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Mark Twain's Voice

You've seen his pictures, read his books, enjoyed his sharpened wit and piercing humor. But you've never heard the sound, the cadence or inflections of Mark ...

Aug 14, 2012

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Mark Twain Turns 70, Words & Music at Glenridge Performing Arts Center

July 1, 2012 from 2pm to 4pm

It's 1905. You are a guest in Mark Twain's home at 21 Fifth Avenue, New York City, in observance of his 70th birthday. The most famous humorist and author of his time speaks and sings songs of the day as he tells stories from his fascinating life. The Bowery Boys add harmonies to the festivities, and all concludes with a free ice cream party.Rod Rawlings portrays Mark Twain. Directed by Bob D'Angelo.See More

Jun 28, 2012

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Mar 19, 2012

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Dealing with Sickness

Mark Twain had a unique way of dealing with sickness. His method wouldn't work for everyone. At the end it didn't work for him.

Dec 5, 2011

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Jul 22, 2010

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A Change of Command

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An aging man steps in front of a mirror with a comb, winces with shoulder pain, and talks to himselves.

Jul 22, 2010

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Occupation: Mark Twain Performer and Voice Actor

A little about me (so that you know I am a real person and not a spammer!): Useful Labels: Husband, Father, Homeowner, Past Lt. Governor of Kiwanis, University of Maryland Graduate, Vietnamese Linguist, Former Staff Sgt. in U.S. Army, Former Pilot, Former National Radio Writer/Producer/Syndicator, Former Radio Show Host on WLSS, Former Executive Director of Sarasota Public Schools Foundation, Former Hospital Assistant Administrator, Former Fundraising Consultant to 501(c)3s Nationwide, Broker/Owner of Action Team Real Estate, Founder and Principal of MarkTwainPerforms.com. Oh, yes, Charter Member of Baby Boomers.

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The things I like most about the Sarasota/Manatee area: Outdoor opportunities year-round, relative lack of congestion, wide menu of cuisines, growing awareness/practice of sustainability, quaint and curious parochialism of towns/communities, ubiquitous ceiling fans, officials actually listen and respond to electorate.