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ARTISTIC EXPRESSIONS No matter where you look, Naples’ cultural treasures bloom and glow. By Chelle Koster Walton With myriad galleries, a robust performing arts scene, a worldclass art museum and festivals that celebrate everything from local artists to international film, Naples culturally blossoms under its near-constant sunshine. Each season brings new delights to the city’s marquee, as venues reimagine their offerings and elevate the seasonal calendar with fresh-off-the-vine shows and exhibitions. Making headlines this year, Sugden Community Theatre, home to The Naples Players, has launched a $15 million project to improve and expand its Fifth Avenue South home of 23 years, along with its programming.
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