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Take the family to see a show or concert this month (May 16, 2013) |
LASER CONCERT: MICHAEL JACKSON
June 8. Explore the best hits of the pop superstar, highlighted by lasers, stars and other special effects. Popcorn and other refreshments will also be available for purchase. 6:30-7:25 p.m. South Florida Science Museum, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach. 561-832-1988 or sfsm.org. General admission, $9; seniors 62 and up, $7.50; Children 3-12, $6. Admission is free for members.
WEST SIDE DANCE PRESENTS: WORLDWIDE
June 9. West Side Dance Studio presents their 2013 Student Showcase. Expect great music and dances from all over the world in two special performances. Sun., 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place, 954-602-4500 or miramarculturalcenter.org. $17.
SONGWRITERS SHOWCASE
June 10. Come out and watch or participate in this fun showcase. Singer/songwriters from all over will appear and perform songs from the past, present and possible hits of the future. This open mic night welcomes everyone so be sure to bring family and friends. Mon., 7:30 p.m. Abdo New River Room, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-462 0222 or browardcenter.org. $10.
CESAR MILLAN LIVE
June 14. Come see the highly-acclaimed dog-trainer and his four-leg friends perform neat tricks. Millan starred in his own show called “The Dog Whisperer” on the National Geographic Channel which premiered in 2004. Fri., 8 p.m. The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater, 1700 Washington Ave. 305-673-7300 or fillmoremb.com. $42-$100.
IK SCHOOL OF GYMNASTICS RECITAL
June 14. This event stars the students of the IK School of Gymnastics. Performances will include ribbons, balls, hoops, ropes and clubs in an exciting display of strength, flexibility and charisma. Fri., 6 p.m. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St. 954-462 0222 or browardcenter.org. $25-$35. Lap tickets for children 12 months and under are free.
ONE DIRECTION: UP ALL NIGHT TOUR
June 14. Experience the debut tour of the famed English-Irish boyband who got their start the “X-Factor UK.” The set list will have all of their top hits including “Gotta Be You,” “One Thing” and “What Makes You Beautiful.” Fri., 7:30 p.m. American Airlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com. $29.50-89.50.
CARIBBEAN ALL STARS
June 15. Celebrate Caribbean Heritage Month with a series of fun performances highlighting the originality of the culture. Come see a Trinidad band play catchy calypso and reggae songs while the Carnival Girls make an appearance, swaying to the music. 8 p.m. Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd. 954-747-4646 or sunrisefl.gov. Adults, $15; students, $13; children, $10.
CONCIERTO DE VERANO 2013
June 15. Come see the Columbian Christian singer live in this special performance. Sat., 7:30 p.m. BB&T Center, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise. Call 954-835-8000 or visit Ticketmaster.com. $25.88-$88.30.
FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA
June 15. Bring the family for a night of traditional American music. The South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble will perform works from Copland, Gershwin, Sousa and more. There will also be special guest performers and visual presentations. Sat., 7 p.m. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-462 0222 or browardcenter.org. $25.
SOUNDS OF CINEMA
June 15. Explore the world of cinema as Miami Dancity Studios retells classic big screen stories through the art of dance. Sat., 2 p.m. Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place, 954-602-4500 or miramarculturalcenter.org. $25-$45. $5 lap tickets are also available.
THE AMAZING ADVENTURES OF DR. WONDERFUL
June 15. This fun show is recommended for children 6 and up. The story follows Dr. Wonderful who must team up with pals Newton the dog and Ben the Human to save a star that is 1.3 million times the size of the earth and 93 million miles away. Excitement, mystery and fun surprises await. Sat., 1 p.m. Carnival Studio Theater, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 305-949-6722 or arshtcenter.org. $20.
SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES
June 15-16. Based on the hit cartoon series, this fun mystery musical is great for kids of all ages. Join Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy and Scooby-Doo as they solve mysteries and entertain with songs. Sat., 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-462 0222 or browardcenter.org. $20-$100. $10 lap ticket for children 12 months and under.
MONTY PYTHON'S SPAMALOT
June 20-30. Bring the family for this funny musical retelling of the story of King Arther and his Knights of the Round Table. The award-winning musical is an adaptation of the comedy film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail.” Wed., Thurs., Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat. and June 23, 2 and 8 p.m.; June 30, 2 p.m. Crest Theatre at Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach. 561-243-7922, ext. 1, or delraycenterforthearts.org. General admission, $20; children and student rush half hour before curtain, $10; groups of 15 or more, $15.
THE PACKAGE TOUR: NKOTB, 98 DEGREES AND BOYZ II MEN
June 22. Three super groups join forces for one night of great pop music. New Kids on the Block’s hits include “You Got It (The Right Stuff),” “Step by Step” and “Tonight”. 98 Degrees rose to fame in the late nineties with hit songs “The Hardest Thing” and “Because of You.” Legendary group Boyz II Men remain a staple in pop culture because of songs “End of the Road” and “On Bended Knee.” Sat., 7:30 p.m. BB&T Center, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise. Call 954-835-8000 or visit Ticketmaster.com. $29.50-$93.25.
SOME ENCHANTED EVENING: MUSIC OF RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN
June 23. Join the Klezmer Company Orchestra as they perform highly acclaimed music by Rodgers and Hammerstein. The performance will feature songs from “The Sound of Music,” “The King and I,” “Oklahoma” and “South Pacific.” 3 p.m. Carole & Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium, Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton. $18-$40.
RED
June 28-July 13. Come see this innovative dance show that follows the story of Ruby Bridges, a girl whose parents regarded the NAACP’s call for children to desegregate elementary schools in the South. Sat., 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Miami Theater Center, 9806 NE Second Ave., Miami Shores. 305-751-9550 or mtcmiami.org. $20.
