Featured Performances

These performances are just a taste of a full-season lineup that will include many more presentations, including jazz from around the world; theater works both intimate and spectacular; shows for children and their families; the latest in contemporary dance; experimental multimedia shows and beloved classics; popular entertainment spanning top-selling recording stars, acclaimed cabaret artists, favorite comedians, and much more.

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Annie

broadway

Annie

December 2 - 7

Leaping' Lizards! The musical that has introduced millions of children to Broadway returns with one of the most memorable scores ever, including "It's the Hard-Knock Life," "Easy Street," "N.Y.C." and the anthem of optimism, "Tomorrow." Annie is a delightful theatrical romp for the entire family, and best of all, Variety has already declared this production a "winner!"

Ziff Ballet Opera House


The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

broadway, theater

Reduced Shakespeare Company in

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

November 26 - January 18

"If you like Shakespeare, you'll like this show. If you HATE Shakespeare, you'll LOVE this show!" - "The Today Show"

All 37 Shakespeare plays in just 97 minutes! This high-speed roller-coaster ride is an irreverent romp through the Bard's works and the "funniest show you are likely to see in your entire lifetime!" (Montreal Gazette)

Carnival Studio Theater


Tribute to the Sistema

classical music

Tribute to the Sistema

December 3 @ 8 p.m.

The SaludArte Foundation, JONDE, SEGIB, The Spanish Ministry of Culture, Fundación Caja Madrid, and the New World Symphony, America's Orchestral Academy, supported by the Banco Mercantil de Venezuela, have assembled a symphonic orchestra, bringing together for the first time young musicians from Latin America, Spain and the USA. This special international concert is presented in recognition of the 33 years Maestro José Antonio Abreu has devoted to the development and consolidation of the "Sistema" in Venezuela, now being adopted by many countries as a model program for the social and educational betterment of young people.

Knight Concert Hall


Family Fest

family entertainment, free events

Family Fest

December 6, 2008
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

The Adrienne Arsht Center will present Family Fest, a free series featuring family-friendly out-of-doors activities and performances. The performances, hands-on demonstrations, and mini-workshops will provide active and engaging opportunities for parents to share with their children, while introducing "up-close" involvement in the performing arts. Families can make a puppet, learn a song, or try out a few new dance moves, while learning about the arts and other cultures.

Ziff Ballet Opera House


Michel Camilo

Concert Association