Postcard Collection
This digital collection highlights postcards from a number of events held at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Bob Devin Jones and David Ellis started the Studio@620 in 2004. This collection contains the postcards of a variety of events, from poetry readings and plays to photography and printmaking exhibits. The collection illustrates the rich history of the playhouse and the art movement in St. Petersburg, Florida over the last few decades.
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Postcard, Mementos Performance by REVolutions Dance at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for Mementos, a performance by REVolutions Dance at Studio@620. The evening of dance, inspired by a variety of imagery, showcases the works of Tampa Bay’s finest dance photographers. REVolutions Dance is Central Florida’s only physically integrated professional dance company, known for producing choreography that highlights the unique differences and creativity of its dancers.
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Postcard, Re:Visit at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for re:visit, a collaboration between Studio at 620 and activist design collective ras+e. This exhibit challenges traditional design principles with an unconventional combination of cheap, democratic materials and provocative content. The project blends fine art, design, and writing to question the intersection of mass culture, art, and media, resulting in an explosive fusion of text, image, and ideas.
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Postcard, The 2012 Independent Music Concert Series at Studio@620, St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for the 2012 Independent Music Concert Series at Studio@620, featuring a lineup of six musical events. The series includes performances by Jeff Black, Gurf Morlix, Grant Peeples, Storyhill, Rebecca Loebe, Rod Picott, Amanda Shires, Kevin Welch, The Trishas, and Sylvia Rusche, providing an opportunity to experience diverse live performances over six months.
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Postcard, The Men at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for The Men, a play by Christian Couture, presented as part of the Golden Ticket Theatre Series at Studio@620. Directed by Bob Devin Jones, this mature comedy offered a humorous and campy exploration of its themes, providing audiences with an entertaining theatrical experience.
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Postcard, The Golden Ticket Theatre Series at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for The Golden Ticket Theatre Series, the inaugural subscription-based season of theatre at Studio@620. The seven-play series included Langston Hughes' Black Nativity at the Palladium and the tenth-anniversary remount of the award-winning Uncle Bends, A Home-Cooked Negro Narratives. The lineup also featured the world premiere of Christian Couture's comedy The Men; local playwright Heather Jones' historical drama Murder Ballad; Caretaker by Harold Pinter; Mark Leib's romantic comedy American Duet; and the world premiere of Stephen Riodan's Seven Deadly Plays.
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Postcard, PAM: Poetry Art Music at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for PAM: Poetry Art Music, an event at Studio@620. The program provided an open environment for artistic expression, inviting artists, musicians, poets, and free-thinkers to participate in collective creation. The studio's walls served as an open canvas for visual artists, complemented by an open mic for musicians and poets, culminating in a night of live art, music, and spoken word.
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Postcard, Olivia: Meaning Envy at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for Olivia: Meaning Envy, an art installation and performance by Black Horse Theatre at Studio@620. The production featured Alice Ferrulo as Olivia, incorporating the short film Four Chairs, sculptures by Darren Carter Beistle, original music by Dennis McAllister, and costume designs from Rogerio Martins' Envy Collection. The installation explored the concept of envy as "a secret within," integrating elements of dance, theater, and film.
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Postcard, A Kaleidoscope of Musical Sketches at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for "A Kaleidoscope of Musical Sketches" at studio@620 in St. Petersburg. Presented by The Performing Arts Consortium of St. Petersburg, the event featured a variety of musical arts, including popular vocal interpretations, jazz stylings, and instrumental performances. Original arrangements by composer/pianist James Weaver and works by Cole Porter were showcased, with performances by artists such as Becca McCoy, Vernon and Mary Ann Taranto, India Adams, David Martinez, and the Imagineer Singers.
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Postcard, Andrew Geddis at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for a benefit concert featuring classical guitarist Andrew Geddis at Studio@620. The performance supported Midtown Through Our Eyes, an annual exhibition of student photography from Melrose Elementary, John Hopkins Middle, and Lakewood High Schools, produced during the Journeys in Journalism summer camp program.
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Postcard, First You, Then the Rest at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for First You, Then the Rest, an original dance composition by Alex Jones, presented at Studio@620. The performance explores the concept that understanding oneself is essential before impacting others, featuring introspective and participatory segments. Jones is joined by alumni from the University of South Florida's Dance Department and performers from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
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Postcard, On the Face of It at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for On the Face of It, a collaborative dance concert presented by The Fletcher Dance Project at Studio@620. The performance featured group works performed by the company and a solo showcase by artist Travis Mesman, offering a contemporary interpretation of dance through projected visuals, innovative dance theater, acrobatics, and high-energy performances.
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Postcard, The Studio Honors: Nominate Your Hero, St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for The 2012 Studio Honors: Nominate Your Hero, an initiative by Studio@620 to recognize deserving individuals in the community. The process began with community nominations, allowing the public to highlight and honor local heroes for their contributions.
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Postcard, Rubber Stamp Workshop at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for the Rubber Stamp Workshop, hosted by local artist and printmaker Coralette Damme, also known as The Crafty Hag, at Studio@620. The hands-on workshop taught participants to create custom rubber stamps using basic printmaking techniques, suitable for enhancing cards, stationery, and other handmade artworks.
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Postcard, The Evolution of Pedro Jermaine at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for The Evolution of Pedro Jermaine, an art exhibition held at Studio@620. The exhibit showcased original artworks by Pedro J. Perry, reflecting his personal journey and artistic development. An artist reception took place during the exhibition, providing attendees an opportunity to engage with the artist and his work.
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Postcard, Dance Theatre: Adin & Ferguson at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for Dance Theatre: Adin & Ferguson, a performance held at Studio@620. The event showcased a collaboration between choreographer/director Chase Adin and composer Chris Ferguson, featuring four new works and a critically acclaimed piece from their repertoire. The Sarasota-based dance company Moving Ethos also participated as guest artists.
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Postcard, Ryan and Friends at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for Ryan and Friends, a musical performance at Studio@620 featuring Ryan McLaughlin and guests, including local favorite Becca McCoy. The event celebrated the complexities of friendship through a blend of songs, humor, and storytelling, appealing to theater enthusiasts.
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Postcard, Rod Picott at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for a live performance by singer-songwriter Rod Picott at Studio@620. Picott performed songs from his album Welding Burns, which reached #1 on the Freeform American Roots chart and #36 on the Americana Association's music charts.
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Postcard, Dick Gregory: The Celebrating Truth Tour at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for Dick Gregory: The Celebrating Truth Tour, a special event fundraiser held at Studio@620. The event featured iconic comedian and social justice activist Dick Gregory, with proceeds benefiting the National Congress of Black Women, Inc., The Higgins Alcohol and Addiction Research Program, and Studio@620's educational initiatives. The evening included a performance and speech by Mr. Gregory, followed by a question-and-answer session.
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Postcard, A Dance in 48 Hours at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for A Dance in 48 Hours, a performance held at Studio@620. The event featured choreographers Leymis Bolaños-Wilmott, Erin Fletcher, Shila Tirabassi, and Travis Mesman, who collaborated to create and present original dance pieces within a 48-hour timeframe.
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Postcard, Kevin Welch and the Trishas at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for a performance by singer-songwriter Kevin Welch and the musical group The Trishas at Studio@620. The event features vocal harmonies and unique songwriting, with The Trishas comprising Savannah Welch, Kelly Mickwee, Liz Foster, and Jamie Wilson. Savannah's father, Kevin Welch, also performs, marking a family reunion of sorts.
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Postcard, Glass Candy at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for Glass Candy, a multimedia dance theater installation performed by The Fletcher Dance Project at Studio@620. The production explored themes of consumerism and the exploitation of cultural icons, incorporating contemporary modern dance set to the compositions of Philip Glass. Artistic Director Erin Fletcher collaborated with dancers to present this innovative performance.
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Postcard, Kevin Welch at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for an evening of live music featuring singer-songwriter Kevin Welch at Studio@620. Touring in support of his latest CD A Patch of Blue Sky, Welch performed selections from the album and prior releases. A Patch of Blue Sky features ten new songs, all written or co-written by Welch, and reflects an ultimately hopeful journey from darkness to dawn.
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Postcard, Purnama Sari Balinese Dance Company at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for a performance by the Purnama Sari Balinese Dance Company at Studio@620. The event showcased sacred dances from Bali, including classic court dances, ritual dances, and ancient mask dances. Founders Surapsari and Indra, trained by acclaimed masters in Ubud, Bali, have been performing and teaching in the U.S. since 2000.
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Postcard, Movies in May at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for Movies in May, a series of outdoor film screenings held each Thursday evening in May at North Straub Park. Attendees were invited to enjoy classic movies by the waterfront, with food and drinks available from popular vendors, live music before the films, and options to rent chairs or bring personal seating.
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Postcard, Soul Café at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida
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A promotional postcard for Soul Café, an event at Studio@620 focused on rhythm and personal expression. The evening aimed to provide participants with insights into rhythm-making, fostering meaningful rhythmic practices, and integrating authentic rhythms into daily life to enhance freedom of expression.
