COMPLIMENTARY VOLUME 13 / NUMBER 2 / SPRING 2011

Florida Air Museum

At SUN ’n FUN
Page 12

Imperial
Symphony Orchestra
Page 24

Haines City
Community Theatre
Page 33
 A Celebration ofWomen in Art
ANNIE LEIBOVITZ:
WOMEN
A national, traveling special photography exhibition in the Dorothy Jenkins & Emily S. Macey Galleries
April 2-June 26, 2011
Exhibition SponSorS
The Muses and Mrs. George W. Truitt and
PMoA’s Annual Exhibition Fund Sponsors

and

WOMEN’S VIEWS
From PMoA’s Permanent Collection
Perkins Gallery
February 5-May 21, 2011

Alice Neel, Olivia, 1980, silkscreen (detail)

Exhibition-related merchandise available in the Museum Shop

800 East Palmetto Street Lakeland, FL 863.688.7743 www.PolkMuseumofArt.org
Located on Lake Morton behind Lakeland Public Library. Hours: Tue. - Sat. 10am - 5pm; Sun. 1-5pm; Closed Mon.

Cultural Arts Council
Member Organizations:
Arts on the Park
The Bach Festival of Central Florida
Bartow Art Guild
Bok Tower Gardens
Citrus Lakes Chorus
Davenport School of the Arts
Explorations V Children’s Museum
The Florida Air Museum at Sun ’n Fun
Florida Dance Theatre
Florida Southern College
Frostproof Artist’s League & Gallery
Haines City Community Theatre, Inc.
Historical Lake Wales Society
Historical Society of Fort Meade
Imperial Symphony Orchestra
Lakeland Art Guild
Lakeland Choral Society
Lakeland Community Theatre
Lake Wales Arts Center
Lake Wales Little Theatre
Lois Cowles Harrison Center
For The Visual & Performing Arts
Platform ART
Polk County Historical Museum
Polk Museum of Art
Polk State College
Polk Theatre
Ramon Theater
Editor: Meri Mass
Ridge Art Association
Ridge Music Teachers Association
Ridge Woodcarvers Club
Rochelle School of the Arts
Southeastern University
Symphony Guild of Winter Haven
Theatre Winter Haven
The Lakeland Center
The Tuesday Music Club
Warner Southern College
For information on the Cultural Arts
Council please email Jennifer Beam at
Bok Tower Gardens, Polk Arts Council
Chair - jbeam@boktower.org.
Front Cover:
Tropical Runway - print by Sam Lyons.
Back Cover:
Left: The Sound of Music
at Theatre Winter Haven.
Photo by Pezzimenti Photography.
Bottom Right:
Florida State of the Arts License Plate.
Contents Volume 13 Number 2
SPRING 2011
Arts In Education........................................................ Pages 4-5
Arts On The Park.......................................................... Page 39
Bach Festival of Central Florida........................................ Page 28
Inside...
Bartow Art Guild........................................................... Page 8
Bok Tower Gardens....................................................... Page 17
Calendar of Events................................................... Pages 18-20
Cultural Arts Council Directory & Map................................. Page 15
Explorations V Children’s Museum..................................... Page 30
Fantasy of Flight.......................................................... Page 37
Florida Dance Theatre................................................... Page 11
Frostproof Art League..................................................... Page 9
Haines City Community Theatre........................................ Page 33
Harrison School For The Arts............................................ Page 25
Imperial Symphony Orchestra........................................... Page 24
Lakeland Community Theatre........................................... Page 22 Page 3 2010
Nurturing the
Lake Wales Arts Council.................................................. Page 32
Lake Wales Little Theatre............................................... Page 33
Platform Art............................................................... Page 10
Polk Arts Alliance.......................................................... Page 14
Polk Arts Alliance - Executive Director’s Message..................... Page 6
Polk County Historical Museum......................................... Page 26
The Symphony Guild of W
Polk County Tax Collector - Kids Tag Art............................... Page 31 a non-profit organization,
Polk Museum of Art....................................................... Page 29 twentieth season of “nurt
Polk Musuem of Art - Mayfaire Florida................................. Page 36 cal arts.”
Polk State College........................................................ Page 13
It is our mission to bring
Polk Theatre............................................................... Page 16 experience to as many cit
Ridge Art Association..................................................... Page 27 munity through a series o
Ridge Woodcarvers Club................................................. Page 23 activities during our perfo
Southeastern University.................................................. Page 34 Page 10 season.The Symphony Gu
Sun ’n Fun, Sam Lyons................................................... Page 21 student scholarship progr
Symphony Guild of Winter Haven....................................... Page 3
College, enabling qualifying
opportunity to continue t
The Lakeland Center..................................................... Page 35 Platform Art produces two unique cultural events each year called art parties. The the
pursuits.
are dynamic and edgy, and appeal Our
to a broad spectrum cultural
of individuals from youngtrad
adults t
ine R
Theatre Winter Haven..................................................... Page 7 through the 2010-2011 se
citizens. Each art party is held in a unique location, and showcases emerging talent in
fashion, sound and performance art. Platform Art parties have been held in warehous
Tuesday Music Club....................................................... Page 38 buildings, the local airport, a community college, historic museum and at church facili
to reach out to all segments of the community, providing a taste of all the arts in one e
Platform Art Party #17: We’re Not in Canvas Anymore takes place Saturday April 9, 201
the SunTrust Building at 210 South Florida Avenue in downtown Lakeland, offers Platfo
the beautiful Lakeland skyline.
Art Party #17 features the culmination of many months work on a Platform Art commu
with professional artist/educator Paula Allen, Lakeland Sister Cities, City of Lakeland, P
Prodigy Lakeland. The Mural, an artwork composed on four panels of handmade pape
To swing into our new sea
be unveiled at Platform Art Party #17, then presented to Lakeland Sister Cities to displ
A Publication of the Polk Arts Alliance part of a formal cultural exchange. This project serves as a model for expanded relatio
Over-55-Dance-Band wi
mural to benefit the Lakeland community. Visit us at www.platformart.org to learn m
in concert on Theatre Win
Executive Director, Polk Arts Alliance stage, on Tuesday, October
Page 17 you tap your feet in your
dance in the aisle, you will
galore listening to the big
favorites of the 30s, 40s an
evening will begin at 6:30
ber social and wine tasting
Association’s gallery, follow
by the concert at 7:30 pm
will receive complimentar
on the level of membersh
member tickets are $15 p
Page 29
Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of
Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council, The Central Florida Visitors Bureau
and the National Endowment for the Arts
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 from the desk of the
President
Friends,
Board of Directors
As we begin the spring season we are entering a great time for the arts in
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Polk County. At the same time, all of the arts organizations in general are
Mike LaPan
facing potentially difficult times.
MIKE LaPAN
President
First, I’m pleased to note the Polk Arts Alliance is poised for change and growth that will provide
MARTHA ROE BURKE stability and potential for years to come. The merging of the arts organization as the Cultural
Vice President Arts Council (formerly known as CAB) will be a stronger part of PAA providing a vibrant and
MANDY SANDERS community-wide arts agency that will become a recognized beacon for the arts in our community.
Co-Treasurer Our executive director, Meri Mass is committed towards developing the balance this “Chamber of
SUZETTE WELLING the Arts” needs to grow the reputation for the arts in Polk County while also providing the support
Co-Treasurer needed by our individual arts organization to grow and flourish. As the arts grow and our organiza-
tion grows stronger we will be better positioned to meet the second challenge head on; which is
CYNTHIA HAFFEY
Secretary the potential for significant reduction in support from almost all sources. The economic downturn
has had a significant negative impact on all of our arts organizations and now we are facing possible
JENNIFER BEAM catastrophic elimination of funding from national, city, and county governmental sources. A stronger
Cultural Art Council Chair
Arts Alliance along with a more informed and engaged committee is going to make it easier to meet
CINDY HARTLEY ROSS these challenges head on and develop the arts as a focal point for our community.
Past President
How can you help? Patronize the arts; check out a museum, take in the symphony, join and support
DIRECTORS one of our county’s many arts organizations, talk to your leaders and businesses in support of the
ROBERT CLANCEY arts. The Cultural Arts is the building block for our Quality of Life and community sustainability. We
DAN CLARK are celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Polk County, what would we look like or have to offer with-
KARL HESSER out our Cultural Art assets? Polk County is blessed to have a great collection of Arts opportunities,
LISA KAISER HICKEY historic heritage, architecture, venues and talent and it is up to us to keep them viable, on-going
LEN JORDAN and strong.
CINDY RODRIGUEZ
Mike LaPan
EX OFFICIO
BOB ENGLISH
County Commissioner
DR. SHERRIE NICKELL
Superintendent,
School Board of Polk County FOR I N F O R M AT I O N ON
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
MERI MASS

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 2010-2011 SEASON

Nurturing the Arts Holiday Concert

The Symphony Guild continues its holiday
The Symphony Guild of Winter Haven,
a non-profit organization, proudly enters its tradition of offering the spectacular
twentieth season of “nurturing the musi- “Holiday Concert!” The joy of the sea-
cal arts.” son will be upon us all as a program
It is our mission to bring the symphonic of classics and favorites will be offered.
experience to as many citizens in our com- Featuring the Imperial Symphony
munity through a series of concerts and Orchestra, the holiday concert is sched-
activities during our performance
uled for Monday, December 6, 2010 at 7:00
season.The Symphony Guild has established
student scholarship programs at Polk State pm at the Polk State College Fine Arts
College, enabling qualifying students the Theatre,Winter Haven Campus.Tickets
opportunity to continue their educational $15.00.Valet parking wil be provided.
pursuits. Our cultural tradition continues

ine Roses Champagne Shamrocks

through the 2010-2011 season.

To swing into our new season, the We will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with
Over-55-Dance-Band will be presented “Champagne & Shamrocks ” on Friday,
in concert on Theatre Winter Haven’s March 11, 2011 at 6:30 pm, with the
stage, on Tuesday, October 5, 2010.While Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.Winter
you tap your feet in your seat or dare to Haven will really be dressed in green as we
dance in the aisle, you will be entertained present our 17th annual fund raiser con-
galore listening to the big band dance cert. With free champagne at your table,
favorites of the 30s, 40s and 50s! This elegant hors d’oeuvres and delectable
desserts will be served to perfection! This
evening will begin at 6:30 pm with a mem-
event will be held at Nora Mayo Hall. Main
ber social and wine tasting in the Ridge Art Street Winter Haven will co-produce this
Association’s gallery, followed event.Tickets $100.00.

Young People’s Concert

by the concert at 7:30 pm. Guild members Valet parking wil be provided.
will receive complimentary tickets based
on the level of membership renewal. Non-
member tickets are $15 per person.

Concluding our season will be the “Young

People’s Concert” Sunday, May 1, 2011,
featuring the Harrison Arts Center
Symphony Orchestra presented as a free
community event to the public.We not
only salute the Harrison Center’s orches-
tra in performance, but also support the
educational opportunity it affords our
youth as a county-wide performing arts
high school. Concert time will be 3:00 pm
at Polk State College Fine Arts Theatre,
Winter Haven campus.

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 What’s New in the Arts!
Front Row L to R: Polly Kasprzak, Jane Pritchard,
Andrea Oliver, Cindy Alexander.
Back Row L to R: Jane Patton, Jim Malless, Joyce Otte,
Tom Freeman, Greg Sanoba, John DeYoung
Special Thanks to
Allen & Company
for their continued support and sponsorship!
Polk Arts Alliance
Hosts 4th Annual
CARP Awards Cindy Ross (outgoing President) and Mike LaPan
(Incoming President)
By Lauren Anderson
Members of the Polk Arts Alliance Board of Directors and Cultural Arts
Council gathered together on the evening of December 14th, 2010 to honor
volunteers within the community in the 4th Annual Community Arts Recogni-
tion Program (CARP) sponsored by Allen & Company. The Lakeland Center
buzzed with activity as guests anticipated the 6:00pm ceremony hosted by
the Lakeland Center to a wonderful reception, food and libations. Attendees
ranged from nonprofit representatives and their families to politicians, city
officials and dignitaries from around the county.
The Polk Arts Alliance awarded individuals whose nominators believed
them to embody a spirit of volunteerism and advocacy for the arts. Grate-
ful coworkers and community members recognized Cindy Alexander from the
Lake Wales Arts Council, Andrea Oliver-Clark from Southeastern University,
John DeYoung from the Bartow Adult Concert Band, Tom Freeman from Bok
Tower Gardens, Polly Kasprzak from Explorations V Children’s Museum, James
Malless from Arts on the Park, Joyce Otte from the Lake Wales Arts Center,
Jane Pritchard from Theatre Winter Haven, Cindy Ross from the Polk Arts Al-
liance, Jane Patton from the Polk Arts Alliance, and Gregory A. Sanoba from
Platform Art. The recipients took home ceramic artwork by local artist Randy
Glotfelty created specifically for the event.

Bianca Mairena, Aspire

Arts In Education
Photography Students Capture their
Creativity in Downtown Lakeland
By Lauren Anderson
Laura Moyano, elementary Visual Art Specialist and middle school Creative Photography
teacher at Rochelle School of the Arts, utilizes downtown Lakeland as a scenic backdrop to teach
young photography students about cultural changes and to help them develop their own unique
perspectives, connecting the past to the present through photography exercises while stimulating
discussion over the concepts of time, history, and culture. 
As Ms. Moyano reflects upon 18 years of teaching in Polk County, she remembers a time before mainstream digital media.  Prior to
working for Rochelle, Ms. Moyano served as Davenport School of the Arts’ first photography teacher; back then, her knowledge of
developing film in the mysterious darkroom led her to take on this position.  Today, the darkroom maintains its mystique and  as the
art of photography evolves and pushes forth, Ms. Moyano preserves tradition as she exposes students (sometimes for the first time)
to relics such as Polaroid film. 
Ms. Moyano and her students reach an underlying message that touches the essence of art and humanity, one that she incor-
porates into a living and organic philosophy.  She states, “beyond the concrete and technical aspects of art lies a deeper message
whereby creative minds realize, Art is a way to communicate.” She encourages students to consider the stories they wish to convey,
moods they wish to evoke, and how they desire others to receive these through photographs.  Ms. Moyano inspires and teaches her
students that ‘all is revolving as well as evolving.’  She elucidates her point downtown, when students must take contemporary pho-
tographs and convert them into antiquated ones using Photoshop’s darkroom technique.  Ms. Moyano explains that ‘culture becomes
a richer experience if you relate the now to the then.’  Certainly, technology changes with the years; yet, how artists feel when they
perceive the intricacies of the world persists through time, and their ultimate desire to communicate ‘and create’ remains true for
all.
The survival of the transcendent artistic experience depends upon community and family support for the arts in schools and at
home.  Yet, Ms. Moyano feels that with the advent of newer technology, children suffer estrangement from a hands-on discovery
of their inner creativity, because the home environment consists more of videogames than of vital tools such as paints, brushes,
sketchbooks, and scissors.  In fact, she explains that as little as 18 years ago, ‘children came to school with more experience and
confidence with something as elementary as cutting and gluing.’  Today, students’ lack of self-confidence manifests itself when
they consistently question Ms. Moyano about the validity of their work.  In the past, she says students ‘didn’t question, is it right or
wrong?’  The new generation of children may possess the ability to, as she states, ‘tell me how to do things on the computer,’ but
within their technical paradigm, insecurity with the production process hinders the full exploration and pleasure involved with delv-
ing into abstraction and the imagination.  In the classroom, Ms. Moyano finds herself on a quest to connect the technical with the
theoretical, the concrete with the sublime.
With gratitude for a burgeoning arts community, Ms. Moyano encourages families to spend more time in any of the county’s gal-
leries, museums, sculpture gardens, festivals, or parks.  She feels the community benefits when it nurtures young artists.  Support
allows children to grow to their full potentials as expressive, thoughtful, and contributing adults.
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 Arts In Education
Arts In Education

Alexis Haggins, Flower

New Year Brings New Hopes for
Kathleen High School Art Teacher
By Lauren Anderson
As Art Teacher Lesli Platt enjoys her 29th year in public education at Kathleen High School,
she reflects upon the experiences that influence her as a teacher, shares her hopes for the
expansion of the arts department, and discusses her wishes for her students’ futures. Ms.
Platt’s early discovery of her own exceptional talents connects her with her students as they
refine their skills. While Kathleen High School’s arts department grows, Ms. Platt hopes that her
students gather the fruits of their educations and seek out fulfilling and creative paths.
Ms. Platt remembers herself as “an artist as far back as four years old.” While only eleven,
she created her first oil paintings. Upon her sixteenth year, she instructed art to a group of

Chelsea Long, Flower

women in their forties. Ms. Platt currently dedicates her time and wisdom to Draw/Paint 1, 2,
3 and AP art students at Kathleen High School. Although her artistic influence spans cities in the
form of murals at Lake Gibson High School, Centennial Middle School, The First United Methodist
Church of Plant City, and several private homes, Ms. Platt humbly remarks, “I do not think of
myself as a muralist.” Rather, she considers herself a teacher first and foremost. She explains,
“I concentrate much of my free time working on example assignments.” Both Ms. Platt and her
students benefit as she seeks out new and fresh techniques to demonstrate.
Ms. Platt looks forward to the development of the visual arts department at Kathleen High
School. She feels grateful to work with Ceramics and Photography instructor Kathie McNichol; after ten years, the department
has grown enough to enjoy a second teacher. Kathleen High School currently offers two studio labs, a ceramics lab, and courses in
painting, drawing, and photography to its students. Alongside the school’s emergent visual arts department, students enjoy active
music, theater, and dance departments.
It has been proven that students in the arts demonstrate higher aptitude in general education courses and exemplify qualities
pertinent to their successes within the workforce. Ms. Platt further explains that “taking art has given students a work ethic
that future employers of any job choice will find desirable and invaluable.” Moreover, Ms. Platt expresses that the courses serve
to train students as “creative problem solvers and innovative thinkers,” as well as “self-motivated, driven, and high achieving”
individuals. More than equip young men and women to meet the challenges of a competitive economy, Ms. Platt suggests that
art also provides them with confidence, a positive self image, and poise. She expounds that “there is a level of self-reliance and
discipline in students enrolled in an arts program that guides them throughout their lives.”
Advocacy for the arts begins with students’ families and extends out into the corporate world. Parents may show their
support simply with their presence at exhibitions, recitals, concerts, etc. Ms. Platt states with eloquence and honesty, “the long
term benefits of arts programs goes far beyond enhancement of the school environment. Students in the arts have a more well
rounded and global view of society.” Movement toward a more conscious society may truly begin with a trip to a student art
exhibition or funds for a set of acrylics. While Ms. Platt shows her support as she shares her knowledge with students at Kathleen
High School, what small steps can you make to help ensure the survival of the arts in schools? 

Photography Teacher
Illuminates the Past to Inspire Students
By Lauren Anderson

Zac Morris, Landscapes

Christina Edmonds, Photography Arts teacher for Davenport School of the Arts,
immerses students in history so that they may come to understand the pioneers of
visual arts and thereby explore the origins of their own talents. Ms. Edmonds’
transformative classes allow students to realize and claim their artistic identities,
a feat that influences the children well into adulthood. Ms. Edmonds shows her
students that they, too, may use their creative potential to communicate their
personal thoughts and feelings. Her coalescence of history and technique in the
classroom equips her students with stronger senses of culture and confidence,
invaluable gifts that will serve them well into their adult lives.
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Ms. Edmonds feels that art history provides a basis for students to “connect with the world,
with the past, and with visual culture.” Young photographers touch upon the nature of the
human condition as they examine works dating as far back as the 1800’s. Her students discover
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that the artists of bygone eras communicate specific ideas and emotions in their creations; more
importantly, the children discover that they can relate to them. Ms. Edmonds encourages
students to connect with artists from the past through activities such as the homage, where
the class must emulate the style of a famous photographer. She explains with excitement that
“now they’ll see a work a work and say “that looks just like an Ansel Adams!’”
According to Ms. Edmonds’ research, “children decide whether or not they are artists
between the ages of 10 and 12.” She further explains that the children who believe they lack
the ability to create art usually shy from the activity even in adulthood. Ms. Edmonds strives to help students realize that they all
possess creative potential, even those who believe otherwise. Students who foster their creativity eventually come to understand
the intimate nature of visual art, whereby the creator depicts a message that connects him with the viewer “human to human,”
Ms. Edmonds explains.
Ms. Edmonds feels passionately that “our kids are our future, and we have to invest in them everything we’ve got.” Visual art
serves as one method for students to communicate the aspects of their lives they see as meaningful. Moreover, Ms. Edmonds explains
that the arts provide alternative methods for students to “express their understanding, think critically, and reach creative solutions.”
She advises families and teachers to “talk to your kids. Find out what is meaningful to them. Support them with enthusiasm!”

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 message from the
Executive Director
Spring is a very exciting time of the year
with so much to celebrate, so many
events to enjoy and experience. This
spring seems to be the anniversary year;
it is Polk County’s 150th Anniversary
year with ongoing events throughout the
year and many at the Historic Museum;
the Tigers 75thAnniversary in Lakeland,
downtown Historic Bartow’s 60th Bloomin’
Arts Festival weekend March 5th, includ-
Meri Mass ing PAA’s 5th Annual Race for the Arts on
Saturday; Theatre Winter Haven’s
Bright Star Performing Arts Competition for Youth performance on
March 25th; the 40th Annual Lake Wales Art Show March 26-27th
including the Student Exhibit and competition for Polk County
students; “Hog Wild Art Party” presented by the Bartow Perform-
ing Arts Series in downtown Bartow on March 26; Fantasy of
Flight’s 15th Anniversary; the 37th Annual Sun N’ Fun International
Fly- in weekend March 29th – April 3rd (the 2nd largest air show in
the world!) at Florida’s Official Aviation Museum & Education
Center; the month of April includes the return of The Child
Under the Sun Jazz Festival which is back and its bigger and
better! On Saturday, April 9 Platform Art Party unveils “We’re not
in Canvas Anymore” Mural Project that will then be presented to
Lakeland Sister Cities to be displayed publically until it travels to
Imabari, Japan as part of a formal cultural exchange (who knew?)

The PMoA Mayfaire-by-the-Lake in its 40th year will now

culminate to a weeklong festival that begins April 30th at Bok
Tower Gardens with a concert by the ISO, then to downtown
Winter Haven outdoor sculpture competition, with Mayfaire
through Mothers Day weekend, and oh did I mention the Annie
Leibovitz: WOMEN exhibit? This is just a sampling of events and
anniversaries this spring. Our spring issue of Art-i-facts is full of
events taking place all over Polk County, wherever you live there
is something going on right in your backyard. And “they” say
there is nothing to do in Polk County? Who is not reading
Art-i-facts or checking our calendar of events? Tell them, will you!

We are also in the process of creating a commercial showcasing

the Cultural Arts picture of Polk County that is our Quality of Life
thanks to Videographer Mike Maguire…Coming Soon! And most
exciting the Polk Arts Alliance has been selected by the Polk
County Advertising Federation to be the recipient of their annual
give back to the community project for this year and it is perfect Lake Wales Arts Center
timing. PAA and the Cultural Arts Council with the expertise of Michael Crews Gallery Open Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
the Ad fed will launch the inaugural Polk County “Heart of the
Arts Festival” that will take place the entire month of October! Local and National Fine Arts Exhibitions
This is in alliance with Americans for the Arts, National Arts and Updike Hall Live Concert Performance Series
Humanities month. The Ad Fed will be helping to create the logo, Lake Wales Chorale - Lake Wales Youth Chorale
marketing plan and advertising for the events to attract and brand
Polk County as the destination for Cultural Art Tourism (as we Summer ArtsCamp - Adult Art Classes - Lectures
always have been). As highlighted by TripAdvisor for 2011, Rental Space for Special Events
CulturalTourism is one of the top 4 travel forecasts this year and
we are poised to be the destination. We could not do this without
the help and generous contribution of the Advertising Federation,
Polk County will be the beneficiary and we Thank You! www.lakewalesartscouncil.org
1099 SR 60 East, Lake Wales, FL • (863) 676-8426

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 $65 Million What???
On December 21 of 2010, the troubled--and
$65 million dollar---Broadway musical “Spider-Man:
Turn Off the Dark” was plagued by its fourth ac-
cident since it began previews in November, when
an actor performing an aerial stunt fell about 30
feet. His harness snapped and shazaam! He was
hospitalized with serious back injuries. And this
was the fourth such mishap with a show still in
previews.
No one has since uttered the theatre good luck
mantra, “Break-a-leg.”
$65 million is the latest cost of bringing a popu-
lar movie series to the stage, proving no matter
what you spend, there’s no guarantee of safety
---or success, as you’ll see below. The world of live
entertainment is an expensive one, and save the
cost of Ringling Bros circus tours, the cost of seeing
something in “real time” often exceeds what the
Egyptians may have spent on the Great Pyramid,
even in today’s dollars.
Now, we know movie budgets can run in the
gazillions. “Spiderman 3”--the uncle to the stage
version--came in at $258 million while “Avatar”
trumped that at $280 million.
The three Johnny Depp “Pirates” sagas totaled
over $450 million, though when adjusted for infla-
tion the single American movie record is held by
Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton’s “Cleopatra” at
$300 million (1963)--and it was a box office bust.
Americans may take comfort that (adjusted for
inflation once again) the Soviet Union production
of “War and Peace” ran over $700 million (1967).
What it lost at the bottom line is undoubtedly
buried in the archives of the KGB. Small wonder
why the country still concentrates on pirouettes
and pointe shoes.
Still, taken together, the ultimate cost of live
shows, Broadway and otherwise, could help calm
the national debt. Let’s look at a few.
THE HIGH COST
OF GREASEPAINT
Frankenstein, 1981
The most expensive dramatic production to
come to Broadway in that decade, “Frankenstein”
lasted just one night at the Palace Theater.
Elaborate special effects and a ballooning budget
behind extensive scenery (and the huge crew
of stagehands to move it all around) made it
impossible for the production to withstand a
critical panning. Igor just couldn’t please critics.
Cost in today’s dollars: $26 million.
Cats, 1982
$5 million was its cost, so simply plug in $11
million if it opened in 2010. Cheap catnip by
comparison, considering it ran over 18 years.
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Phantom of the Opera, 1988
- the highest grossing show in history
Cost maybe $12 million (that’s $21 million
buckaroos today), but became the most successful
production on Broadway, having brought in more
than $690 million by 2009. The show’s success in-
ternationally is truly phenomenal, playing to more
than 80 million people in 124 cities and grossing
over $5 billion. That figure makes “The Phantom
of the Opera” the most successful entertainment
venture of all time. (Warning, trivia ahead: In the
movie version, the chandelier weighed 2.2 tons
and alone cost $1.3 million, and was provided by
Swarovski. It even had a stunt double for riskier
scenes!)
Cirque du Soleil-1994 (Las Vegas)
The show is an amazing achievement of human
acrobatics and machinery. One of the many Cirque
shows that combine circus, theatre, gymnastics,
and music with a hint of spiritualism in a magnetic-
-and extremely expensive---extravaganza. One of
their shows has been at Disney World forever. Origi-
nal cost? $210 million.
Sunset Boulevard, 1994
This one is so expensive that regional theatres
across America are reluctant to perform it. Despite
winning 7 Tony awards, including Best Musical,
Webber’s show lost money primarily because of
its running costs. At least two full stage sets that
require a basement and hydraulics come to life
(imagine watching your house rise, while from
below, comes a complete movie studio). The
audiences adored the story, but the running costs
were too high coining the term, “flop-hit.“ Two
years running and it still lost over $20 million.
The Lion King, 1997
Well, Disney is very tight-pawed about costs, so
no one knows the Broadway costs for certain. What
is known is how much the movie grossed. Are you
ready: $793,841,776--so far. The lion sleeps well
tonight.
Mamma Mia-2001-$10 million
The production has been seen by over 42
million and grossed $2 billion worldwide. It’s on
target to surpass PHANTOM. We shall see.
Wicked, 2002
Cost-$14 million smackers and needs $800,000
a week just to run. When the show opened in
London the year earlier, it broke the record for
one day sales--over $125,000!
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Dance of the Vampires, 2002
Based on Roman Polanski’s 1967 horror movie
spoof, ‘’The Fearless Vampire Killers,’’ and starring
the onetime ‘’Phantom of the Opera’’ star Michael
Crawford, ‘’Dance of the Vampires’’ tells the comic
story of a lusty vampire (Mr. Crawford) who chases
a vestal virgin across Lower Belabartokovich. A $12
million box office bloodsucker that lost its entire
investment.
The Little Mermaid, 2008
In two years grossed over $60 million and cost
(only) $15 million. However, it was swimming hard
against the tide, critical, that is. Here’s the NY Times
opening salvo: “Loved the shoes. Loathed the show.”
Didn’t matter though, little girls loved Ariel and the
shoes.
SOME OTHERS
This decade saw “The Jersey Boys, “ 2005-$8
million (still running), “Billy Elliot,” 2007-$20 million
(still running), “Shrek,” 2008-$25 million (lasted less
than a year) and “Lord of the Rings,” 2008-$25
million (London only & Toronto-never opened on
Broadway-maybe a lesson was learned?)
AND (are you ready….) THE MOST EXPENSIVE EVER
This dubious accolade is heaped upon a
production called “The House of Dancing Water”
in Macau, (Hong Kong) at about $250 million,
another in the long line of Cirque productions. With
five years of planning, two years of rehearsals and
258 automated fountains, it features the world’s
largest freshwater pool at 160’ in diameter and 26
feet deep! The show requires 130 staff to run,
auditioned over 7000 performers and cast 77 from
18 different countries. What is it about? Let me
quote from the September 2010 opening:
“The House of Dancing Water” is an epic
story that transcends time and space. The
show, set in an extraordinary Kingdom
where nature’s magic reigns, promises
to take audiences on an awe-inspiring
journey through the heights and depths of
human emotion; from the abyss of Sadness
and Anger, to the heights of Desire and the
summit of Joy, between the cliffs of Fear
and through to a glorious resolution where
Love triumphs over Hate and its sinister
forces.
Sounds like many marriages I know….
Norm Small
The TWH production of “The Sound of Music”
will cost around $40---thousand, that is.
Unless we have to fly the nuns.
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 Bartow will be “bloomin’” with artists, antique cars, quilts,
and flowers the weekend of March 5th and 6th. The annual
Bloomin’ Arts Festival will be held around the grounds of
the Polk County Historical Courthouse and up and down
the main streets of downtown. The artists will display their
works for sale and will be competing for the many prize
money awards. There is a student show as well. The Quilt
Show will be displayed inside the courthouse. Many will be
for sale.
Saturday the 5th is the car show with many classic and
antique cars lined up along Broadway Avenue. The
information booth is the location for artists information and
where one may buy a special “Bloomin’ Arts” t-shirt. This
year a tote bag has been created from the artwork especially
created for the show. The Bartow Art Guild has printed
notecards with members’ paintings and will be for sale also
at the information booth.
Dimensions Art Exhibit
The annual Dimensions Art Exhibit which features mem-
bers of the Bartow Art Guild will be held in the Historical
Polk County Courthouse during the months of March and
April. The theme for this year’s show is “Live, Love, and
Laugh Out Loud.” Artists participating in this exhibit are:
Jane Bryant, Amalia and Lara Fredericksen, Kim Peter, Kati
D’Amore, and Beverly Williams. A variety of artworks will
be on display featuring oils, watercolors, drawings, and
photography. The courthouse is open from Tuesday through
Saturday from 9-5 pm.
Art Guild Meetings
Meetings are held in the Adult Lounge at the Bartow Civic
Center starting at 7:00 pm. Guests are welcome.

Each year the Guild sells raffle tickets at the Festival for the
Scholarship Fundraiser. The winning ticket will receive a
beautiful painting donated by Bartow Art Guild President
Tara Milliken. The Guild will have a tent set up to sell the
raffle tickets. The fund will be awarded to a student artist in
May.
March 21-The program will be about Printmaking. Karen
De Michael will be the featured artist.
April 18-Al Kriston, sculptor, will give the program ex-
plaining his methods and materials used in his sculptures.
May 6th-Dinner and Officer installation.

Facebook and Website

The Guild has a website and a Facebook page where
information can be obtained and comments made. There is
a gallery of artists on the Facebook page. The address is:
www.bartowartguild.com and you can find the Facebook
link there.

Art Classes
Classes are taught at the Bartow Art Guild building at 1240 E. Main Street.

Tuesday Afternoon Thursday Morning

3-6 pm. Kappy Williams teaches
young art students ages 7-15.
Call 533-2600 for more information.
Ivy Monsees teaches a beginning oil class.
Tuesday Evening
6:30-8:30 pm. Beginning watercolor
with Kappy Williams. Call 533-2600
for more information or to register.
9:30 am-12 noon. Advanced waterclolor
class taught by Martha Post.
Wednesday Morning Call 533-2884 for information.
9:30 am-12 noon.
Call Ivy at 683-4466 for information. Thursday Afternoon
3-6 pm. Kappy Williams teaches
young artists 7-14. Phone
533-2600 for more information
Submitted by: Martha Post, Publicity – 533-2884

www.bartowartguild.com
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 Frostproof
AR T LEAGUE
- - : - -
January through May is always busy at
our Gallery. Besides displaying works by our
members, we also sponsor another special
show. As I write this, our Fine Arts show is
hanging for all to see.
February is the time for members who do
3-d art (weaving, sculpture), decorative paint-
ing and fabric art to display their projects.
This is always a fun show as we never know
what may be entered. Susan Aschenbrenner is
in charge this year.
March features 3 shows. The Frostproof
Photography club will have its annual photo
show. At the same time old and new quilts will
be displayed for everyone’s viewing pleasure.
No judging of quilts, just enjoyment of them.
Our Wearable Art show will be March 8
at 1:00 pm. The theme this year is Bubbles,
Baubles and me. Kay Hutzelman is the chair-
man. The cost is $15.00 and includes refresh-
ments. All outfits are decorated (some are
completely made) by our members.
April features our student art show. We are
still waiting for dates. There will be element
and High School art.
Every Tuesday is a drawing class for old
children and Thursday is children’s art.
These classes have an on-going display
at the Gallery.

CLASSES:
• Pat Bowen continues to teach acrylics and
oils every Monday morning and evening.
• Martha Neher teaches beginning beading
on Tuesday mornings.
• Tom Freeman will be teaching acrylics
in February. Call for dates and times.
Florida Fiduciary • Ceramics and Clay- we need more students
to offer these but teachers are now available.
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Dan Clark Recent elections were held and Mrs.
Martha Neher is the new President replacing
Investment Advisor
Judy Jackson. The Gallery Director is Marilyn
116 S. Tennessee Ave., Suite 110 Fuller. Congratulations to these hard-working
women.
Lakeland, FL 33801
For more information, call the Frostproof
www.floridafiduciary.com Art League and Gallery at 863-635-7271
863.688.0900 for more information regarding these events
888.483.9641 or classes.
863.688.0373 Fax

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Platform Art produces two unique cultural events each year called art parties. The themed events
are dynamic and edgy, and appeal to a broad spectrum of individuals from young adults through senior
citizens. Each art party is held in a unique location, and showcases emerging talent in visual art, film,
fashion, sound and performance art. Platform Art parties have been held in warehouses, empty office
buildings, the local airport, a community college, historic museum and at church facilities. These diverse locations allow Platform Art
to reach out to all segments of the community, providing a taste of all the arts in one evening for a modest admission fee.
Platform Art Party #17: We’re Not in Canvas Anymore takes place Saturday April 9, 2011 from 7-10pm. The venue, on the top floor of
the SunTrust Building at 210 South Florida Avenue in downtown Lakeland, offers Platform Art Party attendees a 360 degree view of
the beautiful Lakeland skyline.
Art Party #17 features the culmination of many months work on a Platform Art community project to create a mural in collaboration
with professional artist/educator Paula Allen, Lakeland Sister Cities, City of Lakeland, Parker St Ministries, St Joseph’s Academy and
Prodigy Lakeland. The Mural, an artwork composed on four panels of handmade paper that each measure four feet by four feet will
be unveiled at Platform Art Party #17, then presented to Lakeland Sister Cities to display publically until it travels to Imabari Japan as
part of a formal cultural exchange. This project serves as a model for expanded relationships with other Sister Cities and a permanent
mural to benefit the Lakeland community. Visit us at www.platformart.org to learn more.
 a t r e
Florida
ce T he
Dan
305 West Main • Lakeland, Florida 33815
863-802-0399 • floridadancetheatre@gmail.com
www.floridadancetheatre.org
Florida Dance Theatre’s Summer Intensive
& The Earl Mosely Institute of the Arts
Join Florida Dance Theatre for our
Two-week Summer Intensive June 13th – June 25th!!!
You are invited to audition for our Summer Dance (Ages 13 & above)
Intensive! Participate in an exciting, fun and rigorous info@EMIAdance.org
training program. Come explore various dance forms and
become educated on a variety of dance concepts and
history through seminars and workshops. Students will
have the opportunity to train with master teachers, FDT
Company dancers and perform original choreography in a
final performance held at the end of the session.
This program is designed for students ages 10-25 who
are committed to enhancing their dance training. The
program is geared to providing students with a chance
to explore a variety of dance techniques with Ballet as
a core component. A focus is also placed on educating
dancers about dance history, choreography, and main-
taining healthy lifestyles. Participants of the FDT Sum-
mer Intensive will gain the technique and experience
that will build their knowledge, strength and ability to • EMIA celebrates diversity: ethnic,
move forward in their future endeavors
Florida Dance Theatre strives to increase awareness
and appreciation of dance. We allow each student, re-
gardless of age, proficiency level, or aspiration, to ob-
tain the correct training and experience to enjoy dance. 
Students have the chance to experience the self enrich-
ing benefits of rigorous training, physical and mental
discipline and artistic expression all on a journey that
is enjoyable and fulfilling. We are dedicated to training
dancers, whether they intend to pursue a professional
career or simply want to enjoy the art of dance.
A housing plan is also available for senior division
students! Call now to receive additional information
(Video submissions are eligible). Register now to be eli-
gible for our early bird rate! Please contact us for any
additional information or questions
Audition Requirements:
• $10 Audition Fee
• Headshot
• Application
• Resumé of Training
• Video submissions will be accepted
(DEADLINE April 15th) No longer than 5
minutes including basic barre and center
adagio, allegro and pointe work if applicable.
MAIL TO: FDT, P.O. Box 831, Lakeland, FL 33802
For more information call (863) 802-0399
Audition Dates for
FLORIDA DANCE THEATRE & EMIA
LAKELAND
Florida Dance Theatre
Saturday, February 12
Junior Division 12:30 pm – 1:30 p.m. Ages 10 – 14
Senior Division 1:30 pm – 3:00 p.m. Ages 15 – 25
Please note: Age is used as a general guideline. Each
student will be evaluated and placed according to the
level best matched to their technique and maturity.
Bring Pointe Shoes.
Art-i-facts • A Publication of the Polk Arts Alliance
Rebecca “Becky” Yeager
was born in New York where she played
soccer, along with dancing, cartwheels
and beating up boys, in a little league
team her father coached. She then
followed her sister’s example and found
a passion for figure skating. On moving
to North Carolina, she found the Cary
Ballet and enrolled in a musical theatre
class, to aid with her skating. At age
10 she began ballet and found her new
passion. By age 11 she began training
at various summer intensive programs
including Central Pennsylvania Youth
ST. PETERSBURG
Gibbs High School/
Ballet, Charleston Ballet, Florida’s Harid
Pinellas County Center for the Arts Conservatory and Pacific NW Ballet in
Seattle. In high school she received
Friday March 18th
Earl Mosely Institute of the Arts private training with master teachers
(EMIA) and also won “Best Dancer” for her high
Summer Intensive July 10–August 6 school performance of “A Chorus Line.”
At age 17 she left home to train at the
North Carolina School of the Arts where
• EMIA’s stellar line-up of internation- she graduated in 2005. Her first profes-
ally-known residential artists pro- sional contract was at the Columbia City
vides students with the highest tech- Ballet in South Carolina. She wasn’t
nical training and personal support. happy. Having to match the other 25
Florida Dance Theatre Directors, corps members she couldn’t help but
Carol Erkes & Ferdinand De Jesus, feel like a machine. The weekly weigh
are part of the faculty. ins were also not a fun experience. It
was a great company but not for her.
• Students are encouraged to learn
She was looking for more freedom as a
from one another, creating a global
dancer, a world of more contemporary
community of dancers who have the
opportunity to experience and share ballet and modern styles. She did her
the traditions and the arts of many research and thought seriously about
cultures. Chicago until her mother discovered
Florida Dance Theatre. She and her
socio-economic, geographic, and mom drove to Lakeland to see what it
physical. was about. After meeting the directors,
“Carol & Freddie” she was ready to give
• Over 90% of its students receive par- it a chance. They shared the same inter-
tial or full scholarships. est and passion for dance as she had.
• EMIA seeks gender balance, averag- There was not a goal about weight or
ing 33% male dancers annually. being a clone. “ After the first week of
classes and rehearsals, I fell in love,”
• Students have represented over 16
states Ms. Yeager. “It was a wonderful
states and 11 foreign countries.
change from the classical grind I was
• The program consists of two two- used to.” After 3 seasons she knows she
week sessions held at The Marvel- made the right decision.
wood School, Kent, CT.
• Dancers take Technique classes in
ballet, modern, African, tap, hip-
hop, theatre jazz, composition and
Yoga. Special workshops are offered
by guest artists.
• Workshops are provided covering
wellness and nutrition, college prep,
the business of dance, theatre talks,
body conditioning and many more.
• During each session students re-
search the pioneers of dance in the
interdisciplinary program: Move-
ment That Lights the Soul presenting
their findings in a performance each
session.
• Students attend Repertory classes
and rehearsals for weekly perfor-
Photographer: James Kilby-kilbyphoto
mances for peers, families and the
community.
• Students are encouraged to partici-
pate in the two student choreogra-
phy concerts.
• EMIA provides free outdoor dance
concerts for the local community.
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 999 Avenue H, NE • Winter Haven, FL 33881 • 863-297-1000 • www.polk.edu

Each spring, Polk County residents look forward to the activities unique to the season—outdoor art shows, base-
ball training campus, boating, and the Back on Campus program offered on the Winter Haven campus of Polk State Col-
lege. Each March the Polk State College Foundation offers an afternoon lecture series on a variety of topics of interest to
the community in the Winter Haven Student Center. This year, the program will be held from Monday, March 7 through
Thursday, March 10. Each afternoon program features three different lecturers and begins with a 12:45 p.m. welcome by a
College administrator prior to the start of the first lecture at 1:00 p.m.

Lectures are one hour long with a 15-minute break between sessions. Tuition is free thanks to the generosity of
former Polk State College Humanities Professor Helene Schulz, who founded the program. A variety of topics will be
presented by Polk State College administrators, faculty, students, and community members. Topics covered this year are:
“An Enormous Crime:” a book review, “Muslims in America,” “The History of American Investing,” “ Goings-on in Win-
ter Haven,” “Architecture Then and Now,” “What’s Your Dosha, Baby?,” “Water Conservation,” “Stresses in Our Later
Life,” “The Over-55 Show Band,” and musical selections by the Polk State College music students. This series is open
to all ages, and participants may attend one or all of the programs. To register for the events,
please contact Sharon Bevis by phone at (863) 297-1050, or via e-mail at
sbevis@polk.edu.

Also planned this spring is the annual “Wise and Witty

Women and Many Magnificent Men” luncheon, which will
feature author and motivational speaker Karyn Buxman. Recip-
ient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association
of Applied Therapeutic Humor, Karyn provides insight on
the healing power of laughter to manage stress, illness, and
relationships. This event will be held on March 30 on the
Winter Haven campus and on March 31 on the Lakeland
campus. Tickets are $40 per person. For more informa-
tion, please contact Lynda McDuff by phone at (863)
297-1071, or via e-mail at Lmcduf@polk.edu.

The student production, “To Be Young, Gifted, and

Black” by Lorraine Hansberry, will be held
Tuesday, March 29 through Sunday, April
3. Performances start at 7:30 p.m. each
night except Sunday, which will have
a 2:30 p.m. matinee. Performances
will be held in the Winter Haven
Fine Arts Theatre. Tickets are $8
and may be purchased in the
box office one hour prior to
each performance. Polk
State College faculty,
staff, and students will
be admitted without
charge with an ID
card.

Karyn Buxman
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 The Drive Is On...
TO SUPPORT THE
ARTS IN FLORIDA
This year at renewal time, choose a Florida State of the Arts license plate
and help fund important programs in Polk County including
the visual arts, theatre, music and dance.
Already renewed your tag? Simply visit your local tag office, turn in your
current plate and receive your new one on the spot for a small handling fee.
Patrons of the arts tag may claim a $20 tax deduction for the charitable donation.
www.polkartsalliance.org SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!
Invest in Polk County’s Cultural Arts!

Join MEMBERSHIP FORM

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the Polk Arts Alliance!
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We are the Chamber for the arts. City:_ _________________________________________________________________

The mission of the Polk Arts Alliance is to cultivate an State:_ ______________________ Zip:______________________________________
environment in which all the arts flourish. The PAA will
accomplish this through coordination, promotion, advocacy, Phone:_________________________________________________________________
education and economic development. If you enjoy arts and
cultural activities and believe that they are important to our Email:_________________________________________________________________
quality of life in Polk County, please consider joining us as
a patron of the arts. The Polk Arts Alliance and our cultural To join, simply send this completed form indicating your membership level
(check box at left) along with a check made payable to:
arts community need your support.
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Bartow, FL 33831-0727
PAA Membership Levels: Non-Profit PAA THANK YOU FOR YOUR INVESTMENT IN THE ARTS!
q Diamond Patron $2,500 Membership Dues:
The Polk Arts Alliance is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. All memberships and
q Platinum Patron $1,000 (Based on Budget Size)
donations are tax deductible and enable the PAA to promote the cultural, historic
q Gold Patron $500 q Under $50,000 $35 and educational activities available in Polk County.
q Silver Patron $250
q $50,000-$99,999 $50
q Bronze Patron $125
q Family $60 q $100,000-$199,999 $100 INVEST IN THE CULTURAL ARTS!
q Individual $35 q $200,000-$499,999 $150
q Artist/Educator $30
863-804-0494 • Email: Director@PolkArtsAlliance.org
q Over $500,000 $200
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1 - BARTOW
Bartow Art Guild
P.O. Box 1644 • Bartow, FL 33831
863-534-1877 • www.bartowartguild.com
Joe Tedder Tax Collector’s
Office/KIDS Tag Art
430 E. Main Street, Bartow, FL 33830
863-899-8200
Polk Arts Alliance
P.O. Box 727 • Bartow, FL 33831
863-804-0494 • www.polkarts.org
director@polkartsalliance.org
Polk County Historical Museum
100 East Main Street • Bartow, FL 33830
863-534-4385 • www.polkcountymuseum.org
2 - DAVENPORT
Davenport School of the Arts
8 W. Palmetto St. • Davenport, FL 33837
863-421-3247 • www.davenportschoolofthearts.com
3 - FORT MEADE
Historical Society of Fort Meade
1 N. Tecumseh Ave. • P.O. Box 1021
Fort Meade, FL 33841
4 - FROSTPROOF
Frostproof Art League & Gallery
P.O. Box 654 • 12 E. Wall St. • Frostproof, FL 33843
863-635-7271
Ramon Theater
15 E. Wall St. • Frostproof, FL 33843
863-635-7222 • www.ramontheater.com
info@ramontheater.com
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5 - HAINES CITY
Haines City Community Theatre, Inc.
801 Ledwith Ave. • P.O. Box 1452
Haines City, FL 33845
863-421-1893 • www.hainescitytheatre.com
6 - LAKELAND
Arts On The Park
115 North Kentucky Ave. • Lakeland, FL 33801
863-680-2787 • www.artsontheparklakeland.org
Bach Festival of Central Florida
P.O. Box 2764 • Lakeland, FL 33806
863-299-2555 • 863-439-3055
www.bachfestivalofcentralflorida.org
Citrus Lakes Chorus
1413 Hammock Shade Dr. • Lakeland, FL 33809
863-815-9783 • www.citruslakeschorus.com
Explorations V Children’s Museum
109 N. Kentucky Ave. • Lakeland, FL 33801
863-687-3869 • www.explorationsv.com
Florida Air Museum at Sun ’n Fun
4175 Medulla Road • Lakeland, FL 33807
863-644-2431 • www.sun-n-fun.org
Florida Dance Theatre
305 W. Main St. • P.O. Box 831 • Lakeland, FL 33802
863-802-0399 • www.floridadancetheatre.org
Florida Southern College
111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr. • Lakeland, FL 33801
863-680-4117 • www.flsouthern.edu
Imperial Symphony Orchestra
P.O. Box 2623 • Lakeland, FL 33806
863-688-3743 • www.imperialsymphony.org
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PAA Cultural Arts Member Organizations
Lakeland Art Guild
P.O. Box 353 • Lakeland, FL 33802
863-646-8264 • www.lakelandartguild.org
The Lakeland Center
701 W. Lime Street • Lakeland, FL 33815
863-834-8111 • www.thelakelandcenter.com
Lakeland Choral Society, Inc.
P.O. Box 3157 • Lakeland, FL 33802
863-682-3305 • www.lakelandchoralsociety.org
Lakeland Community Theatre
Lake Mirror Theatre • 121 S. Lake Ave.
P.O. Box 2603 • Lakeland, FL 33806
863-603-7529
www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com
Lakeland Montessori
Middle School
P.O. Box 3528 • Lakeland, FL 33802
863-398-9569 • www.lakelandmontessorimiddle.com
Lois Cowles Harrison Center
For The Visual & Performing Arts
750 Hollingsworth Rd. • Lakeland, FL 33801
863-499-2855 • www.harrisonarts.com
Melvin Gallery (FSC)
863-680-4743
Platform ART
863-838-2262 • www.platformart.org
Polk Museum Of Art
800 East Palmetto Street • Lakeland, FL 33801
863-688-7743 •www.PolkMuseumofArt.org
Polk Theatre
139 S. Florida Avenue • Lakeland, FL 33801
863-682-7553 •www.polktheatre.org
Ridge Woodcarvers Club
330 Vail Drive, Winter Haven, FL 33804
www.ridgewoodcarversclub.org
Rochelle School of the Arts
1501 N. Martin L. King Ave. • Lakeland, FL 33805
http://schools.polk-fl.net/rochellearts/
Southeastern University
1000 Longfellow Blvd. • Lakeland, FL 33801-6034
863-667-5000 • www.seuniversity.edu
Providence
The Tuesday Music Club
P.O. Box 2524 • Lakeland, FL 33803
www.musicclublakeland.org
7 - LAKE WALES
Historical Lake Wales Society
325 S. Scenic Hwy. • Lake Wales, FL 33853
863-678-4209 • www.cityoflakewales.com
Bok Tower Gardens
1151 Tower Blvd. • Lake Wales, FL 33853
863-676-1408 • www.boktowergardens.org
Lake Wales Arts Council
1099 S.R. 60 E. • P.O. Box 608 • Lake Wales, FL 33859
863-676-8426 • www.lakewalesartscouncil.org
Lake Wales Little Theatre
411 N. Third St. • P.O. Box 3428
Lake Wales, FL 33859-3428
863-676-1266 • lwlt.org
Ridge Music Teachers Association
42 Hickory Hammock Rd. • Lake Wales, FL 33859
863-676-9791 • chrisnote2@aol.com
Warner Southern College
13895 Hwy. 27 • Lake Wales, FL 33859
863-638-7225 • www.warner.edu
8 - POLK CITY
Fantasy of Flight
1400 Broadway Blvd., S.E., Polk City, FL 33868
863-984-3500 • www.fantasyofflight.com
9 - WINTER HAVEN
Champions Church Center
for the Performing Arts
1801 Havendale Blvd., Winter Haven, FL 33881
863-294-3581 • www.godschmpions.com
Polk State College
999 Avenue H, NE, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Cultural Events: 863-297-1050 • www.polk.edu
Ridge Art Association
210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., SW • Winter Haven, FL 33880
863-291-5661 • www.ridgeart.org
Symphony Guild of Winter Haven
P.O. Box 7721 • Winter Haven, FL 33883
863-293-5214 • Fax: 863-293-4962

2 Poinciana Theatre Winter Haven

210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., SW • Winter Haven, FL 33880
Kathleen 863-294-7469 • www.theatrewinterhaven.com
Gibsonia
Lake Alfred 5 Haines City

Auburndale 92
Inwood Winter Haven
6 Lakeland
Winston 570 9 Dundee

Medulla Highland
City
Eagle
Lake
Waverly
Alt.
Are You Missing?
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Oak
We are creating a new Arts Map and
Mulberry
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1 Bartow
Fedhaven the map” or information is incorrect,
Crooked Nalcrest please contact Polk Arts Alliance
Lake Park director@polkartsalliance.org
Babson
Park Indian Lake
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 POLK THEATRE
The Historic Polk Theatre continues one of the most ex-
citing Performing Arts Series ever offered. In the Mood,
Sunday, March 20, 2011 @ 4 PM. Tickets $35, $25
& $15. Have you heard the music that moved the na-
tion’s Spirit? In the Mood is the 1940’s Big Band The-
atrical Swing Dance Revue.” It’s the music of Glenn
Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman,
Harry James, Erskine Hawkins, The Andrew Sisters,
Frank Sinatra and other greats of the 40’s. Featuring
the company of 22 including the In the Mood Singers
and Dancers with the sensational string of Pearls Big
Band Orchestra. This is as authentic as it gets. In the
Mood takes a retro look at the life and times of Ameri-
ca’s greatest generation. Come immerse yourself in the
swing, rhythm, jazzy, brassy, sentimental and romantic
music of this important era. The last show in the series
is in no way the least significant. Smokey Robinson,
Tuesday, April 12, 2011 @ 7:30 PM. Tickets $60, $45
& $35. Come listen to his incredible roster of hits he
had with The Miracles and as a solo performer includ-
ing; “The Tears of a Clown,” “Crusin’” and “Being with
you.” Don’t miss this stalwart of the soul genre – Mo-
town in particular – in concert. Also this season we are
offering a number of stand alone shows including the
incredible Natalie Cole, Thursday, March 24, 2011
@ 7:30 PM. Tickets: $50, $40, $30, $20 and upper
balcony. Join Natalie for an “Unforgettable” show. The
unique style and sound of this five-time Grammy Award-
Winner will captivate you as she takes you down the
road of her career through music and memories. You will
see why she is considered a living legend and has en-
joyed an incredibly successful career like her father, Nat
King Cole, before her. Last is The Young Rascals and
Polk Theatre, Inc.
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The Lovin’ Spoonful, Tuesday, April 5, 2011 @ 7:30
PM. Tickets $32, $25 & $20. With all the original band
members and lead singers! Listen to the Rascals sing
“In the Midnight Hour,” “Groovin’,” “I’ve Been Lonely
Too Long,” “A Beautiful Morning and People Got to
be Free.” The Lovin’ Spoonful sings, “Do You Believe
in Magic,” “You Didn’t Have to Be So Nice,” “Day-
Dream,” “Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind,”
“Summer in the City” and “Nashville Cats.” Come and
see the last in our Children’s Series, The Lion, The
Witch and the Wardrobe, Saturday, April 23, 2011
@ 2 & 4. Children FREE, adults $4. In World War II,
the four Pevensie children: Peter, Susan, Edmund and
Lucy are evacuated from London to the country house
of an eccentric old professor. There, bored and restless,
first Lucy and Edmund, then all four of the kids, make
their way through an attic wardrobe in Narnia, a magical
land of mythical creatures and talking animals. But Nar-
nia is not perfect. It’s always winter and never Christ-
mas since the White Witch began her rule. There are
evil creatures as well as good and a traitor in their midst.
Only the return of Aslan can bring victory in the coming
battle to wind spring and freedom back to Narnia. First
of the C. S. Lewis novels, Chronicles of Narnia.
Keep your eye out for some other special events such
as, silent films with great organists accompanying,
Live Karaoke, movie premiers, classic film festival and
of course our fabulous, first run independent films.
Check us out at www.polktheatre.org and Facebook
and Twitter. Purchase tickets online or by calling
863.682.7553. See you at the Polk!!!
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NOW SHOWING
Jan. 4-Feb. 28: Exhibit “Old Time Tool Time.”
Polk County Historical Museum, Bartow. FREE.
863-534-4386.
Feb. 18-Mar. 18: Sam Romero & Gil Rocha: We
Are Not Related. Opening Reception Feb. 18, 7pm.
Melvin Gallery, Florida Southern College, Lakeland.
863-680-4743.
Feb. 28-Mar. 18: Faculty Exhibit. Mon.-Fri.
10am-2pm. FREE. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.
Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
Through Mar. 26: Retrospect and Restoration:
Paintings by Humberto Calzada. Polk Museum of
Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.
Through Mar. 26: The Big Picture. Polk Museum
of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.
Through Apr. 10: Student Exhibition:
12th Congressional District Competition.
Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.
Through Apr. 17: Heavy Metal. Polk Museum of
Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.
Through May 22: Women’s Views. Polk Museum
of Art, Lakeland. 863-688-7743.
Through March 2012: 11th Annual Florida
Outdoor Sculputre Competition. In Central
Park Area of Downtown Winter Haven.
MARCH
March: Kathleen Madigan. Date TBD. Historic
Polk Theatre, Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
Mar 1 thru Mar. 29: Advanced Watercolors
(adults) with Jan Fetters, Session III. Tuesdays,
9am – 12noon. $125 non-members, $100 members.
Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Mar. 1-31: Members Gallery: Student Art,
Resurrection Catholic School. Arts On The Park,
Lakeland. 863-680-2787.
Mar. 1: An Evening with The Oak Ridge Boys.
Youkey Theatre, 7:30pm, $65, $39. Lakeland Center,
800-745-3000.
Mar.1-31: Allen Rokach Digital Photography
Exhibit. 9am-5pm daily. Included with general
admission. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Mar. 2 thru Mar. 30: Beginning Drawing (ages 15
and up) with Ann R. Moore, Session III. Wednes-
days, 3pm-5pm. $125 non-members, $100 members.
Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Mar. 2: RAW TV. Bolin Studio, 7pm & 9pm.
Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Mar. 2-3: Disney Live presents Mickey’s Magic
Show. 6:30pm. Youkey Theatre. Lakeland Center,
800-745-3000.
Mar. 2-5: FHSAA Boys Basketball Finals.
Jenkins Arena, for more information: www.fhsaa.org.
Lakeland Center.
Mar. 3-6: Swing. Presented by the Lakeland
Community Theatre. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm.
Tickets: $20 Adults, $15 Students with ID and $10 for
18 & Under. Performances at the Historic Polk Theatre,
Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
Mar. 4: Vote for People’s Choice Award. Arts On
The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.
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Mar. 5: Exhibit “Dimensions 2011: Bartow Art
Guild.” Polk County Historical Museum, Bartow.
FREE. 863-534-4386.
Mar. 5: Easter Cantata presented by King’s Trail
Christian Church. Ramon Theater, 15 E. Wall Street,
Frostproof. FREE admission. 7 PM. For additional
information please contact 863-635-7222 or visit
www.ramontheater.com
Mar. 5: Applause Talent Dance Competition.
Youkey Theatre, 8:30am. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8100.
Mar. 5: LRMC presents Cookin’ Men.
Sikes Hall. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.
Mar. 5: Student Reception: Creative Youth:
12th Congressional District Competition.
Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 11am. Free admission.
863-688-5423.
Mar. 5: Family Fun Workshop: Make It New!
Sculptures. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland.
10:30am-noon. Free admission. 863-688-5423.
Mar. 6: Mardi Gras Nationals. Jenkins Arena,
10:30am-5:30pm. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8100.
Mar. 7-10: Back On Campus. Mon.-Thurs. 1-5pm.
Winter Haven Student Center Room 126. Polk State
College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
Mar. 7 thru Mar. 28: Acrylics and Oils (all levels)
with Lois Kimball, Session III. Mondays, 9am-12
noon. $125 non-members, $100 members. Lake Wales
Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Mar. 7: Harlem Globetrotters. Jenkins Arena, 7pm.
Lakeland Center, 800-745-3000.
Mar. 8: The Sweetest Sounds Featuring All Saints
Academy Strings. Tuesday Music Club, Lakeland.
863-701-2813.
Mar. 10: Frank Sinatra Jr. Sinatra Sings Sinatra.
Youkey Theatre, 2:30pm & 7:30pm. Tickets: $40, $65,
$125. Lakeland Center, 800-745-3000.
Mar. 11-13: Prime Time Dance Competition.
Youkey Theatre. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8100.
Mar. 12: The Repeatles – Ramon Theater 2nd
Annual Music Series. 7 PM. 15 E. Wall Street, Frost-
proof. The Repeatles perform 50’s & 60’s tunes by the
likes of Buddy Holly, Elvis, The Everly Brothers, The
Rolling Stones and The Beatles. A near sellout last year.
Cost - $15 if purchased prior to March 12 or $20 at the
door. Purchase online at www.ramontheater.com or call
863-635-7222.
Mar. 12: Annual Art of Woodcarving Show &
Competition. 9am-4pm. $4 per person, kids under
12 & Scouts in uniform FREE. First Presbyterian
Church, 175 Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland.
www.ridgewoodcarversclub.org.
Mar. 12: Paint the Town Red! Gala Elegant “red-tie
optional” fund-raiser, including buffet, silent auction,
and music and dancing to the music of The Tams,
featuring Little Red. 7pm. $150 and $100. Lake Wales
Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Mar. 13: Gould Piano Trio with Robert Plane,
clarinet. Brahms, Bartok and Schubert chamber works
performed by internationally recognized British musi-
cians. Special Sunday matinee: 2pm. $25 non-members,
$20 members, $5 students. Updike Hall, Lake Wales
Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Mar. 13: Polk Senior Games. Jenkins Arena, 1pm,
free parking. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8100.
Art-i-facts • SPRING 2011
Mar. 14-18: Spring Break Art Camp for Children.
Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 9am-4:30pm. Fee for
the week. Registration Required. 863-688-5423.
Mar. 14-18: Spring Break Camp. Explorations V.
K-6th Grade. Half day and full day pricing available.
Lakeland. 863-687-3869.
Mar. 14-18: Lakeland Community Theatre
Camp. Historic Polk Theatre, Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
Mar. 15: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming
Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of Donizetti’s Lucia di
Lammermoor. 1:30pm & 7pm. $5.00. Lake Wales Arts
Center. 863-676-8426.
Mar. 15-16: Stage Read “The Who’s Tommy.”
Mainstage. Theatre Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.
Mar. 16: RAW TV. Bolin Studio, 7pm & 9pm.
Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Mar. 17: “The Wizard of Oz.” Youkey Theatre,
7:30pm. Lakeland Center, 800-745-3000.
Mar. 17: St. Patrick’s Day Carillon Concerts.
1pm & 3pm. Included with general admission.
Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org;
863-676-1408.
Mar. 17-19: Original Sewing & Quilt Expo.
Exhibit Hall & Sikes Hall Conference Center,
8am-5:30pm, $10, for more information
www.sewingexpo.com. Lakeland Center.
Mar. 18: Chamber Music Concert. Bush Chapel,
7:30pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Mar. 18: View & Review: Critiquing Emerging
Artists. 6-830pm. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland.
Guest critic: Adam Justice, Curator of Art. $15 for
artists, $5 for audience. Cash bar. Artists must
pre-register. Free admission. 863-688-5423.
Mar. 18: Unpland Improv TV. Bolin Studio, 6pm &
9pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Mar. 18: Moonlight Carillon Concert. 7:30pm.
Half-price admission after 5pm. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Mar. 18-19: Receiving for Photography, Jewelry
and Pottery Show. 11am-4pm. Arts On The Park,
Lakeland. 863-680-2787.
Mar. 18-20: Star Systems. Youkey Theatre, (18)
3pm, (19-20) 8am. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.
Mar. 18-20: Bach Festival Weekend of Baroque
Opera & Instrumental Music. Fri., 7:30pm -
First Presbyterian Church of Winter Haven. Dido &
Aeneas Sat., 7:30pm - Lake Wales Arts Center.
Sun., 4pm - All Saints Episcopal Church of Lakeland.
info@bachfestivalofcentralflorida.org
Mar. 19: Family Fun Workshop: Make It New!
Sculptures. Winter Haven Public Library.
10:30am-noon. Free admission. 863-688-5423.
Mar. 19: 180 Film Festival. Bush Chapel, 1pm.
Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Mar. 19: Creative Studies Series. Topic:
“Lightning Rod or Enlightenment: Society’s Reaction
to Sexual Orientation.” Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland.
5-7:30pm. $12 members, $15 non-members.
863-688-5423.
Mar. 19: Florida Southern College Opera
Theatre & The Bach Festival of Central Florida:
Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas. Two outstanding musi-
cal ensembles join to present Purcell’s 1688
masterpiece. 7:30pm. $15.00. Updike Hall, Lake Wales
Arts Center. For more information, please call
863-676-8426.
Mar. 19: Live at the Gardens! Concert Series:
Juniper. 7:30pm. Additional ticket required;
reservations recommended. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Mar. 19: A2J Bluegrass & Dixie Bluegrass
Express. Ramon Theater 2nd Annual Music Series.
7 PM. 15 E. Wall Street, Frostproof. They perform a
full range of hard driving, fast picking bluegrass with a
great blend of harmonies. Cost - $15 if purchased prior
to March 19 or $20 at the door. Purchase online at
www.ramontheater.com or call 863-635-7222.
Mar. 19-20: Lakeland VW Classic. South Parking
Lot, 9am-5pm, $5 plus 1 can of food, Parking fee for
event is $2. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8100.
Mar. 19 & 20: The Central Park Art Festival.
Downtown Winter Haven. Ridge Art Association.
863-291-5661.
Mar. 20: In The Mood. Historic Polk Theatre,
Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
Mar. 20-21: Auditions for “The Sword And The
Stone.” Academy Touring Show. Theatre Winter
Haven. 863-299-2672.
Mar. 22: Sacred Spaces Concert. First United
Methodist Church, 7:30pm. www.imperialsymphony.org.
Mar. 24: Natalie Cole. Historic Polk Theatre,
Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
Mar. 24: St. Johns River City Band: Satin
Swing. Jazz, big band swing and Dixieland from one
of Florida’s premier music ensembles. 7:30pm. $25
non-members, $20 members, $5 students. Updike Hall,
Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Mar. 25: Awards Reception. 5-7pm. Arts On The
Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.
Mar. 25: The Brightest Star Competition. Talent
competition presented by TWH Academy. Mainstage.
Theatre Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.
Mar. 25-26: Soul Food. Bolin Studio, Fri. & Sat.
7:30pm, Sat. 2:30pm. Southeastern University,
Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Mar. 25-27: Starpower National Talent
Competition. Youkey Theatre, (25) 5pm, (26-27)
8am. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8100.
Mar. 25-27: “The Miracle Worker.” by William
Gibson. Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm; Sun. 2pm. Lake Wales
Little Theatre. Ticket Order Line 863-679-8587.
Mar. 25-Apri. 8: Senior Studio Show. Opening
Reception Mar. 25, 7pm. Melvin Gallery, Florida
Southern College, Lakeland. 863-680-4743.
Mar. 25-26 & Apr. 2: Frostproof’s Got Talent.
Sponsored by Rotary Club. Ramon Theater, 15 E. Wall
Street, Frostproof. 7 PM each night. Three events of
Amateur Musical Talent competing for cash prize.
Finals on April 2. This is a wonderful showcase for
area talent. Cost to attend – Adults $10 per show or $25
for all three shows; Age 12 and under $5 per show or
$10 for all three shows. Talent contestants may contact
stacy.hackworth@ferguson.com or call her at
853-635-8340 for additional information and
application. Websites:www.ramontheater.com &
www.frostproofevents.com
Mar. 26: Special Performance Series - Anthony
Kearns. Sat. 7:30pm. Sold Out. Winter Haven Fine
Arts Gallery. Polk State College, Winter Haven.
863-297-1050.
Mar. 26: Night at the Museum Gala. For adults.
7pm. Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland.
863-687-3869.
Mar. 26: “Hog Wild.” A party event on the Bartow
Perfrming Arts Series presented by Platform Art.
7:30-10:30pm. Polk County Historical Museum,
Bartow. 863-533-7125.
Mar. 26-27: Citizens Bank & Trust 40th Annual
Lake Wales Art Show. More than 120 artists exhibit
their works in painting, photography, sculpture, mixed
media, and jewelry. On the shores of Lake Wailes.
10am-5pm. For information call the Lake Wales Arts
Council, 863-676-8426.
Mar. 26-Apr. 17: 40th Annual Lake Wales Student
Art Show. Michael Crews Gallery. Lake Wales Arts
Center. Awards Sunday afternoon, Apr 17.
863-676-8426. FREE.
Mar. 26-27: 2011 Florida State Gymnastics
Championships. Jenkins Arena, 8am both days.
Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.
Mar. 26-27: Buckler’s Art & Craft Fair. Exhibit
Hall, (26) 10am-5pm, (27) 10am-4pm, $6, $1 Children
4-12, Admission is good both days with a hand stamp,
free parking. Lakeland Center, 863-834-8115.
Mar. 27: TMC Scholarship Auditions. 3pm
in the clubhouse. Tuesday Music Club, Lakeland.
863-701-2813.
Mar. 27: Music at Pinewood Concert Series
with Eugene Flemm & Edward Dixon. 4:30pm.
Additional ticket required; reservations required.
Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org;
863-676-1408.
Mar. 29-Apr. 3: “To Be Young, Gifted and
Black.” Tues.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2:30pm. Tickets $8.
Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College,
Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
Mar. 29-Apr. 3: International Fly-In & Expo.
Florida Air Museum at the SUN ’n FUN, Lakeland.
863-644-2431.
Mar. 29-Apr. 3: The Florida Air Museum Authors
Corner & Speakers Series. At the SUN ’n FUN
International Fly-In & Expo. SUN ’n FUN campus,
Lakeland Linder Regional Airport, Lakeland.
www.sun-n-fun.org.
Mar. 29: An Evening with Marvin Hamlisch.
Youkey Theatre, 2:30pm & 7:30pm. Tickets: $40, $65,
$125. Lakeland Center, 800-745-3000.
Mar. 30: Wise & Witty Women. Wed. 12-2pm.
Winter Haven Student Center Room 126. Polk State
College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
APRIL
Apr. 1: Vote for People’s Choice. Open until 9pm.
Arts On The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-7743.
Apr. 1: Exhibition Reception: Annie Leibovitz:
Women. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 6-7:30pm.
Free for members, $15 for non-members.
863-688-5423.
Apr. 1-3 & 8-10: “As You Like It.” Weekends only.
Harrison School for the Arts. www.harrisonarts.com
for tickets and performance info.
Apr. 1-3: “Othello.” Polk Theatre. Fri. & Sat.
7:30pm, Sat. & Sun. 2:30pm. Southeastern University,
Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Apr. 1-3: “The Miracle Worker.” by William
Gibson. Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm; Sun. 2pm. Lake Wales
Little Theatre. Ticket Order Line 863-679-8587.
Apr. 2-Jun. 25: Annie Leibovitz: Women. Special
exhibition fees apply. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland.
863-688-7743.
Apr. 2: Family Fun Workshop: Magazine and
Photo Collages. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland.
10:30am-noon. Free admission. 863-688-5423.
Apr. 2-May 26: Alice Hansen “Florida Wildlife
& Surroundings” Art Exhibit. 9am-5pm daily.
Included with general admission. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Art-i-facts • A Publication of the Polk Arts Alliance
Apr. 3-4: Auditions for “The Secret Garden.”
Academy Production. Theatre Winter Haven.
863-299-2672.
Apr. 4: Piano Trio. First Presbyterian Church,
7:30pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland.
863-667-5119.
Apr. 4-22: Student Art Competition. Mon.-Fri.
10am-2pm. FREE. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.
Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
Apr. 5: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming
Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of Rossini’s comedy
Le Comte Ory (Count Ory). 1:30pm & 7pm. $5.00.
Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Apr. 5: The Young Rascals/The Lovin’ Spoonful.
Historic Polk Theatre, Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
Apr. 5-6: Stage Read “Who’s Afraid Of Virginia
Woolf.” Presented in the Ridge Art Gallery. Theatre
Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.
Apr. 6: RAW TV. Bolin Studio, 7pm & 9pm.
Southeastern University, Lakeland 863-667-5119.
Apr. 7: “A Night On Broadway.” Bush Chapel,
7:30pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland.
863-667-5119.
Apr. 8: Movie Premiere: Roundhousen’s Roast.
Historic Polk Theatre, Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
Apr. 8: Lake Wales Chorale. 40th Anniversary Con-
cert: Michael Haydn’s Requiem Mass. Mozart’s Mass
in C. 7:30pm. $10.00. Students: $5.00. First Method-
ist Church, Lake Wales. For information and tickets,
please call the Lake Wales Arts Council, 863-676-8426.
Apr. 8: Unpland Improv TV. Bolin Studio, 6pm &
9pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Apr. 8: Special Performance Series - Double
Grande. Fri. 7:30pm. Tickets $18 - limited seats.
Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State College,
Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
Apr. 8-10: “The Miracle Worker.” by William
Gibson. Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm; Sun. 2pm. Lake Wales
Little Theatre. Ticket Order Line 863-679-8587.
Apr. 8-17: “The Premature Corpse” by Mike
Johnson performed by Haines City Community The-
atre. Performance will be at 8:00 p.m. Friday and Sat-
urday evenings and 2:30 p.m. Sunday matinees April
8-17. Ticket prices are $10.00. Haines City Community
Theatre is located at 801 Ledwith Ave. in Haines City,
Phone: (863) 421-1893.
Apr. 9: Platform Art Party #17: We’re Not In
Canvas Anymore. 7-10pm at the SunTrust Bldg., 210
S. Florida Avenue, 4th Floor, Lakeland.
www.platformart.org.
Apr. 9: Family Tree Climbing. Noon-5pm.
Additional fee; reservations required. Bok Tower
Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Apr. 9-10: Over 55 Show Band. Sat. & Sun. 2pm.
Tickets $8. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State
College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
Apr. 10: Beethoven, Mass in C, and Duruflé,
Requiem. Lakeland Choral Society and Orchestra,
Dr. Larry Sledge, Director: St. Paul Lutheran Church,
4450 Harden Blvd., Lakeland. Tickets at the door:
Adults, $15; Students $5.
Apr. 12: Fun In The Sun Spring Fashion Show
Luncheon. 11:30am-2pm. Tickets: $25. Tuesday
Music Club, Lakeland. 863-647-2057.
Apr. 12: Masterworks #5 - An Evening of
Broadway. Youkey Theatre. A partnership with
Lakeland Community Theatre. 7:30pm.
www.imperialsymphony.org.
Apr. 12: “And The Beat Goes On.” Presented by
Tuesday Music Club Scholarship Winners. Tuesday
Music Club, Lakeland. 863-701-2813.
Apr. 12: Smokey Robinson. Historic Polk Theatre,
Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
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Theatre Winter Haven. 863-299-2672.
Apr. 14-15: Earth Day “Grow Outside”
Celebration. Reservations required; $5 students
& chaperones. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408
Apr. 14-17: “Smoke On The Mountain
Homecoming.” Bush Chapel. Thurs.-Sun. 7:30pm,
Sat.-Sun. 2pm. Joint production with Lakeland
Community Theatre. Southeastern University,
Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Apr. 15-28: Senior Graphic Design Show.
Opening Reception Apr. 15, 7pm. Melvin Gallery,
Florida Southern College, Lakeland. 863-680-4743.
Apr. 15: A Moveable Feast. Fund-raising event fea-
turing different courses in different homes in Mountain
Lake. $250. Limited capacity. For information, please
call the Lake Wales Arts Council, 863-676-8426.
Apr. 15: Jazz Band Concert. Trinity Presbyterian
Church, 7:30pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland.
863-667-5119.
Apr. 15: Curator Tour: Annie Leibovitz: Women.
Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. Free with admission.
863-688-7743.
Apr. 15: Moonlight Carillon Concert. 7:30pm.
Half-price admission after 5 p.m. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Apr. 16: 30th Annual Children’s Festival.
Explorations V Children’s Museum, Lakeland.
863-687-3869.
Apr. 16: Family Fun Workshop: Magazine and
Photo Collages. Plant City Library. 10:30am-noon.
Free admission. 863-688-5423.
Apr. 16: Creative Studies Series. Topic: “Greed or
Need: The Struggles Between Unnatural Consumption
and Natural Resources.” 5-7:30pm. $12 members, $15
for non-members. 863-688-7743.
Apr. 16-May 15: Student Exhibition:
Free to Be Me: 3rd-5th Grade Elementary
Students Exhibition. Polk Museum of Art,
Lakeland. 863-688-5423.
Apr. 16: Student Reception: Free to Be Me:
3rd-5th Grade Elementary Students Exhibition.
Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 10:30am and 1pm. Free
admission. 863-688-5423.
Apr. 16: Live at the Gardens Concert Series
with Ben Prestage. 7:30pm. Additional ticket
required; reservations recommended. Bok Tower
Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Apr. 16-17: PSC Music Student Concerts. Sat. &
Sun. 2:30pm. FREE. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery.
Polk State College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
Apr. 17: 42nd Annual Lake Wales Student Art
Show Awards. 4pm. FREE. Updike Hall, Lake Wales
Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Apr. 19: Florida Federation of Music Clubs
Spring Convention. Fort Walton Beach. Tuesday
Music Club, Lakeland. 863-701-2813.
Apr. 19: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming
Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of Richard Strauss’s
“conversation in music” Capriccio. 1:30pm & 7pm.
$5.00. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Apr. 21: Family Night Hike. 8-9:30pm. Additional
fee; reservations required. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Apr. 22: Polk Museum of Art Closed
for Good Friday.
Apr. 22-23: Receiving for Celebrate Polk’s
150th Anniversary. 11am-4pm. Arts On The Park,
Lakeland. 863-680-2787.
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Apr. 23: The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe.
Historic Polk Theatre, Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
Apr. 23-Aug. 20: Young Curators: Montessori
Selects. Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland.
863-688-7743.
Apr. 24: Polk Museum of Art Closed
for Easter Sunday.
Apr. 24: Easter Sunrise Service. 7am.
Easter buffet served in the Blue Palmetto Café
for an additional fee. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Apr. 24: Easter Sunday Carillon Concerts.
1pm & 3pm. Included with general admission.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Apr. 26: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming
Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of Verdi’s Il trovatore
(The Troubadour). 1:30pm & 7pm. $5.00. Lake Wales
Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
Apr. 28: Coming of Age in America. Six
established artists collaborated in mentoring
promising young Florida artists. The exhibit,
originating at the Studio@620 in St. Petersburg,
has been touring the state this year. Thru June 3.
Opening reception 5:00-7:00pm. Michael Crews
Gallery. Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426. FREE.
Apr. 28: Wind Ensemble. Bush Chapel, 7:30pm.
Southeastern University, Lakeland. 863-667-5119.
Apr. 29: “Theatrical Dance Showcase.” Polk
Theatre, 7:30pm. Southeastern University, Lakeland.
863-667-5119.
Apri. 29: Award’s Reception. 5-7pm.
Arts On The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.
Apr: 30: Concert Under the Stars. 7:30pm.
Additional ticket required. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
Apr. 30-May 1: The 9th Annual Marilyn Newell
Youth Music Festival. Young musicians from Polk
County (Junior Div: 11-14; Senior Div: 15-18) compete
in three categories (instrumental, voice, piano).
Competition: Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Awards
presentation and winners’ concert: Sunday, 4:30pm.
Updike Hall, Lake Wales Arts Center. 863-676-8426.
FREE.
MAY
May 1-31: Members Gallery: Deanna Conley.
Arts On The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.
May 1-26: Alice Hansen “Florida Wildlife &
Surroundings” Art Exhibit. Included with general
admission. 9am-5pm daily. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
May 1: Harrison School of Art Concert. Sun. 3pm.
FREE. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State
College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
May 5: “Menopause The Musical®.” One show
only - 7:30pm. Tickets: $33, $40, $50. Lakeland Center,
8800-745-3000.
May 5: Central Park Stroll for the 11th Annual
Florida Outdoor Sculpture Competition. 5-7pm.
Downtown Winter Haven. Free admission.
May 6: Vote for People’s Choice Award. Open
until 9pm. Arts On The Park, Lakeland. 863-680-2787.
May 6: National Public Gardens Day.
Free admission with a current membership card
to any public garden. Bok Tower Gardens.
www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
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May 6-Jun. 1: Annual Lakeland Art Guild
Exhibition. Opening Reception May 6, 7pm. Melvin
Gallery, Florida Southern College, Lakeland.
863-680-4743.
May 7-8: MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire-by-the-Lake.
Presented by Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland.
9am-4pm. Free admission. 863-688-7743.
May 7: Mayfaire Saturday Night. Presented by
Polk Museum of Art, Lakeland. 5-11pm. Free
admission. 863-688-7743.
May 7: Special Event “Classic Games Night.”
6-9pm. Polk County Historical Museum, Bartow.
FREE. 863 534-4386.
May 8: Mother’s Day Carillon Concerts. 1pm &
3pm. Included with general admission. Bok Tower
Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
May 10: “And The Beat Goes On - Part II.”
Second part of the series presented by Tuesday Music
Club Scholarship Winners. Tuesday Music Club,
Lakeland. 863-701-2813.
May 10: Opera Overtures. Preview of upcoming
Metropolitan Opera HD telecast of the second opera
in Wagner’s Ring Cycle, Die Walküre (The Valkyrie).
1:30pm & 7pm. $5.00. Lake Wales Arts Center.
863-676-8426.
May 12: Harrison Symphony Orchestra
in Concert. 7:30pm. www.harrisonarts.com
for tickets and performance info.
May 19-21: Florida Federation of Music Clubs
Convention. Ft. Walton Beach. Tuesday Music Club
Officers will attend.
May 20-22: “The Secret Garden.” Mainstage.
Theatre Winter Haven Academy Production.
863-299-2672.
May 21: Armed Forces Day - Free Admission for
Military with Special Carillon Concerts. 1pm &
3pm. Free admission to all branches of the military,
active, retired and disabled veterans with valid ID.
Concerts included with general admission.
Bok Tower Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org;
863-676-1408.
May 22: Over 55 Show Band. Sat. & Sun. 2pm.
Tickets $8. Winter Haven Fine Arts Gallery. Polk State
College, Winter Haven. 863-297-1050.
May 26: Nick Jr.’s Max & Ruby: Bunny Party.
4pm & 7pm. Tickets: $21.50, $35. Lakeland Center,
800-745-3000.
May 27-Sept. 4: Figuration. Polk Museum of Art,
Lakeland. 863-688-7743.
May 30: Memorial Day - Free Admission for
Military with Special Carillon Concerts. 1pm &
3pm. Free admission to all branches of the military,
active, retired and disabled veterans with valid ID.
Concerts included with general admission. Bok Tower
Gardens. www.boktowergardens.org; 863-676-1408.
UPCOMING EVENTS
June: ArtsCamp 2011. ArtsCamp will return to
the Lake Wales Arts Center for six weeks in the sum-
mer of 2011. For complete information, please check
the website www.lakewalesartscouncil.org or call Jean
Donaldson, 863-676-8426.
June 24-26: Jungle Book. Presented by the
Lakeland Community Theatre. Historic Polk Theatre,
Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
June 27-July 8: Lakeland Community Theatre
Camp. Historic Polk Theatre, Lakeland. 863-603-7529.
 SUN ’n FUN Artist in Residence
Shares Love of Aviation and Art with Community

Sam typically paints the airplane first when he’s doing Sam masks off the airplane while working on
an original since that’s usually the most time-consuming the background of “Hoover’s Maneuver” which features
part of the process. Notice the SUN ’n FUN t-shirt he’s wearing: aviation legend Bob Hoover’s Shrike Commander.
it features his “Sittin’ Pretty” print.

By Lauren Anderson

World renowned aviation artist Sam Lyons unites his love of art and flying in award-winning works that have led to
his induction in the 2009 Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame and, more recently, to win the title of SUN n’ FUN, Inc.’s Artist
in Residence in 2010. He currently resides in Lakeland and works out of a home studio with his wife, Mindy Lyons, and
their three precocious cats. Sam Lyons’ nostalgic work embodies the spirit of the 1930’s and 40’s, times when now clas-
sic planes such as the Piper Cub or Stearman Biplane were first in production. He wishes to bring the dream of aviation
to the public, and to raise awareness of The Florida Air Museum and SUN n’ FUN.
For 25 years, Sam Lyons has been making a living as a self-taught artist. Although as a child he experimented with
art, only when he owned a hobby shop did Sam Lyons truly discover his natural talents. He took care to study books,
other artists’ works, and the models in the shop, until he finally completed several successful paintings. Sam Lyons
describes his surprise to find all of his initial attempts to paint a success, stating that “I thought it was just luck, but
after the third time I thought, maybe I can do this!” To this day, Sam Lyons still uses his meticulous observation to find
inspiration and create super-realistic pieces. Viewers must keep their eyes as highly trained, as Sam Lyons often uses
brushes as fine as a hair to paint details, and he sometimes hides images within his works. Sam reveals with a laugh that
his painting titled Mohawk Moon features a side view of his truck, outlined in the stars of “Constellation Truckus.”
Though fans praise his ability to reproduce planes in their exact likeness, they feel drawn to his work for another
reason. Sam Lyons explains that “people have a deep emotional connection to the picture, because it may be the plane
their father took them flying in for the first time, or the plane their father flew in the war. The picture evokes a wonder-
ful memory.” Yet, people with little background in aviation may still find themselves drawn to and moved by Sam Lyons’
paintings. His work depicts the exuberance of flight in a union of art and aviation. Sam Lyons states that “aviation is
an art form unto itself. When I paint pictures of airplanes, I do it for the beauty of the airplane and the beauty of the
scene.” Mindy Lyons, his wife and marketing manager, adds that he seems to “evoke a simpler time.”
Sam Lyons feels honored for his affiliation with SUN n’ FUN, a Lakeland based nonprofit organization most famous for
its International Fly-In and Expo held every March; he wishes to promote the group “through educational programs, art
demonstrations, aviation art lectures” and more. As Sam Lyons hopes to spread his enthusiasm for flight with the public,
his partnership with SUN n’ FUN proves “another dream come true.” For more information on Sam Lyons, e-mail Mindy
Lyons at Mindy@LyonsStudio.com and subscribe to the Lyons Studio News Flash or visit www.LyonsStudio.com. For infor-
mation on SUN n’ FUN and the International Fly-In and Expo coming up this March, visit www.sun-n-fun.org. This year’s
Expo looks extra spectacular, as the Blue Angels military jet team will make an appearance. For the occasion, Sam Lyons
donated a framed, Limited Edition print titled Angels over Annapolis to be auctioned off at a fundraiser to benefit the
Florida Air Museum. Come see the print and the Blue Angels full performances on Saturday, April 2nd and Sunday, April
3rd.

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 Swing was never a time or place --
it has always been a state of mind!
“Two thirds rhythm and one third soul.” That’s how Fats Waller defined the uniquely
American form of popular music and dance known as “Swing.” The musical is conceived
by Paul Kelly with music by various artists.
It celebrates the music of the Swing era of jazz (1930s-1946), including many well-
known tunes by artists like Duke Ellington, William “Count” Basie, Benny Goodman and
others. It received a nomination for the 2000 Tony Award for Best Musical and other
Tony awards.
Swing! combines high energy dancing, singing and acrobatics. There is no dialogue
in the show, and the story is told entirely through music and dance. The show tries to
recreate the swing style of jazz, which used large bands, fixed musical arrangements
and solo-driven improvisations. Together with the development of the music, various
forms of swing dancing emerged, varying by
geographic regions, such as the Lindyhop or
Jitterbug in Harlem or the Whip in Houston.
The show includes music and dance styles
Fats Waller from early swing, West Coast, to other jazz
styles, and even hip-hop.
Lakeland Community Theatre brings this unique experience to Lakeland for the
first time. SWING! is a unique piece of entertainment with something for everyone
– A Big Band, 7 singers and 14 Swing Dancers. Celebrating some of the most ex-
hilarating and well known songs of the period: It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got
Swing), Boogie-Woogie Bugle Boy, I Got a Girl in Kalamazoo, I’ll Be Seeing You, In the
Mood/Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree and Cry Me a River to name just a few.

Presented at the Historic Polk Theatre March 3-6, 2011.

Tickets $20 Adults, $15 Students w/ID and $10 18 & Under.
Performances Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7:30pm and Sunday 2pm
Call 863 603 7529 or go online www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

863-603-7529 • 121 South Lake Avenue • Lakeland, FL 33801 • www.lakelandcommunitytheatre.com

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2010-2011
November 5, 2010 “Pops By The Lake,” Lake Mirror Amphitheatre

November 9, 2010 Masterworks #2 - Back for Seconds, Youkey Theatre

Overture to Egmont Beethoven
Concerto #1 for Piano Tchaikowsky
Young-Ah Tak, piano soloist
Pines of Rome Respighi

December 7, 2010 Masterworks #3 - Christmas Concert, Youkey Theatre

Featuring Florida Dance Theatre, local artists and the ISO performing seasonal favorites.

January 22, 2011 10th Anniversary Opera Celebration, Branscomb Auditorium

Famous scenes from each of the operas performed by the ISO

February 6, 2011 Cookie Concert - 3:00 pm, Youkey Theatre All in the Family Program

February 15, 2011 Masterworks #4 - All in the Family, Youkey Theatre

St. Paul’s Suite Mvts. I & IV (strings) Holst
Young Artist Winners TBD
Young People’s Guide to the Orchestra Britten

March 22, 2011 Sacred Spaces Concert - The King of Instruments at FUMC (included with subscription)
Adagio Albinoni
Concerto in g for organ Poulenc
Matthew Corl, organ
Symphony #3 (Organ) Saint-Saens

April 12, 2011 Masterworks #5 - An Evening of Broadway, Youkey Theatre

A partnership with Lakeland Community Theatre

April 26, 2011 Plant City Pops, Trinkle Center at HCC

April 30, 2011 Concert Under The Stars, Bok Tower Gardens

w w w. i m p e r i a l s y m p h o n y. o r g
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 Harrison School for the Arts
“As You Like It”
d
In April, “All the world’s a stage” at Harrison School for the Arts!
The Theatre department presents William Shakespeare’s As You
Like It, directed by Ilene Fins. You won’t want to miss this popular
pastoral comedy re-imagined and set in 1950’s Las Vegas. As You
Like It will delight audiences as they meet Rosalind (Corrine
Townsend) and travel with her from the comfort (and trouble!) of
her home and family in Los Angeles to the topsy-turvy world of Las
Vegas. Follow the adventures of Rosalind and Orlando (Kevin List),
with an entertaining troop of characters, as they navigate through
love and life at the Forest of Arden casino. Complete with period-
songs (Sinatra, Martin, Clooney), imaginative sets, and an outstanding
cast and crew of Harrison students, you’re invited to “come fly with”
them for this fresh adaptation of a Shakespearean classic.

Presented on a thrust stage in the Black Box Theatre, As You Like It

Clockwise from left: Corrine Townsend as Rosalind,
Jeannette Knauf as Celia, and Kevin List as Orlando.
is sure to sell out, so get your tickets soon! The show runs for only
two weekends: April 1, 2, 8, 9 (Fridays, Saturdays) at 7:30 p.m.
and April 3, 10 (Sundays) at 2:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased
at the Harrison School for the Arts box office, or by visiting
www.harrisonarts.com.

Come join the magic of Harrison!

Harrison Symphony Orchestra

In Concert May 12, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: students and seniors, $5; adults, $7
Visit www.harrisonarts.com for tickets and performance information.

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 Polk County
Historical Museum
s Polk County Historical Museum
Spring 2011
The spring calendar at the Polk County Historical Museum includes
the new exhibit “150 Signatories of Polk’s Past” opening in Febru-
ary 2011. The writer of a signature is a signatory. There is something
extraordinary about seeing a person’s signature from the past and to
think of the historic occasion when they made their mark. Discover
the many names on display in this exhibit that are part of the fabric
of Polk’s history. With the annual Bloomin’ Arts Festival
at Bartow in March 2011, comes “Dimensions,” a new
exhibit by members of the Bartow Art Guild.

Polk County is celebrating a momentous milestone throughout 2011,

as the county marks its 150th anniversary with Polk Proud 150.
Join us in launching a year long celebration at the museum Febru-
ary 12th, 2011. Visit the website PolkProud150.com for information
about signature events throughout the year and share your pride in
Polk. As part of the continuing celebration the Polk County Histori-
cal Museum will host its third annual “Classic Games Night” with a
historic twist, 6pm to 9pm, Saturday May 7th, 2011. Many of us remember sitting around the kitchen
table and battling over the Monopoly board with parents and siblings. Here is a good opportunity to
reminisce over a few of the great classic games like Sorry, Uno, Yahtzee, and more.

The Polk County Historical Museum

Spring 2011 Calendar
is located at 100 East Main Street
in Bartow. The hours of operation
are Tuesday – Friday, 9am to 5pm;
and Saturdays from 9am – 3pm.
Admission to the Museum is free.
s
January 4-February 28: Exhibit “Old Time Tool Time”

February 12: Special Event “Polk Proud 150”

For more information
March 5: Exhibit “Dimensions 2010: Bartow Art Guild”
call 863-534-4386 or
visit polkcountymuseum.org. May 7: Special Event “Classic Games Night”

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 Winter Haven comes alive as Ridge Art presents
the 33rd Annual Central Park Art Festival in down-
town Winter Haven on March 19 and 20. This
upscale outdoor exhibition features only the
finest artists and artisans with something for
www.ridgeart.org everyone, including one of-a-kind artworks,
fine jewelry and hand crafted art objects. Over
$8,500 in prizes, plus purchase awards will be
given during this prestigious outdoor exhibition.

Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday

and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. The festival
has something for everyone including live
entertainment, fun food, and a hands-on art
tent for children to make their own creations,
plus a wonderful display of artwork from
students around Polk County. RAA is pleased
to acknowledge some of the sponsors who make
the Central Park Art Festival possible:
TECO, Central Florida Visitors and Convention
Bureau, Winter Haven Hospital, Max 98.3,
McDonald’s of Winter Haven, The Ledger Media
Group, Rick and Christy Hemenway, the City of
Winter Haven, Bright House Networks,
Coca-Cola®, Budweiser and CenterState Bank.

Thank you!

Exhibitions In The Gallery

THE YOUNG ARTIST SHOW THE AVIATION SHOW
Now on display through March 20 Currently through May 1, 2011
at the Winter Haven Municipal Airport
Youthful expressions fill the RAA gallery as this annual exhibition
If you love airplanes and flying, this is the show
celebrates the creativity of Polk County Middle and High School art
for you! Lining the halls of the airport are all sorts
students and provides them the opportunity to win cash prizes. Senior
of wonderful pieces of art depicting pilots, planes,
art students compete for a $1,000 art scholarship to Polk State College,
hot air balloons and so much more. This show has
sponsored by the PSC Community Foundation. Florida Traditions Bank,
been so well received that RAA and the City of
Mrs. William Fuller and BrightSmiles of WH.
Winter Haven are making it an annual event.
Watch our website for the announcement of the
MINIATURE ART SHOW dates for the next Aviation Show. Receiving will be
the middle of May and the show will run until May,
April 14-May 13, 2011 • Reception Saturday, April 16, 6:30-8:30
2011. www.ridgeart.org.
This amazing exhibition features all artwork being 25 square inches
total and the framed piece not more than 64 sq inches. This unique juried
competition invites and draws artists from across the country to present
work. What could be more fun! Contact the gallery or the RAA website for 33rd ANNUAL
a prospectus. Approximately $2,300 in awards will be offered. The public
is invited to attend the opening reception and meet some of the artists on CENTRAL PARK
Saturday, April 16 from 6:30-8:30. Artists: Dates for receiving artwork are
Friday, April 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, April 10 from 8:30-11 ART FESTIVAL
a.m. (sharp). A judge’s Critique will be held after the judging on Saturday,
April 10 at 3 p.m. MARCH 19 & 20
Office and gallery hours are 12:30 to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The gallery is also open to coincide with Theatre Winter Haven productions one hour prior to show time.
The office and gallery are currently located inside the Chain O’Lakes Complex, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd., SW
For more information, call the gallery at 863-291-5661 or visit our website at www.ridgeart.org.

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 THE BACH FESTIVAL
OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
The Bach Festival of Central Florida will present its annual festival concerts March 18-20, 2011.
This year’s festival features an exciting collaboration with Florida Southern College in a performance
of Henry Purcell’s Baroque operatic masterpiece, Dido and Aeneas. Based on Book IV of Virgil’s
Aeneid, the opera tells the tragic love story of Queen Dido of Carthage and her lover, Aeneas of Troy.
Dido was the founder and first queen of the city of Carthage located in modern day Tunisia. Aeneas,
a survivor of the destruction of Troy, has been tasked by the gods to go to Italy and found the city of
Rome. Before reaching the Italian coastline, he stops in Carthage where he meets and falls in love
with Queen Dido. Their love lasts only a short time before the gods (in the operatic version, the evil
Sorceress) command that he continue his journey. In despair at his departure Dido commits suicide.
The opera was first performed in 1688 at Josias Priest’s girls’ school in London, and it is now
considered to be one of the earliest and greatest English operas. Its most famous aria is Dido’s Lament
“When I am laid in Earth,” sung by Dido as she prepares for her death.
In our production, Florida Southern College student soloists led by Kimberly Milton as Dido,
under the stage direction of John Thomasson, Director of Opera at Florida Southern College, perform
alongside the Bach Festival Chorus and Orchestra conducted by Virginia Davidson on Saturday, March
19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Lake Wales Arts Center.
Almost anyone involved in music in Polk County is familiar with the work of Virginia Davidson.
A founder of the Bach Festival, Dr. Davidson founded and conducted the Florida Camerata and the
Winter Haven Youth Symphony, and was an in-demand vocalist throughout the state. After many
years living and performing in New York City, she has relocated back to Winter Haven, and has formed
The New Treble Singers that will be performing later this spring.
The Festival also presents two concerts of instrumental music on Friday, March 18th at 7:30 p.m.
at the First Presbyterian Church of Winter Haven, and Sunday, March 20th at 4:00 p.m. at All Saints
Episcopal Church of Lakeland. Program highlights include J.S. Bach’s Italian Concerto performed by
Vince Treadway on the harpsichord, the G major Cello Suite and A minor Violin Concerto performed
by Ron and Annabelle Gardiner, and the G minor Fantasy and Fugue performed by Ann Stephenson
Moe, organ. Tickets are available at the door, or through the Bach Festival of Central Florida. For more
information or to purchase tickets, contact us at (863) 299-2555, info@bachfestivalofcentralflorida or
visit our website.www.bachfestivalofcentralflorida.org.

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 800 East Palmetto St. • Lakeland, FL 33801
863.688.7743 • Fax 863.688.2611

Tony Savoie, Transformer, 2011, mixed media, 50” x 50”

www.PolkMuseumofArt.org

Polk Museum of Art

Pays Tribute to Women to Art
Polk Museum of Art celebrates women this spring
with two exceptional exhibitions that pay tribute to
women artists as well as women as the subject of
artwork: Annie Leibovitz: Women and Women’s Views.
Annie Leibovitz: Women is a national, traveling
special exhibition that opens to the public April 2 and
runs 12 weeks through June 26. The show features
portraits shot by the renowned American photographer
Annie Leibovitz and featured in the book Women,
published by Random House in 1999. The book com- MIDFLORIDA
prises nearly 100 photographs shot by Leibovitz and
an essay by the late novelist and critic Susan Sontag. Mayfaire by-the-Lake
The exhibition of more than 60 photographs is a
celebration of American women at the dawn of the
Celebrates its 40th Year
new millennium and includes portraits from a broad On Mother’s Day Weekend, Polk Museum of Art
spectrum of society. Images of well-known women presents the 40th Anniversary MIDFLORIDA
such as Betty Ford, Elizabeth Taylor, Oprah Winfrey, Mayfaire by-the-Lake. Started on the lawn of the
and Supreme Court Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Lakeland Public Library with a dozen artists, the show
Sandra Day O’Connor are juxtaposed with images of has grown to be one of the Top 100 outdoor art festivals
women who are unknown beyond their own hometowns in the nation.
but are part of the fabric of our communities. The show runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 7 and 8 on
Annie Leibovitz is among the best-known photog- the shores of downtown Lakeland’s Lake Morton. More
raphers working today. Her work is regularly featured than 180 artists will display their jewelry, sculptures,
on the cover of Vanity Fair and Rolling Stone magazines paintings, and more. Admission is free.
and is presented in the “Got Milk?” advertising campaign. Local musicians and dance companies perform on the
The opening reception will be held from 6 to shady front lawn of the Lakeland Public Library through-
8:30 p.m. Friday, April 1, with a lecture by Tim out the weekend. New patron comforts are available this
Hossler, Leibovitz’s former studio art director, from year thanks to a community grant that is providing
6 to 7 p.m. Special exhibition fees apply. covered seating with fan mis-
Women’s Views, a companion exhibition, runs ters in the two food court areas
through May 21 and includes works from the Museum’s and luxury portable restroom
Permanent Collection that were created by women. trailers.
Painters, sculptors, photographers, printmakers, The popular Children’s Art
weavers, and ceramicists from around the country will Tent in the Museum’s parking
lot offers numerous free activi-
be represented, including works by artists Hung Liu,
ties for children of all ages and
Barbara Kruger, Fonchen Lord, Jean Yao, Maggie Taylor,
abilities. In the Kids Zone,
Miriam Schapiro, and Dianora Niccolini.
children can enjoy bounce
houses and a rock-climbing
wall for a small fee.
Polk Museum of Art in Lakeland is the only museum
serving Polk County that is nationally accredited by Beginning at 5 p.m. May 7,
the American Association of Museums and is the Mayfaire Saturday Night
an Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. tradition moves the fun to the
The Museum is open from 10am to 5pm
Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 5 pm Sunday.
shores of Lake Mirror, where
The Museum is closed on Mondays and major holidays. more than 1,200 runners
Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors age 62 and up, participate in the Mayfaire
and FREE for members, students (K-college), and children. Classic 5K and everyone enjoys
Everyone is admitted free on Saturday mornings.
The Museum is wheelchair accessible. For more information a free street dance party with
call 863-688-7743 or visit www.PolkMuseumofArt.org. live music and an awesome
fireworks display.
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 Bl o s s o m i n g Hands-on Adventures
at
www.explorationsv.com
While volumes of blossoms will soon be visible along
streetscapes, in gardens and throughout numerous parks in
the area, Explorations V Children’s Museum will experience its
own blossoming of sorts as hands-on adventures grow wildly
during its weekly programming, Home School Programs,
Spring Break Camp, a special grown-up Night at the Mu-
seum and the 30th Annual Children’s Festival.
Explorations V Children’s Museum hosts weekly program-
ming Monday through Friday. Magical Monday, Terrific Tues-
day, Wacky Wednesday, Thrilling Thursday and Fun Friday
offer imaginative educational sessions that engage children
in reading, school readiness, culinary and creative arts as
well as science and math. Each day’s session begins at
10:30am and is included with museum admission.
Home School Programs feature a science series and a
cultural arts series and are held on the second Tuesday and
Thursday of each month from September to May. Children
can be registered for either day. Pre-registration and pre-
payment are required to hold a place in class. Sessions are
$15 for non-museum members and $10 for museum mem-
bers if paid by the Friday prior to class. Late registration pric-
ing is $20 for non-members and $15 for museum members
if not paid by the aforementioned deadline. Spring sessions
include Herb Gardening and Puppets on March 8
& 10, 2011; Paper-making and Embossing on
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April 12 & 14; and Science Wonders
and Hand-made Candy on May
10 & 12, 2011.
Spring Break Camp
will run March 14-18,
2011. Camp is geared
for children in K-6th grades
with half-day and full day pricing
available. Spring Break Camp will
feature themed activities, explor-
ing three floors of kid-powered
exhibits, snack creation and
outdoor play (weather permitting). Children
can be registered for individual days or for the
full five days. Pre-registration and pre-payment
are required to hold a space in camp. Pricing
details may be obtained by calling the mu-
seum at 863 687 3869.
On Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 7pm,
Explorations V will celebrate 20 years of hands-
on adventures at a whimsical Night at the
Museum gala for grown-ups! Music, dancing
and culinary delight as Explorations V’s exhibits
come to life in honor of its 20th anniversary.
Tickets are $50 per person and can be pur-
chased now by calling 863 687 3869.
Explorations V will host the 30th Annual
Children’s Festival on Saturday, April 16. For
decades, this event has brought the com-
munity together by utilizing volunteers from
local businesses, agencies and organizations in
a mega-celebration of children! Munn Park will
be teeming with hands-on activities, big wheels
and entertainment and the museum will be
open for exploration! Low priced snacks will be
available for purchase with activities and museum
admission included in a low, wallet-friendly price.
Explorations V Children’s Museum is located at
109 North Kentucky Avenue in downtown Lakeland.
Hours are Monday-Saturday, 9am-5:30pm. Admission prices
are $5 per person. Senior citizens, 65 and older, are $2.50.
Children under two and museum members are free. Annual
Family Memberships begin at $60 per year. Details regarding
exhibits, camps or programs can be obtained by calling
863-687-3869 or emailing info@explorationsv.com.
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Kids Tag Art, a fifth grade art contest and fundraising project,
is proud to announce the 2010-2011 Kids Tag Art Awards of Distinction.
Lizzy Tolentino - All Saints Academy
Kariana Willis - All Saints Academy Diamond Moore - Crystal Lake Elementary
Mike Estivene - Alta Vista Elementary
Yenifer Pablo - Alta Vista Elementary
DJ Bracey - Alturas Elementary
Kiersten Robbins - Alturas Elementary
Alyssa Kay Fipps - Auburndale Central Elementary
Callie Pittman - Bartow Elementary Academy
Beatriz Galindo - Bartow Elementary Academy
Ashley Garcia - Ben Hill Griffin Elementary
Katie Akouka - Ben Hill Griffin Elementary
Courtney Kreisler - Berkley Academy (charter)
Bryanna Rials - Berkley Academy (charter)
Brendon Woods - Bethune Academy
Wen Jiang - Bethune Academy
Tonyka Frazier - Boswell Elementary
Adrianna Boyd - Boswell Elementary
Sadie Owen - Brigham Academy
Stevie Plummer - Brigham Acadmey
Amber Rotolo - Caldwell Elementary
Trevor Martin - Caldwell Elementary
Caitlin Wizda - Carlton Palmore Elementary
Ixchel Collazo - Carlton Palmore Elementary
Shelby Paulson - Chain of Lakes Elementary
Summer Snively - Chain of Lakes Elementary
Elizabeth Rodriguez - Churchwell Elementary
Garin Butler - Churchwell Elementary
Lindsey Kim - Cleveland Court Elementary
Diego Salinas - Cleveland Court Elementary
Naomi Ramirez - Combee Elementary
Genesis Zarsosa - Combee Elementary
Tyler Peavey - Crystal Lake Elementary
Alex Miranda - Davenport School of the Arts
Ashley Herrera - Davenport School of the Arts
Alaysiah McKinley - Dixieland Elementary
Gabriela Vazquez - Dixieland Elementary
Anna Dusci - Dr. N.E. Roberts Elementary
Kevin Ly - Dr. N.E. Roberts Elementary
Edgar Torres - Dundee Elementary
Erick Gorrosqueta - Dundee Elementary
Sheyla Mora - Eastside Elementary
Reyna Berdel - Eastside Elementary
Calista Jones - Elbert Elementary
Shannon LaBastille - Elbert Elementary
Morgan Winfree - Floral Avenue Elementary
Sierra Jackson - Floral Avenue Elementary
Morgan Rudd - Garden Grove Elementary
Chandon McCarter - Garden Grove Elementary
Stephanie Becerra - Garner Elementary
Rushell Jacob - Garner Elementary
Matthew Koppenhofer - Griffin Elementary
Mariah Wiggs - Griffin Elementary
Morgan Whitfield - Highland City Elementary
Alexie Langston - Highland City Elementary
Samara Cook - Highlands Grove Elementary
Steven Bisso - Highlands Grove Elementary
Marissa Davila - Hillcrest Elementary (charter)
Taylor Wildmon - Hillcrest Elementary (charter)
Noah Hazelton - Hope Homeschool
Abigayle Beale - Inwood Elementary Bailee Tabag - Loughman Oaks Elementary
Faith Sharpless - Inwood Elementary
Tanner Edwards - Janie Howard Wilson (charter)
Eva Atkinson - Janie Howard Wilson (charter)
Adam Benitez Hernandez - Jesse Keen Elementary
Reynaldo Carrillo - Jesse Keen Elementary
Ross Persichetti - Jewett School of the Arts
Erica Mitchell - Jewett School of the Arts
Chi-Chi Nevarez - Kathleen Elementary
Kiara Santos - Kathleen Elementary
Jalynn Guinn - Kingsford Elementary
Maria Ramirez - Kingsford Elementary
Sarah Reece - Lake Alfred Elementary
Roberto Gutierrez - Lake Alfred Elementary
Kiara Filsaime - Lake Marion Creek Elementary
Emanuel Ortega - Lake Marion Creek Elementary
Sean Boelman - Lake Shipp Elementary
Orlando Figueroa - Lake Shipp Elementary
Taylor O’Byrne - Lakeland Christian
Brooke Hammack - Lakeland Christian
Garrett Phillips - Landmark Christian School
Hunter Parton - Landmark Christian School
Tyrese Smith - Laurel Elementary
Ericka Corcino - Laurel Elementary
Nevin Gonzalez - Lena Vista Elementary
Tashena Macomber - Lena Vista Elementary
Daisy Reye - Lewis Anna Woodbury Elementary
Caden Music - Lewis Anna Woodbury Elementary
Trinity Jackson - Lincoln Avenue Academy
Maranda Jones - Lincoln Avenue Academy
Fifth Graders’ Art Now On Display through July
Savannah Vargas - Loughman Oaks Elementary
Katherine Even - McKeel Elementary Academy (charter)
Angelina Bianchi - McKeel Elem. Academy (charter)
Amanda McSwain - Medulla Elementary
Jade Jarvis - Medulla Elementary
Daniella Escamilla - North Lakeland Elementary
Jesus Nieto Quintana - North Lakeland Elementary
Azaliaa Dennis Dieguez - Oscar J. Pope Elementary
Joshua Cuadrado - Oscar J. Pope Elementary
Elisa Vividor - Padgett Elementary
Alejandro Capote - Padgett Elementary
Yaneliz Martorell - Palmetto Elementary
Rubi Sanchez - Palmetto Elementary
Sybella Norman - Phillip O’Brien Elementary
Hannah Dinsmore - Phillip O’Brien Elementary
Conner Tibbetts - Pinewood Elementary
Irene Garcia - Pinewood Elementary
Lucero Otero - Polk Avenue Elementary (charter)
Mariana Hernandez - Polk Avenue Elem. (charter)
Alicia Rivera - Polk City Elementary
Daryl Peterson - Polk City Elementary
Sierra Brockman - Purcell Elementary
Daniela Almaraz - Purcell Elementary
Zachary French - R. B. Wagner Elementary
Erica Salgado - R. B. Wagner Elementary
Nikolas Morris - R.W. Blake Academy
Mitchell Harvey - R.W. Blake Academy
Pierce Blasé - Rochelle School of the Arts
Jay Bates - Rochelle School of the Arts
Caleb Berry - Sandhill Elementary
Kristen Luongo - Sandhill Elementary
Joey Ross - Scott Lake Elementary
Elizabeth Hammond - Scott Lake Elementary
Ryder Skipper - Sikes Elementary
Kylee Chormann - Sikes Elementary
Nick Jiles - Sleepy Hill Elementary
Carley Vasquez - Sleepy Hill Elementary
Ariel Colding - Socrum Elementary
Alex Wiker - Socrum Elementary
Abbey Williams - Southwest Elementary
Everett Pickens - Southwest Elementary
Gavin Connors - Spessard Holland Elementary
Alexis Northcutt - Spessard Holland Elementary
Hailey Quesinberry - Spook Hill Elementary
Hannah Kiddy - St Joseph’s Catholic School
Audrey Fisher - St Joseph’s Catholic School
Nathaniel Alfaro - Stephens Elementary
Cherokee Smith - Stephens Elementary
Vallon Kelly - Valleyview Elementary
Abraham Ortiz - Valleyview Elementary
Gisselle Perez - Wahneta Elementary
Adam Blackburn - Wahneta Elementary
Elaine Vazquez - Wendell Watson Elementary
Armon Riso - Wendell Watson Elementary
Joseph Zamora - Winston Elementary
Aeriana Gilliard - Winston Elementary

Kids Tag Art, a project created by the Polk County Tax Collector’s Office, inspires young artists in 5th grade to create their
own unique design, learning the practical application of license plate art to support worthy causes, fashioned after Florida’s
100+ specialty license plates.
In September of each year, art teachers from participating elementary schools guide their students in classroom design
creation. Teachers set guidelines for their students they believe will generate creative, award-winning artwork. After the stu-
dents create their artwork, it is scanned and made into a unique polycarbonate tag which can be purchased as a keepsake or
given as gifts. Then in October, parents/relatives have the exclusive opportunity to purchase their child’s design through school
sales drives. However, these tags are strictly art and not for use as legal identification on the rear bumper of cars.
In late October, thousands of designs are submitted from all across the county for judging which is conducted at Polk Mu-
seum of Art. Two students from each elementary school are selected each year to receive the Award of Distinction designation.
Those top entries then go on sale to the public on the Polk County Tax Collector’s website at www.polktaxes.com where tags
are available for viewing. In addition, a traveling exhibit of their art is available for display for the rest of the school year. A
calendar of locations where the Exhibit will be is available is on their website as well.
This year, on February 5, a reception was held at Polk Museum of Art to honor these students and their families. Honorable
Joe G. Tedder and other local dignitaries presented each student with a Certificate of Distinction. Approximately 160 students
representing over 80 public, private and charter schools and their families were present at the event.
The major sponsor this year is Mid Florida Credit Union with returning sponsors
Douglass Screen Printers, Inc., Alphagraphics, Polk Education Foundation, Polk
Museum of Art, Junior Women’s Club of Lakeland, Polk Arts Alliance, Lake Wales
Art Center, Polk County Schools, and the Polk County Tax Collector’s Office, which
hosts the event each year.

Kids Tag Art designs may still be viewed and purchased by going online to the Tax Collector’s website,
www.polktaxes.com. The price of the tag is $15 and the proceeds from the sale of tags remain with that student’s
school to be used exclusively for teacher art supplies. For more information, please call (863) 899-8200.
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Website News
The re-designed website www.lakewalesartscouncil.org continues to get a strong
positive reaction. New additions to each area of Arts Council activities – free exhibits
in the Michael Crews Gallery, performances in Updike Hall, educational outreach and
classes, the Art Shows (the main annual event, the student art show and the quarterly
municipal art show), the Chorale, building rentals – give visitors to the website the latest
information.
Paint the Town Red! Gala
Saturday, March 12, 7:00pm Tickets: $150 and $100
This year’s major fund-raising gala is celebrating the 40th anniversaries of the annual
art show, the student art show, and the Lake Wales Chorale. AT&T has generously led
the way for other major sponsorships from Fields-Huston Automotive, Citizens Bank &
Trust, Peterson & Myers and others to ensure that the programs of the Arts Council can
continue to make the arts available to Lake Wales and our supporters around the state. An
elegant buffet, an intriguing collection of offerings for the silent auction, and the unmis-
takable energy of the music of The Tams featuring Little Red guarantee that this will be a
night to remember!
The Citizens Bank & Trust
40th Anniversary Lake Wales Art Show
Saturday, March 26, 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday, March 27, 10:00am-5:00pm
Under the new major sponsorship of Citizens Bank & Trust, the Lake Wales Art
Show celebrates its 40th anniversary with the largest number of artists in its history. In its
first year, the Art Show was contained on the sidewalk at the shopping plaza at State Road
60 East and 1st Street. After a few years situated downtown, the Art Show found its ideal
location on the scenic shore of beautiful Lake Wailes. More than 120 artists will maintain
the tradition of the show’s fine arts with painting, sculpture, photography, jewelry and
mixed media. Music, food, and activities for children have always been a part of the
experience – and this year’s anniversary is no exception!
The 9 th Annual
Marilyn Newell Youth Music Festival
Competition: Saturday, April 30, 9:00am-5:00pm - FREE
Awards & Winners Concert: Sunday, May 1, 4:00pm - FREE
For the past eight years, the Marilyn Newell
Youth Music Festival has given young Polk County
musicians the opportunity to perform and win
money to continue their studies. Sponsored from
its first year by AtlanticBlue, the Festival has grown
each year, the competition has become sharper, and
the musical rewards greater. This is an occasion
to appreciate the amazing musical talents of Polk
County students and teachers.
Planning a Special Event?
Lake Wales Arts Center’s beautiful Updike Hall is available to rent for all events
– weddings, business luncheons, and formal dinners – all in a picturesque historic
building. Full rental information is available on the website. For more detailed in-
formation, please e-mail: rentals@lw-arts.org
The Lake Wales Arts Council is an organization dedicated to the Arts in our
community. Our home is the Lake Wales Arts Center which is listed on the National
Registry of Historic Buildings. The building is located at 1099 State Road 60 East in
Lake Wales.
Our newly designed website (www.lakewalesartscouncil.org. ) has new informa-
tion posted continuously. If you do not find the information you are looking for,
please call us at (863) 676-8426 or e-mail us at: info@lw-arts.org
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Michael Crews Gallery
Through March 11 – Western Views A variety of artists
from the Pacific Coast illustrate the California perspective in
a surprising collection of paintings, drawings and sculpture.
March 26-April 17 – The Student Art Show, sponsored by Sorensen & Schade
Automotive Group, will open the same day as the Citizens Bank & Trust 40th Annual
Lake Wales Art Show. Special evening and weekend hours through April 17 will allow
students and families to visit the full exhibit. The cash awards will be presented by
Sorensen & Schade Chevrolet on Sunday afternoon, April 17, at 4:00pm.
April 28-June 3 – Coming of Age in America. This award-winning exhibit from
Studio@620 in St. Petersburg is the result of a collaboration between six established
artists and six emerging Florida artists. Since opening in Tallahassee last year, the
exhibit has toured the state.
Performance Series
The full Performance Series schedule and prices are on the website
www.lakewalesartscouncil.org. For more information, please call 863-676-8426.
March 13: A Sunday matinee (2:00pm) of chamber music from Britain’s Gould
Piano Trio with their guest, clarinetist Robert Plane. Inter-
nationally known for their recordings of 19th century Romantic
works, the group will perform Brahms and Schubert. In addi-
tion, the Lake Wales audience will also hear Bartok’s “Con-
trasts,” a work commissioned by Benny Goodman in 1938.
They will also hold a masterclass/informance for string students
on Monday, March 14. Tickets for the Sunday matinee are
$25.00; members: $20.00; students: $5.00. Students attending
the March 14 masterclass will have a free ticket to the Sunday
concert.
March 24: The St Johns River
City Band: Satin Swing. One of
Florida’s premier jazz and swing bands
comes to Updike Hall for a rousing
finale to this season’s live performance
series in Updike Hall. Thursday, March
24; 7:30pm. Tickets are $25.00; mem-
bers: $20.00; students: $5.00.
The Lake Wales Chorale will cel-
ebrate its 40th anniversary with two performances of the Michael Haydn Requiem Mass
and Mozart’s Mass in C. With guest soloists, the performances will be 7:30pm, Friday,
April 8 at First Methodist Church, Lake Wales, and at 3:00pm on Sunday, April 10 at the
Church of the Good Shepherd. Tickets are $10.00.
In response to requests for previews in advance of the Metropolitan Opera live HD
telecasts to movie theaters, the popular Opera Overture Series is held at the Arts Center
at 1:30 PM and again at 7:00 PM on the Tuesday prior to each telecast throughout the
season. Executive Director Karl Hesser will summarize the background and the story,
point out musical sign-posts and ensure that HD-opera-goers get the most from their
experience. Please check the website page for full information. The upcoming dates are:
March 15 – Lucia di Lammermoor by Gaetano Donizetti, based on the novel by Sir
Walter Scott. One of the world’s favorite operas since its premiere in 1835, Lucia has the
immediately recognizable Sextet as well as opera’s most famous Mad Scene.
April 5 – Le Comte Ory by Giachino Rossini. While her husband is away at the
Crusades, Count Ory pursues the lovely Countess Adèle. Frustrated by her fidelity, Count
Ory and his men disguise themselves as nuns to get into the castle. Witty comedy, bril-
liant music, and superb vocalism are reviving interest in this neglected masterpiece.
April 19 – Capriccio by Richard Strauss. Strauss called it a “conversation in music,”
but the passions of the characters raise the questions we’ve all considered about art and
about ourselves.
April 26 – Il trovatore (The Troubadour) by Giuseppe Verdi. An instant hit at its
premiere despite its convoluted plot, Verdi’s tale of gypsies, witches burned at the stake,
missing babies, star-crossed lovers, smoldering vengeance set against a background of
civil war has remained one of the all-time most popular operas thanks to its non-stop
melodies and exciting confrontations. Even the Marx Brothers surrendered!
May 10 – Die Walküre (The Valkyrie) by Richard Wagner. The 2nd opera in Wag-
ner’s monumental Ring Cycle picks up the story 20 years after the events of Das Rhein-
gold. Wotan’s efforts to regain control of the Ring through a new hero are frustrated and
he must even lose his favorite daughter to mortality.
Upcoming in June: ArtsCamp 2011
ArtsCamp 2011 will begin a six-week summer program. Please check the website for
the most current information: www.lakewalesartscouncil.org.

Haines City Community Theatre
is located in the Clay Cut Center
at 801 Ledwith Avenue
in Haines City. All mainstage
productions run on Friday and
Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m.
and Sunday matinees at
2:30 p.m. Ticket prices are
$10.00 per show with a
discount for groups of 20
or more. For further
information call the theatre
at (863) 421-1893 or
visit the website at
www.hainescitytheatre.com
Art-i-facts • A Publication of the Polk Arts Alliance
Haines City Community Theatre
Mainstage Productions
The second play of the season for Haines City Community
Theatre will be “London Suite” by Neil Simon. America’s
premier comic playwright returns to the form of two of his
earlier successes, “Plaza Suite” and “California Suite,” when
he crosses the Atlantic for a suite of hilarious comedies set in
a deluxe London hotel, a sedate place until some of Simon’s
trademark characters check in. Performance dates will be
February 18-20 and 25-27.
The final play of the regular season will be “The
Premature Corpse” by Mike Johnson. On the surface a
“love triangle” tale, the scene is a hotel room, where
we meet a man in the government witness protection
program and his not-so-loving wife. Throw in the wife’s
lover and a gung-ho government agent, and you have
a thriller that twists and turns until the very end. Perfor-
mance dates will be April 8-10 and 15-17.
Coming up this summer, HCCT KIDS! (a division of Haines City Community
Theatre) will present “The Wizard of Oz.” Audition and performance dates
will be listed on the Haines City Community Theatre website as soon as they
are announced.
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 Disney Live! Presents
MICKEY’S
MAGIC SHOW
Wednesday & Thursday,
March 2-3 - 6:30 p.m.
In a captivating combination,
Master Magician Mickey Mouse
and the always-dazzling Minnie
join forces with professional il-
lusionists for a magical production on stage. Disney Live!
presents Mickey’s Magic Show features grand illu-
sions and favorite Disney characters, including Donald and
Goofy; Cinderella and her Fairy Godmother; Alice in Won-
derland and the Mad Hatter; and beloved Disney princesses
Jasmine, Belle and Snow White. Disney Live! presents
Mickey’s Magic Show visits The Lakeland Center March
2nd and 3rd for two performances at 6:30pm.
From the breathtaking levitation of Minnie and Jas-
mine to the transformation of Cinderella’s rags into riches
in a split second, Disney Live! presents Mickey’s
Magic Show gives families a whole new way to experience
Disney Magic. Adults and children alike will delight in this
stunning spectacle that will keep them in awe from opening
to curtain call.
Sinatra Sings Sinatra with Legendary Performer
FRANK SINATRA, JR.
Thursday, March 10th - 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Frank Sinatra, Jr. relives the essence of classic Big
Band and hits from his father’s legendary career at The
Lakeland Center Thursday, March 10th with performances
at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets are $40, $65 and $125.
Join The Lakeland Center for an evening dedicated
to the memory and the music of Ol’ Blue Eyes as only
his beloved son can provide. Frank Sinatra, Jr. was born
in New Jersey, raised in California, and educated in the
showrooms of Las Vegas and on bandstands all over the
world. While studying music at the University of Southern
California, Frank Jr. planned a career as a pianist and con-
ductor. He made his professional show business debut as
a singer with the Elliott Brothers Band and
in 1963 he toured with the Tommy Dorsey
Band.
Throughout the 1980’s Frank’s live
act concentrated on big-band songs. Be-
ginning in 1988, at his father’s request,
Frank Jr. served as conductor and
musical director for his father’s
final years of live perform-
ing. Frank has appeared on
television numerous times,
including appearances
on Sopranos, Son of the
Beach and Family Guy.
He also appeared in Har-
rison Ford’s movie Hol-
lywood Homicide. Frank
Sinatra, Jr.’s
latest album,
That Face,
was released
in 2006. In
recent years,
Frank Sinatra,
Jr. has toured
with his show,
Sinatra Sings
Sinatra.
We’re Not in
Kansas Anymore ....
THE WIZARD OF OZ
Travels Over the Rainbow to Lakeland
Thursday, March 17th - 7:30 p.m.
The greatest family musical of all time, THE WIZARD
OF OZ, is touching down in Lakeland as NETworks Pre-
sentations brings this national treasure to The Lakeland
Center Thursday, March 17th at 7:30pm.
Tickets for THE WIZARD OF OZ are $45 and can be
purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or at The Lakeland
Center Box Office. To Charge-By-Phone, call 800-745-
3000. This magical production, based on the Royal Shake-
speare Company’s celebration of the 1939 MGM movie, is
presented with breathtaking special effects that will sweep
audiences away, from the moment the tornado twists its
way into Kansas.
Twelve children from the Lakeland area will be per-
forming the roles of “munchkins.” Singing timeless classics
such as “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead,” the local children
with help bring this beloved classic to the stage of their
hometown as part of their continuing performing arts edu-
cation.
Director Nigel West, choreographer Leigh Constantine
and set and costume designer Tim McQuillen-Wright uti-
lize the glamour and elegance of art deco Hollywood as the
visually stunning technicolor backdrop for THE WIZARD
OF OZ. Dorothy, Toto and their friends the Cowardly
Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow are transported “Over the
Rainbow” to adventures in Munchkin Land, the Haunted
Forest and the Emerald City.
Featuring the classic songs, as composed by Harold Ar-
len, “Over the Rainbow,” “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead”
and “If I Only Had A Brain,” along with the beloved char-
acters, THE WIZARD OF OZ will have the entire family
captivated as they travel down the yellow brick road for an
unforgettable evening at the theater.
For more information visit: www.wizardofozontour.com
Entertainment Series
MARVIN HAMLISCH
Brings Musical Magic to the Lakeland Center
Tuesday, March 29th – 2:30 & 7:30 p.m.
The Lakeland Center proudly welcomes multi-award-
winning composer and arranger Marvin Hamlisch to the
Youkey Theater stage on Tuesday, March 29th with perfor-
mances at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Tickets are $40, $65 and
$125.
Hamlisch’s life in music is notable for its versatility as
well as substance. As a composer, Marvin has won virtu-
ally every major award which exists including three Os-
cars, four Grammys, four Emmys, a Tony and three Golden
Globe awards; his groundbreaking show, A Chorus Line,
received the Pulitzer Prize. His Oscar-winning score and
song for The Way We Were and his adaptation of Scott Jo-
plin’s music for The Sting, for which he received a third
Oscar are considered quintessential Hollywood classics.
Hamlisch is a graduate of the Julliard School of Music
and Queens College. He believes in the power of music to
bring people together.
“Music can make a difference,” Hamlisch says. “There
is a global nature to mu-
sic, which has the poten-
tial to bring all people to-
gether. Music is truly an
international language,
and I hope to contribute
by widening communica-
tion as much as I can.”
HOT FLASH!
MENOPAUSE
THE MUSICAL®
Celebrating 10 Years
of “The Change.”
One Show Only
May 5th - 7:30 p.m.
It’s time to kick-up
those high heels! The
Off-Broadway and in-
ternational hit sensation
Menopause The Musical®
is returning to The Lake-
land Center May 5th at 7:30pm in celebration of its 10
years of sisterhood! Tickets are $33, $40, $50.
The hilarious musical is set in NYC’s Bloomingdale’s
store, where four women with seemingly nothing in com-
mon but a black lace bra meet by chance at a lingerie sale.
The cast laughs at their woeful hot flashes, forgetfulness,
mood swings, wrinkles, night sweats and chocolate binges.
A sisterhood is created between these diverse women as
they realize that menopause is no longer The Silent Pas-
sage! It is a stage in every woman’s life that is perfectly
normal!
Menopause The Musical® is the work of writer and
producer, Jeanie Linders. The laughter-filled 90-minute
production includes parodies from the classics of the ’60s
and ’70s and ’80s. Disco hit “Stayin’ Alive” becomes “Stay-
in’ Awake,” Motown favorite “My Girl” is transformed into
“My Thighs,” “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” switches to “In the
Guest Room or on the Sofa, My Husband Sleeps at Night,”
and “Puff The Magic Dragon” becomes the anthem to exer-
cise, “Puff, My God I’m Draggin’.”
Since its first performance, the show has evolved as a
grassroots movement of women who deal with life after 40
and all the challenges that result from the mental, physical,
and spiritual freedom of being a woman. “It may not be
Shakespeare, but our focus is different. We want to bring
women together and empower them. This is an event – a
happening,” says Kathi Glist, President of GFour Produc-
tions. “It resonates with just about any woman over 40,
but it is enjoyed by all. And the men laugh just as hard,”
she adds.
Millions of women around the world (men too!) have
attended a performance since the 2001 opening in Or-
lando, Florida. Menopause The Musical® has entertained
audiences across the country in more than 450 US cities,
total of 15 countries and nearly 300 international cities.
Internationally, the show has visited Australia, Canada,
England, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zea-
land, Philippines, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, and
South Korea. Each week women of all ages and stages find
their spirits lifted by the show’s light-hearted look at meno-
pause. It’s ‘The Hilarious Celebration of Women and the
Change’!®
Celebrate the
Bunny Party of the Year!
NICK JR.’S
MAX & RUBY:
BUNNY PARTY
May 26th
4:00 & 7:00 p.m.
It’s a big day for someone
special as Max and Ruby cel-
ebrate by bringing their new
live theatrical musical, Max & Ruby: Bunny Party, to The
Lakeland Center May 26th with performances at 4pm and
7pm. Tickets are $21.50 and $35.
Everyone’s favorite bunny siblings Max and Ruby have
a-million-and-one things to do before the very exciting
event. They embark on a musical bus ride to find the great-
est present in the world before coming home to undergo an
unpredictable make-over just for this happy occasion.
This fast-paced theatrical production will have the
whole audience singing and hopping to original tunes
alongside our favorite pair of bunny siblings, Max & Ruby!
Together, they will rely on their loving bond to solve life’s
little problems, and celebrate the universal nature of sib-
ling relationships while the audience celebrates the Bunny
Party of the Year!
Max & Ruby: Bunny Party is a brand new live show by
Koba Entertainment, the producers behind other memora-
ble theatrical productions including The Backyardigans:
Sea Deep in Adventure and Doodlebops: Together Forev-
er Tour. Max & Ruby originated as an enchanting book se-
ries by Rosemary Wells, and has sold over 3 million books
worldwide. Max & Ruby started on television in 2002 and
now airs daily on Nick Jr. worldwide.
The Lakeland Center offers a full variety of sporting
events, concerts and shows. Located minutes between
Orlando and Tampa in Lakeland, Florida off I-4 on
Lime Street, The Lakeland Center is a short drive from
anywhere in Central Florida. For complete directions
call 863-834-6142. Regular box office hours are
Monday-Friday 9:30am-5:30pm. For ticket
information, call the Box Office at (863)834-8111
or visit our website at www.thelakelandcenter.com.
Tickets can also be purchased at any
Ticketmaster outlet, by phone 800-745-3000
or visit www.ticketmaster.com.
 Arts lovers, mark
your calendars.
MayfaireFlorida is coming April 30-May 8, 2011.
MayfaireFlorida: Festival of the Arts is a new, cooperative
venture involving multiple arts organizations around Polk
County. Between April 30 and May 8, the local groups are
collaborating to offer arts enthusiasts two packed weekends
of events as well as plenty to do on the weekdays.
Polk Museum of Art Executive Director Daniel E. Stetson
said, “Polk Museum of Art’s highly popular MIDFLORIDA
Mayfaire by-the-Lake is both a nationally respected art show
and a Lakeland tradition that draws more than 65,000 people
annually, and it was time to grow that brand.” Stetson
approached other arts organizations about collaborating on
a larger festival intended to draw cultural-minded tourists to
the area.
“Our goal is to be a cooperative cultural festival that
reflects positively on the area and elevates Polk County as
a premier arts destination,” he said. He likened Mayfaire-
Florida to a smaller version of Charleston, S.C.’s Spoleto
Festival; he expects MayfaireFlorida to grow over the next
three to five years.
The partner agencies to date include Polk Museum of Art,
Bok Tower Gardens, the Imperial Symphony Orchestra, the
City of Winter Haven, The Lakeland Center, The Polk
Theatre, Polk Arts Alliance, Florida Southern College,
Platform Art and the Lake Wales Arts Center.
The major events bookending MayfaireFlorida have long
and successful histories in Polk County. Bok Tower Gardens
is celebrating its 21st Annual Concert Under the Stars with
the Imperial Symphony Orchestra, and the PMoA’s
MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake is in its 40th year.

For more information, visit MayfaireFlorida.org.

MayfaireFlorida: Festival of the Arts Schedule
Saturday, April 30: Bok Tower Garden’s 21st Annual Concert Under the Stars with the
Imperial Symphony Orchestra
Saturday & Sunday, April 30 & May 1: 9th Annual Marilyn Newell Music Festival for
outstanding students at the Lake Wales Arts Center
All week: Special national touring exhibition of Annie Leibovitz: Women at the PMoA,
with daily curator-led tours
All week: Bok Tower Gardens celebrates “Bok in Bloom! Florida Native Plant
Celebration” and has on exhibit Alice Hansen’s watercolor show,
Florida Wildlife & Surroundings
All week: Special docent-led tours of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture at
Florida Southern College and exhibition in FSC’s Melvin Gallery
All week: Coming of Age in America on exhibition at the Lake Wales Arts Center
Thursday, May 5: 11th Annual Florida Outdoor Sculpture Competition
“Central Park Stroll” celebration with a Cinco de Mayo flair in Winter Haven
Friday, May 6: An event/movie (TBD) at Polk Theatre
Friday, May 6: Bok Tower Gardens celebrates “National Public Gardens Day,” where
members of any public garden are admitted free
Friday, May 6: Platform Art’s Pecha Kucha Night 3
Saturday, May 7: 40th Annual MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake, Mayfaire
Saturday Night (5:30-11 p.m.), and Mayfaire Classic 5K with the Lakeland
Runners Club
Sunday, May 8: Second day of MIDFLORIDA Mayfaire by-the-Lake Art Festival
Sunday, May 8: Mother’s Day Carillon Concerts at Bok Tower Gardens

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150 15
As Polk County celebrates
150 years and Fantasy of
Flight 15 - we’re announcing
special values to Polk Residents on the 15th day of

/ each month. We call it the 150/15 Celebration!

Beginning with the 15th day of February, Polk County
residents can purchase a one day admission and
come back the rest of the year for free.

Announcing the
150/15 celebrAtion! All 150/15 promotional offers valid only for residents
of Polk County. Proof of residency is required.
Visit our website for more information.

follow the 150/15

offers on our website

(863) 984-3500 • www.FantasyofFlight.com • At Interstate 4 and Exit 44

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 Tuesday Music Club of Lakeland
The Tuesday Music Club, an affiliate of the National and
Florida Federation of Music Clubs, meets on the 2nd Tuesday Top Photo: Scholarship Winners
of the month at the clubhouse located at 421 E. Park Street Camille Tedesco, Brittany Wood and
at 10:30 a.m. The meetings are free and open to the public. Leah Buroughs.
A catered luncheon follows the monthly meeting. Our goal is
Left Photo: Spring Fashion Show:
to provide quality music by area musicians to the public. We Model Mary Alice Moran and Casual
feature a wide variety of styles of music, from instrumental Chic Boutique owner Caryn Jones.
to vocal.
Right Photo: Beverly Etheredge,
Scholarship Chairman and Ann
On March 8, 2011, for the program entitled The Sweetest Stockton, TMC Past President with
Sounds, the All Saints Academy Strings, under the baton of scholarship winner Mark Bacon.
Mark Thielen will be featured. This is the first time we have
been honored to present this group. We will also feature Lee
Lallance, jazz pianist, as a part of the program. Dr. Lallance
is a sought after clinician, teacher, and pianist in addition
to his duties at First Methodist
Church where he is Minister of
Music.

On Sunday, March 27th, the TMC

Scholarship Auditions will be held
at 3:00 in the clubhouse. This
event will be open to the public.
The auditions are open to high
school seniors and college stu-
dents who plan a career in music.
This is a chance to hear talented
young people perform on a Sunday
afternoon.

On April 12, 2011, the Tuesday

Music Club Scholarship Winners
will be honored and will present
the first part of the series, And
the Beat Goes On. Our scholar-
Tuesday Music Club Calendar
ships are funded by various ways All general meetings are held at the Tuesday Music Club Building
and means projects held through- at 421 E. Park Street at 10:30. All events are free unless other-
out the year. Scholarships are wise noted. Catered lunches follow meeting.
given in two categories, the colle-
giate and the high school catego-
. . . MARCH . . .
ries. We are committed to helping Tuesday, March 8: The program The Sweetest Sounds will be
young people pursue a career in music. presented by the All Saints Academy Strings directed by Mark
Thielen. Lee Lallance, Jazz Pianist, will also be a part of the
Fun in the Sun Spring Fashion Show Luncheon will be held on Wed., program. Dr. Lallance, a sought after clinician, director and
April 20th, at 11:30 - 2:00. Come with your friends and be ready to pianist is Minister of Music at First Methodist Church.
enjoy a delicious luncheon and a look at the latest fashions presented Sunday, March 27: The Tuesday Music Club Scholarship Auditions
by Casual Chic Boutique. This is a perfect way to spend a spring day! will be held at 3:00. High school seniors and college aged
Please contact Jean at 863-647-2057 for information. Tickets are $25. musicians planning a career in an area of music will be
competing for scholarships.
May 10, 2011, the second part of the series, And the Beat Goes On,
Part II, is presented by the Tuesday Music Club Scholarship Winners. . . . APRIL . . .
The winners will perform and be honored by the club. Tuesday, April 12: And the Beat Goes On, Part I will be
presented by the Tuesday Music Club Scholarship Winners.
May 19-21, 2011, the Florida Federation of Music Clubs will be hold-
Wednesday, April 20: Fun in the Sun Spring Fashion Show
ing their Spring Convention in Ft. Walton Beach. A number of our offi-
Luncheon, 11:30-2:00. Cost: $25. Fashions presented by Casual
cers and members will have the pleasure to attend this annual meeting. Chic and a delicious lunch are ready for you to come and enjoy.
This Ways and Means Fundraiser helps fund our scholarships.
We hope that you will make every effort to attend some of these activi- Perfect for a girl’s day out!!!
ties. You will be glad that you did!
. . . MAY . . .
Contact Person: Ann Stockton Tuesday, May 10: And the Beat Goes On, Part II, will be
presented by the Tuesday Music Club Scholarship Winners.
Publicity/Program Chairman
Come out and support these young people .
Redtops61@verizon.net
Phone: 863-701-2813 May 19-21: Florida Federation of Music Clubs Convention,
Ft. Walton Beach. Tuesday Music Club Officers will be attending.

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Polk County is celebrating its 150th Anniversary in 2011. Share your
Polk County stories and learn about sesquicentennial events at

PolkProud150.com
Rich in cultural and heritage diversity, Polk County offers a variety of museums and
historic landmarks that are an important part of Florida history.

Florida Flywheelers Detroit Tigers Celebrate 75 Years in Lakeland

19th Annual
Antique Engine & Tractor Show
Ft. Meade
75 Anniversary week celebration - Feb. 22-27
Opening day game - Feb. 27
Final home game - Mar. 26
Feb. 23-26 www.visitcentralflorida.org/spring_training.php
www.floridaflywheelers.org
37th Annual Sun n’ Fun
Greek Festival International Fly-In & Expo
of St. Sophia Greek Lakeland
Orthodox Church Mar. 29 - Apr. 3
Winter Haven (863) 644-2431 or www.sun-n-fun.org
Feb. 25-27
(863) 299-4532 Imperial Symphony Orchestra
Concert Under the Stars
Bok Tower Gardens – Lake Wales
April 30
Visit our historic landmarks. (863) 676-1408 or
Polk County Historical Museum www.boktowergardens.org
& Genealogical Library – Bartow
Homeland Heritage Park – Homeland 40th Annual MIDFLORIDA
Lake Wales Museum and Mayfaire by-the-Lake
Cultural Center – Lake Wales Outdoor Arts Festival
L.B. Brown House Museum – Bartow Lake Morton – Lakeland
Historic Dundee Depot Museum – Dundee May 7- 8
Fort Meade Historical Museum – Fort Meade (863) 688-7743 ext. 237 or
Frostproof Historical Society www.PolkMuseumofArt.org
and Museum – Frostproof
Historic Polk Theatre – Lakeland
Women’s Club and
Historic Museum – Winter Haven
The Carillon and Pinewood Estates
at Bok Tower Gardens – Lake Wales For more information or to check out other exciting things to do
Mulberry Phosphate Museum – Mulberry in Central Florida, log on to www.VisitCentralFlorida.org
For more landmarks, go to www.VisitCentralFlorida.org or call 800-828-7655, code ART.
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