Rainbow bricks find new home at renovated Gainesville City Hall Plaza
Renovated Gainesville City Hall Plaza showcases salvaged rainbow bricks.
THIS WEEK
Santa Fe Springs Plein Air Paintout
The ninth annual Santa Fe Springs Plein Air Paintout art exhibit is on display at Lanza Gallery & Art Supplies, 23645 W. U.S. 27 in High Springs, featuring original works available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds benefiting Our Santa Fe River Inc. The exhibit will remain on display through May 17. For more information, visit lanzagallery.com.
‘NEXT: High School and College Juried Exhibition’
The Gainesville Fine Arts Association presents “NEXT: High School and College Juried Exhibition,” on display through May 22 at 1314 S. Main St., featuring visual art in a variety of mediums by local high school and college students. The exhibition is free, with artwork available for purchase. Additional parking is available at the grocery store lot next door and street parking on Main Street.
‘Million Dollar Quartet’
The newest production from the Hippodrome Theatre, “Million Dollar Quartet,” will run through May 24, bringing four musical icons — Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis — together in one recording studio for a show featuring more than 20 rock ’n’ roll hits. Audiences can expect classics including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk the Line” and “Great Balls of Fire,” in a production inspired by the real-life moment when these legends came together. Catch a show at 7 p.m.: May 15 and May 20-22; at 2 p.m. May 16-17 and May 23-24; and 8 p.m. May 16 and May 23. For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit thehipp.org. The Hippodrome Theatre is located at 25 SE Second Place.
‘For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf’
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre will present “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf” through May 31, with performances at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays.The choreopoem by Ntozake Shange weaves poetic monologues, music and movement to tell interconnected stories of love, struggle and sisterhood through seven women identified by color. Recommended for mature audiences. The production may contain adult themes. Tickets are $25 for adults or $20 with the Senior/Student/Hero discount. Acrosstown Repertory Theatre is located at 3501 SW Second Ave., Suite O. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit acrosstown.org.
‘Florida in the Frame’
The Harn Museum of Art’s exhibition “Florida in the Frame: A Century of Artists’ Reflections on the Sunshine State” continues at 3259 Hull Road, showcasing works from The Florida Art Collection that explore the state’s landscapes, history and culture through paintings, works on paper and select sculptures. Featuring more than 65 artists, including Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent and Florida Highwaymen painters Johnny Daniels and Harold Newton, the exhibition is organized into themes highlighting natural environments, growing cities and the rise of tourism, and will remain on view through July 26. Admission is free. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, visit harn.ufl.edu/floridaintheframe.
Spring Arts Show
Tioga Town Center will host its first annual Spring Arts Show benefiting Girls Place Inc. from 2 to 6 p.m. May 16 at Tioga Town Center. The free event will feature dozens of local creatives showcasing artwork, handcrafted gifts, jewelry, pottery, mixed-media art, houseplants and more, along with music from Kiss 105.3 and food and refreshments from Tioga Town Center restaurants. According to organizers, 100% of vendor booth fees will benefit Girls Place’s Summer Day Camp Program, which serves about 200 girls each summer through field trips and enrichment activities. The event is family-friendly and pet-friendly. For more information, call 331-4000.
Scout Troop 84 Centennial Celebration
Troop 84 will celebrate 100 years of Scouting with a Centennial Celebration at 5 p.m. May 16 at First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 419 NE First St. The event will include a presentation and dinner. Tickets are $30 per person or $20 for to-go meals, and payment may be made by cash, check or Venmo. For more information or to purchase tickets, use Venmo @Troop084.
Women in Blues Showcase
The North Central Florida Blues Society will present its eighth annual Women in Blues Showcase at 3 p.m. May 17 at Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St. The concert will feature performances by Garnetta Cromwell, Vange Durst, Doris “Lady D” Fields, Elizabeth Hangan, Kiersi Joli, Nella B, Cat Rhodes, Sheba the Mississippi Queen and Mary Washington-Brooks, celebrating the role women have played in blues music. Advance tickets are $25, and day-of-show tickets are $30. The event is open to all ages. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit heartwoodsoundstage.com.
Leo Middea with Pamelli Marafon
Heartwood Soundstage will host Brazilian singer-songwriter Leo Middea with Pamelli Marafon at 7 p.m. May 19 at 619 S. Main St. Middea, who has performed in 16 countries, was the first Brazilian finalist at Portugal’s Festival da Canção in 2023 and has released five albums recorded across Paris, Amsterdam and Rio de Janeiro. Marafon, a Brazilian composer and multi-instrumentalist, began her career performing in England before studying music at the Federal University of Ouro Preto. Advance tickets are $20, and day-of-show tickets are $25. Lawn chairs are permitted as space allows, outside food is permitted and the all-ages concert will be held outdoors. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit heartwoodsoundstage.com.
Santigold
Santigold will perform with TroyBakerSound at 7 p.m. May 20 at Heartwood Soundstage, 619 S. Main St. Santigold is known for blending pop, punk, reggae and electronic influences, while TroyBakerSound combines dancehall, dub and global sounds into immersive live performances. The outdoor, all-ages concert will require attendees under 18 to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Advance tickets are $50, and day-of-show tickets are $57. One dollar from each ticket sold will support Food For The Poor. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit heartwoodsoundstage.com.
ONGOING
Horse Feeding
The Retirement Home for Horses provides lifetime care to elderly horses seized by law enforcement agencies, rescued by the SPCA or humane societies, as well as horses retired from government service, such as police patrol or state and federal parks. They allow visitors to tour the property and feed treats — carrots, apple slices and bananas provided by the visitors — from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday. Mill Creek Farm Retirement Home for Horses is located at 20307 NW CR 235A in Alachua. For more information or to support the nonprofit, visit millcreekfarm.org.
Community Nights
Community Nights are free weekly events hosted by South Main Station and Heartwood Soundstage that include a rotating calendar of jams, skillshares, concerts, arts markets, food and drink specials, and other activities each Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. The event has grown in popularity with families, locals, musicians, and college students since its launch in 2024. The event takes place at South Main Station, an arts, food, and entertainment campus adjacent to Depot Park that spans the Southeast corner of Main Street and Depot Road. Community Nights always feature free live music and drink specials at Heartwood Soundstage’s lawn bar, but any given week can also include skillshares on music and videography, kids’ activities, film screenings, and opportunities to sample local food and drink at South Main’s businesses, which include Humble Pie Pizzeria, Grand Scheme Brewery, Bingo Deli, and Afternoon Coffee. The first Wednesday of every month always features an open-air arts market of local makers and an old-time music jam. More information is available at heartwoodsoundstage.com.
COMING SOON
Mean Mary
International touring musician Mean Mary will perform May 22 at the Florida Folk Festival at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park, 11016 Lillian Saunders Drive/U.S. 41 in White Springs. Appearing as part of her “Woman Creature” tour, Mary’s set will feature a mix of songs from across her catalog along with new original material. Known for her lightning-fast banjo playing and distinctive vocal style, she blends folk, bluegrass, blues and Americana into high-energy performances that range from story-driven ballads to rapid-fire instrumentals. A multi-instrumentalist who plays more than 10 instruments, she has built an international following through touring, award-winning songwriting and widely viewed music videos. For more information, visit meanmary.com.
‘Our Town’
In “Our Town,” the latest production from Gainesville Community Playhouse, audiences follow the Gibb and Webb families in the fictional town of Grover’s Corners through moments of daily life, love and loss in Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning classic. The show runs from May 22 to June 7 at Gainesville Community Playhouse, with performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Directed by Erin Pearson Silverman, the production uses minimalist staging to highlight the play’s reflective look at time, memory and what it means to truly live. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and students, and $15 for children 12 and younger. Gainesville Community Playhouse is located at 4039 NW 16th Blvd. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit gcplayhouse.org.
‘Honoring Our Past … Celebrating Our Future’
Pofahl Studios, the resident school for Dance Alive National Ballet, will present its 70th annual student recital, “Honoring Our Past…Celebrating Our Future,” at 2 p.m. May 24 at the Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. The performance will celebrate the studio’s 70-year history of training dancers in Alachua County and will feature classical and neo-classical ballet, contemporary, acrobatics, hip-hop, tap and jazz performances ranging from pre-ballet to pre-professional levels. Tickets are available through the Phillips Center box office at 392-2787. For more information, call 371-2986 or visit performingarts.ufl.edu.
With Everything Going On Festival
Heartwood Soundstage will host the inaugural With Everything Going On Festival from 4 to 10 p.m. May 30, a one-day event curated by Gainesville songwriter Jordan Burchel that also serves as the official release show for his new record of the same name. The lineup features Nick Lutsko String Band, The Nancys, Lauris Vidal, Spencer Thomas, Morningbell, Lauren Woodall and more, bringing together a mix of local and regional artists whose work reflects both place and moment. Blending a music festival, album release and reflection on creativity in uncertain times, the event centers on the idea of continuing to make and share art in the midst of it all, with a focus on community, collaboration and catharsis. Heartwood Soundstage is located at 619 S. Main St. For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit heartwoodsoundstage.com.
GFAA Artist Studio Tour
The Gainesville Fine Arts Association will host its annual GFAA Artist Studio Tour on May 30-31 at 24 studio locations throughout the Gainesville area following a kickoff party and preview exhibition on May 29 at the GFAA Main Gallery, 1314 S. Main St. The free kickoff event will run from 6 to 8 p.m., with the gallery remaining open until 10 p.m. during Artwalk, and will feature work from all 31 participating artists alongside the “Art in the Hammock” exhibit by Oak Hammock residents. Artist studios will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, showcasing painting, pottery, sculpture, photography, mixed media, fiber art and more. Maps and artist information are available at gfaastudiotour.org. For more information about the Gainesville Fine Arts Association, visit gainesvillefinearts.org or call 328-5027.
Buckethead
Glory Days Presents will host guitarist Buckethead on June 4 for an 8 p.m. show at Vivid Music Hall, located at 201 W. University Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. Known for his virtuosic electric guitar playing and theatrical stage presence, Buckethead’s music spans genres including progressive metal, funk, blues and jazz. This is his only Central Florida stop. The show is open to ages 18 and older, with limited access for those 16 and older accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tickets are $45.84 to $79.69. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit glorydayspresents.com.
‘Exit Laughing’
High Springs Playhouse will present “Exit Laughing” from June 5 to 28. Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. The comedy follows three longtime friends who “borrow” their late bridge partner’s ashes for one final game, leading to an unexpectedly wild night that changes how they see life and friendship. Tickets are $17 for adults and $15 for seniors and students. High Springs Playhouse is located at 23416 W. U.S. 27 in High Springs. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit highspringsplayhouse.com.
‘Company’
Acrosstown Repertory Theatre will present “Company” from June 19 to July 12, with performances at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays at 3501 SW Second Ave., Suite O. There also is a preview night at 8 p.m. June 18. The Tony Award-winning musical follows Robert, a lifelong bachelor, as he reflects on relationships, marriage and his own choices during a series of encounters with his friends. Widely regarded as a landmark in modern musical theater, the show blends humor and introspection in its exploration of love and commitment. Tickets are $10 for the June 18 preview, then $25 for adults and $20 for seniors, students and heroes. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit acrosstown.org.
‘Heathers — The Musical’
Gainesville Community Playhouse will present “Heathers — The Musical” from July 17 to Aug. 9, with performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Directed by Sam Rhodes, the darkly comedic rock musical follows high school student Veronica Sawyer as she navigates the toxic social hierarchy of the “Heathers” and a dangerous relationship that spirals into violence. Featuring music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy and based on the film by Daniel Waters, the show explores themes of identity, bullying and teen rebellion. Recommended for mature audiences, the production may contain strong language and depictions of violence, substance use and other adult themes. The playhouse is located at 4039 NW 16th Blvd. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit gcplayhouse.org.
‘Robin Hood’
In “Robin Hood,” the newest production from High Springs Playhouse, the classic tale of the prince of thieves is retold through the lively narration of Friar Tuck, bringing Sherwood Forest to life with familiar characters including Little John, Maid Marian and the Sheriff of Nottingham. The summer youth production runs from July 23 to Aug. 2 at High Springs Playhouse, located at 23416 W. U.S. 27 in High Springs, with performances at 7 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $17 for adults and $15 for seniors and students. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit highspringsplayhouse.com.
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