Theatre

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!

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

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.

Teatro TICH from Colombia in partnership with Miami Factory Theater presented "The Stronger" by August Strindberg. Two diva actresses from the theatre and former rivals meet again on Christmas afternoon in an elegant café after a long time without seeing each other. This surprising encounter gives rise to one of them recalling the situations experienced in the theatre and, surprisingly, to the conclusion of the true reason why they distanced themselves at a certain point in their careers. Their attitudes and false poses build a dialogue that leads them to discover each other and express their lowest passions, intertwining in a race to prove which of them is The Strongest. When: October 12, 2024 Schedule: 8:00 PM Where: Sandrell Rivers Theater 6103 NW 7th Ave Miami, FL, 33127 Tickets: $20 https://tickets.ftfshows.com/TheatreManager/1/tmEvent/tmEvent1187.html

Nestled on the corner of East 16th Street, Stephen's Deli has been a cornerstone of the community since 1954. As the oldest Jewish-style deli in Florida, it holds a treasure trove of history waiting to be unearthed. Through "STEPHEN'S: A LOVE STORY," we celebrate the stories of Jewish and Cuban cultures who have lived, loved, and thrived in Hialeah. A Jewish boy and a Cuban girl meet at the counter of a deli. It’s love at first sight, and the past rushes in, tunneling us back to the people, places, wars, and treaties that brought them to this very moment. Somewhere along the line, an objection to their union, rooted in a decade’s old fugue. Will the couple fuel the fire of the fight, or will the Hava Nagila ring through a buttery media noche? It will be up to you to decide.

HEAD OVER HEELS is a bold new musical comedy from the visionaries that rocked Broadway with Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Avenue Q and Spring Awakening. This laugh-out-loud love story is set to the music of the iconic 1980’s all-female rock band the Go-Go’s, including the hit songs, “We Got the Beat,” “Our Lips Are Sealed,” “Vacation,” Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven is a Place on Earth,” and “Mad About You.” A hilarious, exuberant celebration of love, HEAD OVER HEELS follows the escapades of a royal family on an outrageous journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction—only to discover the key to their realm’s survival lies within each of their own hearts.

The Laramie Project is a documentary-style play that tells the story of how the residents of Laramie, Wyoming responded to the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard, a young gay man who was kidnapped, beaten, and left tied to a fence. The play is told through the words of the people of Laramie, including faith leaders, and is based on interviews conducted by members of the Tectonic Theater Project, who developed the play with Moises Kaufman. The play is part of the Lincoln Legacy Project, which aims to promote dialogue about equality, tolerance, and acceptance.