Author: Michael McLeod
The Healing: A Year After Pulse
In the aftermath of Pulse, a cross section of caring souls has emerged to help mend a community—and themselves.
All Play and No Work: 10 Central Florida Staycations
No planes or trains involved. A refreshing, fun holiday is just a short drive away at these 10 Central Florida resorts and destinations.
Melodious Madness
The all-day Accidental Music Festival features 18 ensembles and soloists performing in succession.
Billy Collins: Poet in Residence
Whether he's writing about mice or memory, his humor and heart shine through. Billy Collins is perhaps the most popular poet in the country, living quietly among us.
Fringe Binge
Orlando’s freewheeling performance festival is back with its 26th edition. Even the devil is in the details—so read on for some shows not to be missed.
When You Wish Upon a Spoof
"Disenchanted" casts Disney princesses in a delicious new light
Contrasting Beauty
Exhibits at Snap! Space and Cornell Museum explore the portrayals of African Americans in art.
Stage Flight
"An American in Paris” transports you to an exhilarating world of music, dance, dance and more dance.
Let's Hear It for a Crowd
Eric Jacobsen and the Orlando Philharmonic will play a world premiere work of Lisa Bielawa, who finds artistry amid the noise.
Orlando's Music Beat: Part 1
From jazz to rock, blues to metal, we present 20 music acts that call Orlando home.
Orlando's Music Beat: Part 2
From jazz to rock, blues to metal, we present 20 music acts that call Orlando home.
Moving Snap! Shots
Gallery owners Patrick and Holly Kahn offer powerful exhibits showcasing photographer Roger Ballen, as well as Pulse tribute images.
Messages of Peace
Offerings at the Global Peace Film Festival include a documentary about the Pulse nightclub tragedy.
Artists on the Move
A big sale this weekend precedes McRae Art Studios' departure from Winter Park. Where to next?
Arts & Entertainment Season Preview
Orlando’s rapidly expanding cultural scene presents a fresh array of theater, music, art, comedy, dance—even a stellar speaker.
Dream Performances
A multitude of Broadway and Orlando performers gather for back-to-back shows to benefit LGBT groups—and lift a city’s spirit.
The Best of Us
One terrible day in June changed Orlando forever. But the worst acts imaginable carried out by a gunman inside the Pulse nightclub ultimately brought out the best in our community. We reflect on what we lost, and how our reaction to it will shape the image of Orlando the world will come to know.
50 Most Powerful: 15 to Watch
These leaders are also making a mark in our community.
50 Most Powerful People 2016
Our annual list comprises politicians, entrepreneurs, educators, artists, philanthropists and others who are instrumental in shaping our community.
Get Thee to the Fringe!
Here are 10-must see shows. Snag your tickets. Now.
Fringe-tastic
The festival of relevant irreverence celebrates 25 years.
Arts Beat: Parting Gift
The Orlando Philharmonic’s Eric Jacobsen says goodbye to his longtime string quartet cohorts in a concert on April 27.
Transported By Cab
Four remarkable headliners make the 14th annual Orlando Cabaret Festival a can’t-miss event.
Still Blooming
The Florida Film Festival took root 25 years ago in an art movie house named after an Alpine flower. The story of how it became a crowd pleaser is one of family ties and a dedication to goodness over glitz.
Florida Film Festival
A peek at some of the films being featured at the 25th annual Florida Film Festival.
Arts Beat: Opera's 2nd Act
Florida Opera Theatre has a new name, with a celebration and April performances coming up.
Arts Beat: Visual Force
The 'Women of Vision' photography exhibit at Orlando Museum of Art offers a stunning emotional journey.
Literal Interpretations
Writers Matthew Salesses and Kristen Arnett will read from their works Saturday night.
Arts Beat: Join the Club
'Blair Witch’ producer Robin Cowie organizes gatherings for those with tales to tell.
Arts Beat: Driving Force
Reflections on the debt that "Star Wars'' owes to science fiction author Frank Herbert and "Dune.''
Arts Beat: Sixties Flashback
A photography exhibit explores The Fab Four and The Stones, while a film documents the rise and fall of Janis Joplin.
A Really Big Show
The new kid in town grew up fast. Here’s a look back at the stellar first year of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Arts Beat: Callas Up Close
Florida Opera Theatre explores the legendary soprano as teacher in “Master Class.’’
Arts Beat: Riches at Rollins
On Thursday, actor LeVar Burton speaks on the power of storytelling, and photographer Jess T. Dugan discusses her compelling exhibit.
Arts Beat: Live Wires
Excitement (and fog) are in the air as Orlando Ballet and orchestra stage weekend performances of “Giselle.”
Community Angels
They help get the vote out, minister to the homeless, counsel the grieving, give kids a sense of purpose.
Arts Beat Exclusive!!!!
Bat Boy Found Living at The Abbey!!!!
Arts Beat: The City Creative
Cole NeSmith and company take to the downtown streets again with a night of artistic bliss.
Arts Beat: Peace Offerings
The Global Peace Film Festival is screening 57 new movies at three locations through Oct. 4.
Millennial Maestro
A young cellist and conductor with the world on a string leads the Orlando Philharmonic into a new era.
Arts Beat: Lady of the House
Dee Roscioli's sendups of showbiz goddesses turn the "Spamalot'' silliness up a notch.
Arts Beat: Clean Slate
Performance artist Brian Feldman returns to Orlando to explore quirky adventures in dishwashing and leaving phone messages.
Arts Beat: Body of Work
Six artists participate in an otherworldly sketching session at Orlando Science Center.
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