Is the summer Hollywood box office disappointing you? Are you tired of cliché chick flicks that end happily ever after (lucky assholes)? If you see Tom Cruise in one more film, are you tempted to jump on and then off your own couch … and over a balcony? Fear not and take no drastic actions – there are alternatives. Showing tonight is Art Nouveau, 1890-1914, which screens as part of the Dali & Beyond Film Series, this short (30 minutes) picture explores the advent of Art Nouveau and even includes rare archival footage. Beer and refreshments are also served. (I don’t know about you, but I’ve always wanted to get a buzz while learning about parabolas.) 6 p.m Thurs., July 1, Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 Third St. S, St. Petersburg, $5 after 5 p.m., salvadordalimuseum.org. —Lily Reisman
The Big Bang Show is an engaging night of laughs, created by NOVA 535 owner Michael Novilla, that combines comedy, singing, dancing and any other talents (or schticks) you can think of. It’s an American Idol/Gong Show-style competition, where a panel of judges vote on
