Dawntown 2007
Friday
December 7 at 10 a.m.
Interested in how cities will evolve through the 21st century and how Miami fits into the perspective? Attend Ricky Burdett's free public lecture about the future of large cities and how the lives of over 3 billion urban dwellers will be affected. Burdett, a world-renowned figure in the field of urban planning and an expert on the interaction of cities, society and the environment, headlines Dawntown 2007, an annual architectural event held during Art Basel Miami Beach. Responding to Burdett will be Miami urban experts, Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, Dean of the UM School of Architecture; architect Bernard Zyscovich; and Andres Viglucci, urban affairs writer for the Miami Herald. Dawntown 2007 is presented by the Miami Art Museum, Miami Downtown Development Authority and Miami Dade College.
Miami Dade College's Chapman Conference Center
N.E. 4th Street between 2nd Avenue & Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
305-237-3222 (Geraldine Guerra)
The Park Before the Park: a Talk by Cesar Becerra
Friday
December 7 at 7 p.m.
South Florida historian and "Everglades Evangelist" Cesar Becerra will commemorate the anniversary of the Everglades National Park with a talk and the opening of an exhibition of memorabilia that has been donated to FIU. Sixty years ago on December 7, 1947, President Harry Truman stood on a palm-thatched podium and dedicated 300 million acres as Everglades National Park, paying tribute to "... vast distances, intricate and lonely waterways." The newly dedicated park was celebrated by a 3-cent stamp release by the postmaster of Florida City. Pictured: 1957 Everglades National Park Rangers naturalists Nancy Larson and Nancy VanMeter.
FIU Green Library, 4th floor
11200 S.W. 8th Street, Miami
Madam Bertin-Toublanc's Private Soiree
Friday
December 7 from 7 to 10 p.m.
A new world class addition to the contemporary art scene in Miami will open its doors during Art Basel week showcasing the talent of international artists throughout its 17,000 sq ft newly remodeled space in the Wynwood Art District. Armelle Bertin-Toublanc will host a private soiree for international and local collectors, philanthropists and socialites who will gather to enjoy her hospitality and exquisite art. For a special invitation to SocialMiami subscribers, please respond to rsvp@starservicesevents.com. Galerie Bertin-Toublanc's original house gallery is centrally located in Paris, steps away from the Champs-Elysees and the Grand Palais, where they feature a progressive artistic vision of figurative and incisive contemporary art from emerging and established talent such as Baba Anand (India), Liu Bolin (China), Supakitch (France), Philippe Chevallier (France) and Mauro Perucchetti (UK).
Galerie Bertin-Toublanc
2534 North Miami Avenue, Miami
786-718-5272 (Frederic Letzelter)
Opening Reception for Cosmos: Un Petite Retrospective
Saturday
December 8 from 9 a.m. to noon
Viewing the exhibition opening at the Bakehouse Art Complex, you'll see that Edouard Duval-Carrie has a passionate love affair with his native country Haiti, even though he is somewhat critical. Haiti is a pan-African state. The slaves came with sets of beliefs that combined into a religion loosely called voodoo, the soul of Haiti. Voodoo is as valid for the majority of Haitians today as it was 200 years ago. It's gone underground - a religion on the margin. Duval-Carrie's work forces the viewer to consider this fact of life in Haiti and also asks why Haiti has been forgotten by the great powers of the world. Curated by Jose Perez and Alicia Scalera; courtesy of Bernice Steinbaum Gallery. The exhibition is on view through January 4, 2008.
Bakehouse Art Complex
561 N.W. 32nd Street, Miami
305-576-2828
Lichtenstein at Fairchild
Beginning December 8
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden will open an exhibition of one of the world's most iconic Pop artists, Roy Lichtenstein. Fairchild, one of the world's premier botanic gardens and Miami-Dade County's oldest cultural institution, will host the large scale sculpture exhibition as part of its annual art program. With sculptures ranging from 8 to 30 feet high, Lichtenstein at Fairchild will mark the largest sculptural exhibition of Lichtenstein's pieces in a naturalistic setting. Sculptures will be on display daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through May 31, 2008. Beginning December 13 Fairchild will remain open for Poppin' Tropical Nights on Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. Day admission is $20 adults, $15 seniors 65+, $10 children 6-17, and free for Fairchild members and children 5 and under. Night Admission is $20 Fairchild members, $15 member children 6-17; $30 non-members, $20 non-member children 6-17, and free for children 5 and under.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami
305-667-1651
Was Miami Modern?
Saturday
December 8 at 2:30 p.m.
Beth Dunlop, Editor in Chief of Home Miami and architecture critic for The Miami Herald leads an in depth panel discussion on the achievements of mid-century architects and designers and explore their place within the tradition of American and European Modernism. Joining Ms. Dunlop are Thomas Hine, author of Populuxe; Georgette Balance, Professor of Design History at NWSA; Gwendolyn Wright, Professor of Architecture at Columbia University and star of TV show, History Detective; and Pat Kirkham, Professor of Design History & Cultural Studies at the Bard Graduate Center. The panel discussion is free with museum admission. Don't miss Promises of Paradise: Staging Mid-Century Miami while visiting the Bass Museum of Art.
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue, Miami Beach
305-673-7530
Messiah Sing-In
Saturday
December 8 at 4 p.m.
Enjoy a holiday performance by the Alhambra Orchestra along with the Civic Chorale of Greater Miami.
First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables
536 Coral Way, Coral Gables
305-668-9260
Opening of "Perpetuidad de la Imagen"
Saturday
December 8 from 7:30 to 11 p.m.
Zu Galeria Fine Arts celebrates its first anniversary with a solo show featuring the latest collection of work by Cuban artist Salvador Lorenzo. The exhibition will be on view through January 31, 2008. Salvador is a graduate of the San Alejandro Art Academy in Havana, as well as the Instituto Superior de Arte, and holds a Bachelor of Arts and post-graduate degree in printmaking. He served as a professor at San Alejandro Art Academy and at Escuela Nacional Artes Plasticas. Salvador Lorenzo, who has exhibited in Spain, Brazil, Mexico and the US, joins an international group of fine artists represented by Zu Galeria, including Ana Maria Sarlat, Mayra Abo, Jose Ramon Morales, Candida Rodriguez and Yordis. The gallery is open Monday-Friday from 6 to 9 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. and by special appointment
Zu Galeria Fine Arts
2248 S.W. 8th Street, Little Havana
786-443-5872
Messiah
Saturday
December 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Come and experience the beauty and majesty of George Frideric Handel's Messiah performed by the Parish Choir with outstanding soloists and a professional chamber orchestra. The concert, under the musical direction of Kenneth Willy, is sponsored by Bill Ussery Motors as part of the St. Thomas Episcopal Eisenhart Concert Series. Tickets range from $30 for adults, $20 for seniors and $15 for students.
St. Thomas Episcopal Parish
5690 N. Kendall Drive, Coral Gables
305-661-3436
PABLO CANO'S VIVA VAUDEVILLE
Saturday & Sunday
December 8 & 9 at 2 p.m.
Featuring a delightful cast of Cano's life-size marionettes and rod puppets composed of found objects, Viva Vaudeville is inspired by popular theater performers of the early 1900s. The set recalls a sumptuous theater resplendent with a gold-fringed, red velvet curtain, and a glittering backdrop. The score mixes a selection from the artists' collection of recordings of popular songs of the 1920s and two original compositions performed by a live band. But best of all are the colorful performers - Busty Galore, Lady Mandolin, Lucifer Red Diablo, Kiki She Devil and others. Performances are 1 and 3 p.m. Tickets are $10 for MOCA members, North Miami residents and employees; $15 for non-members; $3 for children under 12. Seating is limited so advance reservations and payment are required.
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
770 N.E. 125th Street, North Miami
305-893-6211
Arts Ballet Theatre "The Nutcracker"
Saturday & Sunday
December 8 & 9
Arts Ballet Theatre, under the Artistic Direction of renowned Russian Ballet Master Vladimir Issaev, presents "The Nutcracker," a family holiday tradition. Principal dancer Yoshie Oshima, as the Sugarplum Fairy, and Andrey Konkin, as her Cavalier, are joined by soloists Sabrina Lord Linde, Alina Hernandez, Brian Ruiz , Gorky Flores, Mark Kudelya, Valerie Ackerman, Lara Garcia, Anna Ochoa, and Manuelita Navarro. Children and adults alike will be enchanted by this young company's dancing to Tchaikovsky's magical score. Performances are Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., and tickets range from $15 to $35.
Parker Playhouse Performing Arts Theatre
707 N.E. 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale
954-462-0222
The Enigma Variations
Saturday & Sunday
December 8 & 9
If a picture is worth a thousand words, music's value is immeasurable. Elgar immortalized his friends - and entertained his wife - with this beloved set of variations, each based on one of their closest acquaintances. Brahms hid his love for his mentor's wife in the melodies of the majestic Piano Concerto No 1. Brahmsian in style, Webern's haunting Passacaglia is the Expressionist master's take on an age-old form. Mark Wigglesworth welcomes fellow Brit Stephen Hough (pictured) in a program that shows us the power of music. Tickets for this New World Symphony Concert are $33 to $78 on Saturday at 8 p.m. and $27 to $63 for Sunday's performance at 3 p.m.
Lincoln Theatre
541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-673-3331
Enamel Artistry Exhibit Reception
Sunday
December 9 at 1 p.m.
Alper JCC is proud to welcome this exhibition by members of the Enamel Guild South. You'll see magnificent beads and bracelets, superbly detailed cups and jewelry boxes and large wall pieces on exhibit through January 13, 2008. The intricate pieces have been made using various enamel techniques including cloisonné, champlevé, basse-taille, and plique-a-jour. Enamel Guild South was established in 1975 by South Florida artists to promote the technique as a fine art form. The Guild holds shows, classes, workshops and demonstrations in public schools and libraries. Many of the 35 active members have shown their work, taught and won awards around the world, and several are featured artists in published books.
Alper JCC Futernick Family Art Gallery
11155 S.W. 112th Avenue, Miami
305-271-9000, Ext. 268
St. Martha-Yamaha Concert Series
Sunday
December 9 at 3 p.m.
Russian-American violinist Mikhail Barash and Puerto Rican-Floridian flautist Nestor Torres both suffered career-threatening accidents that changed their lives. They will share their triumphs for a perfect holiday experience. Paul Posnak joins Barash and Torres with his original arrangements of special seasonal music created especially for these three artists. Meet them in the Atrium for a post-concert reception. Tickets are $10 and $20 and can be purchased in advance or at the door. This St. Martha-Yamaha Concert Series is sponsored by Adrienne Arsht and TotalBank.
St. Martha Church
9301 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami Shores
1-800-595-4849
Overtown Holiday Spectacular
Sunday
December 9 at 4 p.m.
This spirit-filled concert offers a mix of St. Agnes' pipe organ, string orchestra, jazz ensemble and steel pan symphony to usher in the holiday season. The concert features the Coral Gables Congregational Church Young Musicians' Orchestra, directed by Cristian Grases, UM Frost School of Music Dean and jazz pianist Shelly Berg, jazz bass player Chuck Bergeron, organist Robert Heath, and members of the Miami Pan Symphony Steel Orchestra, directed by Leon Foster Thomas. The program includes music by Handel, Tchaikovsky, and Gershwin, as well as beloved holiday favorites with a festive Caribbean flair, and a rousing sing-along as a grand finale. More than 1800 people attended last year, and they're still raving! The concert is free and presented by Coral Gables Congregational Church and The Links, Inc., Greater Miami Chapter, an international organization of more than 10,000 women of color committed to community service.
The Historic St. Agnes' Episcopal Church
1750 N.W. 3rd Avenue, Downtown Miami
305-448-7421, Ext. 33
Musicians' Forum
Monday
December 10 at 7 p.m.
New World Symphony musicians are given free rein to create, present and perform their own programs. From Paganini Caprices to original compositions, come experience the prized creativity of the musicians. It's free and open to the public, but tickets are required.
Lincoln Theatre
541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-673-3331
Cosí Fan Tutte
Last performances December 8
Sassy and sexy - and much more fun that you should ever have at the opera! See Florida Grand Opera's production of Cosí fan tutte and have a great night of entertainment and laughter! Only 4 performances remaining at Carnival Center: Dec 6 and 8 at 8 p.m. and Dec 2 at 2 p.m. (in Broward Dec 13 and 15 at 8 p.m.) Tickets start at $10.
Carnival Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami
1-800-741-1010
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