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Review for Big Fish at Island Theatre

October 15, 2020

Mandarin·On Stage·Theatre·Theatre Reviews

The Island Theater Delivers a Whopper with Big Fish the Musical Good stories sometimes take a long time to tell. Such is the case with Big Fish at The Island Theater. Originally scheduled for May of 2020, this heartwarming tall tale was a victim of the pandemic and one of many theatrical shows postponed but not cancelled. And we should

Ida Claire open at the St. Johns Town Center in Jacksonville, Florida, Blueberry Waffle, #EATUPJAX: November Restaurant Openings, Closings, and New Locations in the Local Jacksonville Food Scene

#EATUPJAX: November Restaurant Openings, Closings, and New Locations

#EATUPJAX is a monthly column featuring restaurant openings, closings, new locations and other food news in the local Jacksonville food scene brought to you by on the is now closed. If you still have gift cards or turkey orders, they will be honored at ’s restaurant, Gilbert’s Underground Kitchen. Craving

#EATUPJAX: October Restaurant Openings, Closings, and New Locations in the Local Jacksonville Food Scene

Can I say I’m stoked about the decor of a restaurant? The

#EATUPJAX: Restaurant Openings, Closings, and New Locations in the Local Jacksonville Food Scene

Long-time Italian chef and restaurant owner Jerry Moran recently did a good

Something for Everyone at Empanada Llama in Mandarin

September 10, 2019

Feature·Food + Drink·Mandarin·Restaurants

Besides having an adorable name, there are plenty of other reasons to visit Empanada Llama in . Located in the Carrabba’s strip mall off of San Jose, Empanada Llama occupies a small space with about 5-6 tables and bar seating against the wall. When you first walk in you are

Pride & Prejudice, Northeast Florida Conservatory

No Prejudice for this Pride-Worthy Performance by Northeast Florida Conservatory

July 18, 2019

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With performances at Mandarin Presbyterian Church before moving to Atlantic Blvd., the presents the classic Pride and Prejudice, running through July 21. Based on the novel by Jane Austen, it is set in the early 1800’s England and is a romantic sparring match touching on manners and morals. It is

NE FL Conservatory Grows its Repertoire with Three’s a Family

January 17, 2019

Feature·Mandarin·On Stage·Theatre

This past weekend, the NE Florida Conservatory debuted its first non-musical (straight) show as they expand their artistic stage outreach beyond vocalists by adding straight plays to their repertoire, Three’s a Crowd, a comedy written by Phoebe and Henry Ephron, opened on Broadway in 1943. It has not been widely

Northeast Florida Conservatory Theatre Review: Newsies – The Broadway Musical

July 25, 2018

Dual Critics·Feature·Mandarin·On Stage·Theatre·Theatre Reviews

A DUAL CITICS REVIEW Jacksonville’s Northeast Florida Conservatory, in cooperation with the Haskell Company, opened Disney’s delightful “” on July 20, 2018. The production will run through July 29 at 11363 San Jose Boulevard, Building 200. For reservations, call 904-374-8639 or visit nfconservatory.org. Under , Founder and Executive Director, the

St. Johns County’s Beachwalk, Photo by James Brown Jr.

St. Johns County’s Beachwalk Lagoon Filled, Chic Homes and Shopping Opportunities Coming Soon

July 23, 2018

Attraction·Community·Family·Feature·Lifestyle·Mandarin·Outdoors·Parks·Travel & Tourism·Urban Planning

If you’ve ever dreamed of beachfront living with a swim-up bar, 40-foot waterslides, and unique restaurants and entertainment all in your backyard, you just might be in luck. Crews completed the process of filling in the crystal-clear in northern St. Johns County on Monday, July 23, 2018. The 14-acre

The Maple Leaf Ship just before it hit the mine off the coast of Mandarin in Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville’s Military Heritage: 10 Fascinating Things You Should Know

July 18, 2018

Feature·Mandarin·Mayport·Military·Perennial·Westside

Jacksonville boasts a long and varied military history. Here are some of the most interesting highlights: The Southernmost Battle of the Revolutionary War Was Fought in NE Florida. The Battle of Thomas Creek occurred near Yulee on May 17, 1777, when the Patriots faced off against the Loyalists, Brits,

BROADWAY CABARET: THE JEWISH LEGACY Starring MITCHELL WOHL

November 16, 2017

Dual Critics·Feature·Mandarin·On Stage·Theatre·Theatre Reviews

A DUAL CRITICS REVIEW The presented “” on November 11, 2017. The production, starring Mitchell Wohl, was an event staged during Discover Culture – a Jewish Literary, Film, and Arts Festival and was designed for all ages. The performance opened with an introduction by , JCA’s Director of Theatre &

From Ohio To Jacksonville: Whit’s Frozen Custard Is Catching On

August 19, 2017

Atlantic Beach·Avondale·Business·Family·Feature·Food + Drink·Jacksonville Beach·Local Sweets·Mandarin·Perennial·Restaurants

As far as sweet treats are concerned, there are few things as totally satisfying as fresh frozen custard made according to the original recipe of Chuck Whitman from Granville, Ohio. Unless, of course, you consider the vast variety of decadent toppings, from pineapple and shaved coconut to chocolate chip cookies

Lions & Tigers & Bears, Oh My! “THE WIZARD OF OZ”

August 15, 2017

Dual Critics·Feature·Mandarin·On Stage·Theatre·Theatre Reviews

A DUAL CRITICS REVIEW: NORTHEAST FLORIDA CONSERVATORY The Northeast Florida Conservatory opened the tenth production of its series of outstanding musical theater shows with “The Wizard of Oz” on August 11, 2017. It will run through August 20. You have probably seen one or more versions of what has become

Dog Wash At Native Sun Benefits First Coast No More Homeless Pets

June 6, 2017

Animals & Pets·Charitable·Community·Feature·Food + Drink·Jacksonville Beach·Lifestyle·Mandarin·Shopping·Southside·St. Johns Town Center·The Beaches

The local retailer will host its Fifth Annual Charity Dog Wash to benefit First Coast No More Homeless Pets. The dog wash will be held at all three Native Sun locations from noon-2 p.m. June 17. Jacksonville dog owners are invited to bring their dogs for a bath, with all