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Broadway & Opera Superstars Join Forces With Ft. Lauderdale Gay Men's Chorus For Sondheim Tribute
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2018
The Fort Lauderdale Gay Men's Chorus (FTLGMC) will present 'Our Time With Sondheim,' an inspiring evening of music from Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim, with special guest performances by Broadway and opera superstars Lisa Vroman and Martha Bartz. Performances will be held at All Saints Episcopal Church located at 333 Tarpon Drive in Fort Lauderdale on Friday, March 16 at 8 pm and Sunday, March 18 at 4 pm.
Arsht Center announces ARTSLAUNCH2018
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2018
Save the date! The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is pleased to announce the return of ARTSLAUNCH, a FREEannual celebration to kick off Miami's arts season and celebrate the Center's official box office opening, on Saturday, September 8*.
Coral Springs Center For The Arts To Present THE KINGSTON TRIO
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2018
The Coral Springs Center for the Arts today announced the addition of the legendary "fathers of folk" The Kingston Trio to its upcoming performance schedule.
Paula Poundstone, Colin Quinn, Dirty At 7:30 and More Come to the Lyric Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
Beloved at The Lyric and around the world, Paula Poundstone returns for another memorable performance. Heralded as one of our country's foremost comics, Poundstone has a long history on the comedic stage. Known for her incredible ability to engage audiences with quick wit and responsive humor, Paula's ability to conjure jokes on the spot is celebrated by audiences and critics alike. In addition to her roles on radio and the stage, Paula Poundstone has also starred in television specials on networks including HBO and Bravo. Poundstone has won an Emmy Award, and In 2016 she was in the Academy Award-winning Pixar animated film Inside Out as "Forgetter Paula". Named one of Comedy Central's 100 Greatest Standups of All Time, Poundstone has also been inducted into the Comedy Hall of Fame.  
Kevin Black IMAGINE - A BEATLES CELEBRATION Now Playing At Stage Door Theatre
by Carol Kassie - February 07, 2018
The World Premiere of Imagine - A Beatles Celebration, created by award-winning director/choreographer Kevin Black, will open at Stage Door Theatre on February 2nd and run through March 11th.  Black, the creator of numerous Stage Door hits, such as The Soul of Motor City, Swing! Swing! Swing! and What's New Pussycat? has taken the music we all remember by the band that changed the face of music, and put his own inimitable spin on it.
Rachel Bay Jones Joins Seth Rudetsky In Ft. Lauderdale, 2/16
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
Two of Broadway's brightest stars will join The Broward Center's popular Broadway concert series hosted by Sirius/XM radio star Seth Rudetsky this season.
Arsht Center CEO John Richard Completes Tenure In 2018
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County announced today that John Richard, president and CEO of the Center will step down from his position at the end of 2018. Under Richard's decade of dedicated leadership, the Arsht Center sparked downtown Miami's cultural transformation, while also earning national and local recognition for its innovative offerings and community-focused programs.
Palm Beach Opera Announces 2018-2019 Season Including Exciting New Concert
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
Palm Beach Opera today announced its 2018-2019 mainstage opera season, which will include performances of Giuseppe Verdi's La Traviata, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Don Giovanni, and Johann Strauss' Die Fledermaus, as well as a new concert, Rising Stars of Opera. All of Palm Beach Opera's thrilling and elaborate productions will be performed in the Dreyfoos Concert Hall at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. 
Jazz Prodigy Matthew Whitaker Comes To Ali Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
The Historic Ali Cultural Arts is proud to present one of the most acclaimed new jazz performers in the world, Matthew Whitaker. The blind teen prodigy has been hailed by critics for his virtuoso style on the piano and the Hammond B3 organ. Whitaker was recently profiled on the Today Show and has been seen on a variety of TV programs including Ellen, CBS Sunday Morning and Good Morning Japan. Last year, he debuted his critically acclaimed first CD, Outta the Box, featuring a mix of original compositions and his take on the classics.
MOAD MDC Welcomes The World Premiere Of OUT OF THE SHADOWS III
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
Museum of Art and Design at Miami Dade College (MOAD MDC) will present Out of the Shadows III, a captivating interactive one-time performance by the celebrated Palestinian artist Jumana Emil Abboud at 7 p.m., Feb. 23 at the Wolfson Campus Auditorium. Out of the Shadows III uses music and storytelling to take its audience on an enchanted tour of fabled locations possessed by both politics and the supernatural.
Curtain Call Playhouse Presents Diane Samuels' KINDERTRANSPORT
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
Celebrating its 21st year of great theatre, Curtain Call Playhouse is proud to present Diane Samuels' KINDERTRANSPORT, at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center (March 2-18) & the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre (March 24 & 25). KINDERTRANSPORT is directed by Ted Dvoracek, with Jerry Jensen as Assistant Director.
BWW Reviews: MISTER ACT A Hilarious Spoof Done Right
by Trevor Durham - February 07, 2018
The culmination of coast to coast minds, razor sharp wit, and star-power of the cast, makes Mister Act a smash hit of drag talent that hopefully is the first of many LRI/Peaches Christ productions.
New Workshop Offers Visual Storytelling Techniques
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
The Cultural Division and ArtServe, Inc. offer a day-long 'Tell Your Story' workshop on February 14th for cultural executives, development and marketing staff, and artists. The workshop helps participants shape personalized organizational narratives and translate them into visual stories. From sketching storyboards to setting up smartphone-friendly film shoots, the collaborative exercises of 'Tell Your Story' provide a comprehensive introduction to the world of visual storytelling.
Actors' Playhouse Announces Complete Cast For Eight-time Tony Award-Winning Musical ONCE
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre continues its milestone 30th Anniversary Season with Once, winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards including Best Musical, playing February 28 - March 25, 2018. Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, the company's production will include members from the original Broadway cast as well as several actors who have performed the show regionally.
Get Groovy with the Girl Power SHOUT! The Mod Musical SInging and Dancing into the Kelsey Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Get Groovy with a Girl Power Musical!! Maplewood Playhouse follows up their all male coming of age musical Glory Days, with the all-female production, SHOUT! The Mod Musical, a celebration of all things swingin' '60s. A cultural mish-mash from go-go boots to the pill, a hilarious 'Dear Abby' column and a rainbow of fun. Continuing the first season of live theater in the Lake Park Art's District, SHOUT! The Mod Musical opens February 16th at the Kelsey Theater.
Lake Worth Playhouse Presents BACHELORETTE As Part of Black Box Series
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2018
Ten years out of high school, Regan, Gena and Katie convene in the luxurious bridal suite of their old friend, Becky, the night before her wedding in New York City. Fueled by jealousy and resentment, the girls embark on a night of debauchery that goes from playfully wasted to devastatingly destructive. Their old fears, unfulfilled desires and deep bonds with each other transform a prenuptial bender into a night they'll never forget. A wicked black comedy about female friendship and growing up in an age of excess.
Terry Adkins, Donald Judd Exhibitions Open Spring 2018 At ICA Miami
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
Following the grand opening of its new permanent home this past December, The Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (ICA Miami) presents an exciting roster of Spring 2018 exhibitions, featuring major solo exhibitions that provide new insight on the work of Terry Adkins and Donald Judd.
Coral Springs Center For The Arts Promises a Wow-Wow-Wow March With Four Spectacular Performances
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
The Coral Springs Center for the Arts embraces Spring with four audience-wowing performances in March.
Palm Beach Dramaworks Announces 2018 – 2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
Palm Beach Dramaworks Producing Artistic Director William Hayes announced today that the 2018 - 2019 season will be comprised of three twenty-first century works, including a world premiere and a musical, and two contemporary classics from the latter part of the twentieth century.
Jill and Rich Switzer To Present THE SUPPER CLUB RADIO HOUR In The Rrazz Room
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
"If nominations for the first couple of Palm Beach County music were held, vocalist Jill Switzer and multi-instrumentalist Rich Switzer would be near the top of the list of candidates," according to Florida Weekly.
Jan McArt Presents WIDOW ON THE LOOSE
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
Is it acceptable for a married woman to make love to a preacher, a car salesman and a mysterious hotel guest who keeps changing his identity? And, if a bellman has an affair with a guest, is it reasonable to still expect a tip?
BWW Review: GARLAND IN WORD AND SONG at Black Box Booking
by John Lariviere - February 04, 2018
The setting is April 23, 1961, when a 38-year-old Judy Garland performed at Carnegie Hall in what the New York Times called 'the concert of the century.' Her Carnegie Hall appearance marked a huge comeback for the star. The live recording Judy at Carnegie Hall received five Grammy Awards and went Gold within a year. When Judy stepped out onto the stage at Carnegie Hall that night, the raucous standing ovation that greeted her was just the start of what has been called "the greatest night in show business history." Award-winning actress/singer Jody Briskey channels Judy Garland as she recreates that special night in Garland in Word and Song.
BWW Review: ON GOLDEN POND at PALM BEACH DRAMAWORKS
by John Lariviere - February 04, 2018
When playwright Ernest Thompson was growing up, he and his family summered at a lakefront cabin in Maine. That special place was the inspiration for On Golden Pond, his lots extraordinarily popular, bittersweet play about love and aging, recrimination and reconciliation.
Photo Coverage: Steve Tyrell Presented With Legends Radio Award by Dick Robinson
by Stephen Sorokoff - February 04, 2018
It takes one to know one and radio Legend Dick Robinson, a hero to all who love the Great American Songbook presented  another legend, Steve Tyrell, a true icon of the music world with the prestigious Legends Award at the Essey Campus Theatre at Palm Beach State College last night. It was Legends Radio's 4th Birthday Celebration and radio hosts Jill & Rich Switzer, Walt Pinto, Lorna O'Connell, and Mike McGann were also heard 'live' in the Essey Theatre, which was filled with listeners of Legends 100.3FM. 
ZANNA, DON'T! Extends Through February 18 At Island City Stage
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2018
Island City Stage's hit musical 'Zanna Don't' has been extended through Feb. 18. The additional performances will be Thursday-Saturday at 8:00 and Sunday at 7:00pm.

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