Norris Center

Miami sculptor Jillian Mayer's Slumpies in Baker Museum Norris Garden a sardonic commentary on ubiquity of technology in today's world.

Naples Norris Center is taking a deep dive into Florida’s sea of surreal with Compton & Bennett’s latest comedy hit, “Straight Outta Florida: Throwin’ Shade on the Sunshine State.” The comedic duo has been performing original stage works for more than 25-years. They are best known for “Assisted Living: The Musical” and “A Cracker at the Ritz.”

From Sarasota to Marco Island and Venice and Sanibel to Arcadia and LaBelle, Southwest Florida is home to more than a dozen art centers. Most host visual art exhibitions showcasing member, regional and nationally renowned artists that change every month. In August, there are 29 shows at these venues, underscoring the importance of the arts in our part of the country.

From Sarasota to Marco Island and Venice and Sanibel to Arcadia and LaBelle, Southwest Florida is home to more than a dozen art centers. Most host visual art exhibitions showcasing member, regional and nationally renowned artists that change every month. In July, there are 24 shows at these venues, underscoring the importance of the arts in our part of the country.

This week, nine shows close, 12 continue their runs and there are two limited-run young actors' productions at equity and community theaters from Sarasota to Marco Island. As an added bonus, there are three performances of Frank Blocker’s “Good Jew” at the Norris Center in Naples.

This week, nine shows open, there’s a preview of another, two shows close and 12 others continue their runs at equity and community theaters from Marco Island to Sarasota.