Kitty Hawk is an inspiring musical that chronicles the daring journey of the Wright brothers and their sister, Katherine Wright, as they pursue the dream of human-engineered flight. Through moments of unwavering determination and resilient spirit they overcome countless obstacles in their quest to make their dream come true. From Dayton, Ohio to the windswept dunes of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, their perseverance transforms their dreams into reality. The musical celebrates innovation, family bonds and the relentless drive to achieve the impossible. Kitty Hawk is an original production of the Adrienne Arsht Center, commissioned in 2017 as part of the Learning Through the Arts program.

Celebrate the season with Dan + Claudia Zanes’ Holiday Sing Along featuring jazz vocalist Tyree Austin alongside multi-instrumentalist and children’s music star Elena Moon Park! This joyful, sensory-friendly concert reimagines the traditional holiday sing-along with music from around the world—including songs from Puerto Rico, Korea, Tunisia and Haiti. Audiences of all ages will receive a printed songbook and be invited to sing festive favorites such as “Let It Snow” and “Silent Night,” alongside global tunes that honor Christmas, Hanukkah, Korean New Year, Kwanzaa and the winter solstice. With an electric-folk sound, this trio of Smithsonian Folkways artists brings heartfelt harmony to the stage through guitar, violin, trumpet, harmonica and more. Join us for an inclusive celebration of togetherness, joy and musical traditions from near and far!

Join two-time Grammy Award winner Terrance Simien and his band for an afternoon of zydeco for all ages! Their music offers a hypnotic blend of zydeco-roots-reggae and soul-funk that highlights their Creole roots and heritage. The six-piece band will hit the Knight Concert Hall stage with instruments that honor zydeco’s multiracial influences. From the accordion to the frottoir (zydeco rubboard), this unforgettable experience will inspire joy, hope and a deep feeling of community.