« Back To SRQ Daily Archive

SRQ DAILY Dec 22, 2017

Friday Weekend Edition

Please allow images to view this email properly

Friday Weekend Edition

"It's perfect for those who are both new to classical music and those who already love it."

- Elizabeth Power, PMP Suncoast
 

[Performance]  PMP Sarasota Winter Residency Brings Ample Opportunity for Listening
Philip Lederer, Phil.Lederer@srqme.com

The 14th annual Perlman Music Program (PMP) Sarasota Winter Residency has arrived, kicking off this past Wednesday with its Bach to Jazz event, featuring PMP alumni Sean Lee (violin) and Peter Dugan (piano) entertaining guests in the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee (USFSM) courtyard with performances ranging from Bach and Puccini to their own original compositions. For the students of the 17-day residency, who come from around the world, it’s an opportunity for intensive and personal instruction from a celebrated faculty led by the famed Itzhak Perlman. For everyone else not wielding a bow, it’s a chance to indulge the auditory with any number of the 20 free musical events or handful of ticketed concerts.

With nearly all free events being held on the USFSM campus in the comfortable confines of a heated performance tent seating roughly 1,000, attendees have near-daily opportunities to not only hear performances from esteemed faculty and talented up-and-comers, but also a window into the process that makes it all possible. Part performance and part education, “It’s perfect for those who are both new to classical music and those who already love it,” says PMP Suncoast Executive Director Elizabeth Power. At any of the five orchestra rehearsals, see Perlman himself wielding the baton and leading his charges; in chorus rehearsals (there are seven) experience the PMP chorus of students, faculty and local talent come together under Chorus Master Patrick Romano. The seven Works-in-Progress Student Recitals feature individual and small group performance with wide-ranging selections and the three Master Classes bring the focus to one-on-one instruction.

And thanks to the microphones, audiences will be able to hear how rehearsal and instruction function, as well as enjoy the results. “It’s all about the excitement of the moment,” says Power. “How a developing young artist responds and interacts with the audience during their performance, and the reflection of that in the audience’s response. It’s truly magical. There’s nothing like it.” With Q&A sessions following most events, the audience will get a chance to lend their voice and actively participate in the moment as well.

At least one such event is scheduled for each day, excepting the Mondays of Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, and Thursday, Jan. 4, the day of the annual Celebration Concert.

But not everything can be free, and the Winter Residency does include a handful of ticketed events, including a Dec. 30 rehearsal performance from the PMP Super Strings. Featuring young violinists, violists, cellists and bassists, they will perform alongside the PMP String Orchestra and under the guidance of Perlman. On Jan. 4 in the Sarasota Opera House, the Celebration Concert celebrates the culmination of the Winter Residency, bringing both the PMP Chorus and the PMP String Orchestra to the stage to show what all the rehearsal has led to.

For a full schedule, visit the link below. The PMP Sarasota Winter Residency runs through Jan. 6. 

Pictured: Itzhak Perlman conducts the Celebration Concert at the end of the 2016/17 PMP Sarasota Winter Residency. Photo courtesy of PMP Suncoast.

PMP Sarasota Winter Residency

[Education]  Gocio Elementary Looking for Writing Tutors

Volunteer writing tutors are needed for a five-week writing program for fourth-graders that will be starting in January at Gocio Elementary School. No formal teaching or tutoring experience required; just an interest in helping students and a passion for language arts. Two training sessions will be held the second week of January at the school, 3450 Gocio Road, Sarasota. Volunteers must attend both sessions to participate. The first training session is set for 11:30am–12:30pm, Wednesday, Jan. 10. The second session is scheduled for 11:30am–1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 12. Volunteers will be trained to guide students on the path to success on the Florida Standards Assessment in March 2018. The writing program focuses on encouraging students to use evidence to support claims in their writing, an invaluable skill that will serve them for years to come. Volunteers will work with two students for 30 minutes each, totaling one hour of tutoring per week. For more information about the Gocio Elementary writing program or to register for the training sessions, please contact the Sarasota County Schools Volunteer and Partnership Office. 

Sarasota County Schools Volunteer and Partnership Office

[Synergy]  Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation Awards Eight Grants

Eight grants totaling $854,869 were awarded by Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation to Sarasota Memorial Health Care System and five local community organizations recently during its Fall 2017 grants cycle. The grants included: $427,829 to the SMH Rehabilitation Department, $250,000 to Community Health Centers of Sarasota County (CHCSC), $236,065 to First Step of Sarasota, $76,000 to SMH Clinical Research Center, $73,000 to SMH Clinical Research Center, $40,000 to Vincent Academy, $9,690 to Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota and $7,500 to Florida Cancer Specialists Foundation. 

Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation

[Recognition]  Doctors Hospital Earns Five-Star Rating from CMS

Doctors Hospital of Sarasota has earned five stars from the Center for Medicaid Services (CMS). CMS is the federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that administers Medicare. Five stars is the highest rating a hospital can earn and only five hospitals in the state of Florida earned five stars. The overall star rating is based on 57 different quality measures including mortality, safety of care, patient experience and effectiveness of care. Earlier this year, Doctors Hospital of Sarasota also earned an “A” safety rating from The Leapfrog Group. Leapfrog assigns A, B, C, D and F letter grades to hospitals based on performance in preventing medical errors, infections and other harmful conditions. Doctors Hospital has earned an “A” consistently since 2014. 

Doctors Hospital of Sarasota

[Community]  Asolo Rep and "Evita" Raise $30,000 for Puerto Rico Relief

Throughout Asolo Rep's sold-out run of Evita (Nov. 14 - Dec. 30), the theatre has collected donations for Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria relief in Puerto Rico. The initiative was inspired by Ana Isabelle (who plays Eva  Perón in Evita), a celebrated Puerto Rican recording artist and actress who traveled from New York City to Puerto Rico to be with her family during the devastation of Hurricane Maria. The theatre has raised more than $30,000. All funds raised will go directly to United for Puerto Rico, First Lady of Puerto Rico Beatriz Rosselló's initiative, in collaboration with the private sector, to provide aid and support for those impacted by Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria. All of the proceeds will go toward helping the victims. The fundraiser will continue through Jan. 2. Donations are accepted at the conclusion of each performance of Evita and also during normal box office hours in the lobby of the theatre. 

Asolo Repertory Theatre



[TODAY]  GALLERY: Sea Debris - Awareness Through Art , December 9 – June 15, 10am to 5pm

Artwork made of marine debris including Greta the Great White Shark and Natasha the Turtle will arrive to Mote Marine this winter. This exhibit will bring awareness to the 4.4 pounds on average of trash genereated by each American daily. These larger-than-life sculptures are entirely made from plastic and other debris gathered from the Oregon Coast.

Mote Marine, 600 Ken Thompson Pkwy., Sarasota

[TODAY]  BUSINESS: Lights in Bloom , December 21 – December 30, 6:00PM

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens lights up the holiday season with Lights In Bloom. Over one million lights will illuminate the garden and walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels. Visitors will have the opportunity to stroll through magical gardens filled with beautifully lit flowers, radiant rainforest butterflies, dragonflies and more. The tropical holiday paradise includes nightly visits from Santa and his elves (before Christmas Eve), children’s arts and crafts activities and games, plus live entertainment with SoulRCoaster each evening. Grilled foods will be available for purchase from the Michael’s on East grill including a cash bar. The Selby House Cafe will also be open with its full menu. In its 14th year, Lights In Bloom has become a tradition for residents and visitors to celebrate the holiday season in Sarasota

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens , 811 S Palm Ave Sarasota, FL 34236

[WEEKEND]  THEATER: Once , November 8 – December 31, 2pm, 3pm, 7pm or 8pm depending on day

Once tells the heartfelt story of a Dublin street musician on the verge of hanging up his instrument when a striking woman begins to fancy his haunting love songs. As their chemistry bonds them more tightly, his music expands to new heights. Once’s first note will captivate with the connective power of music.

Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 North Palm Ave., Sarasota

[WEEKEND]  THEATER: Evita , November 14 – December 30

Directed and choreographed by Josh Rhodes and winner of eight Tony Awards, Evita is among the most passionate and memorable productions. The musical retells the story of Eva Perón, Argentina’s celebrated but controversial First Lady. This exemplary musical is set to impress with a spectacular new staging at Asolo Rep.

Asolo Repertory Theatre, 5555 North Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Home for the Holidays , December 26, 8pm

The five young comedians of local group Millenial Fresh are sure to make audiences laugh in this holiday inspired sketch comedy show. Taking place at Westcoast Black Theatre, this event will be a great way to bust your gut for the holidays.

Westcoast Black Theatre , 1646 10th Way, Sarasota

[SOON]  FESTIVAL: New Years Eve Fireworks , December 31, 7:00PM

The 7th Annual New Years Eve Fireworks Celebration at Marina Jack will be bigger and better than ever. Enjoy a variety of entertainment and menu options onshore at Marina Jack along with a sparkling midnight fireworks show. Climb aboard the Marina Jack II for a four–hour celebration dinner cruise, complete with party favors, live music and fireworks on Sarasota Bay. Either way, you are sure to have a sparkling New Year! 

Marina Jack , 2 Marina Plaza Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  MUSIC: An Evening in Mayberry , January 5

The Dillards are a a musical group with a history dating back to The Andy Griffith Show over 50 years ago. Join them for an evening in Mayberry, and have the opportunity to relive musical memories and meet some of the Mayberry friendly faces. Tickets are $22 in advance and $25 at the door.

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

[SOON]  MUSIC: Musical Landscapes , January 6, 7:30pm

See the world from your seat with an evening of musical panoramas. Whitacre's luminous reimagining of the River Cam, which flowed past his window at Cambridge University, features Sarasota Orchestra's own principal cellist Natalie Helm. Hailed for his "energy and enthusiasm," guest conductor Stefan Sanders dynamically guides guests on this matchless musical tour. 

Sarasota Opera House, 61 North Pineapple Ave., Sarasota

[SOON]  GALLERY: Cast, Cut and Cold - Glass , January 8 – March 24

Technically amazing and visually stunning examples of creations by more than two dozen masters of glass art including Peter Bremers, Vadlec Ciglar and Irene Frolic astound in this exhibition. Numerous examples, styles and methods of glass casting and etching are represented in this one-of-a-kind gallery.

Ringling College of Art and Design Gallery, 2700 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: Shakespeare in Love , January 10 – March 28

Adapted for the stage by Lee Hall, Shakespeare in Love will offer an entrancing theater production that follows the story of Will Shakespeare, a struggling playwright tormented by writer’s block. To his rescue comes the vivacious Viola, Will’s greatest admirer. But Viola has a secret and Will finds himself star cross’d.

Asolo Repertory Theatre, 5555 North Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  THEATER: The Mountaintop , January 10 – February 18

This performance depicts a fictionalized portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his last night of his life. With a theatrical imagination, the play gives viewers a window into what went on in the legendary man's life, and what his hopes, vulnerabilities and fears were.

Westcoast Black Theatre , 1646 10th Way, Sarasota

[SOON]  SEMINAR: SMARTgirl Mentorship Summit Call for Applications , January 10

SRQ MEDIA is calling for 6th, 7th & 8th grade girls to find your inner “roar” at the 2018 SMARTgirl Mentorship Summit and Luncheon on Friday, March 16, 2018 from 10:30am-1:30pm at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota.

Explore the possibilities and celebrate every girl’s potential at SMARTgirl. Participants will engage in an innovative program designed to educate middle school girls in 6th, 7th and 8th grades on career imaginings and the tools they need to succeed through mentorship, soft skills training and hands-on workshops with some of the community’s top women leaders.

 

Hyatt Regency Sarasota , 1000 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  THEATER: Nine , January 11 – January 28, 2pm, 7:30pm or 8pm depending on day

Guido Contini is a wreck and dreading his 40th birthday, a dread that stifles the easy flow of his creative juices. He runs off to Venice in search of inspiration. In a swirl of present issues, revisiting traumatic memories and grasping at women likes straws, Contini finds himself on the verge of total annihilation.

Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 3rd Ave. W., Bradenton

[SOON]  SEMINAR: An Evening With Audrey , January 11, 5:30-8:00pm

Audrey Hepburn (1929-1993) was one of the greatest fashion icons and screen legends in history whose innate style and kindness captivated the world. Pamela Fiori, former editor in chief of Town & Country and Travel & Leisure magazines and six-time published author, presents a portrait of a much beloved woman, award-winnng actress, devoted mother, humanist, passionate gardener and Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF. Join SRQ MEDIA and WIB Trailblazer Honoree Pamela Fiori for an enchanting evening of sparkling cocktails, conversation and exploration into Hepburn’s luminosity through images, film and stories.

Mildred Sainer Pavilion, New College , 5313 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243

[SOON]  BUSINESS: Emily Larned , January 12 – March 17

This exhibition celebrates the ten-year anniversary of Impractical Labor in Service of the Speculative Arts (ILSSA), a social engaged art project founded in 2008 to investigate labor, time, and what we value. A selection from the first ten years of the project will be featured, and ILSSA co-founder Emily Larned will be in-residence in the gallery for the first two weeks of the show.

Ringling College of Art and Design Gallery, 2700 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota

[SOON]  MUSIC: Fred Johnson Jazz Quartet , January 13, 8pm

Fred Johnson is an accomplished musician who has toured with the likes Aretha Franklin, Chick Corea and Miles Davis. A jazz, world music singer, and percussionist, Fred has been collaborating with Tampa Bay musicians for a series of performances with the theme of unity. Don't miss the evening of inspirational poetry, music, and art.

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

SRQ Media Group

SRQ DAILY is produced by SRQ | The Magazine. Note: The views and opinions expressed in the Saturday Perspectives Edition and in the Letters department of SRQ DAILY are those of the author(s) and do not imply endorsement by SRQ Media. Senior Editor Jacob Ogles edits the Saturday Perspective Edition, Letters and Guest Contributor columns.In the CocoTele department, SRQ DAILY is providing excerpts from news releases as a public service. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by SRQ DAILY. The views expressed by individuals are their own and their appearance in this section does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. For rates on SRQ DAILY banner advertising and sponsored content opportunities, please contact Ashley Ryan Cannon at 941-365-7702 x211 or via email

Copyright © 2024 by SRQ Media Group, 331 South Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236.
Powered by Sarasota Web Design | Unsubscribe

Read More

Where Oil Meets Water

Where Oil Meets Water

Phil Lederer | Mar 1, 2024

Freedom to Wander

Freedom to Wander

Laura Paquette | Mar 1, 2024

Drive and Dine

Drive and Dine

Laura Paquette | Mar 1, 2024

A Mesmerizing Journey

A Mesmerizing Journey

Barbie Heit | Mar 1, 2024