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9-11 Memorial
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I have listed here some of the events that go on year round. Many take place in Key West but there are some that happen all over the Florida Keys. Many are small like (Key West Country Western Dancers) and they are targeted more for the locals. But do not let that stop you if you see something that you like you may still want to check it out while you are down here.
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
Have an event or activity you want here e-mail me at
question (at) clydeskeywest.com put Key West in the Subject Line.
YMCA offers activities. 3145 Flagler Ave., Key West. 295-9622.
Key West Film Society presents presents the best in first-run art, independent, and alternative cinema every day. Now with three fully equipped theaters showing in both 35mm and high definition digital. Modified stadium seating, digital surround sound and full handicapped access. The award-winning Tropic marquee is your entry to 8,000 sq. ft of cinematic enlightenment. Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton St., Key West. 294-5857. For full schedule of events visit www.keywestfilm.org
Museums
Key West & lower keys
Custom House (Key West Museum of Art & History), 281 Front St. 295-6616. kwahs.com.
Fort East Martello Museum, 3501 S. Roosevelt Blvd. 296-3913. www.kwahs.com
Harry S. Truman Little White House Museum, 111 Front St. 294-9911. www.trumanlittlewhitehouse.com
Heritage House Museum, 410 Caroline St. 296-3573. www.heritagehousemuseum.org
West Martello Tower, Key West Garden Club, Atlantic Blvd. 294-3210. www.keywestgardenclub.com
K.W. Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden, 5210 College Rd., Stock Island. 296-1504. www.keywestbotanicalgarden.org
Lighthouse Museum, 938 Whitehead St. 294-0012. www.kwahs.com
Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, 200 Greene St. 294-2633. www.melfisher.org
Marathon
Museums and Nature Center of Crane Point, 5550 Overseas Hwy. 743-3900. www.cranepoint.net
Marathon Garden Club, 5270 Overseas Hwy. 743-4971. www.keysy.com/mgc
Upper Keys
History of Diving Museum, MM 83, Bayside, 82990 Overseas Hwy. 664-9737. www.divingmuseum.com
Theatre
Tennessee Williams Theatre http://keystix.com
Ella Fitzgerald Tribute - 4/6/2008, 8:00 pm
Freda Payne, celebrated R&B and jazz vocalist, who shot to fame with her #1 Hit, “Band of Gold,” and “Bring the Boys Home,” pays tribute to the legendary Ella Fitzgerald, as no one else can! Payne, the star of such Broadway shows as Jelly’s Last Jam, Sophisticated Ladies and Blues in the Night, “conjures the spirit of Ella” with her renditions of “A-Tisket, a-Tasket,” “Sweet Georgia Brown,” “It Don’t Mean a Thing.” and “Mack the Knife,” as well as many other Fitzgerald classics.
Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway - 4/11/2008, 8:00 pm
Anyone who loves Broadway musicals is in for a treat as this powerhouse group of Broadway veteran singers hits the stage for a tribute to a century of great tunes from the Great White Way. It's a jubilant revue of Broadway's biggest numbers presented in concert form by the actual stars of such shows as THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, LES MISERABLES, AIDA, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, and JEKYLL & HYDE. 100 YEARS OF BROADWAY spotlights Broadway's most beloved songs, including treasures from Jerome Kern, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Kander and Ebb, Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim and Andrew Lloyd Webber.
An Evening of Cole Porter - 4/13/2008, 8:00 pm
Starring soprano Kristi Davis and baritone John Rudolph, and accompanied by Vicky Rosenblatt, this intimate evening will feature the music of legendary composer Cole Porter.
Musical Celebration of Shirley Bassey - 4/14/2008, 8:00 pm
A Celebration of song honoring fifty musical years of Shirley Bassey
Written by Kathleen Peace
Arranged by Larry Smith and Kathleen Peace
From showstoppers to Bond, along with some of Shirley's personal favorites, this night of sassy and sultry music takes you through a turbulent and tenacious journey of Dame Shirley's career, as only Kathleen Peace can perform it. Kathleen will move you to poignant lows and highs with her striking style, and three-octave vocal range.
In her Cabaret debut, Kathleen Peace takes the stage with Larry Smith on Grand Piano, and special guests Chicago based Geoffrey Lowe on Bass, Skipper Kripitz on percussion, Tim Mc Alpine on Guitar and from Berkley in Boston, Tim Mayer on Sax.
Lina Robles' Mother's Day Concert - 5/11/2008, 7:00 pm
Key West native Lina Robles will return from the University of Florida to present a Mother’s Day tribute in the Cabaret at Tennessee Williams Theatre. A seasoned performer, Robles’ sumptuous voice and charming presentation will be the perfect gift for the well-deserving ‘mom’.
Evening of Jerry Herman - 12/14/2008 - 12/15/2008 8:00 pm
The lyrics of Jerry Herman - starring Risa Wachsman and Bruce Moore.
SYLVIA
MARCH 18- April 12, 2008 http://www.redbarntheatre.org/
By A. R. Gurney Directed by Joy Hawkins
Dramatic literature is stuffed with memorable love scenes, but none is as delicious and dizzy as the one that begins this smash hit comedy. When middle-aged Gregg returns to his Upper West Side apartment accompanied by Sylvia, a frisky blonde he has just picked up in the park, he turns his life upside down. The trouble is the frisky blonde is an irresistible dog who is about to chew a hole in his 22-year old marriage. This show is a hilarious commentary on mid-life and the role pets play in our lives. Reprising her tour de force performance in one of the Barn’s most beloved tales is Marjorie Paul-Shook as the adorable pooch, along with Richard Grusin and Mimi McDonald from the original cast.
“Marjorie Paul-Shook sparkles, shines, bounces and flounces and acts altogether doggy.” -The Key West Citizen
“Forget Lassie and Rin-Tin-Tin. I’ve never seen a dog portrait in films or on the stage that quite matches the truth and wit of Sylvia.” -The New York Times
MAVIS AND THE THREE BEARS
Limited engagement, 2 weeks only ! April 22 - May 3, 2008 http://www.redbarntheatre.org/
A Musical Fable Book and Lyrics by Blake Hunter
Music by Franko Richmond Directed by Joy Hawkins
Living in a doublewide trailer, working in a cafeteria and putting up with a good for nothing boyfriend named Floyd can get a girl down but luck changes for Mavis Fluck when she dyes her hair blonde and meets the adorable Bear family. The incredible melodies of Franko Richmond and lyrics of Blake Hunter will tug at your heartstrings and tap on your funny bone with songs like Spunk and A Grin on My Face. However the surprise ending will ensure that this adult story is no ordinary fairy tale. The Red Barn is proud to present this original musical fable written by two of Key West’s most notable artists.
ROMPERS
Limited engagement, 2 weeks only ! May 13 - May 24 http://www.redbarntheatre.org/
A Collection of Shorts
Lots of Playwrights, Various Directors and All Kinds of Actors
Celebrating short attention span theatre, The Red Barn is proud to present a collection of short plays with an exciting mixture of playwrights, directors and actors. Included in the evening will be Libations written by Michael Marrero, the winner of this summer’s successful collaboration between The Red Barn Theatre and The Studios of Key West, One Night Stand – an original short play competition. This theatrical venture will make for a very memorable, high-energy evening—Key West style.
THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES
Sunday/ Monday Series http://www.redbarntheatre.org/
MAR 23, 24, 30, 31, Apr. 6, 7
By Eve Ensler Directed by Carole MacCartee
Eve Ensler has put vaginas on the map. To be more accurate, she has put them all over the globe, from Sarajevo to Johannesburg, from Antarctica to Manila, and many places in between—over 800 productions have been staged in over 30 countries. The brilliance of the show is part stand-up routine, part consciousness-raising session, part political rally, part market research survey, part revival meeting, part group therapy, and part theatre. The Red Barn enjoyed a huge success with this show and is bringing it back to Key West. You won’t want to miss this roller coaster ride. Spread the word.
“ A bona fide phenomenon. Sex has never been funnier or more poignant.” -The New York Times
| "Carmen (the Singer, not the Opera)", starring Carmen Rodriguez |
| Date |
04/26/2008 |
| Time |
8:30 p.m. |
| Contact |
Waterfront Playhouse
294-5015 |
| Additional Information |
www.waterfrontplayhouse.com |
| Description |
For one evening only, Key West's own cha-cha chanteuse will bring her amazing vocals to the Waterfront stage. Carmen will be doing selections from the musical theatre, the Great American Songbook, and sultry tunes with a picante Latin beat. Muy Caliente! A gala post-performance party will continue the celebration.
Starring Carmen Rodriguez and Carmen's Combo. Tickets $35. |
Ganesha Dance Theatre |
| Date |
April 3 - 5 and 9 - 12 |
| Time |
8:30 p.m. |
| Contact |
Waterfront Playhouse 294-5015 |
| Additional Information |
www.waterfrontplayhouse.com |
| Description |
The Waterfront Playhouse continues their smash 2007/08 season with their collaborative presentation of Ganesha Dance Theatre, Key West’s professional contemporary dance troupe. The company will premiere “Opening The Way” – a collection of twelve original works choreographed by each of the dancers. Artistic Director, Kyla Piscopink, and her company of dancers have put together a stunning program in a range of dance styles. The dancers include Ms. Piscopink, Andre Harper, Mary Kay Lee, Leigh Pujado and Denis Hyland, fresh from his star-turn in the Waterfront’s recent smash-hit, “Reefer Madness.”
Opening night is April 3 and will include a gala party sponsored by Keith Dempster and James Olson with catering by Great Events. Other performances will be April, 4th and 5th; the 9th through the 12th at 8:30 pm. There will also be a 3:00 pm matinee on Saturday, April 5th. Tickets for the matinee will be specially priced at $20.
The dance program will be a blend of contemporary dance, ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop Tickets $30 |
New Plays in May |
| Date |
May 6 - 13 - 20 |
| Contact |
Waterfront Playhouse
294-5015 |
| Additional Information |
www.waterfrontplayhouse.com |
| Description |
Fast becoming one of the most popular theatre events of the season, the Key West Players invite you to attend three Tuesday evenings of free readings of original plays by Key West playwrights. Past readings that have gone onto full productions are MOTHER'S GIFT by Mannie King, and last year's smash hit, THE TIMES, by Mark Watson. Watch for the play selection to be announced.
Tickets Free. Coordinated by Chris Tittle and the Key West Players. |
Naked Boys Singing |
| Date |
May 21 - June 14 |
| Time |
8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. |
| Contact |
Waterfront Playhouse 294-5015 |
| Additional Information |
www.waterfrontplayhouse.com |
| Description |
The international hit returns! The title says it all - caution and costumes are thrown to the wind in this outrageous musical revue. One of the Waterfront Playhouse's biggest hits ever! If you missed it, now's your chance! If you saw it, you must see it again. You can just never have too many naked boys!
Perfect for groups and "girls' night out" parties! Tickets $35 |
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Me and My Girl
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| Date |
March 6 – April 5, 2008
8 P.M. Every Thursday-Friday-Saturday & 3 P.M. Matinee Sunday March 16 |
| Time |
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
| Contact |
Marathon Community Theatre 743-0994 |
| Additional Information |
www.marathontheater.org |
| Description |
"Me and My Girl"
Book by L. Arthur Rose & Douglas Furber
Music by Noel Gay
This 1987 Toni "Best Musical" award wining comedy takes place in Britain in the 1930s. The Duchess of Hereford is charged with finding the new Earl. The prior Earl of Hereford's only son turns out to be a Cockney from the London suburb of Lambeth. To the horror of all the Hereford gentry and servants, this "rough and crude" fellow will become the new Earl. The comedy lies in the vast disparity of the British upper class and this Cockney gent. |
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Cactus Flower
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| Date |
May 8 – May 24, 2008 8 P.M. Every Thursday-Friday-Saturday |
| Time |
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
| Contact |
Marathon Community Theatre 743-0994 |
| Additional Information |
www.marathontheater.org |
| Description |
Cactus Flower
A comedy by Abe Burrows
Basaed on a play by Pierre Barillet and Jean-Pierre Gredy
A successful Manhattan dentist & swinging confirmed bachelor pretends to be married in order to deceive his young girlfriend. When she tries to commit suicide, he promises to get a "divorce." Now the girlfriend wants to meet the "wife."
Marathon Community Theatre, 5101 Overseas Hwy, Marathon. Call box office for ticket price info. |
Mondays - Fridays
Organ/piano recitals featuring Joe Lowe and Auwinna Weed. Free. Donations welcome. Noon - 1 p.m. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 401 Duval St., Key West. 296-5142.
Mondays
Friends of the Library Lecture Series. During winter season. 6 p.m. Tropic Cinema, 416 Eaton St., Key West. Call 292-3595 for complete schedule.
Second Monday
Historical Preservation Society of the Upper Keys. Lectures and presentations about Keys history. 7 p.m., Key Largo Library, Tradewinds Shopping Plaza, MM 101.4, Key Largo. www.keyshistory.org 852-1620.
Third Monday
The Lunch Bunch group meets third Monday of the month. January through April. Noon. Hooked on Books, MM 81.9 Oceanside, Islamorada. 517-2602.
Tuesdays
Beginning Nov. 20 vocalist Libby York sings favorites from the Great American Songbook with Dave Burns, piano and Lonnie Jacobson, bass. 7-10 p.m. Rooftop Cafe, 308 Front Street, Key West, 294-2042. www.libbyyork.com
Florida Keys Council of the Arts presents
“Senior Lunchtime Music Series” and “Performing Arts in the Hospital.” Musicians perform at Monroe County senior citizen nutrition sites in Key West, Big Pine, Marathon and Plantation Key, as well as the Lower Keys Medical Center. Free and open to the public. Call 295-4369 or check www.keysarts.com for dates and times.
Keys Chamber Orchestra meets on Sunday afternoons on Cudjoe Key at 2 p.m. New musicians, both snowbirds and locals, welcome. Call 872-5609 for rehearsal info.
The Writer's Den. Group critique session meets Tuesdays. All levels and all genres welcome. 7 - 9 p.m. Blue Mojito Bar & Cafe at the Hyatt, 601 Front St., Key West. Validated Parking. Contact Nina Aviles at ninaaviles@yahoo.com for details.
Key West Country Western dancers get together for dancing and lesson at Cowboy Bills, 6101/2 Duval St., Key West. Call Jay for more info 293-0198. www.keywestdance.wordpress.com
Wednesdays
Line dance instruction. 7 - 8 p.m. beginners, 8 - 9 p.m. intermediate. Big Pine Key Senior Center. Key Deer Blvd., Big Pine Key. 745-2383.
Key West Plein Air Painters meet. Free, bring own materials. 9:30 a.m. – noon. Key West & Stock Island, call for specific locations. Optional, lunch afterwards. For more info contact Margaret Brown 872-7385 or mcaldwellbrown@earthlink.net.
Purple Isles Art Guild. Meetings, program and refreshments on 2nd Wednesdays. New members welcome. 9:30 a.m. - noon. Other Wednesdays Purple Isles Art Guild "Paint Outs." Various plein air locations in the Upper Keys. Newcomers welcome. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Call Cris Sandifer at 852-7494 for info.
Last Wednesday
Latitude 25. Writing group meets last Wednesday of the month. 7 - 9:30 p.m. Key Largo Library, Tradewinds Shopping Ctr, MM 101.4, Key Largo. 664-2266.
First & Third Wednesdays
For Writers Only: a read-aloud writing support group. Free and open to the public. 1 - 3 p.m. Big Pine Key Library, Big Pine Shopping Plaza, MM 30, Big Pine Key. 872-7564 for information.
Thursdays
Third Thursday
"Night on White" Gallery Walk. 6 - 9 p.m. Special exhibitions and receptions at galleries and shops along White Street between Catherine and Southard Streets, Key West. Includes Harrison Gallery, The Studios of Key West, White Street Deli & Café, White Street Healing Arts Center and more. Call 295-4369 for Gallery Guide.
Paradise Quilt Guild meets third Thursday. 7 p.m. Senior Citizens Center, Key Deer Blvd., Big Pine Key. 872-0075.
Third Thursday
Dance Social. Ballroom, Latin, Swing/Balboa, Hustle, Country Western, and more. $5 suggested. Bring a non-alcoholic beverage and munchie (optional). 8 - 11 p.m. Paradise Fitness, 1706 Roosevelt Blvd., Key West. 296-6348. www.keywestdance.wordpress.com
The Dance Factory. Expanded dance space and class offerings including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, character and ballroom. 296-5015 or dancefactory@bellsouth.net.
CoffeeMill Dance Studio. Classes and workshops in dance, yoga, fitness, music and more. Performance opportunities. CoffeeMill Dance Studio, 916 Pohalski Street, Key West. 296-9982. Email: coffeemilldance@aol.com. Visit: www.coffeemilldance.com
Joyce Bennett School of Dance & Performing Arts. Classes in dance, music, tai chi, hip hop. 1300 Almay St., Key Largo. 852-5395.
Thursdays (except the third Thursday’s Walk on White)
Figure Drawing Sessions. Bring your own supplies. $8. 6-8 p.m. Studios of Key West, Amory Bldg., 600 White St., Key West, 296-0458. www.Tskw.org
Fridays
Salsa dance lessons. 7 p.m. beginners, 8 p.m. experienced. Paradise Health & Fitness, 1706 N. Roosevelt Blvd., Key West. For info contact Lucy & Leon at 296-6348. www.keywestdance.wordpress.com
Line dance instruction. 2 - 3 p.m. beginners, 3 -4 p.m. intermediate. Big Pine Key Senior Center. Key Deer Blvd., Big Pine Key. 745-2383.
First Friday
Ballroom and Latin dance party open house on first Friday of the month. Free. 8 - 10 p.m. Theo & Ganine's Dance Center, 11450 Overseas Hwy., Suite 203, Marathon. Call 743-0660 for more information and a schedule of classes and workshops.
Third Friday
Marathon Garden Club meets October - May. Guest speakers, refreshments. Open to the public. 11:30 a.m. Marathon Garden Club, 5270 Overseas Hwy., Marathon. 743-4971.
First Friday
Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center and Artists In Paradise Gallery host "Walk on Winn-Dixie." Art exhibitions, music and receptions at galleries and shops within the plaza. 6 - 8 p.m. Big Pine Shopping Plaza, MM 30 Overseas Hwy., Big Pine Key. 923-1783.
Last Friday
Gallery Night. Mingle with the artists. Refreshments. Key Largo Art Gallery. Plaza 103, 102990 Overseas Hwy., Key Largo. 451-0052. www.keylargoartgallery.com
Saturday
First Saturday
Book sale in the library garden on the first Saturday of each month through April. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Key West Library, 700 Fleming St., Key West. 292-3595.
First Saturday
Florida Keys Quilters meeting and program first Saturday of each month. 10 a.m. Key Largo Library Community Room, Tradewinds Shopping Plaza, MM 101.4, Key Largo. 852-1620.
Third Saturday
Civil War History. The park's Civil War re-enactment unit, Battery B, 1st U.S. Artillery, will demonstrate the artillery drill on the seacost cannon as well as field artillery pieces. Park visitors will also get a glimpse of everyday life at a fortress in the 1860's. Free with regular park admission. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fort Zachary Taylor State Park, entrance at Thomas and Southard, Key West. 292- 6713.
Self-Guided Tours or Guided Horticultural Tours. Nancy Forrester's Secret Garden, One Free School Lane, off of the 500 block of Simonton St. Open 10-5 daily/Guided tours take place at 11 a.m. Admission is $6; self-guided/$20guided. 294-0015. www.nancyforrester.com
Key West Maritime Historical Society. Preservation of the maritime heritage of the Florida Keys. Monthly lectures, field trips, exhibits, publications and special events. Nov-May. Award-winning FLORIDA KEYS SEA HERITAGE JOURNAL published quarterly. 292-7903.
Florida Keys History of Diving Museum. Exhibits, tours, lectures and events. 82990 Overseas Hwy. (MM 83), Islamorada. 664-9737. www.divingmuseum.com
Second & Fourth Saturdays
Key West Writers Guild. All newcomers welcome. 10 a.m. - noon Kelly's Caribbean Bar, 301 Whitehead St., Key West. 296-3646.
Sunday
First Sunday
Key West Poetry Guild. Meets first Sunday of each month. Open to all interested in poetry. 8 - 10 p.m. Sippin Internet Cafe, 424 Eaton St. Starting December: Blue Heaven Restaurant, corner of Petronia and Thomas, Key West. 292-8577.
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