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by Lynn Conradt-Eberlin Teenage writers know there is no age requirement for good writing. Scripts and novels require imagination and the ability to communicate a good story. All they need is a chance to immerse themselves in the world of written creation, to understand the expected in preparation of unleashing your unexpected storytelling on the world. Prepare for the adventure of writing submersion, June 15-19, 2015 through the ! During a full week of sessions dedicated to writers ages 13-17, you can pick up one workshop or choose to attend the entire week. The instructors are a successful scriptwriter and a …

Duval-based comic calls on comedians and musicians alike to get all aboard his entertainment express at Jax Comedy Club If you are at all intimate with the stand-up scene in Jax, then you are most certainly familiar with Jacksonville’s own professional jokester, . He’s been performing here “all his life,” starting out as the “funny kid” and, now into adulthood, opening for many notable national acts such as , , and . If you cover the Jax yuk-yuk scene as I do, he is as much of a fixture in greenrooms as is neurosis. The always affable and down-to-earth comic …

Join Theatre On A Mission for  at Alhambra Theatre and Dining, June 1, 7 p.m. You will see your favorite Princes and Princesses in a delightful comedy. With the help of two fairy Godmothers the Royals must work together to help the Children of Costa Rica. So grab your pumpkin, and come sing along with the Theatre On A Mission Princes and Princesses as they get ready for their  Journey!  Tickets only $15.00.  Event includes a live and silent auction of some wonderful items donated by the community.  Theatre on a Mission is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.  is a student-driven …

A View from LaBove Back in the 80s, comedian founded the “Outlaws of Comedy” Tour with the beast of stand-up, the late –so you can probably imagine all of the wild tales of mayhem and debauchery that he could share with you over a few beers. “No, most of them are just nice Christian stories,” says Labove, in an obvious moment of facetiousness. Like many of the comedians I’ve talked to, LaBove romanticizes the days of old in the nostalgic spirit of an overplayed tune. Those early years were the most important time for him in terms of honing his …

“Skippy” from 80’s sitcom Family Ties brings his off-screen act to the Comedy Club of Jacksonville. If comedians loved one thing in the 80s, it was being on sitcoms. If 80s sitcoms loved thing, it was nerdy neighbors. This created the perfect opportunity for , a stand-up comedian who played “Skippy” on the popular 80’s sitcom . Price still tours as a comedian today and that happy coincidence from way back when we were all still proudly wearing mullets and slap-bracelets has given Price the name recognition he needs to compete in a supersaturated stand-up market. “Before I was even …

One of the most successful and influential names in Roots/Americana music is bringing his own new music to Jacksonville’s room on Friday, February 20th.  From Austin TX, will celebrate the release of his new CD, Eatin’ at Me on Friday, February 20th at Mudville Music Room in Jacksonville. Morlix is known for his innovative and insightful instrumentation on albums he has produced for internationally recognized recording artists such as , , and . (Jacksonville music fans may recognize him as producer and mentor of Florida’s own .) Morlix has produced and played on his latest 3 releases. He has been …

12000 Beach Blvd, 641-1212 www.alhambrajax.com Feb 18-March 22 BUTTERFLIES ARE FREE A blind man moves into his own apartment against the wishes of his overprotective mother, and befriends the freethinking young woman next door. April 1 – May 3 ON GOLDEN POND Mike Farrel of MASH stars in On Golden Pond, the Tony Award-winning play by Ernest Thompson. The play explores the often turbulent relationship of a young woman and her father, and the difficulties faced by a couple in the twilight years of a long marriage. May 13-June 14 PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE An eclectic group of teens vie …