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Madonna to Release New Single Ahead of Super Bowl

Madonna is set to release her new single "Give Me All Your Luvin'" featuring Nicki Minaj & M.I.A. on February 3rd, three days before her highly anticipated Bridgestone Super Bowl halftime performance, it was officially confirmed by Interscope Records.

Keith Sweat Rocks Zora Crowd

Harlem-born R&B singer Keith Sweat, at a special "Neo Soul" concert, rocked the massive crowd to close out the 23rd Annual Zora Neale Hurston Festival on Saturday night.

United Arts Announces 2012 Grant Recipients

United Arts of Central Florida awarded $32,099 to 11 emerging artists, 9 established artists and 4 arts administrators selected as recipients of its 2012 Artist Development Grants & Arts Administrator Grants.

Garden Theatre Announces Inaugural Starlite Film Festival

The Garden Theatre is pleased to announce the StarLite Film Festival February 2-5, 2012. Over the course of four days the StarLite Film Festival will feature a ten hand-selected microbudget films at the Garden Theatre in historic downtown Winter Garden.

Sixty-Sixth Annual Camellia Show & Festival Announced

January in Central Florida is camellia season!

Orlando Writer’s Fest + One

During last week’s Central Orlando Writer’s reading and signing event held at the Central Orlando library, one of the authors didn’t quite make it to print. As a result, I now formally introduce Judy.

Writers Fest Goes Over Big

The Central Orlando library recently showcased local authors during a meet, greet, speaking, and signing session. For those sensing the written word is a thing of the past, think again. During a crowd-filled afternoon, visitors were introduced to a wide array of topics and personalities.

The Nutcracker: Orlando Ballet’s Magic Comes to Life

Orlando is fortunate to have such a great team in our midst. Each player is amazing. Each performance delivers. Thank you Orlando Ballet, we BELIEVE in you... please don’t go.

Mad Cow Theatre Announces New Home: 54 West Church Street

Orlando City Council yesterday approved a sub-lease for the Mad Cow Theatre at 54 West Church Street, allowing for a 2-theatre complex to be constructed Downtown Orlando.

Dr. Phillips Center to Celebrate New Construction Milestone

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts will hit another construction milestone Tuesday with the first scheduled concrete pour, part of the structural foundation of the Jim & Alexis Pugh Theater, a 300-seat community theater.

Fall Fiesta in the Park at Lake Eola Draws Large Crowd

Thousands of Central Floridians enjoyed the cooler weather Saturday, as they strolled through Downtown Orlando at the Fall Fiesta in the Park.

Agents Seize Ancient Art Work in Tallahassee Museum

Following decades of intrigue and months of international negotiations, U.S. officials on Friday seized a piece of valuable Baroque art stolen from its Jewish owners by the Nazis in World War II that found its way from Milan to a local museum in north Florida.

Orlando Ballet Vampire’s Ball: A Perfect Fit for October

October is the time for horrific fun that concludes with Halloween. The Orlando Ballet has its take on the month with the incredible ballet “Vampire’s Ball.”

LEGOLAND Florida: Opening Day

It's here! LEGOLAND Florida, the new 150-acre theme park in Winter Haven, opens today, Saturday, October 15, with its more than 50 "pink-knuckle" rides - from roller coasters to race cars - as well as family focused shows and attractions.

RiRi #1 on the Charts, Again

Barbadian pop star Rihanna has skyrocketed to the top of the charts again, with her new single We Found Love, according the Official UK Charts Company.

Rapper Murs Is Better Than The Best

Real hip hop is back! L.A. Rapper Murs has stepped on the hip hop scene with his raw, edgy, thought-provoking, alternative sound. With his deep voice, powerful lyrics, and classic old school beats, Murs is definitely better than your favorite rapper.

Review: Timber Creek High School, A Servant of Two Masters

What happens when a hopeful marriage is at stake, a woman acts as her brother in search for lost love, and a goofball servant takes on two jobs - each employer unaware of the other? In A Servant of Two Masters, rich comedy is combined with a whimsical adventure of love, confusion, and the confusion of love that takes place during the Italian Renaissance.

Orlando Ballet Bites into First Performance of the Season with Vampire’s Ball

Just in time for Halloween, nightmares of the night come to life with Vampire’s Ball (October 21-23), the Orlando Ballet’s first performance of the 2011-2012 season.

Murs, Hip Hop Rapper, to Storm Orlando

Murs, famed American rapper, currently on a 51 cities Hip Hop & Love Tour, will hit downtown Orlando on Friday, October 7. The performance will be at BackBooth, 37 west Pine Street, Orlando, 32801.

Countdown Begins to Opening of LEGOLAND Florida

With less than two weeks until the October 15 opening of LEGOLAND Florida, the new 150-acre theme park in Winter Haven, youngsters are clamoring to get on the many rides and roller coasters.

Florida’s Highwaymen Celebration Kicks Off Onyx Week

Friends, guests and fans were enthralled and inspired by the artistry and many stories of Florida's Highwaymen at the Onyx Speaks celebration earlier this week.

9th Annual Onyx Ovation Week Announced

The LBS Foundation and Onyx Magazine are excited to announce the ninth annual Onyx Ovation Week, which will take place from September 20-24, 2011, ending with the grand finale: The Annual Onyx Awards Gala at the Rosen Centre Hotel.

Dyer, Arnold Palmer Kick Off Perfect Day Competition

Announced with much fanfare recently by the City of Orlando and Festival Republic, this Fall’s newest music Festival Orlando Calling is proving yet again that it’s a true “fans festival” by announcing the “Perfect Day” contest.

Disney to Receive Prestigious Award for Supporting the Arts

Walt Disney World Resort in the Orlando metro area, is one of the top ten companies in the U.S. that will be recognized next month for supporting the arts, Americans for the Arts, the nation's leading non-profit organization announced Tuesday.

From The Rough…Inspiring, Uplifting

The movie, From the Rough, produced by Michael J. Critelli and Pierre Bagley, is based on the true story of Catana Starks, the only woman ever to coach a college men’s golf team.

Orange County History Center Extends “The Games People Play” Exhibit

The Games People Play: The Evolution of Video Games exhibit at the Orange County Regional History Center in Orlando, has been extended through September 25, 2011, due to its popularity since opening July 2. The exhibit was originally set to close on September 10.

Salon Colour-Blind makes its SouthWest Orlando Debut

Salon Colour-Blind, specializing in the maintenance of healthy hair and scalp for all textures, recently opened its doors in the Dr. Phillips area.

Janet Jackson to Tie the Knot Later in 2011?

There are rumors that Janet Jackson could be tying the knot with her billionaire boyfriend, Iranian businessman Wissam Al Mana later in 2011.

Television the Vast Wasteland

Television has been called a vast wasteland but now more than ever it is proven over and over again why it’s true.

Orlando Ballet School Presents Another Mesmerizing Performance

The Orlando Ballet School presented Summer Fantasy VI on Sunday July 24, at the Garden Theatre in Winter Garden and it was worth seeing.