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This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Orlando Central Florida area through April 17th.  The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Etc, On-Going and Plan Ahead.  There is surely something for everyone. 

 

ART

 

CAFFEINE FOR THE ARTISTIC SOUL ART SHOW

            What:             pop, graffiti, modern & digital art from local artists

When:            April 10 – 5 -10pm

            Where:          Full Sail

                                    3300 University Blvd.

                                    Winter Park

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-679-0100

 

THE GREAT PUBLIC ART CHALLENGE

            What:             2 hours to find 7 pieces of art and complete tasks, prizes and

                                    walking involved.

When:            April 12 – 2 - 4pm

            Where:          Orange County Administration Center

                                    201 S. Rosalind Ave.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

           

HIPPIES USE SIDE DOOR

            When:            through May 10

            Where:          Boom-Art Gallery

                                    1821 N. Orange Ave.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-281-0246

 

JURIED STUDENT ART EXHIBIT

            When:            through April 28

            Where:          Seminole Community College Fine Arts Gallery

                                    100 Weldon Blvd.

                                    Sanford

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-708-2040

 

SPRING SHOW

            What:             works by Frank Milo, Stefano Cecchini, Thomas Arvid &

others

When:            through April 30

            Where:          Grand Bohemian Gallery

                                    325 S. Orange Ave.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-581-4801

 

HARRIET LAKE:  THE CLOSET

            When:            through June 22

            Where:          Mennello Museum of American Art

                                    900 E. Princeton St.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $8 adults, $7 senior, $5 students, children under 12 free

            Contact:        407-246-4278

 

 

MUSIC

 

AL JARREAU

            When:            April 10 – 8pm

            Where:          Hard Rock Live

                                    6050 Universal Blvd.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $45 - 65

            Contact:        407-351-5483

 

BUDDY GUY AND THE LOS LONELY BOYS

            When:            April 11 – 8pm

            Where:          House of Blues

                                    1490 E. Buena Vista Drive

                                    Lake Buena Vista

            Cost:              $38.50 advance, $41.50 day of the show

            Contact:        407-934-2583

 

BACH FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA

            What:             Mahler’s Symphony #2

When:            April 12 – 8pm

                        April 13 -  3pm

            Where:          Knowles Memorial Chapel

                                    1000 Holt Ave

                                    Winter Park

            Cost:              $20 - 45

            Contact:        407-646-2182

 

ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

            What:             “Beethoven Lives Upstairs”

When:            April 13 – 3pm

            Where:          Bob Carr Performing Arts Center

                                    401 W. Livingston St.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $16 adults, $8 ages 3-12

            Contact:        407-849-2577

 

TODD RUNDGREN

            When:            April 14 – 8pm

            Where:          Hard Rock Live

                                    6050 Universal Blvd.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $35

            Contact:        407-351-5483

 

LIFEHOUSE

            When:            April 16 – 8pm

            Where:          Hard Rock Live

                                    6050 Universal Blvd.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $25 - 32.50

            Contact:        407-351-5483

 

VALENCIA STRING ENSEMBLE

            When:            April 17 – 1pm

            Where:          Valencia Community College East

                                    701 N. Econlockhatchee Trail

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-582-2329

 

 

THEATER

 

I NEVER SAW ANOTHER BUTTERFLY

            What:             by Irena Synkova about children, The Holocaust and a little

                                    world of laughter

When:            April 11 – 7:30pm

                        April 12 – 2:30 & 7:30pm

                        April 13 – 2:30pm

            Where:          Orlando Repertory Theatre

                                    1001 E. Princeton St

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $15 adults, $10 ages 17 and younger

            Contact:        407-896-7365

 

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT

            What:             Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical

When:            April 11 through April 20

Fridays & Saturdays – 7:30pm

Sundays – 2pm

            Where:          Helen Stairs Theatre

                                    203 Magnolia Ave

                                    Sanford

            Cost:              $15 -23 adults, $10 students

            Contact:        407-321-8111

 

MID-LIFE:  THE CRISIS MUSICAL

            What:             production of the Jim & Bob Walton musical

When:            through April 19

                        Fridays - 7:30pm

                        Saturdays – 2 & 7:30pm

            Where:          Winter Park Playhouse

                                    711-B Orange Ave.

                                    Winter Park

            Cost:              $30 general, $28 seniors, $22 matinees, $20 students and

                                    industry professionals

           

LEMONADE

            What:             Doug Ba’aser and Tommy Wooten comedy

When:            April 12 & 19 – 8pm

            Where:          Footlight Theater – Parliament House

410 N. Orange Blossom Trail

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $10

            Contact:        407-540-0317

 

I HAVE BEFORE ME A REMARKABLE DOCUMENT GIVEN TO ME BY A YOUNG LADY FROM RWANDA

            What:             by Sonja Linden

When:            through April 20

                        Thursdays – Saturdays – 7:30pm

                        Sundays – 2:30pm

Where:          Mad Cow Theatre

                        105 S Magnolia Ave.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $24 & $26

 

JOHNNY GUITAR

            What:             Martin Silvetri and Joel Higgins musical

When:            April 17 through April 27

Thursdays – 3pm

Fridays – 8pm

Saturdays – 3 & 8pm

Sundays – 4pm

            Where:          Plaza Theatre

                                    425 N. Bumby Ave

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $39.5

            Contact:        407-228-1220

 

 

AUTHORS

 

JOHN MANRIQUE

            What:             signing by the author of Ocean Raton

When:            April 11 – 6:30pm

            Where:          Urban Think! Bookstore

                                    625 E. Central Ave

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-650-8004

 

FRANK RICH

            What:             NY Times journalist and author speaking on “Art, Culture

                                    and Politics”

When:            April 12 – 7:30pm

            Where:          Harold & Ted Alfond Sports CenterRollins College

                                    1000 Holt Ave.

                                    Winter Park

            Cost:              Free

 

 

ETC

 

MR. RICHARD

            What:             musical storytelling

When:            April 10 – 10am

            Where:          Barnes & Noble

                                    481 N. Alafaya Trail

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-275-1765

 

STARS OF TOMORROW

            What:             showcasing Orlando Ballet School’s emerging talent

When:            April 11 - 8pm

                        April 12 - 2 & 8pm

            Where:          Dr. Phillips Center of Performing Arts

                                    1111 N. Orange Ave.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $20

            Contact:        407-426-1739

 

BREWS AROUND THE ZOO

            What:             sample a variety of beers and regional cuisine with music

When:            April 12 – 6 - 9pm

            Where:          Central Florida Zoo

                                    3755 NW Hwy 17-92

                                    Sanford

            Cost:              $25, $10 designated drive

            Contact:        407-323-4450

 

PET FAIR

            What:             pageants, crafts, children’s activities, etc.

When:            April 12 & 13 – 10am - 5pm

Where:          Orlando Loch Haven Park

                                    Mills Ave & Pricenton St

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $12, free to children under 11 & Orlando Science Members

            Contact:        407-514-2000

 

54TH ANNUAL BAHIA SHRINER’S CIRCUS

When:            April 12 & 13 – 1:30 – 5:30pm

            Where:          University of Central Florida Arena

                                    North Gemini Blvd.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $14

           

FAMILY FESTIVAL

            What:             rides and activities

When:            April 13 – 10am – 5pm

            Where:          Lake Eola Park

                                    1 N. Rosalind Ave

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free + some rides ticketed separately

            Contact:        407-645-5933

 

SIERRA CLUB

            What:             Florida’s Showcase Green Envirohome

When:            April 16 – 7 – 8:45pm

            Where:          Harry P. Leu Gardens

                                    1920 N. Forest Ave

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

 

CENTRAL FLORIDA FAIR

            When:            April 17 – 27

                                    10am – 10pm

            Where:          Central Florida Fairgrounds

                                    4603 W. Colonial Drive

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $5 advance, $10 gate; students & seniors $5 advance, $7

                                    gate; children 6-10 $2 advance, $5 gate; children under 5

                                    free; Family 4-pack $80 advance, $96 gate

           

ORANGE AUDUBON PROGRAM

            What:             Riverine Turtles of Florida

When:            April 17 – 7pm

            Where:          Harry P. Leu Gardens

                                    1920 N. Forest Ave

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

 

 

ON-GOING

 

OPEN MIKE POETRY

When:            Wednesdays – 8pm

            Where:          Cup O Soul

                                    906 W. Fairbanks Ave

                                    Winter Park

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-647-7685

 

BECKETT FESTIVAL

            What:             several plays

When:            through April 20 – check for times and schedule

            Where:          Orlando Shakespeare Theater

                                    812 E. Rollins St.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $20 general, $15 students and seniors,

                                    3-day pass - $45 general, $30 students and seniors

            Contact:        407-328-9005

 

EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL

What:             15th Annual show with the Flower Power Series nightly at 5:45, 7 & 8.

When:            through June 1

            Where:          Epcot

                                    10000 Buena Vista Blvd.

                                    Lake Buena Vista

            Cost:              park admission - $70 adults, $60 children

 

PAINT THE TOWN

            What:             works from traditional to contemporary

When:            through June 1 -  8am – 9pm

            Where:          Orlando City Hall Terrace Gallery

                                    400 S. Orange Ave.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

 

 

PLAN AHEAD

 

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

            What:             Joseph Robinette play adapted from the C. S. Lewis novel

When:            April 18 through May 25

Fridays – 7pm

Saturdays – 2 & 7pm

Sundays – 2pm

            Where:          Orlando Repertory Theatre

                                    1001 E. Princeton St.

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $15 adults, $10 children 17 and younger

            Contact:        407-896-7365

 

GREAT AMERICAN PIE FESTIVAL

            What:             baking competitions, demonstrations & games

When:            April 19– 11am – 7pm

                        April 20 – noon – 5pm

            Where:          Lakeside Park

                                    631 Sycamore St

                                    Celebration

            Cost:              $10 adults, $5 seniors and children

            Contact:        407-566-2200

 

INTERNATIONAL FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

            What:             entertainment and cooking demonstrations

When:            April 19– 5 – 9pm

            Where:          Avalon Park

                                    13001 Founders Square Drive

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-658-6565

 

ORANGE TREE ANTIQUES SHOW

            What:             19TH & 20TH century pottery, glass, porcelain, books, et.c

When:            April 11 – noon - 5pm

                        April 12 – 10am – 5pm

                        April 13 – 11am – 4pm

            Where:          Maitland Civic Center

                                    641 S. Maitland Ave

                                    Maitland

            Cost:              $4

 

 

WICKED

            What:             touring production

When:            April 23 through May 4

Tuesdays - Saturdays – 8pm

Sundays – 1pm

2pm Matinees – April 24, 26, 30

6:30pm – April 27

            Where:          Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre

                                    401 W. Livingston St

                                    Orlando

            Cost:              $35 - 90

            Contact:        407-849-2577

 

KID FEST

            What:             activities and refreshments

When:            May 3 – 10am – 3pm

            Where:          Cranes Roost Park

                                    Altamonte Springs Drive

                                    Altamonte Springs

            Cost:              Free

            Contact:        407-571-8863

 

 

For information on Seminole County real estate and  Seminole County homes for sale in addition to  Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your  Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034.  Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his profile & website

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Marc Grossman
Marc It Sold! - Longwood, FL
GRI, Greater Orlando Real Estate Broker
Andrew - Glad you enjoyed!  I know, I've found myself on there as well.  It's addictive and quite cool!  There are times I've said, 'OK, just another word."  Of course, then it's another and another....
Apr 07, 2008 10:04 AM
Lisa Heindel
Crescent City Living LLC - New Orleans, LA
New Orleans Real Estate Broker

Love, love the idea of Brew at the Zoo and the reduced price for designated drivers is terrific!

Now, what's this about a dictionary???? Share, please :)

Apr 07, 2008 12:34 PM
Marc Grossman
Marc It Sold! - Longwood, FL
GRI, Greater Orlando Real Estate Broker
Lisa - Is that a cool idea or what?  It's this Sat, but I'm not sure if I can go or find a designated driver.  OK, so here's the link to the site that Andrew is referring to.  http://www.freerice.com/index.php  It's really cool!  It's basically a vocabulary program and they donate rice to the United Nations World Food Program for every right one you get.  It's quite enjoyable to me, but then again, I guess I'm somewhat of a dork in that respect. 
Apr 07, 2008 01:02 PM
Lola Audu
Lola Audu~Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI Real Estate - Grand Rapids, MI
Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI ~Welcome Home!
Very nice ecclectic list.  Al Jarreau concert brought back good memories...You all are lucky to have so many interesting options.
Apr 07, 2008 03:04 PM
Bill Gassett
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Hopkinton, MA
Metrowest Massachusetts Real Estate
Wow that is quite a list Marc. Good to keep everybody up to speed on the various performances in your area.
Apr 07, 2008 11:39 PM
Lisa Spalding
Casa Latino Four Corners, REALTOR, CDPE - Longwood, FL
REALTOR, CDPE
Wow!   There is SO much to do.  Hmm.  Maybe the Food and Wine Festival...  :)
Apr 08, 2008 04:52 AM
Marc Grossman
Marc It Sold! - Longwood, FL
GRI, Greater Orlando Real Estate Broker

Lola - Yes, we surely are very lucky to have such a mix.

Bill - Thank you sir!

Lisa - You know there is a lot to do here, but sometimes we do forget or overlook certain things.

Apr 08, 2008 06:23 AM
Jason Sardi
Auto & Home & Life Insurance throughout North Carolina - Charlotte, NC
Your Agent for Life
Grossman - Holy cow man!  Lots going on down there...eccentric to say the least.  Lucky for those living in Central Florida, reasons for Tourists to make the trip.
Apr 08, 2008 01:10 PM
Marc Grossman
Marc It Sold! - Longwood, FL
GRI, Greater Orlando Real Estate Broker
Jason - Thanks, man!  OK, so when are you coming down!! 
Apr 09, 2008 03:55 AM
Celeste "SALLY" Cheeseman
Liberty Homes - Mililani, HI
(RA) AHWD CRS ePRO OAHU HAWAII REAL ESTATE
Caffeine caught my attention! Is this an artistic soul show with coffee?  I'm serious. :)
Apr 09, 2008 06:10 AM
Marc Grossman
Marc It Sold! - Longwood, FL
GRI, Greater Orlando Real Estate Broker
Sally - Actually, it's an art show, but here is the full description of it:  T.i.OWN Design on April 10th at Full Sail Real World Education is pushing the envelope on expanding the arts in Orlando with pop art, graffiti, modern art, and digital art in Winter Park and surrounding communities. The show kicks off at 5 p.m. at the Full Sail Building 3 back lot for a night of inspiration. They will be having pieces submitted by local artists, live music and tons of food for the the soul. Admission is free to come in and meet and network with some of your local artists.
Apr 09, 2008 06:38 AM
Jason Sardi
Auto & Home & Life Insurance throughout North Carolina - Charlotte, NC
Your Agent for Life
.....Hopefully soon man.....
Apr 09, 2008 07:40 AM