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"The great dialogue of what makes an American is right out there on stage."

- Peter Amster, director
 

[Theater]  Asolo Concludes Washington Trilogy with "Born Yesterday"
Philip Lederer, Phil.Lederer@srqme.com

Asolo Repertory Theatre unveils the final production in what some backstage are affectionately dubbing the “Washington Trilogy” with tonight’s opening of Garson Kanin’s political comedy Born Yesterday. First a Broadway play and then an Oscar-winning film, it’s My Fair Lady meets House of Cards when ex-showgirl Billie Dawn gets dragged to Washington, DC so her business magnate boyfriend, Harry Brock, can take advantage of a corrupt senator. But when seemingly simple Dawn begins to embarrass Brock and he hires a DC journalist to give her rough edges a polish, he awakens a startling adversary. Directed by Asolo Rep regular Peter Amster, Born Yesterday opens tonight and runs through April 15.

Alongside Richard Schenkkan’s The Great Society and John Strand’s The Originalist (both still currently onstage at the Asolo), Born Yesterday will be the third show of this final season of the American Character Project to take place within the halls of power in Washington, DC, hence the nickname. And with its focus on the corrupting influence of business on politics and the importance of a vigilant citizenry, Amster says it couldn’t be a more timely addition. “Plays change when times change,” he says. “It seems to me that this play is much more poignant and has much more to say than it did even eight years ago.”

But such timeliness is not partisan, Amster is quick to add—with the programming planned long in advance as well—but a testament to the greatness and resonance of Kanin’s work and how it can speak to multiple issues at once. “If the election had come out differently, it would be telling a slightly different story than it is now,” he says, “possibly more about women’s empowerment than the importance of being an alert citizen.” Words and stories find their own relevance in the climate of the times and the temperature of the room. Either way, Amster says, Born Yesterday is less about which side of the political aisle one is on and more about the importance of engagement. “It’s more dangerous if you don’t care,” he says.

Looking to opening night, Amster promises a fresh take on the theater classic, with a lead performance he calls “brilliant” from Christina DeCicco and an “absolutely spectacular” production design from the same team that brought Living On Love to the Asolo stage last year. “You can’t think of it as an old play,” he says. “Think of it as a brand new play, every time.”

Born Yesterday opens tonight at Asolo Repertory Theatre and runs through April 15. 

Pictured: Christina DeCicco and Christopher Kelly in "Born Yesterday." Photo by John Revisky.

[Good Bite ]  Sick of the Surfer?
Kendall Sompolski

Do the unthinkable and order something other than the famed Surfer Sandwich from Anna’s Deli (crazy, we know). Just think of the Villager as a remix to your favorite song—a little different but you still play it on repeat and sing at the top of your lungs. Sometimes too much of a good thing can be bad (or really, really boring), so step out of your tastebuds’ comfort zone and try the Villager, filled with grade-A deli salami and bologna, Swiss and onions. Don’t forget to top it off with the signature Anna’s Sauce and pair with a crunchy, refreshing pickle. Anna’s may be the “Home of the Surfer” but we say Anna’s is also “Home of the Humble Villager.” 

Anna's Deli, 6535 Midnight Pass Rd., 941-349-4888.

[Community]  Jacobs Family Start Scholarship for SCF Business Students

Kyle and Pamela Jacobs of Fairway Funding Group Mortgage Lender have created a new scholarship for State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) business and finance students. The scholarship is for first time in college students who enroll in a degree-seeking program at SCF. They should be eligible to receive in-state tuition, have a 3.0 grade point average and be employed at least 10 hours a week. The scholarship will be awarded to two students per year in the 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 school years. The Jacobs' goal is to support students who are enrolled at a local college. They chose SCF for its philosophy of promoting internships and reputation of helping graduates find jobs. 

Funding Group Mortgage Lender

[Synergy]  Goodwill Partners with Local Tea Company on Cup of Kindness

The week of February 12 offers an annual opportunity to unite people through kindness. First formally recognized in 1995, National Random Acts of Kindness Week is a seven-day celebration with the goal of demonstrating that kindness is contagious. Since the launch of the Kindness Community in December, Goodwill Manasota has teamed up with Local Tea Company to create a new initiative, Cup of Kindness, to keep the conversation about kindness going. The Cup of Kindness Tea is available for purchase through Goodwill’s website. The proceeds from the sales of the tea will support Goodwill’s Special Emergency Resources for Veterans (SERV) program—100 percent of the proceeds will go straight to helping veterans and their families in need of emergency financial assistance for housing, education and food. 

Goodwill Manasota

[Recognition]  Ron and Bozena Suponcic Earn 18th Five Star Award

Luxury real estate professionals Ron and Bozena Suponcic of RE/MAX Alliance Group have once again earned the Five Star Real Estate Agent Award for customer satisfaction. They have won this prestigious award a combined total of 18 times. Based on an independent survey of recent home buyers, the Five Star Award is presented to fewer than 7 percent of real estate agents and is based on customer service, integrity, market knowledge, communication, negotiation, closing preparation, post-sale service, finding the right home, marketing of the home and overall satisfaction. Agents must also receive a favorable regulatory and complaint-history review. The Suponcics are multi-year members of the RE/MAX Platinum Club, performing in the top 7 percent of RE/MAX agents worldwide.

 

  

RE/MAX Alliance Group



[Inside The Issue]  Spring Teasers

In this month's second foodie feature, Spring Teasers, we investigate upcoming weird and wild trends making their way to your local table. Noodles get a vegan makeover. Matcha pops up in more than just hot tea. Mushrooms take center stage. So, unfurl your napkins, pull up a seat and dig in! 

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[TODAY]  THEATER: Older Than Dirt , February 8 – June 11

A musical comedy providing a witty and heartfelt 360 degree view of aging. Featuring songs by Shel Silverstein, Adam Sandler, and Neil Young, this play takes the audience on a journey through the pitfalls and perks of aging, and is a part of the Sarasota Festival of New Plays.

Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 North Palm Ave.

[SOON]  DANCE: Dance Makers - 11th Annual Concert , February 9 – February 12, Thurs-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm

Featuring imaginative dance pieces by nationally acclaimed contemporary choreographers—Michael Foley, Doug Gillespie, and Adele Myers. These works are selected by the artistic director to present the strength, power, charm, and diversity of the company and choreographers at Sarasota Contemporary Dance. 

Jane B. Cook Theatre, 5555 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota, 34243

[SOON]  FESTIVAL: 29th Annual Festival of the Arts , February 11 – February 12, 10am–5pm

Residents and visitors are invited to stroll amidst life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography, ceramics and more from the 250 artists who are on-site to discuss their inspirations and processes for each hand-made work. Parking is free and pets on leashes are always welcomed. Free and open to the public.

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Hearts for Homeless Pets , February 11, 9am–2pm

A pet adoption event helping dogs find their forever home, furry would-be friends come to the Bradenton Farmers’ Market just days before Valentine’s Day, where market-goers can meet the adoptable pooches. Dogs from Manatee County Animal Services, Humane Society of Manatee County, Moonracer No Kill Animal Rescue, Safe Haven Animal Rescue of Florida and Underdog Rescue of Florida will be available for adoption. In addition to the local rescue groups, representatives from Southeastern Guide Dogs will be available to explain how to become involved in training puppies to be service dogs.

Bradenton Farmers Market, Old Main St., Downtown Bradenton

[SOON]  MUSIC: French Connection with Edgar Moreau and Jessica Xylina Osborne , February 12, 3pm

Called the "rising star of the French cello," and a “young musketeer of the bow,” 22-year-old French-born Edgar Moreau consistently captivates audiences with his effortless virtuosity and dynamic performances. Moreau and pianist Jessica Xylina Osborne perform works by Poulenc, Beethoven and Brahms. Tickets and info at www.artistseriesconcerts.org.

Faith Lutheran Church, 7750 Beneva Rd., Sarasota

[SOON]  SEMINAR: Lecture: Marc Chagall's D'Azur with Dr. Carol Ockman , February 13, 11:30am

Dr. Carol Ockman, curator-at-large with Selby Gardens and the Robert Sterling Clark Professor of Art History at Williams College, Williamstown, Mass., discusses Selby Garden’s first-of-its-kind exhibition, “Marc Chagall, Flowers and the French Riviera: The Color of Dreams.” The event includes a plated lunch at Michael’s on the Bay at Selby Gardens. Tickets and info at www.selby.org.

Michael's on the Bay at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 811 South Palm Ave., Sarasota

[SOON]  SEMINAR: SWAC Speaker Series , February 15

Join the Sarasota World Affairs Council for the next installment of their 2016–2017 lecture series, featuring Dr. Robert Gallucci, Director of the John W. Kluge Center at the Library of Congress and former Assistant Secretary of State. Dr. Gallucci explores the evolution of the US approach in dealing with nuclear weapons and their re-emergence as critical to Russian defense policy, Chinese force modernization and regional importance in the middle east. He will also address the threat posed by the prospect of a terrorist nuclear attack. Each SWAC lecture is followed by a members wine and cheese reception on Sarasota Bay where attendees speak face–to–face to those working directly in the field of international affairs.

[SOON]  BUSINESS: Lecture: At Their Doorstep, with author Charlotte Perret , February 15, 11am

Explore the street fairs of Paris and their carnival folk via stories and photographic postcards from the 1900s.

Kamlet Library of the Sarasota Opera House , 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota

[SOON]  SEMINAR: Lecture: Dialogues of the Carmelites: The Big Picture , February 15, 7pm

An event designed to bring the background of Francis Poulenc’s opera “Dialogues of the Carmelites” to the foreground. The event features talks led by Dr. Jocelyn Vantuyl and Dr. Maribeth Clark, both of New College, and musical excerpts of the opera presented by artists of the Sarasota Opera. More information at www.sarasotaopera.org

Kamlet Library of the Sarasota Opera House , 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota

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