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RIVERWALK ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT ANNUAL GUIDE 2009 / 2010

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32 WELCOME Riverwalk A&E | 10 Greater Fort Lauderdale CVB | 12 Broward Cultural Division | 14 FEATURES Destination Culture | 18 Discover more about the organizations that founded the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District.

Super City | 20 Fort Lauderdale takes center stage during pro football’s biggest twoweek period.

Dining After Dark | 24 Looking for late-night bites? Exceptional eateries await your arrival after the show.

Big Time | 26

Shall We Dance? | 30

The perfect watch at any size is essential for staying fashionably on schedule.

The annual Flamenco in the Sun festival gives visitors a delicious taste of Spain.

Memory Makers | 28

Biting Satire | 32

Concierges at the area’s finest hotels stand ready to serve any guest request.

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GETTING AROUND Transportation | 74 What you need to know about the Riverwalk District.

DISTRICT DIRECTORY Compendium | 76 Arts, entertainment, shops, restaurants, hotels and more.

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Bring art to life. ANNUAL GUIDE 2009 / 2010 RIVERWALK ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT CONSORTIUM Project Manager Carmen Ackerman Consortium Partners Broward Center for the Performing Arts Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale Florida Grand Opera Fort Lauderdale History Center Historical Stranahan House Museum

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We are delighted to welcome you to the 2009-10 edition of the annual Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment Guide. Winding along the banks of Fort Lauderdale’s historic New River, the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District has something for everyone. And the season ahead will exceed your expectations. Filled with exciting entertainment options—from the international artists presented by the Florida Grand Opera, to Tony Award-winning musicals in the Broadway series, to blockbuster collections featured at the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale—the area serves the culturally curious adventurer well. World-renowned for sunny weather, sandy beaches and international boating, Fort Lauderdale has matured into an international melting pot with a diverse cultural landscape. The region’s selection of art, entertainment and historic heritage attractions—which we invite you to explore—infuses life into this vibrant community. Each year, this guide offers a comprehensive look at our destination, giving valuable insight into the rich array of artistic and cultural offerings, world-class dining and hotel accommodations, and upscale shopping in Greater Fort Lauderdale. Turn the page and discover for yourself the sights, sounds, flavors and history of this dynamic district as you enjoy the endless experiences available to you all year ’round. Enjoy our destination. We look forward to welcoming you back time and again!

The Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment Guide is produced by the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment Consortium through a funding partnership between the Performing Arts Center Authority, Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale, Florida Grand Opera, and Fort Lauderdale Histo-

On behalf of the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment Consortium,

ry Center. It is supported by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and the Greater Fort Lau-

Kelley Shanley President and CEO, Broward Center for the Performing Arts Partner, Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment Consortium

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derdale Convention and Visitors Bureau. In addition to any and all grant funding, 100% of all net proceeds of this Guide directly support the arts in Broward County.

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We are delighted to welcome you to the energy, ease, and warmth of Greater Fort Lauderdale, where you’ll find a relaxing vibe. We invite you to unwind, recharge and immerse yourself in this beach-chic “haute” spot where casual meets sophisticated and where endless experiences are waiting to be discovered. Stroll along 23 miles of Blue Wave-certified, palm-fringed beaches. Dive through colorful coral reefs. Cruise along 300 miles of winding waterways in the Venice of America. Indulge in year-round waterfront dining, top-rated shopping and a hopping nightlife. Beyond the beach, you’ll find a vibrant cultural community with a variety of shows, festivals and exhibitions from world-class talents and local creatives. A delectable menu of choices is sure to please your cultural appetite, with a year-round calendar at your disposal. We are proud to partner with the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District’s annual guide, the perfect way to start loving every explorable, memorable, poetic, exotic, movin’, groovin’, offbeat, top-ranked, flavorful and colorful moment of it. Everything in life will seem a little brighter once you return. Sunny regards, Nicki E. Grossman President

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Today, the Broward County arts and culture industry finds itself at the center of a “perfect economic storm.” In the midst of challenging economic times, the creative industries of Broward County have continued an upward trend, with a 21 percent increase in 2009, and a new vision for the future of arts and culture is being born—in a 2020 Community Cultural Plan. Some say that seeds are best planted in fallow land—land left for a while to rest and re-energize—and this may be that time for many in this global economy. Naturally, the arts have not been spared, resulting in reduced funding and contributions from earned income, corporations, individuals, foundations and all levels of government. The vision, however, is strong and the torch continues with works of public art coming to fruition and an economic recovery stimulus package awarded to the county’s Cultural Division for use by cultural organizations to save jobs. Indeed, these are not resting times. Time and time again, studies show that arts-centric businesses are the fastest growing segment of the nation’s economy and include museums and collections; performing arts; visual arts/photography; film, radio and TV; design and publishing; and art schools and services. Currently, Broward County has more than 5,500 arts-related businesses and 21,000 employees within these businesses and ranks fourth in number of artists in the workforce nationwide. The county’s nonprofit sector generates $153.95 million in local economic activity and supports 4,258 full-time nonprofit jobs. Nonprofits spend $66.65 million in labor, wages, supplies and services, and this generates $84.56 million in local resident household income and delivers $14.64 million in local and state government revenue. Recent research also shows that creative-based jobs are going to be the jobs of the future, so although we may be in a financial crunch now, it is vital to continue planning the long-term vision for our creative sector. Taking stock and regrouping while designing a vision for the future is a dynamite combination— prudence and hope wrapped into a creative seed. The 2020 Community Cultural Plan will be the community’s cultural blueprint for the next 10 years. This strategic plan will embrace our diverse population throughout three component plans focused on the creative economy, cultural tourism, and public art and design. The Plan will provide a comprehensive needs assessment, vision, drafts of legislation, policy framework, recommendations, strategies, funding requirements, viable funding sources, evaluation instruments and benchmarks. The planning process will be assisted by hundreds of volunteers in the community, with the steering committee chaired by BankAtlantic President Jarett Levan. Emerging themes presented in committee include public funding, diversity, leadership development, audience development and marketing, stability of arts organizations, collaborations among cultural institutions, and the structure of the Broward Cultural Division. The arts and culture industry is gearing itself toward a bright future with leadership vision and sterling artistry. It is a great time to be a part of this community. Mary A. Becht Director

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Its reputation as a seasonal “sun and sand” destination only begins to define contemporary Fort Lauderdale. With an extensive mix of year-round entertainment options—music, art, drama, dance, history and more—as well as galleries, shopping and fine dining, today’s Fort Lauderdale is a international destination for anyone seeking a uniquely refined cultural experience. Many of the area’s top arts and entertainment organizations are clustered along the scenic New River in the downtown city center, creating a vibrant destination known officially as the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District. You’ll find it rich in attractions that will keep you busy from morning to night, including these five institutions that help define the District.

Broward Center for the Performing Arts Set against the tropical backdrop of the New River, with a commanding view of downtown Fort Lauderdale, the Broward Center is home to 700 events annually and the anchor of the Riverwalk A&E District. From classical to jazz, pop favorites to grand opera, and the best of Broadway, there’s something for everyone. It is consistently ranked among the top 10 venues in worldwide ticket sales. The Center is a leader in developing educational arts integration programs and fostering alliances that build strong communities. The Center also manages Parker Playhouse, Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center at Nova Southeastern University and Miramar Cultural Center/Arts Park. 201 S.W. Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale browardcenter.org | 954-462-0222

Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale Under the auspices of Nova Southeastern University, the Museum is one of Florida’s most important cultural showcases. This striking facility, located in the heart of the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, specializes in exhibitions that draw crowds from around the globe. As a center for gatherings, the Museum Café is an ideal spot to enjoy Illy coffee or a glass of wine after exploring a new exhibition. In addition, the Museum’s Studio School offers 10-week art courses for adults and students. Classes in painting, drawing, design, art history, and musical theatre are all taught by professional artists. Complimentary general admission is available on the third Thursday of every month. 1 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale moafl.org | 954-525-5500 18

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Florida Grand Opera Celebrating its 69th season of presenting world-class performances, Florida Grand Opera is one of the state’s leading companies, producing classic repertoire rich in romance, drama and adventure as well as lesser-known works from the great composers. Its operatic legacy thrives in its Young Artist Studio, a residency for talented young singers. Internationally recognized as a top training program, the Studio selects eight professional singers, from hundreds who apply each year, who serve as ambassadors of opera and the “face” of Florida Grand Opera in the community. 221 S.W. Third Ave., Fort Lauderdale fgo.org | 954-728-9700

Fort Lauderdale History Center Go back in time at the Fort Lauderdale History Center, which brings history to life and preserves it for the enrichment of present and future generations. Located on the New River, its four historic buildings include The New River Inn (1905), The Philemon Bryan House (1905), The Acetylene Building (1905), and The King-Cromartie House Museum (1907). The site includes a replica of Broward County’s first schoolhouse and the Hoch Heritage Center, a research library featuring historic photographs and extensive material on Fort Lauderdale. Exhibits are offered throughout the year. Experience life as it was a century ago. 219 S.W. Second Ave., Fort Lauderdale oldfortlauderdale.org | 954-463-4431

Historic Stranahan House Museum Built in 1901 by Frank Stranahan (the “Father of Fort Lauderdale”) and wife Ivy (the city’s first school teacher), Stranahan House was the epicenter of the area’s activity. Initially designed as a trading post for Seminole Indians, it also served as a community center, post office and bank for local businessmen. Though originally the largest house on the New River, it’s now dwarfed by development along its banks, but has been preserved as a charming museum. Tours offer a glimpse into Florida’s pioneer life and are supplemented by memorable seasonal events such as “Ghost Tours” in October and the Victorian Christmas evenings that take you back in time. 335 S.E. Sixth Ave., Fort Lauderdale stranahanhouse.org | 954-524-4736 www.RiverwalkAE.com | Riverwalk A&E: The Arts & Entertainment District in Downtown Fort Lauderdale

SUPERCITY Fort Lauderdale takes center stage for pro football’s biggest game of the year and many of the events leading up to it. BY JASON DAVIS

SUPER HISTORY 2010 MARKS THE RECORDSETTING 10TH TIME FOR A SUPER BOWL TO BE HELD IN SOUTH FLORIDA. (NEW ORLEANS IS NEXT, WITH NINE.) HERE’S A LOOK AT THE PREVIOUS GAMES.

If there ever were a perfect example of truth in labeling, it is this: The organizers of the biggest two-week period in professional football call themselves the “South Florida Super Bowl XLIV Host Committee.” Look at the logo they’ve created for the occasion— right there, underneath the big, chunky Roman numerals. See? Not Miami, but South Florida. It’s an important distinction that exceeds geographic boundaries. It is a clear, deliberate statement that the big game, and all that surrounds it, belongs to the entire region. Though the game itself is Miami’s domain—because that’s where the stadium is, Land Shark Stadium, home of the National Football League’s Miami Dolphins—just about every other significant aspect of the Super Bowl belongs to Fort Lauderdale, with the Riverwalk A&E District an obvious gathering point for football fans and party lovers alike. It is the home for the NFL’s traveling headquarters, with every high-ranking league official, from Commissioner Roger Goodell on down, holding court. It is the home for the international media center, with some 3,500 reporters from around the world filing daily stories with FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., datelines. It is the home for the players, lodging in officially designated luxury hotels near and along Fort Lauderdale Beach. It is the home for league-sanctioned ancillary events, including one of the biggest charity events of the year. It is, in short, the home for everything that makes the Super Bowl, well ... the Super Bowl. And it’s a chance for all of South Florida to shine, says

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Final Score: Green Bay Packers 33, Oakland Raiders 14

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Final Score: Baltimore Colts 16, Dallas Cowboys 13

MVP: Bart Starr

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Rodney Barreto, chairman of the host committee. “There’s a reason why South Florida hosts so many huge events attracting people from around the world. Besides our brilliant weather and beautiful scenery, no community is as unique and diverse as ours,” says Barreto, who also served as host committee chairman in 2007, when South Florida last hosted a Super Bowl. “This is an amazing opportunity for us to show the world that South Florida is not only one of the world’s finest communities, but it’s the premiere Super Bowl destination. Not just for this year, but for years to come.” More than just the promise of a great football game, the Super Bowl has an impact in ways that other sports events simply don’t. Besides the nightly celebrity-studded parties that captivate residents and visitors alike—the 2007 Super Bowl in South Florida was the most lavish to date, with spending on parties and other activities estimated at $195 million by PricewaterhouseCoopers—hosting a Super Bowl leaves a legacy in the community, the effects not seen until well after the final gun. Economic Impact: Leading up to the game, officials projected more than 150,000 visitors to the area, cumulatively pumping $350 million or more directly into the cash registers of hotels, restaurants, retailers, entertainment venues and other businesses. And with the addition of the Pro Bowl—the NFL’s annual all-star game—at Land Shark Stadium on the Sunday before the Super Bowl for the first

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time, the Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention and Visitors Bureau estimated another $100 million for the region, adding that it’s difficult to predict a figure because the Pro Bowl had been held in Honolulu since 1980. (In December 2008, the NFL announced that the game would alternate between Hawaii and the mainland going forward.) “This is the perfect time for our economy to have the Super Bowl,” says Nicki E. Grossman, the CVB’s president and a member of the host committee. “It’s a trough for local small businesses to feed so they can participate in the victory of having the Super Bowl in town.” Community Service: In an effort to directly and positively influence youth in indigent neighborhoods, the league in 1993 established its Youth Education Towns—educational and recreational centers constructed in Super Bowl cities to serve as a lasting benefit of hosting the game. For 2010, the NFL has committed $500,000 toward funding the YET Center at Fort Lauderdale’s Lester H. White Boys and Girls Club, which was built when South Florida hosted the 1999 Super Bowl. YET Centers are designed to meet community needs, providing educational assistance, job training, technical training, life-skills development, and recreational outlets with such facilities as libraries, classrooms, technology laboratories, physical fitness centers and recreation fields. Charity: “Taste of the NFL” was born at the 1992

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SUPERCITY

THOUGH THE SUPER BOWL AND THE PRO BOWL WILL BE PLAYED AT LAND SHARK STADIUM, THIS IS FORT LAUDERDALE’S MOMENT IN THE SPOTLIGHT, TOO, WITH THE TEAM HOTELS, LEAGUE HEADQUARTERS AND MAJOR EVENTS PLANNED HERE.

Super Bowl in Minneapolis, with one top chef from each NFL city serving up their specialties alongside an alumni player from each team in a food-tasting extravaganza to raise money for local and national hunger organizations. It’s considered one of the league’s premier events, staged on the eve of the Super Bowl, with nearly $7 million raised. The league designated the Broward County Convention Center as the site for the 2010 edition, with ticket prices starting at $500. Allen Susser, of Chef Allen’s in Aventura, and Earl Morrall, who quarterbacked the Dolphins to an unbeaten season in 1972, represent South Florida. To be sure, there are other events with impact—details often aren’t finalized until the last minute—associated with the Super Bowl, but chief among all of them is the game itself, played by the NFL’s top two teams after a 16-game regular season and three rounds of playoffs The worldwide atten-

tion a host community receives is unsurpassed; the 2009 Super Bowl in Tampa was the most-watched program in American TV history, with 151.6 million U.S. viewers, according to Nielsen Media Research, and was broadcast to 230 countries in 34 languages. And while residents of a host city are encouraged to snap up as many tickets as possible for the preliminary events, the reality is that tickets to the Super Bowl itself are nearly impossible to obtain. According to the NFL, nearly 75 percent of the tickets are distributed to the league’s 32 teams—the host team gets 5 percent of the allotment for use or sale—with the remaining 25 percent going to the league, corporate sponsors, media, charities and the host committee. But take heart—veteran Super Bowl observers will tell you the best seat in the house for the big game is the best seat in your house, or perhaps a sports bar, with other football fans. Watching it on television means you can see replays, get sideline analysis and enjoy the often-entertaining commercials. Besides, after two weeks of parties and special events in Fort Lauderdale leading up to Super Bowl Sunday, you’ll probably enjoy spending a little time on a couch or a bar stool, anyway.

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BY LYNN ARCHWOOD FISH DISHES ARE ALWAYS POPULAR FOR THE LATE-NIGHT CROWD, WHETHER SEATED DOCKSIDE OR AT A CHIC INDOOR SPOT SUCH AS STEAK 954 (ABOVE, BOTTOM RIGHT).

Late-night food lovers, we have good news. It’s time to eat, drink and be merry. It goes without saying that a great meal is an essential part of any great night on the town, whether you’re going to a concert, a theater performance, a museum exhibit or something else. But maybe you’ve been working under the impression that dining after dark goes straight to the waistline, so you cut back once the sun goes down. Relax. It’s just a myth. Independent studies released during the summer of 2009 by Johns Hopkins University and Oregon Health and Science University showed no actual difference between day and night when it comes to the pleasures of the table. Science is squarely on your side, so feel free to go ahead and sample everything Fort Lauderdale’s best restaurants have to offer. The only real issue you might have to address now is, where do you want to go? Fortunately, restaurants in the Riverwalk A&E District and those nearby offer

what seems to be an unlimited number of options for exceptional late-night dining. Variety is one of the hallmarks of Truluck’s, located at Fort Lauderdale’s upscale Galleria shopping center. The restaurant is known for its wide array of seafood dishes as well as a vast wine list. “There really are no set rules,” says general manager Scott Gardiner when asked about the types of dishes guests frequently seek once the evening is in full roar. “You’re just as likely to see someone ordering the king crab or our Naked Fish,” a simple, grilled catch in a lemon-garlic-butter sauce. Other favorites include East and West coast oysters, crab claws, calamari, Hawaiian wahoo, halibut and blackened grouper. Carnivores, meanwhile, relish the juicy steak Oscar and Niman Ranch sirloin. Likewise, Shooters Waterfront Café enjoys a reputation as a must-do for indoor/outdoor dining and live entertainment. Its position overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway makes it an attractive destination for post-theater crowds looking for a casual bite to eat

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and something to drink before calling it a night. Late-arriving crowds overwhelmingly seek lighter fare, says Lauren Davila, a manager at the restaurant. “Dishes such as peel-and-eat shrimp and appetizers always are popular,” she says, adding that burgers and pasta dishes also have their share of fans. For nearly 30 years, 15th Street Fisheries at Lauderdale Marina has given guests a dock house environment and tried-and-true tastes. It’s an excellent place to relax while watching boats pass by. Each level of the two-story restaurant has its own menu. Downstairs, moderately priced standards such as clams, oysters and sandwiches lead the way. Upstairs is more refined, with a panoramic view and elegant seafood dishes. Also on the waterfront, celebrity chef Todd English’s da Campo Osteria is still generating a buzz more than a year after its November 2008 overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. The menu features a range of inventive Italian dishes that emphasize Tuscan cuisine from a wood-burning oven. And speaking of restaurants with a pedigree, the sizzling Steak 954 is the first South Florida venture for Stephen Starr, the man behind Buddakan and Morimoto in Philadelphia and New York City, who appropriately compares dining out to “attending a theater production, where the players, props, backdrops, lighting and rapport are integral components of an overall dramatic effect.” Such flair seems naturally conducive to a post-entertainment crowd. Oys-

ters, seafood-coconut ceviche, tuna and Kobe beef sliders appeal to those seeking something light. Meantime, Trina Restaurant and Lounge allows guests to embark upon a tantalizing journey of the Mediterranean with the flavors of southern Europe, northern Africa and the Middle East. Executive chef Farid Oualidi’s menu seems to be designed with latenight bites in mind, featuring such favorites as bouillabaise, lobster and scallop risotto, sea bass and imaginative brick-oven flatbreads. Looking for something even later? Shula’s on the Beach has one of the latest dinner menus around, serving until 11 p.m. daily, and a bar offering libations until midnight (1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays). It’s part of the Shula’s family of steakhouses and is revered for its exceptional beef selections, including the fashionable Steak Mary Ann. But what if you’re not part of the dine-late crowd? A number of restaurants have recognized the demand and have created pre-theater, prix fixe menus. One of the more popular ones is at The Grill Room on Las Olas. The restaurant offers sophisticated ambiance, attentive service and an extensive wine list, along with a “Pre-Theater Menu” offered seasonally. The three-course dinners feature soup, salad or appetizer, a choice of entrees, and dessert. When you’re on the town for an evening’s entertainment, food and drink are always a must. To that, we say, enjoy ... no matter what time it is.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT, ESTABLISHMENTS SUCH AS SHOOTERS WATERFRONT CAFE, TRINA RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE, AND THE GRILL ROOM ON LAS OLAS OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERY PALATE.

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BIG TIME THE PERFECT WATCH—AT ANY SIZE—IS ESSENTIAL FOR STAYING FASHIONABLY ON SCHEDULE FOR ANY EVENT.

BY BEN SCHILLING

Watches hold a special place in the fashion world. Nothing else simultaneously serves the seemingly contradictory roles of “usefulness” and “bling” the way a timepiece does. Luxury brand names remain the gold standard for watches, even as styles and tastes change over time. That’s due in large part to the leading makers’ commitment to the precision mechanics of their timepieces—a concern that equals or surpasses physical aesthetics, experts say. The most coveted watches are prized because they work and look great for that night on the town. Oversized watches—the kind that you might have trouble hiding underneath a sleeve—are still very much in vogue, according to an informal survey of area jewelers. Manufacturers are happily producing so-called “big bang” watches for eager shoppers these days; men’s watch heads, for example, routinely exceed 40 millimeters (approximately 2 inches). This has been the case for at least five years, says Ed That’s no surprise to Robin Levinson, owner of Levinson JewDikes, owner of Weston Jewelers on Main Street, and he has a suspicion why. “The Baby Boomer genera- elers on Las Olas Boulevard, who confirms the ongoing trend totion is getting older, so companies are making bigger ward “big.” But, she adds, it may not work for everyone. “We try to watches so people can read them without their glass- place the right watch with the right person,” she says. “The visual aspect, of course, has to match the individual, but it’s also impores,” he says with a slight chuckle. Dikes says Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin, tant to find out what they’re about and what their criteria are.” Brands such as Panarai, Jaeger-LeCoutre, Franck Muller, Bulgari, IWC, Hublot and Breitling are popular brands for his clients, and he is seeing a move away from heavy, diamond- TW Steel are mainstays, Levinson says, adding that her clients gladly laden watches and toward the “simple, understated buy more expensive timepieces—even splurging on limited-edition items—because they know the quality is an excellent investment. elegance” of tourbillon-based timepieces, with perhaps Along those lines, Patrick Daoud, owner of Daoud’s Fine Jewone exception: pro athletes, who are “somewhat more elry on Sunrise Boulevard, says collectors are getting creative when outgoing” and still prefer something “kind of blingy.” it comes to obtaining their next timepieces—pre-owned watches are big business. “Value is where it’s at,” he says, and classic brands such as Cartier, Rolex and Patek Philippe have constant demand at every price point. So what does a watch say about its owner? “I’m not sure you can make that kind of a call,” Daoud says. “The watch you wear depends on the application. Rolex has a ‘sporty’ look, but you might want something else to go to the theater.” Watch aficionados who visit Bal Harbour Shops are familiar with the retailers that have a presence there, including Graff, Chopard, Fendi, Van Cleef & Arpels and Piaget—whose Black Tie, Limelight, Dancer and Creative watch collections seem appropriately named for arts-and-entertainment audiences. 26

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MEMORY MAKERS CONCIERGES AT THE AREA’S FINEST HOTELS STAND READY TO SERVE ALMOST ANY GUEST REQUEST. II LUGANO HOTEL

BY DAVE SZYMANSKI

The word “concierge” is said to have originated in Old World France, where a palace’s comte des cierges tended to the needs of visiting nobility. Meaning “keeper of the candles,” the phrase has evolved into one word that refers to a person whose job is to provide superior levels of service. At top hotels throughout the world, sophisticated travelers depend on concierges to serve in a variety of capabilities—as an invaluable source of local information, a trusted confidante, and, sometimes, miracle worker. Most requests they receive are routine—dinner reservations, theater tickets or information about local cultural activities, for example—but others are more challenging. Either way, they love their work and they’re ready to help. When you check in, they listen and look beyond their hotel property to make every stay one to remember for years. We recently spoke with head concierges at some of Fort Lauderdale’s leading hotels about what they do, why they do it, and some of their favorite stories. 28

Otto Rizvani | Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Rizvani has been a concierge for 10 years and has been with the Westin since its March 2009 opening. He recently won a TripAdvisor.com award for service. • Favorite memory: “When I came here, we had just opened. About two months in, a gentleman was going to ask his girlfriend to marry him. We didn’t have anything set up around the pool. So I worked with staff and we set up a table, with candles, champagne and strawberries. She said yes … thank God.” • Most unusual request: “Someone asked for a boat to rent for a night scuba [dive]. I provided the information, including the safety information, but I’m not sure if they went at night. I arranged a scuba outing for another guest and they successfully went three days in a row at 8:30 a.m.” • About his job: “What we do is take someone, a stranger, in a different place, take their experience, ‘own’ it and make it a bigger and better experience. It’s not just our hotel, but the whole area. There’s scuba, kayaking, parasailing. It could be all over the coast. Or

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Florida. Not just Fort Lauderdale. I love my job. It’s the best job in the world.” Rafael Bruce Riverside Hotel Bruce has been a concierge for two years, all at the Riverside. He twice has earned in-house honors for customer service and has had Mobil and W FORT LAUDERDALE AAA standards training. • What he loves: “The best part is the networking—the network you build and the amount of people you know that you can tap into and make your guest’s stay better. You [usually] know someone who can enhance the situation. It’s the enhancing of service. For example, if I send someone to a restaurant and make a reservation, if I know the manager, I can have the manager greet them like a VIP. At Bova Prime, one of my local favorites, the manager will acknowledge them and make them feel special. It makes a difference.” • Favorite memory: “I like to explore and experience fine dining and nightlife and that helps me build up feedback from venues that I can use with guests. Sometimes you are the hero because you help them out of a situation. For example, a couple from Wales came to our hotel and said they missed their cruise while waiting for their luggage. They only missed the first day. I arranged for a way to get their luggage. I arranged for them to get a trip to Orlando to pick up the cruise from there [and] I got them a hotel there. They e-mailed me and told me to come to the UK and be their guest. We made a difference in someone’s life.” Alana Bobkowski | Il Lugano Hotel Bobkowski has been with Il Lugano since January 2007, is a member of the South Florida Concierge Association, and treasures thank-you cards. • What she loves: “Meeting people. Doing the unexpected. For example, a lady stayed with us and we heard her sister recently passed away. We [sent to her room] wine, fruit and cheeses. She came crying to me. It was more than she expected … a gourmet display.” • Favorite memory: “A family came for Christmas. They were displaced from their home [and they asked] us to create a Christmas theme in their room. We went to stores, bought a tree and wreaths, and hung stockings. We really went for it. They were beyond surprise. That was great fun.” • Most unusual request: “We had a guest from Canada who lost her passport. We had to really think out of the box and get her home. We got her to and from Miami. We called the Canadian consulate to get her a passport. We do things like that.” • About her job: “We are a close-knit group. We work seven days a week, 24-hour days. If you mention a birthday or anniversary, we love going the extra mile. And we feel great when those guests come back to see us.”

Julio Feliciano | W Fort Lauderdale Feliciano has been with W since April 2009 and a concierge for three years overall. He is an active member of the Gold Coast Concierge Association. • What he loves: “The diversity of all the requests that I get from guests. Every guest has a different request with a different story and wish to fulfill, which makes the job very exciting every day. We have a ‘Whatever/Whenever’ service philosophy [and that] opens the doors for some really amazing requests and gives us a chance to put our creativity to the test.” • Favorite memory: “We had a guest who was coming to the hotel to celebrate his anniversary and really wanted to surprise his wife. He’d asked us to fill the entire room with balloons, and I mean the entire room, from floor to ceiling. We ended up placing more than 1,000 balloons into the suite so that it looked like it was filled with large translucent bubbles. He was very grateful that we could help him give her such a great surprise.” • About his job: “We try to make dreams come true for our guests, whether it’s helping to coordinate grand gestures or just the sweet, simple things to make their experience a real ‘wow.’ As ‘cool hunters,’ we’re basically liaisons between guests and the city to get them to the best happenings around town and in our hotel.” Paul McGannon | The Atlantic Hotel McGannon has been a concierge for more than four years—more than three at The Atlantic. He was the hotel’s 2008 employee of the year. • What he loves: “Fort Lauderdale is an amazing destination. I love welcoming people to our beautiful city and showing them a great time. I live to travel, and the people you meet along the way that truly know and love their home will leave you with incredible memories. Experiencing the best of any destination provides a memory that will last forever.” • Favorite memory: “A family had stayed with us for a few days prior to leaving on a Christmas-week Caribbean cruise. An hour [after leaving], the father called with a hysterical teenager in the background. His daughter had left her formal dresses in the closet, the boat was due to depart in 45 minutes, and they would need the gowns for Christmas dinner and the other formal nights. I jumped in the hotel car and rushed to Port Everglades, arriving 15 minutes prior to departure with the gowns in hand, handing them off to a beaming father.” • Most unusual request: “A frequent guest called a month prior to arrange VIP tickets to [an auto race at] Sebring. He wanted to go up for the day, rent a golf cart, and spend the night at a local hotel. Most of the hotels in Sebring were completely booked. Golf carts were only available for VIPs. ... I called one of the local hotel managers, who finally agreed to release a room. Unfortunately, the room pricing and terms were [expensive], so the next and only option was to rent an RV. My guest rented an RV, drove up to Sebring for the day, and after lots of convincing the track manager that they were VIPs, they were given a private golf cart and VIP access to the track for the day.”

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SHALL WE DANCE? THE ANNUAL FLAMENCO IN THE SUN FESTIVAL GIVES VISITORS A DELICIOUS TASTE OF SPAIN.

AT A GLANCE

• Dates: July 22-August 1, 2010 • Web: flamencointhesun.com • Box Office: 954-462-0222 • More: Hotel packages, special offers at RiverwalkAE.com

AT THE 2009 FESTIVAL, “FLAMENCO 24 HORAS” BY PAOLA ESCOBAR (LEFT) USED THE TRADITIONAL ART FORM TO EXPRESS CONTEMPORARY REALITY.

BY ERIC ALDER

It is impossible to escape flamenco’s magical spell. Hands clapping. Heels stamping. The seductive rhythm of the acoustic guitar. Passionate singing. Dresses twirling. Even after one quick look, you think to yourself, “Now that is art.” Summer in Fort Lauderdale makes room for this sultry, centuries-old spectacle each year during Flamenco in the Sun, an annual celebration of the art and culture with roots in the Andalusia region of southern Spain. Now in its eighth year, the festival salutes myriad aspects of Spanish culture, from cuisine to mixed media. But flamenco—collectively, by tradition, the baile (dancer), the cante (singer) and the guitarra (guitarist)—remains at the heart of the experience. Flamenco traces its genesis to the Middle Ages, arising from the unique mix of Gypsy, Moorish and Sephardic people who lived in Andalusia. What they created has influenced the entertainment of many other cultures, particularly those in Latin America and the Caribbean, over time. “I think people are attracted to flamenco because it is very fresh, very visual, very beautiful and very complex all at the same time,” says festival co-director Damaris Ferrer. “It’s very ‘in your face.’ ” And it continues to evolve. In the modern era, flamenco has proved to be malleable enough to incorporate classical and contemporary dance styles with other musical elements, such as jazz and Middle Eastern music. Its inclusive nature makes it readily accessible to today’s audiences, says Ferrer, a performer herself and the director of Bailes Ferrer, a nonprofit dance troupe she established in 1995. Indeed, accessibility is the buzzword for Flamenco in the Sun. Not only does the festival present all facets of the art form— from traditional to experimental—but, with support from the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District in 2009 after five years presenting in South Florida and New York, it has expanded to celebrate all dimensions of Spanish culture, including gallery exhibits, cooking demonstrations, concerts, fashion, films and photography. At its home at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, there are educational opportunities aplenty for adults and children alike, including master classes and workshops in dance, guitar, percussion and more. “The idea is to offer something for everyone, a good mix of affordable and free events, which creates a lot of opportunities for the public to get involved,” Ferrer says. “I think we really achieved a nice balance [in 2009]. It was awesome. And we’re looking forward to what we can do in the future.”

HUNGRY FOR HILARITY LAFFING MATTERZ REDEFINES THE CONCEPT OF ‘BITING SATIRE’ FOR APPRECIATIVE CROWDS.

LAFFING MATTERZ LEAVES NOTHING SACRED, FINDING COMEDIC FODDER IN ALL ASPECTS OF MODERN LIFE.

AT A GLANCE

• Showtimes: Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 4:30 p.m.

• Run: Through June 27. • Tickets: $63 and $68. Includes show, dinner (salad, bread and entrée), tax and gratuity. Appetizers, desserts and alcoholic beverages billed separately. Group discounts (parties of 10 or more) and gift certificates are available.

• Telephone: 954-462-0222 • Web: browardcenter.org

BY BRIAN JAY

Wouldn’t it be great if Saturday Night Live came with a gourmet dinner? No, that’s not wishful thinking. Indeed, it is essentially what you’ll enjoy with Laffing Matterz at the Broward Center, a unique comedy-and-dining experience that now makes its home in the Abdo New River Room. It is a three-hour proposition taking place Thursdays through Sundays, featuring fresh, award-winning fare followed by fresh, always-topical comedy. Start with Executive Chef John Eustace’s menu, which includes favorites such as beef tenderloin, Dijon-tarragon chicken, crab-stuffed shrimp, vegetarian ravioli, Chilean sea bass as well as nightly chef’s selections. Desserts range from cream puffs in hot fudge to Key lime pie. For the nightcap, get ready for a menu of satire that leaves nothing sacred: the absurdities of South Florida living, construction on Interstate 95, cosmetic surgery, national politics and everything in between. Relying heavily on musical spoofs in the tradition of Capitol Steps—except with original songs instead of parodies—the cast of multitalented entertainers serves up surprises at every performance, which means audiences can attend several times a year and not see the same show. The result is a combination that has won numerous honors, including fivestar ratings from Trip Advisor and recognition as “Best Dinner Theater” by the Broward-Palm Beach edition of New Times, which also deemed it “a classy date” and “full of creative men and women who create hilarious cultural and musical satire” with “delicious food” and “extraordinary service.” Laffing Matterz ran successfully elsewhere in Fort Lauderdale for more than three years before relocating to the Broward Center. Audiences now may choose seating at tables of four, six, eight and 10—making it perfect for couples, friends, coworkers, families and groups. It’s also known as a great event for celebrations of all kinds. “The Broward Center is one of the premier entertainment venues in the region, and we are delighted to call it our new home,” says Rita Wells, who, with husband Mark, is one of the creative forces behind the troupe.

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Broadway FROM THE COMEDY OF LEGALLY BLONDE TO THE WHIMSY OF MARY POPPINS, AUDIENCES WILL BE DELIGHTED BY THE PERFORMANCES ON TAP FOR THE NATION’S BEST “THEATER IN PARADISE.”

MARY POPPINS

10 THROUGH 22 NOVEMBER

Legally Blonde The hilarious MGM film is Broadway’s new smash hit musical. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 23 DECEMBER THROUGH 17 JANUARY

Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic tale, directed by Harold Prince, traces the tragic love story of a beautiful opera singer and a young composer shamed by his physical appearance. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 THROUGH 28 FEBRUARY

39 Steps Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python, and you have Broadway’s most unmissable comedy smash. Matinee and evening performances Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 16 THROUGH 28 MARCH

In the Heights

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Winner of four 2008 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this is a sensational new show about chasing your dreams and finding your true home. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222

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LEGALLY BLONDE

THE COLOR PURPLE

6 THROUGH 18 APRIL

The Color Purple From the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, and the moving film by Steven Spielberg, comes a soul-stirring new musical and landmark Broadway event. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 THROUGH 27 JUNE

Mary Poppins Combining the best of the original stories by P. L. Travers and the beloved Walt Disney film, this is everything you’d hope for in a Broadway musical—and more. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222

• For tickets and information, call the Broward Center box office at 954462-0222 or visit browardcenter.org. For hotel, restaurant, shopping, dining and transportation information in the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, visit RiverwalkAE.com.

•All dates, times, programs and artists are subject to change. Not all shows listed are currently on sale.

IN THE HEIGHTS

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

Off Broadway THESE CREATIVE, INNOVATIVE AND SOMETIMES OUTRAGEOUS STAGE PRODUCTIONS MAY DRAW TEARS OF TRAGEDY OR

In Broward

TEARS OF LAUGHTER, BUT ALWAYS GRAND APPLAUSE. 7 NOVEMBER

Home for the Holidays Survive the holidays with funny man Steve Solomon and his wacky and wild family. 3 P.M., 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 26 THROUGH 31 DECEMBER

Defending the Caveman A hilarious solo play that affectionately and comically explores the differences between the sexes. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 20 THROUGH 24 JANUARY

Capitol Steps Everyone’s favorite comedy troupe of former congressional staffers sings, dances and parodies its way through topics ranging from politics to current events. 3 P.M., 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 27 THROUGH 31 JANUARY

Girl’s Night: The Musical

DIXIE’S TUPPERWARE PARTY

Share the fun and laughter at this feel-good comedy as five girlfriends, to whom we all can relate, go from heartbreak to happiness during a wild night of karaoke on the town. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

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LIFE IN A MENTAL INSTITUTION

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

9 AND 10 FEBRUARY

Life in a Marital Institution A feel-good date night for married people—because they’ll feel better about their marriage after hearing about James Braly’s. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 17 THROUGH 28 FEBRUARY

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding The world’s No. 1 dinner comedy, where the audience plays the role of the bride’s and groom’s family and friends by participating in the hilarious reception. 1 P.M., 6 P.M., 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 27 AND 28 FEBRUARY

Other Than My Health I Have Nothing (and Today I Don’t Feel So Good!) Stand-up sensation Bruce Smirnoff brings laughter to even his biggest failures. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 17 THROUGH 21 MARCH

Food Fight This hysterical and heartfelt new musical comedy pokes fun at our universal obsession with fighting the fat and the one topic on the tip of everyone’s tongue: food! 3 P.M., 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

26 MARCH

20 THROUGH 25 APRIL

Second City

The Kosher Cheerleader

Celebrate 50 years of laughter with the legendary Second City comedy troupe. 8:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

“A truish, Jewish love story,” presented by American Theater Festival, National Jewish Theater, and the Broward Center. Matinee and evening performances Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

7 THROUGH 18 APRIL

Dixie’s Tupperware Party The hilarious, fast-talking Tupperware Lady throws a party you won’t forget. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222

12 THROUGH 18 APRIL

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Menopause: The Musical A humorous celebration of women and “the change.” Matinee and evening performances Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

•All dates, times, programs and artists are subject to change. Not all shows listed are currently on sale.

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

Opera WELCOME TO AN EXCITING WORLD WHERE CULTURES COLLIDE, DESIRE BLOOMS, LAUGHTER ABOUNDS AND MAKE-BELIEVE COMES VIVIDLY TO LIFE. ALWAYS ONE OF THE HOTTEST TICKETS IN TOWN.

PAGILACCI/SUOR ANGELICO

3 AND 5 DECEMBER

Pagliacci/Suor Angelica A double-bill of Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci and Puccini’s Suor Angelica, presented by Florida Grand Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 12 JANUARY

Opera Highlights Singers who regularly appear with the world’s major companies will join the Symphony of the Americas for favorite operatic selections. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 28 JANUARY

Die Flerdermaus Die Fledermaus defined Viennese operetta at the height of its Golden Age. You’ll be swaying to these much-loved melodies long after the performance is over. Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 4 AND 6 FEBRUARY

Lucia di Lammermoor

CARMEN

This bell-canto masterpiece is based on Sir Walter Scott’s historical novel, The Bride of Lammermoor, and tells the story of a wedding where celebration turns to horror. Presented by Florida Grand Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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PAGILACCI/SUOR ANGELICO

25 FEBRUARY

Barber of Seville A quick-thinking barber uses all his skills to make it possible for Count Almaviva to court the beautiful Rosina, the unwilling ward of the possessive Doctor Bartolo. Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 4 AND 6 MARCH

Barber of Seville Enjoy the foibles and follies of Figaro, Seville’s famous barber and jack-of alltrades, while experiencing outrageous comedy and many beloved melodies. Featuring Sarah Coburn (Rosina). Presented by Florida Grand Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

LUCIA DI LAMMERMOOR

25 MARCH

Carmen Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 13 AND 15 MAY

Carmen Carmen, a beautiful gypsy seductress, is every man’s fantasy. The world’s most famous opera is a red-hot spectacle. Presented by Florida Grand Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

•All dates, times, programs and artists are subject to change.

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

Classical Music CELEBRATE GREAT WORKS

6 DECEMBER

AS THE MASTER COMPOSERS

Handel’s Messiah

INTENDED—IN A WORLD-

Broward Center and Master Chorale present Maestro James Judd and the Master Chorale in Handel’s Messiah. This is a special holiday performance of one of the most popular works in Western choral literature, which contains the legendary “Hallelujah Chorus.” Part of the Broward Center’s Classical Series. 2:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

CLASS VENUE, WHERE THE GREATEST ORCHESTRAS PARTNER WITH EMINENT MUSICIANS AND VIRTUOSI.

8 DECEMBER

Holiday Concert Symphony of the Americas is joined by the Florida Singing Sons for melodies to put everyone in a holiday mood. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 17 DECEMBER

Key West Symphony Orchestra The Key West Symphony Orchestra opens its inaugural concert season at the Broward Center with one of the great violinists, Cho-Liang Lin. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 16 JANUARY

Key West Symphony Orchestra The Key West Symphony Orchestra presents violinist Ittai Shapira and multimedia musician Jin Hi Kim. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 31 JANUARY

Houston Symphony: An HD Odyssey

JOSHUA BELL

The Houston Symphony soars with Gustav Holst’s The Planets in a collaboration with NASA. The Symphony offers a new presentation of the timeless work, incorporating images from space exploration and interviews with great minds. Part of the Broward Center’s Classical Series. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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BUFFALO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

15 FEBRUARY

Joshua Bell One of the most celebrated violinists of the modern era, whose brilliant artistry has invigorated beloved masterpieces and introduced important new works into the classical repertoire. Known for his breadth and daring selections, Bell has created a richly varied catalog of recordings. He has been called “the greatest American violinist active today” by the Boston Herald and “one of the finest musicians of his generation, whose interpretations can be seriously set beside and favorably compared to players twice his age” by the Washington Post. Part of the Broward Center’s Classical Series. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 21 FEBRUARY

Michael Amante A virtuoso vocalist firmly in a class of his own, considered the new “fourth tenor,” appearing in a tribute to Luciano Pavarotti that includes a 22-piece orchestra. Hailed by the New York Times as a “swashbuckling Italian tenor [who] exhibits both the voice and charisma of a crossover star,” Amante’s career has taken him to leading roles in La Boheme ‘ and Madama Butterfly as well as West Side Story, Grease and Jesus Christ Superstar. Part of the Broward Center’s Classical Series. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

MICHAEL AMANTE

12 MARCH

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra HOUSTON SYMPHONY

23 FEBRUARY

Symphony of the Americas Symphony of the Americas presents Ben and Velia Chruszcz. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 9 MARCH

Kiri Te Kanawa Enjoy a rare concert event with one of the greatest sopranos ever. After gaining legendary status almost overnight for her sensational debut as the Countess in Le Nozze di Figaro at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden, she moved rapidly into the international ranks. Part of the Broward Center’s Classical Series. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Maestro JoAnn Falletta brings the renowned Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra to Parker Playhouse in the culmination of the Broward Center’s Classical Series. The ensemble has toured widely across the United States and Canada, including concerts at Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, Symphony Hall in Boston, Davies Hall in San Francisco, Place des Arts in Montreal and nearly two dozen appearances in Carnegie Hall. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 23 MARCH

Tchaikovsky Piano Concert No. 2 A staple of the concert repertoire, the Tchaikovsky No. 2 will be masterfully interpreted by Argentinean pianist Ricardo Roel. Presented by Symphony of the Americas. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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Classical Music KIRI TE KANAWA

18 APRIL

Mozart’s Requiem Presented by the Master Chorale of South Florida, with Boca Raton Symphonia and soloists. 3 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 20 APRIL

Joaquin Achúcarro The distinguished Spanish pianist joins the Symphony of the Americas for a performance of the Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra by Cesar Franck. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

KEY WEST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

23 APRIL

Key West Symphony Orchestra The Key West Symphony ends its inaugural season at the Broward Center with Christopher Taylor performing Prokofiev’s Second Piano Concerto. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 JOAQUIN ACHUCARRO

MORE TO LOVE Debuting this season, the Broward Center’s exceptional Classical Series brings some of today’s finest classical artists and orchestras to South Florida audiences. The Center plans to add master classes, lectures and similar events to several of the concerts. Among the first to receive notice of the events and the opportunity to participate will be donors in a new philanthropic group, the Classical Society. Memberships start at $1,000 with benefits that include exclusive private pre-show receptions, opportunities to meet the artists, priority seating and the ability to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public. Founding members of the Classical Society receive two lower-orchestra tickets to each concert in the series. For information, call 954-468-2691.

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

Dance LEAPING, SOARING, SPINNING, WHIRLING. WHAT IS YOUR RHYTHM? WHAT ARE THE BEATS THAT GET YOU TO MOVE YOUR FEET? COME SEE THE STARS DANCE.

TAMBURITZANS

6 THROUGH 8 NOVEMBER

Miami City Ballet Program I Company B, a Paul Taylor signature piece, is performed to carefree World War II hits by the Andrews Sisters, contrasted with the melancholy realities of soldiers at war. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 21 AND 22 NOVEMBER

Coppelia A reclusive toymaker (Dr. Coppelius), a life-like doll (Coppelia), and a curious girl (Swanhilda) come together in this romantic comedy, ideal for families and balletomanes alike. Presented by Fort Lauderdale Children’s Ballet Theater. 1 P.M., 6 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 11 THROUGH 13 DECEMBER

Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

MIAMI CITY BALLET PROGRAM II

The holiday show to see, with a cast of more than 100, glorious sets and costumes, special effects and beautiful music. Presented by Miami City Ballet. 2 P.M., 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO

12 AND 13 DECEMBER

26 JANUARY

12 THROUGH 14 FEBRUARY

Issaev’s The Nutcracker

Shen Yun

Miami City Ballet Program III

The family holiday tradition continues for the enjoyment of children and adults. Presented by Arts Ballet Theatre. Matinee and evening performances Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

Shen Yun brings to life classical Chinese dance and music in a gloriously colorful and exhilarating show. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222

The Neighborhood Ballroom—A sultry widow, a vixen flapper, a glamorous Hollywood star and a sexy Latin nightclub dancer all vie for the attention of a poet. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

5 JANUARY

4 FEBRUARY

Tamburitzans

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

12 THROUGH 14 MARCH

Delighting audiences with parodies of classical ballet that blend carefully studied postures with over-the-top gestures and powerhouse technique. Offering a unique spin on classical works from Swan Lake to Giselle and the choreography of Isadora Duncan, George Balanchine and Martha Graham, the all-male ensemble has created irresistible evenings since its 1974 inception by combining a loving knowledge of dance with a wicked comedic sensibility. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

Dances at a Gathering features 10 dancers, live Chopin piano music, endlessly beautiful and original invention—a celebration of dance, dancers and life. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

The Tamburitzans of Duquesne University is a non-stop express of high-kicking, faststepping, action-packed performances that will leave you breathless. 10 A.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 22 THROUGH 24 JANUARY

Miami City Ballet Program II Divertimento is intriguing and fastpaced, with tap dancing and talking parts. This is wildly entertaining dance. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Miami City Ballet Program IV

13 AND 14 MARCH

Chipollino Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida presents Chipollino. 3 P.M., 6 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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Dance 14 MARCH

The Original South Florida Follies This high energy Broadway style extravaganza features dancers, showgirls, specialty acts, singers and much more keeping the tradition of the vintage Follies’ shows alive. 1:45 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 30 APRIL THROUGH 2 MAY

Riverdance Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 GEORGE BALANCHINE’S THE NUTCRACKER

MIAMI CITY BALLET PROGRAM I

15 MAY

Ballet Gala Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida presents Ballet Gala. 6 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 30 MAY

Israeli Dance Festival Israeli Dance Festival featuring 500 dancers from around the world. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

•All dates, times, programs and artists are subject to change. Not all shows listed are ISRAEL DANCE FESTIVAL

currently on sale.

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

Museum Exhibitions INSPIRATION, INNOVATION, TRADITION AND MORE. MUSEUM OF ART | FORT LAUDERDALE ASSEMBLES THE ENTIRE SPECTRUM, FROM ANTIQUITIES TO CONTEMPORARY WORKS.

WILLIAM GLACKENS, CURB EXCHANGE NO. 3, 1907-10; BEQUEST OF IRA GLACKENS

ONGOING

Free Third Thursdays Museum of Art presents free general admission from 5 P.M. to 8 P.M. the third Thursday of every month. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500 ONGOING THROUGH 21 MARCH

With You I Want to Live The Collection of contemporary art collector Gordon Locksley and business partner George T. Shea. This exhibition, a gift to the museum from Locksley, includes a 1964 installation by Robert Morris. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500 ONGOING THROUGH 20 JUNE

Glackens as Illustrator

Highlighting the graphic work of William Glackens drawn from his extensive collection of sketch books and illustrations. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

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BANKSY, BRITISH PHONE BOOTH, 2006 GORDON LOCKSLEY AND GEORGE T. SHEA COLLECTION

14 NOVEMBER THROUGH 7 FEBRUARY

28 FEBRUARY THROUGH 11 APRIL

• For tickets and information, call 954-

American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell

Edward Steichen: In High Fashion, The Conde Nast Years 1923-1937

525-5500. For group sales for American

A collection of works from one of the most popular American artists of the past century, chronicling the small details and nuanced scenes of changing society, and the ordinary people living everyday life. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

Works from the former chief photographer for Vogue and Vanity Fair, who brilliantly dramatized and glamorized contemporary culture and its achievers in politics, literature, film, sport, dance, theater, opera and fashion. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

call 954-462-0222. For hotel, restaurant,

Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell, shopping, dining and transportation information in the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, visit RiverwalkAE.com.

•All dates, times, programs and artists are subject to change. Not all shows listed are currently on sale.

ONE FOR ALL June is the perfect opportunity for culture enthusiasts to stretch their dollars, thanks to BAMM—Broward Attractions and Museums Month. Members of many cultural institutions throughout the region will receive reciprocal membership to other participating venues at no cost. With a theme of “Join One, Experience Them All,” BAMM encourages visitation and membership at each organization throughout the month. Current and new members of the participating museums and attractions receive free entry with proof of membership. (Special events may be excluded.) Call or go online for a complete list of participating organizations. bamminfo.org or 954-364-5205

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

History UNCOVER THE SECRETS OF THE CITY’S PAST THROUGH PERSONAL STORIES, EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS AT HISTORIC STRANAHAN HOUSE MUSEUM AND THE FORT LAUDERDALE HISTORY CENTER.

15 AND 16 DECEMBER

Victorian Christmas Evening See Stranahan House beautifully decked out for the holidays, and enjoy a pianist in the parlor while learning about the custom, crafts and foods of the day. 7 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 2 AND 3 JANUARY

Arts and Craft Show Stroll through the grounds and enjoy some Ben and Jerry’s ice cream and a variety of outstanding art and craftsmanship. 10 A.M.-5 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 17 APRIL

Mad Hatter’s Tea

HISTORIC STRANAHAN HOUSE MUSEUM

An occasion to bring your favorite mother, grandmother, niece, aunt or beloved friend to savor a plethora of finger sandwiches, cookies and cakes while sipping tea under the canopy. Stranahan House 954-524-4736

• FORT LAUDERDALE HISTORY CENTER is located at 219 S.W. Second Ave. Open Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5

ONGOING

River Ghost Tours

p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.

Panorama of the Past

Every Sunday at 7:30 P.M., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced as you enjoy a brief introduction inside Stranahan House and a delightful river boat ride. Stranahan House 954-524-4736

For information, call 954-463-4431 or visit

1 DECEMBER

• For hotel, restaurant, shopping, dining

Christmas on Las Olas

and transportation information in the

Join us for a walk through the Stranahan House and enjoy the imaginative decorations created by Flowers and Found Objects. 7 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736

Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, visit

History of Florida including Broward County. Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County. Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431 50

oldfortlauderdale.org

• HISTORIC STRANAHAN HOUSE MUSEUM is located at 335 S.E. Sixth Avenue. Open daily, with guided tours at 1, 2 and 3 P.M. For information, call 954-524-4736 or visit stranahanhouse.org

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•All dates, times, programs and artists are subject to change. Not all shows listed are currently on sale.

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

Festivals & Special Events WATCH DAZZLING DISPLAYS, PICNIC IN THE PARK, OR SHOP UNTIL YOU DROPâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; EVERY DAY IS A PERFECT DAY IN THE MOST FESTIVE PLACE UNDER THE SUN.

FIRST SUNDAY EACH MONTH

Jazz Brunch Free concert and activities along the Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District 1 DECEMBER

Christmas on Las Olas Join us for a walk through the Stranahan House and enjoy imaginative decorations by Flowers and Found Objects. 7 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 3 DECEMBER

Holiday Jazz Concert Featuring Melton Mustafa. 6 P.M. Old Dillard Museum 754-322-8828 12 DECEMBER

Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade This signature event of Fort Lauderdale features the visual artistry of those who transform their boats into canvases of color and lights. Past entries have included Polynesian fire dancers, Chinese dragon boats, floating circuses, Broadway productions and more. See winterfestparade.com. 6:30 P.M. New River Downtown 15 AND 16 DECEMBER

Victorian Christmas Evening

FLAMENCO IN THE SUN

See Stranahan House beautifully decked out for the holidays, and enjoy a pianist in the parlor while learning about the customs, crafts and foods of the day. 7 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736

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9 APRIL

Riverwalk Get Downtown Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s largest outdoor cocktail party, offering the best of the city’s local restaurants and bars. Tickets: $25 at the door, $20 in advance at goriverwalk.com. Las Olas Place 954-468-1541 MUSEUM OF ART | FORT LAUDERDALE NATIONAL ART FESTIVAL

JAZZ BRUNCH

17 APRIL

Mad Hatter’s Tea 18 DECEMBER

Winterfest Fort Lauderdale Bus Loop Ride a trolley to any of the nine participating bars and restaurants and receive a free drink or appetizer at each of the venues all while benefitting charity. Riverwalk Trust 954-468-1541 2 AND 3 JANUARY

Arts and Craft Show Stroll through the grounds and enjoy some Ben and Jerry’s ice cream and a variety of outstanding art and craftsmanship. 10 A.M.-5 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 16 JANUARY

King Holiday Birthday Party Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday with storytelling, arts and crafts, and more. Free admission. Noon-3 P.M. African American Research Library and Cultural Center 954-625-2800

Huizenga Plaza. Festival patrons also can view the Museum’s current exhibitions. Proceeds benefit the Museum’s Studio School Scholarship Fund. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

19 FEBRUARY

19 JUNE

Black History Month Lecture

Juneteenth Celebration

6 P.M. Old Dillard Museum 754-322-8828

3 P.M. Old Dillard Museum 754-322-8828

4 MARCH

22 JULY THROUGH 1 AUGUST

Riverwalk Tribute

Flamenco in the Sun

Riverwalk Trust 10th annual Riverwalk Tribute. This casual event will take place along the Riverwalk, featuring exquisite food, spirits and festive entertainment. Riverwalk Trust 954-468-1541

This festival brings you the best of traditional and contemporary flamenco. Come enjoy everything from delicious tapas and wines to exciting performances by renowned flamenco artists. See dramatic photography, stunning costumes and explore this unique Spanish tradition. Throughout the Riverwalk A&E District. Check RiverwalkAE.com for specific event details 954-462-0222

6 AND 7 MARCH

Las Olas Art Fair

30 AND 31 JANUARY

An annual showcase of juried artists displaying their various works—fine and original pieces covering a full spectrum of media and price ranges. 10 A.M.-5 P.M. Las Olas Boulevard

Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale National Art Festival

8 APRIL

Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, visit

Cannonball Jazz Series

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• For hotel, restaurant, shopping, dining and transportation information in the

Some 150 artists will participate in this annual juried event. Media such as painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, glass, jewelry and more will be represented al fresco. Live music in

Featuring Charlie Austin. 7 P.M. Old Dillard Museum 754-322-8828

•All dates, times, programs and artists are subject to change. Not all shows listed are currently on sale.

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

Concerts, Comedy & More WATCH DAZZLING DISPLAYS, PICNIC IN THE PARK, OR SHOP UNTIL YOU DROP—

ONGOING THROUGH 27 JUNE

EVERY DAY IS A PERFECT DAY IN THE MOST

Laffing Matterz

FESTIVE PLACE UNDER THE SUN.

The best of dinner theater with the hilarity of topical satire on every subject from the traffic on I-95 to national politics, and everything in between. Thu.-Sat., 7:30 P.M.; Sun., 4:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 THIRD TUESDAY EACH MONTH

Singer Songwriters Series Local, national and international talent comes together in South Florida to showcase their musical abilities. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 6 NOVEMBER

Warren Miller’s Dynasty The largest action sports film on the planet is coming to kick off your winter for the 60th year. 8:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 8 NOVEMBER

South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble The South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble presents Incantations. This one-nightonly concert will feature music of the mystical and magical arts. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 11 NOVEMBER

Jazz Legends of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS

South Florida Jazz Orchestra, a modern big band composed of some of the best jazz musicians in South Florida, is led by Chuck Bergeron. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN

17 NOVEMBER

27 NOVEMBER

New Shanghai Circus

Tiempo Libre with Paquito D’Rivera

The New Shanghai Circus is one of the most beautifully orchestrated presentations of Chinese Circus acts and astounding feats that date back to harvest festivals of 2,000 years ago. 7 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

Cultures collide and worlds merge when Latin music superstars Tiempo Libre perform. 8:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

LaVallee’s USA Black Belt Championships 6:30 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

Miami International Piano Festival presents Misha Dacic and Ida Haendel. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

carpet service, pre-show cocktail parties and more by becoming a member of Entourage at the members program offers advance ticket purchases and premium seats reserved just for members. Backstage meet-and-greets round out the experience. Entourage takes you to the front of the line, every

8 DECEMBER 24 NOVEMBER

Get the best seats in town, red-

Broward Center. This priority 28 NOVEMBER

Miami International Piano Festival 21 NOVEMBER

JOIN THE ENTOURAGE

Music of Led Zeppelin

Holiday Concert featuring Florida’s Singing Sons Boychoir

A phenomenal concert combining a full rock band with the power of an orchestra. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Symphony of the Americas is joined by Florida’s own Singing Sons for melodies that get everyone in a holiday mood. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

time. Membership is tax deductible. browardcenter.org/entourage

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Concerts, Comedy & More GROOVALOO

9 DECEMBER

Tribute to Eddie Higgins Enjoy a tribute to one of the most respected and stellar jazz pianists in the business. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 16 DECEMBER

A Night Before Christmas Capture the yuletide spirit while adding a jazz vibe, featuring Spyro Gyra and special guest Jane Monheit. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 26 DECEMBER

The Kosher Comedy Tour An exciting new multimedia comedy show with music, starring three of today’s funniest Jewish comedians— Peter Fogel, Sharon Daniels and Stu Moss. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 8 JANUARY

Oh What a Night of Doo-Wop And Rock N Roll Volume 1, featuring Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge. Also starring Jay Siegel & The Tokens, The Mystics and Kid Kyle. 7:30 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 9 JANUARY GROOVALOO

Glenn Miller Orchestra Don’t miss these big band legends, live in concert, one night only. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 13 JANUARY

Jazzin’ Elvis Come and hear Cyrus Chestnut and his Trio as they offer a fresh jazzy outlook on a variety of jazz standards and some of the most popular Elvis Presley tunes. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA

KATE CLINTON

DAVID COPPERFIELD

14 JANUARY

19 JANUARY

Steven Wright

Playbill Heroes

Best-known for his slow, monotone delivery of ironic-but-clever and often peculiar jokes and one-liners, this New York native is a man of many talents. Presented by Broward Center and AEG Live. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

Presented by Florida Sunshine Pops. Kip Wilborn & Sal Viviano perform some of Broadway’s greatest hits, Guys and Dolls, Evita, Phantom of the Opera and more. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

16 JANUARY

Groovaloo Don’t miss this dazzling hip-hop, freestyle dance and spoken word extravaganza. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

10 FEBRUARY

Steve Lawrence An evening with the legendary singer, storyteller and comedian. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

29 AND 30 JANUARY

David Copperfield

16 FEBRUARY

America’s best-known magician presents an intimate evening of grand illusion. 5 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Big Bands of Broadway Join Tony Award winner Debbie Gravitte for a superb evening of songs from the world of Broadway and big bands. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

30 JANUARY 17 JANUARY

Half Jewish, Half Very Jewish

20 FEBRUARY

Richie Havens

Elon Gold has established himself as one of the country’s top comedians, having appeared on numerous television shows including three appearances on The Tonight Show. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Kate Clinton

Richie’s fiery, poignant, soulful singing style has remained unique and ageless since his historic appearance at Woodstock in 1969. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

ArtsUnited presents the popular gay comedian and political humorist in her new show, Yes On K8, as part of ArtExplosion LGBT Arts Festival. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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Concerts, Comedy & More JASON BISHOP

KATE CLINTON

23 FEBRUARY

Patti Lupone Gypsy in my Soul, a one-woman show. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 26 FEBRUARY

Englebert Humperdinck Pop singer and musician. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 5 MARCH

Blue Suede Shoes Two top Elvis Presley impressionists make for one great night of rock ‘n’ roll. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 6 MARCH

The Irish Tenors 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 7 MARCH

Richard Nader’s Doo Wop XI Starring Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall of Famers. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 MARCH

Moon River, Mercer and Me Sensational jazz vocalist and pianist Tony DeSare is topping the charts. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 11 MARCH

Gordon Lightfoot Five-time Grammy-nominated musician dazzles audiences with his serenade. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

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GILBERTO GIL

6 MARCH

Today’s Broadway Sing and dance to the Broadway music we love. Enjoy the music of Mamma Mia, Jersey Boys, Wicked and more. Presented by Florida Sunshine Pops. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 28 MARCH

Jason Bishop The dazzling young illusionist’s magical feats are truly a treat for the senses. 3 P.M., 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

a cappella performance. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

STEVE LAWRENCE

10 APRIL

101 Years of Broadway The vocal brilliance of five of Broadway’s finest talents, the virtuosity of an amazing band, and songs from The Great White Way come together in Neil Berg’s spectacular revue. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 14 APRIL

South Florida Jazz Divas 31 MARCH

Join Brenda Alford, Maria Marshall, Wendy Pedersen and Nicole Yarling as they jazz it up a notch with Eric and members of the GCJS band. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Gilberto Gil See this iconic singer, composer and guitarist astonish audiences. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Beatles tribute band has created a serious buzz. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

1 APRIL

The 12

12 MAY

A thrilling new theatrical concert unlike anything ever experienced. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Jazz on the Latin Side: Negroni’s Trio

• For tickets and information, call the

Don’t miss this exciting trio, nominated for the 2008 Album of the Year. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Broward Center box office at 954-

3 APRIL

462-0222 or visit browardcenter.org. For hotel, restaurant, shopping, dining and transportation information in the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, visit RiverwalkAE.com.

The Blanks Also known as “Ted’s Band” from the popular TV show Scrubs, this quartet of friends will delight audiences with

24 JULY

• All dates, times, programs and artists are

The Fab Faux

subject to change. Not all shows listed are

Since forming in the spring of 1998, this

currently on sale.

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SEASON SPOTLIGHT

Just for Kids FORT LAUDERDALE IS FUN FOR FAMILIES. HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES AND CHILD-FOCUSED PERFORMANCES THROUGHOUT THE RIVERWALK DISTRICT WILL BRING OUT THE KID IN EVERYONE.

HANSEL AND GRETEL

6 NOVEMBER

Charlotte’s Web E. B. White’s treasured tale of a spider and a pig, and their life on the farm, explores the true meaning of friendship. 10 A.M., 11:30 A.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 7 NOVEMBER

Hansel and Gretel This musical adaptation brings Grimm’s fairy tale classic to life. Part of the Family Fun Series. 11 A.M., 1 P.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-652-4500 1 THROUGH 6 DECEMBER

A Christmas Carol The heartwarming Charles Dickens classic is one of the most popular and enduring Christmas stories of all time. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 DECEMBER

Brazilian Voices

BUTTERFLY: STORY OF A LIFE CIRCLE

Interactive learning about the beauty of Brazilian culture. 10 A.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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BUFFALO SOLDIERS

5 JANUARY

Tamburitzans The Tamburitzans of Duquesne University is a non-stop express of high-kicking, faststepping, action-packed performances that will leave you breathless. 10 A.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

12 JANUARY

Freedom Train

1 MAY

Relive Harriet Tubman’s inspiring story of self-sacrifice and survival. 10 A.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Lyle Lyle Crocodile Prepare for lots of laughter and fun with Lyle Lyle Crocodile. Based on the beloved books by Bernard Waber, this musical version is fun for everyone. 11 A.M., 1 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

22 AND 23 JANUARY

Snow White Snow White springs to life with singing, dancing and laughs galore. 11 A.M., 1 P.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-602-4500

5 MAY BRAZILIAN VOICES

5 AND 6 FEBRUARY 27 JANUARY

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Snow White

Set to music, this entertaining fairy tale favorite teaches valuable life lessons. 10 A.M., 11 A.M., 11:30 A.M., and 1 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Snow White springs to life with singing, dancing and laughs galore. 10 A.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

11 APRIL 3 FEBRUARY

The Emperor’s New Clothes

Buffalo Soldier

Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale of the vain emperor and silent subjects has been recast as an endearing musical. 11 A.M., 1 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

History comes alive in this poignant tribute to those who served our country. 10 A.M., 11:30 A.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

Butterfly: Story of a Life Cycle Go on a fascinating journey into the insect world right on stage. 10 A.M., 11:30 A.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

•All dates, times, programs and artists are subject to change. Not all shows listed are currently on sale.

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a&e SEASON CALENDAR COPPELIA

November 2009 ONGOING Panorama of the Past History of Florida including Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431

ONGOING THROUGH 27 JUNE Laffing Matterz The best of dinner theater with the hilarity of topical satire on every subject from the traffic on I-95 to national politics, and everything in between. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Store and Café for the evening as well as 10% off and free coffee with purchase. 5 P.M. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

1 NOVEMBER Jazz Brunch Free concert first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District

6 NOVEMBER Warren Miller’s Dynasty The largest action sports film on the planet is coming to kick off your winter for the 60th year. 8:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

5 NOVEMBER American Masters: Norman Rockwell: Painting America Members will receive a $5 voucher for the Museum

Charlotte’s Web E. B. White’s treasured tale of a spider and a pig, and their life on the farm, explores the true meaning of

Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal will be at the Stranahan House to teach you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736

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River Ghost Tours Every Sunday at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced as you enjoy a brief introduction inside Stranahan House and a delightful river boat ride. Stranahan House 954-524-4736

Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 954-357-7979

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friendship. 10 A.M., 11:30 A.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS

6 THROUGH 8 NOVEMBER Miami City Ballet Program I Company B, a Paul Taylor signature piece, is performed to Andrews Sisters World War II hits in contrast to the melancholy realities of soldiers at war. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 7 NOVEMBER Hansel and Gretel This musical adaptation brings Grimm’s fairy tale classic to life. 10 A.M., 11:30 A.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-652-4500

27 NOVEMBER Tiempo Libre with Paquito D’Rivera Cultures collide and worlds merge when Latin music superstars Tiempo Libre perform. 8:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Riverwalk Get Downtown Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s largest outdoor cocktail party, offering the best of the city’s restaurants and bars. Las Olas Place 954-468-1541

A Sordid Affair Sordid Lives mastermind Del Shores brings pieces from his hit national tour “My Sordid Life” to the Parker Playhouse with special guest Rue McClanahan sharing golden stories and Jason Dottley performing his hit dance record, Hit Play. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 8 NOVEMBER South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble The South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble presents Incantations. This one-night-only concert will feature music of the mystical and magical arts. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 THROUGH 22 NOVEMBER Legally Blonde The hilarious MGM film is Broadway’s new smash hit musical. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 11 NOVEMBER Jazz Legends of Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow South Florida Jazz Orchestra, a modern big band composed of some of the best jazz musicians in South Florida, is led by Chuck Bergeron. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 13 NOVEMBER Beaux Arts Festival of Trees Opening Night VIP preview, cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres. This is a fundraising event with cocktail reception and silent auction. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500 14 NOVEMBER Beaux Arts Festival of Trees Pancake Breakfast Family event with pancake buffet breakfast, holiday craft projects, entertainment and photo with Santa. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

24 NOVEMBER Music of Led Zeppelin A phenomenal concert combining a full rock band with the power of an orchestra. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

28 NOVEMBER Miami International Piano Festival Presenting Misha Dacic and Ida Haendel. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

15 NOVEMBER Lecture with Laurie Moffat, Executive Director Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Mass. Enjoy this one-of-a-kind lecture followed by a Rockwell Americana Supper. 2 P.M. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

December 2009

17 NOVEMBER Singer Songwriters Series Enjoy the Songwriter’s Showcase as local, national and international singer/songwriters come together in South Florida to showcase their musical abilities. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

Tribute to the Music of Richard Hayman and the Boston Pops In the 1940s Hayman arranged music for MGM Studios, including Girl Crazy and Thousands Cheer. As principal arranger for Boston Pops for more than 30 years, his award-winning work is still used today. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 New Shanghai Circus One of the most beautifully orchestrated presentations of Chinese Circus acts and astounding feats that date back to harvest festivals of 2,000 years ago. 7 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 21 THROUGH 22 NOVEMBER Coppelia A reclusive toymaker (Dr. Coppelius), a lifelike doll (Coppelia) and a curious girl (Swanhilda) in a comic ballet. Presented by Fort Lauderdale Children’s Ballet. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 21 NOVEMBER LaVallee’s USA Black Belt Championships 6:30 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

ONGOING Panorama of the Past History of Florida including Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431 Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal teaches you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 River Ghost Tours The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced. Enjoy a river boat ride, too. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 ONGOING THROUGH 27 JUNE Laffing Matterz The best of dinner theater with the hilarity of topical satire on every subject imaginable. Broward Center 954-462-0222 1 DECEMBER Christmas on Las Olas Join us for a walk through Stranahan House and enjoy holiday decorations by Flowers and Found Objects. 7 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736

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a&e SEASON CALENDAR Norman Rockwell and the Golden Age of Jazz “Informance” with Eric Allison, Music Director, Gold Coast Jazz Society 6 P.M. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-262-0320

GEORGE BALANCHINE’S THE NUTCRACKER

1 THROUGH 6 DECEMBER A Christmas Carol The heartwarming Charles Dickens classic is one of the most popular and enduring Christmas stories of all time. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 3 DECEMBER Holiday Jazz Concert Featuring Melton Mustafa Old Dillard Museum 754-322-8828 3 AND 5 DECEMBER Pagliacci/Suor Angelica A double-bill of Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci and Puccini’s Suor Angelica as presented by Florida Grand Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 6 DECEMBER Jazz Brunch Free concert first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District Handel’s Messiah Broward Center and Master Chorale present Maestro James Judd and the Master Chorale in Handel’s classic. 2:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 8 DECEMBER Holiday Concert featuring Florida’s Singing Sons Symphony of the Americas is joined by Florida’s own Singing Sons for melodies of a holiday mood. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 9 DECEMBER A Tribute to Eddie Higgins A tribute to one of the most respected and stellar jazz pianists in the business. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 DECEMBER Brazilian Voices Interactive learning about the beauty of Brazilian culture. 10 A.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 64

11 THROUGH 13 DECEMBER George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker The holiday show to see, with a cast of more than 100, glorious sets and costumes, magical special effects and beautiful music. Presented by Miami City Ballet. 2 P.M., 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 12 DECEMBER Santa’s Holiday Revue Celebrate the whole spectrum of the holiday season from Christmas and Kwanzaa to Hanukkah. 11 A.M., 1 P.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-602-4500 Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade Spectators line the shorelines of area waterways as this annual Boat Parade, a signature event of Fort Lauderdale, features the visual artistry of those who transform their boats into canvases of color and lights depicting the parade’s theme. See winterfestparade.com. 6:30 P.M. New River Downtown 12 THROUGH 13 DECEMBER Vladimir Issaev’s The Nutcracker The family holiday tradition continues for the enjoyment of children and adults. Presented by Arts Ballet Theatre. Matinee and evening performances Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 15 DECEMBER Viva España From Costa Rica, acclaimed tenor Warren Tesh and European classical guitarist Jose Angel Navarro. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Singer Songwriters Series Local, national and international talent comes together in South Florida to showcase their abilities. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 15 AND 16 DECEMBER Victorian Christmas Evening See Stranahan House beautifully decked out for the holidays, and enjoy a pianist in the parlor while learning about the customs, crafts and foods of the day. 7 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 16 DECEMBER A Night Before Christmas Capture the yuletide spirit while adding a jazz vibe, featuring Spyro Gyra and special guest Jane Monheit. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-763-2444

17 DECEMBER Night at the Museum Norman Rockwell Images come to life in the Galleries. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-262-0320 Key West Symphony Orchestra Inaugural concert season opener at the Broward Center with one of the great violinists, Cho-Liang Lin. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 18 DECEMBER Winterfest Fort Lauderdale Bus Loop Ride a trolley to any participating bar or restaurant and receive a free drink or appetizer while benefitting charity. Riverwalk Trust 954-468-1541 18 THROUGH 20 DECEMBER Home for the Holidays Survive the holidays with funny man Steve Solomon and his wacky and wild family. 3 P.M., 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 23 DECEMBER THROUGH 17 JANUARY Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic tale, directed by Harold Prince, traces the tragic love story of a beautiful opera singer and a young composer. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 26 DECEMBER The Kosher Comedy Tour An exciting new multimedia comedy show with music, starring three of today’s funniest Jewish comedians— Peter Fogel, Sharon Daniels and Stu Moss. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-763-2444 26 THROUGH 31 DECEMBER Defending the Caveman A hilarious solo play that affectionately and comically explores the differences between the sexes. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222

January 2010 ONGOING Panorama of the Past History of Florida including Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

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When it’s laughter you’re after and fine dining you crave, look no further than Laffing Matterz at the Broward Center. This sassy, smart satire takes the stage in an original musical comedy revue that turns dinner theatre into a hilarious entertainment experience.

Dinner/Show package includes:

Mixed Baby Greens Salad Choice from the following entrees:

Tenderloin of Beef Dijon Tarragon Chicken Crab Stuffed Shrimp Chilean Sea Bass Vegetarian Ravioli Chef’s Nightly Selection Tax and Gratuity included in ticket price. Appetizers and desserts are available a la carte. We offer a full bar and a hand-selected wine list.

Voted BEST DINNER THEATRE – NEW TIMES BROWARD/PALM BEACH

“The food was delicious – the service was excellent – and the show was delightful.” – VIRGINIA M.

Make your reservation today! Special discounts for groups of 10 or more!

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a&e SEASON CALENDAR Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431 Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal teaches you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 River Ghost Tours Every Sunday at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced as you enjoy a brief introduction inside Stranahan House and a delightful river boat ride. Stranahan House 954-524-4736

12 JANUARY Freedom Train Relive Harriet Tubman’s inspiring story of self-sacrifice and survival. 10 A.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Opera Highlights Singers who regularly appear with the world’s major companies will join the Symphony of the Americas for favorite operatic selections. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

FREEDOM TRAIN

5 JANUARY Tamburitzans The Tamburitzans of Duquesne University is a non-stop express of high-kicking, fast-stepping, action-packed performances that will leave you breathless. 10 A.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

13 JANUARY Jazzin’ Elvis Cyrus Chestnut and his Trio offer a fresh outlook on a variety of jazz standards and some of the most popular Elvis Presley tunes. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

7 JANUARY Curator’s Lecture Join Stephanie Plunkett, curator from the Norman Rockwell Museum, as she discusses the artist. 6 P.M. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-262-0320

14 JANUARY Music from the Rockwell Era NSU Faculty Bill Adams and Jenny Donelson present an “informance” on music during Norman Rockwell’s time. 6 P.M. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-262-0320

8 JANUARY Oh What a Night of Doo-Wop And Rock N Roll Volume 1, featuring Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge. Also starring Jay Siegel & The Tokens, The Mystics and Kid Kyle. 7:30 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

Steven Wright Best-known for his slow, monotone delivery of ironicbut-clever and often peculiar jokes and one-liners. Presented by Broward Center and AEG Live. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

9 JANUARY Glenn Miller Orchestra Don’t miss these big band legends, one night only. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 66

King Holiday Birthday Party Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday with storytelling, arts and crafts, children’s entertainment and more. Admission is free. African American Research Library and Cultural Center 954-625-2800 17 JANUARY Richie Havens Richie’s fiery, poignant, soulful singing style has remained unique and ageless since his historic appearance at Woodstock in 1969. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 19 JANUARY Playbill Heroes Kip Wilborn & Sal Viviano perform some of Broadway’s greatest hits, Guys and Dolls, Evita, Phantom of the Opera and more. Presented by Florida Sunshine Pops. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

2 AND 3 JANUARY Arts and Craft Show Stroll through the grounds and enjoy some ice cream and a variety of outstanding art and craftsmanship. 10 A.M.-5 P.M. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 3 JANUARY Jazz Brunch Free concert first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District

Key West Symphony Orchestra Presenting Ittai Shapira and Jin Hi Kim. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

16 JANUARY Groovaloo Don’t miss this dazzling hip-hop, freestyle dance and spoken word extravaganza. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

Singer Songwriters Series Local, national and international talent comes together in South Florida to showcase their musical abilities. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Lecture and Lunch Series Lecture series with Dahlia Morgan, former director of the Frost Museum at Florida International University. Lunch in the Marks Gallery follows the lecture. Sponsored by the Friends of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500 20 THROUGH 24 JANUARY Capitol Steps Everyone’s favorite comedy troupe of ex-Congressional staffers sings, dances and parodies its way through topics ranging from politics to current events. 3 P.M., 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Lansky Inspired by the book But He Was Good to His Mother by Robert Rockaway. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 22 AND 23 JANUARY Snow White The classic children’s fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm, springs to life with singing, dancing and laughs galore. 10 A.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-602-4500

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22 THROUGH 24 JANUARY Miami City Ballet Program II Divertimento No. 15 is fast-paced with tap dancing and talking parts—a wildly entertaining dance. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 26 JANUARY Shen Yun Shen Yun brings to life classical Chinese dance and music in a gloriously colorful and exhilarating show. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Die Fledermaus It defined Viennese operetta at the height of its Golden Age. You’ll be swaying to these much-loved melodies long after the performance is over. Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-602-4500

Idealizing America: Norman Rockwell and Irving Berlin Michael Lasser lectures about Rockwell and Berlin. 6 P.M. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-262-0320 29 AND 30 JANUARY David Copperfield America’s best-known magician presents an intimate evening of grand illusion. 5 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 30 JANUARY Half Jewish, Half Very Jewish Elon Gold has established himself as one of the country’s top comedians, having appeared on numerous television shows including three appearances on The Tonight Show. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

GIRLS’ NIGHT: THE MUSICAL

The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431 Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal will be at the Stranahan House to teach you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 River Ghost Tours Every Sunday at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced as you enjoy a brief introduction inside Stranahan House and a delightful boat ride on the New River. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 ONGOING THROUGH 27 JUNE Laffing Matterz The best of dinner theater with the hilarity of topical satire on every subject from the traffic on I-95 to national politics, and everything in between. Broward Center 954-462-0222 3 FEBRUARY Buffalo Soldier History comes alive in this poignant tribute to those who served our country. 10 A.M., 11:30 A.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

27 JANUARY Snow White The classic children’s fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm, springs to life with singing, dancing and laughs galore. 10 A.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

30 AND 31 JANUARY Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale National Art Festival Some 150 artists participate in this juried event in such media as painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, glass and jewelry. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

27 THROUGH 31 JANUARY Girls’ Night: The Musical Share the fun and laughter at this feel-good comedy as five girlfriends go from heartbreak to happiness during a wild night of karaoke on the town. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

31 JANUARY Houston Symphony: An HD Odyssey Soaring to new heights with Gustav Holst’s glorious work, The Planets, in a multimedia presentation. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

28 JANUARY Die Flerdermaus It defined Viennese operetta at the height of its Golden Age. You’ll sway to these beloved melodies long after the performance is over. Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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4 FEBRUARY Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo Delighting audiences with parodies of classical ballet that blend carefully studied postures with over-the-top gestures and powerhouse technique. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 4 AND 6 FEBRUARY Lucia di Lammermoor This bell-canto masterpiece is based on Sir Walter Scott’s historical novel, The Bride of Lammermoor, and tells the story of a wedding where celebration turns to horror. Presented by Florida Grand Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 5 AND 6 FEBRUARY Goldilocks and the Three Bears Set to music, this entertaining fairy tale favorite teaches valuable life lessons. 10 A.M., 11 A.M., 11:30 A.M., and 1 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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a&e SEASON CALENDAR 7 FEBRUARY Jazz Brunch Free concert first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District 9 FEBRUARY Soweto Gospel Choir Direct from South Africa, the two-time Grammy Awardwinning choir performs an inspiring program of tribal, traditional and popular African and Western gospel. 8 P.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-602-4500 9 AND 10 FEBRUARY

Life in a Marital Institution A feel-good date night for married people because they’ll feel better about their marriage after hearing about James Braly’s. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 FEBRUARY Tribute to Benny Goodman Join clarinetist and big band leader Terry Myers as he leads his orchestra in this special tribute concert to the legendary “King of Swing.” 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Steve Lawrence An evening with the legendary singer, storyteller and comedian. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 THROUGH 28 FEBRUARY 39 Steps Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python, and you have Broadway’s most unmissable comedy smash. Matinee and evening performances Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 12 THROUGH 14 FEBRUARY Miami City Ballet Program III The Neighborhood Ballroom—A sultry widow, a vixen flapper, a glamorous Hollywood star and a sexy Latin nightclub dancer all vie for the attention of a poet. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 15 FEBRUARY Joshua Bell One of the most celebrated violinists of the modern era, whose brilliant artistry has invigorated beloved masterpieces and introduced important new works into the classical repertoire. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 16 FEBRUARY Lecture and Lunch Series Lecture series with Dahlia Morgan, former director of the Frost Museum at Florida International University. Lunch 68

in the Marks Gallery follows the lecture. Sponsored by the Friends of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

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Big Bands of Broadway Presented by Florida Sunshine Pops. Join Tony Award winner Debbie Gravitte for a superb evening of songs from the world of Broadway and the big bands, in a delightful marriage of two great sounds. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 17 THROUGH 28 FEBRUARY Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding The world’s No. 1 dinner comedy, where the audience plays the role of the bride’s and groom’s family and friends by participating in the hilarious reception. 1 P.M., 6 P.M., 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

26 FEBRUARY Englebert Humperdinck Pop singer and musician. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

20 FEBRUARY Kate Clinton ArtsUnited presents the popular gay comedian and political humorist in her new show, Yes On K8, as part of ArtExplosion LGBT Arts Festival. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

27 AND 28 FEBRUARY Other Than My Health I Have Nothing (and Today I Don’t Feel So Good!) Stand-up sensation Bruce Smirnoff brings laughter to even his biggest failures. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222

21 FEBRUARY Michael Amante A virtuoso vocalist in a class of his own, considered the new “fourth tenor” in a tribute to Pavarotti. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 23 FEBRUARY Barber of Seville A quick-thinking barber uses all his skills to make it possible for Count Almaviva to court the beautiful Rosina, the unwilling ward of the possessive Doctor Bartolo. Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-602-4500 Symphony of the Americas Symphony of the Americas presents Ben & Velia Chruszcz, piano and violin. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Patti Lupone “Gypsy in my Soul,” a spectacular one-woman show. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 25 FEBRUARY Barber of Seville A quick-thinking barber uses all his skills to make it possible for Count Almaviva to court the beautiful Rosina, the unwilling ward of the possessive Doctor Bartolo. Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

March 2010 ONGOING Panorama of the Past History of Florida including Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431 Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal will be to teach you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 River Ghost Tours Every Sunday at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced as you enjoy a brief introduction inside Stranahan House and a delightful river boat ride. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 ONGOING THROUGH 27 JUNE Laffing Matterz The best of dinner theater with the hilarity of topical

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4 MARCH Riverwalk Tribute Riverwalk Trust 10th annual Riverwalk Tribute. This casual event will take place along the Riverwalk featuring exquisite food, spirits and festive entertainment. Riverwalk Trust 954-468-1541 4 AND 6 MARCH Barber of Seville Rossini’s beloved opera featuring a spectacular cast. Presented by Florida Grand Opera 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 5 MARCH Blue Suede Shoes Two top Elvis Presley impressionists make for one great night of rock ‘n’ roll. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 The Irish Tenors Soothing and nostalgic Emerald Isle tunes. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 6 AND 7 MARCH Las Olas Art Fair An annual Las Olas tradition that showcases juried artists displaying their various works—fine and original pieces covering a full spectrum of media and prices. 10 A.M.-5 P.M. Las Olas Boulevard 7 MARCH Jazz Brunch Free concert first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District Richard Nader’s Doo Wop Reunion XI Starring Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall of Famers. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 9 MARCH Kiri Te Kanawa Enjoy a rare concert event with one of the greatest sopranos ever. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 10 MARCH Jazzin’ Elvis Come and hear Cyrus Chestnut and his Trio as they offer a fresh jazzy outlook on a variety of jazz standards and some of the most popular Elvis Presley tunes. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 70

Lecture and Lunch Series Lecture series with Dahlia Morgan, former director of the Frost Museum at Florida International University. Lunch in the Marks Gallery follows the lecture. Sponsored by the Friends of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500 Singer Songwriters Series Local, national and international talent come together in South Florida to showcase their musical abilities. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

Moon River, Mercer and Me Sensational jazz vocalist and pianist Tony DeSare is topping the charts. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 11 MARCH Gordon Lightfoot The five-time Grammy-nominated Canadian singer will dazzle audiences with his musical serenade. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 12 MARCH Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Maestro JoAnn Falletta brings the renowned Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra to Parker Playhouse. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 12 THROUGH 14 MARCH Miami City Ballet Program IV Dances at a Gathering features 10 dancers, live Chopin piano music, endlessly beautiful and original invention—a celebration of dance, dancers and life. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 13 AND 14 MARCH Chipollino Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida presents Chipollino. 3 P.M., 6 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 14 MARCH The Original South Florida Follies This high energy Broadway style extravaganza features dancers, showgirls, specialty acts, singers and much more, keeping the Follies tradition alive. 1:45 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 16 MARCH Today’s Broadway Enjoy the Broadway music you love, from Mamma Mia, Jersey Boys, Wicked, The Producers, Spamalot and more. Presented by Florida Sunshine Pops. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

16 THROUGH 28 MARCH In the Heights Winner of four 2008 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this is a sensational new show about chasing your dreams and finding your true home. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 17 THROUGH 21 MARCH Food Fight This hysterical and heartfelt new musical comedy pokes fun at our universal obsession with fighting the fat and the one topic on the tip of everyone’s tongue: food! 3 P.M., 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 21 MARCH The Little Engine that Could The children’s story about the power of positive thinking is set to song and dance. 11 A.M., 1 P.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-602-4500 23 MARCH Carmen One of the most beloved operas of all-time. Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Miramar Cultural Center 954-602-4500 Tchaikovsky Piano Concert No. 2 A staple of the concert repertoire, the Tchaikovsky No. 2 will be masterfully interpreted by Argentinean pianist Ricardo Roel. Presented by Symphony of the Americas. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 25 MARCH Carmen One of the most beloved operas of all-time. Presented by Gold Coast Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 26 MARCH Second City Celebrate 50 years of laughter with the legendary Second City comedy troupe. 8:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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28 MARCH Jason Bishop The dazzling young illusionist’s magical feats are truly a treat for the senses. 3 P.M., 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 31 MARCH Gilberto Gil See this iconic singer, composer and guitarist astonish audiences with his many talents. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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with a cappella performance. 7:30 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 4 APRIL Jazz Brunch Free concert first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District 6 THROUGH 18 APRIL The Color Purple From the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, and the moving film by Steven Spielberg, comes a soulstirring new musical and landmark Broadway event. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 7 THROUGH 18 APRIL Dixie’s Tupperware Party The hilarious, fast-talking Tupperware Lady, Dixie Longate, throws a party you won’t soon forget. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222

ONGOING Panorama of the Past History of Florida including Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

9 APRIL Riverwalk Get Downtown Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s largest outdoor cocktail party, offering the best of the city’s restaurants and bars. Las Olas Place 954-468-1541

Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431 Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal teaches you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 River Ghost Tours Every Sunday at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced, with a river boat ride to follow. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 ONGOING THROUGH 27 JUNE Laffing Matterz The best of dinner theater with the hilarity of topical satire on every subject from the traffic on I-95 to national politics, and everything in between. Broward Center 954-462-0222

10 APRIL 101 Years of Broadway The vocal brilliance of five of Broadway’s finest talents, the virtuosity of an amazing band, and songs from The Great White Way’s greatest hits are brought together in Neil Berg’s spectacular Broadway revue. 2 P.M., 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 11 APRIL The Emperor’s New Clothes Hans Christian Andersen’s classic tale of the vain emperor and silent subjects recast as a musical. 11 A.M., 1 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 12 THROUGH 18 APRIL Menopause: The Musical A humorous celebration of women and “the change.” Matinee and evening performances Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

1 APRIL The 12 A thrilling new theatrical concert unlike anything ever experienced. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 3 APRIL The Blanks Also known as “Ted’s Band” from the popular TV show Scrubs, this quartet of friends will delight audiences

14 APRIL South Florida Jazz Divas Brenda Alford, Maria Marshall, Wendy Pedersen and Nicole Yarling jazz it up a notch with members of the Gold Coast Jazz band. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 17 APRIL Mad Hatter’s Tea An occasion to bring your favorite mother, grandmother,

niece, aunt or beloved friend to savor a plethora of finger sandwiches, cookies and cakes while sipping tea under the canopy. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 18 APRIL Mozart’s Requiem Presented by the Master Chorale of South Florida, with Boca Raton Symphonia and soloists. 3 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 20 APRIL Singer Songwriters Series Local, national and international talent come together in South Florida to showcase musical abilities. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Joaquin Achúcarro The distinguished Spanish pianist joins the Symphony of the Americas for a performance of the Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra by Cesar Franck. 8:15 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Lecture and Lunch Series sponsored by the Friends of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale Lecture series with Dahlia Morgan, former director of the Frost Museum at Florida International University. Lunch in the Marks Gallery follows the lecture. Sponsored by the Friends of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500 20 THROUGH 25 APRIL The Kosher Cheerleader “A truish, Jewish love story,” presented by American Theater Festival, National Jewish Theater, and the Broward Center. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222 23 APRIL Key West Symphony Orchestra Ending its inaugural season at the Broward Center with Prokofiev’s Second Piano Concerto. 8PM Broward Center 954-462-0222 30 APRIL THROUGH 2 MAY Riverdance Traditional Irish step dancing. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222

May 2010 ONGOING Panorama of the Past History of Florida including Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

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a&e SEASON CALENDAR MOZART’S REQUIEM

30 MAY Israeli Dance Festival Israeli Dance Festival featuring 500 dancers from around the world. 7 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222

June 2010 ONGOING Panorama of the Past History of Florida including Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431

The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431 Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal will be at the Stranahan House to teach you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 River Ghost Tours Every Sunday at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced as you enjoy a brief introduction inside Stranahan House and a delightful river boat ride. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 ONGOING THROUGH 27 JUNE Laffing Matterz The best of dinner theater with the hilarity of topical satire on every subject from the traffic on I-95 to national politics, and everything in between. Broward Center 954-462-0222 1 MAY Lyle Lyle Crocodile Prepare for lots of laughter and fun with Lyle Lyle Crocodile. Based on the beloved books by Bernard Waber, this musical version is fun for everyone. 11 A.M., 1 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 2 MAY Jazz Brunch Free concert first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District

5 MAY Butterfly: Story of a Life Cycle Go on a fascinating journey into the insect world right on stage. 10 A.M., 11:30 A.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 12 MAY Jazz on the Latin Side: Negroni’s Trio Don’t miss this exciting trio, nominated for the 2008 Album of the Year. Presented by Gold Coast Jazz. 7:45 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 13 AND 15 MAY Carmen George’s Bizet’s time-honored opera about the beautiful gypsy who loves only those who don’t love her. One of the most beloved operas of all-time. Presented by Florida Grand Opera. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 15 MAY Ballet Gala Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida presents Ballet Gala. 6 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 18 MAY Singer Songwriters Series Local, national and international talent come together in South Florida to showcase their musical abilities. 8 P.M. Broward Center 954-462-0222 Lecture and Lunch Series sponsored by the Friends of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale Lecture series with Dahlia Morgan, former director of the Frost Museum at Florida International University. A box lunch in the Marks Gallery follows the lecture. Sponsored by the Friends of the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale. Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale 954-525-5500

The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431 Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal teaches you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 River Ghost Tours Every Sunday at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced; enjoy a delightful river boat ride. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 ONGOING THROUGH 27 JUNE Laffing Matterz The best of dinner theater with the hilarity of topical satire on every subject from traffic on I-95 to national politics, and everything in between. Broward Center 954-462-0222 ONGOING THROUGH 30 JUNE BAMM Month Your membership at Fort Lauderdale History Center, Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale and Historic Stranahan House Museum permits you to visit other participating museums free of charge. bamminfo.org 954-364-5205 6 JUNE Jazz Brunch Free concert first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District 10 THROUGH 27 JUNE Mary Poppins Combining the best of the original stories by P.L. Travers and the beloved Walt Disney film, this is everything you

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want in a Broadway musical—and more. Matinee and evening performances Broward Center 954-462-0222 19 JUNE Juneteenth Celebration 3 P.M. Old Dillard Museum 754-322-8828

July 2010 ONGOING Panorama of the Past History of Florida including Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 The Way to Fort Lauderdale The history of film making in Broward County Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Traveler’s Room: Circa 1908 Fort Lauderdale History Center 954-463-4431 Pioneer Lifestyle Exhibits King-Cromartie House 954-463-4431

Intro to Ghost Hunting Realm Chasers Paranormal teaches you how to do your own paranormal investigations. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 River Ghost Tours Every Sunday at 7:30 p.m., weather permitting. The spirits of colorful characters of Fort Lauderdale’s early days are introduced as you enjoy a brief introduction inside Stranahan House and a delightful river boat ride. Stranahan House 954-524-4736 4 JULY Jazz Brunch Free concert and actvities first Sunday each month, along Riverwalk. 11 A.M.-2 P.M. Arts & Entertainment District 22 JULY THROUGH 1 AUGUST Flamenco in the Sun This festival brings you the best of traditional and contemporary flamenco. Come enjoy everything from delicious tapas and wines to exciting performances by renowned flamenco artists. See dramatic photography, stunning costumes and explore this unique Spanish tradition. Throughout the Riverwalk A&E District. Check RiverwalkAE.com for specific event details. 954-462-0222

24 JULY The Fab Faux Since its formation in the spring of 1998, this Beatles tribute band has created a serious buzz. 8 P.M. Parker Playhouse 954-462-0222

August 2010 14 AUGUST Memories of Elvis In 1977, we lost one of the greatest entertainers and pop culture icons of our time. Are you still lonesome for the energy, charisma and voice of the King of Rock ’N’ Roll? Chris MacDonald pays tribute to the life and music of Elvis Presley. Broward Center 954-462-0222

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Symphony of the Americas Celebrates its 23rd Season Ft. Lauderdale’s own Symphony of the AmeriFt.under Lauderdale’s owndirection Symphony of the Americas, the artistic of award-winning cas, under the artistic direction ofisaward-winning Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese, celebrating its Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese, celebrating 22nd season, bringing the best of is classical musicits 22nd bringingpopulation the best ofofclassical music to theseason, multi-cultural South Florida, to the multi-cultural population of Southwith Florida, presenting diverse orchestral repertoire presenting diverse repertoire with international guestorchestral artists in the Amaturo Theatre international guest artists Amaturo Theatre of the Broward Center for in thethe Performing Arts, of Broward Center theseason Performing Arts, its the performance home. for Each features its performance features world premiereshome. of new Each worksseason by Latin Ameriworld premieresand of new worksprinted by Latinprograms. American composers bi-lingual can composers and bi-lingual printed All pre-concert activities feature wine programs. tastings, All pre-concertmusical activities feature wine tastings, multi-cultural lobby presentations, and multi-cultural musical lobby presentations, and pre-concert lectures. pre-concert lectures. Maestro Brooks-Bruzzese, a 2009 honoree of Maestro Brooks-Bruzzese, a 2009Unity, honoree South Florida’s renowned Hispanic andof South Florida’s renowned Unity, and recently honored with the Hispanic prestigious “Hispanic recently with prestigious Heritagehonored Award for thethe Arts” televised“Hispanic from the Heritage the Arts” televised from the Kennedy Award Centerfor in recognition for his lifelong Kennedy in recognition for his lifelong work as a Center world-renowned conductor, as well work a world-renowned conductor, as wellto as his as dedication to promote classical music as his dedication promote youth throughouttothe world, classical has beenmusic hailedto in youth theofworld, has been in major throughout music capitals the world fromhailed Budapest major music capitals of the world from Budapest to Johannesburg, for his “inspiring ingenious to for his “inspiring ingenious andJohannesburg, electrifying musical artistry”. He has been and electrifying musical artistry”. He has been critically acclaimed in guest appearances with critically acclaimed in guest appearances with the prestigious Capetown Opera, at Amsterdam’s the prestigious Capetown Opera, at Amsterdam’s magniﬁcent Congertgebouw, Budapest’s famed magniﬁcent Congertgebouw, famed Vigado Theater, the esteemedBudapest’s Teatro Colon in Vigado theinesteemed Teatro Colonwith in Buenos Theater, Aires, and annual performances Buenos Aires, and in annual performances with

the legendary Berlin Symphony. theThe legendary Berlin Symphony alsoSymphony. has taken a leadership role Symphony also taken aCenter leadership role in The partnership with thehas Broward in fosterin with the Broward in fosteringpartnership cultural relations with all the Center Americas, initiing cultural relations withthroughout all the Americas, initiating musical exchanges 4 continents ating musical throughoutmusic 4 continents as a part of itsexchanges 6-week Summerfest festival, as a partacclaimed of its 6-week Summerfest music festival, hosting European chamber orchestras hosting acclaimed European as Hungarian Virtuosi, Czechchamber Virtuosi,orchestras & I Musici as Hungarian Virtuosi,musicians & I Musici among others,Virtuosi, togetherCzech with selected among others, together with selected of the Symphony of the Americas in amusicians cultural of the Symphony of the Americas in a Brookscultural exchange under the baton of Maestro exchange under the baton Maestro BrooksBruzzese and based at the of Broward Center. Bruzzese and basedcollaborator, at the Broward As a community theCenter. Symphony As a community collaborator, Symphony performs outreach concert seriesthe in Weston, the performs outreach concert series in Weston, the Hollywood Arts Park, Miami, Miramar, Deerfield Hollywood Park, Miramar, Deerfield Beach, BocaArts Raton andMiami, Boynton Beach. Concerts Beach, Boca Raton Beach.compact Concerts are captured on PBSand andBoynton international are on PBS and international compact disccaptured recordings. disc recordings. The Symphony is dedicated to improving the TheofSymphony is dedicated to magic improving the lives our children through the of musical lives of our children through the magicmasof musical investigations. Instrument workshops, investigations. master classes withInstrument world-classworkshops, guest artists, open ter classes and withfull world-class artists,offer opena rehearsals concerts guest for students rehearsals and full concerts for offer a range of vibrant experiences to students stretch young range vibrant experiences to stretch young mindsof and senses. Outreach programs reach over minds senses. Outreach programs reach over 35,000 and people. 35,000 people. Bringing the best of classical music to the Bringing the best of classical music toofthe people of South Florida, the Symphony the people of South Florida, the contribution Symphony ofitthe Americas takes pride in the makes Americas takesenvironment. pride in the contribution it makes to our cultural to our cultural environment.

- Stephen A. Keller Guest Artist Series October 20, 2009 Enrique Graf & Ciro Foderé, Piano Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month December 8, 2009 Florida’s Singing Sons, Holiday Music January 12, 2010 From Opera to Broadway March 23, 2010 Ricardo Roel, Piano, All-Tchaikovsky April 20, 2010 Honoring Joaquín Achúcarro, Piano, 50 Years On Stage

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GETTING AROUND IT’S EASY TO EXPLORE THE RIVERWALK ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT.

“The District” refers generally to the area of downtown Fort Lauderdale beginning at Avenue of the Arts (to the west) and continuing along the Riverwalk, Himmarshee Boulevard and Las Olas Boulevard almost as far as the Intracoastal Waterway (to the east). It is located near Fort Lauderdale’s famous beaches and only minutes away from major highways, Port Everglades and Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport. Whether you come by car or cab, arrive by water taxi or Sun Trolley, a fantastic experience is in store. Once you’re there, getting around is easy. Most attractions are within an easy walk. Alternatively, just wave and the Sun Trolley will stop for you and take you to your next District destination. Or, for a real Riverwalk treat, travel by rickshaw from place to place. 74

TRAVELING BY CAR • FROM INTERSTATE 95: Exit Broward Boulevard east. Right on Avenue of the Arts (Southwest Seventh Avenue). Left on Himmarshee Street (Southwest Second Street). Parking available in garages along this street before and after railroad tracks and at Las Olas Riverfront. To access Las Olas Boulevard, turn right on Andrews Avenue and left on Las Olas Boulevard. • FROM FEDERAL HIGHWAY (U.S. 1): Broward Boulevard west. Left on Andrews Avenue. Right on Southwest Second Street. Parking available in garages along this street before and after railroad tracks and at Las Olas Riverfront. To access Las Olas Boulevard, continue on Andrews Avenue past Southwest Second Street and turn left on Las Olas Boulevard.

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• PARKING: Metered spaces are available. The Arts & Entertainment Garage, located at the corner of Southwest Fifth Avenue and Southwest Second Street, anchors the west end of The District; rates are $7 (Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-6 p.m.) and $12 (Monday-Friday, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.; all day Saturday and Sunday). Valet parking is available at Las Olas Riverfront, during performances at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, and during many special events at Fort Lauderdale History Center. Parking is free with paid admission to Historic Stranahan House Museum.

Bus service with links to MiamiDade and Palm Beach county systems. 954-357-8400 or broward.org/bct

• TMAX EXPRESS SHUTTLE: Free downtown/beaches shuttle. 954-761-3543

• TRI-RAIL: Rapid rail service from West Palm Beach to Miami. Exit Fort Lauderdale Station (Broward Boulevard). Transportation from the station to Riverwalk by Tri-Rail Shuttle. 800-874-7245 or tri-rail.com

• WATER TAXI: Boat-based transportation, operating daily 9 a.m.-midnight. Tickets are $13

with unlimited boarding at 11 stops, including stops 9 (Southeast Ninth Avenue and Las Olas Boulevard) and 11 (Las Olas Riverfront at Briny Pub). 954-4676677 or watertaxi.com

• SUN TROLLEY: Serving the Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District and all of downtown. Hail the trolley at any point along the route. 954-761-3543 or suntrolley.com • OCEAN VIEW RICKSHAW: Pedicab service. 954-561-2808 or oceanviewrickshaw.com • YELLOW CAB: Taxi service. 954-777-7777 or taxi9547777777.com

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All addresses in Fort Lauderdale, unless noted BAL HARBOUR SHOPS

Performing Arts

Museums

Cinema/Film

Broadway in Fort Lauderdale P.O. Box 4603 800-764-0700 broadwayacrossamerica.com

African-American Research Library & Cultural Center 2650 Sistrunk Blvd. 954-625-2800 broward.org/library/aarlcc.htm

AutoNation IMAX Theater 401 S.W. Second St. 954-467-6637 | mods.org

Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 S.W. Fifth Ave. 954-462-0222 | browardcenter.org Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park 433 Plaza Real, Boca Raton 561-368-8445 | centre4artsboca.com Florida Grand Opera 221 S.W. Third Ave. 954-728-9700 | fgo.org Gold Coast Jazz Society 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. 954-524-0805 | goldcoastjazz.org Miami City Ballet 2200 Liberty Ave., Miami Beach 305-929-7000 | miamicityballet.org Parker Playhouse 707 N.E. Eighth St. 954-462-0222 | parkerplayhouse.com Symphony of the Americas 199 N. Ocean Blvd., Suite 200, Pompano Beach 954-545-0088 | symphonyoftheamericas.com

Boca Raton Museum of Art 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton 561-392-2500 | bocamuseum.org Bonnet House 900 N. Birch Road 954-563-5393 | bonnethouse.org Broward County Library and Cultural Information Center 100 S. Andrews Ave. 954-357-7444 | broward.org/library Fort Lauderdale History Center 219 S.W. Second Ave. 954-463-4431 | oldfortlauderdale.org Historic Stranahan House Museum 335 S.E. Sixth Ave. 954-524-4736 | stranahanhouse.org Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale Nova Southeastern University 1 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-525-5500 | moafl.org Museum of Discovery and Science 401 S.W. Second St. 954-467-6637 | mods.org

Cinema Paradiso 503 S.E. Sixth St. 954-760-9099 | cinemaparadiso.org Las Olas Riverfront Sunrise Cinemas 300 S.W. First Ave. 954-761-9400 | sunrisecinema.com

Festivals Festival of the Arts BOCA 866-571-2787 | festivaloftheartsboca.com Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival 1314 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 007 954-760-9099 | fliff.com Las Olas Boulevard Association 904 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-937-7386 | lasolasboulevard.com Las Olas Riverfront 300 S.W. First Ave., Suite 150 954-522-6556 | riverfrontfl.com Sunday Jazz Brunch 954-828-5363 ci.ftlaud.fl.us/events/jazzbrunch/ jazzbrunch.htm

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Viva Broward! 1975 E. Sunrise Blvd., Suite 527 954-527-0627 | vivabroward.com

Transportation Arts & Entertainment District Parking Garage 101 S.W. Fifth Ave. 954-828-3700 | ci.ftlaud.fl.us/parking Ocean View Rickshaw 954-561-2808 | oceanviewrickshaw.com South Florida Sun Trolley 954-761-3543 | suntrolley.com Water Taxi 954-467-6677 | watertaxi.com Yellow Cab 954-777-7777 | taxi9547777777.com

At’s A Pizza 1509 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-522-2935

Golden Lyon Bar, at the Riverside Hotel 620 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-0671

Cero Restaurant, at The Ritz-Carlton 1 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. 954-465-2300

The Grill Room, at the Riverside Hotel 620 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-2555

The Cheesecake Factory 600 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-463-1999 Chima 2400 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-712-0580 da Campo Osteria, at il Lugano 3333 NE 32nd Ave. 954-226-5002 The Floridian Restaurant 1410 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-463-4041 Gran Forno 1235 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-2244

Convention, Visitor, Business and Relocation

Kilwin’s Chocolates and Ice Cream 809 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-523-8338

Broward Alliance / Broward County Film Commission 300 S.E. Second St. 800-741-1420 or 954-525-3113 | browardalliance.org

Mediterranean Market 1021 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-463-1212

Broward County Government, Cultural Division 100 S. Andrews Ave. 954-357-7457 | broward.org/arts City of Fort Lauderdale 100 N. Andrews Ave. 954-828-5000 | fortlauderdale.gov Downtown Development Authority 305 S. Andrews Ave., Suite 301 954-463-6574 | ddaftlaud.com Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce 512 N.E. Third Ave. 954-462-6000 | ftlchamber.com Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau 100 E. Broward Blvd. Suite 200 954-765-4466 | sunny.org Riverwalk Trust P.O. Box 68 954-468-1541 | goriverwalk.com

Restaurants & Nightlife 15th Street Fisheries & Dockside Café 1900 S.E. 15th St. 954-763-2777 3030 Ocean, at Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa 3030 Holiday Drive 954-765-3030

Rino’s Tuscan Grill 1105 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-766-8700

Indigo Restaurant, at the Riverside Hotel 620 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-0671 Johnny V’s 625 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-761-7920 Las Olas Café 922 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-524-4300 Le Café de Paris 715 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-2900 Mancini’s 1017 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-764-5510 Mangos Restaurant and Lounge 904 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-523-5001 Noodles Panini 821 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-1514 Timpano Italian Chophouse 450 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-9119

Shooters Waterfront Café 3033 N.E. 32 Ave. 954-566-2855

City Center at Las Olas

Sushi Rock 1515 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-5541

CJ’s Cafe 200 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-764-4047

Teal Bistro Americana 1103 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-712-8933

Euro Bread & Café 501 S.E. Second St. 954-462-1772

The Grateful Palate 817 S.E. 17th St. 954-467-1998

Japanese Village Hibachi Steakhouse 350 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-525-8386

Trina, at The Atlantic Hotel & Spa 601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. 954-567-8070

La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill 401 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-525-6394

Truluck’s 2584 E. Sunrise Blvd. 954-396-5656

Offerdahl’s Café Grill 401 E. Las Olas Place 954-727-2662

Wild East Asian Bistro 1200 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-828-1888

Samba Room 350 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-468-2000

Las Olas Boulevard Association

Las Olas Riverfront

lasolasboulevard.com

riverfrontfl.com

Big City Tavern 609 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-727-0307

Argie Grill 954-463-2686

Café La Bonne Crêpe 815 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-761-1515

citycenterlasolas.com

Art Bar 954-525-0044 Living Room Night Club 888-992-7555

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DISTRICT DIRECTORY Off the Hookah 954-761-8686 Papaya Gyro 954-759-4567 Riverfront Pizzeria 954-524-2750

Himmarshee Village Southwest Second Street Dicey Riley’s 954-522-1908

Fresh Produce Fashion 912 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-463-8131

Vogue Couture 1034 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-523-6000

Galler Chocolates 920 E. Las Olas Blvd. 877-425-5375

Zola Keller 818 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-3222

Ibiza Las Olas 704 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-522-5002

Regional Destinations

Indigo Palms 607 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-343-9986

Downtowner Saloon & Steakhouse 954-463-9800

Kumbaya 1012 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-768-9004

Himmarshee Bar and Grille / Side Bar 954-524-1818

Las Olas Beauty 1501 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-779-2616

Limoncello 954-525-7656 The River House 954-525-7661

LF Store 916 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-768-9091

Tarpon Bend Food & Tackle 954-523-3233

Maus and Hoffman 800 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-463-1472

T Mex Cantina 954-463-2003

Moda Mario 820 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-3258

Voodoo Lounge 954-522-0733

Objets d’Art 714 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-522-1855

Shopping

Bal Harbour Shops 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour 305-866-0311 | balharbourshops.com Galleria Fort Lauderdale 2414 E. Sunrise Blvd. 954-564-1015 | galleriamall-fl.com Harbor Shops 1815 Cordova Road 954-728-2445 | theharborshops.com Mizner Park 433 Plaza Real, Boca Raton 561-362-0606 | miznerpark.com Sawgrass Mills Sunrise Boulevard at Flamingo Road, Sunrise 954-846-2350 | sawgrassmills.com

Jewelers Daoud’s Fine Jewelry 3525 E. Sunrise Blvd. 954-565-2734 Levinson’s Jewelers 888 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-8880

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Pauline Pocock Antiques 1200 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-525-3400

918 Day Spa 918 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-767-0918

Planet Massage 811 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-763-1619

Aldo’s European Men’s Boutique 806 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-7110

Radiance Day Spa 1219 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-524-5533

Galleries

American Soul 810 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-4224

Shop 603 603 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-0900

American Royal Arts 808 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-767-0117

Bennett Uomo 1209 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-9440

Silver Street International 611 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-525-0073

Ikenga 1318 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-2400

Carroll’s Jewelers 915 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-463-3711

Sophy Curson 1508 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-462-7770

Las Olas Fine Arts 701 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-767-0063

Casa Chameleon 619 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-763-2543

Tommy Bahama 1002 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-527-8868

Minds Eye Gallery 615 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-522-8766

Chico’s 833 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-763-4297

Underwraps Intimate Apparel 823 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-522-2227

Native Visions Galleries 807 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-767-9714

Flora Ottimer 713 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-463-2292

Victoria’s Bridal Couture 1302 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-522-1678

New River Fine Art 914 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-524-2100

Las Olas Boulevard Association

Piaget 9700 Collins Ave., Suite 125, Bal Harbour 305-861-5475

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DISTRICT DIRECTORY Paradise Art 1016 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-524-2100

Gallery One 2670 E. Sunrise Blvd. 954-565-3800

Villa Venezia 132 Isle of Venice Drive 954-832-0981

Regency Gallery 801 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-463-8389

Hampton Inn City Center 250 N. Andrews Ave. 800-426-7866

W Fort Lauderdale 401 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. 954-414-8200

Saba Gallery 1015 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-467-5745

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort 505 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. 954-414-2222

Westin Beach Resort 321 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. 954-467-1111

Seldom Seen 813 E. Las Olas Blvd. 800-872-9884

Holiday Inn Express • Convention Center: 1500 S.E. 17th St. | 954-728-2577 • Air/Sea Port: 1150 W. State Road 84 | 954-828-9905

Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood 954-602-6000

Shades of Light Gallery 613 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-766-2671

Hotels The Atlantic Hotel & Spa 601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. 954-567-8020 Bahia Mar Beach Resort 801 Seabreeze Blvd. 800-531-2478 Beach Villas Apartments & Marina 77 Hendricks Isle 800-429-7623 or 954-525-6900 Best Western • Marina Inn & Yacht: 2150 S.E. 17th St. | 800-327-1390 • Oceanside: 1180 Seabreeze Blvd. | 800367-1007 • Pelican Beach: 2000 N. Atlantic Blvd. | 800-525-6232 Comfort Suites Airport & Cruise Port 1800 S. Federal Highway 800-760-0000 Coral Reef Guesthouse 2609 N.E. 13th Court 888-365-6948 Courtyard by Marriott, Fort Lauderdale Beach 440 Seabreeze Blvd. 866-273-9593 Days Inn • Downtown: 1700 W. Broward Blvd. | 954463-2500 • Bahia Cabana Beach: 3001 Harbor Drive | 800-323-2244 Embassy Suites 1100 S.E. 17th St. 800-362-2779 Extended Stay America • 1450 S.E. 17th St. Causeway | 954-761-9055 • 5851 N. Andrews Ave. | 954-776-9447 Fort Lauderdale Grande Hotel & Yacht Club 1881 S.E. 17th St. 866-380-1110

Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale North 1851 S.E. 10th Ave. 954-763-7670 Hyatt Regency Pier 66 2301 S.E. 17th St. 800-327-3796 il Lugano 3333 N.E. 32nd Ave. 954-566-4400 Lago Mar Hotel Resort and Club 1700 S. Ocean Lane 800- 524-6627 Marriott • BeachPlace Towers: 21 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. | 800-845-5279 • Fort Lauderdale North: 6650 N. Andrews Ave. | 800-343-2459 • Harbor Beach Resort & Spa: 3030 Holiday Drive | 800-222-6543 The Pillars at New River Sound 111 N. Birch Road 954-467-9639 Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Hotel 1617 S.E. 17th St. 800- 468-3571 The Ritz-Carlton Fort Lauderdale 1 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd. 954-465-2300

Miscellaneous Comcast Cable TV, Internet and telephone service 1139 N. Federal Highway 954-252-1937 | comcast.com Finn Realty Real estate brokerage 1998 E. Sunrise Blvd. 954-258-7967 Mercedes-Benz of Fort Lauderdale Automobiles 2411 S. Federal Highway 877-676-2594 | mercedesbenzfortlauderdale.com Publix Supermarkets Groceries, pharmacy, other provisions Locations throughout Florida publix.com Roche Bobois Home furnishings • 360 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables | 305444-1016 • 450 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables | 305444-1017 roche-bobois.com Sun-Sentinel South Florida news and information 200 E. Las Olas Blvd. 954-356-4000 | sun-sentinel.com

Riverside Hotel 620 E. Las Olas Blvd. 800-325-3280 Riviera Resort Apartments & Marina 20 Isle of Venice Drive 954-764-4800 The Royal Palms Resort 2901 Terramar St. 800-237-7256 Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 1 Seminole Way 954-327-7501 Sheraton Yankee Clipper Beach Hotel 1140 Seabreeze Blvd. 888-627-7108

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