Arts and Entertainment
October 27, 2023
From: Center for the Arts of Bonita SpringsCELEBRATE UPCOMING VETERANS DAY WITH US
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The critically acclaimed South Florida Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Chuck Bergeron, will present an evening of big band music from The Greatest Generation. The concert will feature vocalist Lisanne Lyons - A former member of The United States Air Force Band. Dance the night away to your favorite hits from Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Harry James, Artie Shaw, and more.
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I Walked with Heroes (Documentary)
November 06 | 7:00PM
Robert Vandergrift walked with the heroes as a corpsman in WWII and Korea. PTSD caught up with him later in life. It was no match for the love and support of Anita, his wife for 52 years. Directed by local SW Florida filmmaker Andre Degas, the documentary is an important, moving, and honest look at the horrors of war and the power of love and friendship.
Filmmaker Andre Degas will be in attendance live via Zoom, with a pre-show interview and an audience Q&A immediately following the film.
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CONCERTS AND PERFORMANCES
Hosted by Arts Bonita Resident Artist Dr. Zachary Bartholomew and FGCU Director of Jazz Studies Brandon Robertson, enjoy an extraordinary night of music, costumes, candy, and family fun! Arts Bonita Dance Performance Team will perform during the show!
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EDUCATION
Try a new art technique and have a fun night out with friends. Includes material, instruction, food, and wine!
TRISH TINSLEY: Wire Wrapping with Fused Glass
November 3 | 1:00PM
Use simple wire wrapping techniques to create 2 beautiful, one-of-a-kind pendants out of a few carefully arranged pieces of wire and glass. Make spirals, bails, and other common wire wrapping structures to adorn pendants. No experience is needed. Enrollment is limited, sign up early.
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SHIRLEY BLAKE: Charcoal Pouring
November 3 | 9:30AM
Join in the fun of an unusual beginning for your painting. You’ll use powdered charcoal in a free-spirited pour with water for a base. You will further your painting with realistic or abstract shapes in watercolor, acrylic, or pastel. There will be a 30-minute break for drying papers, eating lunch, and making plans for completion.
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It’s Abstract with Heather Zappattini
November 7 | 5:30PM
Join us for a whole new experience! Explore the joy of your creativity. YOUR DESIGN, YOUR COLORS…this experience IS all about YOU! Sharing fun techniques and helpful hints, instructor Heather Zappattini will show you how to create your vision on the canvas. This one-night event offers wine and food.
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FILM AS FINE ART
OCTOBER 30 | 7:00PM
Visual Arts Center, Sculpture Courtyard
26100 Old 41 Road
"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" is a cult classic musical-comedy film that takes you on a wild and whimsical journey into the bizarre world of Dr. Frank-N-Furter's castle. When a straight-laced couple stumbles upon this peculiar abode, they're in for a night they'll never forget. Come dressed as your favorite Rocky Horror character, or come dressed in your Halloween costume, whatever it may be! Each admission comes with a free “Prop Bag” and Audience Participation Card, so you can take part in the story! Don't miss out on the Arts Bonita Dance Performance Team who will perform during the show!
Please Note: This event will be held outside in the Sculpture Courtyard at the Center for Visual Arts at 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs.
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YOUTH EDUCATION
Embrace your creative side and dive into the world of the arts during your winter break at Camp ARTS Bonita.
Each day your student will experience arts in a different way with themed dance days, explorations in costume design, character drawing, recycled art projects, painting techniques, and sculpting from imagination.
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