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Brooklyn’s Bridge: New musical makes its world premiere at Dr. Phillips Center
Read full article: Brooklyn’s Bridge: New musical makes its world premiere at Dr. Phillips CenterA new musical premiering at the Dr. Phillips Center is setting the record straight on how the Brooklyn Bridge was built and finally giving credit where credit is due.
Couple works to bring musical, national comedy acts to Ormond Beach
Read full article: Couple works to bring musical, national comedy acts to Ormond BeachThe new owners of 31 Supper Club on the main drag of Ormond Beach have toured around the world and now, they’re putting roots in Central Florida.
Interactive art returns to Orlando this weekend with IMMERSE
Read full article: Interactive art returns to Orlando this weekend with IMMERSEAn interactive art festival celebrates 10 years in Orlando starting this weekend. Tuesday on Breakfast With Bridgett, we previewed the 10th annual IMMERSE, which begins this Friday in Downtown Orlando, and is free to experience.
COMPLETE GUIDE: Downtown Orlando performing arts festival IMMERSE brings hundreds of artists, interactive installations
Read full article: COMPLETE GUIDE: Downtown Orlando performing arts festival IMMERSE brings hundreds of artists, interactive installationsHundreds of artists will take over downtown Orlando as part of Creative City Project’s IMMERSE performing arts festival.
K-pop girl group aespa takes 1st Florida tour stop to ‘next level’
Read full article: K-pop girl group aespa takes 1st Florida tour stop to ‘next level’South Korean girl group aespa brought the “Drama” to Orlando with their virtual reality and futuristic concepts from their live tour “SYNK : PARALLEL LINE.”
This strange Orlando superhero was a mystery for years. Here’s what really happened
Read full article: This strange Orlando superhero was a mystery for years. Here’s what really happenedWord spread about his exploits after a YouTube video showed the Ratman in action, reportedly fighting off a “would-be bike thief.”
Go behind the Nutcracker curtain in Orlando Ballet’s award-winning documentary
Read full article: Go behind the Nutcracker curtain in Orlando Ballet’s award-winning documentaryWKMG-TV is thrilled to announce the upcoming broadcast of “Artistry & Innovation: Reimagining the Nutcracker,” an award-winning documentary that offers a captivating look behind the scenes of the Orlando Ballet’s beloved holiday production, “The Nutcracker” brought to you by Orlando Health.
Families gifted special Orlando Ballet ‘Nutcracker’ performance by Dr. Phillips Charities
Read full article: Families gifted special Orlando Ballet ‘Nutcracker’ performance by Dr. Phillips CharitiesDr. Phillips Charities has gifted an entire performance of Orlando Ballet’s The Nutcracker to a community audience, creating an unforgettable holiday experience for 1,500 Central Floridians.
United Arts of Central Florida kicks off annual campaign. How you can support local artists
Read full article: United Arts of Central Florida kicks off annual campaign. How you can support local artistsMonday morning on “Breakfast with Bridgett,” United Arts Of Central Florida announced the kickoff of its annual “Collaborative Campaign For The Arts” to raise funds to support local artists, plus arts, science and history programs.
Hear beloved holiday carols from historic Central Florida orchestra, choir
Read full article: Hear beloved holiday carols from historic Central Florida orchestra, choirAn organization with 90 years of history in Winter Park is bringing the warmth of the holidays with carols and hymns from an award-winning orchestra and choir.
'The Cher Show' brings emotional fire to Dr. Philips Center in Orlando
Read full article: 'The Cher Show' brings emotional fire to Dr. Philips Center in OrlandoIn “The Cher Show,” Cher is portrayed by three separate actresses representing different stages of her life: young Cher, married Cher, and global icon Cher. What superfan Lisa Bell thought of the show.
Wanna catch a flick? Here are 4 of Florida’s remaining drive-in movie theaters
Read full article: Wanna catch a flick? Here are 4 of Florida’s remaining drive-in movie theatersWhether it’s a solo sojourn, a classic date idea, or just a family-friendly activity, going to the movies can be a fun experience for many.
Community saves ‘The Little Mermaid’ production at Winter Garden Theatre
Read full article: Community saves ‘The Little Mermaid’ production at Winter Garden TheatreThe Winter Garden Theatre, which had been closed for weeks, will reopen its doors Thursday evening for a debut performance of "The Little Mermaid."
‘The Book of Mormon’ in Orlando may just be the gift from God that Elder Price hoped for
Read full article: ‘The Book of Mormon’ in Orlando may just be the gift from God that Elder Price hoped for"The Book of Mormon" delivers an unforgettable night of laughter, catchy tunes, and thought-provoking themes.
‘Stranger Things’ actor stars in ‘Junie B. Jones in BOO… and I Mean It!’ at this Orlando theatre
Read full article: ‘Stranger Things’ actor stars in ‘Junie B. Jones in BOO… and I Mean It!’ at this Orlando theatreChelsea Talmadge, known for her role as high schooler Carol Perkins in Netflix’s “Stranger Things,” is going back to first grade.
‘Our final curtain:’ Garden Theatre in Winter Garden set to close after nearly 2 decades
Read full article: ‘Our final curtain:’ Garden Theatre in Winter Garden set to close after nearly 2 decadesAccording to officials, the closure comes amid financial hardship for the theatre, which hasn’t been able to bring in enough funds to stay in operation.
Opera Orlando performance to raise money for Holocaust Memorial Resource Center
Read full article: Opera Orlando performance to raise money for Holocaust Memorial Resource CenterOpera Orlando is teaming up with the Dr. Phillips Center, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Orlando Sings and The Defiant Requiem Foundation for a show where the ticket sale proceeds will be donated to the Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida.
‘Pippin’ bringing accessible show to this Central Florida theatre for those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing
Read full article: ‘Pippin’ bringing accessible show to this Central Florida theatre for those who are deaf or hard-of-hearingWhile “Pippin” will perform the beloved story that’s been around for more than 50 years, you’ll also notice this show being more accessible for audiences who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.
📖 This Orlando art exhibit celebrating Little Golden Books will take you back to childhood
Read full article: 📖 This Orlando art exhibit celebrating Little Golden Books will take you back to childhood"Golden Legacy: 80 Years of Original Art from Golden Books" to be at Orlando Museum of Art Sept. 6 – Dec. 1.
A little birdie told me about a new art installation that will catch your eye...
Read full article: A little birdie told me about a new art installation that will catch your eye...I'm Brooke Savage, the writer behind the "Setting The Stage" newsletter, with what's happening in Central Florida's theatre and art scene during the middle of August.
‘Beauty and the Beast’ brings tale as old as time to this historic Central Florida theatre
Read full article: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ brings tale as old as time to this historic Central Florida theatreStep back in time and enter the world of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” at a local theatre that’s more than 100 years old.
Jodi Benson stars in ‘Hello, Dolly!’ musical in downtown Orlando
Read full article: Jodi Benson stars in ‘Hello, Dolly!’ musical in downtown OrlandoDisney legend Jodi Benson, known for playing Ariel in “The Little Mermaid” and other animated works, will be playing Dolly Gallagher Levi in “Hello, Dolly!” at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
New art initiative coming to downtown Orlando
Read full article: New art initiative coming to downtown OrlandoUnited Arts of Central Florida, along with Mayor Buddy Dyer and several community agencies, introduced downtown Orlando’s new art initiative when they unveiled the city’s latest art installation on Tuesday.