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Mauritius at New Theatre

Through May 24th, 2009.  Theresa Rebeck’s Mauritius, a Broadway Hit which made its Southeastern Premiere at New Theatre on April 16th, has been extended by popular demand through May 24th, 2009. According to the Miami Herald, “Director Ricky J. Martinez has assembled a powerhouse cast and exploited both the energy and tension in Rebeck’s script.”

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Karen Peterson and Dancers Spring Concerts

May 1st through 3rd, 2009.  South Florida’s own groundbreaking mixed-ability company, Karen Peterson and Dancers, present the world premiere of their new video dance fusion work, Mano a Mano, along with the popular piece Future Memories, at their Friday through Sunday, May 1st through 3rd, 2009 spring concerts. The concerts take place at the company’s South Dade Excello Dance Space, with Friday … +

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Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami

Carmen. Mar 28th and 29th, 2009. 8:00 and 5:00 p.m.  The Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami with Artistic Directors Pedro Pablo Peña and Magaly Suárez, present Carmen. The Premiere of Carmen by renowned Cuban choreographer Alberto Alonso was originally created for the great Prima Ballerina Absoluta Maya Plisetskaya formerly of the Bolshoi Ballet Moscow.

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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Arsht Center. From Apr 16th through 19th, 2009.   Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County co-presents Alvin Ailey® American Dance Theater’s 50th Anniversary celebration during their historic visit to the Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House from April 16th through 19th, 2009. The world-renowned dance company has embarked on a 50-city global tour to share with audiences the beauty, power, … +

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The Women’s Theater Project
By Manuela Gabaldon

It is no secret that a woman’s place in our society is constantly evolving through the efforts of strong and relentless pioneers. This evolution may not always be a fast and obvious improvement, but nonetheless, it is an evolution. Women’s suffrage, the civil rights movement, and the progress of the working-woman are prevalent in the discussion of women’s issues of yesterday, today, … +

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Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida

World Premiere of The Fairy Doll. Mar 7th through 15th, 2009.  Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida has been waiting to present this production of a ballet in two acts since 2007. Artistic Director and Choreographer, Vladimir Issaev, has been working on the idea of recreating and reviving this ballet for already two years.

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The Enlightened Body
By Dinorah Perez Rementeria

An inherent feature of our existence, light is a source of energy, power, wisdom and grace. As we move from one point to another, we constantly emit gentle, imperceptible light signals that attract similar vibrations. Some people – like dancers, actors, martial arts practitioners, among others – can transform that natural inner light in a compelling creative energy by training their bodies … +

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Marie Chouinard Dance Company

Mar 13th and 14th, 2009. 8:30 p.m.  Marie Chouinard is a choreographer who cannot be mistaken for anyone else. Her Montreal-based company has received worldwide acclaim for its angular, startling and moving dance works. The weekend of March 13th and 14th they make a return to Miami Beach's Colony Theatre with two outstanding pieces that showcase Chouinard's unique and distinctive style.

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Liberty City

Arsht Center. From Feb 18th through Mar 1st, 2009.  The Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is presenting the play Liberty City at the Carnival Studio Theater from February 18th through March 1st, 2008. Laugh-out-loud funny, yet as gritty and thought provoking as the neighborhood that inspired it, Liberty City is a "definitive example of the solo show, " according to the … +

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New Theatre

From Jan 15th through May 17th, 2009.  New Theatre’s final three plays of the 2008-2009 “Nouveau Classic Season” commences after the first of the year, with the world premiere of Kissing by Robert Caisley, running January 15th through February 15, 2008. Things heat up in this quirky romantic comedy and lives spin out-of-control during an office softball game. When an illicit kiss between … +

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GableStage

Shakespeare’s Macbeth. December 19th and 20th, 2008.  GableStage is proud to announce two free performances of Shakespeare’s Macbeth. This one-hour version has toured Miami-Dade County High Schools and Middle Schools for the past several weeks. It is adapted and directed by Mad Cat Theatre Company Artistic Director Paul Tei and features three of South Florida’s leading actors – Erik Fabregat, Deborah Sherman … +

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Miami Light Project

Knight Foundation Arts Partnership Grant. December 2008.  Miami Light Project was awarded a $200,000 Knight Foundation Arts Partnership Grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, as one of the 31 inaugural grant recipients of the$40 million effort to transform the South Florida arts.

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Mosaic Theatre

Seafarer.  From Nov 20th through Dec 14th, 2008.  The Seafarer is a chilling new play about the sea, Ireland, and the power of myth. It’s Christmas Eve and Sharky has returned to Dublin to look after his irascible, aging brother who’s recently gone blind. Old drinking buddies Ivan and Nicky are holed up at the house too, hoping to play some cards. … +

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Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida

The Nutcracker. December 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, 2008.  There’s nothing like the Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida’s The Nutcracker to start enjoying the christmas spirit. The company will present two shows at the Julius Littman North Miami Beach Performing Arts Theater and the following week at the Parker Playhouse in Broward.

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New World School of the Arts

Thoroughly Modern Millie. From Dec 5th through 14th, 2008.  Tony Award-winning musical Thoroughly Modern Millie, by Richard Morris and Dick Scanlan will be produced by New World School of the Arts’ music theater program to start the Holiday season. Directed by guest artist Kim St. Leon, Choreographed by guest artist Karin Bejerano with musical direction by Jeff Hess, from the NWSA Theater … +

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UM's Jerry Herman Ring Theatre

Winter's Tale. From Nov 12th through Nov 22nd, 2008.   Jealousy, rage, intrigue, love, revenge and comic mishaps abound in one of Shakespeare’s most intriguingly plotted plays, now showing at the University of Miami Jerry Herman Ring Theatre located at 1312 Miller Drive on the University of Miami’s Coral Gables campus.

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Waterfront Playhouse

The Red Head Dilemma. Nov 15th, 22nd and 28th, 2008.  The Waterfront Playhouse presents The Red Head Dilemma, an interactive children’s musical for ages 6 to 12 that has been created by the Key West Children’s Theatre Company. The Red Head Dilemma plays Saturday mornings at 11:00 a.m., on November 15th, 22nd and 29th, 2008.

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New Theatre

The Gates of Choice. From Nov 13th through Dec 14th, 2008.  New Theatre continues with its second World Premiere of the season with Michelle Rosenfarb’s coming of age drama, The Gates of Choice making its World debut on November 13th, 2008.  Set in Israel’s ultra orthodox quarter of Mea Shearim, a Hasidic young woman facing an arranged marriage finds refuge and answers … +

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Free Fun for Families at the Arsht Center

From Nov 2008 through May 2009.  The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is offering a new opportunity every month for the entire community to enjoy a free and fun family experience at the Center. Family Fest will take place on the first Saturday of each month from November, 2008 through May, 2009, and features interactive activities for … +