SRQ DAILY Aug 10, 2022
Wednesday Philanthropy Edition
"The opportunity to be so focused and undistracted is unbelievable, not only because of the time, but because of the space itself."
Sarasota Yacht Club is pleased to announce the result of its most recent SYC Cares initiative, connecting members with local nonprofit organizations throughout the Suncoast. The Club granted $25,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties and $25,000 to the Child Protection Center, two nonprofits making a positive impact in the community through their SYC Cares Fund, a component fund of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County. SYC Cares, the Club’s philanthropic arm, sponsored the inaugural “Casino for a Cause” fundraising event with more than 200 members in attendance when the grants were announced. The Boys & Girls Club of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties and the Child Protection Center were selected by the membership after three rounds of voting. The eight participating nonprofit organizations not selected in the final round each received a $1,000 donation from the SYC Cares Fund. The Club is also happy to announce Bobby and Cindy Overall are this year’s recipients of the annual “Anchor Award for Philanthropy.” The award honors an individual or family member who has demonstrated outstanding civic and charitable leadership within the Club and whose generosity of time and talents have encouraged others within the Sarasota Yacht Club to be involved. 
The Van Wezel Foundation was pleased to present world-class violinist, educator and disability advocate Adrian Anantawan as keynote speaker to kick off a special professional learning day for more than 150 arts educators hosted by the School District of Sarasota County on August 8. The Foundation joined the School District of Sarasota County in underwriting the inspiring keynote as part of a day of learning, which was generously funded by Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation. The title of Anantawan’s keynote presentation, “Excellence Without Exception: High Quality Arts Education for All Students,” reflects his inspiring story. Anantawan, who was born without a right hand, has made an impact on and off the stage as a disabilities advocate to raise awareness about issues of access and equity in arts communities. Anantawan holds degrees from the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, Yale University and Harvard Graduate School of Education. As a violinist, he has studied with Itzhak Perlman and Pinchas Zukerman. Notable moments of his career include performances at the White House and opening ceremonies of both the Athens and the Vancouver Olympic Games. He has played for Pope John Paul II and His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Recognized among the Kennedy Center Next 50, Anantawan is a leader who creates a more inspired, inclusive and compassionate world. Since 1997, the Van Wezel Foundation has supported the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall’s arts-integrated professional development to area teachers as part of the John F. Kennedy Center's Partners in Education program. This special keynote allows the Foundation to advance its goal to deepen the current work in arts education and explore new platforms that enhance quality of life for children and adults through the arts.
Pictured: Violinist Andrian Anantawan. Photo courtesy of Adrian Anantawan.
Shining Massage & Facial Clinic reopening after completing a 1-week store renovation and hiring new staff aimed at elevating the customer experience. The difference customers might notice first is the overall bright, inviting feel of the reception area. New desk, new flooring and new plant decorations designed to welcome guests with its fresh look. Additionally, the walls of each room are now extended to the ceilings, which makes each room more private and quieter. Each room is also equipped with a towel and hot stone warmer, which helps the therapists deliver even more smooth and exceptional services. New massage beds and super soft and cozy blankets also make guests feel at home. New staff are also in place at Shining Massage & Facial Clinic. Licensed massage therapists Melody Mo and Suzy Johnston who have over 10 years of massage experience have recently joined the team. With their extensive background and expertise, friendly and helpful attitude, they will certainly create an excellent experience for all customers. If you don't know what type of massage you like, they will help design specific sessions based on your individual needs. Please stop by Shining Massage & Facial Clinic and check out the changes for yourself. They’re located at 3900 Clark Rd, STE C2, Sarasota, FL 34233 and are open seven days a week from 10 AM. to 9 PM. Appointments are available by calling or texting 941-877-6688.
The Hermitage Artist Retreat (Sarasota County, Florida) and the Aspen Music Festival and School (Aspen, Colorado) are commemorating the 10th year of the Hermitage Prize in Composition with a video celebrating the impact of the unique prize. The video features exclusive interviews with past winners, renowned AMFS faculty members, and leading Hermitage Fellows in the field of music reflecting on the impact of the award in its first ten years. To view, please visit: HermitageArtistRetreat.org/HermitagePrizeAspen. At each festival since 2013, an exemplary composition student attending the Aspen Music Festival and School is awarded the distinguished Hermitage Prize in recognition of their accomplishments and to foster the development of future work. The recipient is selected by a distinguished panel of AMFS composition faculty and leadership, and receives a residency at the Hermitage, along with a $1,000 stipend. The idea for this recognition was first conceived when Hermitage Fellow Robert Spano, Music Director of the Atlanta Symphony and the AMFS, was in residence at the Hermitage. Spano emphasized how beneficial the Hermitage had been for him and his work: “The opportunity to be so focused and undistracted – it’s unbelievable – not only because of the time, but because of the space itself.” Thus, the Hermitage Prize in Composition was created to offer the same experience to young talented composers just beginning their careers.
Pictured: Outdoor Program on the Hermitage Beach. Photo courtesy of the Hermitage Artist Retreat.
The Book Keepers is opening on Friday for an exclusive one night exhibition at Burns Court Cinema. The film tells the story of Carol Wall, author of the book Mr. Owita’s Guide To Gardening, whose debut memoir – about cancer, friendship, and cultivating an open heart – was a breakout success. But joy turned to tragedy when the breast cancer she wrote about returned, and she died months after its publication. Determined to keep his late-wife’s dream alive, her husband Dick Wall becomes the unlikely spokesperson for the book and embarks on an unexpected cross-country promotional tour. He's joined by his filmmaker son, Phil, who is torn between saving his mom's first book and his concern for how his dad is coping with their new reality. Their inspirational journey sparks discussion on loss, relationships, and the healing power of sharing stories. The film was the audience and jury award winner for Best Documentary at Austin Film Festival, and recently had a limited theatrical run via First Run Features in June.
Atelier de SoSi announces the opening of their newest art show “An Artful Home at Atelier.” Exhibition Dates: August 12th - Sep 22nd; Opening night: August 12th 7-10pm; Gallery hours Tues - Wed - Thur 1 - 5pm. “An Artful Home at Atelier” - focus is to showcase that art can be both functional and beautiful. Atelier de SoSi’s gallery space will be transformed to represent a living space. Displaying functional art such as: handmade table settings, glassware, lighting, textiles, furniture, etc. The space will also be featuring one of a kind paintings, sculptures and an array of other unique pieces. We want to show the viewer that artwork comes in all shapes, sizes and functionalities. Yes, your coffee table can be a piece of artwork along with your favorite reading chair, lamp, and coffee mug. Art can touch every area of our lives, come see examples of this and find one of a kind pieces for your own living space.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is pleased to announce the opening of As long as there is sun, as long as there is light. Selections from the Bring Gift and The Ringling Collection of Modern and Contemporary Art. The exhibition will run Nov. 21, 2021 – Aug. 13, 2023, in the museum’s Searing Wing. In 2020, The Ringling received a significant gift of art from Murray Bring and Kay Delaney Bring, in support of the modern and contemporary collection. Highlights from the gift include an important minimalist work by Anne Truitt and a monumental work on canvas by Gene Davis, both artists affiliated with the Washington Color School, an art movement during the 1950s to 1970s in Washington D.C., made up of abstract expressionist artists Additional works in the gift represent a generation of prominent artists who work, or have worked, in abstraction, including Clement Meadmore, Jules Olitski, Beverly Pepper, Rebecca Salter, Kenneth Snelson, and Yuriko Yamaguchi, among others. Also on view are sculptures and paintings by distinguished African American and Latin American artists from The Ringling collection, including William Edmondson, Eduardo Mac Entyre, Omar Rayo, Baruj Salinas, and Joyce de Guatemala.
Break out the big hair and acid-washed denims—Laser Light Nights are back at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night from May 26 through August 13 at 7pm and 9pm, we are rocking out to some of your favorite artists in the Planetarium. A variety of food options and drinks are available for purchase onsite with cash or card. Tickets are going fast—get yours today! Please note: Laser Light Nights run at a volume similar to a rock concert. Ear plugs are advised for those who prefer a lower volume.
Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Circus fans of all ages, from near and far, can beat the heat at reasonable prices while experiencing the best of the circus arts. Some of the circus world’s most exciting acts have signed on for the annual show - a longtime partnership of the Circus Arts Academy and The Ringling - with performances presented over nine weeks this summer. The lineup for the Summer Circus Spectacular includes a wide range of acts, including duo lyra, adagio, hand balancing/contortion, rolla bolla, and more. Show times are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, and 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Tickets are $18/adults, $12/children 12 and under. To complete their circus experience, Summer Circus Spectacular patrons can enjoy access to the Circus Museum on the day they attend a show for just an additional $5 – an incredible value for a full day’s entertainment. Go to Ringling.org or call the Box Office at 941-360-7399.
Historic Asolo Theater at The Ringling, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota
FST Improv Presents: We're Doomed Beginning August 13 on Saturdays at 7:30pm. In a world where blockbusters come and go, FST Improv entertains with an unforgettable, original, and fully improvised motion picture! The cast of We’re Doomed will perform an improvised horror movie based on a title provided by the audience! We’ll leave the fancy equipment behind as we use unique staging, special effects and onstage acrobatics to recreate the excitement and magic of the silver screen. You’ll even get to see improvised previews of upcoming attractions.
Florida Studio Theatre's Bowne's Lab
The Ringling is pleased to present an exhibition that celebrates the life and artwork of Eleanor Merritt from February 18, 2022 to August 21, 2022. Eleanor was a dedicated volunteer at The Ringling for many years as a docent and Board member. She also served as president of the Venice Art Center and was active in other arts organizations as well. Eleanor passed away in 2019 leaving a legacy of art and public service. This exhibition is dedicated to her spirit and creativity and represents a small sample of a significant body of work the artist created over her long career. Beginning with an early work from the 1950s Untitled (Seated Figure) and concluding with her last painting Blue Embrace of 2018, the exhibition highlights her creative use of materials, movement between figuration and abstraction, and her commitment to women’s rights. The works in the exhibition come from the artist’s estate and from a few prestigious private collections. The artist’s daughter, Lisa, and artist Mike Solomon were critical guides in the development of this exhibition.
Hamilton Orr will stop at nothing to get what he wants. A top Hollywood director, Hamilton comes up with deadly scheme to gain control over a multi-million-dollar film. He just needs to persuade the movie’s screenwriter, Clark, to get onboard. And make sure that Barbara, his wife, plays her part. When his plot doesn’t go as planned, Hamilton comes face-to-face with the wily local sheriff, Leroy. Smoke and Mirrors keeps the audience guessing (and laughing) until the end. Smoke and Mirrors by Will Osborne and Anthony Herrera will play beginning August 3, 2022 in FST's Gompertz Theatre. Run Time is 2 hour and 10 minutes with a 15-minute intermission.
Florida Studio Theatre's Gompertz Theatre
The most ambitious and expansive exhibition to date of contemporary artworks created with augmented reality (AR) technology will premiere at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, opening on September 25, 2021 and ongoing through August 31 2022, as one of 12 participating gardens across six countries. Seeing the Invisible features works by more than a dozen international artists such as Ai Weiwei, Refik Anadol, El Anatsui, Isaac Julien CBE, Mohammed Kazem, Sigalit Landau, Sarah Meyohas, Pamela Rosenkranz, and Timur Si-Qin—including several artists’ first work in AR. Visitors will engage with Seeing the Invisible via an app designed for the exhibition downloadable to smartphones and tablets. Forging new links between botanical gardens located in diverse biomes around the globe, the exhibition fosters collaboration between institutions, artists, and audiences, highlighting the power of art to connect people around the world.
Jazz Thursdays at Sarasota Art Museum will runs through January 12, 2023 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. FREE for Members, $20 for Not-Yet Members. Sarasota Art Museum invites you to be our guest at our first Jazz Thursday at SAM, featuring Hot Club of SRQ. Sarasota Art Museum is partnering with the Jazz Club of Sarasota for Jazz Thursdays. Join us for our special late-night performances on the Marcy & Michael Klein Plaza. Jazz Thursdays will occur on the second Thursday of each month until January 12, 2023. Galleries + Bistro + Shop will be open.
The Book Keepers is opening on Friday for an exclusive one night exhibition at Burns Court Cinema. A gifted writer's death a week before becoming a critically acclaimed author sends her husband and son on an unexpected book tour to ensure her dream lives on. Motivated and devastated all at once, Dick Wall embarks on a crusade across America to promote his late wife's work. August 12th, 2022 at Burns Court 4:45pm
Burns Court Cinema , 506 Burns Ct, Sarasota, FL 34236
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