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Where were you on Tuesday at 8 pm in the early ’50s? Was I Love Lucy a family must-see? How about Sunday at 8 pm? Was Ed Sullivan required viewing for your family? And on Nov. 22, 1963, were you glued to your TV set as the nation mourned together over the assassination of our young president? All these questions and more will be discussed during our trip down memory lane. The instructor will guide you from 1947, the beginning of television, to 1963 and the rise of popular TV shows. Live news broadcasts featuring the early history of television will also be included.

Jordan Shifrin is a retired attorney. He has degrees in history from the University of Illinois and a J.D. degree from John Marshall Law School (IL). Jordan is a film buff and devotee of American history and culture. His previous classes include “The Great American Musical,” “Hitchcock,” “Cowboys and Indians,” and “Cops and Robbers.”

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This class examines exciting and innovative cinematic movements in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, and Chile. Various topics to be discussed include the national and transnational nature of these cinemas, genres, and historical factors which have shaped them. Students will be asked to view each weekly film in advance to facilitate classroom discussion in a roundtable format. Films may be obtained from various sources, including online and the county library. The first session will be an overview of the films to be screened during the term (there is no required screening). A list of films will be provided during the first class and made available online at www.OLLIatRinglingCollege.org in the Course Materials section

Patricia Regnier earned a master’s degree in Multicultural education from Goddard College (VT) and a C.A.G.S in Comparative Literature and Film Studies from Lesley University (MA). Patricia taught English at the International School of Paris and Intercultural Communication at the Sorbonne in Paris. She has been a resident of France since 1985.

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Dr. Joseph Holt, piano, conductor, host Joseph Holt is pretty much a moving musical target in Sarasota, since in addition to being alternate host for Music Mondays in Venice, he is also Artistic Director of Choral Artists of Sarasota and Artist Series Concerts, Music Director of Faith Lutheran Church, a sought after soloist and chamber music pianist, and a darned good cook. If we can keep him in one place long enough, Joe will tell us about his career as pianist for the US Army Chorus and other facets of his interesting life.

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Dr. Joseph Holt, piano, conductor, host Joseph Holt is pretty much a moving musical target in Sarasota, since in addition to being alternate host for Music Mondays in Venice, he is also Artistic Director of Choral Artists of Sarasota and Artist Series Concerts, Music Director of Faith Lutheran Church, a sought after soloist and chamber music pianist, and a darned good cook. If we can keep him in one place long enough, Joe will tell us about his career as pianist for the US Army Chorus and other facets of his interesting life.

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Clarinetist
Although only in his mid-twenties, Armenian born Narek Arutuyunian is already enjoying an international career. He has performed extensively in Australia, Asia, and in Europe, and he has also appeared with the Moscow Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Moscow State symphony. Performances in the U.S. include the Orchestra of St. Luke’s at Alice Tully Hall, the Boston Pops, and numerous regional orchestras. His growing prominence also includes a number of educational outreach programs in New York City’s public schools and around the country.
A winner of the Young Concert Artist auditions, he has given debut recitals in the Merkin Concert Hall and the Kennedy Center to rave reviews. He is currently completing his Master’s Degree at the Manhattan School of Music where he is studying with Charles Neidich (also faculty of the Sarasota Music Festival). His playing “reaches passionate depths with seemingly effortless technical prowess and beguiling sensitivity” (Washington Post). He will also be appearing in solo recital for Artist Series Concerts. Come meet him at SILL, learn about his career and hear him play.

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Clarinetist
Although only in his mid-twenties, Armenian born Narek Arutuyunian is already enjoying an international career. He has performed extensively in Australia, Asia, and in Europe, and he has also appeared with the Moscow Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Moscow State symphony. Performances in the U.S. include the Orchestra of St. Luke’s at Alice Tully Hall, the Boston Pops, and numerous regional orchestras. His growing prominence also includes a number of educational outreach programs in New York City’s public schools and around the country.
A winner of the Young Concert Artist auditions, he has given debut recitals in the Merkin Concert Hall and the Kennedy Center to rave reviews. He is currently completing his Master’s Degree at the Manhattan School of Music where he is studying with Charles Neidich (also faculty of the Sarasota Music Festival). His playing “reaches passionate depths with seemingly effortless technical prowess and beguiling sensitivity” (Washington Post). He will also be appearing in solo recital for Artist Series Concerts. Come meet him at SILL, learn about his career and hear him play.

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A course that introduces the foundations of Ballet, its origins and basic academic French terminology on which it is based, in a simple entertaining approach that offers healthy movement and rhythmic appreciation.

Wear your ballet or yoga outfits with character or soft ballet/jazz leather/cloth slippers. No street shoes on the floor (dirt) Class will occasionally benefit from the presence of a young pre-professional dancer from Robert de Warren’s Private Master Classes.

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Learn additional steps for the fox trot, cha-cha, rumba, waltz, and swing. Learn steps for the tango and salsa aslo, along with new techniques. Cost is per person. Must register with a partner. Prerequisite: Must have taken Ballroom I or know the steps from Ballroom I. Please arrive on time for each class.

Prerequisite: Must have taken Ballroom I or know the steps from Ballroom I.
MUST REGISTER WITH A PARTNER.
Please wear proper clothing (no long dresses or rubber-soled shoes). Shoes should have closed toes and heels, and leather soles.

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Class will occasionally benefit from the presence of a young pre-professional dancer from Robert de Warren’s Private Master Classes.

Wear your ballet or yoga outfits with character or soft ballet/jazz leather/cloth slippers. No street shoes on the floor (dirt). Class will occasionally benefit from the presence of a young pre-professional dancer from Robert de Warren’s Private Master Classes.

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Student needs to have prior experience in copperplate calligraphy.

Student needs to have prior experience in copperplate calligraphy.

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Class will occasionally benefit from the presence of a young pre-professional dancer from Robert de Warren’s Private Master Classes.

Wear your ballet or yoga outfits with character or soft ballet/jazz leather/cloth slippers. No street shoes on the floor (dirt). Class will occasionally benefit from the presence of a young pre-professional dancer from Robert de Warren’s Private Master Classes.

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Learn additional steps for the fox trot, cha-cha, rumba, waltz, and swing. Learn steps for the tango and salsa aslo, along with new techniques. Cost is per person. Must register with a partner. Prerequisite: Must have taken Ballroom I or know the steps from Ballroom I. Please arrive on time for each class.

Prerequisite: Must have taken Ballroom I or know the steps from Ballroom I.
MUST REGISTER WITH A PARTNER.
Please wear proper clothing (no long dresses or rubber-soled shoes). Shoes should have closed toes and heels, and leather soles.

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A course that introduces the foundations of Ballet, its origins and basic academic French terminology on which it is based, in a simple entertaining approach that offers healthy movement and rhythmic appreciation.

Wear your ballet or yoga outfits with character or soft ballet/jazz leather/cloth slippers. No street shoes on the floor (dirt) Class will occasionally benefit from the presence of a young pre-professional dancer from Robert de Warren’s Private Master Classes.

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Curtains up, it’s opening night! Home to more than just swaying palms and sand beaches on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Sarasota is also home to a true ommagio operatico. Join us for an exploration into the dramatic world of opera as the prestigious Sarasota Opera Company opens its 59th season at the magnificent Mediterranean Revival-style Edwards Theater. Feel the gaiety in a vibrato and the sadness of an aria lamentosa, and enjoy an intermezzo exploring the colorful, artistic streets of Florida’s capital of culture. For more specific information on the itinerary, accommodations, and meals that are included please visit the website for this program. Cost: DBL $2,149 SGL $2,749

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Meet theatrical professionals and go behind the scenes to see firsthand how the magic happens at the Asolo’s Mertz and Cook Theaters. Attend three performances from current offerings including a private reading from the Asolo Play Reader’s Guild. For more specific information on the itinerary, accommodations, and meals that are included please visit the website for this program. Cost: DBL $1,849 SGL $2,549