The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens is proud to present “In the Garden,” on view February 2
through April 22, 2018. The exhibition features
more than 100 photographs from the George Eastman Museum collection that
explore how humans cultivate the
landscapes that surround them, and the ways in which photography has
recorded, interpreted, or staged the cultivated landscape in its many shapes
and forms. From famous locations to the simplest home vegetable garden, from
worlds imagined by artists to food production recorded by journalists, these
images broaden our understanding of how photography has been used to record
gardens.
Spanning the history of photography and photographic processes from the 19th-century
daguerreotype to inkjet prints, the exhibition looks at how photography has
been key in documenting humans’ relationship to nature. Some of the first photographs were photograms
of plant materials — direct records of the structures of botanical specimens. However, 19th-century photographers also
called upon the artistic tradition of still life paintings, capturing
compositions of floral bouquets or objects in a garden. As photography quickly became accepted as a
method for recording the world, photographs became stand-ins for landscapes
that most people could not visit — a visual access to cultures and gardens
around the world.
This exhibition is even more relevant in the context of Arthur and Ninah
Cummer and their experience of creating and utilizing their gardens and other
garden spaces in their family, social, and civic lives. In particular, Ninah’s
love for the cultivated landscape, and for outdoor spaces that promoted
gatherings, contemplation, and respite, still impacts the Jacksonville community.
It comes as no surprise
that, in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma’s fury, the Jacksonville community
longed to see the Cummer Gardens and other cultivated public spaces return to
their previous beauty and purpose. Although
In the Garden had been planned for a
while, an exhibition about the beauty of gardens and nature, seen through the
lens of a camera, could not be more relevant. “As we are still in the reconstructive phase of our historical gardens,
it is very timely that we present an exhibition about photographers who
celebrate the beauty, uniqueness, and significance of these cultivated spaces,” said Associate Curator Nelda Damiano.
Members of the community, and lovers of art and nature, may continue to donate
directly to the Garden Reconstruction Fund at www.cummermuseum.org/garden-reconstruction,
as they visit the beauty of the museum.
Cummer Museum of
Art & Gardens
829 Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32204
(904) 356-6857
Hours of Operation & Admission
Pop music icon Barry
Manilow hopes others will follow his philanthropic lead as he brings his
Manilow Music Project to John E. Ford PK-8 School in Jacksonville, FL. The legendary singer/songwriter plans to
donate a Yamaha keyboard to launch a local music instrument drive. Anyone who donates a new or gently used
musical instrument will receive 2 free tickets (valid for pre-selected seat
locations on a first come first serve basis) for Manilow’s February 18th
concert at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts in Jacksonville.
The Manilow Music
Project has conducted music instrument drives all over the country to
assist local schools with their music programs. “I’m thrilled to once again
bring the gift of music to these kids,” added Manilow. The Public
Can Trade a New or Gently Used Musical Instrument for Free Tickets to Manilow’s
February 18th concert in Jacksonville, FL.
The box office at the Times-Union Center for the Performing
Arts will be the drop off point for the instrument drive now through February
18th. Hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. -
4 p.m.
“If we do not inspire a love of the arts
in our children, there will be no more arts for our children to love,” said
Staci Kelly Pendry, General Music Teacher.
“The Manilow Music project helps to give all students access to that
inspiration through their love of music and generosity. We are honored to accept this thoughtful gift
on behalf of the John E. Ford PK-8 community.”
The Manilow Music Project (MMP) is part of The Manilow Fund for Health and
Hope. It was formed as a grass roots
organization to assist local charities and programs. Its primary focus is to provide musical
instruments to high schools and middle schools and to provide music
scholarships at universities throughout the US, Canada, and the UK.
Tickets are available online at Manilow.com, in person at the Moran Theater Box Office or
by phone at 800-745-3000.
With worldwide record sales exceeding 85 million, Barry Manilow's unparalleled
career encompasses virtually every arena of entertainment, including
performing, writing, composing, arranging, and producing. A Songwriters Hall of
Fame inductee, Manilow has produced, arranged, and released more than 40 albums
during the course of his career. He has
also written and produced songs for Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler, Dionne
Warwick, and many more. He has been
honored with a Grammy, two Emmys, a Tony Award, an Oscar nomination, and a top
selling autobiography.
SMG Jacksonville manages seven
sports, entertainment, and convention venues on behalf of the City of
Jacksonville. Their venues include: EverBank Field, home of the Jacksonville
Jaguars, Florida-Georgia, the TaxSlayer Bowl and Monster Jam. Daily’s Place, a 5,500 seat amphitheater with
concert programming year-round and an indoor practice facility for the
Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jacksonville
Veterans Memorial Arena, showplace of such entertainment greats as Kenny
Chesney and Jimmy Buffett and home to the Arena Bowl XXIV Champions
Jacksonville Sharks, the ABA Jacksonville Giants and the Jacksonville IceMen. The Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, home of
the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Florida vs FSU Baseball. The Times-Union Center for the Performing
Arts, stage to Broadway and music elite like Wicked, James Taylor and Diana
Ross; and home of the FSCJ Artist Series of and the Jacksonville Symphony
Orchestra. The Prime F. Osborn III
Convention Center, a historic renovated train station providing a unique venue
for meetings, social events and conventions.
The Ritz Theatre and Museum, located in Jacksonville’s historic African
American community of La Villa, celebrating the artistic culture of African
American life in Northeast Florida and the African Diaspora with museum
exhibits, concerts, films, lectures, dance and dramatic arts.
“Willkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome” any
way you want to say it, “Cabaret” is coming to the Thrasher-Horne main stage with
its revival tour for one night only and they want you in the audience! Based on Roundabout Theatre Company's Tony
Award (r)-winning production, Sam Mendes (Skyfall, American Beauty) and Rob
Marshall's (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) show is part of the
2017-2018 Broadway Orange Park Season sponsored by Garber Automall.
Welcome to the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the Emcee, Sally Bowles and a
raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to tantalize the crowd - and to leave
their troubles outside. But as life in pre-WWII Germany grows more and more
uncertain, will the decadent allure of Berlin nightlife be enough to get them
through their dangerous times? Come hear some of the most memorable songs in
theatre history, including "Cabaret," "Willkommen," and
"Maybe This Time." Leave your
troubles outside - life is beautiful at Cabaret- John Kander, Fred Ebb and Joe
Masteroff's Tony-winning musical about following your heart while the world
loses its way.
As an homage to the Broadway revival production, true "cabaret"
tables will be available for audience members within the orchestra pit area
near the stage for a more immersive viewing experience. Tables seat four and include: complimentary
champagne service with a dedicated server.
***Cabaret contains suggestive sexual content and dialogue and is not
recommended for ages 12 and under***
“Cabaret”
DATE: Thurs. Feb. 1,
2018 TIME: 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: The
Thrasher-Horne Ctr.
St. Johns River State College
283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL 32065
TICKETS: range from $49– $83 with all fees included, and
may be purchased in person, online at THcenter, or by calling (904) 276-6815 between 10 a.m. – 3
p.m., Monday – Friday. The
Thrasher-Horne Center encourages all guests to research a show's content before
purchasing. It is a performing arts
venue and conference center owned and operated by St. Johns River State
College. The venue is located on the
Orange Park campus.
Have you missed some
of the shows from the Florida Theatre?
Well, it’s time to get back to some really great talent, lots of music,
featured shows and the best entertainment that Jacksonville Florida has to
offer. Take a look, clear your schedule
and book your tickets today.
January 2018 schedule:
24 Musical Thrones
28 Tiffany Haddish
30 Take Me To the River
31 G3
January 24 - 8 p.m. — Musical
Thrones: A Parody. Musical Thrones: A Parody brings
to life the characters of the Emmy-Award winning HBO series Games of Thrones.
Sing and dance along with Daenerys and
her dragons, Tyrion, Joffrey and all the jolly members of the Lannister and
Stark families in this fun musical.
January 28 - 8 p.m. — Tiffany
Haddish. Comedian Tiffany Haddish’s break-
out- performance in the hit movie Girls Trip and one of the 2018 Oscar Nominations announcers, made
her Variety Magazine's "Top 2017 Comedians to Watch." Her first one-hour comedy special, She
Ready! From The Hood to Hollywood! premiered
on Showtime in August. Later this year she will star in the upcoming TBS sitcom
The Real O.G. alongside Tracy Morgan.
January 30 - 8 p.m. — Take Me to the River. Backed by an all-star Memphis band, Take
Me To The River includes performances by the Hi-Rhythm Section (“On The
Loose,” “Save All My Love,” and “Since You’ve Been Gone”), Frayser Boy (“Gone
On That Bay,” “Big Money”) Al Kapone (“Whoop That Trick,” and “Get Crunk,
Get Buck”) and The Stax Academy Alumi Band under the musical direction of
Boo Mitchell, who is best known for his work with Al Greene, 8 Ball, John
Mayer, Rod Stewart and Lamont Dozier.
January 31 - 7 p.m. — G3 2018 featuring Joe Satriani, John Petrucci (of
Dream Theater) and Phil Collen (of Def Leppard). Guitar superstar Joe
Satriani welcomes Dream Theater guitarist John Petrucci and Def Leppard
guitarist Phil Collen to his annual tour.
“Florida Theatre January 2018
events”
LOCATION: Florida
Theatre
128 E. Forsyth St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
TICKETS: Vary with each show and seat preference. Order online or call the box office (904) 355-2787, Monday —
Friday from 9 a.m. –5 p.m.
Bill Engvall is coming back to the Thrasher-Horne
Center in Orange Park with “Here’s Your
Sign.” Don’t miss the funny man as
he returns with a whole new show. Bill
Engvall: Here’s Your Sign will perform on Friday, January 12, 2018 at 8 p.m.
Those who purchased tickets for the
original show date in October will have their choice seats for the new year’s
show.
Bill Engvall is a Grammy nominated, multi-platinum selling recording artist and
one of the top comedians in the country. Most recently, Bill was a contestant on season
17 of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, and as a fan favorite, he made it to the
finals. Earlier this year, Bill lent his
voice to the animated comedy series Bounty Hunters, which aired on CMT.
He previously starred in, and executive produced, the TBS sitcom The Bill
Engvall Show. Bill was part of the
enormously successful Blue-Collar Comedy concert films, which sold over
nine million units and received a Grammy nomination. He also starred on the WB’s hit sketch comedy
show Blue Collar TV and in several solo specials for Comedy Central. In 2012 he reunited with Jeff Foxworthy and
Larry the Cable Guy on the Them Idiots Whirled Tour, which aired as a
special on CMT.
Bill’s first album, Here’s Your Sign, is certified platinum and held the
#1 position on the Billboard Comedy Chart for 15 straight weeks. His second
album, Dorkfish, also debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Comedy Chart, as did
his subsequent comedy albums. Bill has written several books, including his
2007 autobiography Bill Engvall –Just A Guy.
A native of Galveston, Texas, Bill moved to Dallas and worked as a disc jockey
with plans of becoming a teacher. While
in a nightclub one evening, he tried his hand at stand-up comedy and found that
making people laugh was truly his forte. Soon after, he moved to Los Angeles and went
on to star in the Showtime special, A Pair of Joker’s, hosted A&E’s Evening
at the Improv and appeared on The Tonight Show and Late Show with
David Letterman. In 1992, Bill won
the American Comedy Award for “Best Male Stand-up Comedian.” He appeared in several episodes of Designing
Women and co-starred in Delta and The Jeff Foxworthy Show. Bill resides in Southern California with his
family. More information is available at
www.billengvall.com.
Bill Engvall Show
Thrasher Horne Center Events
LOCATION: The
Thasher-Horne Ctr.
St.
Johns River State College
283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL 32065
TICKETS: May be purchased in person, online at THcenter, or by calling (904) 276-6815 between
10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday – Friday.
Prices range from $49 to $129. Meet
and Greet tickets for $129! Select a light blue seat in the Orchestra Pit. (If there are no light blue seats, all Meet
and Greet tickets have been sold. Details will be emailed to ticket holders
closer to the show.)
The Thrasher-Horne Center is a not-for profit performing arts venue and
conference center owned and operated by St. Johns River State College. The Thrasher-Horne Center is located on the
Orange Park campus.
The audience was taken back in time to a senior prom of years ago. Besides the familiar tunes of the late 50’s
and early 60’s, the crowd also participated with voting for the prom queen Class
of 1958 in “The Marvelous Wonderettes”. Three of the four ladies (Erica Lustig* playing Missy Miller, Juliana Davis* as Cindy Lou Huffington, Kayla Tomas* in the
character of Betty Jean Reynolds), have
previously appeared in other productions at the Alhambra. Lindsay Nantz* newbie to the quartet portrayed
Suzy Simpson and harmonized so well with
the other women.
The storyline is cute and may takes you back-in-time to your high school prom or
reunion. The music will have you singing
along to those hits of the past. Some
familiar tunes are: “Mr. Sandman,” “All I Have To Do Is Dream,” “Stupid Cupid,”
“Lipstick On Your Collar,” “Good Night Sweetheart, Good Night,” “Sincerely,” “Mr.
Sandman,” “You Don’t Own Me, “ “With This Ring,” “It’s My Part” “Son Of a
Preacher Man,” “Leader Of The Pack,” “Maybe,” “Needle In A Haystack,’ “Rescue
Me,” “Respect,” and many more.
*Denotes Actors Equity Association*
“The Marvelous Wonderettes”
DATES: January 3 — February
4, 2018
SHOW TIMES: Evening shows Tuesday through Sunday start at 7:50 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., and dinner is served
until 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Matinees begin at 1:15 p.m. Doors open
at 11 a.m. and the brunch served until 12:50 p.m. Sunday Matinees are at 1:50 p.m. Doors open at 12 p.m. and the meal is server
until 1:30 p.m.
DRESS: “Business Casual”, “Sunday Best” or Stay Warm.
TICKETS: Prices range from
$35 – $62. Ticket prices include: a
plated dinner served to your table, an incredible show and prime parking. Group sales of 20 + are available upon
request.
**Price does NOT include gratuity, professional photos, or orders from the
bar**
LOCATION: Alhambra Theater & Dining
12000 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, Florida 32246
(904) 641-1212
The Cummer Museum of
Art & Gardens is excited to present “Inspired
Palates: A Dinner Party Series.” This exciting series of dinners will raise
funds to aid in the reconstruction of the historic Cummer Gardens, which were
significantly impacted by Hurricane Irma. So clutch your pearls, fill your glasses, and
join the Cummer Museum for this avant-garde series of dinners that will inspire
your palate and spark your creative energies.
Mr. and Mrs. Cummer were known to be legendary hosts, and this is your chance
to join the Museum in celebration of the culture and history of the places that
inspired the beautiful gardens. The series includes three dinners, one for each
historic garden space. All Dinner Party guests will enjoy beer,
wine, hors d’oeuvres, themed music, artful moments, and a gourmet dining
experience.
Guests who purchase a VIP ticket will also enjoy a private art tour with
selections chosen to complement each event, along with a signature cocktail
prior to the start of the evening, from 5:30 to 6 p.m. For
further information or to register for one or all of the dinners, please call
904.899.6038 or visit HERE.
Join the Museum for a single dinner: VIP
- $250. General - Members $150, Non-Members $175. Young Professional (40 and
under) - Members $100, Non-Members $125.
Or for the full series: VIP - $675. General
- Members $400, Non-Members $475. Young Professional (40 and under) - Members
$275, Non-Members $350.
La Dolce Vita: An Italian Dinner Party —
Thurs., Jan 11 from 6 to 9 p.m. Registration required by Jan 5. Experience the wonders of an Italian
soggiorno without ever leaving the city limits of Jacksonville. The evening
will offer guests an array of Italian-style experiences, including live music,
wine, and antipasti, culminating in a seated, family-style meal that will
reinforce why Italians are known for the gioie
della tavola, or “the joys of the table.” This Italian experience will
support the reconstruction of the Italian Garden.
British Invasion: An English Dinner
Party — Thurs., Feb 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. Registration required by Feb 8. Calling all anglophiles! Do you fancy a pint?
Round up some mates, dress in your British best, and join us at the Museum for
a pub crawl style evening with a classy spin. Guests will enjoy live music,
activities, beer pairings, and favorite pub cuisine! This jolly good evening
will support the reconstruction of the English Garden.
“South” Hampton: A New York Dinner Party
— Thurs., Mar 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. Registration required by Mar 8. Travel back in time to the Gatsby era in New
York’s Southampton community, where socialites were aplenty and parties were
swanky. Guests are invited to don their best wingtips, t-straps, and other
festive attire as we celebrate the era of innovation with a top secret
prohibition cocktail, live swing music, and a seated dinner. This exciting evening
will support the reconstruction of the Olmsted Garden, designed in the early
1930s by the fabled Olmsted Brothers Firm, which had ties to New York’s Central
Park.
As a fundraising event for the Museum, a
portion of every ticket is a tax-deductible donation to the Museum. Sponsorship options are available. Please contact the Advancement Office at (904)
899-6028 for more information about sponsorship opportunities.
The State Ballet Theatre of Russia is coming to
Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center with “Sleeping Beauty.” This full-scale production is choreographed by
famous choreographer, Marius Petipa. Brought to glorious life by The State Ballet
Theatre of Russia and based on the Brothers Grimm's version, this romantic tale
tells the story of a princess cursed to sleep for 100 years. Presenting 55 of Russia’s brightest ballet
stars, this celebration of true love, considered one of Tchaikovsky’s greatest
jewels, is brought onto the stage for only one performance.
Founded by legendary dancer and former Prima Ballerina of The Bolshoi Theatre
Ballet, Maya Plisetskaya, The State Ballet Theatre of Russia, now under the
direction of award-winning dancer and Moiseyev Dance Company soloist Nikolay
Anokhin, presents the most passionate love story Ballet. Music is by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Choreography
by Marius Petipa.
“Effortless precision.” – Palm Beach
Daily News “Full of enchantment!” –
The New York Times.
“Sleeping Beauty”
DATE: January 12, 2018
TIME: 8 p.m.
LOCATION: Times Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
TICKETS: start at $18 for children (12 and under) and
$33.75 for adults, plus applicable fees. They may also be purchased online at FSCJ Artist Series
(the official presenter of the Jacksonville show), or by calling (904) 632-5000
between 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.
The Tony® Award winner for Best Musical, “A
Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder”, will play Thrasher-Horne Center,
in its First National Tour. Gentleman’s
Guide tells the uproarious story of Monty Navarro, a distant heir to a family
fortune who sets out to jump the line of succession, by any means necessary. All the while, he’s got to juggle his mistress
(she’s after more than just love), his fiancée (she’s his cousin but who’s
keeping track?), and the constant threat of landing behind bars! Of course, it
will all be worth it if he can slay his way to his inheritance… and be done in
time for tea.
The most celebrated musical of the 2013-14 Broadway season, Gentleman’s
Guide received ten 2014 Tony® Award nominations, eventually winning four
awards: Best Musical, Direction of a Musical, Book of a Musical, and Best
Costume Design. In addition, it won the
Best Musical prizes from the Drama League, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle,
and received a 2015 Grammy® Award nomination for Best Musical Show Album.
“A Gentleman’s Guide to Love &
Murder” features a book and lyrics by Robert L. Freedman and music and
lyrics by Steven Lutvak. Direction is by
Darko Tresnjak, with choreography by Peggy Hickey. Gentleman's
Guide opened at Broadway's Walter Kerr Theatre to overwhelming critical
acclaim in November 2013 where The New York Times raved “Gentleman’s Guide will
lift the hearts of all those who’ve been pining for what sometimes seems a lost
art form.” The Hollywood Reporter
enthused Gentleman’s Guide “Restores our faith in musical comedy!” and
Time Magazine said “Just as I was about to give up on musicals, along comes A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder!”
“Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder”
DATE: Jan. 5, 2018 TIME:
8 p.m.
LOCATION: The
Thrasher-Horne Ctr.
St. Johns River State College
283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL 32065
TICKETS: range from $43– $83 with all fees included, and
may be purchased in person, online at THcenter, or by calling (904) 276-6815 between 10 a.m. – 3
p.m., Monday – Friday. The
Thrasher-Horne Center encourages all guests to research a show's content before
purchasing. It is a performing arts
venue and conference center owned and operated by St. Johns River State
College. It is located on the Orange
Park campus.
To serve the public better, Clara White Mission is making things better for their
lunchtime guests, yet due to Kitchen
Renovations, Clara’s at the Cathedral will be closed on Friday, January 5, 2018. Reserve your seat for the best meal in town
when the cafe reopens.
“Clara’s at the Cathedral” is an outgrowth of Clara White’s Culinary Arts
Program, providing students with extensive hands-on training in production,
presentation and front of the house restaurant service. Operated through a collaboration with St.
John’s Cathedral Church, since March, 2007. The Café offers a relaxed dining experience
within the Cathedral’s historic Taliaferro Hall, located in downtown
Jacksonville Florida, at the corner of Duval and Market Streets.
To make a reservation for parties of 6 or more, click here.
All proceeds directly benefit the Clara
White Culinary Training Program. Tell a neighbor! Tell a friend! Tell your Mama and go for fine dining at Clara’s.
DATES: **Friday’s Only**
TIMES: 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
COST: 3 Course buffet meal only $10
Take Out $10
LOCATION: Clara’s at the Cathedral
St.
John’s Cathedral
256 E.Church St.
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
Office: (904) 354-4162
