Open Barre Dance Series
Friday and Saturday
November 9 and 10 at 6:30 p.m.
Get a sneak peek at Miami City Ballet's production of George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker" during this intimate in-studio performance/lecture. In the midst of rehearsals for their lavish annual holiday favorite, MCB takes time out to introduce you to some of the company's new dancers and gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into this spectacular production. Come at 6:30 p.m. for complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres in the lobby before the performance. Tickets are $25. Pictured: Jeremy Cox; photo by Steven Caras.
Miami City Ballet Studios
2200 Liberty Avenue, Miami Beach
305-929-7010
Grand Finale: The Creation
Friday & Saturday
November 9 & 10 at 8 p.m.
In a stunning finale to the six-week long Festival Miami extravaganza, the Frost Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Helmuth Rilling; and the Frost Chorale, conducted by Jo-Michael Scheibe, combine musical forces to present Haydn's masterpiece, "The Creation." Featured guest soloists include, soprano, Helen Donath, tenor, Lothar Odinius, and bass, Nathan Berg. The Creation's brooding overture reproduces the brilliance of the first light shattering the primordial darkness. Such is Haydn's genius that the work maintains the initial excitement until its rousing conclusion. World renowned conductor Helmuth Rilling leads the Frost School of Music students in a performance that will dazzle you. Tickets range from $15 to $60. Following Saturday's concert a VIP reception will be held for $60 ticketholders.
Maurice Gusman Concert Hall at UM
1314 Miller Road, Coral Gables
305-284-4940
Behind the Curtain Workshop
Saturday
November 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The PlayGround Theatre presents an interactive introduction to the inner workings of the theatre production, "A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings" for children ages 8 and up. The workshop is limited to only 30 children who will learn about sets, lighting, costumes, choreography, music, and rehearsals - all the elements of putting together a show. The $70 fee includes enrollment in the workshop and two tickets to a performance of choice. Snacks will be provided, and parents are welcome to join in the fun. Enrollment is limited so call today! Performances of "A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings" continue at the Byron Theatre through November 18.
Byron Carlyle Theatre
500 71st Street, Miami Beach
305-751-9550, Ext. 223
"SeminArt: How to Art Fair II"
Saturday
November 10 from 4 to 6 p.m.
LegalArt, in cooperation with Dacra Realty and the City of Miami Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs, presents the second annual "How to Art Fair." Hear tips, tactics and trends from the Directors of Art Miami, NADA, Pulse, Scope and Design Miami, moderated by Cathy Leff, Wolfsonian Museum Director. If you plan to visit any one of the 17 or more art fairs taking place in Miami December 5 - 9, you'll find this exclusive information imperative! Join LegalArt, the panelists and guests for complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at the Garden Lounge from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments provided by Oronoco and Lost & Found Saloon. RSVP's a must! Call today.
The Marcy Building in the Miami Design District
3850 N. Miami Avenue, Miami
305-804-3630
Opening Reception for FARBE
Saturday
November 10 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Two of South Florida's most prominent artist-in-residency programs have joined forces for a new collaborative exhibition opening at the Bakehouse Art Complex. Resident artists from the Bakehouse and ArtCenter/South Florida explore the contrast between two dominating aesthetics in today's contemporary art - monochromatic and multicolored tones. FARBE presents a balanced representation of 11 artists from each organization, showcasing the talent of these artists and the influence of both organizations in the burgeoning South Florida arts community. The exhibition will be on view through November 30.
Bakehouse Art Complex
561 N.W. 32nd Street, Wynwood Art District
305-576-2828
Juegos de Verbos
Saturday
November 10 from 7:30 to 11 p.m.
The work of Mexican artist Magda Audifred will be exhibited at Zu Galeria through November 30. Enjoy the opening night reception or visit the gallery Monday - Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Zu Galeria Fine Arts
2248 S.W. 8th Street, Miami
786-443-5872
St. Martha - Yamaha Concert Series
Sunday
November 11 at 3 p.m.
The St. Martha-Yamaha Concert Series presents the first of five concerts in the Yamaha Concert Series sponsored by Adrienne Arsht and TotalBank. The NY-based Raphael Trio, with Daniel Epstein (piano), Susan Salm (cello) and Andy Simionescu (violin), will perform pieces from Beethoven, Dvorák and Mozart's Variations for Piano Four Hands with pianist and Artistic Director Paul Posnak. Tickets are $10 general admission and $20 blue circle (preferred seating). Season tickets for the 5 concerts are $40 and $80. The audience is invited to meet the performers at a reception following the concert in the St. Martha Atrium. Purchase tickets online.
St. Martha Church
9301 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami Shores
800-595-4849
"What Gods Can Help Us Now?"
Sunday
November 11 at 3 p.m.
Theatre artists Elizabeth Doud and Jennylin Duany present an interactive performance of moving images, text and sound inspired by the work of Maria Magdalena Campos Pons at the Bass Museum of Art. Doud and Duany are based in Miami where they operate under the name of Las Negras Theater Collective. The two are currently touring Cabaret Unkempt, commissioned by Diverse Works and the Carnival Center for the Performing Arts. The performance at the Bass is free with museum admission.
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue, Miami Beach
305-673-7530
Chamber Music Czech Mates
Sunday
November 11 at 3 p.m.
When Dvorák was on his game, he was unbeatable. With the "American" Quartet, you can almost hear the train chugging along the composer's journey to the Midwest. Dvorák's Slavic Piano Quintet is among the pinnacles of Romantic chamber music, where Martinu's spicy recipe for The Kitchen Review calls for a little jazz and tango on the side. This New World Symphony program includes: Dvorák: String Quartet No. 12 "American;" Martinu: The Kitchen Review; and Dvorák: Piano Quintet. Tickets are $12.
Lincoln Theatre
541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-673-3331
Musician's Forum
Monday
November 12 at 7 p.m.
Find out what happens when New World Symphony musicians are given free reign to create, present and perform their own programs. From Paganini Caprices to original compositions, these free performances show off the prized creativity of NWS musicians.
Lincoln Theatre
541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-673-3331
Bergen Philharmonic
Monday
November 12 at 8 pm.
Established in 1765, the Bergen Philharmonic is one of the oldest orchestras in the world. The Orchestra has an active recording and touring schedule, and has performed in Japan, Austria, Switzerland, France, Spain, Poland, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia and major cities throughout Scandinavia. Since Fall 2003, Andrew Litton has been the orchestra's Principal Conductor and was named their Music Director in 2005, the first American to hold this position. The 2007 US tour will be their first in this country and features piano soloist Andre Watts. This performance at the Knight Concert Hall is presented by Concert Association of Florida, and tickets range from $18 to $120.
Carnival Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami
305-808-7446
Fast Tracking Art Basel: Managing the Mayhem
Tuesday
November 13 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Meet Heather Urban, the "Insider's Insider," and Jose Diaz, Art Access Guide contributor, who will make your Art Basel/Miami Beach experience a blast. Get tips on the "best finds under $5000," from what you'll see at the 19+ art fairs positioned in Miami during Art Basel week. Hear what to see, where to find it and why you should buy it! Then, catch the inside scoop about the special events, concerts and parties taking place all over the city during Art Basel. Plus, great ArtCrowd networking, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and coffee! Admission is $35, or $20 for ArtCrowd members and includes your own copy of the Art Access Guide.
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue, Miami Beach
305-673-7530, Ext. 1015
Art Week Hialeah 2007
Tuesday – Friday
November 13 – 16 from 7 to 10 p.m. nightly
Hialeah celebrates the Arts with Art Week Hialeah 2007! See the colorful paintings of Emilio Sauma and the Youth Arts Festival at the Walker Community Center (800 W. 29th Street) on Tuesday. An exhibit of photographs by Delio Requeral will be on display on Wednesday at the Raul L. Martinez Government Center (501 Palm Avenue), and on Thursday an exhibit by Cuban artist Luis Posada Carriles at Walker Community Center. Friday night it's Hialeah's Art on Palm (Palm Avenue between Okeechobee Road and 6th Street) featuring the unveiling of Leonel Matheu's sculpture and the Tree Lighting Ceremony to kick off the holidays. Art Week Hialeah 2007 is open to the pubic and free of charge.
Walker Community Center
800 W. 29th Street, Hialeah
305-889-5701
Wilderness - Brian F. Call Exhibit
Wednesday
November 14 at 7 p.m.
The "Wilderness" exhibition of fine art photography by Brian F. Call opens at The Deering Estate at Cutler Visitor Center and Exhibit Hall. All artwork is for sale with a portion of the proceeds going to the Deering Estate and the South Florida National Parks Trust to support and continue preservation and conservation work in our South Florida community. The public is invited to enjoy a wine and cheese reception and to view the exhibition. Admission is free. Pictured: Fragment from Wilderness photograph by Brian F. Call.
The Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 S.W. 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay
305-235-1668, Ext. 233
Tribal Arts Society Lecture
Thursday
November 15 at 7:30 p.m.
The Lowe Art Museum Tribal Arts Society will host a lecture presented by Dr. Susan C. Power, Professor Emerita of Art, Marshall University. The Lauren R. Gould Native American Art Lecture, "Art of the Cherokee: Prehistory to the Present" is free for Tribal Arts Society members and students with ID; $10 for general admission. The Tribal Arts Society is an all volunteer group that is dedicated to exploring the arts and archaeology of lesser known cultures.
Lowe Art Museum at UM
Stanford Drive, Coral Gables
305-284-4246 (Linda Chapin)
Target Free Third Fridays at MCM
Friday
November 16 from 3 to 9 p.m.
Learn about nutrition and exercise this month at Miami Children's Museum! There will be fitness and cooking demonstrations, along with other great activities to celebrate Get Fit, Get Moving month. Admission is free courtesy of Target!
Miami Children's Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami
305-373-5437
Women That Rock
Friday
November 16 at 8 p.m.
Brazilian Voices presents popular Brazilian rock stars and revisits the biggest hits from the 70's through the 90's in an incredible blend of music and vocals. Special guests include the rock band directed by renowned musician George Tandy; the beautiful voice of international recording artist Adriana Mezzadri; and an appearance by Vera Figueiredo, one of the foremost Brazilian drummers. Featuring songs from Cazuza to Rita Lee to The Beatles, Brazilian Voices will delight audiences of all ages and cultural backgrounds.
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Riverwalk Arts & Entertainment District, Fort Lauderdale
954-462-0222
Youssou N'Dour with the Super Etoile Band
Friday
November 16 at 8 p.m.
Time Magazine has named Senegalese star Youssou N'Dour one of the "100 Most Influential People" of 2007. See the four-time Grammy winner, Africa's greatest star and "the protector of the Dakar Overgroove," in concert with his big band, the Super Etoile. N'Dour, a Dakar native, has made mbalax (Senegalese music that blends Senegal's traditional percussion and griot singing with Afro-Cuban and indigenous flavors) popular throughout the world in more than 20 years of touring with his band. Presented by the Rhythm Foundation, tickets range from $27 to $77 and are available through Ticketmaster and by calling the Box Office.
Gusman Theater for the Performing Arts
174 E. Flagler Street, Downtown Miami
305-372-0925 (Box Office)
Dmitri Hvorostovsky
Friday
November 16 at 8 p.m.
Acclaimed as the baritone of his generation, Dmitri Hvorostovsky is renowned for his soulful singing, exceptional technique and remarkably mature interpretive powers. A vocal force to be reckoned with, the charismatic young Russian singer has impressed audiences worldwide with concerts, opera performances and recordings. His appearance at the Knight Concert Hall is presented by Concert Association of Florida. Tickets are $18, $48, $81 and $120.
Carnival Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami
305-808-7446
Celestial Music
Friday – Sunday
November 16 - 18
New World Symphony welcomes Michael Collins, Clarinet (pictured), and Alasdair Neale, Conductor for Celestial Music. Possibly the most divine piece of music for the instrument, Mozart's soaring Clarinet Concerto shows us why the prodigy was thought to have channeled the gods. Kernis summons angels in his mystical piece for strings. Written shortly after Stalin's death, Shostakovich's Tenth is a striking musical portrait of the dictator whose iron fist stifled the composer for years. Program includes: Kernis: Musica celestis; Mozart: Clarinet Concerto; and Shostakovich: Symphony No. 10. Performances are Fri and Sat at 8 p.m. and Sun at 3. Tickets range from $27 to $78.
Lincoln Theatre
541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-673-3331
African Dance Celebration
November 16 – 18
New World School of the Arts and the University of Florida collaborate to present African Dance Celebration with over 50 dancers performing modern dance pieces by contemporary choreographers Garth Fagan, Peter London and Uri Sands and traditional African dance choreographed by Mohamed DaCosta. Jamaican-born Fagan is internationally renowned for his Tony Award-winning choreography for Lion King (1997); Mohamed DaCosta is a faculty member at the University of Florida; Peter London is on faculty at New World School of the Arts; and Uri Sands, a graduate of NWSA. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are $5. NWSA dancers pictured: Lloyd Knight, Jennifer Gibson, Stephanie Wise, Demetrious Blocker, Denise Rojas.
New World Dance Theater, MDC Wolfson Campus
25 N.E. 2nd Street, 8th Floor, Downtown Miami
305-237-3341
ArtWalk
Saturday
November 17 at 7 p.m.
Join fellow art lovers every 3rd Saturday of the month for ArtWalk. Visit galleries & shops while enjoying art, music, hors d'oeuvres & wines in Historic Downtown Hollywood. Meet at Comfort Zone Studio to pick up a map that will guide you to participating galleries & shops along your beautiful evening stroll in Historic Hollywood. On-Street Parking on Harrison Street, Hollywood Boulevard and 21st Avenue, and Garage Parking at Van Buren & 20th Avenue.
Meet at Comfort Zone Studio
2028 Harrison Street, Hollywood
954-921-3016
Sunday in the Park with George
Through November 17
In 1994 New York City Center launched its Encores! Series - Broadway musicals in concert with emphasis on the music and lyrics with minimal scenery and staging. These concerts have grown in popularity and are now in-demand theatrical attractions. The Jerry Herman Ring Theatre will present its own concert version of the Stephen Sondheim musical "Sunday in the Park with George." This moving portrait of the enigmatic painter Georges Seurat won a Pulitzer Prize for its deeply insightful and highly personal examination of the artist. Performances are Weds - Sat at 8 p.m. and Sat and Sun at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $8 to $20.
Jerry Herman Ring Theatre at UM
1312 Miller Drive, Coral Gables
305-284-3355
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