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Alliance for the Arts

Fort Myers, FL, US

216 members · Public group

Organized by Jennifer Falk

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What we’re about

The Alliance for the Arts (AFTA) is proud to provide unique and plentiful opportunities to create, experience and collaborate on art in all forms of expression. AFTA is committed to breaking down barriers to access the arts and increasing awareness about the role of the arts in stimulating workforce development and helping bridge the digital divide, developing cultural appreciation, and attaining positive mental and physical health, among many other benefits.

At AFTA we believe that the arts serve as a strong foundation for individuals and the community, and our mission reflects that. We know that the arts can be the inspiration for learning, collaborating, creating and understanding. Art is where we can all be unique while being the same: It is cathartic and uniting, and at AFTA, all are welcome to find and pursue their creative path.

Upcoming events (4+)

Wed, Apr 2, 2025, 6:00 PM EDTArt House Cinema Presents Lift
Alliance for the Arts, Fort Myers, FL
Find out more and purchase tickets here.

Join us on Wednesday, April 2 for another exclusive film screening from the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers!

After performing all over the world, ballet dancer Steven Melendez returns to the Bronx shelter where he grew up to give back to his community, offering a New York Theatre Ballet workshop to children. His traumatic reaction to the shelter from his childhood sends him on an unexpected journey with three kids to reckon with a past he had escaped from through ballet.

Catch the trailer to this documentary about the journey from homelessness to the ballet stage here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BU64wBVz7ao

Popcorn and light refreshments will be available for purchase.
Doors open at 5:30, film begins at 6:00 pm. Following the screening will be an intimately set Q&A session with one of the films producers and a special guest moderator.

Filmmaker present for Q & A:
David Peterson, Director
Mary Recine, Producer
Steven Melendez, Protagonist, Artistic Director of NY Theatre Ballet
About Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers – a program of South Arts: The Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers works with a regional network of Screening Partners to connect independent documentary filmmakers with communities across the Southeast to present screenings and conversations around important stories and the art of filmmaking. Since Southern Circuit’s inception in 1975, hundreds of filmmakers have toured, sharing their work and perspectives with over one hundred Screening Partner communities throughout South Arts’ nine-state region (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee).
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Thu, Apr 3, 2025, 1:00 PM EDTThe American Constitution – A Film Screening
Alliance for the Arts, Fort Myers, FL
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Experience the dawn of American democracy at a WORLD PREMIERE MOVIE EVENT!
TWO SHOWINGS ONLY, APRIL 3RD 1:00pm AND 7:00pm
The American Constitution, a groundbreaking documentary feature film, unveils the dramatic origin story of the Constitution. More than a dozen of our nation’s leading constitutional historians masterfully recount the Constitution’s epic creation. A superb cast of actors portray the Framers in the room where it happened over the summer of 1787, Philadelphia and bring the Framers’ actual words to life! Starring Michael Lake, David Whalen and featuring James France as Benjamin Franklin. Enjoy complimentary hor d’oeuvres and cash bar!

Both performances followed by LIVELY Q&A with:

JAMES MADISON, the Father of the Constitution & 4th President of the U.S., uncannily portrayed by nationally-recognized First-Person Interpreter LOUIS MAGILL
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Thu, Apr 3, 2025, 7:00 PM EDTThe American Constitution – A Film Screening
Alliance for the Arts, Fort Myers, FL
Find out more and purchase tickets here

Experience the dawn of American democracy at a WORLD PREMIERE MOVIE EVENT!

TWO SHOWINGS ONLY, APRIL 3RD 1:00pm AND 7:00pm
The American Constitution, a groundbreaking documentary feature film, unveils the dramatic origin story of the Constitution. More than a dozen of our nation’s leading constitutional historians masterfully recount the Constitution’s epic creation. A superb cast of actors portray the Framers in the room where it happened over the summer of 1787, Philadelphia and bring the Framers’ actual words to life! Starring Michael Lake, David Whalen and featuring James France as Benjamin Franklin. Enjoy complimentary hor d’oeuvres and cash bar!

Both performances followed by LIVELY Q&A with:

JAMES MADISON, the Father of the Constitution & 4th President of the U.S., uncannily portrayed by nationally-recognized First-Person Interpreter LOUIS MAGILL
2 attendees
Fri, Apr 4, 2025, 5:00 PM EDTApril Gallery Opening Reception
Alliance for the Arts, Fort Myers, FL
Opening Reception: April 4, 5-7 pm, On Display: April 4-26

On April 4, Julie Griffin is generously donating 100% of her sales to the Alliance—every purchase made will directly supports the arts in SWFL!

#### In the Main Gallery: Legacy and Limitless

Julie Griffin, a Fort Myers native, discovered her natural talent for drawing and painting early on. She earned a BFA in Fine Arts from FSU in 1985, with minors in Art History, Marketing, and Art Education. After years of searching for the right artistic guidance, she found mentor Frank Covino in 1999 and studied under him for two decades while raising her children and teaching after-school art lessons.

As an Academic artist, Julie follows traditional methods used by the masters to create the illusion of three-dimensionality on a two-dimensional surface. She has had the prestigious honor of painting in the Louvre and the National Gallery of Art, experiences she deeply values. Light is central to her work, influencing the depth and richness of her oil paintings.

Passionate about lifelong learning, Julie continues to take classes, exhibit her work, and share her knowledge with aspiring artists, believing that growth and practice are essential to mastering the craft.

#### In the Theatre Lobby Gallery: Identity by Torreza

Torreza was born in Cartagena, Colombia where she got the Caribbean Sea colors and breeze to inspire her. She started her artistic studies at age of 12 in the Cecilia Herera artist workshop. At college, she learned about perspective drawings in Jean Pierre Accault artist class. She is a Bachelor in arts graduate of University Jorge Tadeo Lozano in Colombia. Her art is an invitation to be mindful of natural resources. Her pieces are made of diffusing colors, one stroke technique, fine lines and brush strokes. The acrylic technique characterized by bold, energetic strokes inspired by Van Gogh, seeks to create an immersive experience, allowing viewers to deeply connect with the painting and feel the essence of the art. She uses symmetrical and diagonal compositions with vertical or angle axials in warm and vibrant colors with some repetitive elements and dynamic movement. Torreza communicates a deep message beyond the shapes, lines and color like toxic relationships, the influence of the media on teenagers, nature endangerment, self-esteem, and more.

#### In the Member Gallery: Fine Art Acrylics

Marilyn Hedlund has been a member of the Alliance since 2003, and teaching her Fine Art Acrylics classes since 2016 to a dedicated group of students. Our Member Gallery will proudly feature an exhibition of their works.
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Past events (279)

Tue, Apr 1, 2025, 7:00 PM EDTIndigo Roots Live in Concert
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