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Artis—Naples Embraces the Holidays

s the year draws to a close and the holiday artist Tamara Kostianovsky utilizes repurposed
season commences, the magic of this clothing and textiles to create dynamic works of
A festive time of year comes to life through sculpture to reference humanity’s connections
a dazzling array of visual and performing arts to nature by echoing the forms of birds, tree
offerings to enchant and inspire the Southwest stumps, plants and even cow carcasses. The
Florida community. From the harmonious melodies annual exhibition Florida Contemporary presents
of the Naples Philharmonic and star-studded guest a select group of notable visual artists currently
artists to the captivating exhibitions at The Baker practicing in Florida—this year featuring works
Museum, December at Artis—Naples promises a by Yanira Collado, Mernet Larsen and Pepe
rich and diverse celebration of the arts. Mar—highlighting the vibrant art scene of the
The Naples Philharmonic takes center stage Sunshine State. Now in its last full month on view,
this December, treating audiences to a symphonic Frank Stewart’s Nexus: An American Photographer’s
spread that embraces the spirit of the season. Journey, 1960s to the Present shares the intimate
Joining Associate Conductor Radu Paponiu and empathetic photography of Frank Stewart,
and the orchestra on December 14-17 for their longtime senior staff photographer for the Jazz at
annual Holiday Pops program, American Idol alum Clay Aiken Lincoln Center Orchestra. And the recently opened exhibitions
lends his crystalline voice and magnetic stage presence to ring The Art of Food: From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His
in the season, along with the Naples Philharmonic Chorus and Family Foundation and The Face of Immokalee bring into focus the
Naples Philharmonic Youth Chorus. And the holidays simply many ways that food—and the people who provide it—are integral
would not be the same without the magical story of The Nutcracker. to our communities.
Taking place December 20-22, Naples Ballet brings the timeless Artis—Naples also sparkles this month with a variety of
ballet to life, uniting the beauty of dance with Tchaikovsky’s guest appearances that promise to be the icing on the holiday
enchanting score. Other orchestral highlights in December include cake. Multi-instrumentalist Dave Bennett is sure to dazzle
a Masterworks program featuring renowned violinist Vadim audiences with his virtuosity and versatility from December 7-8,
Gluzman performing Tchaikovsky’s exquisite Violin Concerto and superstar soprano Sarah Brightman will enchant listeners
December 1-2, and the breathtaking multimedia presentation with A Christmas Symphony on December 10, a holiday treat that
America’s Wonders in 3D on December 5, taking the audience on an combines classic and contemporary Christmas melodies. And
audiovisual tour of America’s most wondrous sights. closing out the year December 26-31, Broadway’s revival of
At The Baker Museum, visitors this month have the Funny Girl brings the glitz and glamour of Broadway to Naples,
opportunity to explore an array of compelling exhibitions. making it a must-see for theater enthusiasts.
In Tamara Kostianovsky: Botanical Revolution, Argentine-American

Tickets and additional details can be found at ArtisNaples.org.

10 Life in Naples | December 2023
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