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2019 Arts & Entertainment Season Preview

In honor of the Orlando Science Center’s upcoming Pompeii exhibit, we drafted a roving Roman as a tour guide to the 2019-2020 arts season. A tribute to an ancient city that was frozen in time highlights a red-hot Central Florida cultural season. Fear not: We’re here with our arts season guide to keep you grounded.

Michael McLeod,

Spotlight: Boss Fringe

TJ Dawe devises his own offbeat theater roles—and helps other performers develop theirs.

Michael McLeod,

Fine Wine and Dine

Happening March 15-17, enjoy fine wine and dining all in support of the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation.

Joseph Hayes,

The Fringe Festival: Stupendous Send-Ups

The Fringe Festival will feature parodies aplenty, with targets ranging from “Star Wars” to “Stranger Things.” Plus much more at the two-week theatrical extravaganza.

Michael McLeod,

African American Composers: Striking a Chord

A Bach Festival concert celebrates three African American classical composers whose talents shone despite racist obstacles.

Michael McLeod,

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.

Michael McLeod,

Food and Wine Pairing for the Holidays

Dino Roussia's recommendations to make a memorable holiday meal.

Dino Roussia,

Culinary Delights at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival

Dino Roussia provides an insider’s look into the longest and most recognized food and wine events in the world at Walt Disney World’s Epcot.

Dino Roussia,

Food Fairs

The fare is varied at culinary festivals cranking up for the fall. Here’s a guide to some favored feasts.

Joseph Hayes,

Fringe-tastic

The festival of relevant irreverence celebrates 25 years.

Michael McLeod,

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.

Michael McLeod,

Red, Ripe Goodness

Everyone knows strawberries are delicious, but they can also provide you with plenty of health benefits.

Loraine O’Connell,

Celebration of Taste

Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival marks 20 years with noteworthy new offerings.

Kristen Manieri,

The 2015 Pet Guide: Pet Events

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