Category: The Arts
Exhibit Celebrates Lives, Friendship of Two Artists
“Confluence: Lennie & Jesse” is a new show at the Thomas Center Galleries spotlighting the work of two iconic Gainesville artists, Lennie Kesl and Jesse Aaron. The…
DeWitt Weaves Tapestry of Good Music, Goodwill
The hard-working Gainesville musician pays tribute to Carole King and her classic 1971 album when the Free Fridays Concert Series returns to Bo Diddley Community…
Student’s Performance Art Stretches Imagination
Emily Bonani will perform a series of mini-plays as well as show off some of her concrete creations tonight at the Hardback Café during Artwalk Gainesville. UF…
Twisted Storytelling Helps Drive ‘The Pillowman’
The Acrosstown Repertory Theatre’s new play is about a writer accused of horrific crimes against children. Did we mention that it’s a comedy? To prepare…
35 Years Later, Hipp Reprises ‘Elephant Man’
Hippodrome stalwart Bryan Mercer gladly accepts the physically and emotionally demanding role of John Merrick, whose deformities require a total commitment from the actor. For the…
Ernest Lee Has a Knack for Colorful Storytelling
The self-taught folk artist will have his latest work on display during the Santa Fe Spring Arts Festival this weekend in downtown Gainesville. One painting…
Artist Leaves Gainesville With Parting Gift
On Friday night, Marcia Raff will unveil a sculpture that will become the 23rd installation of the Downtown Gainesville Public Art Initiative. Some would call…
Creative Spirit Rolls Along During Kinetic Derby
The inaugural Menagerie in Motion event—one of only a handful in the United States—starts at the GRU Power District Warehouse on Saturday morning and follows a…
Bradley Concert Just the Beginning of Changeville
Several downtown venues will participate in the music and comedy festival that is part of the annual frank gathering promoting social change. Tonight, with a…
‘Women in Jeopardy’ is Loads of Jaw-Dropping Fun
The Hippodrome Theatre’s latest play, which begins previews tonight, is a hilarious romp that pokes fun at divorcees, dentists, angst-ridden teens and, well, life in general….
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