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Feb 18
Ghost Light Society Hosts Successful Celebration to Save the Stages
Guests attending the 11th Annual Ghost Light Society Soirée in December were treated to an entertaining and interactive virtual celebration to save the stages. The "Superhero Soirée" was presented by UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) and raised more than $53,000 for the Broward Center for the Performings Arts' Road to Recovery Fund.
Feb 18
RHAPSODY IN BLACK ENCOURAGES STUDENTS TO SHARE THEIR STORIES
On February 2, students from Hallandale High, Cooper City High and Everglades High gathered on Zoom for an interactive workshop with actor LeLand Gantt, taking their 6-week experience to a powerful culmination.
Jan 8
THE BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS ANNOUNCES WINTER/SPRING CLASSES AND SPRING BREAK THEATER CAMP
Interested students can learn more during a free virtual open house on Saturday, January 23
Jan 6
Backlot Live at the Broward Center
Today’s top entertainers are set to take Broward Center’s all-new outdoor stage by entertaining fans under the stars.
Dec 8
Black Violin Earns First GRAMMY Nomination for Their Album Take The Stairs
On November 24, 2020, Broward County’s own Black Violin, the classical-meets-hip-hop duo, earned their first GRAMMY nomination.
Dec 7
CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH US
Here are 5 ways to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with these virtual and live events from the Broward Center. And when planning your holiday shopping, consider a gift to our Road to Recovery Fund . Your support will help ensure our ability to entertain, educate and engage our community during the holidays and throughout the year!
Dec 4
THE GAME IS AFOOT WITH “ART HEIST” AT THE BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Socially distanced groups interview suspects at five walkable locations in Downtown Fort Lauderdale to solve the world’s biggest true-crime art caper.
Dec 1
BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS TO OFFER “RHAPSODY IN BLACK” TO LOCAL HIGH SCHOOLS WITH A FOCUS ON EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Broward Center is among 13 U.S. performing arts institutions to commission virtual performance.
Nov 22
THE NEW “BACKSTAGE AT BROWARD CENTER” TOUR IS AN INVITE TO FANS TO “TAKE THEIR SHOT” AND STAR IN THEIR OWN ONSTAGE PHOTO OPP
Anyone who has ever dreamed of starring on Broadway or in a viral video with millions of views can have the next best thing as the Broward Center for the Performing Arts invites the public on Backstage at Broward Center Tours where they can take Instagram-worthy photos from the locations only the biggest stars in entertainment get to experience.
Nov 9
A Salute to Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese
Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese has influenced thousands of lives with his music. On November 13, 2020, the Symphony of the Americas presents a tribute concert entitled “Merci Maestro” to honor and celebrate its Founding Artistic Director at Broward Center’s Amaturo Theater.
Oct 8
BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS TO TAKE PART IN THE YOUTUBE MUSIC AND NATIONAL INDEPENDENT VENUE ASSOCIATION #SOSFEST THREE-DAY VIRTUAL FESTIVAL TO HELP SAVE INDEPENDENT VENUES ACROSS THE U.S.
Broward Center to feature a performance by Grammy®-nominee Sebastián Yatra #SOSFEST to be hosted by Reggie Watts with an intimate set from Foo Fighters and performances by Brittany Howard, Dave Matthews, Dillon Francis, The Roots, Marshmello & Demi Lovato, Kelsea Ballerini, Miley Cyrus, Monica, Reba McIntire, Sebastián Yatra, YG and many more.
Aug 18
The Iconic The Parker Is Getting Ready For Its Next Act As 30 Million Dollar Reimagining is Well Underway
Activity is as busy as ever at the iconic The Parker. But, instead of instruments coming off the loading dock for that night’s concert, state-of-the art equipment is being installed and renovations are on schedule that will create new hospitality experiences in one of Fort Lauderdale’s storied venues.
Aug 3
CEO KELLEY SHANLEY TAKES TOP HONORS AT THE 44TH ANNUAL CARBONELL AWARDS
Kelley Shanley, Broward Center’s President & CEO, was honored with the prestigious George Abbott Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Arts at the 44th annual Carbonell Awards in a virtual ceremony on August 3.
Aug 3
BEAT THE HEAT AND TAKE A SEAT, @HOME!
Summer is sizzling, so crank up the A/C, grab some popcorn and beat the heat with these two red-hot, live entertainment events in August!
Aug 3
SOMETHING ROTTEN! JR. MAKES ITS DEBUT
In the grand tradition of “the show must go on,” students at the Broward Center’s Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center took their rehearsals online from March through July to create a pilot production of Something Rotten! Jr. for Music Theatre International (MTI).
Aug 3