2022-2023 Southwest Florida Guide to the Arts

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Brian Tietz CONTENTS 2022 • 2023 56 Collier County Arts & Culture Organizations 66 Lee
Arts Map 68 Lee
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Organizations IN EVERY ISSUE 12 Editor’s Note 80 Parting Shot: Naples Artist Ran Adler’s New Work CULTURAL CALENDAR 15 Collier & Lee Events ARTS + CULTURE SOURCEBOOK 54 Collier County Arts Map Arts + Culture Sourcebook 56 Naples
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Naples’ Harmon-Meek Gallery hosts a solo show for Cuban artist Reynier Llanes each year to showcase the young painter’s latest works, such as Esta Noche Llega Un Norte II.

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To say we’re excited about this year’s arts season might be an understatement. As we combed through hundreds of email submissions, checked online listings and chatted with our closest sources to put this book together, we couldn’t help but squeal at some of the acts, exhibitions and festivals coming through the region. There truly is something for everyone.

We are seeing a rise in comedy with big-name acts, like Kevin Hart at Hertz Arena on Nov. 12, and musicians, such as Hamilton’s Renée Elise Goldsberry at Artis—Naples on Mar. 6. There’s much to see in local theater, too. Florida Repertory Theatre is celebrating 25 years in 2023, and a slate of Broadway touring shows stop by Artis—Naples and Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, ranging from Tina Fey’s Mean Girls to Disney’s Aladdin to the Latin-infused On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan

But the shining star to me is Collier County’s year-long ¡ARTE VIVA! A Celebration of Hispanic Arts & Culture, with about a dozen arts organizations participating. We can’t wait for Naples Botanical Garden’s Frida in the Garden, which fills the verdant landscapes with recreations of the Mexican artist’s La Casa Azul, to open in January, and Opera Naples’ Fri da, the opera, at III Festival Under the Stars in April.

This all comes on the coattails of new creative spaces that popped up over the sum mer. Marco Island Center for the Arts launched the Arts Center Theatre with staged read ings, kids’ plays and twists on classics; METHOD & CONCEPT unveiled its new ACL|ROW Sculpture Park in collaboration with Naples Botanical Garden; prolific local painters Mal ly Khorasantchi and Marcus Jansen are building new private studios in Bonita Springs and Fort Myers, respectively; and street artist Marvin Rouse moved into his first solo space, becom ing one of the first Black artists to own a gallery in Naples. Need we say more?

—Jaynie Bartley, Managing Editor/Senior Writer
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Big Band Swing & Jazz Series

HERB BRUCE AND THE HERBICIDE JAZZ BAND with Michael Andrew

Nov. 3, 2022

7 p.m.

JOHN PIZZARELLI TRIO

Jan. 5, 2023

7 p.m.

Pop Series

HOTEL CALIFORNIA: THE ORIGINAL EAGLES TRIBUTE BAND

Feb. 1 & 2, 2023

7 p.m.

GENTRI: THE GENTLEMEN TRIO

March 24, 2023

7 p.m.

LIVE IN CENTRAL PARK (REVISITED): SIMON & GARFUNKEL TRIBUTE

April 3 & 4, 2023

7 p.m.

Classical Series

PIETRO IANNOTTI

Nov. 9, 2022

MERZ TRIO

Jan. 23, 2023

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

$50

$50

THE KING’S SINGERS

Feb. 9, 2023

7 p.m.

$50

HERMITAGE PIANO TRIO

Feb. 23, 2023

WINDSYNC

March 16, 2023

7 p.m.

7 p.m.

Holiday Series

SANDI PATTY CHRISTMAS TOUR

Dec. 8, 2022 • 7 p.m. at The Village Church

$47

SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SYMPHONY HOLIDAY POPS

Dec. 12, 2022 • 7 p.m. at The Village Church

$50

$50

Blue Grass, Folk & Country Series

GEORGIA PLAYERS presents Fortunate Sons

A Tribute to the Music of Creedence Clearwater Revival

Nov. 17, 2022

7 p.m.

$55

THE KINGSTON TRIO

Jan. 10, 2023

2 & 7 p.m.

$55

MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER

March 2, 2023

7 p.m.

$55

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$37

THE NUTCRACKER: GUFSHORE BALLET

Dec. 17, 2022 • 7 p.m. at The Village Church

$47 12 & Under-$15

Theatre Series

DRIVING MISS DAISY

Sept. 30, 2022 • 2 & 7 p.m. Oct. 1, 2022 • 2 & 7 p.m.

BOTANIC GARDEN

$55

Nov. 18, 2022

7 p.m. Nov. 19, 2022

2 & 7 p.m.

LOVE LETTERS

Feb. 13, 2023

$55

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CULTURAL CALENDAR

See Shawn Kelley’s Flamingo Ballet in the Abstraction: Moods-Interactive Exhibition from Oct. 10 to Nov. 22 at Marco Island Center for the Arts.

This season’s

shows and

2022 • 2023
schedule for standout festivals,
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Courtesy Marco Island Center for the Arts

See Nutcracker! Magic of Christmas Ballet on stage at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall on Nov. 27.

We’re gearing up for a slate of immersive exhibitions, outdoor festivals, toe-tapping concerts and a year-long push to celebrate Hispanic arts and culture in Collier County. Consider this your definitive guide to the region’s bustling cultural scene. Please check the organization’s websites for their latest information.

COLLIER COUNTY

OCTOBER

Through Oct. 1 Art of Design

Explore the connections be tween fine art and design. methodandconcept.com

Through Oct. 30

The Artist’s Hand Selections from The William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation

Seventy artists from one of the nation’s most progressive collections. naplesart.org

Oct. 1-2

Carlos Mencia

See the Mind of Mencia comic live. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 1-22

Sunburns and Sharks

Three impressionists exhibit. eastwestfineart.com

Oct. 1 - Jan. 29

La Calavera Catrina

A Día de los Muertos celebration. naplesgarden.org

Oct. 4-29

Opening Group Exhibition

Featuring Darrel Austin

Works from the late American contemporary artist lead this show. harmonmeek.com

Oct. 5

Jen Fulwiler

The Texan mom-of-six per forms. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 6-8

Damon Wayans Jr.

The New Girl actor performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 9

Florida’s Funniest Comedian

A statewide stand-up contest. offthehookcomedy.com

Courtesy Talmi Entertainment
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See Annalu’s gravity-defying resin art at East West Fine Art. Oct. 9

Wang Chamber Music: Dvořák String Quintet

Violinist James Ehnes per forms with Naples Philharmon ic. artisnaples.org

Oct. 10 - Nov. 1

Ann Vreeland

The sculptor exhibits in La Pe tite Galerie. marcoislandart.org

Oct. 10 - Nov. 22

Abstraction: MoodsInteractive Exhibition Locals exhibit works in the Lauritzen & Rush Gallery. marcoislandart.org

Oct. 12

All That Jazz: Jimmy Freene

See Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra in Daniels Pavilion. artisnaples.org

Oct. 12-13

Fred Rubino

The Italian New Yorker per forms. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 14 Florida Contemporary 2022-2023

A juried show of living regional artists. artisnaples.org

Oct. 14-16

Desi Banks

The YouTuber performs live. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 16

Concert in the Park

The band performs at Cambier Park. naplesconcertband.org

Oct 16 & 18

Sypert Salon Series: Mendelssohn String Quartet

Naples Philharmonic performs. artisnaples.org

Oct. 17

Woodstock on Bayshore

A ’60s inspired fundraiser at Celebration Park. cancerallianceofnaples.com

Oct. 18-20

Michael Colyar

The voiceover artist performs. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 19 - Nov. 6

By The Way, Meet Vera Stark

This musical touches on racial issues. naplesplayers.org

Oct. 20-21

Masterworks Series: Tchaikovsky and Sibelius Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu leads the orchestra. artisnaples.org

Oct. 21-23

Andrew Dice Clay

The rock ‘n’ roll comic performs live. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 22

Ran Hwang: Becoming Again

A solo show for the prolific Ko rean artist. artisnaples.org

Oct. 22-23

Annual Swamp Celebration

Explore the private property surrounding the Big Cypress Gallery. clydebutcher.com

Oct. 23

Mark Pascoe

The organist performs a solo concert in Naples. vcpnaples.org

Oct. 23

Naples Dixieland Jazz Band

The band performs at Cambier Park. naplesjazzsociety.com

Oct. 23

12th Annual Daniel Lewis Dance Sampler

Highlights diversity in our cul tural landscape. artisnaples.org

Oct. 25

Latin Infusion!

Live boleros, pop and tradition al folk. gulfshoreopera.org

Oct. 25 Musical Interlude Series

with a Latin Twist Gulfshore Opera’s Erika Ramirez performs with a gui tarist. marcoislandart.org

Oct. 25-26

Walt Wiley

See the All My Children actor live. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 25 - Nov. 13

Frozen Moments Gravity-defying, resin-glass sculptures by Annalu. eastwestfineart.com

Oct. 26 - Nov. 13

Apartment 3A

A live romantic comedy at the new Arts Center Theatre. marcoislandart.org

Oct. 27-30

Preacher Lawson

The America’s Got Talent con testant performs live. offthehookcomedy.com

Oct. 27-30

14th Annual Naples International Film Festival Watch indie flicks and meet the filmmakers. artisnaples.org

Oct. 28-30

Naples Stone Crab Festival

Find seafood, live music and art at Tin City. stonecrabfestival.org

Oct. 30

Jurassic Park in Concert

Relive scenes from the iconic film. artisnaples.org

Courtesy East West Fine Art

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NOVEMBER

Nov. 1

ACL|Row Sculpture Park Grand Opening

Public art in Naples Design Dis trict. methodandconcept.com

Nov. 1-5

Día de los Muertos Celebration

Honoring Mexican traditions. naplesgarden.org

Nov. 1-5

Pops Series: Jack’s Hollywood Epics

Conductor Jack Everly leads a lively show. artisnaples.org

Nov. 1-26

Mally Korasantchi

Large, vibrant abstracts from a local artist. harmonmeek.com

Nov 1-30

Phil Fisher Skies

Watercolor and oil skylines. philfishergallery.com

Nov. 1 - Dec. 23

Holocaust on World Stamps

An exhibit at Naples Holocaust museum. hmcec.org

Nov. 1 - Jan. 27

2022 Painting Annual

UAC of Collier County hosts an exhibit at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. uaccolier.com

Nov. 2

Stand Up or Get Dragged Down Drag queens compete. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 2-9

Film Series: Movies That Matter

A screening of a human rights documentary. hmcec.org

Nov. 3

Afterlives of Trauma: Post-Holocaust Art, Writing, and Memory

Gulfshore Opera’s Latin Infusion! concert series is part of Collier County’s year-long push to celebrate Hispanic arts.

Lauren S. Levitt, professor of religion, Jewish studies and gender at Temple University, speaks. artisnaples.org

Nov. 3-5

Marlon Wayans

See the White Chicks actor live. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 4

Olé: A Celebration of Classic Spanish and Mexican Music

An evening of boleros. operanaples.org

Nov. 5

Naples Jazzmasters

A concert at River Park Com munity Center. naplesjazzsociety.com

Nov. 5-6

Día de los Muertos Weekend Celebration

Celebrate the traditional Mexican holiday. naplesartdistrict.com

Nov. 6

Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs

Storytellers Creative Arts per form timeless, treasured music alongside artworks. scanaples.org

Nov. 6

The Dirty Show with Collin Kane

See the insult comic live. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 6-7

Grupo Niche

The salsa orchestra makes their Naples debut. artisnaples.org

Nov. 7-22

Day of the Dead

Marco Island Charter Middle School students celebrate Mexi can culture. marcoislandart.org

Nov. 9

All That Jazz: Charles McPherson

The saxophonist plays 50 years of hits. artisnaples.org

Nov. 9

Michael Quu

The improv artist performs. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 10

BalletX

Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet company performs with Naples Philhar monic. artisnaples.org

Nov. 10 Go Divas Concert

Gulfshore Opera’s popular women’s ensemble performs. gulfshoreopera.org

Nov. 10 Musical Interlude Series with a Latin twist

Yenier Alvarino plays Cuban tunes. marcoislandart.org

Nov. 10-13

Jamie Lissow

Fox News’ Gutfeld! actor performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 12

Free Community Day

Explore Artis—Naples with music, art and activities

Courtesy
Gulfshore Opera
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GULFSHORE OPERA PRESENTS LATIN INFUSION! Nov 17, 2022 MUSICAL INTERLUDES WITH A LATIN TWIST With L-Yen Nov 10, 2022 LA CALAVERA CATRINA Now-Jan 29, 2023 DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS Nov 5-6, 2022 CELEBRATE HISPANIC ARTS & CULTURE IN COLLIER COUNTY! ARTE-VIVA.COM The amazing art and music of Hispanic culture has come to Florida’s Paradise Coast! Make plans now to attend these one-of-a-kind events. Naples Botanical Garden Marco Island Center for the Arts Bodega Olé

Jack Everly conducts Naples Philharmonic in Pops Series: Troupe Vertigo Latin Extravaganza on Apr. 4-8.

opens for the season. gardnercolbygallery.com

Nov. 17

Latin Infusion!

Concert & Dinner

A concert with Spanish dinner, Cava cocktail and wine. gulfshoreopera.org

Nov. 17 & 19

Masterworks Series: Mozart

Double Piano Concerto

Austrian conductor Katharina Wincor leads the orchestra. artisnaples.org

Nov. 17-20

Tim Meadows

The Saturday Night Live cast member comes to Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 20

20th Annual Sing

for the whole family. artisnaples.org

Nov. 12-4

Steel Magnolias

See the play that inspired the Oscar-winning film. gulfshoreplayhouse.org

Nov. 13

Concert in the Park

A patriotic concert at Cambier Park. naplesconcertband.org

Nov. 13

Edward Alan Moore

The organist performs. vcpnaples.org

Nov. 13

Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock and Roll, Part 4 Broadway’s greatest rock musicals inspire this show. artisnaples.org

Nov. 13

Wang Chamber Music: Walton Façade Naples Philharmonic performs. artisnaples.org

Nov. 14-16 Nico Namoradze

See the pianist in Punta Gorda, Naples and Bonita Springs. grandpianoseries.org

Nov. 14 - Dec. 5

The Heartbeat of the Cosmos Glass vessels by Hayden Wil son. eastwestfineart.com

Nov. 15

Lecture Series: Stories of the Holocaust: Carl LutzDangerous Deplomancy

The Swiss diplomat saved thou sands of Jews. hmcec.org

Nov. 15

Paul Farahvar and Friends

The Chicago comic performs. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 15 & 20

Sypert Salon Series: Jussen Brothers Play Mozart Guests perform with Naples Philharmonic. artisnaples.org

Nov. 16

Ben Brainard

The “Florida Man” performs. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 16

What’s New

The contemporary gallery

Along Messiah

Voices of Naples performs “Hallelujah” and more. voicesofnaples.org

Nov. 21

Berliner Philharmoniker

The German orchestra makes its Florida debut in Hayes Hall. artisnaples.org

Nov. 23 Tanyalee Davis

See the Canadian-American comedic. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 23 - Dec. 18

A Christmas Carol Charles Dickens’ classic tale. naplesplayers.org

Nov. 25 - Jan. 1

Johnsonville Night

Lights in the Garden

Thousands of lights transform the Garden. naplesgarden.org

Nov. 25 - Dec. 18

Other Desert Cities

A dramatic family Christmas story on stage. thestudioplayers.org

Courtesy Artis—Naples, Denver Botanic Gardens/Scott Dressel-Martin
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Nov. 25-27

John Henton

See the Living Single comedian. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 26-27

2nd Annual Naples Uptown Thanksgiving Weekend Art Festival

Artists descend on Naples Design District. bluerooartnaples.com

Nov. 27

Dave Koz and Friends 25th Anniversary Christmas Tour

The saxophonist performs with David Benoit, Rick Braun, Peter White and Rebecca Jade. artisnaples.org

Nov. 27

Naples Dixieland Jazz Band

A concert at Cambier Park. naplesjazzsociety.com

Nov. 29

Lecture Series: Stories of the Holocaust: Bill SpiraThe Story of a Survivor

The artist and illustrator escaped multiple Nazi impris onments. hmcec.org

Nov. 29 - Dec. 1

Festival of Trees

The arts center hosts a holiday fundraiser. marcoislandart.org

Nov. 29 - Dec. 18

Trees and Teas Festival

Local designers deck out holi day trees. naplesplayers.org

Nov. 30 Southern Comforts

A widow and widower find love in this play. naplesplayers.org

Nov. 30

The Boricua Comedy Tour

A mashup of Puerto Rican com edy. offthehookcomedy.com

Nov. 30 - Dec. 18

The Fantastics

A play based on 1894’s The Romancers at the Art Center Theatre. marcoislandart.org

DECEMBER

Dec. 1

Handel’s Messiah

See Naples Philharmonic Chorus. artisnaples.org

Dec. 1

Holiday Taste of Opera Dinner and a show, hosted by Larry Waller and Becky Wilder. gulfshoreopera.org

Dec. 1-4 Bryan Callen

One of the original MadTV cast members comes to Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Dec. 1-31

Stocking Stuffers

Small paintings in a variety of mediums. philfishergallery.com

Dec. 4

Concert in the Park

A holiday show at Cambier Park. naplesconcertband.org

Dec 4-5

Opera Naples presents

Romeo and Juliet

Shakespeare’s famous tragedy is told through five musical acts. artisnaples.org

Dec. 4 & 6

Sypert Salon Series: Mozart and Schumann

Naples Philharmonic musicians perform in Daniels Pavillion. artisnaples.org

Dec. 5

Home for the Holidays, Christmas Gloria

A festive concert at Lutheran Church. voicesofnaples.org

Dec. 5 - Jan. 3

Ethnic Bags: Barbara Parisi

The designer exhibits in La Pe tite Galerie. marcoislandart.org

Dec. 5 - Jan. 3

Frida Kahlo

Clay artists honor the Mexican icon. marcoislandart.org

Dec. 6

The Commodores

The Grammy-winning funk band performs in Hayes Hall. artisnaples.org

Dec. 6-7

Ikebana International: Mini Convention -

Naples Botanical Garden hosts La Calavera Catrina from October through January to celebrate Mexican traditions.

Bonding With Blossoms

The floral arrangement club hosts a tea and workshop. ikebananaples.com

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Broadway’s Hadestown hits the stage at Artis—Naples on Dec.

27 through Jan. 1.

Dec. 11

Festival of Christmas:

A Joyful Celebration of the Season

The Chancel Choir and VandeReaders perform. vcpnaples.org

Dec. 11

Jeff Allen

A corporate-friendly comic. offthehookcomedy.com

Dec. 10

Naples Jazzmasters

A concert at River Park Com munity Center. naplesjazzsociety.com

Dec. 10

The Mowtowners

Classics from The Temptations, Four Tops, Diana Ross and the Supremes. artisnaples.org

Dec. 13

Dec. 6-27

Cloud Tree

Stanislav Plutenko shows thought-provoking, surrealist paintings. eastwestfineart.com

Dec. 6- 31

Annual Small Works of Art

A free exhibit with tiny compo sitions. harmonmeek.com

Dec. 7

John ‘Dr. Dirty’ Valby

Hear the comic’s obscene paro dies. offthehookcomedy.com

Dec. 8-11

ISMO

The Finnish comedian and YouTuber performs. offthehookcomedy.com

Dec. 9

Home for the Holidays

A festive show for all ages. theatre.zone

Dec. 9-10

Masterworks Series: Ehnes Plays Beethoven Violin Concerto

British conductor Sir Mark El der leads the violinist alongside Naples Philharmonic. artisnaples.org

Lecture Series: Stories of the Holocaust: Varian Fry - The Artists’ Schindler

The survivor helped artists and writers escape from Vichy France. hmcec.org

Dec. 14

All That Jazz: Wendell Brunious

The trumpeter performs with Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra in Daniels Pavilion. artisnaples.org

Dec. 14

Carmen Morales

A quick-witted comic. offthehookcomedy.com

Dec. 15-18

Holiday Pops

The Naples Philharmonic, Cho rus and Youth Chorus perform in Hayes Hall. artisnaples.org

Dec. 15-18

Darren Knight

The comic performs with Red Squirrel and Gary Cargal. offthehookcomedy.com

Dec. 17

Feliz Navidad

A day of studio tours, Mexican Christmas traditions and cui sine. naplesartdistrict.com

Dec. 17

Naples Collects 2022-23

Engaging art from private col lections in Southwest Florida. artisnaples.org

Nov. 18

Naples Dixieland Jazz Band

The band performs at Cambier Park. naplesjazzsociety.com

Dec. 20-21

The Nutcracker

Naples Ballet performs the Tchaikovsky classic. artisnaples.org

Dec. 21-23

Bob Zany

The cigar-toting comic per forms. offthehookcomedy.com

Dec. 26-28

J. Chris Newberg

Newberg combines comedy with rap. offthehookcomedy.com

Dec. 27 - Jan. 1

Hadestown

This Broadway show follows two parallel love stories. artisnaples.org

Dec. 29 - Jan 1

Vicki Barolak

See the America’s Got Talent contestant live. offthehookcomedy.com

JANUARY

Jan. 1-31

Beautiful Beaches

An exhibit of watercolors and oils by Jan EllenAtkielski and Phil Fisher. philfishergallery.com

Courtesy Artis—Naples, Getty
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CULTURAL CALENDAR

Jan. 3-6

Pops Series: Broadway Blockbusters

Jack Everly conducts Naples Philharmonic.artisnaples.org

Jan. 3-17

My Zina! My Muse!

My Enigma!

Gregory Kurasov paints with mathematical precision. eastwestfineart.com

Jan. 3-28

New Works by Hunt Slonem

Bunnies and more from the pro lific artist. harmonmeek.com

Jan. 3 - Apr. 15

Two Regimes

Learn about the artist, who survived Soviet and Nazi geno cides. hmcec.org

Jan. 4-22

Plaza Suite

See Neil Simon’s comedy in Marco Island. marcoislandart.org

Jan. 5

Bette, Babs and Beyond

The stories and songs of pop

music’s leading ladies. artisnaples.org

Jan 5-7

Ginger Billy

See the “good ’ole country boy.” offthehookcomedy.com

Jan. 5-29

Mud Row

This drama traces one family’s battle with race and class. gulfshoreplayhouse.org

Jan 7

Naples Jazzmasters

A concert at River Park

Community Center. naplesjazzsociety.com

Jan 8-11

Adam Hunter

The musical comic performs. offthehookcomedy.com

Jan. 9

Rachel Kudo

The pianist explores dance music. grandpianoseries.org

Jan. 9 - Feb. 28

Pastel Society

The center’s pastel artists

ehibit in the Lauritzen & Rush Gallery. marcoislandart.org

Jan. 11 - Feb. 5

The Game’s Afoot

A hilarious spin on the classic whodunnit. naplesplayers.org

Jan. 12

Piano Talks: Two Pianos, Six Hands

A concert with two pianos and three pianists. artisnaples.org

Jan 12-14

Drew Lynch

The America’s Got Talent runnerup performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Jan 12-14

Masterworks Series:

Ax Plays Beethoven

Radu Paponiu conducts the pianist alongside Naples Phil harmonic. artisnaples.org

Jan. 12-22

A Little Night Music

A Tony Award-winning ro mance set in Switzerland. theatre.zone

Jan. 14

Yellow Brick Road – The Elton John Experience

The Rocket Man impersonator performs in Daniels Pavilion. artisnaples.org

Jan. 14-15

2022-2023 Outdoor

Arts and Craft Shows

Handmade works in the art center’s parking lot. marcoislandart.org

Jan. 14 - Sep 10

Frida and Her Garden

Explore the Garden’s recreation of Frida Kahlo’s La Casa Azul. naplesgarden.org

Jan. 15

Concert in the Park

The band performs at Cambier Park. naplesconcertband.org

Jan 15 Bobby Collins

The New York-bred comedian performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Jan 16-18

Mike Vecchione

The comedian has appeared on The Tonight Show offthehookcomedy.com

Jan. 16, 23, 30

Lecture Series: Nazi Looted Art – Unfinished Business

A rivetting story of stolen art. hmcec.org

Jan. 17-22

Disney’s Aladdin

The Broadway musical is per fect for families. artisnaples.org

Jan. 18

Kelsey Irvin

The artist blends past and pres ent. gardnercolbygallery.com

Jan. 18 - Feb. 1

Gonna Wrap You Up in My Love

See Cathryn Schilling’s glass figures and cozy nests. eastwestfineart.com

Jan. 19-22

See Hunt Slonem’s works, like Ocelots Blue Pearls, at Harmon-Meek Gallery in January.

Jan. 27

Anthony Rodia

See the comic’s The Road Rage Tour. offthehookcomedy.com

Jan. 20 - Feb. 5

Need to Know

A story of modern-day internet stalking. thestudioplayers.org

Jan. 21 17th Annual Fundraiser Event

Craft bowls at Cambier Park. emptybowlsnaples.com

Jan. 21 - Feb. 5

Mexicana Fiesta Honoring Frida Kahlo Artists channel the Mexican icon’s color palette and style. naplesartdistrict.com

Jan. 22 Opera to Broadway

A roster of solos and ensembles by great American composers. gulfshoreopera.org

Jan. 25

All That Jazz: Mark Whitfield

Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra performs with the guitarist. artisnaples.org

Jan. 26

Gulfshore Opera presents Mostly Mozart Works by Mozart and Italian masters. artisnaples.org

Jan. 26

Masterworks Series: Bee thoven Symphony No. 5 Finnish conductor Hannu Lintu leads the orchestra. artisnaples.org

International Holocaust Remembrance Day Commemoration

A memorial of Jewish lives and resilience. hmcec.org

Jan. 27

The Second City Swipes

Right: An Incomplete Guide to the Ultimate Date Night Experience lightning-fast wit and improv. artisnaples.org

Jan. 27-29

Robert Kelly

See the radio and podcast host. offthehookcomedy.com

Jan. 28

Plein Air Art Festival

District artists flock to Naples Botanical Garden to create works for the opening of Frida and Her Garden. naplesartdistrict.com

Jan. 28

The Cleveland Orchestra

The visiting orchestra plays works from Tchaikovsky, Bernd Richard Deutsch and Respighi. artisnaples.org

Jan. 28

The Kat & Dave Show with David Foster and Katharine McPhee

The 16-time Grammy Award-winner performs with his Broadway-star wife.

Jan. 29

Johann Vexo

The organist performs a solo concert. vcpnaples.org

Jan. 29

Naples Dixieland Jazz Band

The band performs at Cambier Park.naplesjazzsociety.com

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Jan. 30 - Feb. 1

Bob Marley

The comic jokes about life in Maine. offthehookcomedy.com

Jan. 31

Musical Interludes Series with a Latin Twist

New York City-based Ben Rosenblum Jazz performs. marcoislandart.org

Jan. 31

Taste of Opera

The troupe presents dinner and a show at Hideaway Beach Club. gulfshoreopera.org

Jan. 31 - Feb. 4

Pops Series: An Evening with Kelli O’Hara

The Tony Award-winning vocalist performs classic and contemporary Broadway hits. artisnaples.org

Jan. 31 & Feb. 5

Sypert Salon Series: Trio Triumphs

Naples Philharmonic performs Eybler and Farrenc. artisnaples.org

FEBRUARY

Feb. 1 - Mar. 31

Frida After 5 Special entertainment surrounding Frida and Her Garden. naplesgarden.org

Feb. 1 - May 31

Sunset Wednesdays

The Garden stays open late for sunset views. naplesgarden.org

Feb. 1-2

The Sweet Remains

The three-person band screens their film, The Indepen dents artisnaples.org

Feb. 1-28

Calm Waters

Paintings of local back waters and bays. philfishergallery.com

Feb. 2-5

Matt Iseman

See the American Ninja Warrior host. offthehookcomedy.com

Feb. 2-23

Crème Brule and Champagne

Paintings of French country sides. eastwestfineart.com

Feb. 4

Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute Band

The band performs greatest hits. artisnaples.org

Feb. 4

Opera to Broadway

The concert features solos and ensembles by American com posers. gulfshoreopera.org

Feb. 4 - May 7

Love Stories from the Nation al Portrait Gallery, London

This exhibition explores the importance of love and desire in portraiture. artisnaples.org

Feb. 5

Concert in the Park

Habitat for Humanity sponsors this concert at Cambier Park. naplesconcertband.org

Feb. 6-28

Joan Patterson

A solo show in La Petite Galerie. marcoislandart.org

Feb. 7-8 Dale Jones

The Last Comic Standing finalist performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Feb. 7-12

On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan

The musicians’ true stories inspire this Broadway show. artisnaples.org

Feb. 7-25

New Works by Reynier Llanes

The Cuban artist is popular for painting with coffee. harmonmeek.com

Feb. 9-10

Around Town

Naples Philharmonic is led by conductor Radu Paponiu, at various locations. artisnaples.org

Feb. 9-12

Vic Dibitteo

The self-proclaimed “Working Class Zero” performs. offthehookcomedy.com

Feb. 9-19

Escape to Margaritaville

Sing along to Jimmy Buffet hits during this cheerful musical. theatre.zone

Feb. 10-12

Annual Ikebana Exhibition

Explore the centuries-old, Japanese floral arrangement artform. naplesgarden.org

Feb. 11

Naples Jazzmasters

The band performs at River Park Community Center. naplesjazzsociety.com

Feb. 11- Mar. 13

Lerner & Loewe’s Camelot

The duo behind My Fair Lady composed a score for the reimagined musical. gulfshoreplayhouse.org

Feb. 12

Naples Dixieland Jazz Band

The band performs at Cambier Park. naplesjazzsociety.com

Feb. 12 10th Annual Diamond Anniversary Season

The Naples Jewish Film Festival returns to Sugden Community Theatre. naplesjewishfilmfestival.org

Feb. 13-15

Cindy Kaza

The The Hozier Files star per forms. offthehookcomedy.com

Feb. 15

Anna Kincaide

The artist is famous for her rich, floral oil paintings. gardnercolbygallery.com

Feb. 15

Super Duos: A Celebration of the World’s Greatest Vocal Duos

Pat Balder and Glen Everhart perform duets. artisnaples.org

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Feb. 16

Masterworks Series:

The Brightness of Light Juanjo Mena conducts Naples Philharmonic, soprano Renée Fleming and baritone Rod Gilfry. artisnaples.org

Feb. 16

Piano Talks: Bach to Broadway, Part 2 Carolann Sanita and Mark Sanders join pianist Jodie DeSalvo. artisnaples.org

Feb. 16-18

Brendan Schaub

The Fighter and the Kid podcast host performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Feb. 18

H.M.S. Pianoforte

A lively English comedic opera. operanaples.org

Feb. 19

Barry Ross, Julie Carver and James Cochran

The pianist and violin trio perform. vcpnaples.org

Feb. 20-21

Late Nite Catechism

The interactive comedy is one of the longest-running shows in U.S. theater history. artisnaples.org

Feb. 21

Musical Interludes Series with a Latin Twist

The Peter and Will Anderson Jazz Trio perform Afro-Cuban and Brazilian jazz. marcoislandart.org

Feb. 21-25

Pops Series: Unforgettable: Nat and Natalie Jack Everly conducts Naples Philharmonic with vocalists Dee Daniels and Denzal Sin claire. artisnaples.org

Feb. 21- 28

Lecture Series: Eugenics, Experiments, Ethics: Nazi Germany, Japan & the U.S. Learn about unethical wartime medical experiments at the museum. hmcec.org

Feb. 22

Jon Bramnick

“New Jersey’s funniest lawyer” performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Feb. 22-25

Artful Arrangements

View creative floral interpreta tions throughout the district. naplesartdistrict.com

Feb. 23

JR De Guzman

A music teacher-turned-comic. offthehookcomedy.com

Feb. 24-26

Naples Orchid Society Show & Sale

Peruse prize-winning orchids. naplesgarden.org

Feb. 24 - Mar. 19

The Devil is in the Details Hyperrealist paintings explore illusions. eastwestfineart.com

Feb. 25-26 2022-2023 Outdoor Arts and Craft Shows Handmade works in the art center’s parking lot. marcoislandart.org

Feb. 26

Singing for Scholarships

A concert at Naples United church of Christ. voicesofnaples.org

Feb. 26

So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience

A tribute to one of the greatest recording artists in music history. artisnaples.org

Feb. 26

Tabea Debus & Adam Cockerham

The duo performs on recorder and archlute. grandpainoseries.org

Feb. 26

The Barber of Seville Director Josh Shaw reimagines the classic comedy. gulfshoreopera.org

Feb. 26

The Uncle Louie Variety Show

The Italian-American duo presents stand-up, original songs and sketch comedy. offthehookcomedy.com

Feb. 26 10th Annual Diamond Anniversary Season

The festival returns to Sugden Community Theatre. naplesjewishfilmfestival org

Feb. 28

Miami City Ballet

The company performs in Hayes Hall. artisnaples.org

Feb. 28

Style & Song Luncheon

This musical luncheon includes a fashion show. gulfshoreopera.org

MARCH Mar. 1 Delfeayo Marsalis

The trombonist performs with Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra. artisnaples.org

Mar. 1-2 Adam Ferrara

The Rescue Me actor performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Mar. 1-31 Phil Fisher Skies

The painter’s work spotlights Southwest Florida horizons. philfishergallery.com

Mar. 1 - Apr. 2

The Sound of Music

See the classic family musical at Sugden Community Theatre. naplesplayers.org

Mar. 2

Chicago Symphony Orchestra

The visiting group performs Beethoven, Liadov and more. artisnaples.org

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Mar. 3

A Conversation with Ann Patchett

The 2020 Pulitzer Prize-finalist discusses her essay collection, These Precious Days artisnaples.org

Mar. 3-5

Brad Williams

The actor’s roster includes Neil Patrick Harris - Circus Awe someus offthehookcomedy.com

Mar. 4 Chicago Symphony Orchestra

The visiting musicians perform Beethoven, Prokofiev and more. artisnaples.org

Mar. 4 Naples Jazzmasters

The band performs at River Park Community Center. naplesjazzsociety.com

Mar. 5

Concert in the Park

The band performs at Cambier Park. naplesconcertband.org

Mar. 5

Neil Berg’s 114 Years of Broadway

A cast of veteran Broadway vocalists join in this celebratory performance. artisnaples.org

Mar. 5

The Winners of the Dr. James B. Cochran

Endowed Organ Prize Ryan Chan and Alex Little perform. vcpnaples.org

Mar. 5

Wang Chamber Music: Naples Philharmonic and Chicago Symphony Orchestra Brass Musicians from the companies perform Gabrieli and Brahms. artisnaples.org

Mar. 5

10th Annual Diamond Anniversary Season

The festival returns to Sugden Community Theatre. naplesjewishfilmfestival.org

Mar. 6

Renée Elise Goldsberry with the Naples Philharmonic

The Tony and Grammy Award-winning Hamilton star performs in Hayes Hall. artisnaples.org

Mar. 6 - Apr. 4 Oswaldo Ventura

Oil pastel paintings in La Petite Galerie. marcoislandart.org

Mar. 6 - Apr. 4 Members-Only Show

Artists from Marco Island Cen ter for the Arts create works in the styles of Dali, Kahlo, Picasso and Rivera. marcoislandart.org

Mar. 7 & 12

Sypert Salon Series: Schubert Octet Naples Philharmonic performs Paganini and Schubert. artisnaples.org

Mar. 7-9

Carlos Santos & Francisco Ramos

See Netflix’s Gentefied duo. offthehookcomedy.com

Mar. 7-31

Richard Segalman’s Silhouettes Exhibition

See the late Naples’ artists works. harmonmeek.com

Mar. 9

Piano Talks: The Romantic Piano

Jodie DeSalvo performs a solo recital. artisnaples.org

Mar. 9-10

Masterworks Series: Scheherazade

Naples Philharmonic performs Martinu, Tchaikovsky and Rumsky-Krsakov. artisnaples.org

Mar. 9-19

The Goodbye Girl Professional actors perform Neil Simon’s 1993 Broadway hit. theatre.zone

Mar. 10-12

Kevin Nealon

The former Saturday Night Live actor returns to Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Mar. 10-26

Saving Kitty

This comedy explores cross-cultural prejudices through a mother-daughter story. thestudioplayers.org

Mar. 11

Canyon Folkies: Over the Hills and Under the Covers

Vocalist Lauren Fox performs ’60s and’70s folk music. artisnaples.org

Mar. 12

An Evening with Itzhak Perlman

See the Israeli-American violinist, conductor, and music teacher whose accolades include performing for the late Queen Elizabeth II. artisnaples.org

The Miami City Ballet returns to Hayes Hall at Artis— Naples on Feb. 28.

Mar. 14-19

Jesus Christ Superstar

This new production celebrates the Broadway classic’s 50th anniversary. artisnaples.org

Mar. 15 - Apr. 2

Hollywood Arms by Carol Burnett and Carrie Hamilton

See the dramedy, based on the actress’ memoirs. marcoislandart.org

Mar. 16

Musical Interludes Series with a Latin Twist Dr. Eduardo Calle, a Latin Grammy Award winner and five-time Grammy nominee, performs. marcoislandart.org

Mar. 16-17

Around Town

Naples Philharmonic performs at the First Presbyterian Church of Bonita Springs and the United Church of Marco Island. artisnaples.org

Mar. 17-18

Naples Flower Show & Garden Market

Naples Garden Club presents the best in floral designs, botanical art, tropical plants and educational displays in the Garden. naplesgarden.org

Mar. 17-19

Steve Trevino

See the “best American hus band.” offthehookcomedy.com

Mar. 18 - Jul. 30

Three Degrees of Separation: Artistic Connections in the Permanent Collection

A look into cross-cultural connections in the arts in early and mid-20th century. artisnaples.org

Mar. 19

Naples Dixieland Jazz Band

The band performs at Cambier Park.naplesjazzsociety.com

Mar. 19

10th Annual Diamond Anniversary Season

Don’t miss the finale at Sugden Community Theatre. naplesjewishfilmfestival.org

Mar. 20-23

Bret Ernst

The Cobra Kai actor performs in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Mar. 20 - Apr. 6

Festival Under the Stars

The multiday outdoor opera festival returns with scores honoring Hispanic heritage, conducted by Ramón Tebar. operanaples.org

Mar. 20 - Apr. 8

Naples Favorite Jersey Girl

Joanne Rafferty displays abstract landscapes with embellished canvases. eastwestfineart.com

Mar. 22

All That Jazz: Vanessa Rubin

The vocalist accompanies

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Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra. artisnaples.org

Mar. 22

Alonzo King LINES Ballet

Born to Civil Rights activists, the dancer makes a difference through boundary-pushing contemporary dance. artisnaples.org

Mar. 22

Ikebana International: 50th-Anniversary Luncheon

Participate in a Japanese floral arrangement demonstration, silent auction, raffle and lunch. ikebananaples.com

Mar. 23

Chatham County Line

This Raleigh-based “newgrass” band blends rock and roll, folk and bluegrass. artisnaples.org

Mar. 23 & 30

Lecture Series Repeat: Eugenics, Experiments, Ethics: Nazi Germany, Japan & the U.S. Learn about unethical wartime medical experiments. hmcec.org

Mar. 23-25

Art & Design EXPO

Artists, interior designers and showrooms collaborate in this meet-and-greet event. naplesartdistrict.com

Mar. 24

An Evening of Overtures

Radu Paponiu conducts Naples Philharmonic. artisnaples.org

Mar. 25

An Evening with Kristin Chenoweth and the Naples Philharmonic

The film and theater star returns to Hayes Hall. artisnaples.org

Mar. 25

A Special Saturday Concert in the Park

The band’s only evening performance at Cambier Park. naplesconcertband.org

Mar. 25

Dominic Cheli

The pianist performs opera hits. grandpianoseries.org

Mar. 25-26

2022-2023 Outdoor Arts and Craft Shows

Regional and national artists, craftspeople and vendors display outdoors. marcoislandart.org

Mar. 25 - Apr. 16

Barefoot in the Park

Professional actors perform one of the longest-running plays in Broadway history. gulfshoreplayhouse.org

Mar. 26 & 28

Sypert Salon Series: Haydn and Mozart

In the chamber performance of the season, Naples Philharmon ic presents works from the 17th and 18th centuries. artisnaples.org

Mar. 28 Anka Sings Sinatra

Paul Anka returns to Hayes Hall to honor Frank Sinatra. artisnaples.org

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Mar. 30

Piano Talks: Broadway, Baby!

The DeSalvo boys return with their mom, pianist Jodie DeSalvo, and Carolann Sanita. artisnaples.org

Mar. 30 - Apr. 2

Jeff Dye

The Masked Singer star performs stand-up in Naples. offthehookcomedy.com

Mar. 31

Around the World in Song Musicians from the troupe perform hits from across the globe. gulfshoreopera.org

Mar. 31 & Apr. 1

Masterworks Series: Lamsma Plays Bruch Violin Concerto Dutch violinist Simone Lams ma performs. artisnaples.org

APRIL

Apr. 1

Naples Jazzmasters

River Park Community Center hosts the group’s final gig of the year. naplesjazzsociety.com

Apr. 1-30

Good Vibes

Featuring paintings of happy views of Naples and its sur rounding areas. philfishergallery.com

Apr. 2

Chancel Choir

Spring Cantana

The choir performs during wor ship service. vcpnaples.org

Apr. 4-8

Pops Series: Troupe Vertigo Latin Extravaganza

Returning with Jack Everly and the Naples Philharmonic, the show features gymnastic and aerial acrobatics. artisnaples.org

Apr. 4-29

Herman Maril Feature

This U.S. painter’s work features seascapes and landscapes. harmonmeek.com

Apr. 5-6

Flamenco Vivo Carlota

Santana presents Tablao Flamenco America’s foremost flamenco and Spanish dance company honors its traditions while expanding the art form. artisnaples.org

Apr. 7- Sept. 4

Viva la Vida: Plants, Stories, and Cultural Heritage Southwest Florida women of Hispanic origin use plants from their native countries to keep their traditions alive. naplesgarden.org

Apr. 9

Naples Dixieland Jazz Band

The Cambier Park stage will be alive with the sounds of the Naples Jazz Society. naplesjazzsociety.com

Apr. 10

The Price Is Right Live

The hit interactive game show gives individuals a chance to win big. artisnaples.org

Apr. 10 - May 2

Marco Island Academy Immerse yourself in LatinX history and cultural art. marcoislandart.org

Apr. 10 - May 2

Marco Island Center for the Arts: Adult Student Show Admire this unique exhibition featuring students’ pieces. marcoislandart.org

Apr. 11-25

Fragmented Realities

Two artists employ novel medi ums—laser etched aluminum, printed acrylic and large-scale murals—in this display. eastwestfineart.com

Apr. 13

American Style: Modern Mexican Artists in the United States

Curator Mark Castro leads this discussion as part of the Three Degrees of Separation exhibit. artisnaples.org

Apr. 13 & 15

Masterworks Series: Mahler Symphony No. 4

The Naples Philharmonic performs, accompanied by Korean soprano and rising star Hera Hyesang Park. artisnaples.org

Apr. 15

Art Alive Open Art Studio Tour (Children’s Programming)

Artwork created by Collier County students. naplesartdistrict.com

Apr. 15

Blooms & Brews

Experience the Garden by night and sample craft beers from local microbreweries. naplesgarden.org

Apr. 16 Concert in the Park

The final performance of the 51st season will be maestro Harris Lanzel’s farewell before retirement. naplesconcertband.org

Apr. 16

Wang Chamber Music: Chamber Gems with Soprano

The season ends with the Na ples Philharmonic and Korean soprano Hera Hyesang Park. artisnaples.org

Apr. 18-23 Mean Girls

The hilarious hit musical comes from an award-winning creative team. artisnaples.org

Apr. 18

Mike Cheng-Yu Lee, Fortepiano

The musician plays Schumann and Schubert’s music on this iconic instrument. grandpianoseries.org

Mar. 18-19

Michael Palascak

This comedian has worked and performed on several late-night comedy shows. offthehookcomedy.com

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Apr. 19 - May 7

The Foreigner

Enjoy this 1984 comedy written by Larry Shue. marcoislandart.org

Apr. 20

Musical Interludes Series with a Latin Twist

The Marco Grispo Ensemble delivers the Sounds of Argenti na and Original Jazz. marcoislandart.org

Apr. 20

Ying Li, Piano

This pianist explores 200 years of evolution of piano collections in her performance. grandpianoseries.org

Apr. 21-28

High School Virtual Show

A virtual showcase of the region’s high school students. marcoislandart.org

Apr. 25 - Oct. 25

Forgeries after the Holocaust Discover the dangers of forged Holocaust materials and what

they mean for museums. hmcec.org

Apr. 26

All That Jazz: Steve Nelson

This internationally acclaimed vibraphonist joins the Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra. artisnaples.org

Apr. 26

Miami City Ballet

This program features the classic choreography of Balanchine and Robbins, and new work by Durante Verzola. artisnaples.org

Apr. 27

Piano Talks: Violin Magic

Naples Philharmonic coconcertmaster Emerson Millar joins Jodie DeSalvo. artisnaples.org

Apr. 27-30 & May 4-7

Rock of Ages Sing along to all of your favorite ’80s hits and enjoy this tale of star-crossed lovers. theatre.zone

Apr. 29 - May. 7

Creativity Camp in Paradise

Enjoy a wide array of art class opportunities with the teaching artists in their studios. naplesartdistrict.com

Apr. 29 - May 14

Morning After Grace

A hilarious and heartwarming comedy about three retirees who embark on a new journey. gulfshoreplayhouse.org

Apr. 30

Don Giovanni

Gulfshore Opera and the Naples Philharmonic per forms. artisnaples.org

MAY May 1-31

Sunset Clouds

This exhibit features Southwest Florida skylines. philfishergallery.com

May 2-16

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eyes as they delight with their expressive floral bouquets. eastwestfineart.com

May 2-31

Season Closing Group Exhibition Feature for Adolf Dehn

This American artist was a lithographer and painter known for his satire. harmonmeek.com

May 5-6

Masterworks Series: Romeo and Juliet

Naples Philharmonic performs two interpretations of this clas sic with guest conductor Andris Poga. artisnaples.org

May 6

V-E Day Anniversary Naples’ Holocaust museum honors the historic day. hmcec.org

May 8-30

Lisette Llorens

The artist uses her fashion and jewelry design background to create unique pieces. marcoislandart.org

May 8 - Jun. 3

The Artist’s Question… Answered in Fiber

Witness an exhibition that addresses questions asked by different artists. marcoislandart.org

May 15 & 28

Hand & Harvest @ Mercato

Join Empty Bowls Naples at the center’s Asian Market. emptybowlsnaples.com

May 17

All That Jazz: The Music of Henry Mancini

The Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra honors the great American composer, conductor, arranger and musician. artisnaples.org

May 17-31

Sunburns and Sharks

Artist Joy Stanley captures Naples’ beauty, sophistica tion and happiness in her “whim-storical” style. eastwestfineart.com

May 19 - Jun. 4

Murder At The Howard Johnson’s

This suspenseful comedy about a love triangle sees the leads plot each others’ deaths. thestudioplayers.org

May 20

Free Community Day

Explore Artis—Naples with music, art and activities for the whole family. artisnaples.org

May 21

Summer Spectacular

The Naples Philharmonic and Naples Philharmonic Youth Orchestra join forces for a per formance. artisnaples.org

Naples’ Cori Craciun displays her woodworking skills at Marco Island Center for the Arts from Jul. 10 through Aug. 8.

May 25-26

Patriotic Pops

The Naples Philharmonic and the Naples Philharmonic Chorus perform. artisnaples.org

May 27-28

Family Wonder Days

Garden-wide adventures await with a weekend of engaging activities. naplesgarden.org

JUNE

Jun. 4 Naples Philharmonic

Pro-Am Open Rehearsal and Performance

Talented amateur musicians from the community join the orchestra onstage in Hayes Hall. artisnaples.org

Jun. 5- Jul. 3 Maria Hart

This artist uses watercolors and wood in her work, on display in La Petite Galerie. marcoislandart.org

JULY

Jul. 1

Tasting the Tropics

Sample tropical fruits from around the world and discover fruiting plants grown through out the Garden. naplesgarden.org

Jul. 1 - Sep. 17

Prison Nation

This exhibition addresses the role photography plays in recording incarceration. artisnaples.org

Jul. 10 - Aug. 8

Ivonne Ferrer

The Cuban artist exhibits diverse mediums in La Petite Galerie. marcoislandart.org

Jul. 10 - Aug. 8

Sticks and Stones and 1 Painter

A collaborative, multimedia show featuring woodwork and stones from Cori Craciun. marcoislandart.org

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AUGUST

Aug. 7 - Oct. 3

One Endless Voice to Enhance our Traditions

An evening celebration of Hispanic heritage. marcoislandart.org

Aug. 7 - Sep. 9

Anna Franklin

Work done in the artist’s eclectic style, displayed in La Petite Galerie. marcoislandart.org

SEPTEMBER

Sep. 2-3

Waterlily Weekend

The Garden shows more than 500 waterlily species. naples garden.org

Sep. 11 - Oct. 3

Austin Bell

The curator’s passion for preserving his native Florida’s history is spotlighted in this exhibition in La Petite Galerie. marcoislandart.org

LEE COUNTY

Now - Oct. 2

Creating Inside Out: The Art of Ian Summers

The acrylic artist’s main sub jects are faces in this exhibit. artinlee.org

Now - Oct. 9

The Play That Goes Wrong

An award-winning comedy about a drama society that tries to put on a murder mystery. laboratorytheaterflorida.com

Now - Oct. 2

School of Rock The Musical

Based on the popular film, this productionfeatures music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. culturalparktheater.com

Now - Oct. 30

Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill

Legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday gives one of her last performances in this musical. floridarep.org

Now - Oct. 1

Driving Miss Daisy

A modern American classic that explores the power of friendship. shellpoint.org

OCTOBER

Oct. 1-2

Orchid Symposium

Gardeners sell orchids and give presentations on their care. edisonford.org

Oct. 4

Il Volo: Live in Concert

The “popera” Italian trio per forms in Fort Myers. bbmannpah.com

Oct. 5

Lady A: Request Line Tour

The five-time, Grammy Award-winning group performs in Fort Myers. bbmannpah.com

Oct. 7

Staged Reading Series

Styles and genres open up dis cussions with actors, directors and playwrights. artcenterbonita.org

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Oct. 7-17

Eternity

Amanda Zirzow’s vibrant skeletons appear in the art center. sbdac.org

Oct. 7-14

Dark Art

The morbid-themed group show overlaps with Art Walk’s music and live performances. sbdac.org

Oct. 7-30

Joan Sonnenberg: A Retrospective

The Naples artist conveys the coexistence between abstraction and realism. artinlee.org

Oct. 13

Alliance for the Arts: Poetry & Music Open Mic Night

Patrons fill the gallery with rhythm and soulful words during this hybrad event. artinlee.org

Oct. 13-23 The Women

This play follows the lives of Manhattan socialites and the power struggles that come with wealth. culturalparktheater.com

Oct. 14

Trace Adkins: The Way I Wanna Go Tour

The country star behind “You’re Gonna Miss This” and “Just Fishin” performs. seminoleimmokaleecasino.com

Oct. 14-16

Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical

Based on the classic thriller, this show is the tale of a brilliant mind gone horrifically awry. artcenterbonita.org

Oct. 15

Rocky Horror Picture Show Outdoor Movie Event

A movie screening, costume contest, food trucks, raffles and vendors. artinlee.com

Oct. 15

Carbonaro Lies on Stage

Get ready for a night of magic and laughter with actor and illusionist Michael Carbonaro. bbmannpah.com

Oct. 15

Pitbull: Can’t Stop Us Now Tour with Special Guest Iggy Azalea

The Grammy Award-winning artist and popular female rapper come to Estero this fall. hertzarena.com

Oct. 20

A Lovely Day to Kill Your Spouse

Don’t miss this world premiere play from New Zealand playwright Lindsey Brown. artcenterbonita.org

Oct. 20-29

August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson

This play examines slavery and the difficulty of Black Americans seeking economic and social equality. artinlee.org

Oct. 22

Gulfshore Ballet: Song and Dance with Gulfshore Opera

These companies unite for an intimate evening of song and dance. gsballet.org

Oct. 22

Greta Van Fleet: Dreams in Gold Tour Catch the meteoric-rising,

flamboyant band leading the modern rock ‘n’ roll revival. hertzarena.org

Oct. 22

The 24-Hour Playwriting Project

Playwrights present plays to be judged by a panel of area theater and arts professionals. laboratorytheaterflorida.com

Oct. 25-28

Beethoven Fest

Fabio Bidini, Dominic Cheli, Paul Williamson and Rodolfo Leone perform. grandpianoseries.org

Oct. 27

Stars of the Sixties Presents Herman’s Hermits

The incomparable English singer-songwriter Peter Noone performs in Fort My ers. bbmannpah.com

Oct. 28

Travis Tritt with Chris Janson: Can’t Miss Tour Don’t miss this country collaboration coming to Estero. hertzarena.com

Oct. 28 - Nov. 13

Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help

This comedy follows an Irish, Catholic family and the chaos of balancing life and religion. floridarep.org

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Oct. 30

Caloosa Sound Amphithe ater: Rockin’ on the River: Pablo Cruise

A free concert series located in the heart of downtown Fort Myers. luminaryhotel.com

Oct. 30

Haunted Halloween

The annual family concert brings holiday favorites to life. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Oct. 30 Myriam Hernández: Singeria Tour

Hear the artist perform tracks for her new album, Singeria hertzarena.com

NOVEMBER

Nov. 1

Rumors of Fleetwood Mac Live in Concert 2022

See this tribute to the iconic band in a new show. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 3, 5 & 7 Latin Infusion!

Experience a kaleidoscope of Latin music, including pop and traditional folk. gulfshoreopera.org

Nov. 3

Herb Bruce and the Herbicide Jazz Band with Michael Andrew Experience iconic movie and TV show themes live in concert. shellpoint.org

Nov 3-5

ArtFest Fort Myers

A weekend of art and cuisine downtown. artfestfortmyers.com

Nov. 3 - Dec. 30

Flora and Fauna: Expressions of Nature

Artwork in all media expresses the beauty of nature. shellpoint.org

Nov. 4

Zach Williams Fall 22’

The contemporary Christian artist and Ben Fuller perform. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 4-20

The Thanksgiving Play

Elementary school teachers attempt to put on a culturallysensitive holiday play. laboratorytheaterflorida.com

Nov. 4-22

Francesco Gillia: The Binary Perception of Venus

Experience the portraits of the artist’s installation, Pronaos, in the Capital Gallery. sbdac.com

Nov. 4-22

Shivoo Shivoo: The Birth of Aesthetic Ecology

New ideas take form in art in this experimental exhibit in the Grand Atrium. sbdac.com

Nov. 4-27

Feedback Loop: Anne Stagg & Laura Tanner

These works depict various Southern experiences. artinlee.org

Nov. 5

Champions of Magic: The Worldwide Wonders Tour Experience impossible illusions and spectacular special effects. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 5 Beethoven’s Eroica Symphony

A new season begins with con ductor Andrew M. Kurtz. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Nov. 6

Bluegrass Concert: Southwind and Bluegrass Central Bring your chairs to this out door concert series featuring Southwest Florida bands. artinlee.org

Nov. 6 Marc Anthony

The Grammy Award-winning artist performs. hertzarena.com

Nov. 9

Pierto Iannotti

The pianist presents work from Beethoven, Chopin, Bach and Liszt-Verdi in Fort Myers. shellpoint.org

Nov. 10

Reba Live in Concert with Special Guest Terri Clark

The “queen of country music” performs. hertzarena.com

Nov. 10-20

Pippin

A magic-filled Broadway classic. culturalparktheater.com

Nov. 11

Rhythm on the River: Bluegrass Band

An evening concert along the Caloosahatchee River. edisonford.org

Nov. 12

Arts on Tap

Alliance for the Arts’ hosts this fundraising event with craft beers. artinlee.org

Nov. 12

Celebrating Billy Joel: America’s Piano Man

Rob Stringer and Alex Dee perform. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 12

Kevin Hart: Reality Check

The Emmy- and Grammynominated actor performs. hertzarena.com

Nov. 12

NightBird: The Ultimate Tribute to Stevie Nicks

Celebrate the iconic music of the Fleetwood Mac frontman. artcenterbonita.org

Nov. 13 Christian Nodal: Forajido Tour

This artist took over the Latin music scene with his debut album. hertzarena.com

Nov.13

Go Divas Benefit Concert

The women’s ensemble covers pop and opera songs. gulfshoreopera.org

Nov. 13

Great Ladies of Jazz

Vocalists perform with the Gulf Coast Jazz Collective. gulfcoastsymphony.org

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Nov. 13-14 & 16

Nico Namoradze

The pianist performs some of Rachmaninoff’s work. grandpianoseries.org

Nov. 16

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Chip Davis directs this concert. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 17

Cody Johnson Featuring Randy Houser

The celebrated country musi cian performs. hertzarena.org

Nov. 17

Gulf Coast Chamber Orchestra: Jazz at the MACC - Music of Miles Davis Trumpeter James Suggs per forms. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Nov. 17

Georgia Players presents Fortunate Son: A tribute to the Music of Creedence Clearwater Revival

A down-home concert. shellpoint.org

Nov. 17- Dec. 30

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas

Be transported to 1954 for a night of dancing and laughter in Fort Myers. broadwaypalm. org

Nov. 18

Chelsea Handler: Vaccinated and Horny Tour

The bold and in-your-face comic performs in Estero. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 18

Cooking for the Arts Cook through a four course din ner and part in live and silent auctions. sbdac.com

formance inBonita Springs. artcenterbonita.org

Nov. 18-19

Botanic Garden

A fresh portrait of the intrica cies of a long-term relationship on display in Fort Myers. shellpoint.org

Nov. 19

Foreigner: The Greatest Hits

The band performs popular songs like “Juke Box Hero” and “Cold As Ice.” bbmannpah.com

Nov. 19

Riders in the Sky

Saddle up for a night of western music with this cowboy band. artcenterbonita.org

Nov. 19-20 Fall Garden Festival

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Nov. 20

Bill Burr

See one of the most recog nizable voices in comedy. hertzarena.org

Nov. 21

Rockin’ on the River: Lorrie Morgan

The country music singer performs at Caloosa Sound Am phitheater. luminaryhotel.com

Nov. 21

Tom Segura: I’m Coming Everywhere World Tour

This comedian has four Netflix specials. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 25

Daniel Tosh: Florida Trash Tour

This comedian is best known for the Comedy Central show Tosh.O. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 25 - Dec. 30 Holiday Nights

See lights and historic decora tions throughout the property

at this annual event. edisonford.org

Nov. 27

Nutcracker! Magic of Christmas Ballet

The beloved ballet provides festive entertainment. bbmannpah.com

Nov. 30 & Dec. 1 - 4 Festival of Trees

Local business decorate trees for the 15th annual fundraiser. sbdac.com

DECEMBER

Dec. 1- 4 Cabaret (Youth Theatre)

The young actors perform the classic musical in Fort Myers. artinlee.org

Dec. 2

Gulf Coast Symphony: Deck the Halls

A holiday concert at the Fort Myers arts hall. bbmannpah.com

Dec. 2

John Mulaney: From Scratch

The Emmy-winning comedian performs. hertzarena.org

Dec. 2- 4

Not On My Walls

Pop-up Exhibition

Discarded art pieces get a new home in this exhibit. artinlee.org

Dec. 2 - Dec. 18

Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None

A thrilling whodunnit play in downtown Fort Myers. floridarep.org

Dec. 2- Jan. 1

Members Exhibition:

Small Works Off the Wall

Artworks are priced at $200 in this special exhibition. artinlee.org

Dec. 3 The Nutcracker

Enjoy your favorite Tchaikovsky holiday classic performed by

Artist Ran Adler has his first local solo show in three years at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center in January.

Gulfshore Ballet at BIG ARTS. gsballet.org

Dec. 3 Taylor Tomlinson: The Have it All Tour

The millennial comedian performs in Fort Myers. bbmannpah.com

Dec. 3- 4

Bromeliad Plant Sale

Hundreds of exotic plants are on sale. edisonford.org

Dec. 3-18

Snowbird Follies: A Holiday Music Review

A celebration inspired by local icons Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Dec. 4

Bluegrass Concert: Sawgrass Drifters & Swinging Bridge

Bring your chairs to this out door concert with Southwest Florida bands. artinlee.org

Dec. 8

For King & Country: A Drummer Boy Christmas

Get into the holiday spirit with this Grammy Awardwinning duo. hertzarena.org

Dec. 8

Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons

The original Jersey Boy comes to Fort Myers. bbmannpah.com

Dec. 8

Sandi Patty Christmas Tour

The perennial favorite per forms holiday classics at The Village Church. shellpoint.org

Dec. 8-10 and 15-18

The Parking Lot

Madelaine Weymouth directs this intimate performance outdoors at Alliance for the Arts. artinlee.org

Dec. 9

The Fab Four: The Ultimate Beatles Tribute

Reminisce “Yesterday” with the award-winning group. bbmannpah.com

Dec. 9 - Jan. 14

Ain’t Misbehavin’

Audiences are swept away to nightclubs of 1920s Manhattan. laboratorytheaterflorida.com

Dec. 10

Gulf Coast Symphony and Gulfshore Ballet present The Nutcracker

These companies partner to present the holiday classic in Fort Myers. bbmannpah.org

Dec. 12

Rockin’ on the River: Big Bad VooDoo Daddy

This jazz and swing band performs at Caloosa Sound Am phitheater. luminaryhotel.com

Dec. 12

Deck the Halls

The annual holiday concert returns. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Dec. 12

Southwest Florida Symphony Holiday Pops

Enjoy the sounds of the season on stage at The Village Church. shellpoint.org

Dec. 13 Messiah Sing along to timeless tunes,

including “Hallelujah.” voicesofnaples.org

Dec. 15

Jazz at the MACC: Swinging Holidays

Valerie Gillespie and Herb Bruce unite with the Gulf Coast Jazz Collective. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Dec. 16 - Jan. 15

Freud’s Last Session

C.S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud meet on the eve of World War Two. floridarep.org

Dec. 17

The Nutcracker

Gulfshore Ballet performs at the Tribby Arts Center. gsballet.org

Dec. 20

Reiko & Friends Christmas Concert Former concertmaster Reiko Niiya headlines this outdoor event. artinlee.org

Dec. 30 - 31 Cirque Dreams Holidaze

This annual experience infuses musical performances with contemporary circus arts. bbmannpah.com

Dec. 31- Jan. 1 12th Annual Coconut Point New Year’s Weekend Art Festival

The outdoor art show returns to the open-air mall. bluerooartnaples.com

JANUARY

Jan. 5

John Pizzarelli Trio

Experience the best songs from timeless artists at Tribby Arts Center. shellpoint.org

Jan. 6 - Feb. 11

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Enjoy this spectacular Broadway classic from Andrew Lloyd Webber. broadwaypalm.com

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Jan. 5 - Feb. 18

Fanciful! Art That Makes You Smile

Featured creations by Shell Point residents and guest artist Katie Gardenia. shellpoint.org

Jan. 6

The Spinners, Manhattans, and Trammps

This show brings Philadelphia Soul Sound to Southwest Flori da. bbmannpah.com

Jan. 6-29

Changing Direction: National Association of Women Artists Exhibition

This exhibition recognizes pro fessional female fine artists. artinlee.org

Jan. 6-30

Ran Adler

The Naples artist displays his organic assemblages in the Capital Gallery. sbdac.com

Jan. 6-25

Paint Slinger: Lynn Davison

The Naples artist’s work focuses on angular anatomy, displayed in the Grand Atrium. sbdac.com

Jan. 8

Bluegrass Concert: Lonesome Rangers and Frank Corso

These two artists perform backto-back at Alliance for the Arts. artinlee.org

Jan. 9

Author Lisa Unger

A lecture given by a “master of suspense.” sbdac.com

Jan. 10

The Kingston Trio

This musical group helped launch the folk revival of the late 1950s and 1960s. shellpoint.org

Jan. 11

Rachel Kudo, Piano

This pianist explores the sounds of German Romanticism. grandpianoseries.org

Jan. 12

Jazz at the MACC: The Funk

Enjoy the music of bassist Dan Navarro. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Jan. 12-22

The Sound of Music

This classic marks the final collaboration between Rodgers and Hammerstein. culturalparktheater.com

Jan. 13

Trio Zimbalist

The performance set ranges from Romantic masterworks to today’s composers. sbdac.com

Jan. 13-29

Ripcord

Rob Siler directs this geriatric comedy. floridarep.org

Jan. 14

Gulf Coast Chamber Orchestra: Price’s Symphony No. 3

The first symphony by a Black woman performed by a major American orchestra. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Jan. 14

Judith Hill

This Grammy-winning singer kicks off the center’s 2023 performing arts series. bigarts.org

Jan. 14-15

Bonita Springs National Art Festival

The first of three Bonita Springs fine arts festivals. artcenterbonita.org

Jan. 15

Gulf Coast Chamber Orchestra: Sunday Night Chamber Music

Be swept away by a night of enchanting music. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Jan. 15

Valencia Baryton Project

Experience the trio of the baryton, viola and violoncello. bigarts.org

Jan. 17

Rhythm on the River: Neil Diamond Tribute Band

Enjoy great music inspired by the hitmaker. edisonford.org

Jan. 19-29

Faceless

A courtroom drama inspired by true cases is performed in Fort Myers. artinlee.org

Jan. 19 - Feb. 4

The Thing About Men

This musical explores the com plications of a love triangle. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Jan. 20

David Mayfield Parade

This marks the band’s fourth performance in the Fort Myers art center. sbdac.com

Jan. 21

Brave New Pops 1: REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG

The Elton John Tribute offers a full stage experience in Fort Myers. bbmannpah.com

Jan. 21

The World of Musicals

This performance includes show tunes, movie anthems and classic hits. bigarts.org

Jan. 22

Gulf Coast Symphony: The Doo Wop Project

This collaborative show fea tures the stars of Broadway’s Jersey Boys and Motown: The Musical. bbmannpah.com

Jan. 23

Merz Trio

This program includes classical and new arrangements of famil iar and forgotten works. shellpoint.org

Jan. 24

Aquila Theatre: Pride and Prejudice

This Jane Austen classic comes to life on the stage at the island art center. bigarts.org

Jan. 27

George Michael Reborn

Celebrate the music of the “Faith” singer in concert at the art center. sbdac.com

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Jan. 27

Rhythm on the River: Frank Sinatra Tribute Band

Hear the greatest hits of this musical legend. edisonford.org

Jan. 28

Masterworks 1

Get swept away by a night of Mozart and Tchaikovsky from Southwest Florida Symphony. bbmannpah.com

Jan. 28

Twisted Pine

Enjoy authentic tunes from this bluegrass band. bigarts.org

Jan. 29

From Broadway to the West End: A Love Story

The husband and wife duo per form with the symphony. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Jan. 29

Maxim Lando

This young pianist comes from The Julliard School to perform on Sanibel Island. bigarts.org

Jan. 29

Opera to Broadway Solos and ensembles by great American composers. gulfshoreopera.org

FEBRUARY

Feb. 1-2

Hotel California: The Original Eagles Tribute Band

Experience the legendary band’s sounds at Tribby Arts Center. shellpoint.com

Feb. 2

Opera to Broadway

Musicians from the opera group perform Broadway classics. gulfshoreopera.org

Feb. 2

SPA Trio

This group blends art and parlor songs from 19th and 20th-century Europe in a performance. sbdac.com

Feb. 3 - Mar. 5

The Importance of Being Earnest

Voices of Naples hosts the 20th Annual Sing-Along Messiah on Nov. 20.

Two bachelors entertain in this Oscar Wilde comedy, running on the Artstage Studio Theatre. floridarep.org

Feb. 2-27

Meraki

Experience the work of artists Dana Donkle, Danielle Quina and Lindsey Calhoun in the Capital Gallery. sbdac.com

Feb. 2 - 27

Bradford Hermann

The sculptor and painter displays in the Grand Atrium. sbdac.com

Feb. 4

Alan Bibey & Grasstowne

This Grammy-nominated man dolin player leads this bluegrass team. bigarts.org

Feb. 4

Annual Antique Car Show

Classic car owners display their rides on the Ford estate lawn. edisonford.org

Feb. 4-5

ArtFest Fort Myers

The Annual art festival returns to the riverfront of downtown Fort Myers with art and live music.artfestfortmyers.com

Feb. 5

Bluegrass Concert: Bill Metts and Bear Hill Bluegrass

These two artists showcase bluegrass tunes in Fort Myers. artinlee.org

Feb. 9

Jazz at the MACC: Laila Biali

The award-winning Canadian musician joins the Gulf Coast Jazz Collective. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Feb. 9

Jeremy Denk

This renowned pianist has performed with symphonies across the country. bigarts.org

Feb. 9

Hotel California: The King’s Singers

The more than 50-year-old, renowned a capella group performs in Fort Myers. shellpoint.org

Feb. 9

Spanish Rhapsody

World-renowned tenor Santiago Ballerini delights in concert. grandpianoseries.org

Feb. 10

Leroy Jones

The musician and his quintet promise an evening of acoustic jazz music. sbdac.com

Feb. 10

The Hit Men of Country: The Ultimate Country Concert

These five musicians have toured with some of Country Music’s greatest acts. artcenterbonita.org

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Feb. 10 - Mar. 11

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

The dark, cult-classic musical follows a London barber seek ing revenge. laboratorytheaterflorida.com

Feb. 11

Brave New Pops 2: Bowie & Glass

The Southwest Florida Sym phony and Voltron Collective team up for this tribute concert. bbmannpah.com

Feb. 11

Gulf Coast Chamber Orchestra: Vivaldi’s GLORIA Fort Myers Master Singers join the the symphony. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Feb. 11

The Hit Men: Classic Rock Supergroup

Celebrate this group’s experi ences with rock ‘n’ roll music legends. bigarts.org

Feb. 11-12

Bonita Springs National Art Festival

Juried artists descend on Riverside Park. artcenterbonita.org

Feb. 11-12

Winter Garden Festival

More than 40 vendors sell a variety of plants. edisonford.org

Feb. 13

Author Bob Morris

The columnist, editor and writer gives a lecture. sbdac.com

Feb. 13

Hotel California: Love Letters

This award-winning A.R. Gur ney play chronicles confidantes’ correspondence spanning decades. shellpoint.org

Feb. 15

Ailey II

The modern dance company brings spirit and energy to its performance at BIG ARTS. bigarts.org

Feb. 15 - Mar. 11

Forever Plaid

This charming show explores the close-harmony “guy groups” of the 1950s. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Feb. 16

Jupiter & Jasper String Quartets

These groups combine their artistic abilities for a night of classical melodies. bigarts.org

Feb. 16

Mersey Beatles: Cavern Club the Early Years

This Liverpool-based Tribute Band pays homage to the Beat les’ early years. sbdac.com

Feb. 16-26

Rumors

Experience one of Neil Simon’s most beloved comedies. culturalparktheater.com

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Feb. 16-26

The Last Show

This one-man show is set in a period where all public social gatherings and forms of art are banned. artinlee.org

Feb. 17

Mersey Beatles: Apple Records Rooftop Era

This Liverpool-based Tribute Band plays homage to the Beatles’ later years. sbdac.com

Feb. 17 - Mar. 5

On Golden Pond

Don’t miss this modern American classic about the importance of family and love. floridarep.org

Feb. 17- Apr. 9 Jersey Boys

A Broadway classic about one of the 1960s most famous rock ‘n’ roll groups. broadwaypalm.com

Feb. 18

Lee Rocker

The Stray Cats singer performs the band’s hits at Hinman Audi torium. artcenterbonita.org

Feb. 19

Gulf Coast Symphony: Sunday Night Chamber Music

Gulf Coast Chamber Orchestra hosts an evening concert. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Feb. 19

The Barber of Seville

The classic comedy returns in a production by Josh Shaw. gulfshoreopera.org

Feb. 23 American Virtuosi Fundraiser Dinner

Celebrated musicians perform at The Luminary Hotel & Co. sbdac.com

Feb. 23

Hotel California: Hermitage Piano Trio

The show includes ranges from European traditional to contemporary American. shellpoint.org

Feb. 24

Gunhild Carling

This Swedish jazz star sings, plays instruments and tap dances. sbdac.com

Feb. 25

American Virtuosi Concert

The annual show brings cham ber musicians from across the country. sbdac.com

Feb. 25

One Night in Memphis

Celebrate the hits of Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley. artcenterbonita.org

Feb. 26

Mesa-Yakushev Duo

The Cuban American cellist and Russian pianist unite. bigarts.org

MARCH

Mar. 2 Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper

The group was named Instru mental Group of the Year five times by The International Bluegrass Music Association. shellpoint.org

Mar. 2-25

The Color of Air, The Shape of Color, Great Blues in Love

A juried exhibition at Tribby Arts Center, featuring artist Anita Putnam and

photographer Sallie Rich. shellpoint.com

Mar. 3

Late Nite Catechism: Sister’s Summer School Catechism

An interactive comedy showing on Sanibel Island. bigarts.org

Mar. 4-5

Bonita Springs

National Art Festival

The third and final of the fine arts festivals in Bonita Springs. artcenterbonita.org

Mar. 5

Scattered Grass and HWY 41 S

An outdoor bluegrass concert with local bands. artinlee.org

Mar. 5

From Broadway to the West End: Singers & Songwriters Starring Mi chael Cavanaugh

The symphony presents music from Neil Diamond, Paul Simon and James Taylor. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Mar. 8 & 15 Songs of Ireland with the Go Divas

Female vocalists honor the Em erald Isle. gulfshoreopera.org

Mar. 9 Grease

A local rendition of the Broadway classic. culturalparktheater.com

Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers is known for its robust programming, including exhibits from local artists.

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Mar. 10

Forever Fleetwood

A tribute concert to Fleetwood Mac in Fort Myers. sbdac.com

Mar. 10

Stacey Kent

The jazz singer performs on Sanibel Island. bigarts.org

Mar. 11

Adrian Cunningham

The award-winning multiinstrumentalist performs. sbdac.com

Mar. 11

Alan Doyle

The multifaceted musician performs. artcenterbonita.org

Mar. 11

Masterworks 2

The concert features works from Jessie Montgomery, An tonín Dvorák and Edward Elgar. bbmannpah.com

Mar .12

Sunday Night Chamber Music

The group performs at the Music & Arts Community Center in Fort Myers. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Mar. 13

Author B.A. Shapiro

The award-winning and New York Times bestselling author presents a lecture. sbdac.com

Mar. 14

Barry Douglas

The Irish pianist and Gold Med alist of the fabled Tchaikovsky Competition performs. grand pianoseries.org

Mar. 16

WindSync

The vibrant chamber ensemble performs wind quintet master works at Tribby Arts Center. shellpoint.com

Mar. 16-26

The Hatmaker’s Wife

The expression, “If these walls

could talk,” comes true in this play. artinlee.org

Mar. 17

Steve Tyrell: Fifty Shades of Ray

The pianist performs on Sanibel Island. bigarts.org

Mar. 17-18

Gypsy

The symphony performs scores from the 1959 musical. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Mar. 19 Americana

The vocalists perform in the Parish Life Center at St. Leo Catholic Church. voicesofnaples.com

Mar. 23

Fiona & Hina Khuong with pianist Rohan De Silva

Two violin prodigies perform together in a concer. sbdac.com

Mar. 23

Jazz at the MACC: Jazz Influenced by Africa Gulf Coast Jazz Collectives’ show features a fusion of West African drum and dance. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Mar. 23 - Apr. 2

The Divine Sister

This outrageous comedy tells the story of a nun’s quest to build a new school for her convent. artcenterbonita.org

Mar. 24 - Apr. 16

Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash

This theatrical performance covers more than a dozen of the artist’s greatest songs. floridarep.org

Mar. 25

Farrenc Symphony no. 3 The orchestra performs one of the last symphonies composed by Louise Farrenc. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Mar. 25 Mile Twelve

The bluegrass group performs in Fort Myers. sbdac.com

Mar. 26

Sunday Night Chamber Music

Gulf Coast Chamber Orchestra performs an evening concert. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Mar. 28

Around the World in Song

Musicians from the troupe perform hits from across the globe. gulfshoreopera.org

Mar. 28-29

Sheila Arnold – Stories of the Underground Railroad

The storyteller comes to the Wasmer Art Gallery to speak on social justice and folktales. fgcu.edu

Mar. 31- Apr. 1

Art Walks the Runway

The 11th annual show features looks from local boutiques and couture designers. sbdac.com

Mar. 31- Apr. 16

Pass Over

The play follows two young Black men seeking hope in a world of police violence. laboratorytheaterflorida.com

APRIL Apr. 1 Absolute Queen

The Queen tribute band performs on Sanibel Island. bigarts.org

Apr. 1 Strings On Fire!

Andrew Kurtz conducts the Gulf Coast Chamber Ochestra. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Apr. 1 Masterworks 3

A Night at the Opera returns with various popular arias. bbmannpah.com

Apr. 1- May 25

Ageless Creativity 3: Seeing Red

This juried display at Tribby Arts Center showcases the best works of Shell Point artists and artisans. shellpoint.org

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Apr. 2

Music of the Night

The symphony performs selections from Andrew Lloyd Webber shows. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Apr. 3

Author Robert Macomber

The maritime author and histo ry enthusiast lectures. sbdac.com

Apr. 3-4

Live in Central Park

(Revisited): Simon & Garfunkel Tribute

Performers Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate the iconic 1981 reunion concert at Tribby Arts Center. shellpoint.org

Apr. 4 Open Mic Storytelling–Adventure

Listen to stories while perusing the Wasmer Art Gallery. fgcu.edu

Apr. 4

Taste of Opera

Dinner and a show at The Colo ny Bay Club with special artist performances. gulfshoreopera.org

Apr. 5

Dr. Joel Ying

This presentation at Florida Gulf Coast University delves into family stories from Jamaica. fgcu.edu

Apr. 6

Jazz at the MACC: Jazz Originals

This show includes original works by local musicians. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Apr. 7- May 1

Sounds & ColorMaria Collier

A solo show for the vibrant local artist, who paints along to music, in the Capital Gallery. sbdac.com

Visit Anna Rac and other artists in their studios during Naples Art District’s openstudio series.

CULTURAL CALENDAR

Apr. 7 - May 1

IB Baccalaureate - Fort Myers High-Group Show

Local high school seniors display in the Grand Atrium. sbdac.com

Apr. 8

Grow Fort Myers Plant Sale

Participate in workshops, learn new gardening techniques and shop rare plants. edisonford.org.

Apr. 13

Poetry & Music

Open Mic Night

Alliance for the Arts opens for a night of creativity. artinlee.org

Apr. 13-29

Nunsense

Gulf Coast Symphony performs scores from the musical comedy. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Apr. 14 - May 20 Sister Act

In this play, follow the disco diva on her mission to hide from the police in a convent. broadwaypalm.com

Apr. 17

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Tea Party Fundraiser

Gulfshore Ballet performs at this themed fundraiser. gsballet.org

Apr. 19

Francisco Fullana, Mike Lee, Milana Strezeva

Fullana performs on the storied 1735 ‘Mary Portman’ Guarneri del Gesu violin. grandpianoseries.org

Apr. 19 Student Showcase –Storytelling as Healing

The final spring installment of stories and art at the Wasmer Art Gallery. fgcu.edu

Apr. 20-30

Crimes of the Heart

Local actors perform a tearjerk ing production following three sisters. culturalparktheater.org

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Apr. 21

Fabio Bidini & Balourdet Quartet

A romantic chamber perfor mance. grandpianoseries.org

Apr. 21

Kruger Brothers

The band blends classic and folk music in Fort Myers. sbdac.com

Apr. 21 - May 16

Lobby Hero

A dark comedy involving a murder investigation. floridarep.org

Apr. 22 Masterworks 4 Songs by Jennifer Higdon, Sergei Rachmaninoff and Mod est Mussorgsky. bbmannpah.com

Apr. 23

Cirque Goes to the Movies! Cirque artists and live, local musicians combine for a night of movie magic. gulfcoastsymphony.org

April 26 - May 1

Fort Myers Beach International Film Festival

The festival returns for the 16th year with shorts and independent films. fmbfilmfest.com

Apr. 27

Ehnes String Quartet

The internationally acclaimed quartet performs in Fort Myers. sbdac.com

Apr. 30

Anuel AA: Legends Never

Die World Tour

The world-renowned Latin artist performs in Estero. hertzarena.org

Apr. 30 Sunday Night Chamber Music

The symphony performs at the Music & Arts Community Center in Fort Myers. gulfcoastsymphony.org

MAY May 5-29

Spectrum of NatureAlisha Morgan

The artist’s solo show cele brates life through intuition and abstraction. sbdac.com

May 5-29

Divine HypocrisyDavid Acevedo

The Fort Myers artist displays his powerful mixed media works in the Grand Atrium. sbdac.com

May 5-29

Movie Themed Show

Afilm-themed exhibit in the Capital Gallery. sbdac.com

May 5-29

Natalya Kochak

The Miami artist explores the relationship between literature and the human experience, and American identity in the Capital Gallery. sbdac.org

May 6

Brave New Pops 3: The Orchestra

Former members of Electric Light Orchestra perform. bbmannpah.com

May 6

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Gulfcoast Symphony and Gulf shore Ballet perform the classic Shakespeare tale. gsballet.org

May 11-21

Private Lives

The Broadway classic tells an unexpected love story between two exes. culturalparktheater.org

May 13

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Gulfshore Ballet performs the William Shakespeare story through dance. gsballet.org

May 17- 21

Fort Myers Film Festival

The 13th-annual festival brings shorts and independant films to Fort Myers. fortmyersfilmfestival.com

May 18

Jazz at the MACC: Jazz Jam Gulf Coast Symphony turns the Music & Arts Community Cen ter into a New York City jazz club. gulfcoastsymphony.org

May 26 - Jul. 1

Footloose

Experience the power of music and dance in this beloved Broadway classic-turned-film. broadwaypalm.com

JUNE

Jun. 2-30

Annual Juried Exhibition

A group show of juried local artist in the Capital Gallery. sbdac.com

Jun. 3-29

Driven: The Art of the Auto

This Tribby Arts Center exhibi tion features guest artists Shah Hadjebi and Albert Chailosky. shellpoint.org

JULY

Jul. 7-28

Mario Almaguer

A solo show for the Cuban artist in the Grand Atrium. sbdac.com

Jul. 27 - Aug. 6

The Odd Couple: Female Version

The beloved Niel Simon classic, with a gender-bending twist. artcenterbonita.org

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See Naples artist Lynn Davison’s figurative works at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center this January.

ONGOING EVENTS

Select nights, November through May

Art Alive Open Art Studio Tour

Visit 100 local artists in their working studios. naplesartdistrict.com

Second Saturdays, October through June

Music in the Garden

Naples Botanical Garden fills with music and artists performing on the Water Garden stage. This month, Naples-based Havy Rodriguez & the Miami Splash Band plays their blend of Latin, pop and jazz. naplesgarden.org

Wednesdays & Fridays

Sidney’s Rooftop

Live music from bands and DJs fill the sculpture garden at Sid ney & Berne Davis Art Center. sbdac.com

First Mondays

TGIM

Meet with local film host and curator Eric Raddatz during live, independent film screen ings at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center for the Fort Myers Film Festival. sbdac.com

First Fridays

Fort Myers Art Walk Downtown Fort Myers’ grow ing arts scene is on full display. Don’t miss the accompanying rooftop party at SBDAC, which organizes the monthly event. sbdac.com

Second Saturdays Garden Talk

Horticulturists share best practices to grow and care for plants at the historic Edison & Ford Winter Estates. edisonford.org

Second Thursdays Evening on Fifth

The shops stay open late, restaurants offer dining spe cials and live music fills Fifth Avenue South. fifthavenuesouth.com

Third Fridays

Fort Myers Music Walk

Enjoy live music in the streets of Fort Myers’ downtown by local and regional musicians. myriverdistrict.com

Visit and Be Inspired! For information on Hours, Exhibits and Events, visit HMCEC.org 975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd., Suite 108 Naples, FL 34110 239 263 9200 Info@HMCEC.org

ARTS + CULTURE SOURCEBOOK

Artist Marvin Rouse, shown here at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, moved into his first solo studio space in downtown Naples this summer.

Your guide to Southwest Florida’s art galleries, theaters and cultural centers.

Brian Tietz
2022 • 2023

Aldo Castillo Gallery

634 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, FL 34102 312-375-8887 aldocastillogallery.com

Amy Art Gallery

28 10th St. S., Naples, FL 34102 402-203-2041 amyart.net

Artis—Naples

5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples, FL 34108 239-597-1900 artisnaples.org

Child’s Path

3144 Santa Barbara Blvd., Naples, FL 34145 239-643-3908 childspath.org

Emily James Gallery

720 Fifth Ave. S., Suite #111, Naples, FL 34102 239-777-3283 emilyjamesart.com

Gallerie Indigo

2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite #172, Naples, FL 34109 239-325-8697 gallerieindigo.com

Guess-Fisher Gallery

810 12th Ave., Naples, FL 34102 239-659-2787 philfisherfineart.com

Gulfshore Playhouse

755 Eighth Ave. S., Naples, FL 34102 239-261-7529 gulfshoreplayhouse.org

Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center

975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd., Suite #108, Naples, FL 34110 239-263-9200 hmcec.org

Laurél Schmid, Fine Artist

5760 Shirley St., #15, Naples, FL 34109 239-789-3823 LaurelSchmidArt.com

Marco Island Center for the Arts

1010 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island, FL 34145 239-394-4221 marcoislandart.org

The Naples Players

701 Fifth Ave. S., Naples, FL 34102 239-263-7990 naplesplayers.org

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METHOD & CONCEPT

111 10 St. S., Suite #112, Naples, FL 34102 239-529-2633 methodandconcept.com

Naples Art 585 Park St., Naples, FL 34102 239-262-6517 naplesart.org

Naples Art District

Between J And C Boulevard and Pine Ridge Road, Na ples, FL 34109 239-249-1977 naplesartdistrict.com

Naples Botanical Garden 4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL 34112 239-643-7275 naplesgarden.org

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TheatreZone

13275 Livingston Road, Naples, FL 34109 888-966-3352 theatre.zone

Things I like

By Catherine 3954 Bayshore Drive, Naples, FL 34112 239-778-4665 thingsilikebyc.com

Arsenault Gallery 239-263-1214 arsenaultgallery.com

Naples, Marco Island & The Everglades CVB 800-688-3600 paradisecoast.com

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All About Closets

13180 Livingston Road, Suite #105, Naples, FL 34109 239-303-5829 allaboutclosets.com

Stock Development

2639 Professional Circle, Naples, FL 34119 239-592-7344 stockdevelopment.com

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Aldo Castillo Gallery on Naples’ Fifth Avenue South is a go-to for contemporary art, with pieces from artists such as Cuban-American abstract painter Fredy Villamil.

GALLERIES, STUDIOS + ANTIQUES

MARCO ISLAND

Beach Street Art Studio, 118 S. Barfield Drive, Suite A, 235-7084. In this gallery and studio, expect to find original oil paintings as well as cocktail-themed art classes and private lessons. bchststudio.com

Betty Newman Art Gallery, 258 Royal Palm Drive, 784-4436. Coastal contempo rary, abstract impressions and custom paintings are available for purchase and perusal. bettynewmanart.com

Blue Mangrove Gallery, 1089 N. Collier Blvd., Suite #417, 393-2405. This gallery carries a rotating assortment of artisan jewelry, glass, pottery, accent furniture and photography, plus a children’s area. bluemangrovegallery.com

Malenda Trick Gallery, 274 Royal Palm Drive, 394-2787. In addition to housing the interna tional artist’s works, this gallery hosts regular art lessons and exhibitions. malendatrick.com

Tara O’Neill Studio, 545 Coconut Ave., Goodland, 330-7543. The gallery, studio and garden space showcases the artist’s Florida-inspired work. She also offers commissions. taraogallery.com

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Adams Galleries, 2154 Trade Center Way, Suite #1, 4030040. Sharing a space with Wyeth’s Fine Art & Frame, Adams Galleries provides an ample inventory of contem porary and European original oil paintings, as well as giclée prints, catered to interior designers. adamsgalleries.com

Alan Brown Gallery, 901 Seventh St. S., 877-1847. The private dealer—available only by appointment—specializes in mid- to late-20th century art and estate and insurance appraisals. alanbrowngallery.com

Aldo Castillo Gallery, 634 Fifth Ave. S., (312) 375-8887. This is the new downtown headquarters for the modern and contemporary art gallery, founded by a former member of the Chicago Art Dealers Association (CADA). Castillo’s Florida studio caters to private collectors, museum collections and design professionals. aldocastillogallery.com

Amy Art, 28 10th St. S., (402) 203-2041. This studio and gallery in the Naples Design District showcases the textured abstracts and figurative work of longtime Naples painter Amy Moglia Heuerman. amyart.net

Arsenault Studio & Banyan Arts Gallery, 263-1214. The plein-air painter operates a pri vate, appointment-only space. arsenaultgallery.com

Art2d Gallery & Studio, 2076 J and C Blvd., 595-9369. Timothy Parker displays his modern and contemporary art, plus abstract, tropical, figurative and fine art prints and commissions. art2d.com

Art Edge Gallery & Studios, 2180 J and C Blvd., 572-1747.

Artist Sandee Mahler displays and teaches her abstract style— Her style is 3D elements on canvas, blending traditional

and contemporary. She also offers individual studio work spaces for temporary rental. artedgegallery.com

Auctions Neapolitan | Dovetails, LLC, 3196 Davis Blvd., 262-7333. This combina tion auction house, showroom and gallery specializes in fine art, jewelry and antiques. auctionsneapolitan.com

Barbara Groenteman Fine Art Studio & Gallery, 5760 Shirley St., Suite #7, 572-3386. The working studio and gallery offers originals, giclées and commissions around realistic tropical and wildlife themes. barbaragroenteman.com

Bonny Hawley Studios and Gallery, 2371 Linwood Ave., Suite #108, 649-1389. Find the artist’s large-scale mixedmedia abstracts and figurative work. Commissions are available. bhawley.com

Call of Africa’s Native Visions Galleries, 737 Fifth Ave. S., 643-3785. Since 1987, the gallery has carried contemporary and traditional wildlife- and environmental inspired-fine art by interna tionally acclaimed artists. Works include paintings and sculptures, as well as home ac cents, furnishings, raku pottery and glass. nativevisions.com

Calusa Gallery Art & Frame, 2460 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite #404, 594-3888. The gallery and shop provides thou sands of unique mouldings, art, mirrors, decor and gifts. calusagallery.com

Carmelo Blandino Studio, 1719 Trade Center Way, Unit #5, 216-2526. Open by appointment only, this working studio not only displays the colorful, contemporary floral paintings for which he’s long been known but also offers seasonal work shops. carmeloblandino.com

Chernysh Antiques & Fine Art, 950 Central Ave., (941)

888-4226. Located at Treasure Island Antiques; shop an eclec tic assortment of antiques, art, jewelry and home decor. cher nyshantiquesandfinearts.com

The Clay Place, 1555

Shadowlawn Drive, 775-1078. Established in 1973 as Naples’ first pottery studio, the space offers a variety of wares (including the ever-famous fish platter) and custom orders. naplesclayplace.com

COCO Art Gallery, 1950 Tamiami Trail N., 436-3530. The new sister location of Estero’s popular artist coop erative, this gallery next to Macy’s in the Coastland Center features paintings by its artist members as well as works in glass, textiles, jewelry and more. cocoartgallery.com

Dennis Goodman Photography & Printing Art Gallery, 941 Fourth Ave. N., 825-4677. Shop from the artist’s large-scale prints of Southwest Florida’s wildlife in the Naples Design District. dennisgood manphotography.com

East West Fine Art, 9115 Strada Place, Suite #5130, 821-9459. The gallery exhibits works from Russian, American and European academicallytrained contemporary artists and hosts cultural and musical events throughout the year. eastwestfineart.com

Ed Koehler Designs, 2908 Hawthorne Court, 961-5604. Open by appointment only, the studio and showroom–shared with his wife, painter Marti Koehler–showcases the artist’s organic furniture, decor and marine sculptures, including mangrove lamps and coral chandeliers. edkoehlerdesigns.com

Elizabeth Jules Designs, 508 Tamiami Trail N., 234-6506. The tiny gallery and boutique sells original art, pottery, and handmade vintage jewelry. elizabethjulesdesigns.com

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Emillions Art, 837 Fifth Ave. S., Suite #202, 687-3101. Since opening a showroom in 2020, the team purveys contem porary works for beginner collectors seeking to access the art market and established collectors pursuing specific works. emillionsart.com

Emily James Gallery, 720 Fifth Ave. S., Suite #111, 7773283. Emily James owns this working studio and gallery showcasing her cheerful paint ings, which focus primarily on water and landscapes. emilyjamesart.com

The Englishman Fine Art, 365 Fifth Ave. S., Suite #101, 649-8088. Since 1985, the space has offered original 19th-centu ry and contemporary paintings. theenglishmanusa.com

Eydel Fine Arts Gallery, 800 Fifth Ave. S., Suite #101, 2737677. The stylish gallery focuses on unique paintings, sculptures and mixed media work, like butterfly wing mosaics. eydelfineartsgallery.com

Gallerie Indigo, 2355 Van derbilt Beach Rd, Suite #172, 325-8697. This space promotes elevated interior design, offering hundreds of curated, framed artworks to fit your home style. gallerieindigo.com

Gallery 206, 5880 Shirley St. Founded by pilot and sculptor Linda Sollars, Gallery 206 is a working studio and gallery showcasing art from seven contemporary artists. gallery206naples.com

Gallery One, 765 Fifth Ave. S., 263-0835. For more than 25 years, the space has encouraged creative conversation, person alized service and meaningful expressions of art. galleryonenaples.com

Gardner Colby Gallery, 359 Broad Ave. S., 403-7787. Estab lished in 1994, see a collection of American artists’ abstract, contemporary, transitional, figurative and still-life works. gardnercolbygallery.com

Guess-Fisher Gallery, 810 12th Ave. S., 659-2787. Located in the back of Phil Fisher Gallery, this space offers custom picture framing, fine art and gifts. For 30 years, it has also served as the working studio space for fine art batik artist Natalie Guess. natalieguess.com

Harmon-Meek Gallery, 382 12th Ave. S., 262-2699. One of the longest-running fine art galleries in Southwest Flor ida, established in Naples in 1964 — it represents American masters. harmonmeek.com

Harmon-Meek|modern, 382 12th Ave. S., 262-2699. Located in the Third Street South shopping district, this gallery specializes in art by from Amer ican artists from the 1950s to today. harmonmeekmodern.com

Harmon-Meek Private Sales Gallery, 599 Ninth St. N., Suite #309, 261-2637. The private sales gallery, open by appoint ment only, is located within the First Horizon Bank building. harmonmeek.com

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High Tide Studio & Gallery, 995 Central Ave., 228-6934. Opened by Margie White, this new studio and gallery in the Naples Design District features impressionistic artwork and offers workshops. hightidestudioandgallery.com

Hindman Auctions, 850 Sixth Ave. S., 643-4448. Among the leading auction houses in the world for art, jewelry and decorative objects, the firm is a globally recognized brand with national salerooms and experts in more than 50 collecting cate gories. hindmanauctions.com

H&R Studio, 3940 Radio Road, Suite #102. Founded by artists Brett F. Harvey and Lauren Amalia Redding, this private working studio offers drawing, painting and sculpture programming by appointment. handrstudio.com

HW Gallery, 462 Ninth St. N., 263-6640. The gallery showcases works by modern and con temporary masters, including Robert Rauschenberg, Pablo

Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein, Joan Miró, Andy Warhol, Frank Stella, James Rosenquist, Karen Barrow, Robert Natkin and Jim Dine. hwgallery.com

Inspirations Artists &

Design Gallery, 5450 Shirley Street, Unit B, 272-7110. In cluding contemporary artwork from six women artists ranging from collage to watercolor, Inspirations offers a variety of workshops and classes and is available for private parties and events. inspirationsartists.com

Joel Shapses Studio, 6240 Shirley St., Suite #102, (954) 830-3156. The studio shows the artist’s contempo rary sculptures in glass, marble, granite, alabaster, aluminum and neon. joelshapsesstudio.com

Laurél Schmid Art, 5760 Shirley St., 789-3823. This fine artist’s gallery offers studio tours to aesthetes, featuring some of her landscape works of beautiful coastal views and clear-blue skylines. laurelschmidart.com

Marina Lounis–Art Point Gallery, 550 10th Street N., 262-7022. This space, located inside Naples Frame Up, exhib its colorful, coastal-inspired paintings by Marina Lounis. marinalounis.com

Marti Koehler Art, 2908 Hawthorne Court, 404-8309. Open by appointment only, the studio—displayed alongside the designs of her husband, Ed Koehler—displays the painter’s dreamy, whimsical seascapes. martikoehlerart.com

Marvin D. Rouse Studio & Gallery, 853 4th Ave. S., 269-7552. One of the first Black artists to own a gallery in Na ples, Marvin Rouse opened this studio and appointment-only gallery just outside of Fifth Av enue South to display a collec tion of his symbolic paintings, sculptures and installations. rouseart.com

METHOD & CONCEPT, 111 10th St. S., Suite #112, 529-2633. Located in The

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Collective, you’ll find a gallery and design atelier specializing in contemporary art and arti san-made design objects. The sleek space represents Ameri can and international emerging and mid-career artists. methodandconcept.com

Musebox Arts, 5880 Shirley St., Suite #208, (612) 840-0817. Musician and painter Jan Edwards opened this creative space with a music studio, gallery and ample space for painting and writing in the Naples Art District. museboxarts.com

Muzyka Art Space, 1055 Fifth Ave. N., 470-0034. Run by local artist Arturo Correa and his wife, Jennifer Muzyka, the gallery works with the renowned Ascaso Gallery in Miami and focuses on Latin American modern and contemporary artists. muzykaartspace.com

Naples Art District, 5450-B Shirley Street, 249-1977. The nonprofit alliance of 85+ independent artists, jewelers and photographers supports arts education by offering free, open-studio events and a vari ety of art classes. The district is the largest concentration of working artist studios regional ly. naplesartdistrict.com

Naples Art Studios, 2172 J and C Blvd., 821-1061. Formerly the Rosen Gallery & Studios, this spot unites three gallery spaces surrounding the working stu dios of award-winning sculptor Richard W. Rosen and painter Tracy M. Rosen. naplesart.studio

Naples Fine Arts Studio, 1719 Trade Center Way, Suite #9, 591-3463. This is the studio of Naples artist Edward R. Park. His more than 50 years of painting have allowed him to master multiple styles, from realism to abstract. edwardparkfineart.com

Nicholas Petrucci, 1719 Trade Center Way, Suite #3, 405-2010.

The gallery features portraits and commissioned paintings in North Naples. nicholaspetrucci.com

Passionfruit Art Gallery, 1100 6th Ave. S., Suite #5, 5808322. This new gallery, located in downtown Naples near Tin City, focuses on European artwork with Old World charm. passionfruitartgallery.com

Phil Fisher Gallery, 810 12th Ave. S., 403-8393. The fine art gallery features popular Naples artists Phil Fisher and Natalie Guess, who work with watercolors, oils and batik. philfisherfineart.com

Quidley & Company Fine Art, 375 Broad Ave. S., 261-4300. Located near downtown Naples’ Third Street South, this gallery showcases contemporary representational and abstract artwork to collectors in Naples, as well as in Nantucket, Massachusetts and Westport, Connecticut. quidleyandco.com

Quidley & Company Project Space at Magnolia Square, 5934 Premier Way, Suite #2100, 261-4300. Quidley & Co.’s new space inside the luxurious Magnolia Square apartment complex focuses on eclectic highlights from their artist roster and works by Hunt Slonem. quidleyandco.com

Random Acts of Art, 761 12th Ave. S., 435-0668. Located in Crayton Cove, this contem porary, handmade American crafts collection includes jewel ry, pottery, glass, furniture and sculptures. randomactsart.com

Samaniego Art, 5850 Shirley Street, Suite #104, 431-7040. Arturo Samaniego’s big, bold abstract art reflects his interest in interior design and architec ture—ranging from minimalist tones to exuberant and colorful. samaniegoabstract.com

Sheldon Fine Art, 460 Fifth Ave. S., 649-6255. For more than 35 years, this gallery has shown seascape, landscape,

figurative and abstract art to Naples and Newport, Rhode Island collectors. sheldonfineart.com

Smallwalls Studio & Project Space, 6240 Shirley Street, Suite #202, (402) 201-6160. A working art studio and gallery specializing in contemporary, project-oriented art, Small walls was established by artists Mary and Gary Day in 2015. smallwallsart.com

Sweet Art Gallery, 852 First Ave. S., Suite #100, 597-2110. In a new downtown Naples location, Sweet Art has one of Southwest Florida’s largest inventories for modern art, specializing in large canvases by local and national artists. thesweetartgallery.com

The Naples Gallery, 1200 5th Ave. South, Suite #305, 261-0098. Located in Naples’ beloved Tin City, this gallery includes affordable artwork and handcrafted wares from various local artists. facebook. com/thenaplesgallery

Things I Like by Catherine, 3954 Bayshore Drive, 778-4665. Artist Catherine Ehrenberger’s studio and gallery in Bayshore Arts District features a collec tion of contemporary works from local artists like RyAnne Curnow and jeweler Amanda Jaron. thingsilikebyc.com

United Arts Council of Collier County, 340 Ninth St. N., Suite #201, 254-8242. The council unites the local cultural community as the state’s designated local arts agency for Collier County and provides arts services to under served communities. It recently launched an artist co-op on Fourth Avenue North as part of the county’s strategic arts plan. uaccollier.com

Up Art Contemporary, 340 Eighth St., 641-3898. Museum-quality artworks are presented in an intimate and engaging setting in downtown

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Naples. Find a constantly changing selection of primar ily multi- and mixed-media artworks of established and emerging artists. upartand design.com

OCHOPEE

Clyde Butcher Big Cypress Gallery, 52388 Tamiami Trail E., 695-2428. This gallery features a large selection of the famed artist’s photographs, plus a gift shop, swamp walking tours and vacation rentals. clydebutcher.com

DANCE

NAPLES

Allstar Dance Studio, 4910 Tamiami Trail N., Suite #118, 304-9013. This dance studio provides instruction for events like wedding dances and offerings for the dance hobby ist. allstardancestudio.com

Ansuya Bellydance, 1820 Tamiami Trail E., 404-1034.

Located at Tritone Fitness in the Naples Bay Club, this studio is run by a second-generation, internationally recognized dancer (one of the original Bellydance Superstars) with thousands of students across the globe. Online classes are available. ansuya.com

The Classical Ballet of Naples, 3400 Radio Road, Suite #105, 465-6860. Led by Liliam Gomez, this ballet school in East Naples offers classes such as summer camps for children and ballet classes for adults with no previous experience. facebook.com/liliambgomez/

Backstage Dance Academy, 13020 Livingston Road, Suite #8, 566-3535. Under instruc tors with extensive ballet experience, this studio focuses on dance education for children from toddlers and offers summer camps. bdanaples.com

Fred Astaire Dance Studio, 1585 Pine Ridge Rd, Suite #3, 592-7737. The studio offers dance classes and national

competitions for dancers of all skill levels. fredastaire.com

Glow Dance & Art Academy, 7740 Preserve Lane, Suite #9, (929) 429-9655. Established by professional ballroom dancer, Iveta Lukošiutė, Glow Academy not only focuses on dance classes from beginner to competitive levels but also offers yoga and art instruction. glowfl.com

Johnny and Lisa Dance, 9655 Tamiami Trail N., Suite #101, 919-0205. Founded by Johnny and Lisa PerMar, this studio provides classes for all levels and well-rounded and dynamic instructors. youknowyouwantto.com

Let’s Dance With Me, 4367 Tamiami Trail N., 610-0210. Find classes ranging from hip-hop to ballroom for all age groups and wedding dance specialists. letsdancewith.me

Modern Steps School of Dance, 4117 Tamiami Trail E., 775-3445. A spacious wood dance floor and talented

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Naples Ballet, 1005 Fifth Ave. N., 732-1000. Created in 2008, the company strives to provide cultural enrichment in Naples through two full-length clas sical ballets each year, as well as several other performances, dance education, community outreach and scholarship pro grams. naplesballet.org

Naples Performing Arts Center, 5450 YMCA Road, 325-8789. This nonprofit pro vides arts education through a diverse curriculum, focusing on dance lessons and performance. naplesperformingartscenter.com

Naples School of Irish Dance, 875 94th Ave. N., Suite #8, (516) 314-7404. Affiliated with Atlanta’s Drake School of Irish Dance, this studio specializes in traditional Irish dancing with classes for all ages. naplesirishdance.com

Pure Energy Dance Center, 11965 Collier Blvd., Suite #9,

682-3241. This facility houses a dance studio, performing arts center and barre classes. pureenergydancecenter.com

CENTERS + ASSOCIATIONS

MARCO ISLAND

Marco Island Center for the Arts, 1010 Winterberry Drive, 394-4221. The center promotes education and appreciation of the arts and features two galler ies for exhibitions throughout the season. marcoislandart.org

Marco Island Foundation for the Arts, P.O. Box 1091, 389-0280. The nonprofit organization helps sponsor and support the community’s liter ary, visual and performing arts. marcoislandfoundation.org

NAPLES

Ikebana International #160 The organization celebrates the art of Japanese flower arranging and Japanese culture. Meetings are usually at

the Naples Botanical Garden in season. ikebananaples.com

Naples Art, 585 Park St., 262-6517. After more than 65 years, the art association continues to inspire creativity and provide opportunities for all to experience art in South west Florida. naplesart.org

Naples Artcrafters, P.O. Box 10884. This more than 50-year-old nonprofit supports local artists and produces juried fine art and craft shows from November through April. naplesartcrafters.com

Naples Botanical Garden, 4820 Bayshore Drive, 643-7275. This treasure trove of flora in the heart of Naples enriches the community with large-scale exhibitions, holiday celebra tions and family-friendly events. naplesgarden.org

Naples Porcelain Artists, 777 Mooring Line Drive, 287-6889. This group meets at Emmanuel Lutheran Church during the season and provides instruc

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tions and supplies for artists of all levels to create their own porcelain art. facebook.com/ naplesporcelainartists

Southwest Florida Pastel Society, P.O. Box 110236. The society represents approxi mately 100 pastel artists, pro viding educational programs, workshops, plein-air outings, exhibition opportunities and academic scholarships. pastel society.org

Southwest Florida Watercolor Society. This group of water colorists offers workshops, plein-air outings, and two year ly exhibitions in various Lee and Collier County locations. sfwcs.weebly.com

SWFL WAX. A new chapter of the International Encaustic Artists (IEA) founded in 2018, SWFL WAX offers workshops throughout the region and exhibitions for artists who paint using wax or encaustic methods. swflwax.com

United Arts Council of Collier County, 340 Ninth St. N., Suite #201, 254-8242. As the state-designated local arts agency for Collier County, the council unites the cultural com munity and provides services to underserved communities. It recently launched an artist co-op on Fourth Avenue North as part of the county’s strategic arts plan. uaccollier.com

MUSEUMS

CLEWISTON

Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, 34725 W. Boundary Road, (877) 902-1113. In the Seminole lan guage, Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki means a place to learn and remem ber. The museum, on the Big Cypress Reservation, teaches about Seminole history and culture. ahtahthiki.com

Clewiston Museum, 109 Central Ave., (863) 983-2870. The museum hosts exhibitions highlighting local fossils, sugar, cattle industry firsts, commer cial fishing, killer hurricanes

and Seminole history. clewistonmuseum.org

EVERGLADES CITY

Museum of the Everglades, 105 Broadway Ave. W., 252-5026. Opened in 1927 as a commercial laundry center, the museum dates back to the con struction of Tamiami Trail, and the settlement of Everglades served as the first county seat. colliermuseums.com

IMMOKALEE

Immokalee Pioneer Museum at Roberts Ranch, 1215 Roberts Ave. W., 252-2611. Originally home to cattleman Robert Roberts, this 13-acre historic site and museum features exhibits and programs that tell the story of Southwest Florida’s pioneer families. colliermuseums.com

MARCO ISLAND

Marco Island Historical Museum, 180 S. Heathwood Drive, 252-1440. Also the home

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of the Marco Island Historical Society, the exhibits trace Marco Island’s history from its original Calusa inhabitants to its pioneer roots through its explosive modern growth. colliermuseums.com

NAPLES

Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., 597-1111. This three-story museum hosts several annual traveling exhibitions from world-renowned artists and installations from its permanent collections. artisnaples.org

Collier Museum at Government Center, 3331 Tamiami Trail E., 252-8476. Find more than five acres of native Florida landscaping, plus exhibition galleries, gardens, restored Naples cottages, a re constructed Seminole fort, and more. colliermuseums.com

Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples (C’MON), 15080 Livingston Road, 514-0084. C’MON provides an exciting, inspiring environment where children and families play and learn together. cmon.org

The Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center, 975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd., Suite #108, 263-9200. This center teaches lessons about the Holocaust to inspire action against bigotry, hatred and violence. The collection con tains more than 1,000 unique pieces and the boxcar exhibit. hmcec.org

Naples Depot Museum, 1051 Fifth Ave. S., 252-8419. Set in Naples’ first passenger train station, it takes visitors back to Florida’s railroad heyday and tells how technology and transportation helped the city grow. colliermuseums.com

Naples Historical Society–Historic Palm Cottage, 137 12th Ave. S., 261-8164. Built in 1895, the 3,500-square-foot

dwelling is the oldest house in Naples. The society also offers walking tours of the Naples Historic District. napleshistoricalsociety.org

Naples Lionel Train Museum, 401 10th St. S., 262-1776. Located in the same building as the Naples Depot Museum, this museum offers visitors the chance to ride a train around the property’s perimeter and interact with its extensive indoor train diorama. naplestrainmuseum.org

The Naples Museum of Military History, 500 Ter minal Drive, (614) 205-0357. Peruse thousands of military artifacts from all branches at Naples Airport, which was ini tially built during World War II. naplesmuseummilitaryhistory.org

Revs Institute, 2500 Horseshoe Dr. S., 687-7387. Home to the Miles Collier Collections, this extensive museum preserves, studies, and celebrates more than 100 historically significant automobiles built between 1896 and 1995. revsinstitute.org

PERFORMING ARTS

NAPLES

Artis—Naples, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., 597-1900. Home to The Baker Museum, Artis–Naples’ campus includes the Naples Philharmonic and traveling theater and musical productions ranging from Broadway classics to rock ‘n’ roll greats. artisnaples.org

Cambier Park—Norris Center, 755 Eighth Ave. S., 213-3049. This community center adjacent to Cambier Park and its performance bandshell is the city of Naples’ downtown cultural arts hub and family recreation facility, housing productions from Naples’ Gulfshore Playhouse to concerts. naplesgov.com

Everglades Barbershop Chorus, 800 Neffs Way (VFW Post #7721), 963-5808. With no experience necessary to join, this group rehearses barbershop vocal harmonies throughout the season, culminating in their annual concert. evergladeschorus.us

Gulf Coast Big Band, 755 Eighth Ave. S., 877-6090. Under the direction of Dan Miller since 1991, the volunteer-based group holds concerts in Naples’ Cambier Park and has awarded more than $80,000 to local high school musicians. gulfcoastbigband.com

Moorings Presbyterian Church, 791 Harbour Drive, 261-1487. This house of worship emphasizes the performing arts and hosts concerts each season as part of its Hyacinth Series. The 900-seat sanctuary is home to a 4,200-pipe organ and a Fazioli grand piano. moor ingschurch.org

Music Foundation of Greater Naples, P.O. Box 112383.

Formerly known as Naples Music Club, it supports music education and performance, provides scholarships and engages in collaborative out reach efforts in the community. musicfoundationnaples.org

Naples Big Band, 2614 Tamiami Trail N., Suite #200, (314) 477-9519. The group performs American big band concerts at Cambier Park in Naples, Mackle Park on Marco Island and Fort Myers’ Alliance for the Arts. It also aims to financially support music education for area high schools. naplesbigband.com

Naples Community Orchestra, P.O. Box 9542. Founded in 1993, the group now represents the finest in community orchestral performance and is committed to creating opportunities for students and accomplished local musicians to learn and perform together. naplescom munityorchestra.org

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Naples Concert Band, P.O. Box 31, 270-1221. Now in its 50th year, the 90-piece band performs outdoor shows at Cambier Park during the season and works with the Music Foundation of Greater Naples to support youth music scholar ships. naplesconcertband.org

Naples Jazz Society, 998 Spanish Moss Trail, (612) 3273835. While this organization supports jazz in all its forms, it sponsors three Dixieland jazz bands that perform jazz con certs across various venues in Naples. naplesjazzsociety.com

Naples Philharmonic, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., 597-1900. Based in Artis–Naples and led by conductor Andrey Boreyko, the Philharmonic performs around 140 orchestral and chamber concerts between Sep tember and June. artisnaples. org/naples-philharmonic

Naples Philharmonic Chorus, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., 597-1900. This all-volunteer chorus, with auditions on a rolling basis, performs in both pop and classical concerts each season with the Naples Philharmonic at Artis–Naples. artisnaples.org

Naples Piano Studio, 5600 Trail Blvd., Suite 9, 404-2713. This group of piano instructors serves as retailers for sheet mu sic and offers lessons for adults and children. naplespianostudio.com

Off the Hook Comedy Club, 2500 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Suite 1100, 389-6901. The area’s first comedy club to incorporate a full-service restaurant has staged more than 1,000 wellknown comedians—including Tom Green, Mike Epps, Carlos Mencia, Kevin Hart, Gabriel Iglesias, Eddie Griffin, Kevin Nealon and Jim Breuer. offthe hookcomedy.com

Opera Naples, 2408 Linwood Ave., 963-9050. The organization presents high-caliber produc

tions with renowned opera stars, an artist-in-residence program, apprenticeships, and an annual outdoor festival launched in 2020. operanaples.org

Paradise Coastmen

Barbershop Chorus, 122 Moorings Park Dr., Suite #G103, 352-6366. The area’s local chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, this all-male group of amateur a cappella singers primarily performs tunes from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. paradisecoastmen.org

Voices of Naples, 293-0645. This seasonal community chorus, which performs in multiple area churches, comes with a repertoire specializing in choral music that ranges from classical to jazz to comic to pop. voicesofnaples.org

THEATER

MARCO ISLAND

Marco Island & Naples Shakespeare Festivals

GLOBAL, 600 E. Elkham Cir., Unit #1211, 692-8016. Founded in Marco Island and perform ing in venues such as the Marco Island Academy, this Shake speare Festival partners with fellow actors from around the world and offers free training to any interested student. shake speareislandstyle.org

Arts Center Theatre, 1089 N. Collier Blvd., Suite #432, 642-7270. Marco Island Center for the Arts started this troupe over the summer to replace the previous Marco Players. Expect shows for the whole family, including staged readings and kids’ plays. marcoislandart.org

NAPLES

Gulfshore Playhouse, 755 Eighth Ave. S., 261-7529. Naples’ premiere professional theater produces shows to the highest artistic standards and provides unique educational opportuni

ties to diverse groups of people. gulfshoreplayhouse.org

The Naples Players, 701 Fifth Ave. S., 434-7340. One of the nation’s best community theaters, the troupe produces Broadway musicals, plays, comedy shows and community events in downtown Naples. naplesplayers.org

The Studio Players, 4701 Golden Gate Parkway, 3989192. This nonprofit theater organization produces alterna tive, contemporary, and more well-known productions in the Golden Gate Community Cen ter’s Joan Jenks Auditorium. thestudioplayers.org

TheatreZone, 13275 Living ston Road, (888) 966-3352. This professional Equity theater presents Broadway musicals–especially rarely performed productions–at the G&L The ater at the Community School of Naples. theatre.zone

FILM

MARCO ISLAND

Marco Island Foundation for the Arts, P.O. Box 1091, 389-0280. The nonprofit organization helps sponsor and support the community’s liter ary, visual and performing arts. marcoislandfoundation.org

NAPLES

Naples International Film Festival, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., 597-1900. Hosted by Artis—Naples, this four-day film festival brings features, documentaries and shorts from around the world to Naples with events onsite and at Silverspot Cinema. artisnaples.org

Naples Jewish Film Festival, 1459 Pine Ridge Road, 434-1818. Hosted by the Jewish Feder ation of Greater Naples, this annual film festival celebrates Jewish culture. naplesjewish filmfestival.org

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Aldo Castillo Gallery Miromar Design Center 10800 Corkscrew Road, Estero, FL 33928 312-375-8887 aldocastillogallery.com

Alliance for the Arts 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33919 239-939-2787 artinlee.org

BIG ARTS

900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 239-395-0900 bigarts.org

Bower School of Music & the Arts / FGCU 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., Fort Myers, FL 33965 239-745-4268 fgcu.edu/bsma

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre

1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907 239-278-4422 broadwaypalm.com

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs (Performing Arts) 10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 239-495-8989 artcenterbonita.org

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs (Visual Arts) 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs, FL 34135 239-495-8989 artcenterbonita.org

Florida Repertory Theatre

2268 Bay St., Fort Myers, FL 33902 239-332-4488 floridarep.org

Gulf Coast Symphony at Barbara B Mann Performing Arts 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33919 239-277-1700 gulfcoastsymphony.org

Gulfshore Opera, Headquarters 9911 Corkscrew Road, Suite #105, Estero, FL 33928 239-529-3925 gulfshoreopera.org

Music & Arts Community Center 13411 Shire Lane, Fort Myers, FL 33912 239-277-1700 macctickets.org

STACIE KRUPA FINE ART, 2710 McGregor Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33901 305-942-0614 staciekrupa.com

Symphonic Chorale of SWFL 239-560 5695 symphonicchorale.org

Tower Gallery

751 Tarpon Bay Road, Sanibel, FL 33957 239 472-4557 towergallery.net

Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point 13921 Shell Point Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33908 239-415-5667 tribbyartscenter.com

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Jennifer’s Inc. 13251 McGregor Blvd., Suite #111-1, Fort Myers, FL 33919 239-481-8582 jennifersftmyers.com

Turk & Turk 239-297-0915 turkandturk.com

SARASOTA COUNTY

Van Wezel Foundation 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236 941-366-5578 vwfoundation.org

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Venezuelan-born artist Arturo Correa creates vibrant contemporary works, such as JENNIFER (2016) , in his appointment-only studio in Bonita Springs.

GALLERIES, STUDIOS + ANTIQUES

BOKEELIA

Bokeelia Art Gallery, 8315 Main St., 738-5280. Sitting along Charlotte Harbor, the gallery features work from local artists, including paintings, pottery, glass and jewelry. bokeeliaartgallery.com

Island Conclave Fine Art Gallery, 5101 Pine Island Road, 282-8488. Find artisan-made works and products from cre ators local to Pine Island. facebook.com/islandconclave

BONITA SPRINGS

Al Marcenkus Art, 26300 Prince Pierre Way, (865) 2078560. The gallery features the works of the veteran landscape oil painter. almarcenkusart.com

Arturo Correa Art Studio, 28280 Old 41 Road, Unit #10, 470-0040. The working studio of the stellar Venezuelan-born artist is open by appointment. arturocorrea.net

Cherelle Art Gallery, 10923 K Nine Drive, 877-7125. Find works from the award-winning artist who studied at Sotheby’s Institute of Art and has trained with clay masters Jason Bige Burnett and Lisa Orr. cherelleart.com

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Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs (CFABS) Visual Arts Center, 26100 Old 41 Road, 495-8989. The center is home to art exhibitions, classes for adults and children, art festivals, fine arts events and galas. artcenterbonita.org

Marine Arts Gallery, 26795 S. Bay Drive, Suite #166, 2610000. This gallery is devoted to marine art and offers in-home consultations. marineartsgal lery.com

West Coast Art & Design, 24951 Old 41 Road, Suite #4, 498-1787. This arts-based company offers a vast array of services, including custom framing, custom artwork, mu rals, faux finishes and furniture restoration. wcartdesign.com

Starnes & Starnes, 25987 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite #96, 2213541. Founded by brother and sister Ian and Elle Starnes for intellectual advancement and curiosity, this gallery of works from 45 local artists creates a purchasing experience that can enhance one’s knowledge and appreciation of modern and contemporary art. On exhibition at Consign & Design. starnesdesign.wordpress.com

CAPE CORAL

Cape Coral Art Center, 4533 Coronado Parkway, 574-0802. An artist resource since 1977, the more than 13,600-square-foot center holds studios, a specialty art supplies store, a gift shop and a gallery. capecoral.gov

Cape Coral Art League, 516 Cultural Park Blvd., 772-5657. The nonprofit hosts exhibi tions, classes and workshops. capecoralartleague.org

Lorne’s Gallery, 1830 S Del Prado Blvd., 574-5111. The custom framing and decorating

shop offers ready-to-hang pieces with a large selection of nautical-themed art. framegalleryandgifts.com

Harbour View Gallery, 5789 Cape Harbour Drive, Suite #104, 540-5789. The only artists-owned co-op gallery in Cape Coral exhibits only juried local art and is staffed entirely by exhibiting artists. harbourviewgallery.com

CAPTIVA

2 Islands Gallery, 14830 Captiva Drive, 472-2772. Find jewelry, pottery, decorative baskets, photography, ceramics, prints and paintings—all created by local artisans. 2islandsgallery.com

Jungle Drums Gallery, 11532 Andy Rosse Lane, 395-2266. Artists/owners Kathleen and Jim Mazzotta promote environmental con servation with a broad diversity of work, including bronze, copper, wood, glass, clay, original paintings, handcrafted jewelry and limited-edition prints. jungledrumsgallery.com

ESTERO

Aldo Castillo GalleryInternational Fine

Contemporary Art, 10800 Corkscrew Road, Suite #195, (312) 375-8887. Serving private collectors, museum collections and design professionals, the modern art gallery—founded in 1993 in Chicago and a former member of the Chicago Art Dealers Association (CADA)— has seven locations within the Miromar Design Center. aldocastillogallery.com

Art Council of Southwest Florida, 8074 Mediterranean Drive, 949-3073. This umbrella organization consists of more than 20 nonprofit art studios as members. artcouncilswf.com

COCO Art Gallery, 8074 Med iterranean Drive, 949-3073. Located in the Coconut Point Mall, COCO stocks paintings, photography, mixed media, sculpture, fused glass, jewelry, and woodwork—all created by members of the Arts Council of Southwest Florida. cocoartgallery.com

FORT MYERS

Artbeat Studios Gallery and Gifts, 1400 Colonial Blvd., Suite #35, 225-9770. Expect a variety of artworks and gifts, including paintings, metal, mixed media, furniture and fiber arts. artbeatstudios.org

Artsemble Underground Gallery and Art Lounge, 10051 McGregor Blvd., 3188560. Here, the walls are cov ered with inventive works from local artists, which you can catch in action during events like The Battle of the Arts. artsembleunderground.com

Arts for ACT Gallery, 2265 First St., 337-5050. Run by the Abuse Counseling and Treat ment (ACT) domestic violence shelter, the gallery carries gi clées, fine art, jewelry and clay to support ACT’s programs and services. artsforactgallery.com

Bob Rauschenberg Gallery, 8099 College Parkway, Florida Southwestern State College, Building L, 489-9313. On the Lee Campus of FSW, this was the Gallery of Fine Art before it was renamed to commemorate the school’s friendship with the namesake artist. The space hosts thought-provoking ex hibitions from internationally renowned artists. rauschenberggallery.com

DAAS CO-OP Art Gallery

& Gifts, 1815 Fowler St., Suite #3, 590-8645. The co-op hosts monthly artist receptions

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with more than 25 local artists and artisans. Patrons can find original artworks in different media, fine crafts and apparel. daascoop.com

Florida Gulf Coast University Art Galleries, 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., 590-7199. Since opening in 1998, the gal leries have curated exhibitions and events to promote con temporary art. Find work from students as well as working artists. fgcu.edu

Fort Myers Beach Art Association & Gallery, 3030 Shell Mound Blvd., 463-3909. This working gallery and vol unteer-run organization hosts classes, workshops and exhib its. fortmyersbeachart.com

Fort Myers Beach Friends of the Arts, P.O. Box 2836, 306-3501. The organization brings diverse performing, visual and culinary arts to the beachside community. fmbarts.org

Iona Art Gallery, 16681 McGregor Blvd., Suite #201, 2465876. See works by Kimberly B. Hambor, including photography and a vast assortment of gem stones and minerals from around the world. ionaartgallery.com

Looking Glass Art Gallery, 5240 Bank St., Suite #8, 2143595. The immersive art gallery hosts interactive exhibits for family fun. lookingglassfortmyers.com

Ollie Mack Gentry Photography Studio and Gallery, 2334 First St., 440-0061. The respected Fort Myers photographer’s gallery showcases his images of down town and includes a full-service photography studio. omgp.photography

Savvy Gallery and Boutique, 16450 S. Tamiami Trail, 265-1591. This space showcases various items created by local artists—including steampunk jewelry, artistic planters

and home decor. savvy.yahoosites.com

SH Modern, 214 Third St., 674-6607. Founded by Sallie Hirshberg, this space shows works ranging from old masters to contemporary artists. shmodernart.com

Stacie Krupa Art Gallery, 2150 W First St. Suite #2B, (305) 942-0614. A working art ist since age 12, Stacie recently opened a gallery to showcase her vibrant collection of beachand nature-inspired works. staciekrupa.com

The Union Artist Studios, 10051 McGregor Blvd., Suite 202, 980-1394. Eleven local artists with different styles and mediums fill the spaces in this collaborative complex. theunionstudios.com

MATLACHA

Island Visions, 4643 Pine Island Road, 282-0452. This gallery and gift shop sells eclec tic tropical art. islandvisions-timeless.com

Leoma Lovegrove Gallery and Gardens, 4637 Pine Island Road, 938-5655. The gallery exhibits vivid, colorful paint ings created by the renowned impressionist-expressionist painter. leomalovegrove.com

Traders Hitching Post, 4618 Pine Island Road, 283-4040. The oldest gallery on Matlacha and Pine Island has bought and sold Indigenous Southwestern jewelry and art for more than 40 years. tradershitchingpost.com

Wild Child Art Gallery, 4625 Pine Island Road, 283-6006. This spot showcases the work of contemporary artist Peggy McTeague, along with creations from 115 other Florida-based artists. wildchildartgallery.com

SANIBEL

Hirdie Girdie Art Gallery, 2490 Library Way, 395-0027.

The cooperative features paintings, tile art, photography, fused glass, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, and carved and turned wood. The space is open from October through April. hirdiegirdiegallery.com

Lacy McClary Studio & Gallery, 1171 Seagrape Lane, (918) 740-4972. Inspired by the tropical surroundings, the cottage is a working studio and features vibrant landscapes, wildlife paintings, and wooden boho art. lacymcclary.com

Rachel Pierce Art Gallery, 1571 Periwinkle Way, 2923327. The news anchor, now a full-time artist, creates vivid paintings of Florida’s under water creatures, which are also printed onto jewelry through a partnership with ÉVOCA TEUR. byrachelpierce.com

Sanibel Art and Frame, 630 Tarpon Bay Road, Unit #8, 395-1350. Shop from a selection of original artworks from local artists, including prints and photography—plus a selection of frames from around the world. sanibelartandframe.com

Tower Gallery, 751 Tarpon Bay Road, 472-4557. An artists’ cooperative—consisting of 23 artists in 2D and 3D mediums such as oil, acrylic, watercolor, photography, ceramic, wood, glass and metal—once served as the studio for Polly and Ikki Matsumoto. It was founded in 1982 and moved to its present location in 1994. towergallery.net

Three Crafty Ladies, 1628 Periwinkle Way, 472-2893. The island’s premier craft supply destination has a unique selection of tropical and batik fabrics, sewing notions, crossstitch patterns, plus scrap booking and craft supplies. threecraftyladies.com

Watson MacRae Gallery, 2340 Periwinkle Way, Suite G1, 472-3386. WMG has earned a reputation for continually offering high-quality, unique,

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contemporary works from regional and national artisans. Monthly exhibitions during the season keep the gallery fresh with exciting paintings, sculptures, ceramics and glass. watsonmacraegallery.com

CENTERS + ASSOCIATIONS

BONITA SPRINGS

Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs, 26100 Old 41 Road, 10150 Bonita Beach Road, 495-8989. Catering to kids and adults, CFABS offers various performing and visual arts programs, including multiple galleries, theaters, art festivals, classes and events. artsbonita.org

Southwest Florida Event Center, 11515 Bonita Beach Road, 245-9910. With a grand reopening in March after a twoyear hiatus, the 27,000-squarefoot venue offers performances by international artists, edu cational opportunities for kids

and banquet halls for weddings and other private events. facebook.com/swflec

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Hertz Arena, 11000 Ever blades Parkway, 948-7825. In addition to hosting Florida Everblades hockey, the venue offers a wide variety of choice entertainment with touring stars and shows throughout the season. hertzarena.com

FORT MYERS

Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., 939-2787. The nonprofit visual and perform ing arts center has been com mitted to transforming lives and improving the community through the arts since 1975. artinlee.org

Bower School of Music & the Arts at FGCU, Music Modular Building, 10501 FGCU Blvd. S., 590-7292. The universi ty’s music and arts hub hosts

exhibitions, concerts and performances. fgcu.edu

River District Alliance, 2310 First St., Suite #305, 321-7104. The member-based organi zation hosts free monthly Art Walks on the first Friday of the month on the historic streets of downtown Fort Myers, where local and regional artists demonstrate and sell their art work. explorefortmyers.com

Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point, 17281 On Par Blvd., 4155667. This visual and perform ing arts complex opened in 2021 in the Fort Myers’ retirement community, with a 400-seat performance hall, three art galleries and an outdoor sculp ture garden. tribbyartscenter.com

True Tours, 2200 First St., 945-0405. Select from a variety of historical walking and trolley tours throughout Fort Myers. truetours.net

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Vino’s Picasso, 15250 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite #109, 288-6953. The paint bar and art gallery hosts instructed classes, private parties and paint-athome experiences. vinospicasso.com

SANIBEL

BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road and 2244 Periwinkle Way, 395-0900. The performance venue provides an array of quality entertainment, arts and education programs. bigarts.org

MUSEUMS

CAPE CORAL

Cape Coral Museum of History, 544 Cultural Park Blvd., 772-7037. Operated by the city, expect to see local artifacts, documents and pho tographs. capecoralmuseum.org

FORT MYERS

Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium, 3450 Ortiz Ave., 275-3435. This 105-acre site is home to two nature trails, a planetarium theater, rescue animals, and butterfly and bird aviaries. calusanature.org

Edison and Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd., 334-7419. The more than 20-acre historical site includes the winter homes of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, a museum, botanical gardens and the National Historic Chemical Landmark laboratory. edisonford.org

IMAG History and Science Center, 2000 Cranford Ave., 243-0043. This nonprofit edu cation center offers interactive exhibits, an aquarium, a hur ricane simulator, history dis plays, live animal encounters and a 3D theater. theimag.org

Railroad Museum of South Florida, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, 267-1905. The railroad museum features model trains, railroad

artifacts and a locomotive simulator. rrmsf.org

PINE ISLAND

Museum of the Islands, 5728 Sesame Drive, 283-1525. The nonprofit, run entirely by volunteers, was established to document the island’s history through informative exhibits and community events. museumoftheislands.com

SANIBEL

Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum, 3075 Sanibel Captiva Road, 395-2233. As the only museum in the country devoted solely to shells and mollusks, its mission is to con nect people to the natural world through their love of shells and the animals that create them. shellmuseum.org

Sanibel Historical Museum and Village, 950 Dunlop Road, Suite #4017, 472-4648. Founded in 1984, the museum shares Sanibel’s history, from the Calusa and Spanish eras to early pioneers in the 1800s. The nine historic buildings were moved from their original sites and restored to their true states to create this adventure in time. sanibelmuseum.org

PERFORMING ARTS

BONITA SPRINGS

Curtain Call Studios, 15250 S. Tamiami Trail, 208-9138. The studio offers children per forming arts training, including singing, piano, acting and dance lessons. curtaincallstudios.com

Grand Piano Series, 28290 Beaumont Road, (646) 7348179. Classical pianist and chamber musician Milana Strezeva and photographer, pia nist and artist manager Raniero Tazzi aim to inspire people to discover classical piano music through performances and dis cussions. grandpianoseries.org

FORT MYERS

Acoustic Music Society

SWFL (Palmgrass), 10091 McGregor Blvd., 992-0580. The nonprofit presents live bluegrass and American roots acoustic music throughout Southwest Florida. palmgrass.org

Barbara B. Mann

Performing Arts Hall at Florida SouthWestern State College, 13350 FSW Parkway, 481-4849. The theater presents national touring Broadway shows, local opera performanc es, dance troupes and major concerts. bbmannpah.com

Choral Artistry, P.O. Box 07105, 560-5695. Under the artistic direction of conductor Dr. Trent R. Brown, the inde pendent arts organization and professional core community chorus seek to instill an appre ciation and passion for choral music. choralartistry.org

Florida Repertory Theatre, 2268 Bay St., 332-4488. Professional live theater performances take place in this historic theatre in downtown Fort Myers. The Wall Street Journal called Florida Rep “one of America’s top repertory companies.” floridarep.org

Fort Myers Symphonic Mastersingers, 6900 Daniels Parkway, Suite #29-193, 2882535. An 80-voice adult chorus performs masterworks and fine choral music throughout Southwest Florida. mastersingersfm.com

Gulf Coast Symphony, 6314 Corporate Court, Suite #100, 277-1700. Founded by music director Dr. Andrew Kurtz, the growing symphony orchestra is recognized for active communi ty engagement and commit ment to arts education. gulfcoastsymphony.org

Gulfshore Ballet, 5636 Youngquist Road, Suites #1 and #2, 590-6191. The nonprofit

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classical ballet school has an in ternationally acclaimed teaching faculty and offers students the opportunity to study with professional instructors of the highest caliber. gsballet.org

The Ranch Concert Hall & Saloon, 2158 Colonial Blvd., 985-9839. The event and concert venue offers weekly en tertainment and performances by prominent country artists. theranchfortmyers.com

Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, 2301 First St., 3331933. This historic building nurtures innovation in the arts via exhibitions, performanc es, lectures, education, and community outreach. The new Sidney’s Rooftop Sculpture Garden & Reception Area hosts a rotating sculpture exhibit, art receptions and weekly live music performances with 360-degree views of downtown. sbdac.com

Southwest Florida Sympho ny, 7500 College Parkway, Suite 200, 418-0996. With more than 70 world-class musicians on its roster, Lee County’s only entirely professional orchestra presents a series of master works and pops concerts at various venues. swflso.org

Spirit of the Gulf Chorus, 13500 Freshman Lane, (844) 704-7464. The all-women a cappella chorus, based in Fort Myers, performs through out Southwest Florida and promotes music education to women of all ages. spiritofthegulf.com

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Gulfshore Opera, 9911 Corkscrew Road, Suite #105, 529-3925. Southwest Florida’s regional opera company serves three counties and presents accessible, professional opera theater and diverse classical vo cal music concerts. It also runs the harmony choir after-school

program for at-risk youths. gulfshoreopera.org

THEATER

FORT MYERS

Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., 278-4422. The theater presents classics and new hit sensations. Expect national performers, dazzling sets and costumes, plus a live orchestra. broadwaypalm.com

Ghostbird Theatre Company, 2797 First St., Suite #305, 478-6610. Named one of the 10 best venues in Florida for live theater, it’s one of the only companies in the American South devoted to site-specific productions. ghostbirdtheatre company.org

Fort Myers Theatre, 16120 San Carlos Blvd., 323-6570. Newly opened in 2021, the 81-seat community theater is home to two performing

organizations presenting beloved plays and musicals. ftmyerstheatre.com

New Phoenix Theatre, 13211

McGregor Blvd., Suites #1 and #2, 284-5214. Led by a group of actors, directors and theater en thusiasts, the theater’s mission is to enlighten the community, celebrate diversity and inspire imagination. newphoenixthe atrefortmyers.org

Players Circle Theater, 16554

N Cleveland Ave., 800-3292. Founded by Robert Cacioppo and Carrie Lund, this nonprofit in North Fort Myers supports an ensemble of professionals and makes the arts affordable

and accessible for the commu nity. playerscircletheater.com

The Laboratory Theater of Florida, 1634 Woodford Ave., 218-0481. The nonprofit theater hosts live performances, educa tion programs, community out reach, experimentation and the development of ensemble work. The troupe focuses on tackling issues like representation, equality and LGBTQ+ rights. laboratorytheaterflorida.com

FILM

FORT MYERS BEACH

Fort Myers Beach Inter national Film Festival,

980-4381. The popular event draws attendees from all over the world to exchange ideas, make new contacts and enjoy compelling films that encom pass a wide range of tastes. fmbfilmfest.com

FORT MYERS

Fort Myers Film Festival, 2301 First St., 810-6323. One of the premier film festivals in the region, it brings international filmmakers, award-winning shorts, feature-length films and red-carpet events to various locations downtown. fortmyersfilmfestival.com

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ARTIS—NAPLES

58 33 Pelican Bay Blvd., Naples, FL 34108

Two for one admission to The Baker Museum.

Offer valid Nov. 1, 2022 through Jun. 30, 2023.

Information: 239-597-1111; artisnaples.org

CENTERS FOR THE ARTS

BONITA SPRINGS

10150 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs, FL 34134

Buy one, get one free tickets to live performances.

Offer valid Nov. 1, 2022 through Oct. 31, 2023. Advanced RSVP required, at least 2 hours prior to performance.

Information: 239-495-8989 or artcenterbonita.org

CHARLOTTE PLAYERS

Lan gdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte, FL 33953

Buy one, get one free to Rumors performance

Nov. 6 or 13, 2022 at 2 p.m., or Nov. 3-5 and 10 -12, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.

Information: 941-255-1022; charlotteplayers.org

ARTS FOR ACT GALLERY

2265 First St., Fort Myers, FL 33901

10% off the purchase of any one item.

Offer valid Nov. 1, 2022 through Oct. 31, 2023.

Information: artsforactgallery.com

THE CHARLOTTE CHORALE

Charlotte Performing Arts Center, 701 Carmalita St., Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Buy one adult ticket, get one free to any Charlotte Chorale concert. Not valid for Dallas Brass Benefit Concert.

Offer valid Nov. 1, 2022 through Oct. 31, 2023.

Information: 941-204-0033 or charlottechorale.com

CHARLOTTE PLAYERS

La ngdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte, FL 33953

Buy one, get one free to Belles Take The Big Easy performance

Jan. 15 or 22, 2023 at 2 p.m. or 12-14 and 18-21, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

Information: 941-255-1022; charlotteplayers.org

CHARLOTTE PLAYERS

Langdon Playhouse, 1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte, FL 33953

Buy one, get one free to Mornings at Seven performance

May 14 or 21, 2023 at 2 p.m. or 12-13 and 18-20 2023 at 7:30 p.m.

Information: 941-255-1022; charlotteplayers.org

THE ENGLISHMAN FINE ART

365 Fifth Ave. S., Suite #101, Naples, FL 34102

Recieve one complimentary glass of wine at Wine with the Masters. Thursday nights, 5-7 p.m. from Nov. 1, 2022 through Oct. 31, 2023.

Information: 239-649-8088 or theenglishmanusa.com

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Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

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FLORIDA REPERTORY THEATRE

2268 Bay St., Fort Myers, FL 33901

Buy one full-price ticket, get one free for the same performance date in Historic Arcade Theatre.

Offer valid Nov. 1, 2022 through Oct. 31, 2023. Call box office to redeem. Some restrictions apply.* *Offer based upon availability. NOT valid for preview perfor mances. Not valid for productions in ArtStage Studio Theater. Information: 239-332-4488 or floridarep.org

GULFSHORE BALLET

5636 Youngquist Road, Unit 1, Fort Myers, FL 33912

Receive one free Regular or Adult class with coupon.

Valid Nov. 1, 2022 through Oct. 31, 2023. For new students ONLY. Limit one free class per coupon. Send email to gulfshoreballet.org to redeem coupon.

Information: 239-590-6191 or gsballet.org

GULFSHORE OPERA

Buy one standard ticket, get one free to Songs of Ireland on Mar. 8, 2023 at 7 p.m. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33919. Use code GLIFE. Buy one standard ticket, get one free to Songs of Ireland on Mar. 14, 2023 at 7 p.m. Gulf Theater, 900 W Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, FL 33950. Use code GLIFE.

Buy one standard ticket, get one free to Songs of Ireland on Mar. 15, 2023 at 7 p.m. at St. Leo Parish Life Center, 28290 Beaumont Rd., Bonita Springs, FL 34134. Use code GLIFE. Information: 239-529-3925 or gulfshoreopera.org

PARADISE COASTMEN BARBERSHOP CHORUS

Pulte Center at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 625 111th Ave. N, Naples, FL 34108

Advance purchase tickets $20 ($25 at the door) to Happy Days are Hear Again concert performance Mar. 10, 2023 at 7 p.m. or Mar. 11, 2023 at 2 p.m.

Information: 239-352-6366 or paradisecoastmen.org

GRAND PIANO SERIES

Wang Opera Center, 2408 Linwood Ave., Naples, FL 34112

Receive 10% off. Use coupon code GL10OFF.

Valid at any regular performance from Nov. 1, 2022 through Oct. 31, 2023.

Information: grandpianoseries.org

GULFSHORE OPERA

Buy one, get one free to The Barber of Seville on Feb. 19, 2023 at 6 p.m.

Vineyard-Estero, 19691 Cypress View Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33967. Use code GLIFE.

Buy one, get one free to The Barber of Seville on Feb. 23, 2023 at 7 p.m.

Charlotte Performing Arts Center, 701 Carmalita St., Punta Gorda, FL 33950. Use code GLIFE.

Information: 239-529-3925 or gulfshoreopera.org

OPERA NAPLES

2408 Linwood Ave., Naples, FL 34112

Receive 10% off on tickets to Wang Opera Center performances.

Tickets must be purchased by phone at 239-963-9050, ext. 201, (not online) and individuals must state they are using an Arts Guide coupon.

Valid Nov. 1, 2022 through Oct. 31, 2023.

Information: 239-963-9050, ext. 201 or operanaples.org

TRIBBY ARTS CENTER

AT SHELL POINT

17281 On Par Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33908

Buy one, get one ticket to any same performance of Botanic Garden Theater Series Nov. 18, 2022 at 7 p.m. or Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. or 7 p.m.

Must call box office. Not available online.

Information: 239-415-5667 or tribbyartscenter.com

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Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

Remember, you must identify your self as a Gulfshore Life discount cou pon holder at the door or when pur chasing tickets. All tickets are subject to availability. Tickets are not re deemable for cash, food or drink and are valid only on the date of the per formance or visit, unless otherwise indicated on the front of the coupon.

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Ran Adler has made a name for himself in the region for his assemblage works that reflect on environmentalism and mindfulness. While Ran’s known for using foraged materials, like mahogany pods and seagrapes for his creative expression, he takes a different approach for his next local solo show, his first in about three years, at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Cen ter in Fort Myers. Entitled “Shhh... Quiet,” it is inspired by prayer: the centerpiece is 108 words stitched on thin, white linen—an inspiration for meditation and a nod to the Bud dhist rosary’s bead count. The show signals a continued push for SBDAC to elevate its pro gramming with established, thought-provoking talent and an opportunity for fans to see new works by the Naples artist.

Brian Tietz
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