The Charles and Linda Williams Children's Museum is now open and is the first hands-on science center in Volusia County. The museum is designed with interactive exhibits that demonstrate various principles of science, engineering and physics. For more information visit: www.moas.org.

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The World Renowned STATE BALLET THEATRE OF RUSSIA, will be performing Adolphe Adam's great classicGIZELLE.
Thursday, January 8, 2009 - 7:00PM at the Peabody Auditorium - Presented by Temple Israel.

This beloved ballet about betrayal, revenge and unrequited love will feature: Tatiana Frolova: Prima Ballerina and People's Artist of Russia Vladislav Ivanov: Leading soloist and principal dancer Ekaterina Liubih: Leading ballet dancer Ivan Alekseyev: Soloist and principal dancer Plus a company of 52 dancers. For more information call the Peabody at 386.671.3462. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, the Peabody Box Office or FYE Record Store in Volusia Mall.
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WORLD MOVIE PREMIERE: JANUARY 10, 2009 - 7PM
Harold Garde: Working Artist A Documentary
Film by Dale Schierholt



Schierholt's documentary takes you inside the studio and life of accomplished artist Harold Garde. Through intervoews with the artist and observations of him at work we get a rare gimpse of the life of the artist.
The screening will be followed by a reception with the opportunity to meet the filmmaker and the artist. Seating is limited - reservations are required. Call the Museum at 386.734.7371 for pricing and reservations.
There will also be a free matinee screening on January 11, 2009 at 2PM, call to make reservations or to request more information.



("Queen" by Harold Garde)

"Lexicon & Legacy" featuring the art of Harold Garde
Museum of Florida Art: December 5, 2008 to February 8, 2009

The Museum of Florida Arts will be presenting "Lexicon & Legacy", an exhibiton by Florida artist Harold Garde; additionally Mr. Garde will be offering a workshop on January 24 & 25, 2009 on his Strappo technique.
The Museum is located in the Cultural Arts Center at 600 North Woodland Blvd., DeLand. For more information visit:www.museumoffloridaart.com .

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Daytona Beach Symphony Society 
57th Season - 2008-2009 9th Annual Winterfest

January 23, 2009 - 7PM
Czech Symphony Orchestra ~ Theodore Kuchar, Conductor

January 24, 2009 - 10AM to 1PM
The Decorative Arts of Dining ~ Mori Hosseini Center

January 24, 2009 - 6:30PM
Winterfest Party ~ Mori Hosseini Center

January 25, 2009 - 3PM
Verdi's Aida ~ Teatro Lirico D'Europa

February 7, 2009 - 7PM
Munich Symphony Orchestra ~ Philippe Entremont, Conductor/Pianist

February 20, 2009 - 7PM
Puccini's La Boheme ~ Teatro Lirico D'Europa

April 5, 2009 - 3PM
National Philharmonic of Russia ~ Vladimir Spivakov, Conductor

March 13, 2009 - 8PM (SPECIAL EVENT)
Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra

All performances are held at the Peabody Auditorium, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach. For more information or to order tickets call 386.253.2901 or visit:www.dbss.org.

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Daytona Playhouse - shows sure to keep you in your seat!

The Maginot Line: a contemporary comedy by Emmett Loverde
January 30 & 31; February 5, 6 & 7 - 8PM
February 1 & 8 - 2PM

Deathtrap: a thriller by Ira Levin
March 20,21,26,27 & 28 - 8PM
March 22 & 29 - 2PM

Picasso At The Lapin Agile: a comedy by Steve Martin
May 8,9,10,14,15 & 16 - 8PM
May 10 & 17 - 2PM

Daytona Playhouse is located at 100 Jessamine Blvd. Daytona Beach (3 blocks North of Seabreeze). For more information call 386.255.2431 or 877.228.1001 or visit:www.daytonaplayhouse.org .

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THE CLASSICAL WORLD:
FROM THE COLLECTION OF THE TAMPA MUSEUM OF ART
March 14, 2008 through August 2009 - The Elaine and Thurman Gillespy, Jr. Gallery



The Classical World is a long-term loan exhibition of 200 plus rare Greek and Roman antiquities from the collection of the Tampa Museum of Art. Recognized as the finest collection of its kind in the southeastern United States, The Classical World surveys the material culture of the Mediterranean area from the Neolithic period to the Roman Imperial period, roughly 8500 BC to 476 AD.


Highlights of the MOAS installation include an elegant and rare marble head of the serene Athena, and a breathtaking marble torso of Aphrodite. MOAS Chief Curator, Cynthia Duval notes, 'In great part, my own fascination with the Tampa loan lies in the wide variety of ceramic vases, bowls and containers in the collection, once used in public ceremonies and private life. Illustrated with scenes of the everyday interspersed with famed figures of mythology, each piece tells a story that makes classical Greece come alive; figures from antiquity encircle, enhance and emphasize usage and focus on cultural beliefs."


These rare and beautiful objects combine to lead the visitor into an intimate vision of the culture, values, and rituals of the classical world, and above all, offer an all-absorbing appreciation of classical civilization and artistic creativity. The Classical World: From the Collection of the Tampa Museum of Art is an expansive display that speaks to everyone, appealing to all senses and tastes by encapsulating history, design and beauty through many different examples of creativity.
For more information visit: www.moas.org.

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SOUTHEAST MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPGHY

EXHIBITIONS:

Jill Greenberg ~ Photographs
October 4, 2008 to January 18, 2009 (upstairs gallery)

Pedro Meyer ~ Heresies
October 4, 2008 to January 18, 2009 (upstairs gallery)

Wayne Miller ~ Photographs 1942-1958
November 15, 2008 to February 13, 2009
November 15, 2008 - 5PM Artist talk and book signing

The Southeast Museum of Photography is a service of Daytona State College. 1200 West International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach. For more information call 386.506.4475 or visit:www.smponline.org. Free admission and parking.

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The Arts at Daytona State College
Theater / Music / Dance / Exhibitions / Lectures

January 24, 2009 - 10AM to 1PM:
The Decorative Arts of Dining at the Mori Hosseini Center
(deadline for reservations January 10, 2009)

January 24, 2009 - 6:30PM:
Winterfest Party at the Mori Hosseini Center

For information on these two events please call the Daytona Beach Symphony Society at 386.253.2901.

February 19, 2009 - Reception 5:30 to 6:15PM ; Lecture 6:30 to 8PM
Ancient Persia- Modern Iran
Lecture Series presents: Lecture #4 in the series
Guest speakers: John W. Limbert & Dr. Trita Parsi
Bethune-Cookman University Center for Civic Engagemnet Complex President's Banquet Room
Free event - open to the public
Located at 740 West International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

February 22, 2009 - 3PM:
Orchestra Concert at the News-Journal Center Davidson Theater

February 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28, 2009 - 7:30PM
March 1, 2009 - 3PM:
The Last Night of the Ballyhoo at the News-Journal Center Gillespy Theater

March 5, 2009 - 7:30PM:
Instrumental Gala at the Daytona Beach Campus J.M. Goddard Theater

March 24, 25, 26, 28 & 31, 2009 - 7:30PM
March 29, 2009 - 3PM
April 1 & 2, 2009 - :
Of Thee I Sing at the News-Journal Center Davidson Theater
(Reservations recommended)

March 24, 2009 - 10AM & 11:45AM:
Junie B. Jones at the Daytona Beach Campus Theater Center

April 5, 2009 - 3PM:
Choral Concert at the News-Journal Center Davidson Theater

April 10, 2009 - 11:45AM & 7:30PM
April 11, 2009 - 7:30PM:
Dancescapes '09 at the News-Journal Center Davidson Theater

April 14, 2009 - 3PM:
Student Recital at the Daytona Beach Campus J.M. Goddard Theater

April 14, 2009 - 7:30PM:
Woodwind Chamber Ensembles Concert at the News-Journal Center Gillespy Theater

April 19, 2009 - 3PM:
Spring Orchestra Concert at the Daytona Beach Campus Theater Center

April 23, 2009 - 7:30PM:
Jazz Ensemble Concert at the Daytona Beach Campus Theater Center

April 27, 2009 - 10AM & 11:45AM
Color of Justice at the Daytona Beach Campus Theater Center

April 28, 29 & 30, 2009 and May 1 & 2, 2009 - 7:30PM
May 3, 2009 - 3PM:
The Taming of the Shrew at the Daytona Beach Campus J.M. Goddard Theater

April 30, 2009 - 7:30PM:
Symphonic Band Concert at the News-Journal Center Davidson Theater

Daytona State College is located at 1200 West International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach. Theater Center is building 220, J.M. Goddard Center is building 230. The News-Journal Center is located at 221 North Beach Street (downtown Daytona Beach). For more information or to order tickets call: 386.506.3042.

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Barbie® Doll! 
Celebrating 50 Years of an American Icon.

November 28, 2008 through April 28, 2009:
Edward E. and Jane B. Ford Gallery

In celebration of the Barbie® doll's 50th bithday a retrospective story of this most enduring toy icon of American culture will be told through the spectacular display of over 400 dolls from the private collection of Jo Anne Winspur. It will feature vintage Barbie® dolls modeling everything from casual sportswear to Parisian haute couture dating from 1959 into today. For more information visit: www.moas.org.

BROADWAY IN DAYTONA BEACH

CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
January 24, 2009 - Drowsey Chaperone
February 3, 2009 - Hairspray
February 26, 2009 - Rat Pack
March 25, 2009 - Jesus Christ Superstar
May 5, 2009 - Movin' Out

Broadway in Daytona Beach / The Peabody Auditorium
600 Auditorium Boulevard / Daytona Beach, FL 32118
386.671.3462