Kappy at 533-2600 for information and to register.

Watercolor Class - Martha Post teaches beginning and advanced watercolor on Thursday from 9:30am-12 noon. Contact Martha at 533-2884 for information.

Frostproof Art LeagueWeekly Art ClassesThe Frostproof Art League hosts classes in the Art League Gallery at 12 E. Wall Street in Frostproof. The schedule for April follows:

Painting with Instructor Pat Bowen - Mondays from 9am-Noon and Tuesdays from 5:30-8:30pm. Bring your subject and media of choice. Members $10, nonmember $12. For more information call 863-635-7271.

“Wet Paint” - Thursdays from 1:00-2:30pm. Art instruction for adults with physical or mental challenges. Free program with instructor Jenny Grenke. Call 863-635-7271 for more information.

After School Art Program - Thursdays from 3:30-4:45pm. Free program with instructors Sandy McKinnon and Jenny Grenke. Call 863-635-7271 for more information about this program.

Pictured above are Joseph Davenport and Edmund Finnegan, two men who participate in the Frostproof Art League’s “Wet Paint” series of lessons, with their Radical Designs.Photos at left, top and middle are Radical Designs from the After School Art Program.


Paul Jennewein:An Usher for a New American StyleApril 27 - July 20, 2013

The work of C. Paul Jennewein, a highly regarded American architectural sculptor of the mid-20th century, will be the subject of a new exhibition at Polk Museum of Art. The show, which features pieces from the Tampa Museum of Art’s permanent collection, will run April 27 through July 20.

Jennewein (1890-1978) immigrated to the United States from Germany in 1907 and within four years of his arrival began receiving important national and international art commissions that drew upon his skills as an ornamental sculptor and as a painter. He is widely recognized for introducing the Art Deco style into American architecture. Following Jennewein’s death, more than 2,000 works from his studio were donated to the Tampa Bay Art Center (now Tampa Museum of Art) by his family.

Jennewein studied sculpture at the Art Students League in New York and won a three-year scholarship to study at the American Academy in Rome in 1916. The artist drew heavily from the art he studied during his four years in Italy, particularly mythological subject matter and the classical Greco-Roman tradition. Among Jennewein’s accomplishments are the pedimental sculptures at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, an installation on the façade of the British Empire Building at Rockefeller Center, New York, two statues at the Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice Building in Washington, D.C., and two relief panels installed inside the White House.

The exhibition will be celebrated at a reception from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 26, at the Museum. The event, which is free for members and $10 for guests, will feature light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar beginning at 7 p.m.

800 East Palmetto St. • Lakeland, FL 33801863.688.7743 • Fax 863.688.2611 • PolkMuseumofArt.org

MUSEUM HoursTues - Sat 10am - 5pm, Sun 1-5pm.

The Museum is closed tothe public on Mondays &

major holidays.

MUSEUM Admission$5 General, $4 Seniors,

Students Admitted FREE.Members and Children age 5and Younger Admitted FREE.

*Special exhibitions orevents may have different

admission fees or hours.

C. Paul Jennewein, “Over the Waves,” 1927, bronze, Tampa Museum of Art, bequest of C. Paul Jennewein, 1983.300.023.

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Events

Polk CountyHistory Center

The Polk County History Center, located at 100 East Main Street in Bartow, is home to the historical museum and genealogical library. The Center is open Tuesday through Friday, 9am to 5pm and Saturday, 9am to 3pm. Admission is free. For more information about our programs, call Myrtice Young at (863) 534-4386 or visit the Polk County History Center on the web at

www.polkcountymuseum.org

Family Fun Days - A free event for children and their families to participate together in an arts and crafts activity while learning about Polk County history. Family Fun Days take place on the second Saturday of each month from 10am-Noon. Each month has a different themed activity.

April 13: Native Americans

May 11: Agriculture

June 8: Father’s Day

July 13: American Adventure

Lunch & Learn Series - Bring your brown bag lunch to free lecture series on the third Tuesday of each month. Lectures begin at 12:15pm and last 30-45 minutes.

April 16: Manatee Insanity with Craig Pitman*

May 11: Sunshine Tourism with Tracy Revels

June 8: Florida Foodways with Andy Huse

July 13: Native Americans in Florida with Dan Murphree

* Subject to change

ExhibitsSpanish Pathways: Through June 29

Bartow Art Guild Dimensions Exhibit: Through April 27

Imperial Bone Valley Gem, Mineral &Fossil Club Exhibit: May 21 - August 2

Dept. of Ag’s 500 Years of Agriculture: May 3 - June 14

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Like most people coming of age at 21, Platform Art plans to celebrate its 10th Anniversary and make its 21st Party (or Art Party 21) the one to really remember.

Scheduled for Saturday, April 20 from 7 to 11 p.m., Art Party 21 will feature emerging talent in visual arts, film, fashion, sound and performance in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Food, wine and beer will be available for purchase. In addition, as a coming of age party Platform Art will celebrate those artists who began as emerging artists and who's work have “come of age”.

“Art Party 21 is an opportunity for any one – art lovers and novices alike – to experience art in a variety of formats,” says Cynthia J. Haffey, executive director of Platform Art, which is celebrating its 10th Anniversary this year. “In one area, you may see sculptures, while in another interpretive dance, and still another a short film. It is a very high energy event and there’s something for everyone.”

Started as a showcase for new artists in a variety of genres, Art Party and its parent organization, Platform Art, is designed to cultivate an understanding and appreciation of art in its many forms. Two parties are held each year, in the spring and fall. Platform Art also hosts events for children once a year (kids.5) , but Art Party 21 is true to its name – designed for adults 21 and over.

“It’s more of a fun date night for mom and dad than a family outing,” explains Haffey.

Most Art Party events showcase only new, emerging talent, but Art Party 21 will feature artists from throughout Florida who began exhibiting with the organization and have gone on to achieve professional success. These artists include Trent Manning (Winter Haven), Samantha Churchill (Bradenton), James Lasley (Gainesville) and Tony Savoie (Orlando).

In total, Platform Art has profiled more than 300 artists; 200 independent films; 50 salons, studios and clothiers; countless jazz, reggae, fusion, Latin, Gospel, folk, indie, R&B, pop, classical, blues and soul musicians; as well as dance, speed painting, spoken word and cabaret performances.

Discount tickets for the 10th Anniversary celebration, Art Party 21 are available for $10 per person at www.platformart.org. Tickets are $20 per person on the day of the event. Members of Platform Art enjoy a variety of added benefits, including an open bar and special VIP area at the event. All proceeds go to supporting Platform Art, a not-for-profit organization committed to cultivating an understanding and appreciation of art in its many forms.

Based in Lakeland, Fla., Platform Art is now the largest visual and multi-genre event in Polk County, providing adults and children access to art and artists in a social and interactive environment. For more information, please visit www.platformart.org.

Photo courtesy of Platform Art.

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Guest choreographers April Ross and Nova Jay are a dynamic duo who are sharing their talent, originality, and love of dance with the dancers of Florida Dance Arts. Not only do they work as guest choreographers for Florida Dance Arts and other organizations all over Florida but they are full time faculty at Highland School of Dance teaching Jazz and Hip-Hop and in high demand as professional dancers. Most recently you can see them performing with top artists at the 2013 Premio Lo Nuestro (also known as the Latin Grammys) and April can be found performing with The Knockouts under direction of Emmy nominated choreographer Glenn Douglas Packard.

April Michelle Ross, a Lakeland native and former student of Highland School of Dance, is a dancer, model, and makeup artist. She is formally trained in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical, modern, and hip hop. Directly after graduating high school she was chosen as an NBA Orlando Magic Dancer. Not only did she kill the court floor with her dance moves but she also has performed for the Maxim Magazine Super Bowl Party, Fantashique, Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy, Nike, Goldwell Hair, Verizon, and the Outback Bowl Party just to name a few. April not only demands a stage but also a camera, she can be caught doing film work such as Papa Johns, Dillard’s, and Party City commercials. Print work as a model includes Capezio, Champion Sports Wear, RedBull, Nike, and Miami billboards for up and coming artist Renegade Foxx.

Multitalented Kevin Jaquez aka Nova Jay was born and raised in Queens, New York. With much hard work and dedication he has been privileged to share the stage touring with OutKast, Sean Paul, and Nina Sky. Nova Jay has also appeared on BET’s 106&Park, ESPN, Regis & Kelly Show, The Maury Show, Good Day Tampa Bay News, MTV’s Total Request Live, Music Awards, Becoming Presents Wannabe’s, Made, and was on the first and original season of America’s Best Dance Crew with Enigma from Tampa, Florida. Nova Jay has also graced his presence in the well known music videos, OutKast “.B.O.B,” Sean Paul “Just Give Me The Light,” Bennie Man “King of the Dance Hall,” and Nina Sky “Move Your Body.”

Florida Dance Arts guiding premise is to elevate the artistic development of dance students and provide accessible and affordable cultural experiences to all segments of central Florida communities because broadening cultural awareness raises our collective quality of life. For information contact Florida Dance Arts at 863-221-8181 or visit our website www.floridadancearts.com.

Photo by Demario Henry

Artist Spotlight

Florida Dance Artswww.floridadancearts.com • 863-221-8181

Dynamic Duo: April Ross& Nova Jay


F R A N K L L O Y D W R I G H T ’ SF L O R I D A S O U T H E R N C O L L E G E

National Historic Landmark

Visitor Center and Gift Shop Hours

Daily: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

and New Year’s Day.

Guided tours and Wright-inspired gifts and decorative items for all occasions.

Book your individual or group tour today!

863.680.4597 or 863.680.4444 (after hours)www.flsouthern.edu/fllwctr

The World’s Largest Single-Site Collection ofFrank Lloyd Wright Architecture

111 Lake Hollingsworth DriveLakeland, Florida 33801-5698

Lois Cowles Harrison Center for the Visual and Performing Arts750 Hollingsworth Rd, Lakeland FL 33801 • 863.499.2855 • www.harrisonarts.com

Motion Picture Arts Film FestivalAPril 26 & 27 @ 7:30PM • HArrison scHool For tHe Arts

Harrison student films have been selected for honors in the 2012 and 2013 Gasparilla Film Festival, the 2012 AMC Theatres Kansas City Film Fest Script Writing Competition, the 2012 Vegas Cinefest Short Film Category, the 2012 Santa Monica Teen Film Festival, and the 2011 and 2012 Digital Media Challenge of the Florida Alliance for Arts and Education.


Florida Outdoor Sculpture Competitionto Show Works in Two Cities

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Polk Museum of Art and the Cities of Winter Haven and Lakeland are pleased to announce the selection of 20 new sculptures that will be displayed in downtown parks as part of the 13th Annual Florida Outdoor Sculpture Competition. The sculptures will be installed throughout March and public celebrations are planned for both cities.

“We value our longstanding partnership with both cities and are especially delighted to welcome the City of Lakeland back to the competition,” said Claire Orologas, executive director at the Museum. “The presence of public art is an asset to any community, and these dynamic sculptures certainly will contribute to the vibrancy and beauty of our downtown areas.”

In Winter Haven, 10 winning sculptures will be installed in the Central Park area for the eighth consecutive year. The exhibition will be celebrated, and Winter Haven show winners announced, at the annual Central Park Stroll from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9. The Stroll is free and open to the public; attendees will be invited to vote on a People’s Choice winner that evening, also.

In Lakeland, 10 winning sculptures will be installed along Lemon Street, where FLOSC winners were displayed between 2001 and 2007. The exhibition will be celebrated, and Lakeland winners announced, at a celebration later this spring.

Every year, sculptures are selected by a committee of community members and Museum staff for the Florida Outdoor Sculpture Competition. Those sculptures are displayed for a year. An independent judge selects the Best of Show, Second Place and Honorable Mention awards, which are announced at the public celebrations planned by the cities.

The 10 artists, their hometowns and works selected to be displayed in Winter Haven are: Mike Baur, West Chicago, Ill., Immigrant, 1998, steel and concrete, 10 ft. by 12 ft.

by 30 ft. Jeff Brewer, Nacogdoches, Texas, Tree, 2011, steel and bronze, 72 in. by 36 in. by

36 in.Mindy Colton, Orlando, Fla., Renewal, 2011, marine grade aluminum, 12 ft. tall.Robert Cordisco, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., Mojo, 2011, painted aluminum, 85 in.

by 39 in. by 37 in.PM Goulding, Farmington, Ga., Paper Airplanes, 2005, steel, 2 ft. by 5 ft. by 6 ft.C.R. Gray, Hiram, Maine, c-ROCK-odile, 2012, fieldstones and steel (stones epoxied

together), 2 ft. by 5 ft. by 15 ft. Hanna Jubran, Grimesland, N.C., Mountain landscape, undated, steel and paint,

14 ft. by 8 ft. by 26 in.Doug Makemson, Commerce, Ga., MotoGazelle, 2012, steel and chrome

(motorcycle), 7 ft. by 2 ft. by 6 ft., 5 in. Adam Walls, Laurinburg, N.C., Faith, 2012, painted steel, 10 ft. by 3 ft. by 3 ft.Ben Woitena, Houston, Texas, Echo, 2011, painted steel, 9.33 ft. by 18.6 ft. by 1.5 ft.

The 10 artists, their hometowns and works selected to be displayed in Lakeland are: Mike Baur, West Chicago, Ill., Furrow, 2009, steel and concrete, 11 ft., 5 in. by 6 ft.,

1 in. by 17 ft. Jeff Brewer, Nacogdoches, Texas, Bunny, 2010, steel, 132 in. by 40 in. by 40 in.Robert Cordisco, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., Paradox, 2011, stainless steel, 86 in. by

28 in. by 30 in.PM Goulding, Farmington, Ga., ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS, 2009, granite, steel and

cast iron, 5 ft. by 5 ft. by 3 ft.Hanna Jubran, Grimesland, N.C., Opposing Forces, steel and paint, 14 ft. by 5 ft.

by 6 ft.Cecelia Lueza, St. Petersburg, Fla., Diversity II, 2011, paint, stainless steel and

epoxy. Three pieces: 76 in. by 22.5 in. by 2 in.; 79.5 in. by 22 in. by 2 in.; and 87 in. by 21.5 in. by 2 in.

Chris Scala, Orlando, Fla., x-ray camper, 2010, steel and steel mesh, 12 ft. by 6 ft. by 6 ft.

Adam Walls, Laurinburg, N.C., The Ball & the Red Staircase, 2011, painted stainless steel, 11 ft. by 2 ft. by 3 ft.

Charles Wells, Ellaville, Ga., Super Committee, 2011, mild and stainless steel, 15 ft. by 10 ft. by 11 ft.

Ben Woitena, Houston, Texas, Mandatory Dogs, 2005, steel, aluminum and granite, 10 ft. by 7 ft. by 2 ft.


Listings are subject to change.

Cultural Arts Calendar

CURRENTLY ON EXHIBIT

Through April 4: Art in the Gardens - The Olmsted’s Dream by Beryl Brenner. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. www.boktowergardens.org or 863-676-1408.

Through April 12: “Dynamics” - Visual Arts Exhibtion. Reception: March 1 at 6pm. Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

Through April 13: “No Ordinary Days.” Exhibition of works by Maggie Taylor. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

Through April 13: “Coincidence.” Exhibition of works by Louviere+Vanessa. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

Through April 26: Dimensions 2013. Bartow Art Guild invitational art show on exhibit in the Polk County History Center, Bartow. Visit www.bartowartguild.com or 863-534-4386.

Through April 2013: Aviation Exhibition. Ridge Art Assoc. & City of Winter Haven present artist interpretations of flight. Winter Haven Municipal Airport. Free. Visit www.ridgeart.org or phone 863-291-5661.

Through June 29: Spanish Pathways. Polk County History Center, Bartow. www.polkcountymuseum.org or 863-534-4386.

Through June 2013: My Winter Haven, Faces & Places. A City of Winter Haven & Ridge Art Association collaborative exhibit at Winter Haven City Hall. Free. Visit www.ridgeart.org or phone 863-291-5661.

APRIL

April 1-20: Spring Forward Show. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org or 863-680-8727.

April 1-26: Student Art Competition. Mon-Thur, 10am-2pm. Free. Polk State College, WH Fine Arts Gallery, 863-297-1050.

April 2: “Diane Stahl and Friends.” 7:30pm. Music Faculty Artist Series, Annie MacGregor Jenkins Recital Hall, Florida Southern College, Lakeland. 863-680-4296 or www.flsouthern.edu/ffa.

April 2-3: “The Guys” Stage Read Series. 7:30pm. A Theatre Winter Haven event held in Ridge Art Gallery, WH. Tickets phone 863-294-7469, the Box Office or www.theatrewinterhaven.com.

Small Possible Worlds, by Maggie Taylor

www.theatrewinterhaven.com • 863-294-7469

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April 3: Hair. 7:30pm. Youkey Theatre, The Lakeland Center. www.thelakelandcenter.com or 863-834-8111.

April 4: String Ensemble Concert. 7:30pm. Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

April 4-7: Love’s Labour’s Lost. Thursday-Saturday, 7:30pm; Saturday-Sunday 2:30pm. Southeastern University at Lakeland Community Theatre, www.seu.edu/calendar/arts.php; 863-667-5000.

April 4-7: “The Boys Next Door.” FSC Theatre. Festival of Fine Arts, Buckner Theatre, Florida Southern College, Lakeland. 863-680-4296 or www.flsouthern.edu/ffa.

April 5-19: “Senior Studio Show.” Opening reception: Friday, April 5, 7pm. M-F, 9am-4pm when school is in session. Melvin Gallery, Florida Southern College. Free. 863-680-4743.

April 5: Spring Forward Show People’s Choice. 6-8pm. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org or 863-680-8727.

April 5: “Texas Gypsies,” 7:30pm, Polk State College, Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. 863-297-1050.

April 6-June 6: Art in the Gardens - Connections by Karen Carasik. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. 863-676-1408 or www.boktowergardens.org.

April 6: Family Fun Workshop. 10:30am-Noon. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

April 6: Murder Mystery Dinner - “Lurking Down the Bunny Trail.” 6pm. Ramon Theatre, Frostproof. 863-635-7772 or visit www.ramontheater.com.

April 7: “This is Not Photography,” A Lynda.com documentary on Maggie Taylor and Jerry Uelsmann will be screened at 2pm at Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. Free with regular admission. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

April 7: Live at the Gardens featuring Vladimir Svoysky. 5pm. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. Reservations required. Visit www.boktowergardens.org or phone 863-676-1408.

April 9: Annual Scholarship Winners Recital, Part I. 10:30am program. Lunch at Noon. Tuesday Music Club, Lakeland. Lunch reservation 863-853-3598. Learn more www.musicclublakeland.org.

April 9: Masterworks Concert “Coming Home” featuring Dave and Chris Brubeck’s “Ansel Adams: America.” 7:30pm. Imperial Symphony Orchestra. Youkey Theatre, The Lakeland Center. 863-688-3743 or imperialsymphony.org.

April 9-14: SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo. Lakeland. www.sun-n-fun.org.

April 10-14 & 18-21: “All Shook Up,” 7:30pm/2:30pm, Polk State College, Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, 863-297-1050.

April 10: Pecha Kucha Night Lakeland Volume 8. 8:20pm. Patio 850, Lakeland. To learn more visit www.platformart.org, www.pechakucha.org/cities/lakeland, or email [email protected].

April 11-14: “Our Town.” Friday-Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2pm. In the Black Box Theatre at Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

April 11-28: “The 39 Steps” (Comedy). Friday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday, 2:30pm. Theatre Winter Haven. 863-294-7469 or www.theatrewinterhaven.com.

April 11-28: Miniture Exhibition. Ridge Art Association Gallery, Winter Haven. Phone 863-291-5661 or www.ridgeart.org.

April 12: Spring Forward Show Awards Reception. 6-8:30pm. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org.

April 12: “A Celebration of Winds and Percussion.” FSC Wind Band. 7:30pm. Festival of Fine Arts, Branscomb Auditorium, Florida Southern College, Lakeland. www.flsouthern.edu/ffa.

April 12: Orchestra Concert. 7:30pm. Bush Chapel, Southeastern University. www.seu.edu/calendar/arts.php.

April 12: National finger-picking guitar Champion Muriel Anderson on Guitar & Harp Guitar. 7:30pm. Lakeside Music Room, Winter Haven. Email [email protected]; 863-293-1510.

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April 12-21: “Nobody’s Perfect” by Simon Williams. Acclaimed as a classic feel good romantic comedy. Haines City Community Theatre. 863-421-1893 or www.hainescitytheatre.com.

April 13: “Creative Youth: 15th Congressional District Competition” student exhibition opens with reception at 11am. FREE. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

April 13: Live at the Gardens featuring Robert Phillips’ Spanish Guitar. 7:30pm. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. Reservations required. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.

April 13: Opening Reception - Miniture Exhibition. 6:30-8:30pm. Ridge Art Gallery, Winter Haven. www.ridgeart.org.

April 13: Murder Mystery Dinner - “Evil on the Beach.” 6:30pm. Ritz Theatre, Winter Haven. Tickets and information email [email protected] or phone 863-295-9900.

April 14: Harmonious Fare - Seafarer’s Delight. 7pm. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. Reservations required. 863-676-1408 or www.boktowergardens.org.

April 15: Southeastern University Choral Concert. 7:30pm. First Presbyterian Church, Lakeland. www.seu.edu/calendar/arts.php.

April 15: Bartow Art Guild Student Showcase/Meeting. 7pm.. Bartow High School. Visit www.bartowartguild.com.

April 15: “The Magic of Mozart.” FSC Concert Choir. 7:30pm. Festival of Fine Arts, Branscomb Auditorium, Florida Southern College, Lakeland. 863-680-4296 or www.flsouthern.edu/ffa.

April 17 & 18: Student Art Show Submissions accepted. 2-4pm. Frostproof Art League & Gallery. Phone 863-635-7271.

April 17: Spring Fashion Show. 6:30-9pm. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

April 18: Contemporary Band Concert. 7:30pm. Bush Chapel, Southeastern University. www.seu.edu/calendar/arts.php.

April 19-26: Annual Student Art Show. Frostproof Art League & Gallery. People’s Choice Voting on April 22. Student Art Show awards reception April 23 from 7-8:30pm. 863-635-7271.

April 19: “Symphony to the Fore.” FSC Symphony Orchestra. 7:30pm. Festival of Fine Arts, Branscomb Auditorium, Florida Southern College, Lakeland. 863-680-4296 or www.flsouthern.edu/ffa.

An Ansel Adams inspired image provided courtesy of imperial Symphony Orchestra.

imperialSymphony.org • 863-688-3743

“Coming Home”The imperial Symphony Orchestra at The Lakeland CenterApril 9th at 7:30pm

Photo by Thom Altman of Cheyenne Grantham from Theatre Winter Haven’s production of “Fox on the Fairway “


April 19-20: APO Theatre Festival. Southeastern University. Call for details 863-667-5000; www.seu.edu/calendar/arts.php.

April 19-28: “Boeing, Boeing.” A high flying hilarious sexy farce that relies on split-second timing and broad comedy. Visit www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com or call 863-603-7529.

April 20: Children’s Festival. 10am-3pm. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869 or ExplorationsV.com.

April 20: Family Fun Workshop at Bruton Memorial Library, Plant City.10:30am-Noon. Visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

April 20: Art Party #21: This is Now. Platform Art 10th Anniversary Celebration. 7-11pm at Wall Foss Financial, Lakeland. www.platformart.org, [email protected] or 863-838-2262.

April 20: Innovations Dance. 2pm & 8pm. Florida Dance Theatre Company Performance at The Polk Theatre, Lakeland. 863-802-0399 or visit www.floridadancetheatre.org.

April 23: Spring Guitar Concert. 7:30pm. Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

April 25: Wind Ensemble Concert. 7:30pm. Bush Chapel, Southeastern University. www.seu.edu/calendar/arts.php.

April 26: Exhibition Reception for “C. Paul Jennewein: An Usher for a New American Style.” 6-8:30pm. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. Learn more: PolkMuseumofArt.org.

April 26-27: Motion Picture Arts Film Festival. 7:30pm. In the film theatre at Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. To learn more visit www.harrisonarts.com or phone 863-499-2855.

April 26-May25: 20-Something Show. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org or 863-680-8727.

April 26-June 7: “Elephant in the Room,” Visual Arts Exhibition. Reception: April 26, 6pm. Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

April 27-July 20: “C. Paul Jennewein: An Usher for a New American Style.” on view at Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

April 27: Concert Under the Stars. 7pm. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. www.boktowergardens.org or 863-676-1408.

April 27 & 28: Polk State College Music Dept. Concert. 2:30pm. Free. Polk State College, Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre, 297-1010 x 5277.

April 28: “Cookie Concert.” Imperial Symphony Orchestra at The Lakeland Center. 863-688-3743 or imperialsymphony.org.

MAY

May 2: Earth Day Celebration. 9am-noon. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.

May 3: 20-Something Show People’s Choice. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org or 863-680-8727.

May 3: “Pops by the Lake.” 8pm. Imperial Symphony Orchestra at Lake Mirror Amphitheatre & Promenade, Lakeland. 863-688-3743 or visit imperialsymphony.org.

May 3-4: Spring Dance Concert. 7:30pm. Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

May 3-31: “Annual Lakeland Art Guild Exhibition.” Opening reception: Friday, May 3, 6pm. M-F, 9am-4pm when school is in session. Melvin Gallery, Florida Southern College. Free. 863-680-4743.

May 4: Cinco de Mayo Celebration. 10am-1pm. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869 or ExplorationsV.com

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May 4: Family Fun Workshop. 10:30am-Noon. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

May 4: Great Garden Speakers - Workshop with Debra Prinzing. 10am “Green Floral Arrangements” and 7pm “The 50-mile Bouquet.” Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. Reservations required. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.

May 4: Celebrate Dance Festival. 7pm. A celebration of National Dance Week© that culminates in a dance performance at Lake Mirror Promenade, Lakeland that is free to the public. Learn more at www.floridadancetheatre.org or call 863-802-0399.

May 5: Harrison Symphony performs for Winter Haven Symphony Guild’s Young People’s Concert. 3pm. Free. Polk State College, Winter Haven Fine Arts Theatre. 863-297-1050.

May 8: 20-Something Show Awards Reception. 6:30-8pm. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org.

May 9: Central Park Stroll celebrating the Florida Outdoor Sculpture Competition, in downtown Winter Haven. 5:30-7:30pm. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

May 9:Harrison Symphony Concert. 7:30pm. Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

May 10: National Public Gardens Day. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.

May 11: Mother’s Day Tea. 10:30am. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869 or ExplorationsV.com.

May 11-12: MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake. 9am-4pm. Join Polk Museum of Art for this Mother’s Day weekend tradition around Lake Morton, Lakeland. PolkMuseumofArt.org.

May 11-12: Over 55 Show Band Performance. 2pm, Polk State College Fine Arts Theatre, 863-297-1050.

May 11: Murder Mystery Dinner - “Death on Them Thar Hills.” 6:30pm. Ritz Theatre, Winter Haven. Tickets and information email [email protected] or phone 863-295-9900.

May 11: Mayfaire Saturday Night presented by Polk Museum of Art around Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland. 5-11pm. Learn more: 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

May 12: Mother’s Day Carillon Concerts. 1pm and 3pm. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. Visit www.boktowergardens.org or phone 863-676-1408.

May 14: Annual Scholarship Winners Recital, Part II. 10:30am program. Lunch at Noon. Tuesday Music Club, Lakeland. Lunch reservation 863-853-3598. www.musicclublakeland.org.

May 16: Spring Choral Concert. 7:30pm. Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

May 17-19: “The Little Mermaid” - Theatre Winter Haven Academy production. Theatre Winter Haven. 863-294-7469 or www.theatrewinterhaven.com.

May 18: Armed Forces Day Carillon Concerts. 1pm and 3pm. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. For more information visit www.boktowergardens.org or phone 863-676-1408.

May 23: Jazz Band Concert. 7:30pm. Harrison School for the Arts, Lakeland. www.harrisonarts.com or 863-499-2855.

May 24-25: “God of Carnage.” Winner of three Tony Awards including Best Play. Intended for Mature Audiences. The Edge Stage Read series, Lakeland Community Theatre. 863-603-7529 or www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com.

May 25: Carillon Classic 5K Run. 7:30am. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. www.boktowergardens.org or 863-676-1408.

May 27: Memorial Day Carillon Concerts. 1pm and 3pm. Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales. Visit www.boktowergardens.org or phone 863-676-1408.

Stephanie Coatney and Mark Hartfield in Theatre Winter Haven’s production of “9 to 5.” Photo by Thom Altman.


JUNE

June 1: Family Fun Workshop. 10:30am-Noon. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743 or visit PolkMuseumofArt.org.

June 1-July 6: Photography & Sculpture Show. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org or 863-680-8727.

June 7: Photography & Sculpture Show People’s Choice. 6-8pm. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org.

June 10-August 9: Weekly Themed Summer Camps 2013. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. Information visit ExplorationsV.com or call 863-687-3869.

June 10-21: Summer Art Camp Session 1. Open to students who have completed 1st grade through 14 years old. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. www.PolkMuseumofArt.org/education/camps.

June 10-29: Summer Dance Intensive - Junior & Senior Divisions. Florida Dance Theatre, Lakeland. 863-802-0399 or visit www.floridadancetheatre.org.

June 10-29: “Disney Cinderella Kids.” TWH Academy Summer Camp for ages 7-10. 9am-4pm weekdays with camp performance on Saturday, June 29. www.theatrewinterhaven.com or 863-299-2672.

June 10-29: “Bugsy Malone Jr.” TWH Academy Summer Camp for ages 7-10. 9am-4pm weekdays with camp performance on Saturday, June 29. Visit www.theatrewinterhaven.com.

June 10-29: Drmashop & Backstage Basics. TWH Academy summer program for ages 15-21. www.theatrewinterhaven.com or call 863-299-7672.

June 14: Photography & Sculpture Awards Reception. 6:30-8pm. Arts on the Park, Lakeland. www.artsonthepark.org.

June 14-16: “Disney’s The Aristocats.” Eunice Fuller Theatre for Youth at Lakeland Community Theatre. 863-603-7529 or www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com.

June 21-22: “Sordid Lives.” A Black Comedy about White Trash on the Edge Stage Read Series. Intended for Mature Audiences. Lakeland Community Theatre. Learn more - visit www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com or phone 863-603-7529.

June 24-28: “The Magic in Me.” Summer camp at Lakeland Community Theatre for ages 7-12. 9am-4pm. Camp performance is Saturday, June 29. www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com or phone 863-603-7529.

June 24-July 5: Summer Intro-Intensive. For dancers of ages 7-11 with at least two years of ballet. Monday-Friday from 2-6pm. No class on July 4. Florida Dance Theatre, Lakeland. Phone 863-802-0399 or visit www.floridadancetheatre.org.

June 24-July 5: Summer Art Camp Session 2. Open to students who have completed 1st grade through age 14. No class on July 4. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-5423 or visit www.PolkMuseumofArt.org/education/camps

JULY

July 1, 2 & 3: “Broadway Dance Mini-Camp.” A 3-day camp from 9am-4pm that offers dance training specifically for musical theatre for ages 6 and up. For more information call 863-603-7529 or visit www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com.

July 8-19: Summer Art Camp Session 3. Open to students who have completed 1st grade through 14 years old. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. www.PolkMuseumofArt.org/education/camps or phone 863-688-5423.

July 19-28: “AIDA.” Elton John and Tim Rice’s musical take on a grand classic tale of the timeless love. Lakeland Community Theatre. 863-603-7529 or www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com.

July 20-August 5: “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Summer Mummers production of Theatre Winter Haven. 863-294-7469 or www.theatrewinterhaven.com.

July 22-August 2: Summer Art Camp Session 4. Open to students who have completed 1st grade through 14 years old. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. Learn more by phone 863-688-5423 or visit www.PolkMuseumofArt.org/education/camps.

July 29-August 2: “Recess!” A week-long summer camp at Lakeland Community Theatre for ages 13-18 from 9am-4pm. Camp performance is on Saturday, August 3. Learn more: visit www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com or phone 863-603-7529.

Photo by Thom Altman from Polk State College production of “Anna in the Tropics.”


Celebrate Dance FestivalMay 4 at 7pm: Free public performance at Lake Mirror Promenade

Florida Dance Theatre is offering an opportunity to unite area dance students from public school dance programs and area dance studios to celebrate National Dance Week©. The program, held May 2 through 4, gives aspiring young dancers, ages 10 and up, the chance to participate in Master Classes in a variety of techniques from well-known teachers from around the state. Participants also have the possibility to perform by submitting a group dance piece of 5 minutes or less, that may be chosen for a performance at the beautiful Lake Mirror Promenade on Saturday, May 4th at 7:00 p.m. that is free to the public.

“While National Dance Week© has long been an annual observance in America, it has also been one of the dance community’s best kept secrets. The American dance community is today more aware of the annual celebration but bringing it to the forefront of the public’s attentions remains a challenge and major goal. With a Mission Statement to “heighten the awareness of Dance and its contributions to our culture”, it is of the utmost importance that all dancers become involved and active in the programs and presentations held each year. Only through the concerted efforts of all will we ever reach our goal to bring Dance out of the background of the Arts in our nation. It will be through the dedicated work of all dancers that the American public will come to realize that dance can affect all aspects of life, that dance is a true global language and can impact all facets of living! “

~ National Dance Week Website

For class registration information and choreography submissions contact FDT at [email protected] or call 863-802-0399.

Innovations Dance April 20, 2pm & 8pm at The Polk Theatre

Enjoy a performance that will be dynamic and captivating and showcases the strength and versatility of FDT’s professional dancers. The annual Innovations Dance program includes exciting new works and various works from the company’s vast repertoire by Associate Director/Resident Choreographer Ferdinand De Jesus and Executive Artistic Director and Founder Carol Erkes. This is the performance our audiences look forward to every season.

Call FDT at 863-802-0399, email [email protected] or visit www.floridadancetheatre.org for more information.

Tickets are $18 for Adults and $12 for Children 12 and under

Photographs of the FDT Company Dancers at Lake Mirror by Claudia Harris.

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Auditions

Lakeland Community Theatre Holds Auditions for

“Aida”Audition Dates: May 6 & 7, 2013 @ 6pm

Show Dates: July 19-28

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Ages 16 and up. Strong singers required. You must be available for all performances. Be prepared to sing 16 bars of any song. Bring your own sheet music with you, please no CD’s. Please wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes for ease of movement.

Visit www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com or call (863)603-7569 for up-to-date audition information.

Lakeland Community TheatreThe edge - Stage Read Series Holds Auditions for

“God of Carnage”Audition Date: May 1, 2013 @ 6pm

Show Dates: May 24 & 25, 2013 @ 7:30pm

“Sordid Lives”Audition Date: May 27, 2013 @ 6pm

Show Dates: June 21 & 22, 2013 @ 7:30pm

Theatre Winter Haven Holds Auditions for

“Jesus Christ Superstar”Audition Dates: May 28 & 29, 2013 @ 7pm

Show Dates: July 20-August 5

For up-to-date audition information, 863-299-2672 or visit www.theatrewinterhaven.com.

Lakeland Community Theatreeunice Fuller Theatre for youth Holds Auditions for

“Disney’s The Aristocats”Audition Dates: April 29 & 30, 2013 @ 5:30pm

Show Dates: June 14-16, 2013

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Ages 6 and up.Bring 16 bars of music. Be prepared to learn a dance.

Photo by Ottophocus from Lakeland Community Theatre’s Eunice Fuller Theatre for Youth production of “Pinkalicious.”

Photo by Thom Altman from Theatre Winter Haven’s production of “Evita.”

Photo by Thom Altman from Theatre Winter Haven’s production of “Annie.”

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Do you like to try your hand at solving mysteries? Do you like to mingle with friends and meet new ones? Do you like to have a lot of fun? If you do, the Ramon Theater is the place to be. Since the restoration of the Theater was completed in 2008 one of the most popular traditions for drawing people to the Ramon is the Murder Mystery Dinners.

Each event is carefully decorated to suit the theme of our Murder Mystery. We’ve had “Death In Them Thar Hills”, “ Murder Is Par For The Course”, “Quicker Than The Eye” , “The Cat Screamed at Midnight”, to name a few, and many others, including “I Saw Mommy Killing Santa Clause” which was our most recent one that was presented on New Year’s Eve.

In fact, the biggest costume party in Frostproof is the yearly MMD, held each year in October, near the date of Halloween. Even though it’s not always a Halloween theme, we encourage everyone to dress in “costume” and prizes are awarded for categories such as “Most Original”, “Scariest” and well, you get the idea. Just image driving through the small city of Frostproof and seeing crowds of people, “in costume”, walking toward the Ramon Theater.

One of the great things about the Ramon is that about 90% of our guests travel from nearby cities to attend our events. We always have first-timers, and repeat attenders, that marvel at this venue in southeast Polk County that has become a “destination”.

With new direction from our “hands on” Board President, Diana Biehl, and active participation by all Board members, the Ramon Theater is emerging as a viable source of entertainment.

The Ramon Theater’s next Murder Mystery Dinner, “Lurking Down The Bunny Trail” will be presented on April 6th. Join the Ramon Theatre for dinner and their own “cast of characters.” Tickets can be purchased online at www.ramontheater.com or by calling 863-635-7222.

Photo on left: From Left-to-Right, June Felt, Marge Decker (Character), Clifford Bradley at Murder is Par For the Course – August 2012. Photos middle and right: New Years Eve 2011.

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Oh my. I must love being witless.

As the world’s most successful musical has clearly shown, I have great company with 60 million others who have witnessed the “witless.” And, that’s just on stage.

Maybe the Observer--along with many of the other London critics (one said: “Les Misérables has, sadly, been reduced to The Glums,”)--ought to fire their drama critics. Never have so many been wrong about so much.

Along with the 60 million, the show has been produced in forty-two countries and translated into 21 languages, has over 47 cast recordings and won over 100 major theatre awards.

The Broadway production was nominated for 12 Tony Awards and won eight, including Best Musical and Best Original Score.. It stands fourth all-time behind Phantom, Cats and Chicago in attendance.

The production has played over 48,000 professional performances, and now made available to community theatres ---with three local productions within 6 months--- there are bound to be 48,000 more. In fact, the Guinness Book of Records confirmed that Les Miz had more concurrent productions (15 at one time) than any other musical in history. That record is likely to be broken( more like pulverized in the next 12 months).

In London, where the original show is in its 28th year, it’s the longest-running musical ever. In America, at least four national touring companies have taken it to some 200 cities. More people have seen the tour in Orlando than the latest Magic games since Shaq left.

In 2002 it was made available to students under 19 to perform in the abbreviated Les Misérables School Edition. In almost ten years, more than 145,000 students in over 2,900 productions worldwide have occurred.

Worldwide the stage version is about to hit 2 billion dollars (that’s billion), and now, with a third Broadway revival in 2014 following the 400 million dollar grossing movie (that was before the Oscars), Les Misérables takes it’s place squarely among the most successful theatrical ventures of all time. The movie is on course to become the highest-grossing musical in North American box-office history flying past Grease and Mama Mia and Chicago.

Great news for Cameron Macintosh, the original producer. It is said that Victor Hugo, the author of the original 19th century novel, sent the world’s shortest telegram when he wanted to know how his novel was selling. He sent a question mark; his publisher replied with an exclamation point.

Mr. Macintosh would have used the dollar sign.

The Les Miz PhenoMenon By Norman Small, Producing Director, Theatre Winter Haven

This show is “a witless and synthetic entertainment…” ---London Observer, Oct 8, 1985


Giant Dinosaur Puppets Dance on Stage

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Bits ‘N Pieces Puppet Theatre brings their giant puppet musical, Aesop’s Dinosaur Fable, to Lake Wales on Saturday, May 11, 2013. The First Baptist Church of Lake Wales will be filled with

shrieks of delight. The show is presented by the Lake Wales Arts Council. Our sponsor, Ruth V. Marchione Foundation, is providing free tickets to children, youth and their families. After the two

performances 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. the puppets will meet the audience for hugs and photographs.

Aesop’s Dinosaur Fable is a mammoth musical featuring nine-feet-tall glow-in-the-dark dinosaur puppets and live actress, wee TryANTasaurus. The Ant attempts to teach the dinosaur to “Prepare today for the needs

of tomorrow.” The Farmer Ant’s Almanac predicts an ICE STORM blowing their way.

Actress and puppet builder Holli Rubin performs as wee TryANTasaurus. Puppeteer and lyricist Jerry Bickel performs as the giant prehistoric dinosaur puppet. Bits ‘N Pieces Theatre has

been creating original musical productions adapted from classic children’s literature for 35 years. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, the company spends most of

the year on national tour. This season’s dinosaur production has traveled to the Japan, Czech Republic, Taiwan across the United States and

on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Lake Wales, Florida.

TICKETS ARE FREE!For more information, please call the Lake

Wales Arts Council at (863) 676-8426 Monday through Friday from

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

SummerAdventures

Magical Monday, Terrific Tuesday, Wacky Wednesday, Thrilling Thursday and Fun Friday are engaging arts and science programs held weekdays at 10:30a.m. Programs are included with admission or museum membership. Open Art is held Tuesdays at 1p.m.

Home School Programs feature a Science and Cultural Arts Series held at 10am and 1pm on the second Tuesday and Thursday each month for students ages 5-8 and 8-14. Final sessions for the current school year are Plants-Up Close & Personal on April 9 and 11 and Survival Skills. Sessions on May 7 and 9 are Science Wonders and Cinco de Mayo. Home school programs resume in September.

Explorations V offers Tutoring and Test Prep for students of all ages. For details on pricing and individualized scheduling, contact Terry Lauretta, Academic Services Director, at 863 687 3869.

The Children’s Festival will be 10am – 3pm on Saturday, April 20. The event includes creative hands-on activities, big wheels, entertainment and museum exploration. A wallet-friendly price of $5 per person includes activities and museum admission. The museum will debut its salute to Florida’s 500th anniversary celebration, Oranges for La Florida, featuring theater panels, hand puppets, costuming, moveable scenery and interactive components highlighting Ponce de Leon’s discovery of Florida in 1513. The exhibit will be on display through mid-June.

On May 4, Explorations V will host a Cinco de Mayo celebration from 10am-1pm.

During May and June, Explorations V will present an Artist’s Showcase of work created throughout the year by students in its After School with the Arts & Sciences program.

Explorations V’s Summer Camp will run weekdays, June 1- August 9. Weekly themed sessions include cultural arts and science activities, indoor/outdoor games and museum exploration.

Explorations V Children’s Museum is at 109 North Kentucky Avenue in downtown Lakeland. Museum/Museum Store hours are Monday-Saturday, 9am.-5:30pm. Admission prices are $7 per person. Senior citizens, 65+ are $3.50. Teachers/military with ID are $3.50. Museum members and children under two are free. Family Memberships are available for $70. For details on exhibits, programs or events, call 863 687 3869 or email [email protected]. www.explorationsv.com


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During the 11th Annual Marilyn Newell Youth Music Festival, talented young artists from across Polk County will have the opportunity to compete in three musical categories – voice, instrumental and piano – for prizes potentially equaling more than $4,500. Students ages 11-18 will have a chance to showcase their musical talents in front of a panel of judges during the competition on Saturday, April 27, hosted by the Lake Wales Arts Council. At the free concert on Sunday, April 28, featuring the music of winning contestants, the winners of both the Junior and Senior Division will be announced and awarded a range of monetary prizes.

Each contestant performs two contrasting selections from the standard classical music repertoire for each category he/she has entered.

Learn more about the 11th Annual Marilyn Newell Youth Music Festival on the Lake Wales Arts Council website at lakewalesartscouncil.org.

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The enchanting irish musical ensemble Celtic Woman returns to The Lakeland Center Tuesday, May 7 at 7:30pm for another night of pure magic. Tickets are on sale now for $35 and $53 (service charges will apply) and are available at The Lakeland Center Box Office, by calling 863-834-8111, online at thelakelandcenter.com or by calling the 24-hour ticketing line 888-397-0100.

Celtic Woman combines the talents of four gifted Irish women—vocalists Chloë Agnew, Lisa Lambe and Susan McFadden, and violinist Máiréad Nesbitt—whose dazzling performances combine the sounds and sensibility of Irish traditional music with memorable original compositions and contemporary pop standards. The 2013 tour boasts an exciting new stage production and the return of such enduring fan favorites as “You Raise Me Up” and “Orinoco Flow.”

Since its formation in 2004, Celtic Woman has emerged as both a spectacular commercial success and a global cultural phenomenon. The group’s uplifting mix of timeless tradition and contemporary craft has transcended national and cultural borders to touch the hearts of a devoted international fan base, who’ve embraced Celtic Woman’s hugely successful Public Television specials and made their CDs and DVDs into multi-platinum best-sellers. The group’s albums have sold more than seven million copies around the world. Like all of their albums, Celtic Woman’s two 2012 releases, the acclaimed Believe CD/DVD and the holiday-themed CD Home For Christmas, both debuted at #1 on Billboard’s World Music chart — marking eight consecutive chart-topping albums for the group.

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The Lakeland CenterTuesday, May 7th

Celtic Woman recently made their soap opera debut as featured guests in multiple episodes of the CBS daytime drama The Bold and the Beautiful.

Having sold nearly 3 million concert tickets worldwide, Celtic Woman has won a dedicated and loyal audience in America, where their elaborately staged, visually stunning concert tours consistently draw sellout crowds. Singing songs of love, loss, hope and inspiration, Celtic Woman celebrates the emotional resonance of Ireland’s centuries-old musical and cultural heritage while taking advantage of the limitless options of state-of-the-art production. The result is a breathtaking musical and theatrical experience to be enjoyed by multiple generations of concert goers.

The Lakeland Center is conveniently located minutes between Orlando and Tampa in Lakeland, Florida off I-4 on Lime Street; a short drive from anywhere in Central Florida.

Regular box office hours are Monday-Friday 9:30am-5:30pm. For ticket information, call the Box Office at (863) 834-8111 or visit www.thelakelandcenter.com.

Tickets can be purchased 24 hours a day, seven days a week through www.thelakelandcenter.com or by calling 888-397-0100. All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice.


The Ritz Theatre Unveils New Signon Fat Tuesday

Downtown Winter Haven’s historic Ritz Theatre held a Fat Tuesday celebration on February 12, 2013 to mark there-installation and lighting of its historic neon sign.

Fundraising to specifically pay for the reproduction began last

August when Main Street Winter Haven and the Winter Haven

Chamber of Commerce joined the Ritz 100 to stage a “Wine

for the Sign” event. That event plus about $8,000 in additional

sponsor dollars funded the more than $20,000 sign.

A parade from the Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce kicked off the event,

followed by signature Hurricane drinks, jambalaya and other creole treats in

keeping with the Mardi Gras theme. A brief program recognizing the sponsors

was held before the switch was thrown to illuminate the sign.

Thank You Sign Donors both monetary and in-kind:

Star Sponsor: WalMart SuperCenter #3347/Winter Haven Chamber Foundation

Headliner Sponsor: BB&T Bank, Main Street Winter Haven Facade Grant

Opening Act Sponsors: Barbara Hart, Florida Traditions Bank, Krieger Electric, Polk State College, WHHS Class of 1967

Encore Sponsors: Allen & Company, Oakley Rhinehart Cassidy, Six TenCorporation, Dodge Chrysler Jeep of Winter Haven

Coming up at the Ritz on Central

April 13Murder Mystery Dinner

“Evil on the Beach”

May 11Murder Mystery Dinner

“Death on Them Thar Hills”

Shows begin at 6:30pm.Each show is $30 for Ritz members and

$35 for non-members. For tickets to either or both shows, please call 863-295-9900

or e-mail [email protected].


At Polk State, Art Professor FindsWhat New York City Was Missing

Standing among a dozen scattered easels in a Polk State College classroom, Holly Sailors is a long way from where she’s been — but exactly where she wants to be.

Until a few months ago, Sailors’ story was the quintessential aspiring-artist-makes-it-big kind of tale. She’s studied art at the graduate level, shown her work around the world, taught other aspiring artists, and made a name for herself in New York City’s art circles.

For all her success, however, something was missing, something she’s found right here as Polk State’s newest art professor.

“I wanted to teach, and Polk State has given me the chance to do that full time. Being here has brought me back to the core values of art,” said Sailors.

Sailors grew up in rural North Carolina, dreaming of becoming a professional artist. She studied at the Savannah College of Art and Design, the University of Georgia, and East Carolina University before finally landing in New York City, where she received her Master of Fine Art from the New York Academy of Art.

Her works — oil paintings and prints that are also commentaries on women’s issues and rights — are in permanent collections from

Georgia to New York to Germany. Her teaching experience is just as extensive, including stints at the New York Academy of Art and Long Island University.

To the outsider, living and working in New York City would seem the ultimate goal for an artist. But as Sailors explains, she’s always considered herself equal parts artist and teacher. She can’t do one without the other. Coming to Polk State has afforded her the opportunity to teach full time, and in this ever-connected world, the move doesn’t mean she has to leave New York’s art scene entirely.

“New York is only a flight away. Contemporary culture is so Internet-driven that it is easy to stay connected to a lot of art scenes,” she said, adding she’ll be showing her work in Body Politic, an upcoming show at New York City’s Grand Salon of the National Arts Club, proof of the balance she intends on striking between the two locations. “I can have the best of both worlds.”

At Polk, Sailors is teaching courses in drawing, painting and design at both the Lakeland and Winter Haven campuses, as well as the Polk State Lake Wales Arts Center. No matter where she is around the county on a given day, she’s gaining new perspective on art.

“There’s an intensity to the New York art scene, a nature that is not very grounded. It’s been refreshing to simplify, to get back to the basics,” she said.

“My students here are interested in things that I haven’t been interested in for a long time. They’re very influenced by Disney, and are interested in animation and cartooning. Being here already has broadened my sense of creativity, of what art- making can be.”

Longtime Polk State Art Professor Gary Baker said Sailors has infused his department with exciting new energy.

“She’s bringing, not to be cliché, a breath of fresh air. She has a very positive, healing kind of attitude,” he said.

“If you remember the movie Jerry Maguire, there was that catchphrase, ‘You had me at hello.’ Holly, during her job interview, she had me when she said, ‘I want to teach.’ There was something about the sincerity and humbleness in that statement that just got me right then and there.

“She has an enthusiasm that makes the students want to work and a relaxed and gentle way of teaching that will help them improve their skills.”

Sailors said helping her Polk State students develop and improve their skills is exactly what she aims to do for many years to come. This is her home now.

“I’m going to invest my time here, working with my students one-on-one to expose them to as much knowledge as possible for their educational path,” she said.

Photos courtesy of Polk State College.



Due to severe structural damage to the Clay Cut Center, Haines City Community Theatre seeks a location to perform their final show of the season and also a place they can move into as a permanent residence. Haines City Community Theatre has been located in the Clay Cut Center for over 25 years, and is greatly saddened by this latest development, but safety will always remain their first priority.

Haines City Community Theatre will continue to update both it’s website at www.hainescitytheatre.com and the answering machine at the theatre 863-421-1893 as new developments arise. Once a determination is made as to whether or not the final show of the season will be performed, theatre staff will contact all season ticket holders either through mail, email, or telephone concerning the new location for the performance and any refunds they have coming at that time. Should anyone wish to contact the theatre directly concerning a venue they have available for the theatre to perform in, they can email the theatre directly through their web site or leave a message on the answering machine.

Haines City Community Theatre is grateful to all their patrons for continued support through these difficult times.

haines City Community theatreSeeks new home

The Polk Arts Alliance and Cultural Arts Council 6th Annual CARP Awards took place February 21 at The Lakeland Center. The event was sponsored by Allen & Company.

The social hour was followed by opening remarks from PAA President Cindy Rodriguez and Executive Director Meri Mass who welcomed guest speaker Andrew Witt, Executive Director of the St. Johns Arts Council. Witt briefly spoke on the importance of the arts and the significant impact the arts have on tourism.

Honorees recognized for their significant contributions to the arts community included: Lunz Prebor Fowler Architects on behalf of Platform Art and Tom Johnson on behalf of Theatre Winter Haven. The Polk Arts Alliance and Cultural Arts Council also recognized Dave Connor of Peterson & Myers, P.A.; Jim Freeman, County Manager; former County Commissioners Bob English and Sam Johnson; current County Commissioners Todd Dantzler, Edwin Smith and Commissioner Melony Bell, Chair.

The 2012 CARP awardees each received an original artwork of pottery created by local artist Randy Glotfelty.

Art-i-facts photos taken during the social hour at the Polk Arts Alliance & Cultural Arts Council Community Arts Recognition Program Awards on February 21 at The Lakeland Center.

Cultural Eye

Community Arts Recognition Program Awards Reception


Choral music was ringing throughout Lakeland during the TMC Hymnology Series, Together We Sing – A Celebration of Hymn Singing in America. This five week series, which ran on consecutive Tuesday evenings from January 15 through February 12, presented four of Lakeland’s esteemed church musicians as they lectured on the importance of hymn singing in their churches; and each evening audience members joined together to sing many of the important hymns in the liturgy. The lectures were presented by Mr. Robert Boulware, Mr. Patrick Fleitz, Dr. Dan Gordon, and Dr. Larry Sledge; it was a thrill to hear these experts speak so passionately about the musical heritage of their denominations.

Choir members from the community added their voices at each lecture and audience members were introduced to some of Lakeland’s esteemed organists and pianists; Dr. J. David Hart at First Presbyterian Church, Mr. Kevin Townsend at All Saints Episcopal Church, and Mrs. Carol Boulware. On February 12, all presenters joined for a final session of singing and fellowship.

The Tuesday Music Club was able to offer this lecture/concert series to the Lakeland community without charge thanks to a grant from the Florida Federation of Music Clubs.

Tuesday Music Club of LakelandPrograms & Activities

Tuesday Music Club concludes its 2012-2013 Season in May. Upcoming events include:

April 9: General Club Meeting10:30 AM at the TMC Club House 421 E. Park St.Musical presentations by the TMC Annual Scholarship Competition winners.

May 5 – 12: National Music WeekAll affiliate clubs of The National Federation of Music Clubs celebrate National Music Week by offering concerts and events throughout the first full week of May. Visit the TMC website for information about venues and performances.

May 14: General Club Meeting10:30 AM at the TMC Club House 421 E. Park St.Musical presentations by the TMC Annual Scholarship Competition winners.

Photos above provided by Tuesday Music Club. Top: TMC Hymnology Series Combined Choirs.Bottom Left to Right, Hymnology Series Lecturers: Pat Fleitz as he lectured at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Larry Sledge at the final event held at First Presbyterian Church, Dan Gordon lecturing at First Presbyterian Church, Robert Boulware at the final event held at First Presbyterian Church.

TMC Hymnology Combined Choirs


New Member Spotlight

The Lakeland Concert Band has been providing free concerts

in Lakeland for the past 34 years, performing mostly in the Youkey Theatre of The Lakeland Center.

The Band plays selections from Broadway to semi-classical, popular music to marches and other music to fit the season— something that everyone would enjoy.

Lakeland Concert Band’s musicians are from all walks of life. Some hail from Lakeland and surrounding areas. Others hail from the northern States and Canada. The members are of all ages and number about 80. Concerts are given once a month from November to April and are free, but donations are accepted to help pay the theatre rental and to buy music. The Band also has a separate Ambassadors Dance Band that helps earn money to assist with expenses.

For additional informaiton, please contact Vic Larsen (813) 716-2577 or Susan Johns (863) 660-8428, or visit www.lakelandconcertband.com.

Paint Along Studios! is the perfect place to make memories. Anyone can do it, it’s easy and fun, you don’t even have to be able

to draw stick figures. It’s an optimistic, creative place for folks to learn the basics of painting with their friends.

You can even bring wine and snacks...that’s part of the fun! It’s perfect for Girls’ Night Out, Date Night, or simply relief from everyday stress.

Make reservations for your next birthday party (all ages welcome), have a bachelorette party, anniversary celebration, family reunion, bridal or baby shower, or corporate team building event.

All materials are provided, canvas, easel, paint, brushes, smocks, even ice, cups, wine glasses and bottle openers.

Special bookings are welcome, make painting a part of your next event. Bring your adventureous spirit and have a fun evening out with friends. As an added bonus, at the end of the evening, you will have created a painting, some memories and hopefully, found a hidden talent you’ll want to explore.

Think it’s beyond you? The instructor guides you step by step as you recreate the featured picture, and before you know it, you will have painlessly created a piece of art and a great time.

Paint Along Studios! is conveniently located in Downtown Lakeland, at 123 S. Kentucky Ave just south of FastFrame and north of The General Store. There is plenty of safe parking too. They are also neighbors with Evolution Records, Fresco’s, and other great places you can visit to pick up a little something to enjoy while you paint!

Paint Along Studios!Learn more or sign up online at

www.paintalongstudios.comIf you have any questions, call 863-409-5771.

Photo by Paul Jilbert provided by Lakeland Concert Band.

Lakeland Concert Band Season Finale

Sunday, April 7 - Branscomb Auditorium at Florida Southern College. Doors open at 1:30pm. Pre-show begins at 1:45pm. Concert begins at 2:30pm.


Major underwriters ($20,000 & above)Polk Board of County CommissionersPolk County Tourism & Sports MarketingBartow Community Healthcare FoundationPeterson & Myers

Platinum ($2500 & above)Allen & CompanyThe Lakeland Center

Gold ($1000 & above)The Connor Family Fund

Silver ($500 & above)Ardaman & Associates, Inc.A-C-T Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc.Bowyer–Singleton & Associates, Inc.Central Concrete Products, Inc.Chastain SkillmanCitizens Bank & TrustColdwell Bank Commercial Saunders, Ralston, DantzlerConstangy, Brooks & Smith, L.L.P.Community Southern Bank

DRMP Engineers, Surveyors Planners & ScientistsDrummond CompanyGallery 2125Lakeland Funeral Home and Memorial GardensGeosyntec ConsultantsHauger-Bunch Realtor, PCHazen & SawyerHubbard Construction CompanyHydro Solutions Consulting, LLCInfrastructure Engineers, Inc.Jr. Davis ConstructionMadrid Engineering GroupOvationsRegister Construction & EngineeringREISS EngineeringRepublic ServicesSpath Jewelers, Inc.six/ten corporationTransworld Systems, Inc.Valenti Campbell TrohnTamayo Aranda, P.A.Wallis, Murphey, Boyington Architects, Inc.

Bronze ($250 & above)Tom Freeman FamilyJohn HappyNancy Hale HoytMr. & Mrs. MassPaint Along StudiosTom PetcoffPhysical Health Care Center/Leslie FerrandsSusan Waddell

Major in-kindDave ConnorFlowers BakeryGeosyntec ConsultantsBrian HintonNoble JuiceThe Lakeland Center

Memberships of $250 and more, as of February 15, 2012. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

Polk Arts Alliance Member Recognition List

The Polk Arts Alliance is the official arts agency for Polk County, collaborating with over 40 non-profit cultural organizations, businesses, government, chambers, schools, artists and individuals. Since its inception in 2003, the Alliance has engaged collaborators to support local cultural organizations, arts education

programs and artist endeavors to enhance the quality and variety of cultural experiences throughout the County. Polk Arts Alliance strives to cultivate a diverse, well attended, fiscally sound arts community that serves its residents and visitors. The Polk Arts Alliance is deeply grateful to all of our donors, members and community partners who share this vision.

See the Cultural Arts Council Member List on page 4 or view the Cultural Art Council and Creative Industry Member Directory and Map on page 42 to learn more. Visit www.polkarts.org for complete membership information.

MEMBERSHIP FORM

Name:______________________________________________________

Address:____________________________________________________

City:_ ______________________________________________________

State:_ ___________________Zip:_______________________________

Phone:______________________________________________________

Email:______________________________________________________

To join, simply send this completed form indicating yourmembership level along with a check made payable to:

Polk Arts Alliance, Inc.P.O. Box 727

Bartow, FL 33831-0727Polk_Arts_Alliance_is_a_non-profit_501(c)(3)_organization._Memberships_and_donations_are_tax_deductible_and_enable_the_PAA_to_promote_the_cultural,_historic_and_educational_activities_available_in_Polk_County.

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INVEST IN THE CULTURAL ARTS!863-804-0494_•[email protected]

www.polkarts.org

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JoinThe ArtsJoinThe Arts

The designated Local Arts Agency for Polk County

The mission of the Polk Arts Alliance is to cultivate an environment in which all the arts flourish through Advocacy, Collaboration, Education, Economic Development and Marketing. If you enjoy the Cultural Arts

and believe the arts are important to our quality of life, please consider becoming an individual member or corporate partner. Polk Arts Alliance

and our cultural arts community need your support.

Polk Arts Alliance Membership Investment Categories

Individual/Corporate_Levels:q_Title_ $10,000_q_Diamond_ $5,000q_Platinum_ $2,500q_Gold_ $1,000q_Silver_ $500q_Bronze_ $250q_Friends_of_Polk_Arts_ $100q_Individual_ $35q_Senior_(age_60+)_ $30

Non-Profit_Arts_OrganizationMembership_Dues:(Based on Budget Size)

q_Under_$50,000_ $50

q_$50,000-$99,999_ $75

q_$100,000-$199,999_ $100

q_$200,000-$499,999_ $150

q_Over_$500,000_ $200


1 - BARTOWBartow Art GuildP.o. Box 1644 • Bartow, FL 33831863-534-1877 • www.bartowartguild.com

Polk County Kids Tag Artwww.Polktaxes.com

Polk Arts AllianceP.o. Box 727 • Bartow, FL 33831863-804-0494 • [email protected]

Polk County Historical Museum100 east Main Street • Bartow, FL 33830863-534-4385 • www.polkcountymuseum.org

2 - DAVENPORTDavenport School of the Arts4751 hwy 547 n • Davenport, FL 33837863-421-3247 • www.davenportschoolofthearts.com

3 - FORT MEADEHistorical Society of Fort Meade1 n. tecumseh Ave. • P.o. Box 1021Fort Meade, FL 33841

4 - FROSTPROOFFrostproof Art League & Gallery12 e. Wall St. • Frostproof, FL 33843863-635-7271 • [email protected]

Ramon Theater15 e. Wall St. • Frostproof, FL 33843863-635-7222 • [email protected]

Cultural Arts Council &Creative Industry Member Directory

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BabsonPark Indian Lake

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NalcrestFedhaven

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Winston

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Inwood

Lake Alfred Haines City

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ProvidencePolk City

EagleLake

Bowling Green

Lakeland Winter Haven

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Gibsonia

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5 - HAINES CITYHaines City Community Theatre, Inc.801 Ledwith Ave. • P.o. Box 1452haines City, FL 33845 • 863-421-1893www.hainescitytheatre.com

6 - LAKELANDArts On The Park115 north Kentucky Ave. • Lakeland, FL 33801863-680-2787 • www.artsonthepark.org

Bach Festival of Central FloridaP.o. Box 2764 • Lakeland, FL 33806863-299-2555 • 863-439-3055www.bachfestivalofcentralflorida.org

Citrus Lakes Chorus3422 Waterlute Way • Lakeland, FL 33811 863-868-7268 • [email protected]

Explorations V Children’s Museum109 n. Kentucky Ave. • Lakeland, FL 33801863-687-3869 • www.explorationsv.com

Florida Air Museum at Sun ’n Fun4175 Medulla road • Lakeland, FL 33807863-644-2431 • www.sun-n-fun.org

Florida Dance Arts6929 old State rd 37 • Lakeland, FL 33811863-221-8181 • www.floridadancearts.com

Florida Dance Theatre305 W. Main St. • Lakeland, FL 33815863-802-0399 • www.floridadancetheatre.org

Florida Southern College111 Lake hollingsworth Dr. • Lakeland, FL 33801863-680-4296 • www.flsouthern.edu

Historic LakelandP.o. Box 3347 • Lakeland, FL 33802-3347863-682-6149 • www.historiclakeland.org

Imperial Symphony OrchestraP.o. Box 2623 • Lakeland, FL 33806863-688-3743 • www.imperialsymphony.org

Lakeland Art GuildP.o. Box 353 • Lakeland, FL 33802863-646-8264 • www.lakelandartguild.org

The Lakeland Center701 W. Lime Street • Lakeland, FL 33815863-834-8111 • www.thelakelandcenter.com

Lakeland Choral SocietyP.o. Box 3157 • Lakeland, FL 33802lakelandchoralsociety@gmail.comwww.lakelandchoralsociety.org

Lakeland Community TheatreLake Mirror theatre • 121 S. Lake Ave.Lakeland, FL 33806 • 863-603-7529www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

Lakeland Concert BandP.o. Box 24238 • Lakeland, FL 33802863-660-8428 • www.lakelandconcertband.com

Lois Cowles Harrison CenterFor The Visual & Performing Arts750 hollingsworth rd. • Lakeland, FL 33801863-499-2855 • www.harrisonarts.com

Paint Along Studios123 S. Kentucky Ave. • Lakeland, FL 33801863-409-5771 • www.paintalongstudios.com

Platform ART863-838-2262 • www.platformart.org

Polk Museum Of Art800 east Palmetto Street • Lakeland, FL 33801863-688-7743 •www.PolkMuseumofArt.org

Polk Theatre139 S. Florida Avenue • Lakeland, FL 33801863-682-7553 •www.polktheatre.org

Ridge Woodcarvers Club821 Lakeside Drive, MacArthur CenterLakeland, FL 33803www.ridgewoodcarversclub.org

Rochelle School of the Arts1501 n. Martin L. King Ave. • Lakeland, FL 33805http://schools.polk-fl.net/rochellearts/

Southeastern University1000 Longfellow Blvd. • Lakeland, FL 33801-6034863-667-5000 • www.seuniversity.edu

The Tuesday Music ClubP.o. Box 2524 • Lakeland, FL 33803www.musicclublakeland.org

7 - LAKE WALESHistorical Lake Wales Society325 S. Scenic hwy. • Lake Wales, FL 33853863-678-4209 • www.cityoflakewales.com

Bok Tower Gardens1151 tower Blvd. • Lake Wales, FL 33853863-676-1408 • www.boktowergardens.org

Lake Wales Arts Council/CenterP.o. Box 608 • Lake Wales, FL 33859863-676-8426 • www.lakewalesartscouncil.org

Lake Wales Little Theatre411 n. third St. • P.o. Box 3428Lake Wales, FL 33859-3428863-676-1266 • lwlt.org

Ridge Music Teachers Association42 hickory hammock rd.Lake Wales, FL 33859863-676-9791 • [email protected]

8 - WINTER HAVENAll Saints’ Academy5001 Sr 540 West • Winter haven, FL 33880863.293.5980 • www.allsaintsacademy.com

Arts Ensemble EducationFoundation & Healing Arts Center1000 American Superior BlvdWinter haven, FL 33880 • 863-293-2700www.artsensemblehealingarts.comjanewatersthomas@aol.com

Lakeside Music Room863-293-1510 • [email protected]

Polk State College999 Avenue h, ne • Winter haven, FL 33881Cultural events: 863-297-1050 • www.polk.edu

Ridge Art Association210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., SWWinter haven, FL 33880863-291-5661 • www.ridgeart.org

The Ritz Theatre - Ritz on Central263 W. Central Ave. • Winter haven, FL 33880863-295-9900 • www.ritzoncentral.com

Symphony Guild of Winter HavenP.o. Box 7721 • Winter haven, FL 33883863-293-5214 • Fax: 863-293-4962

Theatre Winter Haven210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., SWWinter haven, FL 33880863-294-7469 • www.theatrewinterhaven.com

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