In The Arts - The Ponte Vedra Recorder

Alhambra tickets offer unique Father’s Day gift option

A scene during Southern Fried Funeral which was featured at Alhambra Theatre & Dining earlier this year.

It can be difficult to find the perfect gift for Father’s Day, but a unique approach would be to buy him tickets to the Alhambra Theatre & Dining. The Alhambra offers a variety of shows to …

Symphony celebrates American voices with Gershwin, Simon, Copland

The Jacksonville Symphony celebrated the close of its historic 75th season on June 6 and 7 with an all-American program under Music Director Courtney Lewis’s baton. Presenting programmatic works by …

Workshop offers tools, tactics for mystery writers

Join two powerhouse thriller writers for a full-day immersive workshop that breaks down the craft and tools of mystery writing — whether you’re starting your first novel or refining your next. …

River City Theatre debuts with ‘OLIVER!’

River City Theatre (RCT), a new nonprofit performing arts organization dedicated to “entertaining, engaging and empowering the Duval County area,” will present eight performances of the musical …

Beaches arts gala raises $70K for programs

First Coast Cultural Center celebrated its “Year of the Pearl,” marking 30 years of prosperity as a nonprofit organization with a Grecian-themed fundraiser at TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse. The 6th …

Theme park design contest launched

From the thrill rides and performances to the shops and restaurants, every element of a theme park experience is crafted with intention. Now, a new competition hopes to find the designers of the …

Alhambra captures British theme for My Fair Lady

One of the unique things about the Alhambra Theatre & Dining is that the experience it can create can make you believe that you truly are either in another time period or another country through …

Dancing event raises $178K for chorus

The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus has announced the success of River City Dancing with the Stars 2025, which raised more than $178,000 to support singer scholarships and ongoing programming at the …

Local author finalist for major award

Award-winning author and Ponte Vedra Beach resident Ron Autrey has officially been selected as a finalist for the Author of the Year 2025 at the International Impact Book Awards, …

Next Sunday at Stetson’s concert is June 8

On June 8, Sundays at Stetson’s will present Jeanie Fitchen and Jim Bickerstaff at Beluthahtachee. As a young teenager Fitchen found her niche in the simple beauty and artistic style of …

Children’s chorus to perform abroad during summer tour

The Jacksonville Children’s Chorus Touring Choir is set to embark on an international journey, July 11-20. Under the direction of President and Artistic Director Darren Dailey, the ensemble will …

Teen artwork explores creative responses to anxiety

The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA), a cultural institute of the University of North Florida, will present the exhibition “Fearless,” featuring teen artwork exploring creative …

Limelight turns to the Absurd for ‘Rhinoceros’

Eugene Ionesco's “Rhinoceros” comes to the Limelight Theatre! It is the first time ever that Limelight has produced Absurdist Theatre in its 33-year history. Ionesco is the father …

Jacksonville Dance Theatre plans summer dance intensive

Jacksonville Dance Theatre (JDT) has announced the return of its acclaimed summer intensive program, SHAPE/SHIFT 2025. Professional and pre-professional dancers ages 16 and up are invited to join JDT …

Review: The Jacksonville Symphony Takes on Mozart's Classics with Nartadjieva and Kuo

“Classical music” has always held a handful of meanings. Your middle school chorus teacher was likely quick to remind you that it’s not just a genre on Spotify. “Classical refers to the …

Florida Chamber Music Project plans all-Beethoven concert

The Florida Chamber Music Project will end its season on Sunday, June 1, with an all-Beethoven program. The concert will take place at the Beaches Museum Chapel and is sponsored by an anonymous …

MOCA Jacksonville Earns Highest National Recognition

The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, a cultural institute of the University of North Florida, is delighted to announce that it has achieved accreditation through the American Alliance of …

Ponte Vedra Library to sponsor author’s discussion on June 12

Local author, R.V. Little, Jr., will discuss his recent book, Three Cold Wars: A Vermont Citizen-Soldier’s Life In The Infantry, that chronicles the military life of his father, a Vermonter and …

Zoika’s Dance to present ‘Peter Pan’

“Peter Pan,” to be presented by Zoika’s Dance, tells the classic J.M. Barrie story through the language of dance, featuring ballet, tap, hip hop, contemporary, jazz and acro dance. Professional …

Apex Theatre launches inaugural new works festival

Apex Theatre Studio announces the launch of its inaugural new works festival. The Red Moon New Works Theatre Festival will present workshop productions and readings by professional playwrights, …

Speaker topic: Selling books to Hollywood

Most writers dream of seeing their books on the big screen, but how to make that happen is often a mystery. Screenwriter Sharon Y. Cobb will help unravel the mystery in her presentation, …

Writers to learn fingerprint facts

Fingerprints may sound like yesterday’s news in the day of DNA, but in real-world investigations, they remain a cornerstone of forensic science. New York Times bestselling author and Certified …

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BookTrib’s Bites: Four Refreshing Summer Reads

(NewsUSA) - “Voices of the Civil War” by Barry RobbinsStep into the hearts and minds of those who lived through America's darkest chapter with "Voices of the Civil War", a groundbreaking work …

Ready for summer? How to find the perfect beach read

(BPT) - Summer is all about recreation, relaxation — and diving into stories that transport you into another world. To help you get into beach mode, Disney Books offers exciting titles perfect …

New book honors 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian refugees arriving in WA

Fifty years ago, Washington welcomed the first of thousands of Southeast Asian refugees fleeing war and conflict in their home countries. A new book captures 15 stories of first-generation refugees and their descendants and how they rebuilt their lives in Washington state. “New Land: Southeast Asian Refugees Finding Home in Washington” touches upon topics such […]