Sanibel Distinguished by Distinguished Performances

There are beaches galore in Florida and on the west coast of the USA.


Certainly Sanibel Island is one of the most natural beach destinations with a tropical sweep of land and sea as well as a cornucopia of wild life.


Those features alone keep Sanibel on the radar of vacationers seeking a unique respite from the real world.


But the diversity and quality of cultural entertainment found on this tiny barrier island also sets it apart.


Here's a sampling of what guests and residents can look forward to:


Beginning in mid November, there is a menu of classical musical selections in venues from movies to concert halls. Symphony performances, string concerts, and piano offerings dot the artistic landscape. Even first class opera can be viewed and heard in the series of opera in cinema presenting such classics as Tosca, Rigoletto and Don Giovanni .....as well as some lesser known operas rarely presented in traditional houses.


Dance selections encompass ballet, acrobatics and contemporary.


But for Island residents and regulars, one of the most exciting and talked about offerings on Sanibel in high season is the renowned Winter Academy. The Winter Academy, as the name implies, is a series of lectures with subject areas covering a wide gamut of interests. Music, Psychology, Law and Religion are areas addressed in the academy. Not only is the academy intellectually stimulating, it will provide a jump start to the day as the special classes are all held in the mornings.


Just imagine the fun of an early walk, light breakfast and a brain tease that begins at 9 a.m.


But if you'd rather sleep in and hit the beach, there is plenty of stimulation to be found at night. To take a look at what's available, you might want to check out the Big Arts website for all the details.