ARTS AND CULTURAL Events ~ CCIRC Performances & Events

Riverside Theatre presents Live in the Loop on March 15 with The Floridelics! We’re often asked what genre of music we play, but it’s hard to put us in a box. We draw inspiration from a wide range of genres, from classic rock to alternative to indie. Our sound is dynamic and always evolving but we love to play to the crowd with our versatility. We love playing a wide variety of songs from The Doors, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Prince, Bruno Mars, Bob Marley and many more!

On March 16 The Lattitudes creates a Tropical Rock Party… combining rock, reggae, funk, and country music, layered with multiple genres. The combination of energetic and vibrant personalities has made this group the go-to band for singing, dancing, or just sitting back with a margarita and enjoying the music.

A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery presents Art of the Fantastic: Imaginative Illustration from the Korshak Collection. Opening Reception March 15, 6 – 8pm, with remarks at 6:30pm On view through April 28. 

The Korshak Collection features works by pioneering artists from over a century of published science fiction, horror, and fantasy. These original adventure and fantasy illustrations appeared on the covers and pages of timeless novels, and in classic pulp magazines from the 1930s through 1960s such as Amazing Stories, Weird Tales, Fantastic Adventures, and Wonder Stories. The exhibition features 40 works from this notable private collection by such masters as Aubrey Beardsley, Arthur Rackham, Gustave Doré, Howard Pyle, Virgil Finlay, Kelly Freas, J. Allen St. John, Frank Frazetta, and Michael Whelan. With outstanding images of Martian princesses, Arthurian legends, ethereal fairies, alien invaders, imaginative pasts and fanciful, uncertain futures, Art of the Fantastic is far and away a superb survey of the extraordinary. Located at 500 North Indian River Drive in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce, Florida.

Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge 121st Anniversary Celebration

March 15 – 17. Pelican Island will celebrate its 121st anniversary as the country’s first National Wildlife Refuge. Joe Wiegand, aka President Theodore Roosevelt, will join the Pelican Island Conservation Society to help celebrate this historic occasion and bring to life how Pelican Island came to be known throughout the country, and even the world! Activities include a special “Evening with Theodore Roosevelt” with a presentation by President Roosevelt himself! Stop by the Pelican Island NWR on the weekend for a meet-and-greet with the President, enjoy the environmental, conservation, historical and live wildlife exhibitors who will join us, and stroll the Centennial Boardwalk leading to the overlook of Pelican Island. And be sure to say hi to President Roosevelt – you can’t miss him!

Indian River Region AACA 45th Annual Antique Car Show

March 16. Held at Riverside Park, SE of Merrill Barber Bridge, Riverside Park Drive in Vero Beach

Image: 24′ advanced show flyer.jpeg

Vero Beach International Music Festival

March 16, 7:30pm.  World-class musicians from around the country have been gathering in Vero Beach since 2010 to perform in one-of-a-kind collaborations at the invitation of the Mike Block String Camp.

First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach, 520 Royal Palm BLVD in Vero Beach

Riverside Theatre offers Kinky Boots, Music & Lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, Book by Harvey Fierstein,  Based on the 2005 British film written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth. Performances run through March 17.

Indian River Symphonic Association presents Academy of St Martin in the Fields with Joshua Bell

March 19, 7:30pm

Joshua Bell, Music Director and Violin Soloist.

• Gioachino Rossini: Overture from The Barber of Seville
  • Max Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26
  • Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73

Performance at Community Church of Vero Beach, 1901 23rd Street in Vero Beach

Riverside Theatre offers Yankee Tavern a fierce, funny, mind-bending thriller. Performances run March 19 – April 7.

Historic House Tours Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation

March 19, 1 – 5pm. Mueller Campus of IRSC, 6155 College Lane in Vero Beach.

CCIRC Third Cultural Connection: BackStage Pass @ Vero Beach Theatre Guild on March 20, 4 – 6pm. Vero Beach Theatre Guild. 

Join us for refreshments and connecting to the arts as the longest running non profit community theatre on the Treasure Coast welcomes visitors to the behind the scenes tour of Vero Beach Theatre Guild celebrating its 66th season. Think: Sets, props, costumes, special effects, lighting – all the things that make the theatre a special place.

Chamber Music Society of  Lincoln Center offers Trios Transformed

March 20, 7:30pm. Performance at Trinity Episcopal Church, 2365 Pine Avenue in Vero Beach. Haydn is well known for his 104 symphonies and 68 string quartets, but his piano trios supply equal delight for listeners and inspiring challenges for performers. Hear the direct effect of Haydn’s genius on Beethoven, as three familiar and formidable CMS musicians tackle a four-work juxtaposition of seminal trios by both composers. We will hear each composer’s trios evolve, as they did side-by-side in Vienna, where Haydn and Beethovenenjoyed a cordial if somewhat competitive relationship. Beethoven’s “Ghost” Trio concludes, its eerie slow movement reportedly inspired by the witches’ scene from Macbeth.

Haydn: Trio for Piano, Violin, and Cello in A major, Hob. XV:18

Beethoven: Trio in C minor for Piano, Violin, and Cello, Op. 1, No. 3

Haydn: Trio in E major for Piano, Violin, and Cello, Hob. XV:28 (1797)

Beethoven: Trio in D major for Piano, Violin, and Cello, Op. 70, No. 1, “Ghost” (1808)

Concerts in the Park at the Vero Beach Museum of Art

March 21, 5 – 7pm: Mike Telesmanick

Don’t miss the return of Concerts in the Park at the Vero Beach Museum of Art. Residents are invited to enjoy the beautiful outdoor setting and atmosphere of the Museum’s Sculpture Parks while listening to the sounds of various toe-tapping musical numbers. Mike Telemanick will take the outdoor stage with his jazz band and share his amazing talent on the piano. Expect to hear classic be-bop arrangements echoing the styles of Bud Powell, Bill Evens, and Oscar Peterson, as well as contemporary jazz stylings, and pay vocal tribute to Frank Sinatra, Nat King cole, and Johnny Hartman. The musical evening will begin at 5 pm and include a live performance, a cash bar – beer and wine, and Off the Hook Food Truck will be on site each evening. Well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome. Join us and bring your seats or picnic blankets,and enjoy this truly sensational evening of entertainment at the Vero Beach Museum of Art.

Tickets are purchased on the night. No advanced tickets.

Vero Beach Theatre Guild presents 9 to 5, the MUSICAL

Performances through March 24. Three women fight to climb the ladder to the top of a corporate world ruled by misogyny.  Dolly Parton’s classic music and all the bright razzle-dazzle of the Broadway hit come to your Theatre Guild stage.  Will their plan for revenge succeed as they take matters into their own hands?

CCIRC Art In Public Places Gallery Intergenerational Recreation Center

1509 9th Street SW in Vero Beach, Emerging Artists Showcase: Grades 9-12 in Indian River County. On view through April 20.  Invitees: Vero Beach High School, Indian River Charter High School, Saint Edward’s School & Sebastian River High School .

Indian River Clay’s Form + Fire

At Raw Space Gallery, 1795 Old Dixie Highway in Vero Beach. Open to the public on March 19, 21, 11am – 2pm. Docent tours are available; call 772-202-8598.

Indian River Clay, a non-profit ceramic arts studio in Vero Beach, is proud to partner with Raw Space Gallery to bring a juried, contemporary clay exhibit to Vero Beach. There will be 119 pieces of ceramic art on display representing the work of 52 ceramic artists from 14 cities across Florida, including Naples, West Palm Beach, St. Petersburg, Miami, Vero Beach, and other neighboring communities

Sunrise Theatre presents GISELLE Grand Kyiv Ballet on March 13 7pm,

Bee Gees Now on March 14 at 7:30pm,

Randy Rainbow For President on March 15 at 7:30pm,

The Hit Men on March 16 at 8pm,

Get The Led Out on March 21 at 7:30pm and

Comedy Corner with Headliner: Patrick Garrity on March 23, 8pm.

Visit: http://www.sunrisetheatre.com

VBMA Museum Stories: 0-23 Month Olds

March 20, 9:30 – 10:30am

VBMA Museum Stories for 2-4 Year Olds

March 20, 10:30 – 11:30am

ELC offers Reflections of Nature Presented by Orchid Island Art Club

On exhibit March through May.

LIVE! From Vero Beach offers The Beatles vs The Stones on March 21,7pm at The Emerson Center.  The two greatest rock ‘n’ roll bands of all time face off in this once-in-a-lifetime show. Taking the side of the Fab Four is Abbey Road, one of the country’s top Beatles tribute bands. With brilliant musicianship and authentic costumes and gear, Abbey Road plays beloved songs spanning the Beatles’ career. They engage in a musical “showdown” of the hits against premier Stones tribute band Satisfaction – The International Rolling Stones Show, who offer a faithful rendition of the music and style of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and the bad boys of the British Invasion. This nationally touring show plays to audiences across the country to great acclaim.  Everyone is a winner at the end of this show!

Tickets at: http://www.musicworksconcerts.com/vero-beach

Gallery 14 presents A Summer Breeze: Paintings by Melissa & Horacio 

On view through March 29, located at 1911 14th Avenue, Vero Beach.

Gallery 14 welcomes the return of the ever popular husband and wife team Melissa Mastrangelo and Horacio Lertora. The duo, who have continually brought smiles to the faces of fans and collectors from near and far, like to say that they are spouses sharing the same canvas in life and art. This partnership has resulted in a successful collaboration for 18 years. In their current body of work, A Summer Breeze: Paintings by Melissa and Horacio, Melissa uses acrylic paint and original mid-century ephemera, in collaboration with Horacio’s hand cut stencils and wooden tiles to create nostalgic and playful works of art. Each piece is created on an assemblage of 1/4” wooden tiles and panels. 

Most of the pieces in this collection are meant to be hung singularly or in combination with others to create a larger panoramic statement. Always featured throughout the year are Gallery 14 artist-owners: Lila Blakeslee, Barbara du Pont, Barbara Landry, Jessica Leto, Mary Ann Hall, Deborah Morrell Polackwich, Dorothy Napp Schindel and Evan Schwarze, as well as represented artists Walford Campbell, Jim Cohoe, Melanie Denison, Joan Earnhart, Terry Green, Viola Pace Knudsen, Mia Lindberg, Francis Mesaros, Michael Robinson, Carol Staub and Jo Zaza. 

The Galleries at First Press offers Winter Art Reception and Show

Galleries at First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach spotlight three artists 

520 Royal Palm Boulevard in Vero Beach. On view through March 31.

The work of three standout artists; Evelyna Helmer, Maciek von Ato and Bertelle Brooking will be displayed in galleries throughout the church campus for the duration of the show.

Viner Series Violins and Hope Exhibit for the Visual Arts at Community Church  On view through  April 1. Step into the world of music, history, and resilience with the Violins and Hope exhibition, presented by Community One Initiative and The Community Church of Vero Beach Viner Series for the Visual Arts. This captivating showcase is a striking visual representation of the inspiring story of Violins of Hope—instruments used by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust that were restored and uplifted by renowned Israeli violinmaker, Amnon Weinstein. Narthex Gallery at Community Church. Gallery Hours are Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm and Sunday 8:30am – 11:30am. To view the gallery, please call 772-562-3633.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County On Exhibit Indian River County Administrative Complex, Bldg A & B, First & Second Floors. Celebrate – Artist Member Exhibit on view through April 11 with works by, Merana Cadorette, Mary Carter, Tony Caruso, Evelyn Haught, Barbara Krupp, Gwen McNenney, Mariya Yankovich & Joaquin Zalazar.

Vero Beach Art Club Gallery & Marketplace Spring Fever on view through April 12. Artwork is available for purchase at all exhibiting shows.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County in conjunction with Mandy and Ray Hooker invite you to viewing at Indian River Distillery, 3308 Aviation Blvd. in Vero Beach.  Exhibit Theme: “Old Florida”. Featured Artists: Ella Chabot, Patricia Forelle, Richard Gilmor, Janet Grossarth, Evelyn Haught, John McAleer, Gwen McNenney & Mark Sans Souci. On view through April 18.  

Sebastian River Art Club presents A Look Back in Time

A Celebration of the Sebastian Centennial

On view through April 18.

An exhibit by Sebastian River Art Club Members of artwork depicting old landmarks and notable homes in Sebastian as part of a celebration of Sebastian’s Centennial Celebration. Vote for your Favorite Artwork in the exhibit and be entered to win a beautiful artwork from the Sebastian River Art Club. All votes remain confidential.

North Indian River County Library, 1001 Sebastian Blvd in Sebastian

Cultural Council of Indian River County is pleased to announce a new venue for Art in Public Places Program – Vero Beach City Hall, 1053 20th Place, Gallery Exhibits in Hallway & Council Chambers. “All Around The Town” on view through April 24 with works by Gwen McNenney on exhibit in the Hallway. Works by Barbara Krupp on view in the Council Chamber.

Center for Spiritual Care offers Tied, Dyed, Woven And Stitched

On view through April 26, 1550 24th St, in downtown Vero Beach. Artists members of the Vero Beach Art Club; Yvonne Steere, Phyllis Petrillo, Sheila McAvoy, Haeley Kyong, Grace Cormier, Paulette and Michelle Nevaeh. For hours the show is open contact the Center office at 772-567-1233.

Vero Beach Museum of Art offers Ancient Egypt & the Napoleonic Era:

Masterworks from the Dahesh Museum of Art

On view through April 28.  To celebrate the centennial of archaeologist Howard Carter’s discovery of the tomb of King Tutankhamen, the VBMA presents Ancient Egypt & the Napoleonic Era: Masterworks from the Dahesh Museum of Art. Western encounters with the Orient date back many centuries, but the Industrial Revolution developed dynamic new levels of engagement. New and better forms of transportation created a flood of travelers—writers, scholars and, most crucially, artists—all heading to the Orient. The result was an extraordinary range of artworks with a variety of themes and styles. The show explores artistic visions of the cultures and peoples from the time Napoleon entered Egypt, taking with him dozens of draftsmen and engineers to create renderings of this country’s rich cultural phenomena.

McKee Botanical Garden newest exhibition: 

A Tropical Flock of Avian Avatars by The Myth Makers Donna Dodson & Andy Moerlein

On view through April 28.  Featuring ten monumental and environmentally friendly bird sculptures created from bamboo and other mixed media. Each unique Avian Avatar in the Tropical Flock is made specifically for McKee. These majestic birds will grace McKee’s tropical landscape though April 28. The sculptures are designed to attract, captivate, and inspire the imaginations of all who encounter them.

Art at The Emerson offers A Moment in Time Exhibition An exhibition featuring photographers capturing the perfect image. On view through May 1.

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County venue Vero Beach Outlets Mall Guest Services on exhibit All Things Vero! Featured Artists Judy Burgarella, Andy Burman, Nancy Duclos, Victor Genel, John McAleer & Joaquin Zalaza. On View through May 4. Location: 1824 94^th Drive, Vero Beach (located beside Michael Kohrs).

Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County On Exhibit Indian River County Courthouse Marie’s Journey, Solo Exhibit –  Marie Marrow. On view through May 9.

Artists Guild Gallery is a fine-art gallery featuring original art by local artist-owners. Diverse styles and mediums are represented, and the art is changed, and rotated on a monthly basis. Classes are offered in oil, watercolor, acrylics, pastels, and drawing.  Located: 1974 14th Avenue, Vero Beach

Gallery hours: Thru April: Tuesday – Saturday 11am-4pm 

Upcoming:

Vero Beach Opera presents Scenes From Zarzuelas

March 24, 3 pm 

This is the real deal! We are bringing you artists who specialize in Zarzuelas. Transport to the heart of Spain with passionate melodies and stories brought to life by four remarkable singers, a brilliant ensemble of musicians, and a group of fiery dancers. VBHS Performing Arts Center

Space Coast Symphony Orchestra offers Sinatra, Martin and More with John Stevens on  March 24, 3:00pm