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BY ANTWYONE INGRAM Already nearing the second month of 2012, more than half of you have successfully disregarded your New Year’s resolutions – it happens. The fitness resolutions have been replaced with Twinkies and remote controls, the love and relationship resolutions have been replaced with the renewing of Grindr Xtra and Manhunt accounts, and the “a whole new me” resolutions are the people with the same pretentious attitude. None of the above should be surprising, nor should you be too hard on yourself; simply blame Miami. Probably the worst habit of Miami inhabitants is blaming the city for their increasingly unhealthy behavior and not-so-hospitable demeanor, and the gay community wears this hat extremely well. Often times, some of us rather not take responsibility for our actions so we blame our surroundings, as if Miami has some unsightly supernatural force that encourages us to be, for lack of a better word – assholes. I’m not quite sure where heterosexual people get that the gay community in general is the most welcoming community of them all,, and I’m not quite sure who told them the gay lifestyle was Sesame Street, but not all gay people operate that way. It’s a very sad truth but there is an overabundance of prejudice and discrimination within our community that has become increasingly overwhelming for some gay men. As a result, many gay men chose to remove themselves from the scene, or conform to which scene they “think” they fit into. This is a problem; gay men shouldn’t let their surroundings or any particular scenes define who they are, nor should they let the attitude of those around them influence their own. Individuality is not unattractive, there are enough “carbon copies” pumping around Miami. I’m not encouraging you to be a hippy, Mormon, gay rights activist, or wear meat dresses like Lady Gaga because you were “Born This Way,” but just remember who the hell you were prior to moving to Miami. Don’t let Miami (or your correlating scene) consume you. You still have values, you still have morals (well, not everyone), and you still have integrity. Being gay does not make anyone less of a man, so retire your flock of Heathers and hang up that whole Mean Girls scenario because, at the end of the day, you are still a man, you still have a scrotum, and being holier-than-thou “just because” is not a good look on anyone.

BY MICHAEL W. SASSER Every once in a while, democracy is dragged out of the philosophy closet and paraded around as a noble means to any end. For those students out there, let me point out that the US was never intended to be a democracy nor has it ever been one. We’re a constitutional republic, which means governance by representatives who are limited in their scope of power by constitution and precedent (to a lesser extent). Democracy is an undesirable social goal. Ask any Roman left over from the fall of the Empire. Democracy, entitlements and coveting led to the collapse of the Empire -- ironically as it is doing in the US, but that’s for another column. But once in a while the political class whips out the majority rule, or has a public vote forced upon them. Whoever supports the idea throws around platitudes like “let the people speak” and “it should be a community decision.” Of course simultaneously they’re manipulating media and buying off special interest votes with one promise or another. Just let the people decide by voting, and then by golly, we know [fill in the issue] will work out just fine! Hogwash. Yes, voters can make a difference on stark issues such as dumping a corrupt and incompetent county government. But that is the exception that proves the rule -- a rule that the political class can manipulate 99 percent of public votes if it is unified. That’s exactly what the current discussion over a vote on the possibility of changing the laws governing casino gambling is all about. It’s a distraction. Were it to ever happen, understand that the goal would be alleviating elected politicians of any responsibility for the outcome, and instead placing that responsibility on the electorate. Of course the objective of the political class is the influx of campaign cash that casinos would bring; and you can bet that much of the ruling class would exert all of its collective power to bring this cash cow to South Florida.

It’s unfortunate, but the unity of the gay community that was present in the Stonewall era is long gone. Gay Pride has become less pride and more party. We cry wolf when someone stereotypes our culture, but who is giving them reason to? I’ll wait for your answer; it’s not a trick question.

Power in the form of influencing media during the debate period ahead of any possible vote. Power as in buying off high-profile community institutions that are all too easily manipulated when the promise of financial support arises. Power in the form of a disingenuous campaign. All of that power would be employed to make a public vote go the way the political class wants it to. And it would have all the resources of the gambling industry at its disposal. Self-determination is good. Voting is preferable to rule by fiat. But let’s not be fooled into thinking it’s a panacea or even a legitimate means to determine the gaming issue. It’s just another system of control and influence.

Let the theme of this year be individuality with a sprinkle of idiosyncrasy (look it up). All of this “follow the leader” fuckery is for the birds - food for thought.

Author and journalist Michael W. Sasser’s commentary on all things political appears exclusively in Wire Magazine. Your e-mail is welcome at Michael@Wireweekly.com.

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In Madonna’s first television appearance, the fresh-faced 25 year-old uttered the words “I wanna rule the world.” Ever since those words fell from her lips back in 1983, the material girl has not only had the world at her feet; she’s kept us talking about what she’s done, what she wore (or didn’t wear) and what she’s going to do next. Between her recent Golden Globe win, her upcoming album and her highly-anticipated Super Bowl halftime show, it’s obvious 2012 will be no different. This Sunday the Queen of Pop is set to tackle the Super Bowl halftime stage. As the big day gets closer, she admits the pressure is doing a number on her nerves. During an appearance on The Tonight Show she admitted, “It’s the most nerve-wracking thing I’ve ever done. The Super Bowl is kind of the holy of holies. It’s the sacred show of America. And I have to go on in the middle of that holy of holies and put on the greatest show that was ever been put on before…It’s a little bit like a circus act – get in there, roll out my carpet, put on my show and get the f– off.” Her flash concert at the 50−yard line hasn’t been lost on her critics either; mainly a certain British Golden Globe nominee who offered this advice via Billboard.com: “Make sure you lip-sync good.” Oh, Elton. Let’s keep the green on the field, shall we? No beautiful stranger to the magic of marketing, Madonna’s Super Bowl stint conveniently coincides with the release of her new single “Give Me All Your Luvin” from her upcoming album, M.D.N.A. The ecstatic new album (scheduled to touch down on March 26) is also the first down of a $120 million play Madonna recently penned with Live Nation Entertainment and Interscope Records. For her 12th studio album, Madge huddled up with some of the hottest names in dance music including Martin Solveig and Benny Benassi. In true Madonna fashion, the diva teased us earlier this week with a peek at her Mert and Marcus shot album cover and news of the “GMAYL” video premiering on the February 2 episode of American Idol. The official track will be released worldwide the next day, leading up to what’s expected to be the gayest Super Bowl ever. L-U-V Madonna! The 46th Super Bowl takes place this Sunday, February 5 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis and will air live on NBC. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30PM. If you’re a recording artist, producer or musician and would like your work featured on TOP TRAX, hit me up at Alfredo@wireweekly.com. 7 | wire magazine | issue #5, 2012 | www.wireweekly.com | facebook | twitter

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Life Ball is Europe’s biggest HIV/AIDS benefit shebang. For the fourth year running, Steele Luxury Travel is your exclusive US-based operator to this fabulous phantasmagoria of frenetic fantasy that every year morphs Austria’s capital, Vienna, the Imperial City, into a veritable wonderland where the world’s greatest fighters in the battle against HIV/AIDS team up with luminaries from the worlds of haute couture, government, and entertainment—where else can you see Bill Clinton and Amanda Lepore rub shoulders? - to create an event that could have drifted out of a unicorn’s dream. The Life Ball is the glittery brainchild of the non-profit organization AIDS LIFE, which was founded in 1993 by Gery Keszler and Torgom Petrosian, and pulls in A-listers like Janet Jackson, Sharon Stone and Brooke Shields as attendees. Each year, the gala carries a theme; starting in 2009, a cycle of the four alchemic elements began: Water (“Let Love Flow”), Earth (“Sow the Seeds of Solidarity”), Air (“Spread the Wings of Tolerance!”), and now, on May 19, 2012, the primordial power of Fire takes the stage with “Fight the Flames of Ignorance!” It all serves to bring attention to a disease that has not yet been cured, and, much worse, is being written off as a serious threat because of current therapies. Bedecked in glitter and opulence on a mind-boggling scale, the Life Ball transforms the historic Viennese City Hall and Square into a Never Never Land of light and sound, music and dance. Indulging guests with an iridescent show comprising of live concerts by international stars, razzle-dazzle performances, and culinary surprises, the Ball culminates in a no-such-thing-as-overkill fashion show where the likes of Donatella Versace, Calvin Klein, and Jean Paul Gaultier have each left their mark. Having assisted party-goers on the trip to Vienna, Steele Luxury Travel will welcome travelers to Austria before ensconcing them in the uber-lux Ring Hotel. Steele has assured that while one party may wind down, others take its place. Prior to the Life Ball, an exclusive tour of the Demel confectionary house and a grand post-Life Ball Sunday brunch await; and then it is off to Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic and “City of a Hundred Spires.” Spending two nights at the 5-star Roccoforte Augustine Prague, Steele travelers will be treated to three unforgettable days in this fairy tale of a city, taking in historic sites such as the majestic Prague Castle, the Wallenstein Garden, and the famous Charles Bridge, before sitting down to the fine Czech culinary traditions unique to Central Europe. Full details of this travel experience can be found at www.steeletravel.com/lifeball. You can also visit Steele Travel Blog (www.steeletravelblog.com) for more information. 8 | wire magazine | issue #5, 2012 | www.wireweekly.com | facebook | twitter

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WIRE COVER: ODYSSEO: THE EQUESTRIAN MAGIC OF CAVALIA

BY JAMES CUBBY PHOTOS PROVIDED BY CAVALIA Have you ever experienced a dream? Odysseo, the new show from Cavalia, is like a beautiful equestrian dream unfolding before your eyes, a voyage through space and time, an exploration of nature’s greatest wonders – deserts, waterfalls, canyons, glaciers, all created by brilliant awe-inspiring projections and visual effects. Odysseo is a journey into the imagination presented in the world’s largest traveling big top, built especially for this show. Odysseo, a show like none you’ve seen before, features 71 beautiful horses – 12 different breeds, 45 riders, 10 acrobats, and 6 musicians. Odysseo, unlike a dream, is an unforgettable experience. Superlatives cannot describe the beauty of this show - it reminds me of the famous words spoken by one of the greatest showmen on earth when describing his circus. “Ladies and gentlemen. Come to the greatest show on earth. Bring the children. Bring the old folks. You can shake the sawdust off your feet, but you can’t shake it outta your heart. Come again, folks. The Greatest Show on Earth.” Odysseo is not a circus but an equestrian spectacle created by Cirque du Soleil co-founder Normand Latourelle with a troupe of talented performers who delight and amaze. Making Miami the second stop on the US tour, Odysseo will indeed delight audiences as it did for its U.S. premiere in Atlanta where it received rave reviews. “A magical combination of strength, beauty, ballet, artistic direction and incredible set design,” wrote Sean McGinnis in Atlanta Magazine. “You must see and experience this show – unlike anything the senses will experience in any other art form!”

WIRE COVER: ODYSSEO: THE EQUESTRIAN MAGIC OF CAVALIA

Miami crowds loved Cavalia when it was here in 2010, but this show will surpass any expectation. “Odysseo is that rarest of rarities, a sequel that significantly improves upon the original,” wrote Howard Pousner of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “Odysseo…is surprising in the way it ups the ante. The follow-up is bigger in every way: larger tent, more powerful in important technical ways, more horses, more and more varied performers, better music that plays a bigger role.”

While the horses are indeed the stars of Odysseo, the humans have their moments of awe-inspiring proportion. The show is packed with riding feats that more than amaze, and aerial performances and acrobatic stunts that are “jaw-dropping.” The troupe of ten African acrobats are speed demons, flipping and jumping, hanging from poles, and doing more somersaults than you can count. A “silks” aerial number – set in a snowbound wonderland featuring four acrobats, four elegant riders and four horses – is not only captivating but As someone who has seen Odysseo, I must also mesmerizing in its beauty. say it’s difficult to find words to describe the sheer spectacle and marvel of the show Odysseo is an evening of visual delights. that passed before my eyes. It was a bal- The second half of the show opens with a let of equine beauty and human skill on a breath-taking image of an African plain stage as large as a hockey rink, a masterful at dawn. Thirty-one horses lay “sleeping” production that pays tribute to the relation- with their trainers snuggled next to their ship humans and horses have forged over sides. The horses, one at a time, get up and thousands of years. Odysseo combines “play” as if they have all the time in the equestrian artistry with amazing Cirque du world to bask in the sun and relax. Soon Soleil-style performances. When the lights the scene is transformed into another giant first come up on the vast stage, covering equestrian choreographed number of cosclose to 27,000 square feet, you’re trans- tumed riders and prancing horses. ported into a world that tricks the eye into believing that you can see for miles. In the Often the horses, masters at performing, first moments of the show, 11 unfettered seem like they are leading the show unachorses wander onstage, casually followed companied by trainers. These horses have by nine trainers, and then the magic be- been hand picked and trained for months gins. before meeting the enthusiastic audiences.

WIRE COVER: ODYSSEO: THE EQUESTRIAN MAGIC OF CAVALIA Benjamin Aillaud, Equestrian Director, is responsible for selecting and training the horses. His love of horses is evident in his care of the horses that he rides before his interview. Born in France, Aillaud began his love affair with horses at an early age. At six he bought his first horse and began jumping, vaulting, and riding. Twice vice-champion of the world and four-time champion of France in four-horse carriage, Aillaud has acted as equestrian director for Cavalia since 2009. “This is not a job,” he says. “My credo is to build a dream and live it and I have. At eight I said I wanted to be a dream transformer and I have achieved that.” His love for horses is also evident in his teaching methods. “It’s important to be gentle,” he says. “I teach with love.” Aillaud choreographs all the horse numbers and works with all the riders. “What we do gives a great feeling to the audience.” And indeed it does. The performers of Odysseo are a unique breed and have become a giant family. Ten nationalities of performers comprise the “cast” of Odysseo, many auditioning several times before being accepted to a Cavalia company. One of the African acrobats came to the auditions with a tape of his family of performers. The company was looking to hire four acrobats but hired ten, a group comprised of family members and friends that have been performing together for three years. These nimble acrobats have the audience screaming with their multiple flips, jumps, and somersaults. Aerialist Andrea Legg, originally from Vancouver, has been with the show from the beginning. “I love the show. It’s a big family.” Choreographer Darren Charles, from the U.K., draws from his vast experience in ballet, contemporary dance, and acrobatics to choreograph Odysseo. He works with the humans. “When working with performers I look for heart, confidence, showmanship,” he says. “They also must be intelligent.” Watching the performers work, on and off stage, one recognizes not only their dedication and hard work but also their love for the job. “This is the life that many of these performers have chosen,” said JeanDavid Pelletier, tour publicist. “They prefer traveling and performing, they would never choose a nine-to-five job.” Odysseo offers those nine-to-fivers an escape into an enchanted three-dimensional forest that comes alive under a sky of moving clouds. The forest transforms before your eyes into several fantastical worlds, an African plain, an expanse of rolling hills, a desert, and an ice forest. Odysseo takes you to a world where dreams and reality intertwine. The visuals are spectacular to the point that you can’t believe what you’re seeing. For the finale, the stage fills with water to create a lake in which 35 horses and their riders gallop at the foot of a waterfall. This effect, which at first seems an illusion, is created by superstrong water pumps that flood the stage with 80,000 gallons of water in three minutes. It’s an incredible image of horses, riders and performers running, galloping, and jumping in this man-made lake. The feeling is of joy and of freedom; the performers and the horses are having the time of their life. Odysseo is a dream, a spectacle, a magical world that will not be forgotten.

“Odysseo is a journey into the imagination presented in the world’s largest traveling big top.”

Cavalia has partnered with the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts for their Miami production of Odysseo. Set in Bicentennial Park in downtown Miami, Odysseo opens February 29. Tickets are available at www.cavalia.net or by calling 1.866.999.8111.

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FEBRUARY - 2 − 8 CONCERTS

Rock band Foreigner hits the stage at the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek on February 2 at 8 p.m.

I Love a Piano, celebrating the music of Irving Berlin, continues at Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre thru February 12.

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GableStage at the Biltmore presents the Broadway hit The Motherf**ker with the Hat thru February 5. Next to Normal, the controversial Broadway hit, plays at the Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre thru February 12. The Bronx Wanderers will recreate the music of the ‘50s and early ‘60s (think Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons and Dion & The Belmonts) at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on February 3.

Free Shakespeare in the Park presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream at The Shell Lumber Stage thru February 29.

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Decadancetheatre is an all-female hip-hop dance company performing at the Arsht Center on February 3 & 4. Grigorovich Ballet Company presents Legends of Russian Ballet at the Fillmore Miami Beach on February 8 Country music icon, Willie Nelson, -10. will be performing, with Family and special guest Elizabeth Cook, at the Miami City Ballet presents Program Broward Center on February 7. II including the New World Symphony presents Sym- world premiere phony with a Splash, conducted by of Viscera at the Edwin Outwater and hosted by Jamie Broward Center February Bernstein, at the New World Center from 3-5. on February 3 & 4 at 7:30 p.m. THEATRE Miami Light Project presents the 13th OPERA annual Here & Now at The Light Box Florida Grand Opera presents Pucat Goldman Warehouse from Febru- cini’s La rondine thru February 4. FGO also brings us Guiseppe Verdi’s ary 2-11. Rigoletto thru February 11, both at the New Theatre presents Winter, a play Arsht Center. by Robert Caisley, at The Roxy Performing Arts Center from February EVENTS Lenelle Moises, nationally recognized 3-19. Haitian-American gay spoken word, Melodies and Memories - At Last cel- poet/writer/playwright, comes to ebrates the music of Harry Warren, Miami for a weeklong residency for who wrote memorable songs like LGBTQ teens, culminating with a per“Lullaby of Broadway” and “42nd formance at Books & Books in Coral Street,” at Aventura Arts & Cultural Gables on February 10. For more information visit www.tigertail.org. Center from February 8-12. Three-time Grammy Award-winner, Keb Mo, brings his African American “folk soul” music to the stage of the South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center on February 4.

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Foodies and wine aficionados take note as the 11th annual edition of the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival is just weeks away. America’s favorite wine and culinary extravaganza has scheduled an impressive itinerary of events for this year’s Festival from February 23-26. One of the featured events is Swine & Wine presented by Pat LaFrieda Meats and hosted by actress Debi Mazar and her husband Gabriele Corcos. Mazar, best known as press agent Shauna Roberts on the HBO series Entourage, and husband Corcos are co-stars of the new cooking series Extra Virgin. Swine & Wine, which has already created quite a buzz for this first-time event, is guaranteed to bring pig roasting to a whole new level. Scheduled for the last day of the Festival, Swine & Wine has gathered an impressive group of chefs and local Miami friends, each with their own special preparation techniques for pig roasting. Set at the Biltmore Hotel, this group of pig slayers will spend the entire day prepping seasonings and rubs that pair well with wines for this walk-around tasting of pork flavors from around the world.

Craklin’ and Pickle Salad. Executive chef, restaurateur and television food personality, Marc Murphy, will undoubtedly entertain the crowds with his Southern Style “Porchetta” with Corn Bread & Andouille Stuffing. Chef Seamus Mullen, owner of Spanish Restaurant Tertulia in New York, will be using Iron Chef talents to prepare Smoked Berkshire Pork Jowl and Whole Suckling Pig. Jorge Padron, owner of Padron Cigars, Mayor Carlos Gimenez and Coach Isiah Thomas will be preparing their pigs “Cuban Style.” Chef Jonathan Waxman, one of the pioneers of California cuisine, will offer up his unique dish of Blood Orange Pig Tacos. Celebrity Chef Marcela Valladolid, author and the host of the Food Network show Mexican Made Easy, will be serving Cochinita Pibil. Swine & Dine guarantees to be a delightful afternoon of tasting. Remember to bring your dancing shoes to kick up your heels to the music of The Chirino Sisters. Food Network’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival’s Swine & Wine is scheduled at the Biltmore Hotel (1200 Anastasia Avenue in Coral Gables) on February 26 from 4-7 p.m. The 2012 Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE is a wine and culinary extravaganza not to be missed. The event takes place February 23-26 and for a complete listing of events, ticket prices, and celebrities visit their website at www.sobefest.com.

Hosts Debi Mazar and husband Gabriele Corcos, will not only make sure the guests are having a great time but will be preparing Tuscan Porchetta sandwiches for everyone to taste. Chef Ingrid Hoffmann, well-known to Miami foodies and fans of Food Network, will be preparing a Mini Pulled Pork Taco Bowl with Guava Salsa Negra and pickled Mustard Seeds. Chef Yuhi Fujinaga, now at the helm of Bar Basque as its Chef de Cuisine, will delight guests with Suckling Pig with Heirloom Bean Casoullet and Morcilla Dip with Chicharones. Chef Mark Ladner, protégé of Mario Batali and Executive Chef at Del Posto in New York, will feature his Bolito Misto Terrina alla Paesana. Chef Linton Hopkins of Restaurant Eugene in Atlanta, will be serving Chopped Smoked Pig, Buttermilk Johnny Cakes, and 18 | wire magazine | issue #5, 2012 | www.wireweekly.com | facebook | twitter

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DINING

BY RAFA CARVAJAL

A DINNER TO REMEMBER! As Publisher and Editor in Chief of Wire Magazine I am fortunate to get invited to a lot of restaurant openings, media dinners, and tastings. Everyone once in a while I have a dining experience that completely exceeds my expectations and I can categorize as exceptional. Such was the case last Wednesday, when STK Miami’s new Executive Chef Aaron Taylor hosted us to a truly mouth-watering and memorable dining experience. Aaron Taylor comes to chic steakhouse STK inside the Gansevoort Miami Beach, with nearly 12 years of experience from such well admired restaurants as the award-winning Pierre’s restaurant in Islamorada, Florida, The Keystone Ranch in Colorado (ranked No. 1 in the state by Zagat) and Meat Market in Miami Beach. “STK has always been one of my favorite restaurants in Miami,” says Chef Taylor. “I admire its stylish adaptation of American steakhouse classics and was honored when The ONE Group approached me with the opportunity to bring a new energy to the menu.” Aaron Taylor is passionate for the use of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, and he has infused a variation of local seafood and game dishes into STK’s menu. Our five-course dinner gave me the opportunity to enjoy some phenomenal dishes. We started with a delightful Buratta Salad with homestead heirloom tomato, Kalamata olive, basil and sea salt. Our second course was a Hawaiian Heart of Palm Salad made with fresh – not canned – hearts of palm with local citrus, avocado, arugula, and a tasty Habanero vinaigrette that left me craving for more. This salad also reminded me of my childhood in Costa Rica eating fresh, locally grown hearts of palm – there is nothing like it. The next dish was a Sea Bass that melted in my mouth. It was heavenly! So much so that I had to personally compliment Chef Taylor on how amazing it was. He accompanied it with pickled onions, Edamame, oyster mushrooms, and a yummy passion fruit sauce. The fourth course was a Chili Rubbed Rack of Lamb with roasted baby beets, maple sweet potato, complemented with a wonderful rosemary port demi. Our fifth course was a phenomenal Dry Aged Bone in Rib-Eye that was so tender it also melted in my mouth – proof positive of a perfect menu item in a great steakhouse. Our dessert sampler was also fantastic. I highly recommend the Banana Guava Bread Pudding – divine! The other thing I loved about STK Miami was the vibe, the ambiance, and the music. The restaurant prides itself on having a spacious DJ lounge, a second-level V.I.P. bar and a styling bistro dining area adorned with white leather banquettes with a crocodile leather trim – all beautiful elements that are sure to please your senses when you go to STK for dinner. STK Miami is located at 2377 Collins Avenue at Gansevoort Miami Beach. Visit www.wireweekly.com/dining for more information about this and other great Wired Dining destinations.

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PAPI UNDERWEAR FASHION SHOW @ MOVA TUESDAY NIGHT PHOTOS BY HENRY PEREZ

Tuesday night at MOVA couldn’t get any hotter as Papi underwear was modeled by Miami Lifeguards & models for a fashion show to benefit the United States Lifesaving Foundation. Hosted by South Florida Lifeguard Association, Sex on the Beach drink specials cooled everyone off from all the fun.

THIS WEEK THURSDAY, February 2 ANGLERS: Tonight don’t miss LOCO 4 Locals Thursdays at the Anglers. Enjoy 2-4-1 Well Drinks and $15 Beer Bucket specials. Sit back with a live DJ and enjoy 20% off the menu tonight from 5 – 8 p.m. 660 Washington Ave.

TWIST. Get in for the free Happy Hour BBQ at 6 p.m. Tonight legendary DJ David Padilla will be in the house. Enjoy seven different bars, stiff drinks, beautiful dancers, and, of course, the only place where there’s “Never a cover...Always a groove.”

MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from 3 to 9 p.m., followed by Vanity Girl hosted by Sookie Stacks. Vanity Girl Thursdays gives you gorgeous girls, great music by DJ Zehno, $4 Miller Lite, $6 Finlandia cocktails, and a free Miller Lite when you buy the shot of the week. Located near the corner of Lincoln and Michigan.

DISCOTEKKA: Downtown Miami’s only gay dance party delivers one hell of a shindig every Saturday night. Tonight you can expect amazing shows and enjoy NO COVER all night. $150 VIP special. Sky and Absolut Vodka. 950 NE 2nd Ave.

PALACE: 24 fabulous years PALACE: Palace Palacecelebrates celebrates 24 fabulous tonight! Don’t miss one-of-a-kind anniveryears tonight! Don’tthismiss this one-of-a-kind sary party featuring DJ CindelDJand of course anniversary party featuring Cindel and what partywhat at Palace wouldn’t complete of course party at Palace be wouldn’t be without performances by all by of completeoutrageous without outrageous performances your queens! Get there earlyearly for free all of favorite your favorite queens! Get there for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres from from 7 – 87 p.m. free cocktails and hors d’oeuvres – 8 1200 Ocean Drive.Drive. p.m. 1200 Ocean SCORE: Enjoy cocktails out on the patio and watch the famous Lincoln Road traffic pass by. Later in the evening Score hosts Pop Fever Thursday night party with fab beats by DJ Daisy D & VJ Jon paired with an incredible crowd of delicious Partygoers and $6 Long Islands all night. 727 Lincoln Road. TWIST: Don’t miss out on a fabulous night at TWIST with seven different bars, DJ Pride, stiff drinks, and beautiful dancers. And if you’re looking for some hot papis, DJ Adora will be hosting Sabroso in Bar 5! “Never a cover... Always a groove.” 1057 Washington Ave. FRIDAY, February 3 EROS LOUNGE: Friday nights at Eros brings you Born to be a Drag! Hosted by Tiffany Fantasia with heart pumping performances. There’s no cover to get in and amazing $5 Stoli cocktail specials all night. 8201 Biscayne Blvd. JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Get in tonight for Towel Night Fridays! Snag your taste of locker room fun tonight with 30 dancers in nothing but towels. Steamy live shows all night, and private VIP rooms available. Hosted by Josie Love. THE MANOR: It’s time for Bubble Gum Fridays tonight with recording artist SK8! Don’t miss the sounds of DJs JPS & Daisy D with special shows by Estephania St. Lords. $3 Drinks from 10 to midnight, no cover for 21+. 2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors. MOVA: Edison Farrow presents HYPE Fridays tonight at MOVA with DJ Bryan Zero. Enjoy $7 Finlandia and $8 Stoli vodka cocktails all night long. Snag a bottle of Finlandia for $100 to party in style. PALACE: Tonight is Drag Madness with fierce shows by the hot-n-heavy Latrice Royale and her gaggle of guest entertainers! Get ready for the biggest show on South Beach at 6 p.m.

SCORE: The Penny Back Boyz host the weekly Friday night party Filthy Gorgeous Fridays with DJ Mac spinning a true open format of music and videos, while Score’s hottest Go-Go boys work the speaker boxes. TWIST: Don’t miss out on a fabulous night at

SATURDAY, February 4

EROS LOUNGE: Head over to Eros Lounge for a great happy hour from 3 – 9 p.m. today and then get in on tonight’s Dancing With the Goddess party featuring music by DJ Valencia at 10 p.m. THE MANOR: Tonight don’t miss the fashion show from Brazil by T Fabiano Beachwear with sounds by DJ Oren Nizri & Live performances by Erika Norell and cast. And, oh yeah, did we mention? There’s no cover all night! MOVA: Stop by for happy hour from 3 to 9 p.m., followed by FLASH Saturdays with the hottest music videos and visual entertainment by VJ Chris Racine till 3 a.m. with $9 Grey Goose cocktails all night. PALACE: Enjoy a special day of drag shows, great food, and stiff cocktails, as The Palace Bar hosts Drag Gone Wild with Tiffany Fantasia and her gaggle of performers! Heels hit the pavement at 6 p.m. sharp! SCORE: Don’t miss Bigger Saturdays Super Bowl Party tonight at Score! Saturday’s largest gay dance party on the Beach with beats by Drew Tribe & Paul De Leon and shows by Chyna Girl. $6 Chambord Vodka Drinks. Hosted by Alex Prieto. TWIST: Happy Hour 2-4-1 with Tommy and the locals from 1 to 9 p.m. on everything. Come tonight for MUSCLE BOY Saturdays and enjoy a full house of hot men and some incredible beats by DJ Mika. “Never a cover...Always a groove.” SUNDAY, February 5 ANGLERS: If you are looking to nurse that hangover with some unlimited mimosas and Bloody Marys, look no further than 660 at the Anglers. Enjoy great food and delicious libations in one of the most beautiful boutique resorts Miami Beach has to offer. 660 Washington Ave. DISCOTEKKA: Get ready for the performances of your life at tonight’s Drag’s a Bitch Sundays at Discotekka. Prepare yourself for jaw dropping shows by Justice Divine, Erika Norell, TP Lords, Athena Dion & Melissa Hilton with Daisy Deadpetals as your MC. In-The-Biz get in free, $5 for everyone else. Enjoy a free drink with your college ID & $5 well drinks all night after. Show starts at 12 a.m. Sharp. EROS LOUNGE: Head over to Eros Lounge for a great happy hour from 3 – 9 p.m. today and then get ready for Sundance Margaritas with the best of retro music in town for this new throw back party.

SUNDAY T DANCE @ PALACE THE MANOR: The largest Super Bowl party around takes place today! Watch the game on over 30 large LED TVs. Sit on your team’s side and enjoy amazing beer specials with 75¢ chicken wings. Pick the winning team and get a special prize. Hosted by MC VJ Kenny Poole. MOVA: It’s time for one of the wildest parties in SoBe, as Sookie Stacks hosts the most scandalous party in South Beach, Out-n-Ugly Sundays with DJ Latrice. Beginning at 9 p.m. with drag shows 11 – 12:30 p.m. Enjoy $4 Miller Lites, $5 Herradura Shots, and $6 Finlandia. No cover. PALACE: South Beach’s most legendary drag brunch will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with two seatings: one at 11:30 am and another at 2 p.m. Enjoy over-the-top performances by Noel Leon paired with a delectable menu. Afterwards, check out the sexiest Sunday T Dance in SoBe with local DJs working the turntables. When the T Dance ends, the BAR CRAWL Begins, take the party to MOVA to finish off the Sunday fun.

in the Bungalow Bar starting at 10 p.m. and DJ Bryan Zero’s fab beats on the main dance floor. TUESDAY, February 7 JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Downtown’s only gay strip club features the hottest, most diverse men in Miami. Tonight it’s all about the hot hip-hop beats at B2M Service Station with DJs TPromix and Surreal turnout some of your fav beats. Hosted by Sushiman & CocoDorm. MOVA: It’s a SINsational Tuesday night at MOVA with their weekly Service Industry Night. Enjoy $50 bottles of Finlandia Vodka, $100 bottles of Grey Goose, and $7 premium well drinks, while DJ AJ Reddy works the turntables.

SCORE: It’s Planeta Macho, the hottest Latin Party in Miami Beach, featuring incredible Latin beats by award winner DJ George Ferrero. Plus amazing shows by Miami’s best female impersonators. Check out the dancers on the 2nd level hosted by Teresita La Caliente. Don’t miss this party - it’s South Florida’s Best Latin Party!

TWIST: 2-4-1 happy hour from 1 to 9 p.m. on everything. Afterwards, see one of the most scandalous shows you’ll ever witness with Pussila’s amateur strip contest. Upstairs DJ Paulie will be working it out on the main dance floor. At TWIST: “Never a cover... Always a groove.”

TWIST: 2-4-1 Happy Hour from 1 to 9 p.m. on everything. Tonight TWIST presents Keeping It Real Fun With Daisy D. Get ready for ridiculous beats and $5 Jumbo Blue Long Island Ice Teas all night long. “Never a cover… Always a groove.”

KILL KILL YOUR YOUR IDOL: IDOL: Dustin Dustin Reffca presents GLITTER South Beach’s hotGLITTER BOX BOXMONDAYSMONDAYSSouth Beach’s test Monday night party withwith manic beats by hottest Monday night party manic beats Deejay Smeejay & Maximus 3000. Don’tDon’t miss by Deejay Smeejay & Maximus 3000. out Beer, $2$2 Jello misson out$1 on PBR $1 PBR Beer, JelloShots, Shots,&& $3 Jack Jack Shots Shots all all night night long. long. Tonight Tonight is the official Winter 2012 Kick-off event,event, stop Winter Party PartyFestival Festival 2012 Kick-off by forby your to win to free tickets Winter stop forchance your chance win free totickets to Party events! Espanola Way. Way. Winter Party 222 events! 222 Espanola MOVA: Get ready to be a star at MOVA’s weekly Shout karaoke party with VJ AJ Reddy. Enjoy half priced drinks all night long and $5 glasses of wine. PALACE: Stop in for Palace’s 2-4-1 Absolut flavored cocktails all day, while enjoying the amazing view of Ocean Drive, and don’t forget to enjoy a snack or two while taking in the scenery. SCORE: Swing by for one of the best happy hours in Miami Beach where all drinks are 1/2 price, followed by Video Freak where you can request your favorite music videos and enjoy $5 vodka cocktails, $7 martinis and $3 beers. No cover. TWIST: Happy Hour 2-4-1 drinks ‘till 9 p.m. Then it’s Arrasando hosted by Marco Perez with DJ Cindel. Join Nathan in the Frolic Lounge for his signature mix of pop and top 20. Also check out the fabulous men of Gaiety

Palace divas pack a punch every Sunday at the Palace Brunchic and T Dance with the most outrageous shows. Don’t miss the hottest spot on the ocean, with the hottest people in town every Sunday on Ocean Drive.

PALACE: Stop in for Palace’s 2-4-1 Absolut flavored cocktails till 4 p.m. Better than ever before on Ocean Drive and 12th Street, try it for lunch or a late afternoon snack, or just hang out at the bar with the locals. No matter what you’re in the mood for, Palace is sure to have it!

SCORE: Score cordially invites you to the special celebration of Abel Aguilera & Ralphi Rosario AKA Rosabel for their Grammy nomination for “Only Girl (in the world).” Hosted by Elaine Lancaster with beats by DJ George Ferrero from 8 p.m. to Midnight. Don’t miss out on special performances by TP Lords, Erika Norell & Chyna Girl!

MONDAY, February 6

PHOTOS BY HENRY PEREZ

WEDNESDAY, February 8 JOHNNY’S MIAMI: Drag Star Wednesdays takes the stage tonight with Drag Star Competition for $200 cash. La Nueva Noche Latina. With shows by Teresita la Caliente & DJ Lanner Alvarez spinning, you can bet this is going to be one entertaining evening! Enjoy $5 drink specials all night. 18+ welcome. MOVA: Stop by for MOVA’s weekly College Night Wednesdays, hosted by the Penny Back Boyz and Sookie Stacks. DJ Daisy D will be working the turntables, while you enjoy $5 Finlandia cocktails or grab five Miller Lites for only $15 all night long. PALACE: Tonight Palace presents Elite Nights. Sit back and enjoy live music and hilarious comedy presented by the one and only Noel Leon. Sip on complimentary drinks from 8 to 9 p.m. and get through hump day with a night to remember. SCORE: Come and spend a pleasant evening on one of Score’s outdoor couches as they host Martini Madness Night. A half price Happy Hour runs till 9 p.m. TWIST: Don’t miss out on this Winter Party Kickoff event tonight at TWIST. Special entertainment all night long with performances by TP Lords. Gold Passes to Winter Party could be yours from the raffle at 1 a.m. Show up early for Happy Hour from 1 to 9 p.m. with 2-4-1 on everything. “Never a cover...Always a groove.”

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Every so often a person gets to a point in their training program where it seems they are working hard but getting no results. This is a strength “plateau.” When you get to a plateau something needs to change. If you have been doing the same routine for 3+ months then you may need to “shock” your muscles to get them to grow! Challenge yourself: by putting in more exercises into your routine without using more time. Or you can try to get the same routine done in less time. This means less time between sets and it requires a fast recovery rate. Heavy / Light: On heavy days, use as much weight as you can for 3-4 reps, and on light days put on as much weight as you can for 12-15 reps. This is good for people who train six days a week working each body part twice per week. Forced reps: A forced rep is when you are trying to lift more weight than you can lift by yourself and you need your partner to help you. This is great when you are at your failure point and you need a little help to get the last one up. Partial reps: are a great way to get your muscles to burn. When doing partial bench press reps, you should only lift the weight about four inches off of your chest. This goes for any other exercise as well. Only do the first half of the rep. 21s: Instead of doing the full motion of the rep, do only the first half of one full motion for seven reps. Then do the second half of one full motion for seven reps. Then finish off with seven reps of full motion for a total of twenty-one reps. Isolate: your muscles to get the most out of a particular workout. Doing leg extensions are a great isolation workout for your thighs. For biceps, I recommend doing dumbbell curls, for legs, do extensions one leg at a time. Isotension: This is when you continuously flex and relax your muscles before, between, and after your workout and even between sets. Negative reps: These happen when you are lowering the weight. If you can hold it easily, then it’s not enough weight. Slow reps: By using a lower weight, you can do any exercise in slow motion. This forces you to do a good slow negative rep. Cheating: is when you lose your form just for a second to help get you through a tough spot in your workout. Pyramid reps: Have a maximum goal weight in mind. Start well below that and add 10 to 15 pounds of weight after each set until you reach your goal. Heavy Duty: Going right to your usual workout weight right after warming up. You skip the pyramid and go straight to the heavy weight. Supersets: This can be done two ways actually. 1) You can superset the same muscle group. i.e. doing pushups or dips between sets of bench press, and 2) You can superset opposing muscle groups. i.e. doing pull-ups between sets of bench press. Stripping Weight: To do these you start heavy and do as many reps as you can until you are completely fatigued. Then you “strip” some weight off of the bar, maybe 10-20 pounds depending on the exercise, and go again until you are fatigued at that weight. Ken Hunt is an AFI-certified trainer and fitness expert who owns New York and Miami’s Steel Gym. Steel Gym has been named the No. 1 gym in New York two years in a row by the American Fitness Institute. In Miami, Steel Gym is located at 5556 NE 4th Ct. 305.751.7591. www.SteelGym.com