2022-2023
WELCOME! Welcome to the 2022-2023 season of the arts at Santa Fe College. Students and faculty in SF's Art, Dance, Music and Theatre departments are proud to offer this season's performances in the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall, the Lyceum Concert Hall, and exhibits in the Santa Fe College Art Gallery and other galleries across the college. There is also the SF Master Artist Series where world renowned artists come to perform and engage with the students, both behind the scenes and sometimes collaboratively in live performances.
Each year SF students work tirelessly to provide the community professional-level entertainment from our music, dance and theatre ensembles. Celebrate with us the journey that we have traveled as we feature our faculty and students alongside with world-renowned artists, establishing SF as a community destination for quality cultural programming which entertains, educates, and delights audiences of all ages.
Master Artist Series
BÁRBARA PADILLA September 15, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Overflowing with a contagious passion and gifted with an inspirational and unforgettable voice, Bárbara's vocal ability captivated the world as a runner up on the hit TV show America's Got Talent. The show will also feature performances by Santa Fe College vocal students. This performance will benefit the Climb for Cancer Foundation and oncology programs at UF Health.
MITCH MCKAY IN CONCERT September 30, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Santa Fe College associate professor of music and piano, Mitch McKay, will perform a solo concert.
WINDS & CLASSICS October 6, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Lyceum Concert Hall April 6, 2023, 7:30 p.m., Lyceum Concert Hall Join us for the Santa Fe College Winds Orchestra concert. The ensemble will perform classical and contemporary concert compositions under the direction of Dr. David Smith.
AUDIENCE October 13-15, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall After a career that spanned more than 30 years, director Terry Klenk offers his final production - AUDIENCE, by Michael Frayn. This production is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. (www.concordtheatricals.com)
Master Artist Series
DIMENSIONS DANCE THEATRE OF MIAMI October 27, 2022, 8 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Since the company’s inception in 2016, Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami (DDTM) has been shaking up classical dance culture in South Florida and beyond. Founded by former Miami City Ballet leading principal couple, Carlos Guerra and Jennifer Kronenberg, DDTM debuted to rousing critical acclaim, as a cutting edge, yet classically based contemporary ballet company.
YOUNG DANCERS SHOWCASE
October 28-29, 2022, 8 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall The Young Dancers Showcase, Programs A and B, will showcase the talents of middle and high school dancers from throughout the state of Florida. The showcase performances are an end-of-day culmination of activities for this weekend-long immersive workshop. Sponsored by SF and UF, and with featured works from the Santa Fe College and University of Florida dance programs, and a guest artist welcome performance on October 27 at 8 p.m. by dancers from the Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami, Fl. These dance concerts promise to delight and engage all interested dance audiences. This company appears as part of the Master Artist in residence program at SF.
Master Artist Series
LUMINARIO BALLET November 4, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall The combination of classically trained ballet dancers inspired by the emotional and acrobatic force of the Bolshoi Ballet and world class aerialists from Cirque du Soleil, perform to music from Stravinsky to Led Zeppelin, providing an artistically and emotionally wild and wonderful experience for the audience.
STUDENT PIANO RECITAL November 15, 2022, 6:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall April 18, 2023, 6:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Come hear the progress of the SF Piano students performing selections of classical and contemporary piano compositions, under the direction of Dr. Mitch McKay.
AN EVENING OF JAZZ November 17, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Do you like Dizzy Gillespie and John Coltrane? Then come enjoy the Santa Fe College Big Band, Jazz Combo and Rhythm & Blues band, directed by Dr. David Smith.
SONGS OF THE SEASON December 1, 2022, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall The Santa Fe College Singers, under the direction of Lynn Sandefur, will perform holiday favorites from different decades and styles including classical, jazz, pop and gospel, accompanied by SF piano professor Mitch McKay and the Santa Fe College Big Band, directed by Dr. David Smith.
HOLIDAY AT SANTA FE December 3, 2022, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Come watch Perry the mouse and Santa Claus himself journey through the forest to make it snow in the Fine Arts Hall! Dance Theatre of Santa Fe and SF Teaching Zoo collaborate to bring a thrilling performance to young and adult imaginations alike. Enjoy familiar Holiday music during this audience interactive performance, followed by a meet and greet with the animals in the lobby!
Master Artist Series
ALEXANDER HANSON February 6 - March 10, 2023, Santa Fe College Art Gallery Opening Reception February 6, 2023. On Campus February 6-10, 2023. On Exhibit February 6 -March 10, 2023. Alexander Hanson received his MFA from the University of Iowa and now instructs sculpture at the University of Arkansas. His work often focuses on the use of objects, constructed and found, as a way to ask pointed questions. His work often takes form through installation or built environments. He will be creating a site-specific installation and spending a week on campus as a visiting artist in residency.
VALENTINE'S DAY SWING DANCE February 10, 2023, 6:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Lobby Treat your sweetheart to a new Valentine's tradition. Swing classes begin at 6 p.m. and then swing dancing, with the band goes on into the night with the Santa Fe College Big Band under the direction of Dr. David Smith.
WINDS GO POP February 23, 2023, 7:30 p.m., Lyceum Concert Hall For an enchanting musical evening, join us for the SF Winds Go Pop concert presenting an evening of traditional concert band classics featuring solo performers and small ensembles all under the direction of Dr. David Smith.
ELEMENTS OF STYLE March 31 - April 1, 2023, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Dance Theatre of Santa Fe presents their annual concert showcasing a variety of dance styles. Directed by Melissa Brenner, Elements of Style will feature guest artist premieres, with more works by adjunct faculty: Jessie Dominguez-Reyes, Herman Ramos and Mohamed DaCosta.
JAZZ UP SPRING! April 20, 2023, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Join us for a cool spring concert of hot jazz featuring the Santa Fe College Jazz Band under the direction of Dr. David Smith. In this upbeat, fun concert, you can expect to hear the sound of great jazz composers through the years.
SING INTO SPRING April 27, 2023, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall Springtime at the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall is best celebrated with a true variety choral concert, with different types of music from different eras. Directed by Lynn Sandefur.
CITY OF ANGELS May 19-20 and 26-27, 2023, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall City of Angels is a musical comedy with a book by Larry Gelbart, music by Cy Coleman and lyrics by David Zippel. The musical weaves together two plots: the world of a writer trying to adapt his novel into a screenplay and the world of the film he is writing. The musical is an homage to the film noir genre of motion pictures of the 1940s and is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. (www.concordtheatricals.com)
ROOM TO DANCE June 9-10, 2023, 7:30 p.m., Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall The annual student-choreographed dance performance. Come and see the dancers enthusiastically perform their own favorite styles. Students also contribute to the costuming and promotion of this audience favorite.
TICKETS sfcollege.edu/finearts
We have a schedule packed with must-see performances from our award-winning theatre, dance and music departments. Get your tickets now for what is sure to be a landmark year for Santa Fe College's Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology! Master Artist Series ticket prices vary. Please contact the Box Office at 352-395-4181 for more information. Orchestra (Adult) $15 Balcony (Adult) $15 Seniors over 60 $9 Children 12 and under $9 UF Students $9 SF Students* Free SF Faculty, Staff and Retirees* * Free with valid SF ID
Free
FINE ARTS HALL BOX OFFICE HOURS
Monday: Closed Tuesday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and two hours before start of show. Saturday and Sunday: Open two hours before start of show. Closed on SF holidays.
SANTA FE GALLERY HOURS sfcollege.edu/galleries
Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. Closed on SF holidays. For additional information, contact the gallery manager at 352-395-5464 or email kyle.novak@sfcollege.edu.
ACCESSIBILITY sfcollege.edu/accessibility
Santa Fe College welcomes the participation of all people including people with disabilities. If you plan to attend an event and need accommodation, please complete an accommodation request form or contact SF's Disabilities Resource Center at 352-395-4400.
2022-2023 FINE ARTS CALENDAR All of the events will be held in the Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall unless indicated otherwise. ◆ Santa Fe College production ◆ Master Artist Series ◆ Gainesville Orchestra production ◆ Held at Lyceum Concert Hall ◆ Held at the Santa Fe College Art Gallery Information on this calendar is subject to change, for up-to-date information visit: SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology: sfcollege.edu/finearts Santa Fe College Art Gallery: sfcollege.edu/galleries
◆ September 2 - October 7, 2022 – Santa Fe Gallery: Joanna Clark - Guilty Pleasures Opening Reception September 2, 2022. Guilty Pleasures is a mixed media exhibition featuring sculpture and assemblage installation, as well as drawing and print images. The work in this unique exhibition was made over the last two years from found and repurposed materials. Joanna Clark is a local Gainesville artist and retired former Visual Art faculty at Santa Fe College. ◆ September 15, 2022 – Master Artist Series: Bárbara Padilla ◆ September 30, 2022 – Mitch McKay ◆◆ October 6, 2022 – Fall Winds and Classics ◆ October 13-15, 2022 – Audience ◆ October 21, 2022 – The Gainesville Orchestra: Beethoven 7th Symphony ◆ October 27, 2022 – Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami ◆ October 28, 2022 - January 20, 2023 – Annual Faculty Exhibit Opening Reception October 28, 2022. The Annual Visual Arts Faculty Exhibition features the work the Santa Fe College visual art instructors. This exhibit features mediums ranging from painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, and photography. This years exhibit will be the first since 2019. ◆ October 28-29, 2022 – The Young Dancers Showcase of North Central Florida "A" and "B" ◆ November 4, 2022 – Master Artist Series: Luminario Ballet ◆◆ November 9, 2022 – Santa Fe Chamber Music Recital Audience members will be treated to an enchanting evening of music. Under the direction of Dr. David Smith, the recital will include performances by musical groups comprised of Santa Fe College students. ◆ November 11, 2022 – The Gainesville Orchestra: Stravinsky-Petroushka ◆ November 15, 2022 – Fall Student Piano Recital ◆ November 17, 2022 – An Evening of Jazz ◆ December 1, 2022 – Songs of the Season ◆ December 3, 2022 – Holiday at Santa Fe
◆ January 20, 2023 – The Gainesville Orchestra: Ravel-Daphnis and Chloe ◆ January 27, 2023 – Ten Minute Plays ◆ February 6 - March 10, 2023 – Santa Fe College Art Gallery: Alexander Hanson ◆ February 10, 2023 – Valentine's Day Swing Dance ◆ February 16, 2023 – 48-Hour Film Festival For the past 10 years Film Gainesville has hosted this premier event. Competitors have 48 hours to shoot, edit, score and post a 3 to 5 minute short film based on a blind topic, line of dialogue and prop. Films will be screened at Santa Fe College's newly renovated 236 seat, state of the art Lyceum Concert Hall. ◆ February 17, 2023 – The Gainesville Orchestra: Dvorak-Symphony 8 ◆ February 17-18, 2023 – Sci-Fi Film Festival SCIFI Gainesville will screen at Santa Fe College's the newly renovated 236 seat, state of the art Lyceum Concert Hall. Additionally, we will host a local art show at the venue and online during the event. ◆◆ February 23, 2023 – Winds Go Pop ◆ March 13-20, 2023 – Santa Fe Gallery: Sustainable Student Art Competition The Sustainable Student Art Competition is an annual student art exhibition and competition featuring artwork made from recycled and repurposed materials. ◆ March 31 - April 1, 2023 – Elements of Style ◆◆ April 6, 2023 – Spring Winds and Classics ◆ April 14, 2023 – The Gainesville Orchestra: Meredith Willson - The Music Man ◆ April 14-28, 2023 – Santa Fe Gallery: Student Art Show Opening Reception April 14, 2023. The Annual Student Art Show is the yearly showcase of Santa Fe College student artwork. This juried exhibit features work made for or in class from the various subjects taught in the Visual Art's program. This includes painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, and photography. A guest juror from the community will select pieces for awards that are presented at a ceremony at the opening reception. ◆ April 18, 2023 – Spring Student Piano Recital ◆ April 20, 2023 – Jazz Up Spring! ◆ April 27, 2023 – Sing Into Spring ◆ May 19-20 & 26-27, 2023 – City of Angels ◆ June 9-10, 2023 – Room to Dance
SUPPORT THE ARTS
WHY GIVE TO SF FINE ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM? Private funding provides Santa Fe College the ability to create great opportunities for our students to work with world-class artists. While faculty, staff and basic equipment needs are funded by state appropriation, we rely on your generosity to take our fine arts programs to the next level. Through the Master Artist Series and instructional enhancement funding, our faculty are able to deliver world-class professional, meaningful production and performance experiences to our students.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS AND BENEFITS “Platinum Circle” $10,000-up level Platinum donors who provide cash or in-kind donation at this level will receive the following benefits: • Visibility of corporate or company identity at all SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology events • 4 tickets to a season performance • Recognition at the Master Artist curtain speech and all public performances • Recognition of donor in promotional or program materials • Listed on sponsor page of the SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology website “Gold Circle” $5,000-up level Gold donors who provide cash or in-kind donation at this level will receive the following benefits: • Visibility of corporate or company identity and recognition at an event • 4 tickets to a season performance • Recognition of donor in promotional or program materials • Listed on sponsor page of the SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology website “Silver Circle” $2,500-up level Silver donors who provide a cash or in-kind donation at this level will receive the following benefits: • Visibility of corporate or company identity at an event • 2 tickets to a season performance • Recognition at a performance • Listed on sponsor page of the SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology website “Benefactor” $1,500 Benefactor level donors who provide a cash or in-kind donation at this level will receive the following benefits: • One-page advertisement in a performance program • 2 tickets to a season performance • Recognition at a performance • Listed on sponsor page of the SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology website “Friend” $750 Friend level donors who provide a cash or in-kind donation at this level will receive the following benefits: • One-half page advertisement in a performance program • Listed on sponsor page of the SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology website
SF FINE ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY SPONSORSHIP To become an SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology sponsor, visit sfcollege.edu/support-the-arts or use the form below. Please indicate the level at which your company will participate as a sponsor. Platinum Circle ($10,000) Benefactor ($1,500)
Gold Circle ($5,000) Friend ($750)
Silver Circle ($2,500)
Company Name/Contact Person:______________________________________________________________ Personal/Business Address:_________________________________________________________________ Email:_________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number:__________________________________________________________________________ Would you like the donation to be anonymous? Yes ___ No ___ Name you want recognized in the program:______________________________________________________
Checks should be made payable to "Santa Fe College Foundation." Please note in the memo line "SF Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology" and which patron level you select. Please forward your check and completed form to: Santa Fe College Foundation 3000 NW 83rd Street, Room F-207 Gainesville, FL 32606 Thank you for your generous contribution to SF's Fine Arts and Entertainment Technology department. You will soon receive a letter from us that may be included in your tax records confirming your donation. See what the Santa Fe College Foundation does for students at sfcollege.edu/foundation.
Signature of Sponsor:______________________________________________________________________
Santa Fe College Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 tax deductible non-profit organization.
3000 NW 83RD STREET GAINESVILLE, FL 32606
Commitment to Equal Access and Equal Opportunity Santa Fe College is committed to an environment that embraces diversity, respects the rights of all individuals, is open and accessible, and is free of harassment and discrimination. For more information, visit sfcollege.edu/eaeo or contact equity.officer@sfcollege.edu.
PAID
US POSTAGE
GAINESVILLE, FL PERMIT NO. 444
INSTAGRAM Facebook twitter-square Linkedin sfcollege.edu/finearts
MC 8-2022