Category Archives: What’s up in Orlando?

Glass Sculpture Celebrated at Museums

Posted on December 9, 2012 by john

The Orlando Museum of Art is joining museums, galleries and universities across the country to commemorate the introduction of studio glass as an art form. “Contemporary Glass Sculpture: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Studio Glass” opens December 22 and will … Continue reading →

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“The Nutcracker” in 60 Minutes

Posted on December 8, 2012 by john

The Orlando Ballet will present The Nutcracker in a 60-minute family version that is condensed to keep everyone’s attention. This special version of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece is at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre at 11am and 3pm on December 22 … Continue reading →

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Joy, An Irish Christmas at the Bob Carr

Posted on December 5, 2012 by john

“Joy, An Irish Christmas,” featuring Keith and Kristyn Getty, will be presented at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando at 7pm on Saturday, December 15. These modern hymn writers celebrate the birth of Christ in a joyful Irish … Continue reading →

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Central Florida Christmas Events Listed

Posted on December 1, 2012 by john

A recent article in the Orlando Sentinel listed the upcoming Christmas events in the area. This is a great resource for seeking holiday events beyond the usual. Follow this link to see the entire schedule: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/entertainment/os-countdown-to-christmas-orlando-20121129,0,4020813,full.story

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Fun Spot Honored by Association

Posted on November 30, 2012 by john

The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)  has named Orlando’s Fun Spot America the top family entertainment center in North America. Funspot has previously been recognized twice by IAAPA for its advertising programs. http://www.funspotattractions.com/index/index.php Other local award winners … Continue reading →

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Mary Poppins is Coming to Orlando

Posted on November 20, 2012 by john

The Hit Broadway musical, Mary Poppins, is coming to the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando January 8-13, 2013, and tickets are now on sale at http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/220048EDA8714F6A?artistid=1320016&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=207. Photo by Andreas Praefcke (Own work (own photograph)) [GFDL (http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html) or CC-BY-3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)], … Continue reading →

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Tickets Available Now For Robin Williams Performance

Posted on November 18, 2012 by john

Tickets are now on sale for “An Evening of Sit Down Comedy” with Robin Williams and David Steinberg at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando scheduled for January 30, 2013. http://www.orlando-theatre.com/theaters/bob-carr-performing-arts-centre/robin-williams-david-steinberg.php Photo by Steve Jurvetson from Menlo Park, … Continue reading →

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Fun Spot America Expansion Update

Posted on November 8, 2012 by john

Fun Spot America on International Drive in Orlanda has released more information about its $25 million expansion program. White Lightning, a 2000-foot-long wooden roller coaster will be constructed along two sides of the property with an 80-foot rise. Top speed … Continue reading →

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The Holy Land Experience in Orlando

Posted on November 1, 2012 by john

One of Orlando’s less known attractions is the Holy Land Experience, located at the corner of Conroy and Vineland Roads. According to its webite, “It is a living, biblical museum that takes you 7000 miles away and 2000 years back … Continue reading →

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Greater Orlando Antiques Festival

Posted on October 14, 2012 by john

The Greater Orlando Coin Show, Antiquarian Book Fair, and Antique Festival will be held at the Central Florida Fairgrounds from 9am to 6pm on Saturday, November 10, and from 10am to 4:30pm on Sunday, November 11. The Fairgrounds are located … Continue reading →

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