TONIGHT THE 91ST. ANNUAL OSCAR CEREMONY ABC 8-11 PM
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| Danzel Washington Accepts his First Oscar |
Saw THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME several years ago on Broadway. Never did I think FST, could approach that production. Not only did it approach, but at least equaled it in my estimation. Fortunately, DOG has been extended through March 24. Playing in the Gompertz Theatre, this play will have you in its grip from the opening scene to the final presentation by star Alexander Stuart.
Stop by the box office, call 941-366-9000, or go to floridastudiotheatre.org, but do not miss this production.
When one thinks of Sarasota's casual restaurants, then Long Boat's Dry Dock, has to be close to the top. Had lunch there on President's Day, and as usual they were close to full outside and in. But, now they accept reservations from Open Table, we were seated immediately in their spacious upstairs dining room. When going, I suggest outside seating on the water. Nothing like it on a beautiful spring day.Except for daily specials, Dry Dock's menu has remained unchanged for several years. And why should they change from a successful formula of seafood, salads, and sandwiches? I had my favorite salmon sandwich, and along with a glass of wine and good friends had a wonderful 2 hours at Dry Dock, as good as it gets in Sarasota.
Not easy to develop a nasty cold in 80 degree weather, but I did. In need of immediate attention this past Saturday, went to a Sarasota Memorial Urgent Care Center at St. Armands. After a short wait, I saw the physician on-call, who immediately diagnosed my problem and prescribed over the counter medication going a long way to making me better.
SMH has 6 Urgent Care Centers in Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice. Open 7 days a week, 8am-8pm they take most insurance plans.
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| Dick Van Dyke&Julie Andrews |
Good theatre does not stop at the Sarasota county line. Bradenton in Manatee County has some choices as well. Currently playing at Manatee Players is Mary Poppins.
From Broadway to big screen and small, this one never grows old. I have not seen this production, but the Herald's Jay Handelman did and writes...."Mary is working wonders again, .....where Sarah Cassidy lends her a no-nonsense but warm-heated sheen in an engaging production of the stage version Mary Poppins."
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| Jan Wallace |
Also playing at Manatee in another theatre is the return of Shirley Valentine. Left alone after her husband walks out, and her children could care less, Shirley has nothing left but the four walls to talk to. Good friend Jan Wallace is recreating her role which won her acclaim a few years ago. Opening night is Thursday February 28 and will extend through March 17.
The Manatee Performing Arts Center, 502 3rd Ave. W. Bradenton. Tickets are available at box office or 941-748-5875 or manateeperformingartscenter.com. Unless extended, this one closes March 3.
If you're going to ED SMITH STADIUM for spring training games better bring your appetite. One of Camden Yards favorites for 26 years, as well as mine, Boog's BBQ is setting up his grill at the Left Field Pavilion for all games.  |
| BOOG'S BBQ Camden Yards |
Over the past several years, I have made Oscar predictions. Since I've seen all the nominees including Roma, a Netflix original, this year is easier than most. Check to see how well I did or didn't do.......
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| Oscar Awaits a Winner |
Best Director..Alfonso Curon/Roma
Best Actress...Glenn Close
Best Actor...Rami Malek
Best Supporting Actress.. Regina King
Best Supporting Actor...Mahershala Ali
JIM'S RANT.....Unthinkable that someone would use our iconic Unconditional Surrender statue to make a political statement. Dating back to the end of World War II, this statue of a veteran of that war kissing the first woman he sees after learning the war was over, is not the place to register anger. Social media or a letter to the editor is a far better way of expressing one's self.............Thanks for reading....see you next week....JIM
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