Musicians in the Orlando Philharmonic narrowly voted in favor of union representation recently. Most players have not wanted to speak about the issue, but some have said they voted against it because of the history of the Florida Symphony in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The Arts Connection explores why this is such an emotional issue. Learn more about the organizations at their website: Orlando Philharmonic and the Central Florida Musicians Association Local 389 Former FSO board chair Ed Haddock is co-chair and CEO of Full Sail in Winter Park; former FSO manager Bob Sandla now hosts a radio program - The Business of the Arts - on Hawaii Public Radio.
SAKtoberfest celebrates the 30th anniversary of SAK Comedy Lab, which is housed in the Centroplex Parking Garage across from the Bob Carr. Sak created the audience participation improv shows that you see at Epcot, and in addition to the shows Tuesday-Saturday nights, SAK offers classes and workshops. Many alumni are now working professionally across the country, including Wayne Brady. Over 60 alums are back in town to perform this week for SAKtoberfest. There's also an outdoor festival Saturday from Noon-6:30, with Toxic Audio as a special guest. Check the schedule HERE. We talk to founding member, Terry Olson.
CASTING CALL - Details for auditions and opportunities heard on the Casting Call may be found on either the Artist Callboard or the Opportunity Callboard at the Arts and Cultural Alliance website
The other new festival is the Baldwin Park Arts Festival - and some of Orlando's top cultural groups will perform - the ballet, the philharmonic and Orlando Opera. It's Saturday from 10am-5pm.
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