Theatre

CIRQUE DREAMS CELEBRATION is a brilliant and whimsical family holiday spectacular. As the longest-running cirque holiday event, this annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around contemporary circus arts. As lights dim and music swells, audiences will have visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads as a fantastical cast of holiday storybook characters come to life onstage. Broadway World exclaims, “Lose yourself for 90 minutes and go back to those wonderful dreams you had as a kid,” while 6ABC Philadelphia says, “You will be on the edge of your seat!”

The nation's most exceptional young jazz musicians and actors come to Miami for a special one-night performance.

By Aaron Mays Directed by Margaret M. Ledford Southeastern Premiere Before Abbott Elementary, there was Patrice Patterson at Dartmouth Day School. Shortly before Christmas break, a third grader named Sharifa stands in front of her class and says, “Santa Claus is a Black man from Detroit," sending the school into an uproar. To quell the storm, Patrice, the school's only Black teacher, is asked to create an ad campaign within the school to make Santa white again. As events unfold, Sharifa’s enrollment is placed in jeopardy, and Patrice must decide how to protect Sharifa and ultimately herself. This absurdist comedy examines how race and racial bias can have a foothold on one of the most benign figures — Santa Claus.

Marty's Back in Town by Norman Shabel Directed by JC Gutierrez Oy vey! Ten years of silence ends with an explosive family reunion! This uproarious comedy explores themes of family, forgiveness, and the enduring power of tradition, all seasoned with plenty of laughter and surprising twists. Get ready for a night (or afternoon) you won't forget!

“The next best thing to seeing Hamilton!” – New York Post “Smart, silly, and convulsively funny!" – The New York Times “You don’t have to see Hamilton to have side-splitting fun at Spamilton.” – The Huffington Post SPAMILTON: An American Parody is a side-splitting musical romp! A crash course of everyone’s favorite Broadway blockbusters, including celebrity satires, and pop culture zings accompanied with hip-hop on the piano. It is a fictitious story of a very famous writer/ director/ star trying to save Broadway from mediocrity and oblivion. Along the way, this sharp and loveable genius not only takes aim at Broadway’s current mega-hit but manages to make hysterical mincemeat out of many classic and new Broadway shows. Countless film and stage stars drop by to add to the fun and mayhem making SPAMILTON: An American Parody a multi-generational delight for everyone! This event contains adult language or content.

After two sold out runs at the Adrienne Arsht Center, Area Stage is proud to bring back our critically acclaimed immersive production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast for one final encore run. “A visionary, deeply moving new production” -The Miami Herald This unique reimagining of the Tony-nominated musical invites audiences to step firsthand into Belle's enchanted world. Once you decide to “Be Our Guest” and join us in the Beast’s castle, you’ll find yourself right in the middle of the action, which takes place throughout the theatre space rather than on a single stage. Beauty and the Beast's classic story of love and transformation is more exciting and affecting than ever in this resonant retelling, which has delighted and amazed audience members of all ages.

After wildly successful productions of Frankenstein and Dracula, Zoetic Stage returns to the horror genre with The Pillowman, a haunting play by Martin McDonagh (writer-director of The Banshees of Inisherin, In Bruges and other films). With echoes of Stoppard, Kafka and the Brothers Grimm, this modern classic centers on a writer in an unnamed totalitarian state who is being interrogated about the gruesome content of his short stories and their similarities to a series of child murders. The result is an urgent work of theatrical bravura and an unflinching examination of the very nature and purpose of art. It’s a terrifyingly perfect way to celebrate the Halloween season.

Black Nativity is an African-American telling of the Nativity story, based on the Song Play written by acclaimed African-American poet and playwright Langston Hughes. The show recreates the journey of Mary and Joseph, resplendent in African costumes, to Bethlehem, accompanied by a rousing repertoire of spirituals. The combined African-American viewpoint and gospel music make Black Nativity a truly unique and entertaining theatrical experience. Sponsored in part by Miami Dade County Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council and Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs

Jersey Boys chronicles the incredible journey of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. This Tony Award-winning musical takes the audience through their rise to fame, personal struggles, and eventual triumph of the iconic 1960s rock ‘n’ roll group. The story unfolds through each band member’s perspective, offering a captivating exploration of their dynamic relationships and the challenges faced on their path to stardom. Filled with classic hits like “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” Jersey Boys is a compelling tribute to the power of music and the enduring legacy of one of America’s greatest musical acts.

Before there was Rent, there was tick, tick… Boom!, Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning composer Jonathan Larson’s explosive musical about life, death, and the necessity of art. This autobiographical piece follows Jon, an aspiring composer hitting 30 in the artistic hustle of New York City. Larson’s creation delves into the challenges of pursuing dreams, offering a poignant journey through self-discovery, creativity, and the ticking clock of time. With catchy tunes and heartfelt moments, tick, tick… Boom! celebrates artistic passion while reflecting on the universal theme of chasing dreams amid life’s uncertainties. It encapsulates Larson’s own experiences, delivering a compelling narrative within the vibrant backdrop of the city that never sleeps.