TWIS Contributor Bonnie Greenball Silvestri recently checked out FST’s production of By Gershwin: A Tribute to George and Ira, which features four seasoned performers covering many of the Gershwin brothers’ countless hits during the roughly two-hour production.

It wouldn’t be much of an exaggeration to say that Corinne Woodland has been performing nonstop since she was nine. What’s remarkable is that she doesn’t take any kind of a break between shows, nor does she see it as a choice. It’s more of a “way of being,” as much a part of her identity as being raised in Bradenton or having hazel eyes.

Guest Contributor Greg Bowdish comments on the evolving relationship between artists and their fan base, facilitated by social media and web technology, after musician Amanda Palmer and author Neil Gaiman made a surprise appearance at a “Ninja Jam” last Sunday at Ringling College.

Rarely is the phrase “if these walls could talk” more apt than in the Asolo Repertory Theatre’s new production of Clybourne Park, which opened on Friday, March 15. This brilliant piece of storytelling won the 2011 Pulitzer Prize and the 2012 Tony for Best Play.

Visual art contributor Van Jazmin visits fine artist Matt Coombs at his Sarasota studio. Coombs’ latest solo exhibit (his third to date) can be seen at the Clothesline Gallery through March 30.

Artspace Studios and Gallery on Anna Maria Island prepares to celebrate its one year anniversary with an exhibit titled “Spirals Everywhere.” The whole community is invited to come visit with friends, neighbors and artists during The Artists’ Reception scheduled for Friday, March 22 from 5 to 7 p.m.