Arts Connection for August 2, 2007 An exhibit at the Holocaust Center explores how the nazis persecuted homosexuals, and related events from other local arts groups, including the play BENT. Also, the Einstein Players use theatre to teach science in a fun way.
Click here to listen to Part 1 ART NEWS - Lt. Governor Jeff Kottkamp received a commendation from the Florida district of IATSE, the union of theatrical stage employees, in recognition of his support of Florida film and television industry. A contest for a new state song is underway, led by Jacksonville Senator Anthony Hill. The contest is being organized by the Florida Music Educator's Association - entries are due October 1st. Read more news in the arts at ArtsJournal, the daily digest of arts, culture and ideas.
Two local arts groups have partnered with the Holocaust Center to bring related events -- On Sunday, August 19th, the Orlando Gay Chorus will give a concert called OF GHOSTS AND GLORY, looking first at the music of the pre-war German cabarets, which catered to a large gay and lesbian clientele. The 2nd half of the concert features songs of hope and acceptance. There are 2 performances on 8/19 - 2:30 and 4:30 at the Jewish Community Center (next door to the Holocaust Center, which will stay open until 6pm that day).
Click here to listen to Part 2 THIS WEEK - URINETOWN THE MUSICAL closes this weekend, with the Moonlight Players in Clermont MY WINTER HAVEN is a juried art exhibit/competition, now at Winter Haven City Hall PETER PAN opens Friday night at Seaside Music Theatre in Daytona GO DOG GO continues at Seaside, with shows at 10:00 am on Friday & Saturday mornings on August 3-4, 10-11 and 17. There's also a 10am show on Tuesday, August 7. CASTING CALL -
Click here to listen to Part 3 The Einstein Players perform daily at the Orlando Science Center. The science theatre troupe has added new members in the last couple of years - mostly actors with improv skills. They use theatre techniques to teach science in a fun way. Most shows are in the Darden Theatre, and the Players also participate in this month's Dark Science event, Saturday nights at 7pm in August, where the popular laser light shows return.
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