Find Your Boat and More! Dateline, Sunday, March 1st, 2020, Aaron Bessant Park, Panama City Beach, Florida. The annual Emerald Coast Boat and Lifestyle Show had just concluded a weekend with beautiful weather, record-setting attendance, and dealers reporting yet another year of tremendous sales, welcoming new members to their boating families. Then, less than two weeks later, the world changed, as did boating. Already going through a historic popularity boom on the Emerald Coast, boating saw demand skyrocket as families took to more outdoor activities. This brought additional challenges as manufacturers battled production shutdowns and supply chain issues resulting in an inventory shortage. But like a fisherman getting back at it after a tough trip, today is like a new day on the water for boating and the Emerald Coast Boat and Lifestyle Show, which returns to its picturesque home venue adjacent to Pier Park March 3-5 in Panama City Beach. The continued growth of new homes and waterfront developments throughout Bay County and the 30A Corridor continues to drive demand for not only boats but also products and services that encompass the ‘Coastal Lifestyle.’ “Even in the past few years when we couldn’t have the show because our dealer and lifestyle partners didn’t have the necessary inventory, we knew once that challenge was resolved, we’d be able to bring the show back,” said Chris Miller of Wheels Up Events which hosts the event. “This show helped us expand our business from having just one location in Orange Beach to... Read More

NFB returns to the Mattie Kelly Arts Center stage in the spring on Sat., March 11 at 7:30 p.m. and Sun., March 12 at 2:30 p.m. for a trip to Neverland with Peter Pan. Complete with magical sets and mesmerizing costumes, NFB’s production includes a cast of international guest artists and company members who will take audiences on a spectacular journey in this two-act production. Led by NFB Artistic Director and CEO Todd Eric Allen, the creative team includes the ballet’s choreographer Katia Garza and scenery projection designer Israel Rodriguez. NFB Music Director David Ott will conduct the talented musicians of the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra, providing live musical accompaniment for Peter Pan. A VIP party exclusively for season subscribers, cast, staff and special guests will also occur immediately following the March 11 performance. Peter Pan is brought to you by Season Signature Media Sponsor Scarlett Magazine. NFB is sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. Tickets: www.nfballet.org/peter-pan. The post Northwest FL Ballet Presents Peter Pan March 11-2 appeared first on South Walton Life | 30A News, Events and Community Information. Read More

​  Award-winning poet and author Naomi Shihab Nye is this year’s featured READS honorarium author. Open and free to the community. Nye will share excerpts from two of her published books: A book of poetry titled Voices in the Air A book of short stories titled There is No Long Distance Now Among her accolades, Nye served as the Poetry Foundation’s Young Poet Laureate from 2019-2022. Nye has said that, for her, “the primary source of poetry has always been local life, random characters met on the streets, our own ancestry sifting down to us through small essential daily tasks.” There will be a book signing, with two of her works available to purchase, following her reading. The post Naomi Shihab Nye appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  Join Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage in this live musical spectacular. This smash hit musical features all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and fi nd themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. This brand new musical from Dreamworks (Shrek The Musical) will leave audiences with no choice but to “Move It, Move It!”! TICKETS: $35 $25 for youth under age 18 *Tickets will be available 8/29/2022. The post Madagascar appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

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​  Student Art Preparation Clinic: March 13-16 Opening Reception: April 7, 6-8PM Student Show: April 7 – May 9 Faculty Show: April 7– June 29 For more information about our exhibitions or how to host an event, please contact Galleries Director J. Wren Supak at artgalleries@nwfsc.edu. CLICK HERE FOR OUR 2022-2023 SEASON CALENDAR The post Arnie Hart Art Show 2023 appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  ON YOUR FEET! is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage and two people who believed in their talent—and each other—to become an international sensation: Gloria and Emilio Estefan. Now their story is an all new exhilarating original musical winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike. ON YOUR FEET! features some of the most iconic songs of the past quarter-century, including “Rhythm is Gonna Get You,” “Conga,” “Get On Your Feet,” “Don’t Want To Lose You Now,” “1-2-3” and “Coming Out of the Dark.” Prepare to be on your feet from start to finish!   *Tickets will be available 8/29/2022. The post On Your Feet appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  https://mattiekellyartscenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/MOMIX-Alice-Official-30Secpromo_1.mp4 Under the direction of Moses Pendleton, one of America’s most innovative and widely performed choreographers and directors, MOMIX is recognized internationally for presenting work of exceptional innovation and physical artistry. Pendleton’s latest work takes the audience on a fun adventure with Lewis Carroll’s most beloved character, Alice. The audience is greeted with characters like the Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts and even the caterpillar through original props, innovative illusions, and inventive choreography.   *Tickets will be available 8/29/2022. The post Momix appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  Opening Reception and Live Demo: January 27, 2023 6-8 PM Exhibition: January 27 – March 31, 2023 For more information about our exhibitions or how to host an event, please contact Galleries Director J. Wren Supak at artgalleries@nwfsc.edu. CLICK HERE FOR OUR 2022-2023 SEASON CALENDAR The post Figure Paintings by Dr. Nan Liu appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More