MAY 2017 | SCENE 83 Fogartyville presents Kevin So in Concert MAY 19, 8 PM Kevin So is one of the most exciting and powerful singers and songwriters to emerge from the Boston music scene. Making a name for himself as a boundary-stretching singer and songwriter, So’s original blend of pop, R+B, and hip hop has garnered the attention and praise from Billy Bragg, Martin Sexton, Mary Lou Lord, Richie Havens, David Wilcox, and Keb Mo. The Boston Globe described So as “Riveting...impeccable.” Fans all over the world have caught on to So’s lyrical truths and his knack for engaging people through his music, intense storytelling, and foot-stomping performances. Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota fogartyville.org selby.org Art Center Sarasota presents Cycle 5 OPENING RECEPTION, FREE TO THE PUBLIC: MAY 25, 5 – 7 PM EXHIBITS: MAY 25 – JUNE 30 Art Center Sarasota’s 2016- 2017 exhibition season, termed Common Ground, continues with four new exhibits. The Third Entity in Gallery One is a collaborative show exhibiting works in surrealism by Amy Ernst and Amy Ragus. MASHterpieces IV, in Gallery Two, is a benefit exhibit partnering with Goodwill Manasota. Parallel Realities, in Gallery Three, is a group show featuring regional artists Nathan Freda, Sooky Kim, Yanuary Narravo and Cheryl Webber (Jujmo). Unlimited Potential in Gallery Four is a members-only, allmedia, all-subject juried exhibition. Art Center Sarasota 707 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota artsarasota.org arts&culture Alfstad& Contemporary presents Andrea Dasha Reich: Off the Wall EXHIBIT: THROUGH MAY 28 TUES – SAT 11 AM – 5 PM Winding down Alfstad& Contemporary’s fourth season is a solo exhibition, Off the Wall, by contemporary abstract artist Andrea Dasha Reich. Calling on a background in fashion and textile design, her newest work showcases latex art as tapestry and ArtWear and unveils her most recent additions to her acclaimed Fusion Series. Dedicated to staying true to her signature style, the artist has taken the core qualities of her previous work and transformed it into something fresh, expressive and equally beautiful. Alfstad& Contemporary presents Marsha Owett: Fifty Shades of Red EXHIBIT: Through May 28 TUES – SAT 11 AM – 5 PM Alfstad& Contemporary will present Fifty Shades Of Red, the second solo exhibition of New York-based artist Marsha Owett. Sex and photography are combined to manipulate perception. Desire to capture or prolong a moment can blur some details as it brings others into heightened focus. In Marsha Owett’s latest body of work, Fifty Shades of Red, we’re never quite sure what we’re looking at, but we can’t help but feel it. Alfstad& Contemporary 1419 5th Street, Sarasota alfstadand.com
20068SS
To see the actual publication please follow the link above