Where to Go & What to Do
WHERE TO GO & WHAT TO DO
Disney on Ice Presents Worlds of Enchantment (May 19-21, evening and matinee shows available) Enter the dazzling world of Disney Magic LIVE ON ICE! Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen and the crew of Disney-Pixar’s Cars race across the ice. Dive into adventure with Ariel and The Little Mermaid’s undersea kingdom. Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the Disney-Pixar Toy Story gang escape Sunnyside Daycare. Enter a wintery world with Anna and Elsa and pals Olaf and Kristoff from Disney’s Frozen, as they learn that true love comes from within. Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. 239-948-7825, germainarena.com
Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox (May 11, 7:30pm) PMJ is a rotating music collective founded by arranger and pianist Scott Bradlee. Reworks popular modern music into different vintage genres, especially swing and jazz. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers. 239-481-4849, bbmannpah.com
Fort Myers Music Walk (May 19 and June 16, 7pm) Third Fridays, more than a dozen participating venues featuring music by local and regional talent. 855-732-3836, fortmyersmusicwalk.com
Todd Rundgren’s White Knight the Chival Rock Tour at Barbara B. Mann (May 25, 7:30pm) Classic rock star, songwriter and music producer has a reputation from his 1972 singles “Hello It’s Me” and “I Saw the Light” to his later work with Ringo Starr’s All-Starr Band. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers. 239481-4849, bbmannpah.com
Brit Floyd: Pink Floyd Immersion World Tour (May 31, 8 pm) Music of Pink Floyd in high-definition sound, a brilliant light show and theatrics regarded as the world’s greatest live tribute. Germain Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway, Estero. 239-948-7825, germainarena.com
Gulf Coast Symphony: Super Summer Family Concert (June 11, 1pm) World of superheroes and super villains! Come dressed as your favorite hero (or villain) and try out instruments of the orchestra (parents can try, too) in a Musical Discovery Zone. Followed by a concert featuring music from the world of heroes and villains. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers. 239-481-4849, bbmannpah.com
Jesus Christ Superstar (May 2-14, Tuesdays-Sundays, evening and matinee shows available) Rock-opera takes a passionate, and sometimes irreverent, look at Jesus’ last days through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Propelled by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice score, Jesus Christ Superstar illuminates the moving power of the human spirit. Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422, broadwaypalm.com
Doublewide by Stephen Spotswood (May 2-14, Tuesdays-Sundays, evening and matinee shows available) Jim Starkey’s version of the American Dream is a modest one: to build a home on his oneacre plot and replace his doublewide trailer with something his daughter, Lorelai, can inherit. When a highway expansion project and a freak hunting accident shatter their dreams, Jim must decide how far he can be pushed and Lorelai is left to build her own future. Mature audiences. ArtStage Studio Theater, 2268 Bay St., Fort Myers. 239332-4488, floridarep.org
A Year With Frog and Toad (May 3-12, Wednesdays-Fridays, matinee shows available) Based on Arnold Lobel’s well-loved books, this whimsical show follows two great friends―the cheerful popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad―through four, fun-filled seasons. Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre, 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-278-4422, broadwaypalm.com
Noli Timere (Don’t Be Afraid) by Jared Michael (May 5-20, Fridays and Saturdays, 8pm; Sunday, May 14, 2pm) Winner of the 2016 New Play Contest, tells the story of a priest and his sister made to face something unexpected from their past when a strange man knocks on the door of the rectory. The resulting confrontation leads them into a frightening world that may, in fact, be our own. Thomas Marsh, Dena Galyean and Ken Johnson. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787, artinlee.org
Madama Butterfly (May 6, 7pm) Fully staged production, co-produced by Gulf Coast Symphony and Gulfshore Opera, an innocent young geisha gives up everything to be with an American naval officer. Filled with Puccini’s most expansive melodies, Madama Butterfly is at the top of a very short list of most performed and best loved operas. Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, 13350 FSW Parkway, Fort Myers. 239-4814849, bbmannpah.com
Pushing Boundaries: Art Quilters Unlimited (May 5-26) Techniques include machine and hand threadwork, shibori and discharged fabric treatments, painted surfaces, 3-D assemblages, wall sculptures and mixed media. Opening reception: May
5, 5-7pm; “Walk and Talk,” May 6, 10am. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787, artinlee.org
ll-Florida Juried Exhibit (June 2-30) Features works created by Florida artists. Opening reception, June 2, 5-7pm; “Walk and Talk” with juror, June 3, 10am. Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers. 239-939-2787, artinlee.org
Caloosahatchee Sunset Cruise (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 7pm, except holidays) Relaxing environment as the sun is setting, the shoreline and river elements taking on a different hue, wildlife and nature settling down for the night. Witness it all from the deck of the M/V Edison Explorer. 2360 W First St., Fort Myers. 239-919-2965, purefortmyers.com
Bike Night (May 13, 6pm) Second Saturdays to see hundreds of motorcycles displayed along downtown streets in Fort Myers. Live bands 6-10pm. Free, with many venues featuring specials. 855-732-3836, fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com
Pet Walk (May 26 and June 28, 6pm) Fourth Fridays at Hendry Street median. Pets leashed; owners must pick up “souvenirs.” Free, no registration. 855-732-3836, fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com
Car Cruise-In (May 27 and June 29, 4pm) Downtown streets in Fort Myers lined with show cars on fourth Saturdays 4-8pm. Music, food, drinks and more. Free, with many venues featuring additional specials. 855-732-3836, fortmyersriverdistrictalliance.com
TOTI Media, Inc. does its best to ensure that information in this calendar is up to date. However, we still encourage our readers to call ahead for detailed information before attending these local events.