A must see production...SEMINAR

The FRINGE Theater of Key West is proud to present the hit Broadway production of Seminar. A COUP for Key West FRINGE – Broadway hit SEMINAR is directed by the nationally renowned Dennis Zacek, Tony Award recipient for Victory Gardens Theater, Chicago. SEMINAR by Theresa Rebeck, Broadway veteran and creator of the TV show SMASH, is a sharply humorous, captivating play where four young writers explore their mettle in a high-priced seminar led by an elitist ex-novelist with hyper-critical skills and no diplomacy. Will the young writers have the courage to succeed? Will the seminar leader demonstrate the ability - or desire - to tease out their talents or simply crush their dreams?  Seminar stars Mike Mulligan.  This show is sure to be the show of the season and is quickly selling out. To round out a full Key West experience, enjoy local theater at its finest.  To book tickets go to keywestfringe.org.  You can purchase a ticket for the show, or also a pre-show dinner along with the show.  The play will be performed at the historic original Pan Am building, now Kellys Caribbean Bar and Grill.  The show runs Dates: February 22, 23, 24, March 1, 2, 3, March 8, 9, 10.  Don't Miss Out, buy your tickets today.

Conch Fest- 2013

For generations, people born in Key West have proudly called themselves "conchs" after the hardy sea mollusk that lives in the waters surrounding the Florida Keys. The third annual celebration of their heritage, the family-friendly ConchFest, is set for 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 2.
The festival is to feature attractions ranging from cuisine to creative wares at Bayview Park, located on Truman Avenue at the entrance to the island city's historic Old Town. Admission is free.
Attendees can enjoy a conch cook-off showcasing the savory flavor of Key West's favorite seafood. Traditional food and libations including conch fritters and conch salad are to be available for purchase, as are arts and crafts from on-site vendors.  Among the scheduled activities are a co-ed softball tournament, cheerleading, gymnastics demonstrations, kids' activities and performances by Key West High School students. A free concert also is on tap, with live music by local favorites the Bubba System and renowned Keys singer/songwriter Howard Livingston with his Mile Marker 24 band.  Commemorating Key West's longstanding tradition of community spirit and acceptance, ConchFest is to raise money for the Rotary Club of Key West's college scholarship program for local students. Event information: conchfestkeywest.com .  Hope to see you there!

South Florida Symphony: Vienna Boys' Choir

             
This little island has so much to offer beyond the local art and charm.  This Sunday February 17 the internationally acclaimed Vienna Boys Choir will be visiting our island.  The Vienna Boys’ Choir is a choir of trebles and altos based in Vienna. It is one of the best known boys’ choirs in the world. The boys are selected mainly from Austria, but also from many other countries.   There are approximately 100 choristers between the ages of ten and fourteen. The boys are divided into four touring choirs, named for Bruckner, Haydn, Mozart and Schubert, and perform about 300 concerts each year before almost 500,000 people.  The choir is the modern-day descendant of the boys' choirs from the Viennese Court, dating back to the late Middle Ages.   The choir was, for practical purposes, established by a letter written by Maximilian I  of Hapsburg on 7 July 1498. In the letter the Emperor instructed court officials to employ a singing master, two basses and six boys. The role of the choir (numbering between fourteen and twenty) was to provide musical accompaniment to the church mass. Today the enchanting beauty of this chorus continues and will be traveling all the way to the Florida Keys.  Certainly an event unique to our isle and an event not to miss.  Show is at the Tennessee Williams Theatre, at 6 p.m. Tickets available online at keystix.com

CIVIL WAR HERITAGE DAYS at Fort Zachry Taylor

Civil War Heritage Days is coming up this weekend to the Historic Fort Zachary Taylor.  The old fort comes alive during this 3-day event featuring a land and sea battle with schooners, patrol skirmishes, re-enactors dressed in period costumes, demonstrations, a Kid’s Day and more. Event runs February 8th - 10th. 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Friday & Saturday), 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Sunday).  The Heritage Days are not only a great way to learn about Florida Keys diverse history but the State Park itself is beautiful.  The park is shaded by large whispering Wisteria Pines and picnic tables are situated throughout.  Fort Zach, as locals call it, has the best swimming beach as well as some fun snorkeling areas.  Snorkel gear, beach umbrellas and chairs can be rented and there is a small concession that sells food and drink.  The local smoked fish dip is the best!  So enjoy a day at the beach, take in some history, have a picnic and frolic in the Gulf of Mexico waters.  For directions and more information talk to your concierge Geri or Rebecca.