Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” has seen several iterations on the stage and on screen since the book was first published in 1843. No matter the presentation, the classic story withstands the test of time to communicate its central themes of goodwill, generosity and forgiveness.
The Florida Swing Dancing club will host an event Saturday that will introduce swing dancing to newcomers and give experienced dancers the opportunity to show off their skills.
Fort Lauderdale based band The Heavy Pets will bring a taste of South Florida to the High Dive this Saturday, where they will play alongside local bands Supamoon and Whale Feral.
With such a star-studded ensemble cast, it comes as a great disappointment that the most exciting aspect of “Murder on the Orient Express” is a mustache. Yes, you read that right. A mustache that fills the entire screen.
Thanks to The Florida Museum of Natural History and First Magnitude Brewing Co., going out for a beer this Friday can be an environmental act.
Although the holidays are nearly upon us, it’s always the right time for a good block party in Florida.
Electronic indie band Retrolux will release their highly anticipated second extended play titled “Optics,” and perform alongside special guests DVWEZ and King Complex at The Atlantic this Thursday.
On Oct. 27 I had the pleasure of attending the Florida Players’ production of “Raised In Captivity” at the Phillips Performing Arts Center.
The funk-flavored, rock/soul group Holey Miss Moley will have its first appearance at First Magnitude Brewing Company on Nov. 10 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for $5 per person at the door.
The 36th Annual Downtown Festival and Art Show returns this weekend to take over Gainesville.
On Sept. 23, soul musician Charles Bradley died of complications from stomach and liver cancer. He was 68 years old.
Gainesville will host 20 Watt Tombstone on its 24-date Fall 2017 tour.
You don’t have to be Ben Stiller to spend a night at the museum.
The 68th annual student-run Florida Writers Festival will kick off this weekend. This year, festivalgoers can engage with notable writers Lydia Davis, Lawrence Joseph, Rachel Cusk and Paul Muldoon.
On Monday night the Gainesville Roller Rebels Swamp City Sirens laced up their skates to practice.
Life is too short to be a picky eater. By trying food from unfamiliar places, you gain a better understanding and appreciation for different customs around the world, leaving you more culturally aware, empathetic and satisfyingly full. Gainesville is a flavorful, diverse melting-pot composed of people from all over the world, and it’s only fitting to have our restaurants reflect that. All located within a 2-mile radius from UF, a variety of restaurants were handpicked where Gainesville residents can enjoy authentic worldly cuisine without having to trek far.
Fans of the hit Broadway sensation “Kiss Me, Kate” will be able to experience the show for the next two weekends courtesy of UF’s School of Theatre and Dance. The cast will perform the Tony Award-winning musical at the Constans Theatre, while in celebration of the theater’s own 50th anniversary.
You know a film is going to be terrible when the director explains what went wrong before the film is even released.
Surfer Blood and The Hails are coming to High Dive on Thursday night to play rock music and 2017 releases.
A popular American rapper will make his third Gainesville appearance in two years Thursday.
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