College Of Central Florida

"My Donkey, My Lover & I" Ocala Campus Screening
2025-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a full season of films, film talks and special events.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.
About the Film

“My Donkey, My Lover & I ”(NR, France, 2020, 1 hour, 33 minutes)
Antoinette, a schoolteacher, is looking forward to her long-planned summer holiday with her married lover Vladimir, the father of one of her pupils. When she learns that Vladimir has to cancel because his wife organized a surprise hiking vacation, Antoinette decides to follow their tracks, accompanied by a protective donkey named Patrick.
For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

Webber Gallery Exhibition Reception: "Michael Mallard: Recent Works"
2025-03-12 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The community is invited to attend the opening reception of the “Michael Mallard: Recent Works” exhibition at the Webber Gallery on Wednesday, March 12, from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

"Following the Ninth" Appleton Screening
2025-03-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, 34470
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a full season of films, film talks and special events.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.
About the Film

“Following the Ninth: In the Footsteps of Beethoven’s Final Symphony”(NR, USA, 2013, 1 hour, 39 minutes)
Following the Ninth is a documentary film about the global impact of Beethoven’s final symphony. This film was directed by Kerry Candaele, award-winning documentary film director, writer and musician. His films include Walmart: The High Cost of Low Price and Iraq for Sale. He was also assistant producer on the documentary A League of Their Own, a film about his mother, which was turned into a feature film starring Tom Hanks and Geena Davis. He has written three books and three albums of his own music. He is married, has three daughters and lives in Venice, California.
For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

Film Series at the Marion - "Following the Ninth"
2025-03-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Off Campus
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a full season of films, film talks and special events.
Held at the Marion Theatre, 50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471, this event has an exclusive filmmaker meet and greet with Kerry Candaele for Film Series members starting at 6:30 p.m. Doors open for general audience at 7 p.m. A Q&A with the director will be hosted by Ocala Symphony Orchestra Conduction Matt Wardell following the film screening. Attending Film Series Members are eligible to win a pair of tickets, by drawing, to the Ocala Symphony Orchestra’s performance of Ode to Joy/the last movement of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony on Sunday, March 30, 3 p.m.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.
About the Film

“Following the Ninth: In the Footsteps of Beethoven’s Final Symphony”(NR, USA, 2013, 1 hour, 39 minutes)
Following the Ninth is a documentary film about the global impact of Beethoven’s final symphony. This film was directed by Kerry Candaele, award-winning documentary film director, writer and musician. His films include Walmart: The High Cost of Low Price and Iraq for Sale. He was also assistant producer on the documentary A League of Their Own, a film about his mother, which was turned into a feature film starring Tom Hanks and Geena Davis. He has written three books and three albums of his own music. He is married, has three daughters and lives in Venice, California.
For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

"A League of Their Own" Ocala Campus Screening and Film Talk
2025-03-26 12:30 - 16:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a full season of films, film talks and special events.
CF Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, Bank of America and the Ira Holmes International Film Series are presenting this special screening and film talk.
Beginning at 12:30 p.m., Director Kerry Candaele will discuss the All-American Girls Baseball League and screen his short documentary A League of Their Own. Followed by a screening of Penny Marshall’s, League of Her Own feature film adaptation at 2 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.
About the Film
“A League of Their Own”(PG, USA, 2092, 2 hours, 8 minutes)
This look at the first women’s professional baseball league is set during World War II and focuses on the rivalry between sisters, one a sweet-swinging catcher and the other a pouty, impulsive pitcher, who play on the same team, which is managed by a washed-up, hard-drinking ex-Major Leaguer.
For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

The 2025 CF Student Art Exhibition
2025-03-31 10:00 - 2025-05-06 16:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The College of Central Florida will showcase the talent of its Visual Arts and Digital Media students in “The 2025 CF Student Art Exhibition,” on view March 31-May 6. This annual exhibition provides students with an opportunity to present their work in a professional environment, fostering a dynamic intersection of creativity and learning. Join us for a celebration of artistic talent and expression as we proudly showcase the talents within the College of Central Florida’s Visual Arts and Digital Media programs.
An opening reception for this exhibit will take place on Wednesday, April 2, at 12:30 p.m.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

Opening Reception for the 2025 CF Student Art Exhibition
2025-04-02 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The Webber Gallery invites you to an Opening Reception for the 2025 CF Student Art Exhibition Wednesday, April 2, 12:30-1:30 p.m. All chosen award placements will be announced, and light refreshments will be served. The exhibition opens Monday, March 31, and can be viewed through Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Admission is free and open to the public.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

Spring Musical "Willy Wonka"
2025-04-03 19:30, 2025-04-04 19:30, 2025-04-05 19:30, 2025-04-06 15:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The VPA Department at CF proudly presents its spring musical, “Willy Wonka,” from April 3-6 in the Dassance Fine Arts Center at the Ocala Campus.
Performances are scheduled from Thursday, April 3, through Saturday, April 5, at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee show Sunday, April 6, at 3 p.m. The shows will take place at the Dassance Fine Arts Center. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for non-CF students*, and free for all CF students, faculty and staff with valid CF I.D. You may purchase your tickets at cf.universitytickets.com or call 352-873-5810.

Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

CF Patriots Blues Jazz Ensemble Concert
2025-04-15 19:30 - 20:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The CF Jazz Ensemble, Patriot Blues, will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Ocala Campus, Dassance Fine Arts Center on Tuesday, April 15. Doors open at 7 p.m. No tickets required.

Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

Esprit de Corps: CF Wind Symphony Spring Concert
2025-04-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join the CF Wind Symphony Band at their Spring concert, Esprit de Corps, on Tuesday, April 22, from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Charles Dassance Fine Arts Center on the Ocala Campus. This event is free to attend.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

"The Pastel Odyssey" Webber Gallery Exhibition
2025-05-19 10:00 - 2025-06-19 16:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The community is invited to explore the “The Pastel Odyssey” at the Webber Gallery on view 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, May 19, – Thursday, June 19.
Join pastelists from the Pastel Society of Central Florida for mesmerizing experience of color, texture, and creativity in the Pastel Odyssey at the Webber Gallery. The exhibit will feature around 40 different stunning works from 15 talented artists.
Don’t miss the exhibition’s opening reception on Thursday, May 29, from 4-6 p.m.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

Webber Gallery Exhibition Reception: "The Pastel Odyssey"
2025-05-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The community is invited to attend the opening reception of the “The Pastel Odyssey” at the Webber Gallery on Thursday, May 29, from 4 – 6 p.m.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

Making the Show: Artist Talk with Joshua L. Mazur
2025-07-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us on Tuesday, July 22, at 3 p.m. at the Black Box Theatre sponsored by Norman and Susan Reid (Building 4) for a Q&A with CF professor of music and choral program manager Joshua L. Mazur, the “In Willowbarks Woods” creator.

Making a Living Being a Composer in 2025: Artist Talk with Joshua L. Mazur
2025-07-29 15:00 - 16:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us on Tuesday, July 29, at 3 p.m. at the Black Box Theatre sponsored by Norman and Susan Reid (Building 4) for a talk with CF professor of music and choral program manager Joshua L. Mazur, the “In Willowbarks Woods” creator.
Mazur will dig into how to make a living as a composer and the pathway he took to get to where he is today.

In Willowbark Woods
2025-08-01 19:30, 2025-08-02 19:30, 2025-08-03 15:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join CF Visual and Performing Arts students for the production of a brand new musical, “In Willowbark Woods”. Performance times are 7:30 p.m. Friday, August 1, and Saturday, August 2, and 3 p.m. Sunday, August 3, at the Black Box Theatre sponsored by Norman and Susan Reid (Building 4) on the Ocala Campus. Tickets are $10 for adults and can be purchased at cf.universitytickets.com or by calling 352-873-5810. Tickets are free for CF students, faculty and staff with valid I.D.
“In Willowbark Woods” is an original theatrical work composed and written by Joshua L. Mazur, CF adjunct instructor of music, and he will accompany the cast on piano.
Doors open a half hour before show time.

The Gap Between Art and Life Biennial Exhibition
2025-09-02 - 2025-10-16 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The College of Central Florida Webber Gallery presents “The Gap Between Art and Life Biennial Exhibition” Sept. 2-Oct. 6. This biannual competitive exhibition will display jury panel selected installation art. Out of 97 submissions, eight various artworks by artists from across the southeastern United States were chosen for this exhibition.
The chosen installations will allow visitors to interact with the gallery space in new and unique ways. The jury panel consisted of Leslie Hammond, president of Artistic Eye Fine Art Services, and Victoria Billig, assistant director of the Appleton Museum of Art.
Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery is closed Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and college observed holidays. For more information call 352-854-2322, ext. 1552.
The public is invited to the opening reception on Thursday, Sept. 11 from 4-6 p.m. The exhibition and reception are free.

"The Gap Between Art and Life Biennial" Opening Reception
2025-09-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us Thursday, Sept. 11, from 4-6 p.m. at the Webber Center for the opening reception of the biannual competitive exhibition of installation art, “The Gap Between Art and Life Biennial”. This exhibition will be open to the public at the College of Central Florida Webber Gallery from Sept. 2-Oct. 16.
This competitive exhibition was jury selected and out of 97 total entries, eight diverse artworks were chosen to allow visitors to interact with the gallery space in new and unique ways. The jury panel consisted of Leslie Hammond, president of Artistic Eye Fine Art Services, and Victoria Billig, assistant director of the Appleton Museum of Art.
Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The gallery is closed Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and college observed holidays. For more information call 352-854-2322, ext. 1552.
This event and exhibition are free and open to the public.

When I'm 64 Anniversary Season Kickoff Celebration
2025-10-04 18:30 | Off Campus
This event starts with Beatles karaoke at 6:30 p.m. followed by a screening of “A Hard Day’s Night” starting at sundown. Families are encouraged to bring law chairs or a blanket and celebrate the 64th anniversary of one of the longest running college film series in the U.S.
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a full season of films, film talks and special events.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.
About the Film

“A Hard Day’s Night” (G, UK, 1964, 1 hour, 27 minutes)
Just one month after they exploded onto the U.S. scene with their Ed Sullivan Show appearance, John, Paul, George, and Ringo began working on a project that would bring their revolutionary talent to the big screen. The bandmates play cheeky comic versions of themselves, capturing the astonishing moment when they officially became the singular, irreverent idols of their generation and changed music forever.
For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

“Pre Fab!” Appleton Screening
2025-10-14 14:00 | Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, 34470
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a full season of films, film talks and special events.
This is a special screening event with a post-film talk with Todd Thompson, director of Orlando’s Star North Films. He is an Emmy-nominated creative director, producer, writer and storyteller who has enjoyed a career both in front of and behind the camera, and he has more than 20 years of experience working with the Walt Disney Company and other well-known brands.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.
About the Film

“Pre Fab!”(NR, USA/UK, 2023, 1 hour, 36 minutes)
Pre Fab! Has been called “the last Beatles story to tell about how it all began.” The film chronicles the rise of skiffle music and its impact on post-World War II British youth, the influence of American Rock ‘n’ Roll and how, in 1956, a boy named John Lennon rounded up friends including Paul McCartney and George Harrison to form a group called The Quarrymen.

About the Speaker

Todd Thompson
Orlando Star North Films

This is a special film series exclusive screening event of this film that is not yet released to the public, with a bonus film talk with the director.
Director Todd Thompson of Orlando’s Star North Films will introduce his film and answer questions after the screening. Thompson is a creative director, producer, and writer who has enjoyed a career both in front and behind the camera. His favorite role, however, has always been that of a storyteller. He has more than 20 years of experience working with The Walt Disney Company and other well-known consumer brands and also boasts a modest resume of award-winning films.
His most recent is the 2022 Emmy-nominated “Woman In Motion” (Paramount+), which chronicles the story of Star Trek’s Nichelle Nichols and her epic journey to bring diversity to our space program after standing up and asking NASA the question: “Where are my people?” In 2022, “Woman In Motion” was named an ambassador film for the American Film Showcase (AFS), a partnership with the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and USC’s School of Cinematic Arts.

For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

“Pre Fab!” Ocala Campus Screening
2025-10-14 19:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States

“Good Day Sunshine State” Book Talk
2025-10-22 12:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series presents a full season of films, film talks and special events.
This is a book talk with author Bob Kealing, presented by the CF Department of Humanities and the Ira Holmes International Film Series, will be held in Building 8, Room 110.
Kealing is the author of five books on Florida history and culture. In “Good Day Sunshine State: How the Beatles Rocked Florida,” he chronicles the Beatles’ travels through the potboiler that was 1964 Florida. A six-time Emmy Award-winning retired reporter, Kealing is a two-time recipient of the Edward R. Murrow Award and is the founder of four Florida Heritage Sites.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.
About the Author

About the Speaker

Bob Kealing
Author and six-time Emmy-Award winning Retired Reporter

Bob Kealing is the author of five books on Florida history and culture. He is a six-time Emmy Award-winning retired reporter and two-time recipient of the Edward R Murrow Award. Also a historic preservationist, Kealing is the founder of Four Florida Heritage Sites, commemorating Jack Kerouac, the Allman Brothers Band, Gram Parsons, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. He is the married father of two college-age children.
For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

Funding for this Florida Talks program was provided by Florida Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities.

CF Theatre Presents "Beware the House on Haunted Hill!"
2025-10-23 19:30, 2025-10-24 19:30, 2025-10-25 19:30, 2025-10-26 15:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us for a night of spooky fun!
Based on the 1959 campy whodunit starring Vincent Price, the play, “Beware the House on Haunted Hill!”, brings together six guests who vie for a mysterious prize from an eccentric millionaire if they can survive the night in the world’s most haunted house.
Performances are scheduled from Thursday, Oct. 23, through Sunday, Oct. 26. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows will be held at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday show will start at 3 p.m. All shows will take place at the Dassance Fine Arts Center on the Ocala Campus. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for non-CF students, and free for all CF students, faculty and staff with valid CF I.D. You may purchase your tickets at cf.universitytickets.com or call 352-873-5810.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.
