Marilyn Monroe: Life as a legend exhibit – Jacksonville, Fl
Marilyn Monroe: Life as a Legend is a travelling exhibit hosted by MOCA – the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville. The exhibit highlights the life of the beloved actress Marilyn Monroe by featuring the works of over 50 artists including Andy Warhol, Richard Avedon, Henri Cartier-Bresson and Bert Stern.
In 1999 the American Film Institute ranked [...]
The 2010 SEC Gymnastics Championship – Jacksonville, Fl
The Southeastern Conference has awarded the 2010 SEC Gymnastics Championship to Jacksonville, Fla., SEC Commissioner Mike Slive announced today. The championship will be hosted by the Gator Bowl Association.
“We are excited about the opportunity to have our gymnastics championship at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena,” said Slive. “Gymnastics has been very popular in the SEC [...]
We have a winner!
Congratulations to John_C, the winner of last week’s contest!
We’re hoping you’ll have a great time at the Jekyll Island Beach Music Festival and BBQ Bash with your group!
We have just posted a new giveaway. This time you can win a fun-for-the-whole-family package on Jekyll Island, Georgia. You can win a package of four tickets to [...]
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Beach Music Festival – Jekyll Island, Georgia
Bring the whole gang to the beach to dance in the sand. The popular annual event, Jekyll Island Beach Music Festival, returns to the island on August 15-17, 2008. Buy your tickets early, or become a VIP for extra savings. Check out the Beach Music Festival website for more information about this year’s event.
Farmers Market at Marion Square – Charleston, SC
For the freshest local produce, plants, herbs and cut flowers – head to the Farmers Market on Marion Square. You can bring your family to the park, enjoy a delicious breakfast, brunch or lunch while enjoying live entertainment. The Charleston Farmers Market takes place on Saturdays from 8:00am until 2:00 pm in the Marion Square, [...]
Beachwalker Park on Kiawah Island Makes Top 10 Beaches
Coastal expert Dr. Stephen Leatherman, Director of Florida International University’s Laboratory for Coastal Research is known as “Dr. Beach”. He has put together a list of Top 10 Beaches since 1991. Fifty criteria are used to evaluate the beaches, including water and sand quality, as well as facilities and environmental management, as part of the [...]
Artwalk to Cousart Studios – St Augustine, Florida
We received an invitation to visit Cousart Studios at 64 Hypolita Street in St Augustine for First Friday Art Walk. The popular art walk takes place on Friday May 2nd in downtown St. Augustine. At Cousart Studios you can meet artist Jennifer Whittington. New ideas and new paintings.
Other artists are Cousart, Draper, Holmes, Leigh Murphy [...]
“HMS Pinafore” – Jacksonville, Florida
Set sail aboard the HMS Pinafore – Gilbert & Sullivan’s hilarious comic operetta of love, hypocrisy & mistaken identities. Pledged by her father to marry the head of the British Navy, young Josephine finds herself torn when she secretly falls in love with a common sailor! A twist of fate changes everything when a secret [...]
The Tempest by Shakespear at UNF – Jacksonville, Florida
The Tempest by William Shakespeare is presented at UNF’s Fine Arts Center by The Acting Studio. In this dramatic story, lovers meet, villainy is uncovered, and passions are unleashed in this magical story from one of the world’s greatest playwrights.
University of North Florida Fine Arts Center; 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville
Call (904) 620-2878 or visit the [...]
Classic Albums Live: The Beatles – Sgt. Pepper – Jacksonville, Florida
Close your eyes and you’ll think you’re there! This unique series takes classic albums and re-creates them in their entirety live on stage using some of the world’s greatest musicians! This album, ranked Number One on ‘Rolling Stone’s’ The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list in 2003, is the eighth album by The Beatles. [...]
Liza Minnelli – Jacksonville, Florida
Liza Minnelli began performing at the age of three and hasn’t stopped since. An icon of stage and screen, the legendary superstar has won an Oscar, three Tonys, two Golden Globes, a Grammy and an Emmy. She is a tour de force, but best known, however, for her live concerts, and her Jacksonville concert will [...]
George Winston – Jacksonville, Florida
George Winston is a consummate contemporary instrumental composer, interpreter, and performer who’s achieved both critical and popular success. His lyrical piano style conjures seasonal images in impressionist, musical paintings. He draws on R&B, jazz, blues, pop and folk for his compositions and interpretations, creating a reflective, yet dynamic trademark sound he calls folk piano.
Wilson Center [...]
Evita – Jacksonville, Florida
EVITA, winner of seven Tony Awards®, brings to life the dynamic, larger-than-life persona of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator, Juan Peron. Blessed with charisma, Eva Peron captivated a nation by championing the working class. This exuberant production creates a gripping theatrical experience and features Andrew Lloyd Webber’s compelling Latin, pop and jazz influenced [...]
Ann Murray Performs – Jacksonville, Florida
ANNE MURRAY’S signature voice has graced the airwaves on recordings since 1968 and is recognized worldwide as one of Canada’s most enduring national treasures. With over 50 million career album sales, the legendary singer continues to sell out concert halls throughout North America. A consummate entertainer, Anne’s quick wit and easy sense of humor find [...]
Lord of the Dance – Jacksonville, Florida
Michael Flatley, creator and director of this award-winning international dance phenomenon, proved his vision that hearts and minds, united through music and dance, cross all traditional boundaries. His Lord of the Dance continues to shatter box office records all over the world, leaving audiences breathless and clamoring for more.
Times-Union Center – Moran Theater, 300 West [...]
Freda Payne – Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald – Jacksonville, Florida
Celebrated R&B vocalist Freda Payne conjures the spirit of Ella Fitzgerald in this endearing tribute. Her remarkable resemblances to this legendary singer in character and in sound are an astounding delight to any stage!
Thursday Mar. 6, 2008
The Florida Theatre; 128 East Forsyth Street Ste. 300, Jacksonville
Call (904) 355-2787 or visit the Florida Theatre website
Admission: Tickets [...]
Christ Episcopal Church 55th Annual Tour of Homes and Gardens – St Simons Island, Georgia
The Annual Tour of Homes and Gardens returns to the coast every Spring season. This annual tour is sponsored by the Episcopal Church Women of the historic Christ Church, Frederica. The Annual Tour of Homes and Gardens has been described as one of the premier tours in the entire Southeast.
Soldiers on Tybee Island, Georgia
Several hundred members of the Indiana National Guard, most with their families, will be spending their leave on Tybee before their deployment to Iraq. February 26th to March 5th, 2008
Phone: 912-786-5444
(SoCon) Southern Conference Men’s & Women’s Basketball Championships – North Charleston, South Carolina
The Southern Conference returns to Charleston, SC, for the 2008 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships. The tournament begins on March 6 and concludes on March 10.
Nrityagram Dance Ensemble of India – Jacksonville, Florida
Embark on a journey to the Middle East with this remarkable dance company! This dance ensemble has earned national and international acclaim for its ability to redefine both dance and theatre. You won’t want to miss this once in a lifetime experience!
The Florida Theatre; 128 East Forsyth Street, Ste. 300, Jacksonville
Call (904) 355-2787 or visit [...]
Itzhak Perlman – Jacksonville, Florida
In celebration of the Fine Arts Center’s achievements in our Fifth Anniversary year and UNF’s 35th Anniversary, UNF presents this Emmy and Grammy Award-winning violinist. Mr. Perlman is beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent in composing, conducting and performing. The man who plays sitting down has never ceased to bring [...]
JIGU! Thunder Drums of China – Jacksonville, Florida
Come and watch as this world-renowned company of 28 drummers, percussionists, and musicians astound audiences with an ultra-sensory entertainment experience. Enjoy their performances, which are deeply rooted in folk origins, but are also blended with many modern musical elements.
The Florida Theatre; 128 East Forsyth Street, Ste. 300, Jacksonville
Call (904) 355-2787 or visit The Florida Theatre [...]
St. Petersburg Ballet Theatre’s Giselle – Charleston, South Carolina
On Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at 8 p.m., the St. Petersburg Ballet Theatre will perform Giselle as part of the Charleston Concert Association’s 2007-08 season. This production of one of the world’s most romantic ballets will be a thrill to all ages. Consisting of 70 classically trained dancers, the St. Petersburg Ballet Theatre promises to [...]
MUSC College of Medicine 21st Annual Charity Ball – Charleston, South Carolina
College of Medicine hopes to top the record setting $40,000 raised for charity in 2007.
The Medical University of South Carolina’s College of Medicine will hold its Twenty First Annual Charity Ball at the Omar Shrine Convention Center on Saturday, March 1, 2008 from 8:00 until 12:30. All are invited to attend this black tie optional [...]
