April 2009 Blog Posts (18)

IADT Fashion Show May 16 World Center Marriott

I would like to cordially invite you to join us for the International Academy of Design & Technology-Orlando’s student fashion show.

IMAGINE 2009 – Carnaval du Couture: This year’s show, our 3rd annual, will be on the evening of Saturday, May 16th at 8:00 PM at WORLD CENTER MARRIOTT.

- World Center Marriott: 8701 World Center Drive Orlando, Florida 32821

- Doors open at 7:00 PM and the Show begins at 8:00 PM. (VIP pre show starts at… Continue

Added by Jolie Joseph Spelman on April 29, 2009 at 10:00am — No Comments

Don't Be Blue, This Video's for You

In case you missed the meet-the-artists event at the Orlando Farmer’s Market this past weekend... here’s a little recap on what the buzz was all about!

To purchase tickets, visit the Blue Man Group box office at the Sharp AQUOS Theatre or call 407-BLUE-MAN (407-258-3626), and reference the… Continue

Added by Slice Administrator on April 28, 2009 at 9:30pm — No Comments

The smash hit STOMP returns to Orlando - this time with new surprises - Tickets on sale now

Hey Orlando

It's back and this time with new surprises. Be sure to catch STOMP this summer, and with tickets starting at $28.00, this is one show you do not want to miss.

STOMP

THE SMASH HIT RETURNS

TO ORLANDO WITH NEW SURPRISES

TICKETS ON SALE NOW

STOMP, the international sensation, is making its triumphant return to Orlando’s Carr Performing Arts Centre for a one-week engagement June… Continue

Added by Wes on April 27, 2009 at 1:52pm — No Comments

Broadway Across America - Orlando Announces it's 2009 / 2010 season

Hey Orlando!

Check our new season. Below is the release that we sent out on 4/17. We have some amazing shows coming to the Orlando area! Season tickets are on sale now. Call 1.800.448.6322 or visit www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com to secure yours today!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ORLANDO, FL – Broadway Across America – Orlando is proud to present its 2009 – 2010 subscription series offering Broadway’s hottest hits in your backyard. The 2009 – 2010 Season is the… Continue

Added by Wes on April 27, 2009 at 9:20am — No Comments

Gibson Guitar Offers Reward for Stolen Orlando GuitarTown Sculpture

Ten foot Guitar Sculpture Stolen One Week Before Charity Event in Orlando

Orlando, Florida - April 24, 2009 - Gibson Guitar, presenting sponsor of Orlando GuitarTown along with the City of Orlando and the Downtown Arts District, has announced a reward for the return of the ten foot guitar sculpture which went missing this week and is presumed stolen. An official police report has been filed for the sculpture titled “B Creative” which was painted by local visual artist David… Continue

Added by David Wheeler on April 25, 2009 at 2:15am — 2 Comments

Guitars

I am sad to see our guitars leave Downtown...especially Donna Dowless' Love guitar that was at the Downtown Orlando Information Center. The guitars have been great conversational pieces for our guests.

Added by Char Midkiff on April 24, 2009 at 5:00pm — 2 Comments

Meet the Artists who designed 72 Guitars TODAY at the Downtown Farmer's Market

Bring your friends, family members, and even your dogs out to Lake Eola TODAY (Sunday, April 26) and get ready to make some noise! This will be your last chance to see all 72 hand painted guitars in one place AND meet the artists that brought the guitars to life. Mayor Buddy Dyer will be there too. Following the event today, the guitars will be transported to Universal… Continue

Added by Slice Administrator on April 24, 2009 at 1:00am — No Comments

Sculpted Bodies: UCF Conservatory Theatre's Dance Concert

Third Annual UCF Dance Concert at the Orlando Repertory Theatre will sweep you away.

Dancers from the University of Central Florida Conservatory Theatre twirl and soar to the stage at the Orlando Repertory Theatre on April 23. Sculpted Bodies (An Evening of Dance) is the third annual Dance Concert created by the UCF Conservatory Theatre. Unique combinations and diverse styles will take your breath away.

UCF's third annual dance concert will feature the talents… Continue

Added by Zac Alfson on April 23, 2009 at 10:02am — No Comments

Gardens and Farmer's Markets ; )

Enjoy this little bit of amusing writing about local gardens:

http://JimmyBoi2.WordPress.com

Added by Jim Crescitelli on April 21, 2009 at 7:28pm — No Comments

Metamorphosis

I hope everyone had a great weekend and enjoyed the gorgeous weather outside. My weekly visit to the Downtown Orlando Farmer's Market was another opportunity for me to rejuvenate and gear up for another busy week in the arts.

At the market, I was introduced to a lovely young woman who was a vocalist for the Orlando Opera… Continue

Added by Slice Administrator on April 20, 2009 at 1:00am — 1 Comment

3rd Thursday VS. 5K Run

Thank you to all the die hard art patrons who navigated all the closed streets and full parking lots to attend this month's 3rth Thursday gallery hop. There were many great art events to attend including the show I put together at Galley at Avalon Island. It is one of the best shows we have held since I took over managing the gallery nearly 2 1/2 years ago, and includes local legend Johann Eyfells and painter Amjad Jamal, not to mention some artwork by artist Robin Van Arsdol that most people… Continue

Added by Jeffrey W. Shonkwiler on April 17, 2009 at 3:13pm — No Comments

Teacher Art!

I had a great time at City Arts Factory last evening looking at the wonderful artwork presented by the amazing art teachers from the Orange County Public Schools. It is comforting to know that these talented artists our inspiring the imaginations of our young artists in training.

Added by Scott Evans on April 17, 2009 at 9:57am — No Comments

Pinklight Bazaar returns!

WHAT & WHY? Pinklight Bazaar is a reoccurring female-powered event created to support & raise awareness about the breakthrough arts & crafting community in Orlando and beyond! We usually have two events per year.

Although the events are centered on girls, gentlemen are more than welcome to attend AFTER the ladies happy hour (which happens the first hour of each event), though they must be very… Continue

Added by Emma Kruch on April 16, 2009 at 2:46pm — No Comments

Chitty Chitty Hop Hop!

The other night I took a break from the grind and was transported to my childhood through an automobile that swims, flies, and rescues people in distress. If you’re looking for an escape, (which most of us are) I’d definitely recommend taking advantage of a performance of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang which runs now through April 19th.

In the meantime, leave your work behind tonight and come out and… Continue

Added by Slice Administrator on April 16, 2009 at 1:00am — No Comments

Orlando arts groups meet their fans online

Orlando arts groups meet their fans online

posted by emaupin on Apr 14, 2009 12:36:48 PM

By Elizabeth Maupin

Sentinel Staff Writer

Shanon Larimer, the new executive director of Orlando’s Downtown… Continue

Added by Brian Feldman on April 14, 2009 at 6:49pm — 1 Comment

CityArts Factory Third Thursday April 16

The Eola Loft will be a happening place this Thursday as I have artwork hanging, as does SJ Janksuskas and for the very first time my daughter Jennifer Clark has art work hanging.

Added by Margot Clark on April 13, 2009 at 8:55pm — No Comments

Good Friends, Great Food, My Dog and Lake Eola Park… It’s My Small World After All!

For those that don't know me well, I'm a huge nature enthusiast. Needless to say, the past weekend's incredible weather was well received. As the weekend came to a close, I enjoyed Easter Brunch at Graze downtown with a group of close friends. We sat outside on the patio, enjoyed some incredible food, and bathed in the cool breeze . . . all the while sitting next to some fellow Kent State grads, which is home to my alma mater. Small world!!!… Continue

Added by Slice Administrator on April 13, 2009 at 3:56pm — 3 Comments

First Bite is the Best, Here's Some Eye Candy to Chew On

Here's a juicy tidbit from me! During a recent walkabout downtown I noticed there's beauty on every corner; whether it's public art or just pretty faces, I never get bored with the eye candy all around downtown. Day or night, there's always something fresh and new (and some old) things to look at and experience. Regardless, there's an appreciation that goes unsaid.

What gets your attention?

Share your stories and downtown… Continue

Added by Slice Administrator on April 9, 2009 at 12:54am — No Comments