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SRQ DAILY Mar 3, 2017

Friday Weekend Edition

Friday Weekend Edition

"There's a world of education here, surrounded by a world of hedonism."

- Christophe von Hohenberg, photographer
 

[Gallery]  Tonight: Alfstad& Remembers Andy Warhol
Philip Lederer, Phil.Lederer@srqme.com

In 1987, Vanity Fair tapped a young photographer named Christophe von Hohenberg to cover Andy Warhol’s memorial. The pop art icon had died only months prior, and the service at St. Patrick’s Cathedral promised to be a veritable who’s-who of the art world, the fashion world and all the other worlds that Warhol managed to unite through his strange magnetism. A friend of Warhol, Hohenberg took the assignment, capturing in stark black and white the strange and solemn procession of friends and admirers arriving to pay their last respects, the pressing crowds behind them filling the New York streets. But Vanity Fair never published the photos.

Vanity Fair wanted fashion—mourners in miniskirts. Hohenberg wanted cultural documentation. He kept the photos, ultimately publishing a book of the work—The Day the Factory Died—featuring letters from Warhol’s friends and subjects and contributed to a handful of exhibitions throughout the years, but the photos remained largely hidden from the more general audience.

Tonight, with the opening of Remembering Andy Warhol: Thirty Years Ago at Alfstad& Contemporary, Sarasota audiences will finally get their chance to view the images up-close and see what Hohenberg saw that day at St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

On the walls of Alfstad&, arranged in simple white frames, Hohenberg’s work transforms into something far more than documentation. There’s the laundry list of celebrity attendees—Tom Wolfe, Yoko Ono, Christo, Raquel Welch adopting a power stance in sunglasses with the police barricades behind her—each paying tribute to the fallen icon, but the heart of the exhibit resides in the letters, some handwritten, collected by Hohenberg and presented alongside their photo. Sharing stories and fond memories, the correspondence exudes warmth and celebration, sadness at Warhol’s passing lightened by the richness of the experience of his friendship.

As much a celebration of the world Warhol inhabited and helped create and feed as the artist himself, Hohenberg also sees the exhibit as a way of remembering the figures that supported Warhol and were titans in their own right, such as art dealers Irving Blum and Leo Castelli, who championed contemporary and pop art. “There’s a world of education here,” Hohenberg says and starts laughing, “surrounded by a world of incredible hedonism.”

In addition to Hohenberg’s photography and the accompanying letters, the exhibit features modified prints and original silkscreens inspired by Warhol and his particular color palette, made in-house at Alfstad& with the staff.

Remembering Andy Warhol: Thirty Years Ago opens tonight at Alfstad& with a reception with the artist at 5:30pm. The exhibit runs until April 1, the thirtieth anniversary of the memorial, when Hohenberg will be back for another evening event. 

Pictured: Yoko Ono at Andy Warhol's memorial. Photo by Christophe von Hohenberg.

[Good Bite]  Feeling Blue?
Kendall Sompolski

There’s nothing better than an ice-cold Blue Moon ale—except maybe an ice-cold Blue Moon margarita from Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, also known as the drinking shop with a taco problem. But if Blue Moon isn’t your number one choice, don’t fret: if Fuzzy’s has your beer of choice in a bottle—they’ll make it into a margarita. Known for being fast, fresh and fun, Fuzzy’s is the perfect place to bring friends and family visiting for spring break—there’s no better cure for a piping-hot beach day (mixed with a mid-day hangover, perhaps?) than a frosty frozen margarita for winding down. Top off your refreshing marg with one of Fuzzy’s famous tacos so all the blue goodness doesn’t go straight to your head. Within minutes, you’ll be just as relaxed as your friends vacationing—after a few drinks, don’t forget to remind them that that we live where they vacation. 

Photo courtesy of Fuzzy's Taco Shop.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop, 2515 University Pkwy., Sarasota, 941-822-8933.

[Recipe]  Pear Please
SRQ Staff

March is still winter, right? Stay in the cool-weather groove even if it's 80 degrees outside with chef Paul Mattison's recipe for roasted pear and croissant bread pudding. Perfect for outdoor picnics with the family or spooning straight out of the casserole dish on the couch with a glass of wine.

Ingredients: 7 eggs; 1½ cups sugar; ¼ cup honey; 2 cups heavy cream; 3 pears; 8 croissants; ¾ cup shredded coconut.

Crème Anglaise Ingredients: 1 qt. cream; 1 cup sugar; 1 vanilla bean; 8 egg yolks.

For the Crème Anglaise, combine the cream, ½ cup sugar and the vanilla bean in a stockpot over medium heat. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Separately mix the remaining ½ cup sugar and the egg yolk in a stainless bowl. Slowly temper this mixture by adding small amounts of the warm cream mixture, careful not to cook the yolks. Strain into a clean pot and return to medium heat. Stir constantly with a rubber spatula until the mixture thickens enough to coat the spatula. Chill before serving.

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, blend the eggs, sugar, honey and heavy cream with an immersion blender. Peel and dice the pears into ½ inch cubes. Cut or tear the croissants into large pieces. Combine the pears, croissants and coconut. Pour the cream mixture over the pears and bread, and toss to coat. Press into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Cover with parchment paper and then cover with foil. Place pan in a larger baking pan and fill with enough water to come ¼ inch up the sides of the pan with the bread pudding. Bake for one hour. Uncover and remove from the water bath. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, until just golden. Serve warm with Crème Anglaise. 

Photo courtesy of Mattison's.

Mattison's Restaurant

[Education]  Bayshore High Designated as AVID National Demonstration School

Bayshore High School will hold a special celebration onWednesday, March 8, 2017 to celebrate becoming an AVID National Demonstration School. AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. This distinction will make Bayshore one of only six high schools in Florida with this AVID designation. In addition, it means other schools interested in learning more about AVID will now visit Bayshore High to see and experience their programs in practice. AVID holds students accountable to the highest standards and provides academic and social support. AVID students are typically middle-B, C and D students with the desire to go to college and willingness to work hard. Many of them will be the first in their families to attend college. A site coordinator organizes the curriculum, as well as activities for the AVID elective classes. National Demonstration Schools undergo a rigorous validation process, which must be revalidated every two years. 

Manatee Schools

[Recognition]  Neal Named 40 Under 40 Leader by "Professional Builder"

Michael Neal, a land development manager at Neal Communities, the area's largest locally owned and operated private builder, was recognized by Professional Builder in the magazine’s annual list of 40 Under 40 leaders in its March 2017 issue. Professional Builder received more than 200 nominations this year before narrowing the field to 40. The 2017 class of 11 women and 29 men represent all regions of the US. The 40 Under 40 award winners are chosen by the magazine’s editors and celebrate exceptional individuals who have distinguished themselves by their career achievement and service to their professions and communities. Since 2011, Professional Builder has been honoring the next generation of leaders in the home building industry. These rising stars come from any field related to residential new construction, including home building, design, interior design, architecture and sustainable development. 

Neal Communities



[TODAY]  MUSIC: The Outside Track , March 3, 8pm

Hailing from Scotland, Ireland, Cape Breton and Vancouver, this five member band is united by a love of traditional music and a commitment to creating new music on its foundation. Using fiddle, accordion, harp, guitar, flute, step-dance and vocals these five virtuosos blend boundless energy with unmistakable joie de vivre. Each player within The Outside Track is a master of their chosen instrument with the band stacking up an impressive amount of international awards. Tickets are $15 dollars in advance and $20 day of the show.

Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct., Sarasota

[TODAY]  MUSIC: Rejoicing in Ravel II with David Davani, baritone and Joseph Holt, piano , March 3, 12pm

Baritone David Davani, a semi-finalist in Artist Series Concerts’ 2016 National Competition for Voice, performs with Joseph Holt. More info at NPCSarasota.com.

Northminister Presbyterian Church , 3131 E. 61st St., Sarasota

[WEEKEND]  PERFORMANCE: Poulenc's "Dialogues of the Carmelites" , March 4 – March 12

Set during the French Revolution’s infamous "Reign of Terror," the opera follows the story of Blanche de la Force as she dedicates her life to God’s service by joining a Carmelite order. As the story unfolds, the revolution threatens to destroy all that’s most sacred to the nuns. Blanche’s journey will lead her to learn the true meaning of faith. March 4, 7, 15 and 24, 7:30 p.m. and March 12 and 18, 1:30 p.m. Tickets and info at www.sarasotaopera.org.

Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota

[WEEKEND]  MUSIC: Faithfully French Choral Gems , March 5, 7pm

Conducted by artistic director Joseph Holt, Sarasota’s professional chorus performs Duruflé’s Requiem and Poulenc’s Gloria, with guest organist Stephen Hamilton and soloists Jenny Kim-Godfrey, soprano, Amy Jo Connours, mezzo soprano and David Davani, baritone. Tickets and more info at www.gloriamusicae.org

First Church, 104 S. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota

[SOON]  SPORTS: Archie Griffin Celebrity Golf Classic , March 6 – March 7, 12:00pm-9:00pm 8:00am-5pm

Golf and mingle with two–time Heisman Trophy winner, Archie Griffin and a star–studded field of celebrity friends at the Archie Griffin Celebrity Golf Classic on March 6 and 7 at The Concession Golf Club. All proceeds will benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County.

The Concession Golf Club, 7700 Lindrick Ln. Bradenton, FL 34202

[SOON]  THEATER: God of Carnage , March 8 – March 19

A playground altercation between 11-year-old boys bring together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. Directed by Elliott Raines, tickets are $18. 

The Players Centre for Performing Arts, 838 N Tamiami Trail

[SOON]  THEATER: God of Carnage , March 8 – March 19

Directed by Elliot Raines This play focuses on a playground altercation between 11-year-old boys who bring together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the meeting progresses, and the rum flows, tensions emerge and the gloves come off, leaving the couples with more than just their liberal principles in tatters. Single tickets are $18 per person. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit http://www.theplayers.org/shows/backstage-at-the-players/G

The Players Theatre of Sarasota, 838 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  GALLERY: The "Light Chasers" - Plein Air Painters of the Suncoast , March 8, 9-11am

100 talented artists will be setting up their easels at the Farm House Market. Follow the red balloons and watch their works on canvas turn into masterpieces, which will be judged and awarded. Each painting will be available for purchase. 

Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  BUSINESS: Modern Home Magazine Symposium , March 9, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Join SRQ MEDIA for the Modern Home Magazine Symposium on Thursday, March 9 from 5:30-7:30pm at SRQ Studios. Hear about the inspiration behind some of Sarasota's most iconic home designs.

$5 cover includes one glass of wine or beer and light bites. Please RSVP to rsvp@srqme.com.

SRQ Studios , 331 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  THEATER: LipSchtick: One is a crowd , March 10, 7:30pm

LipSchtick is a one-man quick-change show, in which David Scarbie Mitchell evolves through seven characters and eleven costume changes without EVER leaving the stage. The audience sees the whole process, which is fast-paced, set to music and sometimes hysterically “out of control. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit http://www.theplayers.org/shows/snap/

The Players Theatre of Sarasota, 838 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  MUSIC: Vibes and Voices with La Lucha , March 11, 8pm

Vocalist/Poet Ingrid Sertso and Karl Berger, vibraphone/piano will entertain with songs and poetry by Bob Dylan, Sonny Rollins, Ornette Coleman, Don Cherry, Kahlil Gibran, and originals. Known as the co-founders of the legendary Creative Music Studio (www.creativemusic.org), Ingrid and Karl are internationally active, award-winning performers.  Post-Bop, some might call it experimental or free jazz. Tampa's La Lucha fills out the orchestration.

Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct., Sarasota

[SOON]  GALA: Cat Depot Gala: Stop in the Name of Love , March 11, 6:30pm-10:30pm

Don’t miss an evening of Motown and soul at Cat Depot’s 2017 Gala: Stop in the Name of Love on March 11 at the Hyatt Regency. Enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing, silent auctions and a premium raffle. Entertainment will be provided by M-Town Connection: The Motown Review. 

The Hyatt Regency Sarasota, 1000 Blvd. of the Arts Sarasota, Florida 34236

[SOON]  SEMINAR: Stolen Legacy: Theft and the Quest for Justice , March 14, 7pm

How can we seek justice for Holocaust victims whose property was taken and lives were torn apart? In her new book, former BBC investigative journalist Dina Gold describes the Nazi seizure of her family’s stately six-story building and her extensive battle to reclaim it and rebuild their legacy. Join Gold and other guest speakers to learn about the ongoing challenges of restitution and the Museum’s resources that individuals like Gold have used to research the fate of family members and that others have used to build legal cases, including the Holocaust Survivors and Victims Database and the International Tracing Service archive. Register online or contact Museum Southeast@ushmm.org https://www.ushmm.org/online/calendar/eventDetails.php?event=SETLLSARASOTA0317

Temple Beth Sholom

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: New Stages , March 16 – March 19

With the Historic Asolo Theater under renovation Ringling’s New Stages is a work of art that promises to transform your role as a spectator into an active participant through alternate venues. Join Ringling on March 16-19 for Experiment #42.000 by the Institute for Psychogeographic Adventure. By yourself or in the company of a friend, you will be led through a series of performance encounters ranging from the intimate to the spectator. Each, an elaborate experiment that will uncover the psychogeographic qualities of The Ringling galleries and gardens. 

The Ringling , 5401 Bay Shore Rd. Sarasota, FL 34243

[SOON]  GALA: Gala Weekend of Light Chasers Art Shows , March 17, 5-8pm

To restore the Keith Mansion, be sure to wear and bring some green, as donations for the mansion restoration project will be greatly accepted. A percentage of all proceeds from the Light Chasers Art Show sales will be going towards restoration funds. Come mingle with artists from throughout the week as you enjoy refreshments, music and, the gorgeous ambience of the Keith Mansion. Do not miss your opportunity to view wonderful landscapes, rending the Paint Sarasota Paint Out March 18th and 19th.

Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

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