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Charlotte Arts
— August 27, 2021 —
Charlotte Arts and member events through September 10, 2021.
Visit member news to Check see who received scholarships from Charlotte Arts' member organizations!
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All events are free unless otherwise noted. COVID-19 precautions remain in effect.
Many of Charlotte Arts' member organizations have announced their 2021-2022 season. Some details are provided below!
If you wish to have arts and humanities information
included in the next issue, please provide it by following the "Submit" button below.
The next email will be released Friday, July 30. By Noon on Wednesday, July 28, please follow "Submit Events, News and Opportunities" link below to provide information for both this e-newsletter (member events only) and the online cultural calendar (all arts and humanities events), member news, and opportunities for artists.
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Florida SouthWestern State College Charlotte Campus, Rush Auditorium (Building O)
Saturday, August 28: Punta Gorda Symphony Percussion Ensemble with percussionists Dean Anderson, Scott Crawford, Isaac Fernández Hernández, and Tihda Vongkoth. They will showcase the most riveting array of instruments and music seldom heard in live concert settings.
Cost: $30. See website for more details.
Punta Gorda Symphony will continue to provide optional face masks and hand-sanitizing stations to reduce the spread of coronavirus and COVID-19.
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1200 West Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Events at Fishermen's Village are weather permitting.
Deep Blue Duo.
Deep Blu Duo: Friday, Aug. 27, 5 to 9 p.m.
Enjoy vocal and acoustic variety music.
Dan Meadows: Saturday, Aug. 28, Noon to 4 p.m.
Enjoy variety music.
Southbound: Saturday, Aug. 28, 5 to 9 p.m.
Enjoy live music.
Dave Lapio: Sunday, Aug. 29, Noon to 4 p.m.
Enjoy steel drum music.
Chris G: Thursday, Sept. 2, 4 to 8 p.m.
Enjoy uplifting, lively tunes.
Mark Gorka: Friday, Sept. 3, 5 to 9 p.m.
Acoustic singer and musician well-known songs of many genres from the 60s to Pop, Rock and Country of today.
Dan Meadows: Saturday, Sept. 4, Noon to 4 p.m.
Chris G: Saturday, Sept. 4, 5 to 9 p.m.
Dave Lapio: Sunday, Sept. 5, Noon to 4 p.m.
Mark Gorka: Monday, Sept. 6, Noon to 4 p.m.
Music Box: Thursday, Sept. 9, 5 to 9 p.m.
Enjoy variety and dance favorites featuring Jaime Garza and Jayar Mack.
Mark Gorka: Friday, Sept. 10, 5 to 9 p.m.
Jason Brownie: Saturday, Sept. 11, Noon to 4 p.m.
Enjoycountry acoustic by this singer/songwriter.
Dan Meadows: Saturday, Sept. 11, 5 to 9 p.m.
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(96 W. Dearborn St., Englewood)
Masks are required for all performances of this production.
Separate Beds
Wednesday to Sunday, Sept. 8 to 26, 7:30 except Sunday at 2 p.m.
Ernie and Twink are in the autumn of their lives. In celebration of their 30th wedding anniversary, the couple’s children send them on a Caribbean cruise. Free of chores and children, Ernie and Twink are wined, dined and introduced to exciting people. When they meet the rich, seductive Blake and Beth, who still seem to have a perfect life together after ten years of marriage, Twink becomes infatuated with the glamour of the other couple’s lives and seeks to reignite the spark in her own marriage. Cost: $23, $18 students.
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Langdon Playhouse
(1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte)
Temperatures are taken upon arrival. Masks are required. Social distancing will take place in the theatre.
4 Beekman
Thursday to Sunday, Sept. 10 to 19, 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. except 2 p.m. on Sundays
Meet Deanne and Robert, a May-December couple. They have just returned from their honeymoon, and Deanne is shocked to find that Robert has unwittingly bought the very same apartment that she used to live in with her ex-husband, Skip. Not only that, but Skip has also bought the apartment right next door to theirs. Cost: $22, $11
students.
Comedy for a Cause: Friday, Oct. 15
Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center
Cost: $85 for dinner and the show; $30 for show
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Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021, 2 to 4 p.m. Lunch offerings open from 12:30 to 3 p.m.
1951 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, The Grill at 1951 next to Day’s Inn.
CCJS Members and Friends: Join Charlotte County Jazz Society and Community Partner The Grill at 1951 for the opening event in our CCJS jazz season featuring performers Daniela Soledade with Guitarist Nate Najar.
Downbeat Magazine calls her a “master of classic samba and bossa nova.” Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, vocalist/guitarist Daniela Soledade grew up in a family of musicians with a direct line to the origins of Bossa Nova. Daniela’s grandfather was Paulo Soledade, who composed songs with legendary Brazilian artists Antonio Carlos Jobim, Vinicius de Moraes, Toquinho and Baden Powell. Her father, Paulinho Soledade is an artist and producer who learned guitar from Baden Powell himself and has worked with legends Ivan Lins and Gilberto Gil among others. As a child Daniela participated in studio recordings for Brazilian artists such as Xuxa and the band Oxgênios. At age 14, she placed first in the entrance exam to attend the prestigious Music Conservatory Villa Lobos. Daniela settled in the United States in 2003 and maintains a busy performing schedule. Her debut album, “A Moment of You” was released Sept. 6, 2019 on Blue Line Music Records.
Guitarist Nate Najar is emerging as one of this decade’s finest modern jazz exponents. He is a player who uses a distinctive technique to convey his artistic prowess- not many artists play acoustic classical guitar with right hand classical technique, yet it is the perfect choice for Najar’s comprehensive approach. Not restricted to single notes or chords, Nate seamlessly weaves melody, harmony and rhythmic freedom. The result is music that is swinging, emotional, inventive and interesting. Continuing to perform at major venues and festivals across the entire globe, Nate’s latest album, “Under Paris Skies” was released in 2018 on Woodward Avenue Records. Rick Andersen of the All Music Guide called Nate "one of the most consistently interesting and stylish young guitarists on the jazz scene…." Becky Byrd, wife of the late guitarist Charlie Byrd says it best: "There is no doubt that there is a piece of Charlie's soul in Nate's mind, heart and fingers. Get ready world, here comes Nate Najar!”
Entrance to concert by ticket reservation only, deadline Sept. 18. Your ticket will be available at the door at 12:30 the day of the concert. Cost: $10. Checks made out to CCJS; mailed to David Nims, 23142 Clare Ave., Port Charlotte, FL 33952. Questions, call Dave at 941-743-9511.
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Free art exhibits by visual artists at locations throughout the county. Please visit the website to see the locations now open and artists whose work will be on display. Due to COVID-19, there will be no receptions.
Art of manatee by Karen Wood. May not be representative of art on display.
Artists whose work will be on display from May through August, 2021:
- Toni McNulty at Cayo Costa Dental (316 Helen Avenue, Punta Gorda)
- Becky Van Pelt at Charlotte County Administration (18500 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte)
- Gloria Urban at Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center (75 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda)
- Tina Weida at Charlotte Memorial Funeral Home (9400 Indian Springs Cemetery Road, Punta Gorda)
- Tina Weida at Kays-Ponger Uselton Funeral Home (635 East Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda)
- Karen Wood at Mid-County Library (2050 Forrest Nelson, Port Charlotte)
- Larry Palmer, Mary Lundeberg and Tina Weida at Punta Gorda Airport (28000 Airport Road, Punta Gorda)
Visit the website to learn about artists whose work will be on display from September to December.
Charlotte Arts is pleased to provide an online directory of artists, cultural non-profits and cultural businesses. With up to four images from each one, you can attend a virtual museum of Charlotte County-area art!
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113 W. Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda
Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
They are following CDC guidance and ask that everyone wear a mask.
Art by Jim Beech.
Featured Artists July 1 to Sept. 2
Jim Beech, watercolorist and acrylic artist and Bonnie Benande, potter
Featured Artists Sept. 2 to Oct. 7
Thelma Daida, water media artist, and Nancy VanTassell, silver jewelry artist
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210 Maud Street, Punta Gorda
The Center is closed until Sept. 1.
Hours once it reopens:
Monday and Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m..
Art on display in The Wyvern Hotel.
Exhibits
Color! Sept: 15 to Oct. 6
Off-Site Exhibits
The Wyvern Hotel | 101 East Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda
Nix & Associates Real Estate | 2421 Shreve St, Unit 111, Punta Gorda
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2001 Shreve Street, Punta Gorda
PGICA offers a variety of classes and programs: art classes, crafting, and exercise classes, lectures on health topics, members’ world travels, financial seminars, and town hall meetings. All are open to the general public. Visit their website to learn more. Registration is required. Register at PGICA.org.
Dance Fusion: every Tuesday and Friday, in-person, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., $10/class
Landscape Painting in Oils Class: every Tuesday beginning Sept. 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Section 1), every Thursday beginning September 2, (Section 2), $175/series of 4,
Need a few hours of delightful creativity? Join local artist Mary Taglieri for a series of lessons geared toward beginner and intermediate artists. Contact Mary at 941-979-0901 for supply list.
Oil Painting in a Day the Bob Ross Way with Jan: Monday, Sept. 13, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration fee: $60. All students will paint the same painting. Easy step-by-step instruction completing the painting in one day. All supplies will be provided for the day. Instructor: Janice Britland.
Card Making with Patti: Sept. 15, 10 a.m. to Noon, $20
Want to connect in a special way with friends or relatives? Patti Boese will lead you in a creative card making session that will make your correspondence feel special. You will create four cards using pre-cut designs while learning new techniques. Questions? Reach Patti at 941-875-5850 or patti_boese@comcast.net.
Acrylic Abstract Painting: every Friday beginning Sept. 17 to Oct. 22, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 6 sessions for $180.
For beginner and intermediate painters. This class will focus on representational and non-representational abstract painting while encouraging “outside the box” artistic thinking. There will be an emphasis on the principles of design, color value, texture, and balance. Instructor: Lionel Lewis.
Needle Felting Daisies: Sept. 24, 1 to 3:30 p.m., $35
Create a Daisy wall hanging using the unique method of needle felting. Finished piece is mounted on a pre-painted board with hook ready to hang. All materials furnished. Questions? Contact Nancy Walden at nancywalden@yahoo.com.
Foreign Language Film Series:
Sept. 7, 14, 21, and 28. 1 p.m. $30 for all four classes.
Award winning journalist and local author, Naomi Pringle, hosts her popular classic and contemporary foreign language film series. Come see these outstanding films on the big screen in our building’s spacious, air-conditioned auditorium, with its newly upgraded air filtration system! Pre-commentary and a post group discussion are included. English captions are provided.
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August 18 to December 31 by appointment
Bird of Paradise by Howard Spielman
Award-winning artist, creator and executive producer of television shows and author Howard Spielman invites interested art collectors to his Port Charlotte home studio by appointment. *Please Note: There is absolutely no obligation to purchase anything at a home studio visit. He is making this offer so as to make his neighbors in the surrounding community aware of his art. At your visit you can view more than 80 original works of art of varied subjects from florals to landscapes to abstracts and more. Receive a demonstration of Howard’s unique working method he uses to produce his art. Enjoy wine and cheese in a beautiful waterfront setting. Receive a studio discount on all art purchases. Custom sizes are available and art can be shipped. To preview Howard’s art or to make an appointment visit howardspielman.com, 941-875-3942 or highrdwest@aol.com.
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Alex Haak is opening his home exhibit of more than 25 oil paintings every Saturday afternoon. Email him by Friday to confirm hours and directions to his Port Charlotte residence.
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The Charlotte Chorale has a rich history in Charlotte County presenting quality choral concerts since 1989. The Chorale has continued to expand its repertoire to include many classical and symphonic choral pieces as well as a broad spectrum of contemporary music, spirituals, multi-cultural music, foreign language, and devotional works. Rehearsals begin in October 2021. The Chorale is open to new members with experience in choral singing.
A Time of Wonder: December 11, 2021, 4 p.m.
Charlotte Performing Arts Center, Punta Gorda
The concert will include traditional and "not so traditional" Christmas music.
America The Beautiful: March 12, 2022, 4 p.m.
Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, Punta Gorda
A celebration of the magnificent country in which we live.
Viva Italia!: April 23, 2022, 4 p.m.
Burnt Store Presbyterian Church, Punta Gorda
Showcase Italian composers with a little bit of light-hearted Italian seasoning in the mix.
Enchanting Music at Twilight: February 19, 2022, 4 p.m.
Charlotte Performing Arts Center, Punta Gorda
The Charlotte Chorale will bring you a special concert performed by the internationally acclaimed pianist, Tianshu Wang. A "superbly talented pianist," Steinway Artist Tianshu Wang has graced concert stages worldwide. Tickets and reservations for this concert are separate from The Charlotte Chorale concert tickets.
Tickets and reservations can be purchased by calling the ticket office 941-204-0033. Individual concert tickets are $25 adults/$10 students, or season tickets (three concerts) are $65 adults /$25 students. Tickets for the special concert featuring Dr. Tianshu Wang are $40 adults/$20 students.
(96 West Dearborn St., Englewood)
Separate Beds: Sep. 8 to Sep 26, 2021
Fox on the Fairway: Oct. 20 to Nov. 7, 2021
A Child's Christmas in Wales: Dec. 1 to 19, 2021
Old Ringers: Jan. 19 to Feb. 13, 2022
The Prisoner of Second Avenue: March 9 to April 3, 2022
The Psychic: April 27 to May 15, 2022
The Savannah Sipping Society: June 8 to 26, 2022
Langdon Playhouse (1182 Market Circle, Port Charlotte)
Temperatures are taken upon arrival. Masks are required. Social distancing will take place in the theater.
Langdon Playhouse Plays
4 Beekman: Sept.10 to 19
Vanya, Sonia: Oct. 8 to 17
A Nice Family Christmas: Nov. 5 to 14
Exit Laughing: Jan. 6 to 16
Bell, Book & Candle: Feb. 4 to 20
Curtain Up: March 11 to 27
Burglar In My Bed: April 13 to 24
Wedding Belles: May 13 to 22
Langdon Playhouse Special Events
Squawk The “Bird" Show: Nov. 27
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: Dec. 1 to 5
New Year's Eve Show: Dec. 31
Cahal Dunne: Feb. 27
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center Special Events
Edwards Twins: Feb. 7 and 8
Late Night Catechism: Feb. 16
John Denver Tribute: Feb. 28
Martin & Lewis Tribute: March 8
Comedy for a Cause: Sept. 17
Oak Ridge Boys: March 28
". . . the arts are a powerful and important part of what unites us as Americans. The arts celebrate our differences through a collective, shared experience."
-- National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Mary Anne Carter
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Charlotte Arts and member events were cancelled because of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) on March 23, 2020. Some member organizations cancelled their events and hours of operation for the season and others are open and following CDC guidance. Please confirm the status of any event or organization by contacting the organization.
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Century: A People’s History of Charlotte County
This 270-page volume includes more than 500 full-color photos, charts, maps, and graphs. James Abraham, editor and publisher, produced Century as a labor of love to commemorate the county’s 100th anniversary.
The book is what Abraham calls a cafeteria-style read. Information is delivered in four ways: his own narrative, a chronology, essays from other historians or community experts and elected officials, and an assortment of full-color visuals. The forms not only complement one another but offer discrete entry points for readers to absorb history at one’s own pace and inclination.
Century is available on Amazon, at Copperfish Books in Punta Gorda, or by contacting Abraham at 941-258-4920.
Charlotte County Centennial Events
Charlotte County was created on April 23, 1921, when Gov. Cary A. Hardee signed a bill passed two days earlier by the Florida Legislature that divided DeSoto County into Charlotte, Hardee, Highlands, Glades and DeSoto counties. Learn more about the county's history and events to celebrate the anniversary at https://www.charlottecounty100.com/
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is on hiatus for the summer months.
Monday morning sessions will resume in October. We paint every Monday, 8:30 a.m. to Noon. Anyone with a desire to paint outside may join us any Monday. There are no fees and no instruction. For those who wish, at 11:15 a.m. paintings are shared and discussed. This group meets at a different location each week. Details are posted on the website. Email peaceriverpainters@gmail.com.
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Support Charlotte Arts
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Give a gift of membership to Charlotte Arts. The membership helps ensure the success and vibrancy of the entire cultural community. Memberships for artists, individuals and families are $50, nonprofit, government and university-based organizations are $75 and businesses are $100. If you already are a member, thank you. Please encourage others to support Charlotte Arts by becoming a member.
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Are you shopping on Amazon? Amazon will donate 0.5% to Charlotte Arts of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases.
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Purchase the "State of the Arts" license plate tags. A portion comes back to Charlotte County to support quality arts and humanities programs, including Arts in Education classroom grants. Charlotte Arts is pleased to offer grants in support of teachers within Charlotte County Public Schools who incorporate arts and humanities into their curriculum. Charlotte Arts has awarded a total of $143,195 in grants, providing arts and cultural programs to more than 52,600 students. Charlotte Arts is anticipating offering additional grants in January for the 2020-2021 school year with support received from the Florida license plate.
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