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Thursday, March 13th:

Circus Sarasota @ Miromar Outlets

Remember going on family trips to the circus? Well now the circus is coming to you! Circus Sarasota, a non-profit circus world renowned for top quality performances will be performing at the Miromar Outlets at 7pm today. See the talented individuals juggle, balance, and show off their amazing skills to a packed audience.

Founded in Sarasota, Florida in 1997 by Pedro Reis and Dolly Jacob, Circus Sarasota is committed to broadening the artistic contribution of circus, while raising the level and perception of the American Circus to that of the other fine arts. Tickets are $10 for grandstand seating, $40 for reserved seating and $45 for ringside-reserved seating.

Cabaret @ Sugden Community Theatre

The 8-time Tony Award winning and 8-time Academy Award winning play “Cabaret” is coming to Naples! The 1966 Broadway production became a hit and spawned an acclaimed 1972 film as well as numerous subsequent productions.

Set in 1929-1930 Berlin on the eve of the Nazis' rise to power, it focuses on nightlife at the seedy Kit Kat Klub and mostly revolves around the 19-year-old English cabaret performer Sally Bowles and her relationship with young American writer, Cliff Bradshaw. The lavish and sexy costumes, award winning script, and the over 30 performers in this cast are only a few of the many reasons you should see this show. Tickets for Cabaret are available online at www.naplesplayers.org, by phone at 239 263-7990 or at The Naples Players box office at 701 5th Avenue South in downtown Naples. Cost is $35 for an adult ticket and $10 for students.

Friday, March 14th:

Alonzo Bodden @ Captain Brien’s Seafood and Raw Bar

Alonzo Bodden is coming to Marco Island! You’ve seen him on Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central Presents, and was the winner of Pax TV’s The Next Big Star. Alonzo describes his humor as "cynically good-natured" which explains his broad appeal. Alonzo enjoys the "Def-Jam" comedians, but for his comedy to ring true he has to draw on his own experiences, being raised in the "middle-class hood". Alonzo strives to find humor in the commonality of our life experiences and transcend the race and gender boundaries that separate us. For more information, visit www.offthehookcomedy.com or call (239) 389-6900

Charles Mahon and Jami Mercer @ Starbucks on 5th Avenue

Ready for some great tunes and good coffee? Hear Naples natives Charles Mahon and Jami Mercer’s soulful acoustic rock that will make you an instant fan, no matter what kind of music you like. Starbucks on 5th Avenue in Naples, Florida will be hosting these young and talented musicians this Friday night, so stop by and see what you’ve been missing. Drink some of your favorite coffee while you’re there, or just go for the music. Either way, it’s an event you better not miss.

Saturday, March 15th:

Dierks Bentley @ Germain Arena

Hey country music lovers, Dierks Bentley is coming to Florida for his US tour, and is stopping in our neighborhood. Germain Arena will host Dierks Bentley for a great night of awsome music. He has recently been nominated for the 2008 CMT Performance of the Year Music Award for "Free and Easy (Down the Road I Go)". Through his first year of touring he spend 300 days on the road visiting big cities and small towns alike. He an his close-knit band has opened for superstar acts like George Strait and Kenny Chesney, so you know this is a class act band with a good country sound. For ticket information, visit www.ticketmaster.com or the Germain Arena box office.

Afterhours @ Ultra

Tired of having nowhere to go after the clubs close at 2 a.m.? Forget driving all the way to Miami to experience late night parties; Ultra has just answered your prayers. From 2 am to 4 am, join Ultra with “Miami’s Tribal King” DJ Stingray spinning the best in tribal, electro, and house for the after party you’ve been craving. If you are looking for that South Beach vibe that’s right down the street from where you live, check out what Ultra has in store for you. Who needs sleep anyway? That’s what Sunday is for.

WORTH THE DRIVE:

Ultra Music Festival @ Centennial Park in Miami FL

2 days, 14 stages, over 100 DJs, and over 70,000 people. Techno and music festival lovers unite: the biggest music festival in Florida is back for another weekend of beats and bliss. The famous Ultra music festival is coming to Miami’s Centennial Park on March 28th and 29th, so it’s time to start planning. The world’s best DJs will be in one place, so be sure to get your tickets soon. A few of this year’s headliners include The Bravery, Underworld, Crystal Method, Paul Van Dyk, BT, Benny Benassi, Carl Cox, and Moby. Doors open at 4pm on Friday. Tickets are from $69.95-$350.00 and can be purchased at www.ultramusicfestival.com.