Arts

Location: Naples - Judy Christy, oboe Classical masterworks from British, Russian and German composers are featured. Brahms' String Sextet No. 1 is a gorgeous, melodic composition written for two violins, two violas and two cellos. Sir Arnold Bax's colorful Quintet for Oboe and Strings is known for its lively, rapturous folk-like melodies and rhythms. The great 20th-century Russian composer Alfred Schnittke is represented by his popular String Quartet No. 3, a remarkable work that draws on a wide variety of classical sources.

Location: Downtown Fort Myers - The Photographic Journal of Clyde Butcher World-renowned black & white fine arts photographer Clyde Butcher takes guests on a step-by-step journey through his process of idea conception and creation culminating in his spectacular portraits. Continues at the Museum of History February 2- July 28. Call 239-321-7430. www.museumofhistory.org

Location: Fort Myers - Paul Mitchell the School Fort Myers presents their very first runway competition! Future professionals will present a show inspired by the work of Jackson Pollock and his splatter paint technique.Along with local judges, there will be a People's Choice Award, and raffle prizes!! All proceeds go towards the school's fundraising efforts.Tickets: $10 presale, $15 at the door. $8 for groups of 10+

Location: Fort Myers - For the last fifteen years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television.First on Politically Incorrect (Comedy Central, ABC, 1993-2002), and for the last seven years on HBO's Real Time, Maher's combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him twenty-one Emmy nominations.In October of 2008, this same combination was on display in Maher's uproarious and unprecedented swipe at organized religion, Religulous, directed by Larry Charles (Borat). The documentary has gone on to become the 7th Highest Grossing Documentary ever.

Location: Fort Myers - Based in a trailer park called Armadillo Acres, this country-rock and blues musical is about agoraphobia, adultery, 80's nostalgia, spray cheese, roadkill, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco. The show centers around regular guy Norbert and his wife Jeannie and their marriage is threatened by newcomer, the hot young stripper, Pippi. The trailer park also plays home to a Greek-chorus-like trio of women: Linoleum, Betty and Pickles, each dysfunctional in her own right. This musical offers plenty of finger-licking good fun for folks hankering for a rowdy good time! This show contains adult language and adult themes that are seen in many PG-13 rated movies and on network television. March 8 - April 29

Location: Fort Myers - Exhibiting May 4-May 26 Come view sculptures by 20 sculptors from Southwest Florida!

Location: Downtown Fort Myers - One of 20 artists across the globe, Marcus Jansen was commissioned by ABSOLUT VODKA to be a part of the new Absolut Blank campaign that launched in 2011. UNIT A - Contemporary Art Space has published an open edition poster of the official Absolut Jansen bottle painted for the campaign. It will be available during May's Art Walk on Friday the 4th at the Unit for $25.

Location: Naples - Based in Miami, the Amazonia Vocal Ensemble specializes in contemporary Latin American choral music including original arrangements of folk and popular songs. Amazonia's exuberant and joy-filled concert three years ago in Naples captivated the listeners and left the audience wanting more! Now they're back! Don't miss them!! Free admission :: freewill offering

Location: Fort Myers - Based in a trailer park called Armadillo Acres, this country-rock and blues musical is about agoraphobia, adultery, 80's nostalgia, spray cheese, roadkill, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco. The show centers around regular guy Norbert and his wife Jeannie and their marriage is threatened by newcomer, the hot young stripper, Pippi. The trailer park also plays home to a Greek-chorus-like trio of women: Linoleum, Betty and Pickles, each dysfunctional in her own right. This musical offers plenty of finger-licking good fun for folks hankering for a rowdy good time! This show contains adult language and adult themes that are seen in many PG-13 rated movies and on network television. March 8 - April 29

Location: Downtown Fort Myers - Come and enjoy National and Indie recording artists perform live at The Indigo Room in beautiful downtown Fort Myers every Wednesday night. Featured artists for April 25th, The Lauren Mitchell Band. The Indigo Blues Concert series will run every Wednesday night through May, featuring National recording artists.

Location: Fort Myers - Based in a trailer park called Armadillo Acres, this country-rock and blues musical is about agoraphobia, adultery, 80's nostalgia, spray cheese, roadkill, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco. The show centers around regular guy Norbert and his wife Jeannie and their marriage is threatened by newcomer, the hot young stripper, Pippi. The trailer park also plays home to a Greek-chorus-like trio of women: Linoleum, Betty and Pickles, each dysfunctional in her own right. This musical offers plenty of finger-licking good fun for folks hankering for a rowdy good time! This show contains adult language and adult themes that are seen in many PG-13 rated movies and on network television. March 8 - April 29

Location: Fort Myers - Based in a trailer park called Armadillo Acres, this country-rock and blues musical is about agoraphobia, adultery, 80's nostalgia, spray cheese, roadkill, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco. The show centers around regular guy Norbert and his wife Jeannie and their marriage is threatened by newcomer, the hot young stripper, Pippi. The trailer park also plays home to a Greek-chorus-like trio of women: Linoleum, Betty and Pickles, each dysfunctional in her own right. This musical offers plenty of finger-licking good fun for folks hankering for a rowdy good time! This show contains adult language and adult themes that are seen in many PG-13 rated movies and on network television. March 8 - April 29

Location: Fort Myers - Alaskan born singer/songwriter and guitarist, Rebekah Pulley, broke into the Tampa Bay music scene in 2000.She has since garnered numerous songwriting awards for her rootsy blend of soulful, southern, folk-rock. Rebekah's ethereal vocals and poetic lyrics made her a favorite among fans and critics alike. Her latest release Back to Boogaloo landed on numerous best of 2008 lists across the country.

Location: Fort Myers - Based in a trailer park called Armadillo Acres, this country-rock and blues musical is about agoraphobia, adultery, 80's nostalgia, spray cheese, roadkill, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco. The show centers around regular guy Norbert and his wife Jeannie and their marriage is threatened by newcomer, the hot young stripper, Pippi. The trailer park also plays home to a Greek-chorus-like trio of women: Linoleum, Betty and Pickles, each dysfunctional in her own right. This musical offers plenty of finger-licking good fun for folks hankering for a rowdy good time! This show contains adult language and adult themes that are seen in many PG-13 rated movies and on network television. March 8 - April 29

Location: Fort Myers - A collaboration of music and dance.

Location: Fort Myers - Based in a trailer park called Armadillo Acres, this country-rock and blues musical is about agoraphobia, adultery, 80's nostalgia, spray cheese, roadkill, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco. The show centers around regular guy Norbert and his wife Jeannie and their marriage is threatened by newcomer, the hot young stripper, Pippi. The trailer park also plays home to a Greek-chorus-like trio of women: Linoleum, Betty and Pickles, each dysfunctional in her own right. This musical offers plenty of finger-licking good fun for folks hankering for a rowdy good time! This show contains adult language and adult themes that are seen in many PG-13 rated movies and on network television. March 8 - April 29

Location: Fort Myers - Based in a trailer park called Armadillo Acres, this country-rock and blues musical is about agoraphobia, adultery, 80's nostalgia, spray cheese, roadkill, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco. The show centers around regular guy Norbert and his wife Jeannie and their marriage is threatened by newcomer, the hot young stripper, Pippi. The trailer park also plays home to a Greek-chorus-like trio of women: Linoleum, Betty and Pickles, each dysfunctional in her own right. This musical offers plenty of finger-licking good fun for folks hankering for a rowdy good time! This show contains adult language and adult themes that are seen in many PG-13 rated movies and on network television. March 8 - April 29

Location: Fort Myers - Cirque De La Symphonie transforms the concert stage into a magical cirque show! Performances by aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, jugglers, magicians and strongmen! Thrills and excitement for all ages!

Location: Fort Myers - Based in a trailer park called Armadillo Acres, this country-rock and blues musical is about agoraphobia, adultery, 80's nostalgia, spray cheese, roadkill, hysterical pregnancy, a broken electric chair, kleptomania, strippers, flan and disco. The show centers around regular guy Norbert and his wife Jeannie and their marriage is threatened by newcomer, the hot young stripper, Pippi. The trailer park also plays home to a Greek-chorus-like trio of women: Linoleum, Betty and Pickles, each dysfunctional in her own right. This musical offers plenty of finger-licking good fun for folks hankering for a rowdy good time! This show contains adult language and adult themes that are seen in many PG-13 rated movies and on network television. March 8 - April 29

Location: Fort Myers - A collaboration of music and dance.