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VOLUME 13 / NUMBER 1 / WINTER 2011COMPLIMENTARY

The LakelandCenterPage 39

FloridaSouthern College

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Ramon TheaterPage 43

Located on Lake Morton behind Lakeland Public Library. Hours: Tue. - Sat. 10AM - 5PM; Sun. 1-5PM; Closed Mon.

800 East Palmetto Street Lakeland T 863.688.7743 www.PolkMuseumofArt.org

ANNUAL EXHIBITION FUND SPONSORS

Cowles Charitable Trust Dorothy Chao Jenkins Mark & Lynn Hollis Ron & Becky JohnsonThe Reitzel Foundation The Hazelle Paxson Morrison Foundation BCI Engineers & Scientists Summitt Consulting, Inc.

RetrospectRestorationJanuary 15 - March 26, 2011Exhibition related merchandise available in the Museum Shop

Cultural Arts CouncilMember Organizations:

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 Theatre

Florida Southern College

Frostproof Artist’s League & Gallery

Haines City Community Theatre, Inc.

Historical Lake Wales Society

Historical Society of Fort Meade

Imperial Symphony Orchestra

Lakeland Art Guild

Lakeland Choral Society

Lakeland Community Theatre

Lake Wales Arts Center

Lake Wales Little Theatre

Lois Cowles Harrison Center For The Visual & Performing ArtsPlatform ARTPolk County Historical MuseumPolk Museum of ArtPolk State CollegePolk TheatreRidge Art AssociationRidge Music Teachers AssociationRidge Woodcarvers ClubRochelle School of the ArtsSoutheastern UniversitySymphony Guild of Winter HavenTheatre Winter HavenThe Lakeland CenterThe Tuesday Music ClubWarner Southern College

For information on the Cultural Arts Council please email Jennifer Beam at Bok Tower Gardens, Polk Arts Council Chair - [email protected].

Front Cover: Scene fromThe Nutcracker by Florida DanceTheatre. See Page 11.

Back Cover:Top Left: Humberto Calzada Exhibit, Polk Museum of Art.Top Right: Florida Dance Theatre.Bottom Center: Scene from Spamalot, Lakeland Center.

Volume 13 Number 1

WINTER 2010

Arts In Education ............................................. Pages 4-5Bach Festival of Central Florida ............................. 8 Bartow Art Guild .................................................Page 8Bartow Performing Arts ....................................... Page 16Bok Tower Gardens ............................................ Page 17Calendar of Events ........................................ Pages 18-22Citrus Lakes Chorus ..............................................Page 6Cultural Arts Council Directory & Map ...................... Page 15Explorations V Children’s Museum .......................... Page 30Florida Dance Theatre ........................................ Page 11Florida Southern College...................................... Page 12Frostproof Art League ...........................................Page 9Haines City Community Theatre ............................. Page 33Imperial Symphony Orchestra ........................... Pages 24-25Lakeland Community Theatre ................................ Page 26Lake Wales Arts Center ....................................... Page 32Lake Wales Little Theatre .................................... Page 41Platform Art .................................................... Page 10Polk Arts Alliance ............................................... Page 14Polk County Historical Museum .............................. Page 28Polk County Tax Collector - Kids Tag Art .................... Page 31 Polk Museum of Art ............................................ Page 29Polk State College ............................................. Page 13Ramon Theater ................................................. Page 43Ridge Art Association .......................................... Page 23Southeastern University ....................................... Page 36The Lakeland Center .......................................... Page 39Theatre Winter Haven ...........................................Page 7Tuesday Music Club ............................................ Page 40Warner Southern College ..................................... Page 41

Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division ofCultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council, The Central Florida Visitors Bureauand the National Endowment for the Arts

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Art-i-facts • A Publication of the Polk Arts Alliance

Editor: Meri Mass Executive Director, Polk Arts Alliance

P L E A S E C A L L

863.422.8651O R E M A I L

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEMIKE LaPAN

President

MARTHA ROE BURKEVice President

MANDY SANDERSCo-Treasurer

SUZETT WELLINGCo-Treasurer

CYNTHIA HAFFEYSecretary

JENNIFER BEAMCultural Art Council Chair

CINDY HARTLEY ROSSPast President

DIRECTORSROBERT CLANCEY

DAN CLARKKARL HESSER

LISA KAISER HICKEYLEN JORDAN

CINDY RODRIGUEZ

EX OFFICIOBOB ENGLISH

County Commissioner

DR. SHERRY NICHOLSSuperintendent,

School Board of Polk County

EXECUTIVE DIRECTORMERI MASS

Art Resource CouncilNANCY HALE HOYT

Chair

SUE BENTLEYREBECCA BRANDONANDY HERNANDEZ

DR. EILEEN HOLDENDR. ANNE KERR

BRIAN KIERDOUG SMALLEDIE YATES

NIV BEN YEHUDA

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As the Polk Arts Alliance enters its 2010-2011 new fiscal year, I’m excited tobegin our Cultural Arts season as president of the Polk Arts Alliance. We lookforward to a season of great events, foremost are: the Cultural Arts RecognitionProgram (CARP) celebration on December 14th, the 5th Annual Race for the Artson March 5th, and working on creating a month long Cultural Arts Celebration inPolk County starting in October 2011 in conjunction with National Arts month, justto name a few. There are so many wonderful events throughout Polk County, we are so fortunate to have such a rich and valuable cultural arts community and I’m looking forward to helping promote and expand Polk County as the Cultural Arts Destination. I have many ideas to share and focus on over the next year starting with showcasing theevolution of the Polk Arts Alliance that started as a vision, and has expanded in just few short years. I pledge to work towards bringing to reality an organization that serves not only the Arts but serves as a beacon for all of the Cultural Arts organizations within Polk County for all artists, arts educators and arts groups. We expect to provide a unified voice towards celebrating the cultural arts and the important role it plays in economic development, community sustainability and education as well as leisure and entertainment. The responsibility to preserve and grow the cultural arts community is theresponsibility of the citizens who understand the importance the arts brings to every community and on all levels by getting the attention and recognition of our politicians and business community. On the State level the Florida cultural arts appropriations has fallen from #2 to 49th in the country in just a few short years! This is a very dangerous and egregious position and it is up to us to create a unified voice and support the arts and funding for all of us. In these difficult economic times we need to support and remain cognoscente of the importance the Cultural Arts play in providing the quality of life we have come to enjoy and expect in Polk County. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank immediate past president, Cindy Ross, whose dedication and passion guided the Alliance through some rough times, stayed focused on themission and kept us on course, as well as taking on the arduous task of editing and improving Art-i-facts Magazine every issue and doing a great job!

Mike LaPan

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Mike LaPan


The Symphony Guild continues its holidaytradition of offering the spectacular“Holiday Concert!” The joy of the sea-son will be upon us all as a programof classics and favorites will be offered.Featuring the Imperial SymphonyOrchestra, the holiday concert is sched-uled for Monday, December 6, 2010 at 7:00pm at the Polk State College Fine ArtsTheatre,Winter Haven Campus.Tickets$15.00.Valet parking wil be provided.

We will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with“Champagne & Shamrocks ” on Friday,March 11, 2011 at 6:30 pm, with theOrlando Philharmonic Orchestra.WinterHaven will really be dressed in green as wepresent our 17th annual fund raiser con-cert. With free champagne at your table,elegant hors d’oeuvres and delectabledesserts will be served to perfection! Thisevent will be held at Nora Mayo Hall. MainStreet Winter Haven will co-produce thisevent.Tickets $100.00.Valet parking wil be provided.

Concluding our season will be the “YoungPeople’s Concert” Sunday, May 1, 2011,featuring the Harrison Arts CenterSymphony Orchestra presented as a freecommunity event to the public.We notonly salute the Harrison Center’s orches-tra in performance, but also support theeducational opportunity it affords ouryouth as a county-wide performing artshigh school. Concert time will be 3:00 pmat Polk State College Fine Arts Theatre,Winter Haven campus.

The Symphony Guild of Winter Haven,a non-profit organization, proudly enters itstwentieth season of “nurturing the musi-cal arts.”

It is our mission to bring the symphonicexperience to as many citizens in our com-munity through a series of concerts andactivities during our performanceseason.The Symphony Guild has establishedstudent scholarship programs at Polk StateCollege, enabling qualifying students theopportunity to continue their educationalpursuits. Our cultural tradition continuesthrough the 2010-2011 season.

To swing into our new season, theOver-55-Dance-Band will be presentedin concert on Theatre Winter Haven’sstage, on Tuesday, October 5, 2010.Whileyou tap your feet in your seat or dare todance in the aisle, you will be entertainedgalore listening to the big band dancefavorites of the 30s, 40s and 50s! Thisevening will begin at 6:30 pm with a mem-ber social and wine tasting in the Ridge ArtAssociation’s gallery, followedby the concert at 7:30 pm. Guild memberswill receive complimentary tickets basedon the level of membership renewal. Non-member tickets are $15 per person.

Nurturing the Arts

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Holiday Concert

Champagne Shamrocks

Young People’s Concert

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The Ramon Theater Lives on asthe Heart of Downtown Frostproof The entire town lined up outside The Ramon Theater shortly after its creation in 1925 and continuedto support it until the 1960’s. Now, thanks to the Frostproof Chamber of Commerce, the theater onceagain serves as the heart of downtown in 2010. The Chamber purchased the antiquated theater andrestored it with three matching fund grants awarded by the state and an additional grant from the Polk County Commissioners. The theater is equipped to show movies, though it mostly functions as a place of celebration and play. From weddings,concerts, mystery dinner shows, and galas, The Ramon Theater hosts a variety of events sure to entertain. Two of the most successful programs include the Theater’s murder mystery dinner shows and its live music series. The quarterly dinner shows feature a new theme every time. Mayor Kay Hutzelman has said that the actors get so into character that she felt moved to start a collection of costumes for use in other upcoming events. Audience members should prepare to be stumped; the colorful actors have been known to fool even professional detectives. Shows include an appetizer, dinner, dessert, and beverage. According to Chamber director Eddie Hutzelman, the music series is every bit as theatrical as the mystery dinners, with musicians such as Dwight Icenhower performing as Elvis Presley and Elton John in the same night on January 29th, 2011, and MoonDancer bringing a rhythmic mixture of jazz, swing, and blues to Frostproof on the evening of February 12th, 2011. Additionally, on March 12, 2011 the Ramon Theater welcomes back The Repeatles, a 50’s and 60’s cover band that played a nearly sold out show last year. All concerts cost $20 at the door, but if you purchase ahead of time the tickets cost only $15. The Ramon Theater also offers a full music series ticket for $75. For a complete listing of the seven musical programs for this coming season, call the Ramon Theater at 1-863-635-7222 or the Frostproof Chamber of Commerce at 1-863-635-9112. The theater brings to Frostproof a center for the creative arts. Yet, all residents of Polk Countywould enjoy a visit to The Ramon. The historic spirit of the vaudeville stage lingers on and leavesan impression upon any visitor, making the theater much more than an old building that houseslocal music and performances. The Frostproof Chamber, to the benefit of Polk County, haspreserved an important vestige of theater history.

Rediscover Arts on the Park One of the oldest buildings in downtown Lakeland now offers one of the freshest perspectives to thecommunity. Christine Boring, executive director of Arts on the Park, is overseeing the clean up and repairsof the 98-year-old building. The gallery, once a shoe store, has several rooms tucked away beyond the famous spiralstaircase in the center of the main floor. The rooms upstairs provide a Members Gallery and the Sunlight Gallery which may also be used for classes or special events. In 2011, several classes will be held in both the upstairs and downstairs galleries. Additionally, Christine will expand the gallery’s hours. Arts on the Park is currently open from 11:00 to 4:00 Tuesday through Saturday. Chris-tine wants to stay open into the evening and offer live music to the dinner crowds on weekends. The Artist’s Showcase, which runs through the end of December, will feature many evenings with extended hours. Christine’s fresh perspective for the gallery also largely benefits the contributing artists in the Lakeland and Polk communi-ties. Artists may participate in juried monthly art shows. Arts on the Park is the only gallery in Lakeland offering juried monthly art shows. Christine feels that the juried shows are “a great way for emerging artists to get their feet wet in the art world.” They also allow established artists to stay connected to the local art community. The shows help artists build more than just resumes. They also gain confidence and a chance to earn a cash prize awarded during Lakeland’s First Friday events. The next juried show takes place in February, because in January, the winners of the 2010 fine arts show will exhibit their work for the month. All artists 18 and up are encouraged to participate. Those younger than 18 may participate in the gallery’s yearly high school show. Christine explains that many notable artists who started their careers at Arts on the Park went on to win awards at other shows. Some artists have even hosted their own shows, including Carol Frye, Gregory Jones, Tara Milliken, and Tom Mack, to name a few. Whether they are now involved with other galleries, teaching, or running a guild, all of these artists share a common experience of personal growth through their connection with Arts on the Park. The year 2011 looks promising for Arts on the Park. With repairs underway, the promise of extended hours and juried art shows, the community anticipates a new look at their favorite old gallery. In the meantime, Christine and the Board of Directors look for-ward to striving toward “something we have not done before.”

Daniel E. Stetson Installed asPresident of Florida Association of Museums Daniel E. Stetson, the Executive Director of Polk Museum of Art, was installed as the President of the Florida As-sociation of Museums (FAM) during their annual conference in September. Not only is Stetson the first Polk County arts representative to be the President of FAM, he is also the first art museum director to be appointed to that position, which is a two-year term. FAM is a not-for-profit professional organization for Florida’s museums and museum professionals. The mission of the Association is to represent and address the needs of the museum community, enhancing the ability of museums to serve the public interest. The Association encourages excellence in its members by promoting communication through which its members share information and resources, effect legislation and promote support of museums.

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ducationArts In EducationIlene Fins Brings Theatre toPolk State College’s Lakeland Campus Polk State College welcomes Ilene Fins as a new adjunct theatre professor to itsLakeland Campus. Fins will utilize her eclectic background in professional directing,teaching, and stage combat to expand Polk State College’s theatre program. Currently,Fins is the dean of theater as well as an acting instructor at Harrison School for the Arts. Her work with Polk State College begins with the class Acting 1 Fundamentals, the first theatre class at thecollege’s Lakeland campus. Fins spends her summers teaching in Seattle at the Seattle Children’s Theatre. Her experience inspires students; she encourages those without an acting background to take her classes to explore the subject. Polk State College hopes to eventually stage plays in Lakeland inaddition to Winter Haven.Editorial by Lauren Anderson

Davenport School of the Arts NamedMusic Demonstration School for 2010-2013 Term The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has named Davenport School of the Arts (DSOTA) a MusicDemonstration School from 2010 to 2013. Only six other schools in Florida share the title. DSOTA earnedthe same honor on two previous occasions, from 2003-2006 and again from 2007-2010. Winners must prove themselves technically and philosophically; the schools must possess strongperformance records along with comprehensive music education programs. For the next three years,DSOTA will open its campus to host various teachers and school board officials. To fulfill the title, theschool will work with the observers to discuss ideas on how to improve music education.

Florida Dance Theatre’s Season of Giving Carol Erkes, Artistic & Founding Director of Florida Dance Theatre, along with Associate Director/ResidentChoreographer Freddie De Jesus and a company of professional dancers from around the world, have beenenriching Polk County for the past seventeen years. The company will continue to perform for the community to welcome in 2011, most notably The Nutcracker. Perhaps even more importantly, the dancers will continue to teach and inspire children through their instruction in classes at the Academy and their participation invarious outreach and educational programs. The Dance Extensions program, a summer camp and scholarship training program funded by the GeorgeW. Jenkins Fund from within the Community Foundation of Greater Lakeland, provides children withopportunities to build self-confidence, discipline, and develop interpersonal relationships with otherchildren. In 2010 alone, 33 students were awarded scholarships for two classes a week at Florida DanceTheatre for an entire season. The scholarships cover all expenses, from leotards to tights to shoes. For the11th consecutive season, Publix Super Markets Charities has funded scholarships for children ages 6 through18. Carol wants all children, regardless of economic background or level of experience to “be allowed thatjoy that comes from your heart, your soul,” that is, the joy that comes with dancing. Yet, Florida Dance Theatre’s giving spirit and glamorous dancers deflect attention from a company thatsurvives mostly on the enduring passion of artists, all of whom must take supplementary jobs because ofminimal salaries. Even Freddie De Jesus must divide his time as a choreographer and assistant director. Carol has said that “the company wouldn’t exist without his choreographic vision and artistry.” Carol also admitted that although she has volunteers, she is the only person in the office and sometimes ends up working fourteen hour days. With a laugh Carol explained that “when I leave here, I don’t go sit by the pool and eat bonbons, I’m at the computer looking for grants to write, trying to keep our heads above water.” As for the dancers, Carol dreams of one day being able to provide them with enough income so that their sole focus may be as dancers. Until then, performers such as Mai Okubo of Japan continue to make do even though they are far from home. Carol explained that in addition to attracting dancers from Japan, Florida Dance Theatre’sreputation has attracted dancers from New York, Colorado, North Carolina, Virginia, and Canada (last season) as well. They have all packed up and moved to Polk County to be a part of the professional dance company.

Now, the community may give back to one of theorganizations that offer so much to its children and residents. Support Carol, Freddie, and the dancers as they perform “The Nutcracker” at the Polk Theatre in Lakeland onDecember 11th and 12th and in Bartow on December 18th,as well as “Dancin’with the Big Band” on February 6th atPolk State College.


Tis’ the Season! A very busy andexciting holiday season is upon us.This is the place to be with so manygreat events throughout Polk County by all of our cultural arts council members. The winter season exemplifies world class arts, entertainment, educational facilities and programs that surround us, enriching the quality of life we experience in Polk County.

The Polk Arts Alliance began its newfiscal year 2010-2011 in October with a very productive andmotivated strategic planning session facilitated by our new board member, Martha Roe Burke. There is such great enthusiasmand excitement that comes with a new fiscal year and I amgrateful for the insight, wisdom and contributions of our boardof directors. The 2011 objectives include the determinationto develop the image of Polk County as the “Cultural ArtsDestination” (that we are); bring global awareness to all thatPolk County has to offer in the arts and cultural tourism. We can create a cultural arts branding because of the vast, world class venues that exist right here in our backayrd!

As the county’s cultural arts agency, PAA will be (and has been) working with the other county and state arts agencies to bring our state funding back for arts and education to a level closer to where it once was and it should be, with all we haveto offer in Florida. Times are tough but we need to recognizethe arts for their business and ecomonic impact, culturalenrichment, jobs, tourism and community sustainability. We need to be recognized and appreciated for what we have to offer inour communities that enhance and defines our “Quality of Life.”

A new year is also a difficult time when board members (and friends) roll off the board and go on their way venturing into new areas. They will be missed by me. The three I will greatly miss (although they are not going far!) is past president for two years, Cindy Hartley Ross, who was an inspiration in energy, vision and editor of Artifacts and is a great friend. Past President Jane Patton who had such patience and guidance with all the events and obstacles I was faced with and was always there for me with direction and help at anytime. And Nancy Hoyt, who I consider an advisor and friend, possessing such wisdom and knowledge of the cultural arts in Polk County. Nancy is one of several keyfigures in the creation of the PAA and it would not exist if it were not for Nancy. I only hope I can move forward with the same grace and wisdom these three women have so patientlyadministered in everything they do. The Polk Arts Alliance exists because of their vision and determination. We all Thank-YOU!

Meri Mass

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You are warmly invited to hone yoursinging skills and enjoy some vintage musicAmericana at Polk County’s Citrus LakesChorus. We meet Mondays at the big First Methodist Church, 72 Lake Morton Drive, Lakeland, FL in their state-of-the-art Adult Choir room. We have just begun to prepare new musicfor our big gala spring concert. This means thatseasoned and new members all begin together at the same starting line. We will be singing in our fancy outfits at various functions in Polk County during the year, especially during the fall, winter, and spring months. We can help you with voice placement if you have some doubts about what voice you sing. We are learning together all the time about how to sing better. These are a great bunch of guys. Youwill enjoy the camaraderie. Learn more athttp://www.citruslakeschorus.com or fromthe president, Alton Smith, 863 815-9783.

1413 Hammock Shade Drive • Lakeland, FL 33809-2315Phone: 863 815-9783 • Fax: 863 815-9783

Email: [email protected]

Citrus Lakes Chorus

www.lakewalesartscouncil.org1099 SR 60 East, Lake Wales, FL • (863) 676-8426

Local and National Fine Arts ExhibitionsUpdike Hall Live Concert Performance Series

Lake Wales Chorale - Lake Wales Youth ChoraleSummer ArtsCamp - Adult Art Classes - Lectures

Rental Space for Special Events

Lake Wales Arts Center Lake Wales Arts Center Michael Crews Gallery Open Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Reality Theatre

Chain O’Lakes Complex • 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd. • Winter Haven, FL 33880Administrative Offices: 299-2672 • Box Office: 294-SHOW • Fax: 291-3299 • [email protected] • www.TheatreWinterHaven.com


If you’re already familiar with people of history, do you think you’d more likely enjoy a play that puts them in it? Does notoriety become a pointer to literary success? In a musical, does the success of the song guarantee the success of the script? In the fugitive art form known as “theatre,” where the effect is imme-diate and the memory short-lived, there have been a reservoir of pro-ductions centered on historical figures or popular groups. But the victory of the play is never guaranteed by lives lived or music made. Picking a person as your subject may be seem a leap closer to picking a winner as a play. Put a known player in the drama and you’re already on first base, for the writer he may hope, for the audience it may be.

Reality Theatre, we might call it. Shakespeare included over 100 at-the-time-dead people in his stories---Caesar, Mark Anthony, Cleopatra, Richard and a boatload of the Henrys. Did that make a difference to his audience? Musicals have been launched around existing and defunct groups or their music. Do the notes and the notable engender greater appeal? The famous and the infamous have become songsters and hucksters onstage. Hum along with history and you have less work to do, right? In the end, does the production more likely triumph because we may come armed with historical presumptions or gleeful tunes in our heads? Here are some shows that have succeeded. Many of the titles are self explanatory, others require a mordant word or two. Witness a few of the hits:

THE MUSICALS Jersey Boys (The Four Seasons) - Oh what a night! You couldn’t find a 5th row ticket to this show for a year--unless you were willing to pay $300. And it’s still running. Forever…Patsy Cline - She may have died in a plane crash in 1963 but there are at least two musicals that celebrate her longevity. This is one of the most performed plays ever about a musical icon. Gypsy - (Rose Lee) The saga of the ultimate stage mother. Let her entertain you…with three revivals times on Broadway and a made-for-TV movie with Bette Midler. Million Dollar Quartet (Johnny Cash, Elvis, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis) - The only time these four gathered at Sun Records Studio, where they all began, in a rousing tribute still on Broadway. It’s a quartet of testosterone giants. Rain, Beatlemanianow, etc. Tribute shows to the world’s most popular group keep coming back-eight days (shows) a week. Rain, titled on a Beatles’ song, is also currently on Broadway. Assassins - Just when you thought it was safe to see a musical, this show brought to the stage -in song- killers and would-be killers of American presidents. Join Squeaky Fromme, Lee Harvey Oswald and John Wilkes Booth in Stephen Sondheim’s dance of death. It’s brilliant. Buddy! (Buddy Holly) - This show ran for nine years in London. Do the English really like Peggy Sue more than we do? Evita - Andrew Lloyd Webber puts Cuban revolutionary Che Gue-vara and Argentinean pants-wearing Eva Peron together in a musical of ambition and arrogance. Don’t Cry for Andrew, he’s a gazillonaire by now. Annie Get Your Gun - (Annie Oakley). She shouts. She shoots. She sings. They say There’s No Business Like Show Business--unless you’re mounting the new Spiderman musical for 60 million.

Funny Girl - Barbra Streisand took on the role of comedian Fanny Brice and asked that you please not rain on her parade. It certainly didn’t for Barbra. She won both the Tony and Oscar for Best Actress. And yes, that’s how she spells it. Sunday in the Park With George - Imagine someone writes a Pulitzer-prize winning musical about the painter, George Seurat. Imagine that someone is Stephen Sondheim. A Touch of Rosemary - (Clooney, that is. George would be proud). Nine (Federrico Fellini) - Actually loosely based on the movie 81/2 loosely based on the director’s life that launched a film in which Daniel-Day Lewis sang loosely. That’s based on attendance. Fiorello - LaGuardia. How many New Yorkers had an airport named for them?

Other musicals:American Song - (Woody Guthrie) Ring of Fire - (Johnny Cash) Barnum The Unsinkable Molly BrownGeorge M! - (George M. Cohan)

NO NOTES, JUST NOTABLES The Diary of Anne Frank - This Pulitzer prize-winning play, based of course, on the diary of a young Holocaust victim. Her father, Otto Frank, found the diary on the floor of their Amsterdam hiding place, scattered among the items pilfered by the Nazis. Anne had the last word here. The Miracle Worker (Helen Keller) - As inspiring a subject as there ever was. As moving a production as there ever could be. A Man for All Seasons (Sir Thomas Moore) - He lost his head for opposing the king but England gained a martyr. The actor gained an Oscar. Frost/Nixon - Humpty Dumpty came crashing down. You may only remember the movie with Frank Langella as Nixon, but he first began the role on Broadway. You may have forgotten the President. Copenhagen - In 1941 German physicist Werner Heisenberg went to Copenhagen to see his Danish counterpart, Niels Bohr. Together they had revolutionized atomic science in the 1920s, but now they were on opposite sides of a world war. Golda’s Balcony - A one woman show about a singular woman, Golda Meir, the prime minister of Israel, who could have given the order for another Holocaust and chose peace. The Farnsworth Invention - Two visionaries who raced to invent the television in a script by the writer who brought us The Social Network, A Few Good Men and West Wing. The man loves a good battle.

Other non-musicalsGive ‘em Hell, Harry - (Harry Truman) Bully - (Teddy Roosevelt)Murder in the Cathedral - (Thomas Becket) Sunrise at Campobello - (FDR)Inherit the Wind - The so-called “Scopes Monkey Trial” Abe Lincoln in Illinois with giants Clarence Darrow & Wm Jennings Bryan The Lark (Joan of Arc)Good Night and Good Luck (Edward R. Murrow) The Elephant Man Camping with Henry & Tom (Henry Ford & Thomas Edison) Tru (Truman Capote)The Lion in Winter - Henry and Eleanor embrace in battle for Vincent (Van Gogh) which son will carry the sun. A play, a movie, a classic. Amadeus (Wolfgang, that is)The World of Carl Sandburg Will Rogers FolliesThe Belle of Amherst (Emily Dickinson)And one of the most recent? The Lady With all the Answers - Her real name was Eppie Lederer. Readers knew her as Ann Landers. A one-woman show about a million other Americans with problems before Paris Hilton and the Internet.

There are more, to be sure. Flops?? Yep, the songs of Paul Simon found no audience in a show called Capeman, based on a New York crime. Another crime? The Beach Boys had a loser called Good Vibrations, which was neither good nor caused any critic to vibrate. It closed after 11 weeks and lost more than money for the group. Mack & Mabel, centered around the great film director Mack Sennet and composed by the tunesmith who penned Hello Dolly and La Cage au Faux--- lasted eight weeks. There are, of course, others, but it’s too painful to recall….. Now, you could write a musical about the ultimate historical person in the western world. You might call it Jesus Christ Superstar, or Godspell. Then you’d be at least on second base looking at home.

Norm Small

Theatre Winter Haven has some real theatre onstage withRun for Your Wife - Dec. 2-19 and

Pump Boys and Dinettes Jan. 13-Feb 6.Full disclosure: all characters are fictional

but guaranteed to be entertaining nevertheless.

Monday Mornings10 am-noon - Serendipity. Get together for all artists

in any medium to paint, chat and discuss art.

Tuesday Afternoon3 pm-6 pm. Kappy Williams holds art class for youngchildren ages 7-14. Call Kappy at 533-2600 to register.

Classes will start on Tuesday, September 7.

Tuesday Evening6:30-8:30 pm. Beginning adult watercolor class.

Call Kappy Williams to register and for asupply list at 533-2600.

www.bartowartguild.com

The Bartow Art Guild programs for the new year will feature Rick Olivo giving an art critique for the January 17th meeting. In February the meet-ing will be held on Monday February 21st in the art room of Bartow High School and will be presented by the art students of Tony Piekarski. On March 21st Karen DeMichael will give a dem-onstration on printmaking. The meetings are held in the adult lounge at the Bartow Civic Center except for the February meeting and program. All the programs are open to the general public and the art guild always welcomes visitors. The Bartow Art Guild has a wonderful website where members and their paintings are listed. Also all events are noted along with special links pertaining to the arts. There are downloads to events too. The site is: www.bartowartguildcom.

Dimension V Exhibit The Dimensions art exhibit will be held at the Polk County Historical Courthouse from March 1st through April 29th. This exhibit features the artworks of guild members with a special theme. This year’s theme is “Art from the Heart.” Tara Milliken is the chairperson for the event.

Bartow Bloomin’ Arts FestivalMarch 5-6, 2011 The Polk County Historical Courthouse and sur-rounding streets will be filled with artists and their tents displaying their artworks and vying for $15,000 in prize money and purchase awards. This year’s show will be Saturday and Sunday March 5-6 and will also feature the popular quilt show on the second floor of the old courthouse. The car show will be held on Saturday along Broadway Avenue. There is a garden show and plant sale that will be going on all weekend too. The deadline for entries is December 31st, 2010. An entry form can be downloaded from the Bar-tow Art Guild website: www.bartowartguild.com. The guild is now selling a packet of gallery cards featuring the artworks of guild members. The set can be found for sale for $20 at all art guild events. These gallery cards are beautifullyreproduced and printed byLara Fredrericksen,guild Vice Presidentand officialphotographer.


A r t C l a s s e sat the Bartow Art Guild - 1240 E. Main St., Bartow

Thursday Morning9:30 am-12 noon. Watercolor lessons with Martha Post.Advanced beginners learn to further develop their skills

and appreciation of watercolor painting. Classes willbegin on Thursday, September 2. Call Martha at

533-2884 for information.

Thursday Afternoon3:00-6:00 pm. Kappy Williams teaches children’s artfor age 7-14. First class will begin on September 2.

Call Kappy at 533-2600 to register.

Submitted and written by: Martha Post 533-2884

The busy Winter Season is fast approaching and our friends and members are putting final touches on art work for the January and February shows. January features our annual Fine Arts Show. Entries will be accepted on Jan. 3rd and 4th with the reception being held Sunday afternoon on the 9th. Please call the Gallery and request a flier with the rules and entry information. Diane Lescard is the Chairman for this event and looks forward to seeing all the beautiful works of Art. February will once again be our 3-dArt and Decorative Painting Show. SusanAshenbrenner will be chairing the showthis year. Entries will be accepted on Wednesday, February 2 during regular hours. For more information please callthe Gallery for a brochure. March features three great events. The Annual Wearable Art Show will be on March 8 at 1:00 PM. The theme will be Baubles, Bangles and Beads. Members are already preparing for the show as I write this. Kay Hutzelman is the chairperson. Our annual Quilt display will be on


Experience a hands-on, fun-filled adventure in learningon three floors of kid-powered exhibits and programs!

Dec. 20-30 & Jan 3. Out of School Holiday Camps (Excluding Weekends & Dec. 24)

February 26, 2011 Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration

March 26, 2011 A Night at the Museum Gala ... Celebrating 20 Years of Creativity!

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exhibit the entire month of March. Anyone with old or new quilts is welcome to bring them in for this show. Frostproof Photography Club has itsannual show during the month of March also. Again, please call for the showinformation. Several new classes and instructorswill be added to our schedule. Bob Diehlwill be teaching ceramics, Mariela Freire, watercolors, and Martha Neher will be teaching beading. Cathy Futral will beback in February for a series of watercolor classes. December and January mean the end of one year and the beginning of a new one. We will celebrate Christmas on December 12th with a party and an original createdornament exchange. On January 16thwill be our annual members meeting and election of our Board of Directors and New Officers for the year. For more information regarding ourGallery, classes, or shows, please call863-635-7271 or visit us at 12 East Wall St. in downtown Frostproof, Florida.


P.O. Box 1034 • Lakeland, Florida 33802

Learn more about Platform Art at:

www.platformart.org

PechaKucha Night LakelandFriday, January 21, 2011 ~ Location: To be announced

Doors open: 7:20pm ~ Presentations: 8:20pm ~ $5 entry at the door

PechaKucha Night is a social/networking event for creative individuals. Presenters show 20 images for 20 seconds each on a visually or mentally stimulating subject. Entry fees only cover the cost of the event. Any proceeds remaining after the event will be donated to Platform Art.

Platform.5 Youth & Art: Shaping Your Community for a Greener FutureSaturday, February 5, 2011 from 5pm to 8pm

Oasis Community Church ~ 3330 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland

Admission: Students FREE (thru grade 12) ~ Adults: $5 suggested donation

Join us for our popular annual event that features visual art, short films, fashion and a mix of performances given by kids for kids.

Platform.5 Youth & Art Program & EventThe Platform.5 provides a mechanism for Platform Art, Inc. to reach children in grades K-12 through a program that has many of Platform Art’s unique qualities, while remaining age appropriate. Platform.5 serves students, teachers, and families from our diverse geo-graphic region. Last year 30 schools participated and over 1,000 students were impacted by producing artwork in their classrooms. Teachers selected works to show at the juried show and in some schools, multiple students produced a collaborative piece, such as a large mural. Platform.5 project’s underlying philosophy is one of inclusion.

National studies have proven that arts instruction and engagement in the arts by students improves academic performance, leadership skills, self-esteem and instills a desire to achieve. Platform.5 provides just such an experience. The program is embraced by students, teachers, community leaders and local business, and is seen as a valuable supplement to existing Polk County School District and private school arts curriculum.


~ The Nutcracker ~Florida Dance Theatre celebrates the holidays with its annual clas-sic performances of “The Nutcracker.” Open auditions were held in September for dancing roles which include the party scene, soldiers, mice, sheep, and of course, Mother Ginger and her children. The young dancers chosen have the unique opportunity to work closely with the professional dancers of Florida Dance Theatre and to see all of the hard work, discipline, and dedication necessary for a success-ful production. It is a wonderful and exciting learning experience for them as well as a great chance to perform. For some, this may be the only time they get to perform for a live audience and to appreciate the feeling of a job well done.

The performances are part of the Polk Theatre Performance series and will be held on Saturday December 11th at 7:30 p.m. and on

Sunday December 12th at 2:00 p.m. along with 2 “special” children and senior performances on

Thursday Dec. 9th & Friday Dec. 10th & Friday at 10:30 a.m.

For public performance informa-tion call the Polk Theatre at 682-7553. For morning “spe-cial” performances call Florida

Dance Theatre at 802-0399.

Florida Dance Theatre is thrilled to have their “Nutcracker” performances as a

part of the Bartow Chamber’s Performing Arts Series. The program will be held on Saturday,

December 18th. Call the Bartow Chamber for more information 533-7125.

305 West Main • Lakeland, Florida 33815863-802-0399 • [email protected]

www.floridadancetheatre.org

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Dance TheatreDance TheatrePublix SuperMarkets CharitiesFunds Scholarshipsat Florida Dance TheatreAnother Big Thank You goes to Ms. CarolBarnett and Publix Super Markets Charities for the 12th consecutive season. This season they awarded $10,000 for student scholarships for training at the Academy of Florida DanceTheatre. Their continued generosity andsupport over the past 11 years has allowed for over 300 area children to receive full or partial scholarship awards for dance training. Over the years, several of these students have gone onto pursue their professional careers withcompanies including the Joffrey Ballet, BalletMet, Memphis Ballet, Ballet Magnificat, the Smuin Company, and Hartford Ballet. Manystudents have also received scholarships tovarious colleges including Florida State, Gaucher College, and Southern Methodist University. The Auditions were held on FridayNovember 5th at the studios of Florida Dance Theatre. Scholarships were awarded to students ages 6 through 18 for the remainder of the2010-2011 academy season, November 15th through May 2011. An additional $5,000 was awarded to the professional company of FDT for GeneralSupport which will go towards companydancers’ ballet and pointe shoes andcostuming.

Photos by Christine Guzzetta


A Season For The ArtsA Season For The Arts

Florida Southern College is proud to be host this winter to a spectacular sampling of music, theater, art, and stimulating lec-

tures. The Festival of Fine Arts continues its longstand-ing tradition of presenting world-renowned performing artists who share the stage with the College’s talented students and faculty. This year’s exciting visiting artists – including the Grammy-nominated Eroica Trio, The Florida Orchestra with guest pianist Stewart Goodyear, and Lakeland’s own piano protégé Robert Fleitz – create a “Celebration of the Piano.”

Amongtheoutstandingofferingsyou’llfindonFSC’scampus this winter: November 18-21 & December 2-5: The CrucibleThe Department of Theatre Arts presents Arthur Miller’s gripping drama, which uses the historical backdrop of the Salem witch trials as an allegory to 1950s McCarthyism and an exploration of guilt by association. The Crucible won the 1953 Tony Award for “Best Play” and has become a central work in the canon of American drama. Show times: 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2:30 p.m. matinees in the Loca Lee Buckner Theatre. December 4: Christmas GalaRing in the holiday season with sacred and secular music performed by the College’s talented student ensembles and soloists. Every year our patrons remind us that the Christ-mas season begins with “the Gala.” Show time: 7:30 p.m. in Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. January 13:“Calm, Creative Communications in Crisis”FSC alumnus Gary Noesner spent 30 years with the FBI, the last 10 as chief of its Crisis Negotiation Unit, Criti-cal Incident Response Group. He led law enforcement’s response to prison riots, right-wing militia standoffs, reli-gious zealot sieges, terrorist embassy takeovers, airplane hijackings, and overseas kidnappings involving American citizens. In September, he published Stalling for Time, a memoir about his involvement in some of the nation’s most high-profile FBI cases from the last three decades. The Florida Lecture Series event begins at 7 p.m. in the Hollis Room. January 21-February 11: “Kelly Sturhahn”FSC assistant professor of art Kelly Sturhahn exhibits a selection of her work from the past five years. Her investi-

gative, process-oriented approach expands the tradition of the landscape genre. Working simultaneously with textiles, digital photography, drawing, and painting, her work spans two and three dimensions. Opening reception: 7 p.m. Janu-ary 21 in the Melvin Gallery. January 25: Robert Fleitz, pianoSeventeen-year-old prodigy Robert Fleitz, a Lakeland native, began studying piano with his father at age four. He currently studies in the pre-college division of the Juilliard School in New York City. An alumnus of the Bowdoin International Music Festival, the Aspen Music Festival, and the piano master class program at the Banff Centre, he won first place in the Piano Division of the 2008 Bach Festival Society of Winter Park’s young artist competition. Show time: 7:30 p.m. in Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. February 5: Eroica TrioThe most sought-after trio in the world, the Grammy-nominated Eroica Trio electrifies audiences with powerful and passionate performances. After winning the prestigious Naumburg Award, the Eroica Trio was chosen by Carnegie Hall to represent the United States in touring many of the great halls of Europe. Pianist Erika Nickrenz, violinist Susie Park, and cellist Sara Sant’Ambrogio have recorded eight critically acclaimed CDs. Show time: 7:30 p.m. in Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. February 10: “I Can’t Believe All That Happened in Polk County!”On the occasion of Polk County’s 150th anniversary, na-tive son Canter Brown, Jr., will tell tales of some of the extraordinary people and events in the county’s history. He promises to name some of the county’s more colorful saints and scoundrels while underscoring the diversity of Polk’s experience. Without a doubt, his hometown of Fort Meade will come into play, too. One of Florida’s leading historians, Brown is executive vice president and chief legal officer at Fort Valley State University in Georgia. He has written 10 books and numerous articles on Florida and Southern history. The Florida Lecture Series event begins at 7 p.m. in the Hollis Room. February 10-12 & 17-19: Jekyll & HydeThe FSC Department of Theatre Arts presents Steve Cuden and Frank Wildhorn’s Broadway-smash musical, which is based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story of the bril-liant Dr. Henry Jekyll. Dr. Jekyll’s experiments with human personality create a murderous counterpart, the infamous Mr. Hyde. Show times: 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2:30 p.m. matinees in the Loca Lee Buckner Theatre.

February 11: Faculty ShowcaseThe College’s music faculty comprises an extraordinarily gifted group of musicians who perform throughout Central Florida with leading symphony orchestras and small cham-ber ensembles. Join them as they showcase their collective and individual talents in this evening of musical favorites. Show time: 7:30 p.m. in Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. February 18-March 18: “Sam Romero and Gil Rocha: We Are Not Related” Gil Rocha and Sam Romero, both 2007 graduates of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, are interdisciplinary artists whose works have become project-based. They will display paintings and sculptures as well as a series of photographs and videos from Romero’s recent project, titled “Guera.” Opening reception: 7 p.m. February 18, with an artist talk and lecture at 6 p.m. in the Melvin Gallery. February 19: Florida OrchestraFounded in 1968, the Florida Orchestra is one of Florida’s leading performing arts institutions and among the bestin the nation. Stefan Sanderling conducts the FloridaOrchestra, with guest artist Stewart Goodyear performing Gershwin’s high-energy and blues-laced Concerto in F. The program also features a new work by Osvaldo Golijov and Dvorak’s Symphony No. 8. Show time: 7:30 p.m. inBranscomb Memorial Auditorium. February 24: Orchestra ConcertConductor Arthur Pranno leads a dedicated group of music students performing selections from a rich repertoire of orchestral music, including works of Gustav Mahlerin commemoration of the 100th anniversary of thecomposer’s death. From pieces for elegant strings to those forbooming brass, this concert is sure to delight anyorchestral music fan. Show time: 7:30 p.m. in Branscomb Memorial Auditorium.

THEATER & CONCERT TICKETSare available at the Branscomb Box Office

between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.Monday through Friday and

6 to 7:30 p.m. on show dates. Call 863.680.4296or e-mail [email protected].

MELVIN ART GALLERYis open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday throughFriday when the College is in session, as wellas during selected Festival of Fine Arts events.


999 Avenue H, NE • Winter Haven, FL 33881 • 863-297-1000 • www.polk.edu

Retired Musicians StillPerforming with PSC Band

How many times have you heard that someone has retired, but you soon find out he’s in-volved in another job? That’s the situation with Roger Hewitt, the director of Polk State Col-lege’s Over 55 Show Band. He couldn’t let his baton gather dust for very long. In 1988, Roger – then a recent retiree – had an idea of forming a group of retirees into a band that would perform music for fellow retirees. Given the demographics of Polk County, it turned out to be a tremendous hit with the community. The Over 55 Show Band, composed of musicians ranging in age from 42 to 80, have been performing monthly “Big Band” concerts at Polk State’s Winter Haven campus and at area venues for 22 years. This successful run would not have started without Roger Hewitt. He decided to see if he could form a band composed of area senior citizen musicians. “I put these fliers up announcing my plans and the response was incredible! I had more players than I could deal with,” Roger recalled. So he divided the performers by their addresses and created the Over 55 Show Band composed of Polk County residents and the Snowbird Band made up of musicians who live in Florida during the winter. After the Over 55 Show Band performed its first concerts at the college the word spread through the retiree community like wildfire and they soon had a problem. Too many audience members showed up! There were more people than the Fine Arts Theatre could safely handle. Roger explored the possibility of holding their concerts at other venues and then someone sug-gested that instead of asking the audience for donations, they should have tickets and charge admission. That solved the problem. “What a great problem to have!” he said. Roger retired after spending 20 years as a successful band director at various schools in Illi-nois. His first retirement was short lived. He needed to stay busy and he got a job as a salesman on a bread route. In 1983, he was named salesman of the year and the bread company awarded him with a trip to Florida. He fell in love with Florida and soon retired again. He and his wife, Katie, moved to Lakeland in 1983 and left the cold Midwest winters behind them. Five years later, Roger came out of retirement again and was hired as the director of the col-lege’s jazz band, which is composed of traditional age students. Later that year, he developed the Over 55 Band. The group has turned out to be an extended family. “The band is filled with good people and they have become good friends,” Roger said. The group rehearses every Thursday in the Fine Arts building. “They come here and they all get into different discussions. It’s like a bunch of magpies. I say, ‘Let’s play.’ And they say, ‘Don’t bother us. We’re talking.’ ” “The guys have a great sense of humor. Somebody will say something and someone will add something and soon we’re all in hysterics!” One of the things that ties them together is they are a great bunch of musicians, Roger said. At 80 Roger is thinking about retiring again, but then again…. At one point he says he is re-tiring and later he says, “When I retire I don’t know what I’ll do.” But he has decided to lighten his load a bit and no longer is the director of the Snowbird Band, which performs at mobile home parks. Don Pipkin is now the director of that group. Roger continues to focus on the Over 55 Show Band. He selects the numbers and the musi-cal arrangements for the various concerts throughout the year. Each performance is new and unique (except for the Jazzy Christmas concert). There is one number that the Over 55 Show Band performs at the beginning of every concert. It seems to be both the group’s and Roger’s signature piece, “Strike Up the Band!”

Over 55 Show BandPerformance Schedule The Over 55 Show Band will perform in Polk State Col-lege’s Fine Arts Theatre on the Winter Haven campus:

• Dec. 11 and 12 at 2 pm (A Jazzy Christmas) • Jan. 22 and 23 at 2 pm• Feb 26 and 27 at 2 pm• April 9 and 10 at 2 pm• May 22 at 2 pm

Tickets are $8 and are only available in advance by calling 297-1050. Proceeds from the monthly Polk State concerts go to the PSC Foundation and are used for scholarships.

The Drive Is On...TO SUPPORT THEARTS IN FLORIDA

This year at renewal time, choose a Florida State of the Arts license plateand help fund important programs in Polk County including

the visual arts, theatre, music and dance.

Already renewed your tag? Simply visit your local tag office, turn in yourcurrent plate and receive your new one on the spot for a small handling fee.

Patrons of the arts tag may claim a $20 tax deduction for the charitable donation.

www.polkartsalliance.org SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!

Invest in Polk County’s Cultural Arts!

Want to know more aboutThe Polk Arts Alliance?

We are the Chamber for the arts.

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The mission of the Polk Arts Alliance is to cultivate anenvironment in which all the arts flourish. The PAA willaccomplish this through coordination, promotion, advocacy, education and economic development. If you enjoy arts and cultural activities and believe that they are important to our quality of life in Polk County, please consider joining us as a patron of the arts. The Polk Arts Alliance and our cultural arts community need your support.

Polk Arts Alliance Membership Investment Categories

PAA Membership Levels:q Diamond Patron $2,500q Platinum Patron $1,000q Gold Patron $500q Silver Patron $250q Bronze Patron $125q Family $60q Individual $35q Artist/Educator $30q Senior/Student $20

Non-Profit PAAMembership Dues:

(Based on Budget Size)

q Under $50,000 $35

q $50,000-$99,999 $50

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Bartow, FL 33831-0727THANK YOU FOR YOUR INVESTMENT IN THE ARTS!

The Polk Arts Alliance is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. All 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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1 - BARTOWBartow Art GuildP.O. Box 1644 • Bartow, FL 33831863-534-1877 • www.bartowartguild.com

Joe Tedder Tax Collector’sOffice/KIDS Tag ArtBartow, FL 33830 • 863-899-8200

Polk Arts Alliance1350 E. Main St., Ste. A2 P.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 Arts8 W. Palmetto St. • 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 & GalleryP.O. Box 654 • 12 E. Wall St. • Frostproof, FL 33843863-635-7271

5 - HAINES CITYHaines City Community Theatre, Inc.801 Ledwith Ave. • P.O. Box 1452Haines City, FL 33845863-421-1893 • www.hainescitytheatre.com

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

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

Citrus Lakes Chorus1413 Hammock Shade Dr. • Lakeland, FL 33809863-815-9783 • www.citruslakeschorus.com

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.flairmuseum.org

Florida Dance Theatre305 W. Main • P.O. Box 831 • Lakeland, FL 33802863-802-0399 • www.floridadancetheatre.org

Florida Southern College111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. • Lakeland, FL 33801 863-680-4117 • www.flsouthern.edu

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 Center700 W. Lemon St. • Lakeland, FL 33801863-834-8111 • www.thelakelandcenter.com

Lakeland Choral Society, Inc.P.O. Box 3157 • Lakeland, FL 33802863-682-3305 • www.lakelandchoralsociety.org

Lakeland Community TheatreLake Mirror Theatre • 121 S. Lake Ave.P.O. Box 2603 • Lakeland, FL 33806863-603-7529www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

Lakeland MontessoriMiddle SchoolP.O. Box 3528 • Lakeland, FL 33802863-398-9569 • www.lakelandmontessorimiddle.com

Lois Cowles Harrison CenterFor The Visual & Performing Arts750 Hollingsworth Rd. • Lakeland, FL 33801863-499-2855

Melvin Gallery (FSC)863-680-4743

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 Clubwww.ridgewoodcarversclub.org

Rochelle School of the Arts1501 N. Martin L. King Ave. • Lakeland, FL 33805

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

The Tuesday Music ClubP.O. Box 2524 • Lakeland, FL 33803

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.boksanctuary.org

Lake Wales Art Center1099 S.R. 60 E. • P.O. Box 608Lake Wales, FL 33859863-676-8426 • www.lakewalesartscenter.org

Lake Wales Little Theatre411 N. Third St. • P.O. Box 3428Lake Wales, FL 33859-3428863-676-1266

Ridge Music Teachers Association42 Hickory Hammock Rd. • Lake Wales, FL 33859863-676-9791 • [email protected]

Warner Southern College13895 Hwy. 27 • Lake Wales, FL 33859863-638-7225 • www.warner.edu

8 - WINTER HAVENPolk State CollegeCultural Events: 863-297-1050www.polk.edu

Ridge Art Association210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., SW • Winter Haven, FL 33880863-291-5661 • www.ridgeart.org

Symphony Guild of Winter Haven56 Fourth Street, NW • Winter Haven, FL 33881863-293-5214

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

Cultural Arts Council Directory & MapPAA Cultural Arts Member Organizations

We are creating a new Arts Map andwelcome your input. If you are not “on

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Bartow Performing Arts SeriesOffers Season of VarietyHoliday dance, gospel music, twin pianists,hog wild art and a comedy about widows:That’s Entertainment!

And that’s Bartow Performing Arts Series’ fourth season, running December through April with something for every taste, from classic to emerging art. BPAS, a Bartow Area Chamber Foundation program, opens thisseason Dec. 18, with “Nutcracker Suite” at 7:30 p.m. in the BartowElementary auditorium. Florida Dance Theatre presents “The Nutcracker,”a favorite holiday tradition that transports the audience to the beautiful Land of Snow and the majestic Garden of the Sweets. “Leap of Faith” on Jan. 29 will feature hand-clapping, toe-tapping music featuring community choirs celebrating faith, family and heritage. This program also is at 7:30 p.m. in the Bartow Elementary auditorium. Identical twins? Identical baby grand pianos? That means a visit from Mark & Clark, energetic entertainers who have performed all over the world from sold-out shows in Las Vegas and Atlantic City to cruise ships to a circuit in Florida to Europe and Asia. The duo has produced gold albums in five countries and performs selections from Elton John and Billy Joel to Ferrante & Teicher. Mark & Clark are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 26, in theBartow Elementary auditorium. For something completely different, Platform Art, a local area arts and entertainment organization, will present “Hog Wild” at 7:30 p.m. March 26 at Polk County Historical Museum. An eclectic mix of visual arts — paintings, film, sculpture, photography — plus fashion, music andperformance art was a hit last season and returns witha new theme for the 2010-11 season. Polk County’s Historic Courthouse is the setting for a motorcycle-themed event “that will intrigue, stimulate and excite.” It’s all the arts in one place at one time. BPAS presents its first non-musical play to end the season on April 30 and May 1 back at Bartow Elementary auditorium. “The Cemetery Club” is a bittersweet comedy about three Jewish widows from Queens as they learn to move on with their lives after losing their husbands. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on April 30 and 2:30 p.m. on May 1. All of this entertainment comes at a price, so sponsors are essentialin presenting a season of performing arts. Donations from individuals,businesses and organizations keep arts in the community, enhancing the quality of life and also positively impacting the economy, Chamber ofCommerce Executive Director Jeff Clark explains. Tickets for the 2010-11 season go on sale Wednesday, Oct. 20, and unlike most other things in life, the price hasn’t gone up. General admission tickets are $15 per show. Senior (55 or better) tickets are $12 per show and students K-12 are $10. A child not yet in school is free with a paying adult. Season tickets offer savings when purchased before the opening show in December. General admission adult tickets for the season are $50 for all five shows, $35 for seniors, and $25 for students. This is a $25 savings for the five-show season. For more information on the Bartow Performing Arts Series, tickets or sponsorships, call the Bartow Chamber of Commerce or the Bartow Area Chamber Foundation at 533-7125.



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Christmas at Pinewood Holiday Home TourNovember 26, 2010 - January 2, 2011

Designers deck the halls of the 20-room Pinewood Estate mansion during our holiday home tour with this year’s theme, “Christmas Memories.” Visitors return year after year to enjoy the spirit of one of Central Florida’s favorite holiday events while also enjoying a day of relaxation from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season at one of America’s finest gardens!

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Fall CalendarNOW SHOWINGThrough December: Artists Showcase.A shopping opportunity with extended hours on thefollowing days: Thanksgiving evening from 5-9pm; Tues., Dec. 2 and Fri. Dec. 3 - reception awards & shopping; Dec. 10 - extended hours. Arts On The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.Through Dec. 12: Art and Design: Unity.Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Through Jan. 2: Student Exhibition: Art Out Loud: Artwork by Middle School Students.Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Through Jan. 8: Visual Unity 2. Polk Museumof Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Through Jan. 8: Eye See America: Through the Lens of Joshua Mann Pailet. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Through Jan. 30: Photos in Ink. Polk Museumof Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Nov. 29-Dec. 3: Gallery Exhibit - Aids Quilt.Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.

DECEMBER Dec. 1-27: Polk County Kids Tag Art on Exhibit at MIDFLORIDA Bank, Highland City, 5301 U.S. Highway 98 South.Dec. 1-31: Thomas Mack. Featured in the upstairs gallery. Arts On The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.Dec. 1: RAW TV. Bolin Studio, 7pm and 9pm.Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Dec. 1: Holiday Card Party Luncheon. 11:30-3pm. Cost - $15.00. Enjoy a special holiday time with friends and attend this event. A delicious luncheon will give you plenty of energy to play your favorite card or board games at this Ways and Means Project. Tuesday Music Club, 421 E. Park Street, Lakeland. Dec. 1-Jan. 2, 2011: Christmas at Pinewood Holiday Home Tour. Additional ticket required for holiday home tour. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Dec. 1–31: Seasonal Carillon Music. 1pm & 3pm. Included with general admission. Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Dec. 2-5: The Crucible. Florida Southern College. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2:30 p.m. matinees, Loca Lee Buckner Theatre. 863-680-4296.Dec. 2-22: Black & White & Read All Over.A juried competition. Artist reception: Sat., Dec. 4,6:30-8:30pm. Ridge Art Association, Winter Haven. 863-291-5661.Dec. 2-19: Run For Your Wife. One of the most popular comedies ever on our stage. A cab driver with two wives, two lives and a tight schedule runs into complications. Cases of mistaken identity ensue as he tries to keep both wives from finding out about the other. Tickets $20 Adults & $17 Students. Chain of Lakes Complex, Theatre Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.Dec. 3-5: Sounds of the Season. Fri. 7pm; Sat. 11am & 3pm; Sun. 3pm. Warner Southern College, Lake Wales. 863-638-7225.Dec. 3-19: The Producers. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30pm; Sun. 2pm. Lakeland Community Theatre.863-603-7529.

Dec. 4: Christmas Concert. Bush Chapel, 7:30 pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Dec. 4: Festival of Trees. Ramon Theater, Frost-proof. Beautifully decorated Christmas Trees for your viewing pleasure. 3pm-6:30pm. Cost $1.00 - Info at 863-635-7222 or www.ramontheater.com.Dec. 4: FSC Christmas Gala. Florida Southern College. 7:30 pm, Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. 863-680-4296.Dec. 4-5: PSC Music Student Holiday Concert. 2:30pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Dec. 4 – Feb. 3, 2011: Pinewood in Watercolor – Janet King Art Exhibit. 9am-5pm daily. Included with general admission. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Dec. 4: Family Fun Workshop. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 10:30am - noon. Free. 863-688-5423.Dec. 4: Don Felder: An Evening at the Hotel California. Youkey Theatre, 8pm, $75, $43, $35. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Dec. 5: National Youth CheerleadingCompetition. Jenkins Arena, 9am-4pm.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Dec. 6-10: Festival of Trees. Ramon Theater,Frostproof. Beautifully decorated Christmas Trees for your viewing pleasure. 1-3pm. Cost $1.00. Info at863-635-7222 or www.ramontheater.com.Dec. 6: Imperial Symphony Orchestra. Tickets: $15. 7pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Dec. 6-7: Haines City Community TheatreAuditions for “London Suite,” by Neil Simon.Auditions will be held at 7pm at the Clay Cut Center located at 801 Ledwith Avenue in Haines City.863-421-1893.Dec. 7: ISO Masterworks No. 3: Home for Christmas. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $40, $30, $20, Students offer: $20, $15, $10, free parking. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115. Dec. 7: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of Verdi’s Don Carlo. 1:30pm & 7pm. $5.00. Lake Wales Arts Center.863-676-8426.Dec. 7 & 10: Home School Workshops. 10am & 1pm. Sign up for either day. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. Call 863-687-3869 for pricing.Dec. 9: “The Night Before Christmas Carol” Charles Dickens creates his popular Christmas story.Family entertainment. $25 non-members; $20members; $5 students. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Dec. 9: Theatrical Dance Showcase.Bush Chapel, 7:30 pm. $5 general admission.Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Dec. 10: Unpland Improv TV. Bolin Studio, 6pm and 9pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland.863-667-5119.Dec. 10: Christmas Merriment & Masterpieces. The Lake Wales Chorale and Lake Wales Youth Chorale join forces to present a holiday program ranging from traditional to contemporary favorites. 7:30pm. $10 adults, $5 students. Holy Spirit Catholic Church,644 S. 9th Street, Lake Wales. Info and advance tickets:863-676-8426.

Dec. 11: Photos with Santa at the Ramon Theater. Kids/Grandkids. 10am-Noon. Pets with Santa. 1-3pm.5 X 7 Photo - $7.00 . Info at 863-635-7222 orwww.ramontheater.com.Dec. 11: Family Fun Workshop by Polk Museum of Art. Lake Wales Public Library, Lake Wales. 10:30am - noon. Free. 863-688-5423.Dec. 11: Snowflake Ball. Ramon Theater, Frost-proof. Dance to Big Band Sounds. 7pm. Cost TBA. Add’l info at 863-635-7222 or www.ramontheater.com.Dec. 11-12: Over 55 Show Band Concert.Tickets: $8. 2pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Dec. 11-12: The Nutcracker. Performed by Florida Dance Theatre (see article). Polk Theatre, Lakeland. 863-802-0399.Dec. 11-12: 2010 Florida State Gymnastics Championships. Exhibit Hall, (11) 8am-8:30pm,(12) 8am-7pm. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Dec. 12: Lakeland Concert Band. Youkey Theatre, 2:30pm, free admission. Lakeland Center,863-834-8115.Dec. 12: Christmas Merriment & Masterpieces. The Lake Wales Chorale and Lake Wales Youth Chorale join forces to present a holiday program ranging from traditional to contemporary favorites. 3pm. $10 adults, $5 students. Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 221 S. 4th Street, Lake Wales. Info and advance tickets:863-676-8426.Dec. 12 & 14: Auditions for Swing! 6pm.Lakeland Community Theatre. 863-603-7529.Dec. 13-17: Festival of Trees. Ramon Theater, Frostproof. Beautifully decorated Christmas Treesfor your viewing pleasure. 1-3pm. Cost $1.00.Info at 863-635-7222 or www.ramontheater.com.Dec. 13: USF Polytechnic Graduation. Youkey Theatre, 7pm. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Dec. 14: Reflections of Rosemary: Christmas Memories with Debby Boone. Youkey Theatre, 2:30pm & 7:30pm, $65, $40, (evening performance $125 Front Row Club). Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Dec. 14: A Holiday Celebration. Harrison Schoolof the Arts Satin Dolls under the direction of Judy McLaurin will be performing songs for the holidays as well as students from Rebekah Haubry’s Piano Studio. Meeting is held at the Tuesday Music Club Building at 421 E. Park Street at 10:30, followed by a catered luncheon.Dec. 14-25: Public Ice Skating. Jenkins Arena, $7 (includes skate rental), $6 (children 12 & under), $5 (with your own skates) Dec. 14-17 – 6pm-8pm. Dec. 18-23 – 11am-1pm, 2pm-4pm, 6pm-8pm, 9pm-11pm. Dec. 24 – 11am-1pm, 2pm-4pm. Dec. 25 – 6pm-8pm, 9pm-11pm. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Dec. 16: MESSIAH. The Bach Festival of Central Florida presents the Christmas portion of Handel’s MESSIAH with soloists and orchestra conducted by Dr. Carol Krueger. 7:30pm. $15. Updike Hall, Lake Wales Arts Center. Info and advance tickets: 863-676-8426. Dec. 16-Jan 28: The Nine Majors. The nine 2010 Ringling College of Art & Design Trustee Scholars exhibit outstanding examples from the nine major areas of art & design. Opening reception 5-7pm. Michael Crews Gallery. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426. FREE.


Dec. 16: George Frideric Handel’s Messiah.By the Bach Festival Chamber Choir & Orchestra.7:30pm. Lake Wales Arts Center, Lake [email protected]. 17: George Frideric Handel’s Messiah.By the Bach Festival Chamber Choir & Orchestra.7:30pm. Church of the Ascension, [email protected]. 17: Curator tour of the exhibitions Visual Unity 2 and Eye See America: Through the Lens of Joshua Mann Pailet. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 12:15-1pm. Free with Museum admission. 863-688-7743.Dec. 17-18: Christmas at Pinewood Holiday Home Night Tour & Tammerlin WinterSongConcert. 7pm. $38 or 10 percent discount for members; reservations required. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Dec. 18-Apr. 17: Heavy Metal. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Dec. 18: The Nutcracker. Performed by Florida Dance Theatre (see article). As part of the Bartow Chamber event. 863-802-0399.Dec. 18: Christmas Cantata by King’s Trail Church. Ramon Theater, Frostproof. 7pm. Add’l info at863-635-7222 or www.ramontheater.com.Dec. 18: Gingerbread House Workshops.10am-12 noon or 1-5pm. Museum admission of $5 plus $3 per house. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869.Dec. 19: 24K Solid Gold Music Show. YoukeyTheatre, 3pm, $45 Platinum, $37 VIP Gold, $33 VIP, $25 General, $18 Bargain, for tickets call866-884-0291. Lakeland Center.Dec. 20-30: Out of School Holiday Camps.(Excluding weekends & Dec. 24.) Half-day and full day pricing available. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869.Dec. 20-23: Gingerbread House Workshops. 10am-12 noon or 1-5pm. Museum admission of $5 plus $3 per house. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869.Dec. 21: Christmas Concert & Benefit. Theatre Winter Haven Academy presents a concert with all your Christmas favorites and a sing along. This is a benefit to aid the homeless in this season of giving. Chain of Lakes Complex, Theatre Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.Dec. 23: Monty Python’s SPAMALOT. Youkey Theatre, $45. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Dec. 24: REDUCED HOURS for Christmas Eve: 10am -2pm. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Dec. 25: MUSEUM CLOSED for Christmas Day. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743. Dec. 25: Christmas Day Carillon Concerts. 1pm & 3pm. Included with general admission. Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Dec. 26: Kwanzaa Celebration. Polk Museumof Art, Lakeland. 1-3pm. FREE admission.863-688-5423.Dec. 27: The Moscow Ballet Great RussianNutcracker. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $350 VIPpackage, $100, $67.50, $47.50, $37.50, and $27.50. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Dec. 31: MUSEUM CLOSED for New Year’s Eve. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Dec. 31: Murder Mystery Dinner “Murder on the Petulant Express” Ramon Theater, Frostproof. 7pm. Cost $30. Celebrate New Year’s Eve and enjoy dinner and our own cast of characters. Party Favors & Cash Bar. Purchase tickets online www.ramontheater.com or call 863-635-7222.

JANUARY Jan. 1-27: Polk County Kids Tag Art on Exhibit at Lake Wales Art Center, Lake Wales.Jan. 1: MUSEUM CLOSED for New Year’s Day. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743Jan. 1-31: Jacqueline Frierman. Featured in the upstairs gallery. Arts On The Park, Lakeland.863-680-2787.Jan. 1-31: Fine Arts Show Winners Invitational.Meet the artists reception: Fri., Jan. 7, 6-9pm. Uphoff Gallery. Arts On The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.Jan. 2: 24K Solid Gold Music Show. YoukeyTheatre, 3pm, $45 Platinum, $37 VIP Gold, $33 VIP, $25 General, $18 Bargain, for tickets call866-884-0291. Lakeland Center.Jan. 3: Out of School Holiday Camp. Half-day and full day pricing available. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869.Jan 3-21: Gallery Exhibit - Goolsby, Lovett, Peak & Weinman. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Jan. 3-28: Kids Tag Art. License plate art designed by Polk County 5th graders. Major sponsorship byMIDFLORIDA Bank. Michael Crews Gallery.Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426. FREE.Jan. 4: The Color Purple. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $45. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 4-Feb. 8: Advanced Watercolors (adults) with Jan Fetters, Session II. Tuesdays, 9am–12noon. $125 non-members, $100 members. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Jan. 4 – Feb. 8: Beginning/IntermediateWatercolors (adults) with Jan Fetters, Session II. Tuesdays, 1pm-4pm. $125 non-members, $100members. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Jan.4: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcomingMetropolitan Opera HD telecast of Puccini’s Lafanciulla del West (The Girl of the Golden West). 1:30pm & 7pm. $5.00. Lake Wales Arts Center.863-676-8426.Jan. 4-Feb.- 28: Exhibit “Old Time Tool Time.” Polk County Historical Museum, Bartow. FREE.863-534-4386. Jan. 6: Louie Anderson. Youkey Theatre, 2:30pm & 7:30pm, $65, $40, (evening performance $125 Front Row Club). Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 7: WWE RAW. Jenkins Arena, 7:30pm. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 8: Family Fun Workshop. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 10:30am - noon. Free. 863-688-5423.Jan. 8-Feb. 13: Student Exhibition: Harrison School of the Arts Senior Exhibition.Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Jan 8: Long Shot Band. Original, Classic & Country Music. Ramon Theater, Frostproof. 2nd Annual Music Series. 7pm. Cost $15, if purchased prior to Jan. 8or $20 at the door. Purchase tickets online atwww.ramontheater.com or call 863-635-7222.Jan. 9: Edward Bok Memorial Carillon Concerts. 1pm & 3pm. Included with general admission.Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org;863-676-1408.Jan. 9: Todd Oliver and The Dogs Gone Wild Tour. 3pm, $35, $20. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 10: Forever Plaid. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $65, $45. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 10–Feb. 14: Acrylics and Oils (all levels) with Lois Kimball, Session II. Mondays, 9am-12 noon. $125 non-members, $100 members. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Jan. 10-31: Winter Art Classes for Children. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. Fee per class.Registration required. 863-688-5423.

Jan. 11: Tuesday Music Club Member Show-case. National Federation of Music Clubs’ Founders Day Celebration will feature talents of some of the members of Tuesday Music Club. Meeting is held at the Tuesday Music Club Building at 421 E. Park Street at 10:30, followed by a catered luncheon. Jan. 11 &13: Home School Workshops. 10am-1pm. Sign up for either day. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. Call 863-687-3869 for pricing.Jan. 12–Feb. 16: Beginning Drawing (ages 15and up) with Ann R. Moore, Session II. Wednesdays,3pm-5pm. $125 non-members, $100 members.Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Jan. 13: Afiara String Quartet. Juilliard resident quartet plays Haydn, Halle, Becker and Beethoven. 7:30pm. $25 non-members, $20 members, $5 students. Updike Hall, Lake Wales Arts Center. 864-676-8426.Jan. 13: “Calm, Creative Communications in Crisis.” Florida Southern College’s Florida Lecture Series welcomes Gary Noesner. 7 pm, Hollis Room. Free. 863-680-3001.Jan. 13-Feb. 6: 61st Anniversary Fine ArtsExhibit. Exhibition is open to the public. Artistreception: Sat., Jan. 15, 6:30-8:30pm. Ridge ArtAssociation, Winter Haven. 863-291-5661.Jan. 13-Feb. 6: Pump Boys & Dinettes. On a highway in North Carolina the pump boys sell fuel and Double Cupp Diner next door sells food. Between selling tires and baking pies we get a wonderful dose of western, rock n’ roll, blues with a nice blend of old-time bluegrass, cajun and gospel thrown in. This is a great combination of laughs and music for everyone. Tickets $20 Adults & $17 Students. Chain of Lakes Complex, Theatre Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.Jan. 13: Richard Nader’s Rock & Roll Doo Wop Party featuring Gene Chandler, The Coasters, The Chiffons and Joey Dee & the Starliters. YoukeyTheatre, 2:30pm & 7:30pm, $65, $40, (EveningPerformance: $125 Front Row Club). Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 14-15: Americom Pro Rodeo Classic.Jenkins Arena, 8pm (both nights). Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 14: Special Performance Series - Laurie Miller. 7:30pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Jan. 14: Exhibition Reception: Retrospect & Restoration: Paintings by Humberto Calzada. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 6:00 - 10:00pm.Lecture at 6pm by Humberto Calzada. FREE forMembers, $10 Non-Members. 863-688-7743.Jan. 14-16: Murder By Natural Causes.By Tim Kelly. All night performances are 7:30pm, withSundays at 2pm. Tickets: Adults $14, Children $10. Lake Wales Little Theater, Lake Wales. 863-676-1266.Jan. 15: Lakeland Concert Band. YoukeyTheatre, 2:30pm, free admission. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 15-16: The Original Lakeland Gun Show. Exhibit Hall, (15) 9am-5pm, (16) 9am-4pm, $11, Free parking. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 15-16: Concealed Weapons Classes. Parker room, 10am-1pm & 2pm-5pm both days, $85. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 15-Mar. 26: Retrospect and Restoration: Paintings by Humberto Calzada. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Jan. 15-Mar. 26: The Big Picture. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Jan. 15: Creative Studies Series: Topic TBA. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 5-7:30pm.$12 Members, $15 Non-Members. 863-688-5423.


Jan. 17: Martin Luther King Jr. BirthdayCarillon Concerts. 1pm & 3pm. Included withgeneral admission. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Jan. 18: Moonlight Carillon Concert. 7:30pm. Half-price admission after 5pm. Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org ; 863-676-1408.Jan. 19: Michael Bolton: One World One Love 2010 Tour. Youkey Theatre, 8pm, $100, $60, $40.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 19: An Evening with Mark Lowry.Polk Theatre, 7:30 pm. $25 Orchestra & Loge,$15 Mezzanine & Balcony. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Jan. 20-22: Florida Winter Square DancingFestival. Exhibit & Sikes Hall, 8am-11:30pm.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 21-23: Murder By Natural Causes.By Tim Kelly. All night performances are 7:30pm, with Sundays at 2pm. Tickets: Adults $14, Children $10. Lake Wales Little Theater, Lake Wales. 863-676-1266.Jan. 21: Student Reception: Harrison School for the Arts Senior Exhibition. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 6pm. Free admission. 863-688-5423.Jan. 21: Contemporary Ensemble.Bush Chapel, 7:30pm. Southeastern University,Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Jan. 21: PechaKucha Night Lakeland. Doorsopen 7:20pm. Presentations begin 8:20pm. A social/networking event for creative individuals. Lakeland location to be announced. $5 entry at the door. Proceeds benefit Platform Art. www.platformart.org.Jan. 21-Feb. 11: “Kelly Sturhahn.” Florida Southern College’s Melvin Gallery. Free.Jan. 22-23: Over 55 Show Band Concert.Tickets: $8. 2pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Jan 22: The Nelons. Gospel Sing by SpradlenPromotions. Ramon Theater, Frostproof. 7pm. Cost $10. In advance at Ramon Theater, 15 E. Wall St., or at the door. Info 863-635-7222 or www.ramontheater.com.Jan. 22: The 11th Annual Gathering of Angels - Beach Boogie Bash. Theatre Winter Haven’s largest fundraiser of the season is now in its 11th year. Featur-ing dining, dancing, desserts and a silent acution. The auction will include jewelry, travel and art. Music will be provided by the Boca Band. 7-11:30pm. Tickets $75. Nora Mayo Hall, Theatre Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.Jan. 22: Family Fun Workshop by Polk Museumof Art. Location TBA. 10:30am-noon. Free.863-688-5423.Jan. 23: Music at Pinewood Concert Series: Pianists Duo Turgeon. 4:30pm. $25 or 10 percent discount for members; reservations recommended.Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org;863-676-1408. Jan. 24: Faculty Recital by Young-Ah Tak. First Presbyterian Church, 7:30pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Jan. 25: Robert Fleitz, piano. Florida Southern College. 7:30pm, Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. 863-680-4296.Jan. 25-26: Snowbird Extravaganza. Jenkins Arena and Conference Center, 9am-5pm, free admis-sion. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 26: RAW TV. Bolin Studio, 7pm and 9pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Jan. 26-29: The Road To Mecca. By Athol Fugard. Performed by Polk State College Theatre. Tickets: $8. 7pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk StateCollege, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.

Jan. 27: Band of the Air Force Reserve. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, free admission. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115. Jan. 27-30: Murder By Natural Causes. By Tim Kelly. All night performances are 7:30pm, with Sun-days at 2pm. Tickets: Adults $14, Children $10. Lake Wales Little Theater, Lake Wales. 863-676-1266.Jan. 27-Apr. 21: 12-week Watercolor Art Classes with Owen Jolly. Thursdays - call for times. $220 or 10 percent discount for members; reservations required. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Jan. 28: An Evening with Merle Haggard. Youkey Theatre, 8pm, $79, $47, $39, $29. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 28: View & Review: Critiquing Emerging Artists. 6-8:30pm. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. $15 per piece for Artists, $5 Audience. Cash bar. Artists MUST pre-register. 863-688-5423.Jan. 28: Unpland Improv. Mi Casa Café, 7pm and 9pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Jan. 29: Beyond the Art of the HumbertoCalzada exhibition. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 1-2pm. Free with Museum admission. 863-688-5423.Jan. 29: Elton John & Elvis. Dwight Icenhower with The Repeatles. Ramon Theater, Frostproof. 2nd Annual Music Series. 7pm. Cost $15, if purchased prior to Jan 29, or $20 at the door. Purchase online www.ramontheater.com or Call 863-635-7222.Jan. 29: Super Science Saturday. Walk-in science fun from 10am-1pm. Museum admission of $5 plus $3. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869.Jan. 29-31: Gator Cutlery Club. Exhibit Hall East, (29) 11am-5pm, (30-31) 10am-5pm both days, $4, $6 two day pass. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Jan. 30: Thanks for the Music - ABBA. Celebrate New Year with Lakeland Community Theatre andTheatre Winter Haven as they combine their artistry and talents to present this ABBAsolutely fabulous musical event! One show only at Historic Polk Theater. Tiered Seating - $30, $20, $15. Tickets available ONLY at The Polk Theatre. 863-683-7553.Jan. 30: Singing Tree. Unique duo of hammered dulcimer and double-bass play a variety of Celtic, folk, traditional and original music. 2pm. $25 non-members, $20 members, $5 students. Updike Hall, Lake Wales Arts Center. 864-676-8426.Jan. 30: Special Performance Series - Puccini to Broadway. 2pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Jan. 30: Thank You for the Music. The music of ABBA. Joint performance: Theatre Winter Haven & Lakeland Community Theatre. 2pm at the Polk Theatre, Lakeland.Jan. 31-Feb. 18: Gallery Exhibit - Black History Month. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk StateCollege, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.

FEBRUARYFeb. 1-20: Polk County Kids Tag Art on Exhibit at Polk Musuem of Art, Lakeland.Feb. 1-Mar. 10: Spring Art Classes for Children, Teens, and Adults. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. Fee per class. Registration Required. 863-688-5423.Feb. 1-3: The Road To Mecca. By Athol Fugard. Performed by Polk State College Theatre. Tickets: $8. 7pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk StateCollege, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.

Feb. 1-28: Members Show. Reception: Fri., Feb. 4, 6-9pm. Uphoff Gallery. Arts On The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.Feb. 1: 82nd Anniversary Dedication DayCarillon Concerts. 1pm & 3pm. Included withgeneral admission. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 1: Petula Clark, Youkey Theatre. 2:30pm& 7:30pm, $65, $40, (Evening -$125 Front Row Club). Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 2: RAW TV. Bolin Studio, 7pm and 9pm.Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Feb. 2: Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner. Exhibit Hall, 6:30pm. Lakeland Center,863-834-8115.Feb. 3-Mar. 10: Western Views. Painting, drawing and sculpture with a Pacific Coast perspective. Opening reception 5-7pm. Michael Crews Gallery. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426. FREE.Feb. 4: Steven Sternberg - Ramon Theater2nd Annual Music Series. 7pm. Award winningsongwriter and pianist. Boogie-Woogie, Blues,Ragtime and Neo-Classical. Tickets: $15 if purchased prior to Feb. 4 or $20 at the door. Purchase onlinewww.ramontheater.com or call 863-635-7222.Feb. 4: Special Performance Series - Clarinet Is King. 7:30pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Feb. 5: Family Fun Workshop. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 10:30am - noon. Free. 863-688-5423.Feb. 5 - May 22: Women’s Views. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Feb. 5: Eroica Trio. Florida Southern College. 7:30 pm, Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. 863-680-4296.Feb. 5: Platform.5 Youth & Art: Shaping Your Community for a Greener Future. 5-8pm. Annual Platform Art event featuring visual art, short films,fashion and performances given by kids for kids.Oasis Community Church, 3330 Winter Lake Road,Lakeland. Students FREE (through grade 12) - Adults $5 suggested donation. www.platformart.org.Feb. 5-Mar. 31: Discovering Beauty inGardens and Wild Places – Allen Rokach Digital Photography Exhibit. 9am-5pm daily.Included with general admission. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 5: American Cheer & Dance Academy.Jenkins Arena. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115. Feb. 5-6: Miami Cat Fanciers Association Cat Show 2010. Sikes Hall. (5) 12pm-7pm, (6)9am-4:30pm, $7, $5 Seniors with coupon. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 6: “Dancin with the Big Band.” 2pm. Florida Dance Theatre professional dancers are joined by the Big Band Sounds of Rob Arnold & The Continentals at Polk State College in Winter Haven. 863-802-0399.Feb. 6: ISO Masterworks Cookie Concert.Youkey Theatre, 3pm, $7 advance, $10 at door.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 7: Faculty String Recital. First Presbyterian Church, 7:30pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Feb. 7: After School Art. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 4:30-5:30pm. FREE for Members,$5 Non-Members. 863-688-5423.Feb 8: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of John Adams’contemporary masterpiece Nixon in China. 1:30pm& 7pm. $5. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Feb. 8: Special Event “Polk Proud 150.”Polk County Historical Museum, Bartow. FREE.863-534-4386.


Feb. 8: The Sounds of Music. SoutheasternUniversity Singers under the direction of Dr. Daniel Gordon will sing. International Guest Concert Pianist Julian Toha will perform favorite selections from his repertoire. Meeting is held at the Tuesday Music Club Building at 421 E. Park Street at 10:30, followed by a catered luncheon. Feb. 8-9: Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm (both nights, (8) seriesperformance, (9) non-series performance) $45.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 8 & 10: Home School Workshops. 10am-1pm. Sign up for either day. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. Call 863-687-3869 for pricing.Feb. 10: “I Can’t Believe All That Happened in Polk County!” Florida Southern College’s Florida Lecture Series welcomes Canter Brown, Jr. 7pm,Hollis Room. Free. 863-680-3001.Feb. 10: Teresa Walter. Internationallyacclaimed virtuoso pianist with a spectacular program celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Franz Liszt. 7:30pm. $25 non-members, $20 members, $5 students. Updike Hall, Lake Wales Arts Center. 864-676-8426.Feb. 10-12: Jekyll & Hyde. Florida SouthernCollege, 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat.; 2:30pm matinees in the Loca Lee Buckner Theatre. 863-680-4296.Feb. 11: Unpland Improv TV. Bolin Studio,6pm and 9pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland.863-667-5119.Feb. 11: FSC Faculty Showcase. Florida Southern College. 7:30pm, Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. 863-680-4296.Feb. 11-13: Showbiz Talent Competitions. Youkey Theatre, (11) 4pm, (12) 9am, (13) 8am.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 12: MoonDancer - Ramon Theater 2ndAnnual Music Series. 7pm. Eclectic, professional jazz, swing and rhythm & blues band led by vocalist/pianist Cathy DeWitt. Tickets: $15 if purchased priorto Feb. 12 or $20 at the door. Purchase onlinewww.ramontheater.com or call 863-635-7222.Feb. 12: Dinner Theater. Time: 6:30-9pm. Cost - $25.00. Come ready to enjoy an evening filled with terrific food and entertainment by the Young Americans touring group from Warner University for our annual dinner theater held at the Tuesday Music Club Building at 421 E. Park Street . This Ways and Means Activity helps earn monies for use of our TMC projects and Scholarships. Feb. 12: Xtreme Champions Cheer and Dance. Jenkins Arena, 12pm-6:30pm. Lakeland Center,863-834-8115.Feb. 12-13: Suncoast Gun Show. Exhibit Hall, (12) 9am-5pm, (13) 9am-4pm, $8 Adults, kids free 12 & under. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115. Feb. 12-13: PSC Music Student Concert. 2:30pm. FREE. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk StateCollege, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Feb: 14: Valentine’s Day Carillon Concerts. 1pm & 3pm. Included with general admission. Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 14: A Romantic Valentine Evening ofViennese Music & Dining at Pinewood Estate. 6:30pm. $180 per couple or members $165 per couple; reservations recommended. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 14: After School Art. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 4:30-5:30pm. FREE for Members,$5 Non-Members. 863-688-5423.

Feb. 14-Mar. 20: The Sound Of Music. The hills are once more alive with THE SOUND OF MUSIC as we bring this family favorite back to our stage. See it with all the beautiful music and the wonderful love story. It has been called “Truly one of the greatest mu-sicals of all time.” - Vanity. Chain of Lakes Complex, Theatre Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.Feb. 15: ISO Masterworks No. 4: All in theFamily. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $40, $30, $20,Student offer: $20, $15, $10. Lakeland Center,863-834-8115.Feb. 16: The Music Man. Youkey Theatre,7:30pm, $45. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 16: RAW TV. Bolin Studio, 7pm and 9pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Feb. 16-Mar. 20: The Young Artist’s Show.This annual exhibition celebrates the creativity of Polk county middle and high school art students. Public is invited to join us 6:30-8:30pm on Sat. Feb. 19 for the opening reception and awards ceremony. Ridge Art Association, Winter Haven. 863-291-5661.Feb. 17: Moonlight Carillon Concert. 7:30pm. Half-price admission after 5pm. Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408. Feb. 17-19: Jekyll & Hyde. Florida SouthernCollege, 7:30pm Thurs.-Sat.; 2:30pm matinees inthe Loca Lee Buckner Theatre. 863-680-4296.Feb. 18: Curator tour of the exhibitionsRetrospect and Restoration: Paintings byHumberto Calzada and The Big Picture. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 12:15-1pm. Free withMuseum admission. 863-688-7743.Feb. 18: Florida Dance Theatre. Performing at South Florida Community College (Avon Park). Back by popular demand, the professional company returns for a full evening of dance including favorites from their vast repertoire and some exciting new works. 863-802-0399.Feb. 18-19: fX Concert. Bush Chapel, 7:30pmFri/Sat, 2:30pm Saturday. $5 general admission, $3 seniors & students. Southeastern University, Lakeland.863-667-5119.Feb. 18-19: FHSAA Wrestling Finals. Jenkins Arena, for more information: www.fhsaa.org.Lakeland Center.Feb. 18-20: Collectorama. Exhibit Hall, (18-19) 10am-6pm, (20) 10am-4pm, $4, free parking.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115. Feb. 18-20: NexStar Dance Competition.Youkey Theatre. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 18-27: London Suite by Neil Simon performed by Haines City Community Theatre. Performance will be 8pm Friday & Saturday evenings and 2:30pmSunday matinees. Ticket price: $10.00. Clay CutCenter, 801 Ledwith Avenue in Haines City.863-421-1893.Feb. 18-Mar. 18: “Sam Romero and Gil Rocha: We Are Not Related.” Florida Southern College’s Melvin Gallery. Free.Feb. 19-Apr. 10: Student Exhibition: Creative Youth: 12th Congressional District Competi-tion. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.Feb. 19: Family Fun Workshop by Polk Museumof Art. Polk City Library, Polk City. 10:30am-noon. Free. 863-688-5423.Feb. 19: Creative Studies Series: Topic TBA. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 5-7:30pm.$12 Members, $15 Non-Members. 863-688-5423.Feb. 19: Florida Orchestra. Florida SouthernCollege. 7:30pm, Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. 863-680-4296.

Feb. 19: Karaoke Cabaret. 7pm. Additional details TBA. Ramon Theater, Frostproof. Check for updated info on www.ramontheater.com or call 863-635-7222.Feb. 19: Live at the Gardens! Concert Series: Victoria de Lissovoy Jazz Quintet. 7:30pm.$25 or 10 percent discount for members; reservations recommended. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 20: Polk County Bridal Exhibit &Marketplace. Sikes Hall, 1-5pm, $8.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 20: Special Performance Series - Tribute to Harry James. 2pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Feb. 21: After School Art. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 4:30-5:30pm. FREE for Members,$5 Non-Members. 863-688-5423.Feb. 21–Mar. 28: Acrylics and Oils (all levels) with Lois Kimball, Session III. Mondays, 9am-12 noon. $125 non-members, $100 members. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Feb. 21: Presidents Day Carillon Concerts. 1pm & 3pm. Included with general admission. Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 21-22: Haines City Community Theatre Auditions for “The Premature Corpse,” by Mike Johnson. Auditions will be held at 7pm at the Clay Cut Center located at 801 Ledwith Avenue in Haines City. 863-421-1893.Feb. 22–Mar. 29: Advanced Watercolors (adults) with Jan Fetters, Session III. Tuesdays, 9am-12noon. $125 non-members, $100 members. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Feb. 22–Mar. 29: Beginning/IntermediateWatercolors (adults) with Jan Fetters, Session III. Tuesdays, 1-4pm. $125 non-members, $100 members. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Feb. 22: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of Gluck’s classic tragedy Iphigénie en Tauride. 1:30pm & 7pm. $5.00. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Feb. 23: The Russian National Ballet Theatre presents Swan Lake. Youkey Theatre, 8pm, $65, $45, $35. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 23-26: FHSAA Girls Basketball Finals. Jenkins Arena, for more information: www.fhsaa.org. Lakeland Center.Feb. 23–Mar. 30: Beginning Drawing (ages 15and up) with Ann R. Moore, Session III. Wednesdays,3pm-5pm. $125 non-members, $100 members. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Feb. 24: FSC Orchestra Concert. Florida Southern College. 7:30pm, Branscomb Memorial Auditorium. 863-680-4296. Feb. 24: Michael Amante. Youkey Theatre, 2:30pm & 7:30pm, $65, $40, (evening performance: $125 Front Row Club). Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 25: Unpland Improv. Mi Casa Café, 7pm and 9pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.Feb. 25: The Joy of Photographing Flowers Audio-Visual Presentation & Lecture withAllen Rokach 6-8pm. $10 or 10 percent discount for members; free for workshop participants; reservations required. Bok Tower Gardens.www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 25-27: Hall of Fame Dance Challenge. Youkey Theatre. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 25-27: Hymn Fest. Fri. 7pm; Sat. 11am & 3pm; Sun. 3pm. Warner Southern College, Lake Wales. 863-638-7225.Feb. 25-27: MUSEUM CLOSED for The Gala. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.


Feb. 26: The Gala. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 6pm-12am. $350 per person. Reservations required. 863-688-7743 x240.Feb. 26: Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration.10am-3pm. Activities included w/admission while supplies last. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland. 863-687-3869.Feb. 26: The 3rd Annual Season “An Evening of Dance” featuring the professional company of Florida Dance Theatre and favorite works performed by dance students of All Saints Academy. Matinee & evening performance. 863-802-0399.Feb. 26: Tammerlin - Ramon Theater 2ndAnnual Music Series. 7pm. Tammerlin places their own stamp on folk/roots music, with their mix of clever originals and traditional songs from both sides of the Atlantic. Tickets: $15 if purchased prior to Feb. 26 or $20 at the door. Purchase onlinewww.ramontheater.com or call 863-635-7222.Feb. 26-27: Digital Photography Workshop with Allen Rokach: 7am-6pm. $350 or 10 percent discount for members, includes February 25 audio-visualpresentation; reservations required. Bok TowerGardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 26-27: Over 55 Show Band Concert.Tickets: $8. 2pm. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Feb. 27: American Cheerpower. Jenkins Arena, 10am-5:30pm. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Feb. 27: Sunday Musicale. Time: 3pm. Cost: Free. Donations accepted. Invite your friends and neigh-bors to attend our Sunday Musicale where we offer examples of some of the types of programs we offer at our regular meetings. A wide variety of music will be presented to interest everyone. This will be held at the Tuesday Music Club Building at 421 E. Park Street.Feb. 27: Music at Pinewood Concert Serieswith Pianist Joseph Schwartz. Dedicated to Mrs. Marilyn Newell. 4:30pm. $25 or 10 percent discountfor members; reservations required. Bok TowerGardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.Feb. 28: After School Art. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 4:30-5:30pm. FREE for Members,$5 Non-Members. 863-688-5423.Feb. 28-Mar. 25: Gallery Exhibit - PSC Faculty Show. FREE. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.Feb. 28: Masterworks Concert. First Presbyterian Church, 7:30pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.

UPCOMING EVENTS Mar. 1: An Evening with The Oak Ridge Boys. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $65, $39. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 2-5: FHSAA Boys Basketball Finals.Jenkins Arena, for more information: www.fhsaa.org. Lakeland Center.Mar. 3: Disney Live presents Mickey’s Magic Show. Youkey Theatre. Lakeland Center,863-834-8115.Mar. 4: The Inspirations. Youkey Theatre, 8pm, $18. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 5: Applause Talent Dance Competition. Youkey Theatre, 8:30am. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 5: LRMC presents Cookin’ Men.Sikes Hall. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 5: Student Reception: Creative Youth: 12th Congressional District Competition.Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 11am. Free admission. 863-688-5423.

Mar. 6: Mardi Gras Nationals. Jenkins Arena, 10:30am-5:30pm. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 7: Harlem Globetrotters. Jenkins Arena, 7pm. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 10: Frank Sinatra Jr. Sinatra Sings Sinatra.Youkey Theatre, 2:30pm & 7:30pm, $65, $40,(Evening: $125 Front Row Club). Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 11-13: Prime Time Dance Competition. Youkey Theatre. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 12: Annual Art of Woodcarving Show & Competition. 9am-4pm. $4 per person, kids under12 & Scouts in uniform FREE. First Presbyterian Church, 175 Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland.www.ridgewoodcarversclub.org.Mar. 12: “Paint the Town Red!” Gala to benefit the Lake Wales Arts Council programs. Red tie optional. Elegant buffet, dancing, silent auction. 7pm. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Mar. 13: Gould Piano Trio with Clarinetist Robert Plane. 2pm. $25 non-members, $20 members, $5students. Updike Hall, Lake Wales Arts Center.864-676-8426.Mar. 13: Polk Senior Games. Jenkins Arena, 1pm, free parking. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 14-18: Spring Break Art Camp for Children. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 9am-4:30pm. Fee for the week. Registration Required. 863-688-5423.Mar. 15: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor. 1:30pm & 7pm. $5. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.Mar. 17: The Wizard of Oz. Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $45. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 17-19: Original Sewing & Quilt Expo.Exhibit Hall & Sikes Hall Conference Center,8am-5:30pm, $10, for more informationwww.sewingexpo.com.Lakeland Center.

Mar. 18-20: Star Systems. Youkey Theatre, (18) 3pm, (19-20) 8am. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 18-20: Bach Festival Weekend of Baroque Opera & Instumental Music. Florida SouthernCollege. [email protected]. 19-20: Lakeland VW Classic. South Parking Lot, 9am-5pm, $5 plus 1 can of food, Parking fee for event is $2. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115. Mar. 19 & 20: The Central Park Art Festival.Downtown Winter Haven. Ridge Art Association.863-291-5661.Mar. 24: St. Johns River City Band: Satin Swing. 7:30pm. $25 non-members, $20 members, $5 students. Updike Hall, Lake Wales Arts Center. 864-676-8426.Mar. 25-27: Starpower National TalentCompetition. Youkey Theatre, (25) 5pm, (26-27) 8am. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 26-27: Citizens Bank 40th Annual Lake Wales Art Show. On the shores of Lake Wailes.10am-5pm. For information call the Lake Wales Arts Council, 863-676-8426.Mar. 26-Apr. 17: 40th Annual Lake Wales Student Art Show. Michael Crews Gallery. Lake Wales Arts Center. Awards Sunday afternoon, April 17.863-676-8426. FREE. Mar. 26-27: 2011 Florida State Gymnastics Championships. Jenkins Arena, 8am both days.Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.Mar. 26-27: Buckler’s Art & Craft Fair. Exhibit Hall, (26) 10am-5pm, (27) 10am-4pm, $6, $1 Children 4-12, Admission is good both days with a hand stamp, free parking. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115. Mar. 29: An Evening with Marvin Hamlisch. Youkey Theatre, 2:30pm & 7:30pm, $65, $40,(Evening: $125 Front Row Club). Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.


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AVIATION EXHIBITIONat Winter Haven Municipal Airport

Ridge Art Association and The City of Winter Haven present artist interpretations of flight in The Aviation Exhibition open during normal airport operating hours through May 1, 2011 at the Winter HavenMunicipal Airport, 2073 U.S. Highway 92.

IT STARTS IN THE PARKS:A Winter Haven City Hall Exhibition The City of Winter Haven and Ridge Art Association offer anothercollaborative exhibit with It Starts in the Parks. This juried exhibitfeaturing scenes from Winter Haven’s public parks will continuethrough June 2011 at Winter Haven City Hall, 431 Third St. N.W.

COMING SOON...The Central Park Art FestivalThe Central Park Art Festival will be held March 19 & 20, 2011, indowntown Winter Haven. The Second Annual Battle of the Bands willbe held March 19, 2011 in Central Park during the Central Park ArtFestival.

WATCH THIS SPACE...for updates on renovations to our future gallery and offices in acity-owned building located at 245 W. Central Ave. in downtownWinter Haven. During the summer the building received a new roof. Also, two new air conditioning units were installed after the existing models werestolen. Renovations will be in full swing during January 2011. Our wish list includes: lockers, kitchen cabinets, wood flooring in any amount, and new carpet to cover the gallery walls.

Office and gallery hours are 12:30 to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.The gallery is also open to coincide with Theatre Winter Haven productions one hour prior to show time.The office and gallery are currently located inside the Chain O’Lakes Complex, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd.

For more information, call the gallery at 863-291-5661 or visit our website at www.ridgeart.org.

Upcoming ExhibitionsCALL FOR ARTISTS:The Black and White and Read All Over ShowDecember 2 to December 22

Ridge Art once again presents Polk County’s premier Black & White Show to challenge artists and delight art patrons. This exhibit features original artworks by area artists thatare black, white and shades of gray only. RAA is issuing a call to artists for this challenging show.All fine arts media – painting, drawing, mixed media, collage, photography and sculpture – created in the past two years are eligible as long as they are done in black, white and shades of gray ONLY. Receiving for this show will be held 10 a.m. to 4 p.m on Friday, November 19 and 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 20. A Judge’s Critique will be held 2:30 p.m.Saturday. The Black and White and Read All Over Show will be open to the public Dec. 2 to 19 in the Ridge Art Gallery. An Artist’s Reception will be held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. December 4 in the gallery. For more information or for a full prospectus call theoffice at 291-5661.

CALL FOR ARTISTS:The 61st Anniversary Fine Arts ExhibitionJanuary 13 to February 6

RAA is issuing a call to artists for our annual Fine ArtsExhibition. All fine arts media – painting, drawing, mixedmedia, collage, photography and sculpture (no crafts)created in the past two years are eligible. Entry fees are $35 for non-members and $25 for members, for up to three pieces. Receiving dates are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, January 7 and 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Sharp!) Saturday, January 8. A Judge’s Critique will be held, 3 p.m. Saturday. The public is invited to attend. Walt Bistline is this year’s judge. Bistline is the artist in residence at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. The exhibition is open to the public from Wednesday, January 13 through February 6. The reception and awards ceremony for the artists will be held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 15. The public is invited.

CALL FOR ARTISTS:The Young Artist’s ShowFebruary 16 to March 20

This annual exhibition celebrates the creativity of Polk County middle and high school art students and provides them the opportunity to win cash prizes. Senior art students who enter a portfolio of 10 pieces compete for a $1,000 art scholarship. All artwork must be submitted through a school artteacher in Polk County. RAA allows each art instructor toenter the artwork of 10 students. Sponsors for this exhibition include Raysway McDonald’s, Ken Rogers Pediatric Dentistry, Polk State College Community Foundation and Mrs. William Fuller. The public is invited to join us 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday,February 19 for the opening reception and awards ceremony.

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November 5, 2010 “Pops By The Lake,” Lake Mirror Amphitheatre

November 9, 2010 Masterworks #2 - Back for Seconds, Youkey Theatre Overture to Egmont Beethoven Concerto #1 for Piano Tchaikowsky Young-Ah Tak, piano soloist Pines of Rome Respighi

December 7, 2010 Masterworks #3 - Christmas Concert, Youkey Theatre Featuring Florida Dance Theatre, local artists and the ISO performing seasonal favorites.

January 22, 2011 10th Anniversary Opera Celebration, Branscomb Auditorium Famous scenes from each of the operas performed by the ISO

February 6, 2011 Cookie Concert - 3:00 pm, Youkey Theatre All in the Family Program

February 15, 2011 Masterworks #4 - All in the Family, Youkey Theatre St. Paul’s Suite Mvts. I & IV (strings) Holst Young Artist Winners TBD Young People’s Guide to the Orchestra Britten

March 22, 2011 Sacred Spaces Concert - The King of Instruments at FUMC (included with subscription) Adagio Albinoni Concerto in g for organ Poulenc Matthew Corl, organ Symphony #3 (Organ) Saint-Saens

April 12, 2011 Masterworks #5 - An Evening of Broadway, Youkey Theatre A partnership with Lakeland Community Theatre

April 26, 2011 Plant City Pops, Trinkle Center at HCC

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Tel.: 863-603-7529 121 S. Lake Ave • Lakeland, FL 33801

www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

HOW NOT TO BE A FLOP ON BROADWAY!Or (Don’t miss this amazing show at Lakeland Community Theatre)

- The Producers was nominated for 15 Tony awards and won a record breaking 12!- The original production opened on Broadway on April 19, 2001, starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick.- It ran for 2,505 performances and spawned a successful London production running for three years, national tours, many productions internationally and a 2005 film version.- The Producers broke the record for the largest single day box-office ticket sales in theatre history, taking in more than $3 million. It then broke its own record in 2003 when Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane returned, with over $3.5 million in single day ticket sales.- The Las Vegas version starred David Hasselhoff receiving top billing as Roger De Bris. - The Producers has also been presented professionally in Toronto, Berlin, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Christchurch, Tel Aviv, Seoul, Buenos Aires, Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Copenhagen, Milan, Budapest, Madrid, Halifax, Mexico City, Prague, Stockholm, Bratislava, Vienna, Helsinki, Athens, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Caracas, Portugal, Gothenborg, Varde and Moscow. It has been translated into German, Hebrew, Korean, Spanish, Japanese, Danish, Italian, Hungarian, Czech, Swedish, Slovak, Finnish, Greek, Portuguese and Russian.

December 3-19, 2010Lakeland Mirror Theatre Complex

121 S. Lake Ave. 33801

TICKETS $20 Adults, $15 College Students w/ID, Children 18 & Under $10

Call 863 603 PLAY (7529) or online www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

THE PRODUCERSBy Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan

HOW TO BE A FLOP ON BROADWAYor (The Plot of The Producers)

Step 1: Find the worst play ever written. Step 2: Hire the worst director in town. Step 3: Raise two million dollars. ... One for Max, One for Leo.Step 4: Hire the worst actors in New York. Step 5: Close on Broadway, take the two million and go to Rio.

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Polk County Historical Museum Prepares for 2011

January 4-February 28:Exhibit “Old Time Tool Time”

February 8: Special Event“Polk Proud 150”

The winter calendar at the Polk CountyHistorical Museum includes the new exhibit “Old Time Tool Time” opening in January 2011. The display from the museum collection highlights fascinating hardware hand tools used bycraftsmen in manual operations, such aschopping, chiseling, sawing, filing, forging,and more.

Polk County will celebrate a momentousmilestone in 2011, as the county marks its150th anniversary, Polk Proud 150. Ourbeautiful fresh water lakes, with great forests, fertile lands, exotic plants, and green pastures, brilliant in the warmth of the sun and theshowers of the Peace River Valley andsurroundings brought a feeling of innatepride to the earliest settlers of this land. OnFebruary 8th, 1861, Florida Governor Madison Perry signed legislation creating Polk. This is a once-in-a-generation moment to display our heritage and our sense of civic pride for one of the greatest places on earth to live. Join us in launching a year long celebration at the museum February 8th, 2011.

The Polk County Historical Museum is locatedat 100 East Main Street in Bartow. The hoursof operation are Tuesday–Friday, 9am to 5pm;and Saturdays from 9am–3pm. Admission tothe Museum is free. For more information call 863-534-4386 or visit polkcountymuseum.org.

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Other Winter Events

Starting January 15, Polk Museum of Art will be home to the paintings of Humberto Calzada, one of the leading figures from the first generation of exiled artists to have developed outside of Cuba. Calzada’s paintings of architectural scenes are based on observations and memories of Cuba, merging historically charged imagery into a modernist pictorial tradition. He combines the scientific approach of Renaissance perspective, the uncertainty of de Chirico’s piazzas, and the experience of 20th-century abstraction with nostalgic sentimentality. Calzada’s work has been said to carry on the classical Latin American artistic tradition: dreamlike realism, tension created by the contrast between calm and conflict, and the use of timeless symbols as a universal language. Throughout his career, he has applied these themes through architectural imagery. He depicts harmony through the use of natural elements, and he depicts conflict through the opposition of the ephemeral movement of light and water against the static force of stone and glass. In his most recent series of works, Calzada adds painted details over photographs of dilapidated Cuban architecture. By doing so, he visually restores the old buildings to their original grandeur. Humberto Calzada was born in Cuba in 1944 and has lived in the United States since 1960. In 1966 he received a degree in Industrial Engineering, followed by an MBA in Finance from the University of Miami in 1968. He began painting in 1972, and since 1976 has dedicated his time exclusively to painting. The exhibition will be on display January 15 - March 26. Concurrent with the Calzada exhibi-tion, the Museum will also present The Big Picture, an exhibition of the largest paintings from its Permanent Collection. The opening reception will be held on Friday, January 14, 6:00-8:30pm, with a focus on Retrospect and Restoration. At 6:00pm Humberto Calzada will present an account of his life as a first generation Cuban-American artist. The reception will follow at 7:00pm. Admission to the reception is Free for Museum members, and $10 for non-members.

Polk Museum of Art is located in Lakeland and is theonly museum serving Polk County that is nationallyaccredited by the American Association of Museums.

Museum Summer Hours are 10am - 4pm,Tuesday through Saturday. The Museum is closed

on Sunday, Monday and major holidays.Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for Seniors age 62 & older,

and FREE for Members, Students (K-College), and Children. The Museum is wheelchair accessible.

For more information call 863-688-7743 or visitwww.PolkMuseumofArt.org.

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

www.PolkMuseumofArt.org


Once again, Polk Museum of Art will host its annual Kwan-zaa Celebration on December 26, 1:00 - 2:00pm. Kwanzaa is a celebration of African-American culture, but this party is for everyone! Learn about the principles that Kwanzaa is founded upon: unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibil-ity, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith. Then, do a little dancing with the ever-popular Kuumba Dancers and Drummers of Tampa. February brings The Gala, the Museum’s annual black-tie benefit. This memorable evening of dancing, socializing, and a gourmet dinner is one of the most highly anticipated events in Polk County. This year, the committee is bringing in a Cuban flair to make the party caliente! A silent auction takes place throughout the evening, featuring items ranging from sports memorabilia, and great vacation getaways, to gourmet meals, jewelry, and more. The cost to attend is $350 per person, and advance registration is required by calling 863-688-7743 x240. Hurry, though, because space is limited, and The Gala often sells out well in advance.

RETROSPECT AND RESTORATION:Paintings by Humberto Calzada

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There won’t be a need to cozy up to awarm fire during the winter months becauseExplorations V Children’s Museum will keep the sparks flying for children and adults through its weekly programming, Home School Programs, gingerbread house workshops, Out of School Holiday Camps, Super Science Saturday and the 107th birthday celebration of Dr. Seuss throughout the winter months of 2010 and 2011.

Explorations V Children’s Museum hostsweekly programming Monday through Friday.Magical Monday, Terrific Tuesday, Wacky Wednesday, Thrilling Thursday and Fun Friday offer imaginative educational sessions thatengage children in reading, school readiness,culinary and creative arts as well as scienceand math. Each day’s session begins at 10:30 am and is included with museum admission.

Home School Programs feature ascience series and a cultural arts series and are held on the second Tuesday and Thursday of each month from September to May. Children can be registered for either day. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required to hold a place in class. Sessions are $15 for non-museummembers and $10 for museum members if paid by the Friday prior to class. Late registrationpricing is $20 for non-members and $15for museum members if not paid by theaforementioned deadline. Winter sessionsinclude Kitchen Science and HolidayDecorations on December 7 and 9, 2010;Reptiles and Machine Sewing on January 11 and 13, 2011 and Weird Weather and Wood Craft on February 8 and 10, 2011.

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At Explorations V Children’s Museum

Explorations V Children’s Museum is located at 109 North Kentucky Avenue in downtown Lakeland. Hours are Monday-Saturday,

9am-5:30pm. Admission prices are $5 per person. Senior citizens,65 and older, are $2.50. General admission (excluding some

special events) for children under two and museum members is free. Details regarding exhibits, camps, programs, parties or field trips

can be obtained by calling 863-687-3869 or [email protected].

Hands-on Adventures Heat Up

Out of School Holiday Camps will run December 20-30, 2010 and also on January 3, 2011, excluding December 24 and weekends. Camps are geared for children in K-6th grade with half-day and full day pricing available and will feature the creation of holiday ornaments and decorations, food and holiday hands-on fun! Children can be registered for individual days or the entire nine days. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required to hold a space in camp. Pricing details may be obtained by calling the museum at 863-687-3869.

Gingerbread House Workshops will be held December 18, 20-23 from 10am-12 noon and from 1-5pm. Creating a gingerbread house at Explorations V has become a “have to”family tradition during the holidays so don’t miss out on the creative fun. Pricing is $3 per house plus museum admission.

Participants can experience Super Science Saturday on January 29, 2011. Museumvisitors can explore, examine and experiment any time from 10am until 1pm. Session runs $3 each plus museum admission.

On Saturday, February 26, 2011 from10am-3pm, Explorations V will celebrate the 107th birthday of Dr. Seuss. Feel free to dress up as your favorite Seuss character and party big time with “Seusical” activities at theDr. Seuss Birthday Celebration! Allactivities are included with museum admission.

BARTOW, Florida, (September 20, 2010) - Art teachers today know that it takes money to get beyond crayons and colored pencils when teaching classroom art. Begin-ning this 2010 school year, thanks to the Kids Tag Art program and its generous sponsors, 5th Grade teachers all across Polk County are able to expand their instruction to cover a variety of palettes and art forms. And in the process, kids are learning more about applied art and how it is used to promote the over 100 Florida motor vehicle specialty plates. MIDFLORIDA, this year’s major sponsor, along with other returning sponsors Douglass Screen Printers, Polk Education Foundation, and AlphaGraphics have upped the ante this school year 2010-2011 for all participating teachers and schools. Because of their tremendous support, Kids Tag Art has been successful in attracting participation from 100 elementary schools in Polk, including the remaining public, charter, and private schools who previously were not involved. “MIDFLORIDA is proud to be involved with Kids Tag Art as the major sponsor this year,” said Kevin Jones, President and CEO of MIDFLORIDA. “This program not only gives children the opportunity to express their creativity, but also offers us another avenue of education where we can lend our support and continue our dedication to the schools.” Kids Tag Art supplies the guideline materials and participating Polk County 5th grade art teachers are responsible for selecting their own themes, using their own choice of medium, and assisting their students in designs that are best suited for tag art. Five top designs are submitted to Polk Museum of Art, who selects two students’ art to represent their school on the traveling Kids Tag Art Exhibit for the year. These designs are then available for purchase by the public on the Tax Collector website. Parents, family and friends can enjoy the opportunity to promote their child’s unique artwork by purchasing a screen-printed plastic tag for the front bumpers of cars, wall plaques or holiday gift-giving and the money raised goes back into each participating schools’ art programs. Knowing the importance of keeping art in our schools, Kids Tag Art is a school art program originating here in Polk County by the Tax Collector’s Office to inspire fifth grade art students to learn about and design their own specialty plate art and in the pro-cess, raises supplemental monies for classroom art supplies. The Tax Collector’s Office has hosted Kids Tag Art for the past 5 years and thus far, over $60,000 has been raised for classroom art supplies. But this year’s participation is the most number of schools involved since the program’s inception. “We are excited to have almost every 5th grader in the county designing Tag Art. This program is a win-win-win for all involved and the art keeps getting better every year. That tells me we are succeeding in our goal to enhance art education in the schools,” stated Joe Tedder, Tax Collector for Polk County. Parents of fifth graders should take note that the deadline for purchasing their child’s artwork is October 7. After this date, only designs receiving the Awards of Distinction des-ignation will be available for purchase on the website. Order forms may be obtained from each school’s art teacher now. In November, winning designs will be posted online at www.PolkTaxes.com where tags may be purchased by the general public.

MIDFLORIDA Tag-Teams withDouglass Screen PrintersTo Take Countywide!


The Kids Tag Art Partners include Polk Arts Alliance, Douglass Screen Printers, Lake Wales Arts Council,Polk County Schools, Junior Woman’s Club of Lakeland, Polk Museum of Art, and the Polk County

Tax Collector’s Office. For more information, call the Tax Collector’s Office at (863) 534-4724.

Kids Tag Art

New Look for Website The Lake Wales Arts Council has a new, re-designed website: www.lakewalesartscouncil.org. Each of the areas of Arts Council activities – free exhibits in the Michael Crews Gallery, performances in Updike Hall, educational outreach and classes, the annual Art Show, the Cho-rale and Youth Chorale, building rentals – have dedicated pages to assist visitors and members of the community in finding their special interests at the Arts Center.

Michael Crews Gallery Through December 10: Imágenes de Cuba: Urban Landscapes – Stunning black-and-white photography from three generations of Cuban artists: December 16, 2010-January 28, 2011: a special show of nine Trust-ee Scholars from the Ringling College of Art & Design in Sarasota. Each of the majors of the School will be represented including paint-ing, sculpture, computer animation, illustration, photography & digital imaging, interior design, and motion design. “Meet the Artists” events are being scheduled for January. Please check the website for current information. Feb 2-Mar. 11 – Western Views A variety of artists from the Pacific Coast illustrate the California perspective in a surprising collection of paintings, drawings and sculpture. The full Performance Seriesschedule and prices are on the website. December will feature two concerts of holiday favorites by the com-bined Lake Wales Chorale and Lake Wales Youth Chorale on Friday, the 10th, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, and an afternoon perfor-mance on Sunday, Dec. 12, at the Church of the Good Shepherd. Thursday the 9th, in The Night Before Christmas Carol,David zum Brunnen brings his acclaimed performance as Charles Dickens (and seventeen other characters!) as the classic tale comes to life. Thursday, the 16th: The Bach Festival of Central Floridareturns to Updike Hall with the Christmassections of Handel’s Messiah. January, Thursday, the 13th – The Juilliard resident Afiara String Quartet presents anoutstanding program of classic quartets of Haydn and Beethoven and specially commis-sioned works by Halle and Becker. Sunday, the 30th – The unique duo ofhammered dulcimer and double-bass known asSinging Tree offer a very special Sundayafternoon concert in Updike Hall of Celtic,contemporary, traditional and original works. Thursday, Feb 10th – Internationally acclaimed pianist Teresa Walters celebrates the 200th anniversary of Franz Liszt with a virtuoso program of Teresa Walters. In response to requests for previews in advance of the Metropolitan Opera live HD telecasts to movie theaters, the new Opera Overture Series is held at the Arts Center at 1:30 PM and again at 7:00 PM on the Tuesday prior to each telecast throughout the season. Executive Director Karl Hesser will summarize the background and the story, point out musical sign-posts and ensure that HD-opera-goers get the most from their

Lake Wales Arts Center1099 S.R. 60 E. • PO Box 608 • Lake Wales, FL 33859-0608 • Phone: 863-676-8426 • Fax: 863-676-1117

experience. Please check the website page for full information. The upcoming dates are: December 7 – Don Carlo by Giuseppe Verdi. Regarded by many as Verdi’s greatest opera, it is a wide tapestry of human emotions – love, ambition, pride, jealousy – against a background of political intrigue and religious persecution, and filled with some of Verdi’s most inspired music. January 4 – The Girl of the Golden West by Giacomo Puccini. The only opera by a major Italian composer to be set in the American Wild West. The good-hearted girl who runs the saloon (and reads the Bible) is in the sights of the scheming sheriff, but she loses her heart to an outlaw. February 8 – Nixon in China by John Adams. Inspired by the his-toric meeting between Nixon, Kissinger and Mao Tse-tung, this opera has already achieved the status of a 20th century masterwork. February 22 - Iphigénie en Tauride by Christoph Willibald Gluck. Written for Paris in 1779, the opera is based on Euripides’ classic play deal-ing with the tragic effects on Agamemnon’s family after the Trojan War.

Upcoming in March:March 12 - Paint the Town Red! GalaMarch 13 – Gould Piano Trio with clarinetist Robert PlaneMarch 15 – Opera Overtures: Lucia di LammermoorMarch 26-27 – Citizens Bank & Trust 40th Annual Lake Wales Art ShowMarch 27 – Student Art Show

Planning a Special Event?Lake Wales Arts Center’s beautiful Updike Hall is available to rent for all events – weddings, business luncheons, and formal dinners – all in a picturesque historic building. Full rental information is available on the website. For more de-tailed information, please e-mail: [email protected].

Do You Like to Sing?Watch for announcements for the next meetings and con-certs of the Lake Wales Chorale and the Lake Wales Youth

Chorale. New members are always welcome! The Lake Wales Chorale, under the direction of Robert Wilson, is made up of adult voices, singing several concerts a year. The Lake Wales

Youth Chorale, under the direction of Cathy Montero, is a traditional children’s choir with students from ages 7 to 18 from all parts of Polk County. Both chorales have dedicated pages on the website with the latest audition, rehearsal and performance information.

The Lake Wales Arts Council is an organization dedi-cated to the Arts in our community. Our home is the Lake Wales Arts Center which is listed on the National Regis-try of Historic Buildings. The building is located at 1099

State Road 60 East in Lake Wales. Our newly designed web site (www.lakewalesartscouncil.org) has new information posted continuously. If you do not find the informa-tion you are looking for, please call us at (863) 676-8426 or e-mail us at: [email protected].



Haines City Community Theatre is located in the Clay Cut Center at 801 Ledwith Avenuein Haines City. All mainstage productions run on Friday and Saturday evenings at

8:00 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $10.00 per show or$25.00 for a season ticket which includes all three shows. For further information

call the theatre at (863) 421-1893 or visit the website at www.hainescitytheatre.com

Haines City Community Theatre will offer itsFirst Mainstage Production

of the Seasonstarting in November!

It will open with “A Nice Family Gathering“ by Phil Olson. It’s the first holiday since Dr. Lundeen passed away and the Lundeen clan is gathering for Thanks-giving dinner. When the youngest son Carl arrives, he quickly sees that Mom is behaving strangely, but soon he has an even stranger family member to deal with - his father who appears as a ghost that only Carl can see and hear. Dr. Lundeen’s mission is to get Carl to tell Mom that he loved her, something implied but never spoken during their 41 years of marriage. Performance dates will be November 12-14 and 19-21. The second play of the season will be “London Suite” by Neil Simon. America’s premier comic playwright returns to the form of two of his earlier successes, “Plaza Suite” and “California Suite,” when he crosses the Atlantic for a suite of hilarious comedies set in a deluxe London hotel, a sedate place until some of Simon’s trade-mark characters check in. Auditions will be held on December 6th & 7th at 7:00 p.m. Performance dates will be February 18-20 and 25-27. The regular season will conclude with “The Premature Corpse” by Mike John-son. On the surface a “love triangle” tale, the scene is a hotel room, where we meet a man in the government witness protection program and his not-so-loving wife. Throw in the wife’s lover and a gung-ho government agent, and you have a thriller that twists and turns until the very end. Auditions will be held on February 21st and 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Performance dates will be April 8-10 and 15-17.

September 2010Unpland Improv - Sept. 17 @ Mi Casa Café: 7:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.October 2010Unpland Improv TV - Oct. 8 @ Bolin Studio: 6:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.Faculty Recital - Oct. 11 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.Unpland Improv - Oct. 15 @ Mi Casa Café: 7:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.A Night at the Opera...Scenes - Oct. 16 @ Polk Museum of Art: 7:00 p.m. • $12 General/$7 Seniors & StudentsVoice Faculty Recital - Oct. 18 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.The Fantasticks - Oct. 29-31 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m. (Fri/Sat), 2:30 p.m. (Sat/Sun) • $15 General/$10 Seniors & StudentsNovember 2010Chamber Strings - Nov. 1 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.Unpland Improv TV - Nov. 5 @ Bolin Studio: 6:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.Jazz Band - Nov. 8 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m. • $5 General/$3 Seniors & StudentsThe Man Who Came to Dinner - Nov. 12-14 @ Polk Theatre: 7:30 p.m. (Fri/Sat), 2:30 p.m. (Sat/Sun) • $15 General/$10 Seniors & StudentsConcert Choir - Nov. 15 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.December 2010Christmas Concert - Dec. 4 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m.Theatrical Dance Showcase - Dec. 9 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m. • $5 GeneralUnpland Improv TV - Dec. 10 @ Bolin Studio: 6:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.January 2011An Evening with Mark Lowry - Jan. 19 @ Polk Theatre: 7:30 p.m. • $25 Orchestra & Loge/$15 Mezzanine & BalconyContemporary Ensemble - Jan. 21 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m.Young-Ah Tak - Jan. 24 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.Unpland Improv - Jan. 28 @ Mi Casa Café: 7:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.February 2011Faculty String Recital - Feb. 7 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.Unpland Improv TV - Feb. 11 @ Bolin Studio: 6:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.fX Concert - Feb. 18-19 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m. (Fri/Sat), 2:30 p.m. (Sat) • $5 General/$3 Seniors & StudentsUnpland Improv - Feb. 25 @ Mi Casa Café: 7:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.Masterworks Concert - Feb. 28 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.March 2011Chamber Music - Mar. 18 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m.Unpland Improv TV - Mar. 18 @ Bolin Studio: 6:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.180 Film Festival - Mar. 19 @ Bush Chapel: 1:00 p.m. • $5 GeneralSoul Food - Mar. 25-26 @ Bolin Studio: 7:30 p.m. (Fri/Sat), 2:30 p.m. (Sat) • $5 General/$3 Seniors & StudentsOrchestra Concert - Mar. 25 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m.April 2011Othello - Apr. 1-3 @ Polk Theatre: 7:30 p.m. (Fri/Sat), 2:30 p.m. (Sat/Sun) • $15 General/$10 Seniors & StudentsPiano Trio - Apr. 4 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.A Night on Broadway - Apr. 7 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m. • $5 General/$3 Seniors & StudentsUnpland Improv TV - Apr. 8 @ Bolin Studio: 6:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming - Apr. 14-17 (a joint production with Lakeland Community Theatre) @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m. (Thurs-Sun), 2:00 p.m.(Sat/Sun) • $20 General/$15 College Student (ID)/$10 18 & underJazz Band - Apr. 15 @ Trinity Presbyterian: 7:30 p.m. • $5 General/$3 Seniors & StudentsChoral Concert - Apr. 25 @ 1st Presbyterian (Presbyterian Series): 7:30 p.m.Wind Ensemble Concert - Apr. 28 @ Bush Chapel: 7:30 p.m. Theatrical Dance Showcase - Apr. 29 @ Polk Theatre: 7:30 p.m. • $15 General/$10 Seniors & Students

NOTE: Bolin Studio, Bush Chapel & Mi Casa Café are located on the Southeastern University Campus

Roundhousen’s Roast, a feature film making its way from classroom to screen, is in full production. Students and professionals gathered together in the Historic Polk Theatre to make a new kind of history: Southeastern University’s first feature film! This murder mystery film had students filling crew positions from Producer to Gaffer. Producing a feature film has been a dream championed by Mr. John Pierce, Department of Communication Chair, and Mr. Dave DeBorde, Assistant Professor of Communication/Film Studies. Through this unique experience, students have been able to practically apply what they are learning in classes and glean valuable knowledge by working alongside industry professionals. During the fall semester, attention was dedicated to pre-production arrangements and actually filming the numerous scenes. This spring, students will focus on the post-production elements of editing and distribution. The film will be premiered toward the end of this academic year! As production continues, the dream of many students to work on a feature film set becomes a reality right before their eyes. The movie has been filmed using the RED camera with specialized lenses to produce the highest quality footage currently raved about industry-wide. Involvement has not been limited to Film Studies majors, but has drawn participants from a wide array of majors across Southeastern’s colleges and the community. Several Southeastern students, alumni, and the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Gordon Miller, have been featured in the film with leading roles. The excitement was palatable when two students, Bethany Miller and Daniel Prevette, each had the privilege of directing a scene on the second night of shooting. A behind-the-scenes documentary of the film is also being recorded through videos and snap-shots of prominent moments and bloopers on set. Several of these clips and photos can be viewed on the film’s Facebook page; simply search for “Roundhousen’s Roast.” Southeastern’s Film Studies is looking forward to the future involvement of Harrison School for the Arts Motion Picture alumni! Earlier this year, Southeastern University and Harrison School for the Arts entered into an agreement through which Harrison Motion Production students who later enroll in Southeastern will receive college credit for specific courses they complete while attending Harrison. In connection with the success Southeastern’s Visual and Performing Arts are already experiencing, the newly aligned Performing Arts Advisory Council is excited to assist the university in progressing even further. Council members include District 5 County Commissioner Sam Johnson, Hall Communications’ Big4 News Director Andrea Oliver, Pastor Lynne Breidenbach of FaithLifeRadio.org, and Harrison School for the Arts’ Principal Craig Collins.

For more information on the programs or upcoming productions, please callSoutheastern University’s Department of Communication office at (863) 667-5119.

Southeastern University is located at 1000 Longfellow Blvd., Lakeland, Florida.

Dr. Gordon Miller (Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences) & Chrissy Sara (SEU student)

Marco Cordero (Director of Photography)

Professor Dave DeBorde (Director) andProfessor Nickolas Dixon (in background; Actor)


presented by theLake Wales Arts Council

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 167:30 PM at the Lake Wales Arts Center

1099 State Road 60 E, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Tickets available through theLake Wales Arts Center (863) 676-8426

Arts Council members $30;non-members $20

[email protected]

G.F. Handel’s MessiahPerformed by the Bach Festival of Central Florida

Chamber Choir and Orchestradirected by Dr. Carol Krueger

Save The Dates! March 18, 19 & 20

The Bach Festival Weekendof Baroque Opera & Instrumental Music

The Bach Festival presents theHenry Purcell English Baroque Opera

“Dido and Aeneus”in collaboration wth Florida Southern College and

Featuring the Festival Chamber Choir&

“Baroque Instruments”A recital of beautiful Baroque music

featuring violin, cello and organ.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 177:30 PM

Episcopal Church of the Ascension701 Orange Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756-5232

(727) 447-3469

Suggested Donation $20bachfestivalofcentralflorida.org

churchofascension.org


Get Ready to Laugh Y’all!Top Christian Comedienne

Chonda PierceSat., Dec. 11th - 8:00 p.m. Top comedienne and Christian Music Hall of Fame’s 2009 Comedian of the Year, Chonda Pierce brings an evening of positive comedy and an abundance of unpretentious Southern charm to The Lakeland Center Saturday, December 11th at 8pm. Tickets go on sale to the public October 8th at 10am and can be purchased for $24 and $45. Pierce has been entertaining audiences from coast to coast for more than a decade. An in-demand stand-up comic, television hostess and author, Chon-da has parlayed her gift for storytelling into a multi-faceted career. Pierce mixes music and comedy into a frothy blend that always leaves audiences laughing hysterically and begging for more. With both Gold and Platinum records under her belt for her widely popular live performance DVDs, she’s a frequent guest on the famed Grand Ole Opry and has served as host of the Inspirational Country Music Awards and Christian Music Hall of Fame. Pierce recently began co-hosting “Aspiring Women,” a talk show on the Total Living Network and her comedy is regularly featured on XM and Sirius satellite radio.

THE WAIT IS OVER! Monty Python’s

SPAMALOTThursday, December 23rd - 7:30 p.m. The Tony Award-winning Best Musical of 2005, Monty Python’s Spamalot, will visit the fair city of Lakeland for one night only on December 23rd, 7:30pm at The Lakeland Center. Tickets for this in-credible night of Broadway’s best comedy are $45. Lovingly “ripped-off” from the internationally fa-mous comedy team’s most popular motion picture, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Monty Python’s Spamalot is the winner of three 2005 Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Director (Mike Nichols), as well as the Drama Desk and Outer Crit-ics Circle awards for Best Musical. Telling the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, and their quest for the Holy Grail, Monty Python’s Spamalot features a chorus line of dancing divas and knights, flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits and one legless knight. Monty Python’s Spamalot is produced by Stephen B. Kane, Michael McFadden and Phoenix Entertain-ment.

Broadway’s Best-Loved MusicalTHE COLOR PURPLETuesday, January 4 - 7:30 p.m. The Lakeland Center is proud to announce that THE COLOR PUR-PLE, The Musical about Love, will play The Lakeland Center, Tues-day, January 4th at 7:30pm for one night only. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased for $45. This production of THE COLOR PURPLE, produced by Phoenix Entertainment ~ Joyful Noisemakers LLC, helmed by Stephen Kane and Michael McFadden, is the next phase in the life of the ground-breaking Broadway hit musical pro-duced by Scott Sanders.

THE COLOR PURPLE is based on the classic Pu-litzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the moving film by Steven Spielberg. It is the unforget-table and inspiring story of a woman named Celie, who finds the strength to triumph over adversity, and discover her unique voice in the world. With a joyous, GRAMMY®-nominated score featuring gos-pel, jazz, pop and the blues, THE COLOR PURPLE is about hope and the healing power of love. Michael Kuchwara of the Associated Press de-scribed THE COLOR PURPLE as “a Roof-Raising story of triumph.” And Richard Corliss of TIME Magazine said, “[it is] a soaring, epic tale. It made a joyful noise in my heart.” Elysa Gardner from USA Today raved, “Pure heart! It celebrates the inspiring relationships of faith and love, A Broadway hit!”

Relive TheBritish Invasion WithPetula ClarkTuesday, February 12:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. The Lakeland Center proudly presents interna-tional sensation and Gram-my Award winning artist Petula Clark, Tuesday, Feb-ruary 1st with performanc-es at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets are $40, $65 and $125.

Petula Clark became America’s number one fe-male vocalist during the musical British Invasion of the 1960s. Topping the U.S. charts with the un-forgettable million-seller Downtown earned her the first of two Grammys. A long string of classics fol-lowed including This Is My Song, I Know A Place, My Love, I Couldn’t Live Without Your Love, and many more. Petula has performed in concerts throughout the U.S. and Canada, in addition to headlining in Las Vegas for thirty years.

Two Blockbuster Performances of Michael Flatley’sLORD OF THE DANCEFebruary 8th-9th - 7:30 p.m. Lord of the Dance has announced its next line-up of tour dates including The Lakeland Center on Tuesday, February 8th and Wednesday, February 9th at 7:30pm. Tickets are $45. Recently, cast members Scott Doherty and Michael McHugh (McHugh for the category of dancers under age 18) were crowned world champions at the World Irish Dance Champi-onships. More than 100 million people worldwide have seen

Lord of the Dance -- the international Irish dancing extravaganza that has performed sold out shows at theaters, arenas and stadiums in over 67 countries. “Our suc-cess demonstrates the hunger people have,” says Flatley, “to wholly submerge themselves into a world where dancers interpret ev-

ery nuance of classic good versus evil through mod-ern Celtic music.” Lord of the Dance has an ability to connect with the audience and initiate and capti-vate a new generation. Adding to the visceral and

emotional impact are costumes, lighting and staging that are cinematic in scope. “Make no mistake,” adds Flatley, “Lord of the Dance begins where modern theatre ends.” Described by the New York Post as “fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining,” and by the Los Angeles Times as “a showpiece extravaganza,” Lord of the Dance is a mesmerizing blend of tradi-tional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramat-ic leaps and turns of dancers’ bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of preci-sion dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting.

THE MUSIC MANWednesday, February 167:30 p.m. The Music Man, winner of 6 Tony awards including Best Musical, is bringing its small town charm and famous songs to The Lake-land Center for one night only on Wednesday, Febru-ary 16th at 7:30pm. Tickets are $45. An affectionate paean to Smalltown, USA of a bygone era, THE MUSIC MAN follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying musical instruments and uniforms for a boy’s band he vows to organize – despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef! His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the town librarian, with chaos ensuing as the townsfolk get wind of his scheme. Filled with classical musical fun, tender romance and favorites including “Ya Got Trouble,” “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Goodnight My Someone,” “Gary, Indiana” and “Till There Was You,” THE MUSIC MAN is the perfect All-American Musical!

Back By Popular DemandThe People’s TenorMichael Amante Thursday, February 242:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Michael Amante, af-fectionately known as the “people’s tenor” comes to the Lakeland Center Thurs-day, February 24 with per-formances at 2:30pm and

7:30pm. Tickets are $40, $65 and $125. With his five-octave vocal range and multilingual abilities in English, Italian, Spanish, French, Ger-man, Latin and Polish, Amante is a vocalist equally at home and powerfully persuasive in Classical Op-era, Pop-rock, Gospel, Jazz and Broadway styles. His combination of suave all American good looks, ro-mantic charm and emotionally charged singing has wowed his fans everywhere.

The Lakeland Center offers a full variety of sporting events,concerts and shows. Located minutes between Orlando and

Tampa in Lakeland, Florida off I-4 on Lime Street,The Lakeland Center is 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 our website at www.thelakelandcenter.com.Group rates available. Tickets can also be purchased at any

Ticketmaster outlet, by phone 800-745-3000 or visitwww.ticketmaster.com.

FUTURE EVENTS: THE WIZARD OF OZ • SINATRA SINGS SINATRA • MARVIN HAMLISCH

Have you ever wondered where you can go to get quality mu-sical entertainment surrounded by a group of people of like interests? The Tuesday Music Club is the place to fit the bill! We are affiliated with the National and Florida Federation of Music Clubs. We are currently celebrating our 90th year of pre-senting quality music to the community.

Our meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month from Oct. to May at 10:30 at the Tuesday Music Club Building lo-cated on 421 E. Park Street. The meetings are free and open to the public. A catered luncheon follows the monthly meeting. On Wednesday, December 1 a Holiday Card Party Lun-cheon will be held at 11:30 - 3:00 for $15.00. Enjoy a special holiday time with friends and attend this event. A delicious luncheon will give you plenty of energy to play your favorite card or board games at this Ways and Means Project.

On December 14, 2010, A Holiday Celebration will be pre-sented by Harrison School for the Arts Satin Dolls under the direction of Judy McLaurin as well as students from Rebekah Haubry’s Piano Studio.

On January 11th we will present aMember Showcase. This is held incelebration of National Federation of Music Clubs’ Founders Day, and willfeature talents of some of the members of Tuesday Music Club.

On February 8 the program The Sounds of Music will be presented by the Southeastern University Singers under the direction of Dr. Daniel Gordon. Also scheduled is International Guest Concert Pianist Julian Toha who will perform favorite selections from his repertoire. Julian is currently studying at the Royal Academy of Music in London

and is taking time off to perform concerts in Florida during the month of February.

On Saturday, February 12, TMC’s Annual Dinner Theater will be held. The Young Americans touring group from Warner University will present an evening filled with terrific entertainment to be enjoyed with tasty cuisine. This Ways and Means Activity helps earn monies for use of our TMC projects and Scholarships. Time: 6:30-9:00 Cost - $25.00

The TMC Sunday Musicale on February 27 at 3:00 is a time to invite your friends and neighbors to a free program which offers examples of some of the types of programs we offer at our regular meetings. A wide variety of music will be pre-sented to interest everyone. A Free Will Donation will be ac-cepted for TMC Scholarships and Projects. We are so pleased to announce that two of our scholarship winners have also won the FFMC’s Jeanie/Stephen Foster Vocal Auditions held in October held at the Stephen Foster Folk and Culture Center. Christopher Kline is the 2010 Stephen and Brittany Wood was awarded a Jeanie maid award.

We are proud of our growth and the in-volvement of our members in the club and community. We have been a dynamic club for 90 years that will continue to be an asset to the community in support of the performing arts.

Contact person: Ann Stockton,Publicity/Program [email protected]: 863-701-2813

Tuesday Music Club of Lakeland

Top Photo: Chris Kline and Brittany Wood, winners ofthe Jeanie/Stephen Foster Auditions. Bottom Photos:Warner University Young Americans Touring Group.


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Second Annual Musical Series

“A Night At The Ramon”We will be putting on our second musical series at the Ramon Theater in Frostproof. We have lined up somemusical talent from throughout Florida, as well as some of our own homegrown talent. We are excited to offera season pass to all 7 shows at a very reasonable price of $75. You can’t go anywhere to catch the kind oftalent we are bringing in for a little over $10 a show. We have such performers as: An Elton & Elvis night, A2JBLUEGRASS & Dixie Bluegrass Express, Long Shot Band, MoonDancer, Steven Sternberg, Tammerlin andThe Repeatles. All performances will be approximately two hours in length. If you choose not to purchase aseason pass we will be offering a discounted price on these shows as long as they are purchased prior to theday of the show. Listed below are the show dates, performer(s) and pricing for the event(s):

January 8th, 2011 – Long Shot BandSinging original, classic and country music led by Lee Allcorn (Winner of ColgateCountry Showdown in Arcadia). All original songs will take you back to the good old days.

Tickets will be $20 at the door or $15 prior to January 8th, 2011.

January 29th, 2011 – An Elton & Elvis Evening (Dwight Icenhower w/The Repeatles)Dwight Icenhower performing renditions as Elvis Presley and Elton John.

Tickets will be $20 at the door or $15 prior to January 29th, 2011.

February 4th, 2011 – Steven SternbergWinner of the 2002 Best new Florida Song Contest. Boogie-Woogie, Blues,Ragtime and Neo-Classical Pianist.

Tickets will be $20 at the door or $15 prior to February 4th, 2011.

February 12th, 2011 – MoonDancerMoonDancer is an eclectic, professional jazz, swing, and rhythm & bluesband led by vocalist/pianist Cathy DeWitt.


February 26th, 2011 – TammerlinTammerlin has been placing their own stamp on folk/roots music. Withtheir mix of clever originals, traditional songs from both sides of the Atlantic.


March 12th, 2011 – The RepeatlesThe Repeatles perform 50’s & 60’s tunes by the likes of Buddy Holly, Elvis, The Everly Brothers, The Rolling Stones and The Beatles. A near sellout last year.

Tickets will be $20 at the door or $15 prior to March 12th, 2011.

March 19th, 2011 – A2JBLUEGRASS & Dixie Bluegrass Express A full range of hard driving, fast picking bluegrass with a great blend of harmonies. Tickets will be $20 at the door or $15 prior to March 19th, 2011.

Season ticket for all 7 performances is $75 prior to January 8th, 2011.All shows begin at 7 pm and run for approximately 2 hours.

Again, we are excited to bring the city of Frostproof this kind of talent. Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance and support the

Ramon Theater for bringing in such great entertainment. The more you support the Ramon Theater, the more we can bringin such class acts in the future. We look forward to seeing you all

at each and every show. Purchase tickets online atwww.ramontheater.com, or at the Ramon Theater office,

15 E. Wall Street, Frostproof, FL 33843Call 863-635-7222 or 863-635-9112


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Rich in cultural and heritage diversity, Polk County offers a variety of museums and historic landmarks that are an important part of Florida history.

Cow Camp at Lake KissimmeeState Park Lake WalesWeekends, Oct. thru April(863) 696-1112 or www.floridastateparks.org/lakekissimmee

Christmas at Pinewood Holiday TourBok Tower Gardens, Lake WalesNov. 26 - Jan 1(863) 676-1408 or www.boktowergardens.org

Florida FlywheelersChristmas In The VillageFort Meade – Dec. 10 -11 and 17-18www.floridaflywheelers.org

Alafia River RendezvousHomeland – Jan. 15 - 20www.floridafrontiersmen.org

Smoke on the Water BBQ EventWinter Haven – Feb. 4 - 5863-287-3075 or www.boysandgirlsbbq.com

Ribs on the RidgeLake Eva, Haines City – Feb. 18 - 19863-421-3700 or www.ci.hainescity.fl.us

Lakeland Pig FestTigertown, Lakeland – Feb. 22 - 23e-mail: [email protected]

Visit our historic landmarks.

Polk County Historical Museum & Genealogical Library – BartowHomeland Heritage Park – HomelandLake Wales Museum and Cultural Center – Lake WalesL.B. Brown House Museum – BartowHistoric Dundee Depot Museum – DundeeFort Meade Historical Museum – Fort MeadeFrostproof Historical Society and Museum – FrostproofHistoric Polk Theatre – LakelandWomen’s Club and Historic Museum – Winter HavenThe Carillon and Pinewood Estates at Bok Tower Gardens – Lake WalesMulberry Phosphate Museum – Mulberry

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