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  Home Fires Burning

  Studio at 620, Roxanne Fay, and Betty-Jane Parks

  Join us as we premiere two new haunting stories about the fierce fight to reclaim and hold on to that most elemental human need- a place of one’s own- told by two unique and surprising women. Performed by Betty-Jane Parks and Roxanne Fay.

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  If You Could Speak My Language

  Studio at 620 and Claudia Strano

  The Studio@620 invites you to view a series of recent artwork, “If You Could Speak My Language”, by St. Petersburg artist Claudia Strano. An opening reception with musical performance by Imani Woomera will be held Friday December 13 from 6-9 PM, admission is free and open to the public. This series was unintentional. It evolved over a time when all my senses were put to the test. This series was an escape valve, a way to communicate when speech was almost impossible. When I fought breast cancer 3 years ago, I caved into the one thing I know best—my art. —Claudia Strano

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  Jake Troyli: Emerging Artist

  Studio at 620 and Jake Troyli

  The Studio@620 introduces emerging artist Jake Troyli with an exhibition of original oil paintings on canvas and hand drawn pen and ink illustrations. Everyone has a secret dream. How do you leave one talent to pursue another? Find out with us as Jake branches out to pursue his hidden passion for art. Meet the artist during the opening reception, Friday August 16, 2013 from 6-9 PM. Admission is free and open to the public.

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  John Lamb Birthday Celebration

  Studio at 620 and John Lamb

  Nate Najar and The Studio@620 invite you to attend a birthday party for a living legend, Mr. John Lamb! John is a virtuoso performer bassist who performed with the Duke Ellington Orchestra for more than ten years and has been awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award for his career as a musician and educator. Come jazz it up with John as he celebrates 80 swingin' years! The evening will include performances by: Kenny Drew Jr., Nate Najar Trio, La Lucha, and Ray Biscoglia. An open jam session will be held following the scheduled performances, local musicians are invited to participate! The fun begins at 7:30 PM, admission is free and open to the public. Come raise a glass and celebrate! RSVP to The Studio@620 by calling 727-895-6620

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  Lost in the Wilderness

  Studio at 620 and Coralette Damme

  The Studio@620 presents “Lost in the Wilderness”, recent artworks by local artist and printmaker Coralette Damme. Exploring hidden meanings, seeking direction, interpreting personal symbols, accepting cosmic instruction, and the search for self. The exhibit will feature images created in a variety of media with emphasis on linocut and silkscreen printing techniques.

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  Memoirs of a Painted Woman

  Studio at 620 and Karleigh Chase

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  Opus Rouge

  Studio at 620, Nikki Devereux, and Hampton Arts MGMT

  The Studio@620 invites you to view “Opus Rouge”, an exhibit of original mixed media artworks by local fashion photographer Nikki Devereux. Meet the artist during the opening reception, Friday July 12 from 6-9 PM. Artwork remains on display until July 27 during gallery hours, Tuesdays-Saturdays from 12-4 PM. Admission is free and open to the public. “This mixed media fashion project has evolved from a simple attempt to discover beauty in unusual places, to a full fledged exploration of myself, my world, my emotions, the very core of my being. Art and photography have permeated my life to such an extent that they are a part of the very core of my being. Art nourishes me.” — Nikki Devereux

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  RED

  Studio at 620, John Logan, Ryan James Monroe, Keven Renken, Dacey McNally, and Amanda De La Cruz

  By John Logan Directed by Ryan James Monroe

  The Story: Master abstract expressionist Mark Rothko has just landed the biggest commission in the history of modern art, a series of murals for New York’s famed Four Seasons Restaurant. Rothko faces the agonizing possibility that his crowning achievement could also become his undoing. Raw and provocative, RED is a searing portrait of an artist’s ambition and vulnerability as he tries to create a definitive work for an extraordinary setting. Featuring Keven Renken as Mark Rothko and Dacey McNally as Ken. Assistant Director: Amanda De La Cruz

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  Saenz of Attraction

  Studio at 620 and Josue Saenz

  The Studio@620 fosters a new generation of local creativity with frequent exhibitions of emerging artists’ work. “Saenz of Attraction” is the latest in this series of events highlighting alternative points of view and millennial perspectives. Audience members can expect to confront their own attitudes about human sexuality, with a variety of paintings, crafts, and a few little surprises throughout the evening. We invite people to come in, expand their minds, and witness the simplicity of true, unbridled sensuality- not to mention the accomplishments of a fresh, free-thinking young artist with a very diverse set of skills. The opening reception will include live models turned into walking works of art with complete body paintings. NOTE: This exhibit will contain mature subject matter

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  The Odd Couple

  Studio at 620, Neil Simon, Lisa Tricomi, Nate Najar, Bob Devin Jones, Bonnie Agan, Sharon Scott, and Actors' Equality Association

  The Studio@620 invites you to their unique production of Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple”, directed by Lisa Tricomi. Don’t miss St. Pete’s oddest couple of friends: Nate Najar as neurotic neat freak Felix Ungar and Bob Devin Jones* as the slovenly sportswriter Oscar Madison. Longtime Studio@620 familiars Bonnie Agan* and Sharon Scott* enhance the ensemble with roles as the Pigeon Sisters.

  Set design by Stephen K. Mitchell, lighting by Joe Oshry, and costuming by Saidah Ben-Judah.

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  Women’s Success Stories: Shaping Your Career or Letting It Shape You

  Studio at 620 and Business and Professional Women St. Petersburg Pinellas County

  Celebrate National Business Women’s Week™ with the members of BPW/St. Petersburg-Pinellas by attending their annual Working Women’s Forum. An all-female panel representing diverse voices from the workforce will discuss how women in leadership roles and work-life effectiveness impact career choices: Angela Biever, Chief Administrative Officer of Raymond James Financial Margaret Cooley, Director of the Leadership Development Institute at Eckerd College Gypsy Gallardo, Publisher of The Power Broker and Grapevine magazines Sara Stonecipher, Clothing Designer and Owner of MISRED Outfitters Tami Simms, a local real estate professional and President of the St. Petersburg Downtown Business Association, will moderate the forum. This event is open to the public. The forum will be in a panel format, followed by a Q&A session. A reception with light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will precede the discussion. Advance tickets are $15 for BPW members, $20 for non-members. Admission at the door is $25.

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  Postcard, Puer Aeternus, 2012

  Adam Miguel Estevez, Studio at 620, and BayCare Behavioral Health

  The Studio@620 and BayCare Behavioral Health present "Puer Aeternus," an exhibition of new original artworks by Adam Miguel Estevez. You're invited to an opening reception on Friday, December 8, 2012, from 6-9 PM.

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  Postcard, @6:20PM Fundraiser: Collaborative Citywide Dinner Parties, 2012

  Studio at 620, Nate Najar, Paul Wilborn, and Eugenie Bondurant

  You're invited to partake in a Studio-nique evening of dining with one of our special hosts, followed by dessert prepared by community friends and neighbors, accompanied by euphonious chords from instrumentalists and performers. Join us on Saturday, November 10, 2012, for a progressive dinner and concert combo that pairs oral with aural delicacies and supports The Studio@620's ongoing creative endeavors.

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  Postcard, In The Moment. Dance!, 2012

  Terryle D. Heffner and Studio at 620

  The Studio@620 presents T. Heffner as he performs his original choreography "In The Moment. Dance!" This unique event will feature a compilation of music ranging from opera to soul, pop to house, and classical elements. All of Terryle's work is inspired by his grandmother's unconditional love for family and life. In his 22 years as an artist and dancer in New York City he has studied at George Mason University, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Center, and the Dance Theatre of Harlem. These performances are dedicated to the St. Petersburg Community in honor of Gay Pride.

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  Postcard, Narratives; Passages; Perception, 2012

  Zach Christopher and Studio at 620

  In Narratives-Passages-Perception, I attempt to evoke the relationship between matter and relativity through use of the female/male form as it pertains and relates to interaction between non-human forms. However, along with the concentrated subject's portrayed involvement with natural and man-made narratives, there is also the cerebral exception: singular isolation of matter evoking identity. As the viewer, or voyeur even, we seek exploitative passages for the female/male subjects sexuality as isolated beings. Narratives-Passages-Perception is a conceptual visual aesthetic of the idea that all existences, regardless of visually instilled concepts of reality, are unshaped and ill-valued forms of matter. It is with mind, that purpose and directions are fiven to comprise a universal reality.

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  Postcard, Storyhill, 2012

  Sylvia Rusche, Studio at 620, Chris Cunningham, and John Hermanson

  Storyhill is a folk duo that brings infectious melodies, smart story songs and heartbreaking harmonies together in one perfect package. Chris Cunningham and John Hermanson grew up and started performing together as teenagers, while living in Bozeman, Montana. Both were musical from the get-go, singing with choirs, playing in bands and mastering many musical instruments-piano, guitar, trumpet, violen, harmonica, bass and accordion. Although their 7th grade world geography class is what ostensibly brought them together, it was their musical passions that made them close friends and lifelong musical collaborators. With the release of their latest album Shade of the Trees, Storyhill confirms that they are one of the most important songwriting duos today. Mixing old-fashioned storytelling with hauntingly spare acoustic arrangements, they sing about love, war and the many sorrows that accompany them.

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  Postcard, Let's Draw Underwater, 2012

  Hunter Payne and Studio at 620

  After several millions of years crawling out of the water and onto dry land, multi-media gonzo artist Hunter Payne will take humanity back into the ocean as he dives off the deep end for his next art exhibit, Let's Draw Underwater, running Jan. 27 thru Feb.18 at The Studio@620. Let's Draw Underwater will feature hundreds of drawings created entirely underwater by Payne accompanied by a documentary of his adventures in the Florida Keys where all the work for the exhibit was produced.

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  Alphabet of Art

  Studio at 620

  Featuring work by 34 artists from 7 different countries and 20 cities, Alphabet of Art is more than an exhibition of fi ne and innovative modern art—it takes the viewer to a new level of consciousness in its examination of the visual importance of letters, numbers, and music, integrating them with other images, creating works where different ideas, principles and approaches to art meet. A truly international exhibit about building global understanding and peaceful communication, Alphabet of Art attempts to identify the motives which compel artists to go beyond traditional boundaries. This exhibition has garnered international attention, traveling to Moscow and St. Petersburg, Russia and a copy is presently touring Australia. It opened last year in Philadelphia and now is here in St. Petersburg.

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  An Evening of the Arts in Celebration of Mr. Harry Belafonte

  Studio at 620, The Mahaffey, Harry Belafonte, Bob Devin Jones, Nate Najar, Sandra Gadsen, John Lamb, Michael Lunche, Buster Cooper, Sharon Scott, Ray Arsenault, Eric Deggans, and Colette Bancroft

  A Harlem Renaissance Event Presented at The Mahaffey Directed by Bob Devin Jones Musical Direction by Nate Najar Hosted by Tampa Bay Times Columnist Sandra Gadsen This inaugural event will launch the yearlong celebration of the Harlem Renaissance! Join us for an evening you will always remember filled with live performances by Dundo Dole Urban African Ballet, John Lamb, Nate Najar, Michael Lynche, Buster Cooper, Sharon Scott and Bob Devin Jones. There will be a Q&A sessions with Mr. Belafonte and award-winning author Ray Arsenault and Tampa Bay Times journalists Eric Deggans and Colette Bancroft plus an opportunity to purchase a copy of Mr. Belafonte’s new memoir “My Song” and have it signed.

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  Contribute: A Public Forum on Community Action

  Studio at 620 and New Roots News

  Mark your calendars because on Saturday, Feb. 18, the New Roots News team hosts its third Contribute Community Action event at The Studio@620 from 7–10 p.m. If you’re not familiar with Contribute, it’s a public event that aims to inform and educate Tampa Bay Area residents about local people, businesses, projects and organizations. There are so many incredible things going on in the bay area and the folks at New Roots want as many people as possible to know about them! Contribute is also a great place to meet neighbors, network, and learn how to get involved to help make St. Pete and its sister cities a better place. Each Contribute has a sub-theme that falls under the general idea of community action and participation. The first event focused on public journalism and news media, the second on entrepreneurs and innovators. This third event celebrates collaboration!

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  Critics Choice Reading Series

  Studio at 620 and A Simple Theatre

  The Studio@620 welcomes A Simple Theatre as they present the Critics Choice Reading Series: Three evenings of staged readings of plays that are so good, they were nominated for or won the Pulitzer Prize, the Tony Award, or the Drama Desk Award. Come join us for a celebration of the craft of playwrighting with plays read as they were meant to heard. All events begin at 7:30 PM. Admission $15.

  January 16, 2012 /CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION: When four lost New Englanders who enroll in Marty’s six-week-long community-center drama class begin to experiment with harmless games, hearts are quietly torn apart, and tiny wars of epic proportions are waged and won. A beautifully crafted diorama, a petri dish in which we see, with hilarious detail and clarity, the antic sadness of a motley quintet.

  February 20, 2012 / I AM MY OWN WIFE: Based on a true story, and inspired by interviews conducted by the playwright over several years, I AM MY OWN WIFE tells the fascinating tale of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a real-life German transvestite who managed to survive both the Nazi onslaught and the repressive East German Communist regime.

  March 26, 2012 / WIT: Vivian Bearing, Ph.D., a renowned professor of English who has spent years studying and teaching the brilliant and difficult metaphysical sonnets of John Donne, has been diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer. Her approach to the study of Donne: aggressively probing, intensely rational. But during the course of her illness—and her stint as a prize patient in an experimental chemotherapy program at a major teaching hospital—Vivian comes to reassess her life and her work with a profundity and humor that are transformative both for her and the audience.

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  Delicious Nut

  Studio at 620, Ross Marks, David Warner, Roxanne Fay, Robert Heitman, Karleigh Chase, Drew Smith, and Bob Devin Jones

  Delicious Nut is a painfully funny, compassionate, sometimes explosive look at a diverse group of characters at an in-patient psych ward. Their very humanity is tested during a single group therapy session. This group finds themselves thrown together in need of help emotionally, psychologically and spiritually. In the end, the human spirit triumphs as patients and therapist impact each other.

  Featuring David Warner, Roxanne Fay, Robert Heitman, Karleigh Chase and Drew Smith. Directed by Bob Devin Jones

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  Gurf Morlix and Grant Peeples

  Studio at 620, Gurf Morlix, Grant Peeples, and Sylvia Rusche

  The 2012 Independent Music Concert Series continues on Saturday February 25th with Gurf Morlix and Grant Peeples. Tempting as it may be, don’t just judge Gurf Morlix by the company he keeps, even if it does provide a fine starting point: eminent musical artists like Lucinda Williams, Ray Wylie Hubbard and Warren Zevon. Who’s Grant Peeples? “This guy’s a guitar-slinging poet” says Nashville Music City News. His songs bite and twist, turn on a phrase, dig beneath the surface of appearances he violates the “No Trespassing” signs, peeks over the backyard fences of the culture. Then he picks up his guitar and lets you know what he’s seen—unapologetically—like a poet would anchor the Six O’ clock News. Join us for an evening of live music starting with a lignt buffet from Sofia Forte catering @ 7PM. Music starts @ 7:30PM

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  Ignorance is Bliss?

  Studio at 620 and Shoes at the Door Dance Company

  In their St. Petersburg debut, Shoes At The Door Dance presents their first evening length work “Ignorance is Bliss?” on January 28-29, 2012 at The Studio@620. "Ignorance is Bliss?" explores the choice we face between isolation and engagement. Blind spots develop when we insulate ourselves from things we deem inappropriate to see, hear or speak of. Throughout the work, intersections force detours and spark improvisation. Using movement, gesture, partnering and text, the dancers maneuver to find a balancing point between avoidance and interaction.

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  Lies I Told My Little Sister

  Studio at 620, William J. Stribling, judywhite, and Jonathan Weisbrod

  Siblings. Many of us have them. For Cory Webber, her older sister, Sarah, was a fairy princess, and her younger sister Jane-well, she was gullible which made for easy “torture”. After Sarah’s untimely death, Cory, a single, transient photographer by trade, finds herself holed up with her mother and Jane’s family on Cape Cod, learning of the effect her lies had on Jane, as well as of the lies she told herself. Lies I Told My Little Sister is a SAG feature film scheduled to shoot in Cape Cod, MA and in New Jersey this May-June. Director and St. Pete native William J. Stribling and Producer Jonathan Weisbrod are seeking investors to help finish funding on this SAG Ultral Low Budget feature length film. Come spend an evening with the team, hear a reading of the script, and become a producer by investing in “Lies I Told My Little Sister”.