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The Toronto Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Peter Oundjian will travel to Florida in January 2011 to perform a week-long series of concerts in six cities including Naples (January 9), Sarasota (January 10), Fort Lauderdale (January 11), West Palm Beach (January 12), Orlando (January 14) and Daytona Beach (January 15). The Florida tour will be the TSO's third visit to the state in the orchestra's history, and its first visit since 1999. Native Canadian and now-resident of Bradenton Florida, violinist James Ehnes will join the orchestra to perform Barber's Violin Concerto. The orchestra will also perform Torque, a 2009 TSO commission by Gary Kulesha (Lead of the TSO Composer Advisory Group), and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5. Mr. Kulesha will join the orchestra on tour and give pre-concert talks in select cities.

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is a not-for-profit performing arts center whose mission is to enhance the quality of life in Palm Beach County by presenting a diverse schedule of national and International Artists and companies of the highest quality; by offering comprehensive arts education programs; by providing a Palm Beach County home in which local and regional arts organizations can showcase their work; and by providing economic catalyst and community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF, one of Central Florida's most prestigious theatrical venues, is celebrating the launch of their new website to better serve their patrons during a busy 2010-2011 season filled with plays and events that promise to entertain and educate audiences of all ages.

Now celebrating its Fifth Anniversary Season, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County announced - as a special addition to the Broadway in Miami 2010-2011 Season - the return of the beloved hit FORBIDDEN BROADWAY. After breaking box office records at the Center in 2008, FORBIDDEN BROADWAY is set to leave its uproarious mark on Miami once again, on stage in the intimate Carnival Studio Theater from December 14 - 26, 2010. Roasting and toasting Broadway hits - including those on the current Adrienne Arsht Center lineup, from In the Heights to Jersey Boys - the show promises two straight weeks of non-stop laughs.

No, No, Nanette was first presented in London and played for 665 performances at the Palace Theatre. It then ran for 321 performances on Broadway at the Globe Theatre. The New York revival played for 861 performances at the Forty-Sixth Street Theatre in 1971. The cast for the revival included Ruby Keeler, Jack Gilford, Bobby Van, Helen Gallagher, Susan Watson and Patsy Kelly.

Stepping up to a new arena of entertainment which now counts three successful restaurants, The Villa By Barton G (former Versace Mansion) and a corporate events division that services national and international clients, New Year's Eve will mark the entry of restaurateur/hotelier Barton G. Weiss' newest venture, PRELUDE BY BARTON G PRESENTS nabbing major star power in Chayenne Jackson as his inaugural attraction. Jackson performs Friday, December 31, and Saturday, January 1, at Prelude By Barton G presented by Barton G. Weiss and The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County.

MIAMI, FL- Now celebrating its Fifth Anniversary Season, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County presents THE CHRISTMAS MUSIC OF MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER BY CHIP DAVIS, an annual holiday favorite featuring the number one selling Christmas artist of all time, on December 26, 2010 at 7 p.m. in the Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House of the Adrienne Arsht Center. The holiday season will come alive with MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER'S spectacular and beloved holiday show, state-of-the-art multi-media extravaganza featuring their distinctive blend of classical, rock, acoustic and electronic music.

Just in time for holiday vacation, 'CATS' the 'now and forever' show as it came to be known, the show that revolutionized musical theatre, is coming to Broward Center for the Performing Arts for 5 performances December 17 to 19, 2010. Tickets are available at the Broward Center Box Office Monday to Friday 10AM - 5 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12 Noon - 5pm and 1 ½ hours prior to show times; or online at www.broadwayacrossamerica.com; www.browardcenter.org; via phones 954-462-0222 or 800-982-2787. Groups of 15 or more are invited to call 954-626-7814 or 954-462-0222.

Gavin Creel is a two-time Tony Award nominee for his performances in HAIR and THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE. He also performed in the 2004 Broadway revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES and has performed on London's West End in MARY POPPINS and HAIR.

Now celebrating its Fifth Anniversary Season, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County in partnership with AEG presents a very special addition to the 2010-2011 COMEDY PLANET SERIES. On March 28, 2010 at 8 p.m. KATHY GRIFFIN will present a racy, raucous, rambunctious evening of stand-up comedy in the John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall.

Today, December 10, marks the 4th Anniversary of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS national tour. The JERSEY BOYS National Tour opened at the Curran Theatre in San Francisco and has gone on to play 38 cities since then. JERSEY BOYS is currently playing at the Forrest Theatre in Philadelphia, where it has broken the box office record 7 times.

Now celebrating its Fifth Anniversary Season, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County proudly presents the next hilarious installment in the 2010-2011 COMEDY PLANET SERIES. In a rare solo appearance WHOOPI GOLDBERG performs for one show only on January 15, 2011 in the Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House. Revered across the globe for her tremendous talent, wit, and stage presence, WHOOPI is set to wow Miami audiences.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF will present three classic and beloved masterpieces - William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, and the epic adventure Beowulf - in rotating repertory.

The Stage Door production is being directed by Arthur Whitelaw, who directed the original 'Taffeta' Off-Broadway, and was the original producer. Whitelaw has won and/or been nominated for every industry award including the Tony, Emmy, Oscar, Drama Desk Award, and Obie. 'The Taffetas are special to us because they take us to a simpler, gentler time in our history. People are responding so positively to it, because it is just fun!!' exclaims Whitelaw, with a laugh.

St. Petersburg, FL - New American Theater (NAT) is setting the stage at BayWalk for 'A NOT so silent night' cabaret show. This event features St. Petersburg native Becca McCoy, with James Weaver on piano. The one-hour show features traditional carols, original music, and old favorites with interesting new arrangements by James Weaver. This show is sure to get you into the holiday spirit! The company plans to do this as a monthly event, presenting a new and unique show each month.

Take the classic Nutcracker that everyone knows and loves. Move it into the 21st Century. Infuse it with today's music and dance styles. What you end up with is 'The Not So Nutcracker,' a modern retelling of Clara, her wonderful Christmas Present, and the joys that lie ahead while visions of Sugarplums dance in her head.

The Waterfront Playhouse begins their 71st season with the comic play 'Lend Me A Tenor' by Ken Ludwig. Directed by the Waterfront's artistic director Danny Weathers, 'Tenor' features an all-star cast; a breath-taking set by Michael Boyer; gorgeous period costumes by Jose Rivera and Carmen Rodriguez; lighting by Kim Hanson ('Key West Nutcracker') and a high-energy tale that will have you laughing. The production is sponsored by KEY TV and runs December 16 to January 8. The opening night post performance party is sponsored by Bunnie Smith and Jack Paul.

Now celebrating its Fifth Anniversary Season, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County in partnership with AEG presents a very special addition to the 2010-2011 COMEDY PLANET SERIES. On March 28, 2010 at 8 p.m. KATHY GRIFFIN will present a racy, raucous, rambunctious evening of stand-up comedy in the John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall.

'The Killing of Sister George' shocked and delighted audiences in London in 1964 and then again in 1966 on Broadway as one of the first plays about a lesbian couple. It was subsequently made into a film 'The Killing of Sister George' in 1968 and Beryl Reid was nominated for an Academy Award for her portayal of Sister George. Many people compare this play to the movie 'Whatever Happenned to Baby Jane' and say George makes Baby Jane Look Sane.

David Sedaris' snarky holiday comedy, The Santaland Diaries, is back onstage at Florida Rep for a special engagement, playing Dec. 9-23 in the New Studio Theatre. Starring Florida Rep regular, Jason Parrish, The Santaland Diaries follows the outrageous exploits of an unemployed writer who desperately takes a job as a Macy's Elf, and exposes the underside of the Christmas season.