Josh Garrick: Culture for Your Calendar

Now to Feb. 27 – ‘I Left My Heart: A Salute to Tony Bennett’

This new musical revue features three tenors paying tribute to the man Sinatra called “the greatest singer in the world.” With a thrilling score of 40 standards all recorded by Mr. Bennett, the show includes the hit songs “Stranger in Paradise,” “The Best is Yet to Come,” “Rags to Riches,” and his best known hit, “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.” Presented by the good folks at the Winter Park Playhouse (who do this kind of thing very well), call 407-645-0145 or visit winterparkplayhouse.org

Now to April 15 – Big Bugs at Leu Gardens

Beginning Jan. 15, the ever-beautiful Leu Gardens will be invaded by an unforgettable collection of Gargantuan-scale-bug-sculptures created by artist David Rogers. The sculptures were created using all-natural materials such as trees and branches with the effect being a “Honey I Shrunk the Kids” role reversal of dimension and perception. A free Insect Hunt Adventure Guide is available to help discover the Big Bugs hiding throughout the gardens. Visit leugardens.org/bigbugs

Jan. 22 – The grand opera: ‘Aida’

When grand opera is mentioned, the first opera that comes to mind is Verdi’s magnificent “Aida.” Ancient Egypt comes to Daytona Beach in Teatro Lirico D’Europa’s “Aida,” one of the most spectacular operas of all time. In the story, Ethiopian princess Aida is captured and forced into slavery in Egypt. There she meets the military commander, Radames, who struggles between his love for Aida and his loyalty to the Pharaoh. This presentation of the Daytona Beach Symphony Society is presented with a 40-piece orchestra and English supertitles. Call 386-671-3460 or visit dbss.org

Jan. 22 to Feb. 21 – ART (a play) at Mad Cow Theatre

In the play titled “ART,” Serge has purchased a peculiar painting for an exorbitant sum of money only to have Serge’s acquisition met with confusion and disgust from his longtime friend. The painting is a white canvas with white diagonal lines. How could Serge have been deceived into valuing something so silly? In this Tony Award-winning comedy, playwright Yasmina Reza digs under the surface of sophistication to find the root of our attractions and obsessions. For tickets, call 407-297-8788 or visit madcowtheatre.com

Jan. 22 – Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage

Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage brings five decades of Star Trek’s symphonic music to concert halls for the first time in a lavish production that includes a live symphony orchestra. People of all backgrounds will experience the franchise’s wildly popular musical achievements while the most iconic “Star Trek” film and TV footage is beamed in high definition to a 40-foot-wide screen. This never-before-seen concert event is perfect for music lovers, filmgoers, science-fiction fans and anyone looking for a unique concert experience. At the Dr. Phillips Center, call 844-513-2014 or visit drphillipscenter.org

Jan 22 to Feb. 8 – Breakthrough Theatre’s Annual Best of Broadway Revue

This year celebrating musicals that opened on Broadway from 2011 to 2015, the 7th Annual Best of Broadway from the Breakthrough Theatre in Winter Park will feature songs from “The Book of Mormon,” “Sister Act,” “Catch Me If You Can,” “Wonderland,” “Once,” “Newsies,” “Kinky Boots,” “A Christmas Story,” “Matilda,” “Motown the Musical,” “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” “Aladdin,” “An American in Paris,” “Fun Home,” and “Something Rotten.” In other words – something for everyone. Purchase online at breakthroughtheatre.com or cash at the door at 419A W. Fairbanks Avenue in Winter Park.

Jan. 23 to April 24 – ‘Women of Vision: National Geographic Photographers’

For 125 years, National Geographic has documented the world with stunning photography by a forward-thinking generation of photojournalists as different as the places and the subjects they cover. Curated by photo editor Elizabeth Krist, this all-woman exhibit presents the storytelling experience as seen by millions through the insightful use of a camera. From Africa to the Jersey Shore, these stories explore what it means to be human in the 21st century. At the Orlando Museum of Art, call 407-896-4231 or visit omart.org

Jan. 23 – Public invited to end of exhibit party at Henao Center

The exhibit that toured Europe for two years and gave Josh Garrick the unprecedented honor of being the first non-Greek artist in the world to exhibit in the National Archaeological Museum of Greece will end Jan. 23. Having opened the new Henao Contemporary Center in Orlando, a free closing party – public invited – will be held on Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. Please consider this your invitation to visit the exhibit and attend the party at the Henao Center at 5601 N. Edgewater Drive in College Park. Call 407-272-0317 or visit henaocenter.com

Jan. 23 and 24 – Orange City Blue Spring Manatee Festival

Activities include arts and crafts booths, face-painting, dancing and rides at the annual Orange City Blue Springs Manatee Festival, but the main attraction at this festival is the manatee viewing at Blue Spring State Park. Ranked one of the best places in the state to see manatees in clear water and in great numbers, each year the festival draws thousands of people to Valentine Park at West French Avenue off of Highway 17-92. Call 407-323-4450 or visit themanateefestival.com

Jan. 23 – Teresa Chin to Demonstrate Japanese Fish Painting

Artist Teresa Chin will demonstrate Japanese Gyotaku (the traditional art form of fish printing), at the Sanford Seminole Art Association at the library in Sanford at 150 N. Palmetto Ave. To create her art, Chin ‘paints’ ink directly onto the fish, after which she presses rice paper onto the fish to pull a print. In some cases she uses watercolors to embellish the work. Chin is vice president of the Central Florida Watercolor Society and has exhibited her work in numerous juried shows. Admission is free, and the class begins at 1 p.m. Call 407-951-5607 or visit SanfordSeminoleArt.com.

Jan. 23 to May 1 – The Wizard of Oz at the Orlando Science Center

The Wizard of Oz Educational Exhibit is a journey of discovery at the Orlando Science Center. Guests travel from the farm to the Land of Oz to explore Munchkinland, the Witch’s castle and the Emerald City before heading back home. Create a tornado in Dorothy’s bedroom, explore Munchkin houses, and enter the Emerald City to create a “horse of a different color.” Climb the mountain to the Castle of the Wicked Witch to capture her broom and finally, click your heels three times remembering “There’s no place like home.” Call 407-514-2000 or visit osc.org

Jan. 23 to June 12 – Disney, Dali and imagination at the Dali Museum

St. Petersburg’s Dali Museum presents a multi-media exhibition exploring the alliance between two of the most renowned artists of the 20th century – the brilliantly eccentric Salvador Dali and American entertainment innovator Walt Disney. Presented through paintings, sketches, correspondences, film, and photographs, the exhibit showcases two very different icons drawn together through their unique personalities, their collaboration, and their enduring friendship. Visit thedali.org

Jan. 24 – The Temptations and the Four Tops at Dr. Phillips Center

Stars of Berry Gordy’s Motown music factory, the history of The Temptations and the Four Tops is the history of contemporary American pop. The Temps began their musical life in Detroit in the early ‘60s, achieving stardom in 1964 when Smokey Robinson wrote “The Way You Do the Things You Do.” The Four Tops spent years on the road until Berry Gordy heard they had hustled a national “Tonight Show” appearance. He signed them without an audition, and their first Motown hit, “Baby I Need Your Loving” in 1964, made them stars. Both groups followed with hits that turned these men into cultural heroes. Both groups continue to make history as they perform live at the Dr. Phillips Center. Call 844-513-2014 or visit drphillipscenter.org

Jan. 25 to Feb. 21 – ‘Oh, Brother! Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing’

In this “real-life-concerns” play, presented by Orlando Rep, Peter has an attention-stealing little brother who makes Peter feel like a fourth-grade nothing. From the story by Judy Blume, adapted for the stage by Bruce Mason, Fudge is a toddler terror who gets away with anything. The way in which Peter deals with this problem is presented as a humorous look at family life and the troubles that can only be caused by a younger sibling. Call 407-896-7365 or visit orlandorep.com

Jan. 25 – The Abbey Presents Anthony Johnson’s ‘Unadulterated’

Direct from New York City, Anthony Johnson sings his way through stories of falling apart, making a mess, and picking up the pieces in “Unadulterated,” an evening of sex, drugs, and musical theater. Anthony returns to Orlando after performing in “Blue Lagoon: A Musical.” Recently, he performed in “Gypsy;” in three regional productions of “West Side Story;” and in the National Tour of “Hairspray.” Tickets are $12 advance and $15 at the door and may be purchased at TicketWeb.com or by calling 1-866-468-7630 or visit AbbeyOrlando.com

Jan. 27 – First Green Bank & Capital Institute host Florida economy panel 

First Green Bank and Capital Institute join to invite civic officials, business owners, students and community members to a free panel discussion titled “Let’s Regenerate the Central Florida Economy.” The panel will discuss ways to create a thriving economy while also protecting the native ecosystem. Panelists include founder of First Green Bank, Ken LaRoe; Prof. Vincent Stanley, Carol Stanford; and founder of Capital Institute, John Fullerton. The program runs from 6 to 6:30 p.m. with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and networking from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Watch the panel at the Bush Auditorium in Rollins College, located at 599 S. Interlachen Ave. in Winter Park.

Jan. 29 – Side by Side: A Celebration to Honor Our Community

It’s time to “stop and smell the roses,” as the community joins together for “Side by Side: A celebration to pause and honor the gifts of our community” as presented by First Congregational Church of Winter Park and Rollins College in partnership with the City of Winter Park and Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. The celebration begins at 8:30 a.m. inside Knowles Chapel at Rollins College and is followed by refreshments near the college rose garden. Call 407-644-8281 or visit tinyurl.com/wpside to register.

Jan. 30 – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

The original Jersey boy, Frankie Valli is an American legend. His incredible career with the Four Seasons, as well as his solo success, has spawned countless hit singles including “Sherry,” "Walk Like A Man," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Rag Doll," "Oh What A Night," "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You," and "Grease." His songs have been part of iconic movies such as “The Deer Hunter” and “Dirty Dancing” while an unprecedented 200 artists have done cover versions of “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You.” Cheer on this living legend on Jan. 30 at 7:30 p.m. by calling 844-513-2014 or visiting drphillipscenter.org for tickets.