Art Centers

Hushed Writing is a book that cannot be read in the conventional way: only a graphic interpretation is possible. The project is made entirely from materials found on the beach. Using them, Pepe Gimeno has created approximations of different forms of writing, ancient hieroglyphics, binary alphabets and a number of­­­ other motifs, managing to convert fragments of stone, sticks, plastic bottle tops, … +

Geometry in Motion by Brazilian artist Heloisa Botelho brings charcoal drawings and collages. In this new series, inspired by Copacabana in her hometown of Rio, the artist introduces imagery and shapes including circles, an influence of the Art Deco architecture that abounds in her new city. These geometric shapes are not exact as a result of this technique. Precision is lost in … +

Mindy Solomon Gallery presents Geandy Pavón: Political Fold and José Manuel Mesías: About the Absolute Truth. The dynamic juxtaposition of these two artists together in Miami for the first time will explore the deconstruction of literary realism and rational thought. Geandy Pavón presents a series of works in which he uses archival photographic material that he wrinkles, cut, or fold to be … +

As a part of International Hispanic Theater Festival (IHTF) 2016, I Won’t Bring Forth Children, but Poems presents six singing actors exploring the life of Delmira Agustini, the first Latin American poet to write erotic poems, who was murdered by her ex-husband in 1914. The work fuses songs and short film to narrate the story where the flesh and its weaknesses occupy … +

A live recreation of one of the greatest pop/rock albums ever made “Money”, “Breath”, “On the Run”, and “Time”. Classic Albums Live takes classic albums from the 60s and 70s and performs those albums live on stage note for note, cut for cut. Using the world’s best musicians, fans are treated to an exact replication of the album followed by a seconds … +

Black Violin is a blend of classical, hip-hop, rock, R&B, and bluegrass music.Classically trained, Wil Baptiste (viola) and KevMarcus (violin) are a string duo from Florida with equal footing in the world of hip-hop. Accompanied by ace turntable whiz DJ SPS and their drummer, Black Violin’s groundbreaking collaboration has seen them play for everybody from the troops in Iraq to President Barack … +

The Festival’s artistic director and celebrated pianist Marina Radiushina is joined by Israeli soprano sensation Chen Reiss and a chamber ensemble of musicians from the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Miami City Ballet’s dancers and choreographer Adriana Pierce. The program will include MOZART: A selection of Arias and Timeless Rose, a selection of works by Pärt, Rimsky-Korsakov, Mansell, Purcell, Shostakovich, Puccini and Saint-Saëns. … +

Microtheater y Olé will present 7 short Original plays, for an audience of 15 members only offering 6 showing per night. La candida Erendira y su abuela desalmada; Yo mate al flamenco; Me teme España and others will be among the plays. Featuring directors such as Anselmo Sias; Leopoldo Morales; Luis Acosta; Juan Carlos Lérida; Silvia de Esteban and Legna Rodriguez. Authors … +

MISO welcomes back the stunningly beautiful virtuoso pianist Lola Astanova, performing Mozart’s first piano concerto ever written in a minor key. The South Florida premiere of Lefrak’s “Nothing Left” and Sibelius’ epic Fifth Symphony culminate a heroic, optimistic conclusion to MISO’s 2015/2016 season. Eduardo Marturet as conductor. Knight Concert Hall The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, … +

NPR’s From the Top presents Sounds and Stories, a unique musical event aimed at celebrating the arts in Miami’s schools. Using the power of music to showcase the assets of a diverse community, this performance will present 200 of Miami’s talented elementary through high school students in a rich tapestry of performances and stories. Four alumni of From the Top’s radio and … +

Recent paintings, drawings, sculpture, and video works by artist Nereida Garcia reveal her intuitive approach to materials and subject. Raw materials such as paper, canvas, cardboard, leaves, digital imagery, archival films, and discarded wood are transformed into new visitations of figures in space. Each of the works are expressions of the artist’s desire to draw the viewer closer, to become engaged. Nereida … +

Comprising of small watercolor studies, Michael Williams transforms singular expressions into a communal dialogue.The use of light and the implication of line it creates has always been an essential part of Williams’ work. Combined with the delicacy of watercolor, it creates an intimacy and acts to further enhance the audience’s role in the interpretation of the work’s narrative. ArtCenter/South Florida 924 Lincoln … +

Mother’s Day Jazz in the Bay will present Jazz Vocalist Kevin Mahogany, Bobby Watson All-Star Quartet and Curtis Lundy, and the Richmond Heights Middle School Jazz Band for this one time only event celebrating Mother’s Day. Bobby Watson is a saxophonist, composer, arranger and educator, he grew up in Kansas City, and trained formally at the University of Miami. Curtis Lundy is … +

Piano Slam on its 8th edition brings the 16 finalists from 2,000 students who enter into the Piano Slam poetry contest. These 16 finalists summon their courage in stepping before the public to share their imagination and their emotions. Piano Slam 8 also includes the participation of Maarten Van Veen, a true veteran of Piano Slam who designed the music concept for … +

The Hammer Trinity is a 3-plays-in-1-day epic theater experience, featuring over 20 actors, a 16-foot dragon, brilliant puppetry, model ships, stage combat and more. Written by Nathan Allen & Chris Mathews and Directed by Nathan Allen. The Hammer Trinity tells the story of young Casper Kent, who discovers he is the rightful heir to the Crown, recovers the lost Hammer, and defends … +

One of the greatest jazz vocalists to emerge in years, Cécile McLorin Salvant thrills audiences with a rich, velvety voice that is both smoky and crystalline. Known for her blues-infused vocals, she sings in the jazz style the‘20s and ‘30s. She was winner in four categories in the 2014 Annual Downbeat International Critics Poll including Jazz Album of the Year for WomanChild, … +

Musical director and conductor Keith Levenson and The Curtain Up Orchestra celebrate Broadway’s Best! Featuring hits from: Gypsy, 42nd Street, Damn Yankees, Kiss Me Kate, Guys and Dolls, Annie Get Your Gun, West Side Story, and On The Town. The Great White Way was a magnificent platform for a staggering number of hit songs during the Big Band Era. Popularized by stars … +

Miami City Ballet 30th Anniversary Season culminates with an unprecedented reimagining of George Balanchine’s magical full-evening ballet: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Balanchine’s classic choreography is the vehicle for Shakespeare’s timeless tale of love, magic and illusion, with music by Felix Mendelssohn, including the famous Wedding March. The performances by a cast that includes 24 children and six vocalists, magical new sets and … +

GlobalFEST On The Road brings Creole Carnival, with a fusion of sounds from the Caribbean and Americas, and revolving around Carnival. From Brazil (Casuarina) to Haiti (Emeline Michel) and Jamaica (Brushy One String), each country has its own rich traditions for music, dancing and cutting loose. Back Yard Concert Lawn & Plaza Appropriate for all ages Lawn chairs and blankets welcome https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyZYPOfRv6I … +

The Tony Award-winning musical Passion, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Co-presented with Zoetic Stage tells the unlikely love story of a handsome soldier and the lonely, ailing woman who will stop at nothing to win his heart. Set in 19th century war-torn Italy, the rapturous Passion is one of Sondheim’s most powerful and personal works. Wondrously complex and based on … +

The Philadelphia Orchestra one of the preeminent orchestras in the world with Yannick Nézet-Séguin as music director and Stéphane Denève as principal guest conductor will play Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet where the music evokes the beauty and tragedy of Shakespeare’s famous star-crossed lovers. The program also includes Mendelssohn’s Incidental Music to A Midsummer Night’s Dream, originally composed for Shakespeare’s delightful romp about … +