Culture worthy of your calendar

'Chicago' (that sexy musical) comes back to Orlando

Murder, greed, corruption, and adultery have paved the way for that sexiest of musicals – "Chicago" – to celebrate 13 years on Broadway, making the record-breaking hit musical the sixth longest-running musical in Broadway history. "Chicago's" "glitz and glamour" will play at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre from June 15-20. Set amidst the decadence of the 1920s, "Chicago" is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife who murders her on-the-side lover. To avoid almost certain conviction, Roxie hires a slick criminal lawyer who transforms her into a national 'celebrity,' a theme that hits home big-time in Orlando today! "Chicago" is the winner of six 1997 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival and has become a worldwide phenomenon with productions in 24 countries and 11 languages. Tickets can be purchased at the Amway Arena Box Office and all Ticketmaster locations. Online purchases can be made at www.OrlandoBroadway.com or charge by phone at 800-982-2787.

The Dali Museum becomes history

It will require a little drive, but for true art aficionados who have a sense of history, the Dali Museum in St. Petersburg has announced its final exhibit in the old building. Called "Sharing Salvador," the exhibit is open now through December 2010, while their magnificent new Museum building takes shape on St. Pete's waterfront. "Sharing Salvador" tells the story of how the Dali Museum and collection came to St. Petersburg decades ago. The exhibit presents a selection of paintings, objects and photographs accompanied by an historical narrative, which pays homage to the Museum's benefactors — the Morse family. Visit www.thedali.org/sharing for more details. The address is 1000 S. Third Street in St. Petersburg.

'The Growing Bolder TV' makes history

The brainchild of popular Orlando TV anchors Marc Middleton and Bill Shafer, "The Growing Bolder TV Show" has been selected by American Public Television as one of a very few new programs for national distribution. Beginning in September, every PBS Station in the country will receive the show (which originates in Orlando) in high definition. We have watched segments locally, learning more about this Orlando-based TV program that proves "it's not growing older; it's about growing bolder." Now Marc and Bill are asking us to help spread the word and insure that GBTV is on in every market in America. Marc Middleton (14 years at WESH TV) is founder and CEO of Bolder Broadcasting; he currently hosts the show. His partner Bill Shafer, executive vice president of the Bolder Media Group, has been one of Florida's most honored journalists for nearly three decades.

'Hot Summer Nights'

"Hot Summer Nights!" has become an annual art show and sale featuring work from the studio artists of Gallery on First in Sanford. This year's show — with a "tropical themed reception" — will open Saturday, June 5 from 6-9 p.m. in the heart of downtown Sanford. Gallery on First features eight working artist studios, which are open to the public. Resident artists Cherie Dacko, Stewart Jones, Cindy Sturla, Stan Surman, Debra LaPallo Ryan, Bob Garron, Robert Holewinski, Sharon Rae Hyder, Lori Anne Harris, and Aurore Brunet will be represented by 'sale-priced' fine art that includes acrylics, oils, pastels, pottery, watercolor, charcoals and mixed media. Since the exhibition space is adjacent to the artists' studios, visitors may view finished artwork, as well as works currently in progress in each artist's creative environment. Gallery on First is at 211 E. First Street in downtown Sanford. Call 407-323-2774 or visit www.galleryonfirst.com.