I've seen an opera and a show in the last 30 days and was highly impressed with the location! There…read moreare multiple seating selections including orchestra, balconies and different tiers. The staff is very friendly and will guide you to your seats seamlessly! For the opera we sat in one of the balconies which I enjoyed so I had full visibility of the orchestra which is typically hidden from other seating. For Clue, we sat in the orchestra and it was a great view of the stage! I look forward to seeing more shows in the new year! Parking can be tricky so I recommend taking the metro mover or Ubering!

I came here to see the Moulin Rouge musical. The check-in process was smooth. And finding our seats…read morewas a breeze also. There's areas to purchase drinks before taking your seat. The temperature inside was comfortable. Wonderful production and I enjoyed my experience.

My daughter and I went to see "Mamma Mia!" at the Ziff Ballet Opera House during the "2024-2025…read moreBroadway in Miami" season at the Adrienne Arscht Center. The Center inside is beautiful and we were impressed. Our seats were in the third row so we had a great view. Our seats were comfortable and our knees did not touch the seats in front of us and others could walk past us comfortably. The main plot has Sophie being raised on a Greek island by her never married mother Donna. Sophie schemes to find her dad once she reads her mother's diary and learns that Bill, Harry and Sam were her suitors. Sophie invites each of Donna's three would-be fathers to her upcoming wedding, much to Donna's chagrin. Critics called it a silly amd unbelievable play but we enjoyed it. The cast got a standing ovation. Parking is not easy in that area so we ubered over there. Being stress-free always works well for us. We plan to go again soon.

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is one of the largest performing arts centers in the…read moreUnited States. We attended the Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Fiddler on the Roof: enjoyed both. ... still so much constrcutions are going on around it.

Silent Night is a beautiful production. The singing is outstanding. They travel from Miami to Fort…read moreLauderdale. Many well known opera singers have performed with this company.

Went for an opera preview and seats on third tier were still decent. I wouldn't sit in the fourth…read moretier. Too far to see anything. Have dinner before hand. There's a great NY pizzeria across the street.

Thank you Miami Film Festival for getting me to the Olympia Theater so much this week. The Olympia…read moreis one of my favorite venues in Miami, plus my eldest graduated here and thus, a cherished memory. There are no concessions, but the event sponsors didn't have a problem with people bringing in food. I don't know if renovations are being done, but upstairs and some stairs were closed. The rest rooms are on the second floor, I didn't see an elevator.

I'm glad that such a historical and beautiful venue and artifact remains for many to enjoy in…read moredowntown Miami. This is a large theatre perfect for movie premieres and debuts - with a large main floor and a smaller second floor. We came to visit during the Miami Film Festival - it gave the movie an aura of greater casual fanciness being showcased in such a venue. Easy entrance and easy exit; lots of food options across the street st Julia and Henry's and on the weekends - farmers market with delicious hummus and Italian delicacies. Grab a movie, a beverage and a stroll. Enjoy!

I love this huge bright theater in Ft. Lauderdale, built in 1991. I have been here before for "A…read moreGentleman's Guide to Murder" and thoroughly enjoyed it. This day we saw a super fun magician I knew from a Netflix series. It worked well here! Last time we did the VIP tickets and met some cool local patrons in the VIP lounge where they give you complimentary snacks & discounted drinks. It's a nice perk to support the local arts! Parking is easy and reasonable enough. The area itself is a bit depressed, but seems safe enough. Ushers are friendly and helpful, elevator and bar service have fun offerings and bathrooms are fine. If you find yourself in the area, Don't sleep on viewing your favorite shows here. Check it out when in the area. Happy summer yelping in 2026! ~Tami in Miami

You know you're walking into a real theater when the building itself makes you slow down for a…read moresecond and say, "Alright... this is going to be a night." Not a strip mall stage wedged between a nail salon and a frozen yogurt shop. A real theater. The kind that feels like it was built for big voices, bright lights, and the occasional crowd singing along a little too loudly after a couple of pre-show drinks. That's the first thing you notice about the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Sitting right along the river in downtown Fort Lauderdale, the place just looks like it belongs there. Modern lines, big glass, clean design. But at the same time it still carries the charm and warmth you expect from a classic theater. It feels like a venue that was designed for nights out. Once inside, the layout works well. Sightlines are excellent. Whether you're down low or up in the higher seats, the stage is easy to see and you never feel like you're watching from a bad angle. But here's the one thing that caught us by surprise. The sound system struggles a bit when you get up into the higher seats. The speakers just don't quite reach that far with the same clarity, so the sound can come across a little muffled. Here's the pro tip. If you're sitting high, save the money and go cheaper on the ticket because the sound quality up there probably won't match what you'd expect from a premium seat anyway. The parking situation has actually improved. Getting in is easier now that they switched to the pay by plate app system. You drive in, park, handle the payment on your phone and head to the show. Simple. Leaving, however, is another story. Getting out of the parking lot after a show can feel like a bit of an adventure. This is where patience becomes part of the evening's entertainment. Give yourself time and don't expect a quick exit. We saw Darius Rucker last night, and even with the sound challenges in the higher seats, it was still a really fun night. Good music, a great crowd, and the kind of energy that makes live shows worth it every time. Here's the move if you're coming here. Go early. Grab dinner or drinks somewhere nearby. Walk over without rushing and enjoy the atmosphere around the theater. And when the show ends, don't fight the traffic. Take your time and let the crowd thin out. Do it that way and the Broward Center becomes exactly what it should be. An outstanding way to spend a Saturday night.

The Colony Theater is a historic performing arts center on Lincoln Road in Miami. Built at a cost…read moreof $150,000, it first opened as a 1,200 seat Art Deco Paramount Pictures movie house on January 25, 1935 with actress Carol Lombard as the guest of honor. In the 1940's during WWII, the theater showed health and training videos to GI's in training. In the 1960's the movie theater was renovated along with all of Lincoln Road in the MiMo style of architecture (midcentury modern). Seating capacity was reduced to 894 seats. In the ensuing years the Colony used as a movie house and a live performance space. In 1971 Samuel Kipnis purchased the theater and used it to host The Greater Miami Educational Cultural Series and he showed educational films from his private collection. In 1982 ownership of the theater was taken over by the City of Miami Beach and the Miami City Ballet used it as a performance space. In 2006 the Colony Theatre underwent a $6.5 million renovation that returned it to its original Art Deco style and updated it with new light and sound equipment. I love when a historic building is saved, especially when it is such a wonderful example of Art Deco architecture. How wonderful that the theater is still being used today. It is even said to be haunted to be the spirit of a barking poodle and one that likes to hang out by the main stage and lobby. Today the Colony Theatre is a 417 seat performance venue managed by South Florida theater company, Miami New Drama who perform their theatrical season in the theater. The Colony also hosts film festivals, comedy, music, dance, and theater performances. The theater is nicknamed "Miami's Beauty Queen." Make like the golden age of Hollywood and take in a show. .

Even after all the years of marriage, my hubby comes up with creative date nights. I have to hand…read moreit to him, because he's always looking for innovative ways for us to have fun! That's really the key to a long relationship-seeing each other on a regular basis, doing things that are fun and different outside of the house, consistent quality time without work interruptions. Making this a priority - is important. All of you out there "newlyweds" trust me it makes a difference. So we went to the Colony theater on Lincoln Road. It was a cool night -perfect for a cocktail, relaxing and easy.. no hurry just taking in the sights and sounds. Latin music playing in the background, smell of perfume and spices in the air- outdoor cafes with with the warmth of flame lamps lighting the cool air. Breezing into the theater the sweet girl at the door greeted us with a huge smile and scanned our tickets. I fell in love with the play " Anna in the Tropics" this extraordinary play written by the Pulitzer Prize winner Nilo Cruz-playwright and director -is a work of art! It demonstrates the power of literature to move and inspire you. One of my favorite books, Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy, is central to this play. I thoroughly enjoyed the powerful images presented in this masterpiece. Art and literature came together in an extraordinary and impactful way. It is a play for adults because it deals with strong themes. But it is well done! I highly recommend this play! It is worth every penny. The quaint theatre situated on Lincoln Road surrounded by restaurants and bars was also quite comfortable and accommodating.

Had a great experience for my first trip to The Wick…read more Comfortable seats, food and drink (Everything allowed in to the theatre, no less!), and even though the prices are crazy high, the audience didn't exude the same entitled attitude that you frequently find in Palm Beach. Stage, sound, lighting, everything was good, except the caliber of performances and that was stellar!

They have great shows for a reasonable price. Worth the drive to Boca if you don't live here.read more

Broadway is love. My personal opinion…read more That said, year after year, a rendition of The Phantom of the Opera comes down from dear ol' NYC. This year, it came and I was fortunate enough to buy two tickets for the last showing. Having seen many versions of this icon, I must say that the actor who played the phantom hit it out of the park. The same can be said for who played the madam. I cannot say that for Kristine, though, as though she sung her notes beautifully, she sounded muffled. I would think this would be an acoustic-related issue, but she was the only one who sounded this way. The effects were amazing, the music synced with the actors perfectly, and overall, it was a beautiful show. Did I cry like I thought I would? Nope, but nevertheless, I recommend it for both novices and Broadway lovers alike.

The Parker is a fabulous venue for shows. Very intimate feel and any seat here is a great seat with…read morea great view. Last time I was here, we saw An Evening with Phil Rosenthal of Somebody Feed Phil which was an amazing show. This time, we returned to check out Adam Ray who is a comedian and has a special on Netflix called The Adam Ray Show with new episodes every Friday. We got show tickets along with Meet & Greet tickets. This venue is just beautiful with a classic & elegant vibe. Cocktails are pricey at $25 for liquor beverages. We ended up getting Bacardi Mojito canned drinks. Our friend bought us drinks so not sure the cost but we knew we wanted to stay away from the $25 cocktails. Ha. We had awesome seats about 10 rows back in the middle section. They started almost promptly at 7pm with the opener which we didn't remember his name but he was funny. Got the crowd hyped up for Adam Ray. Let me tell you, Adam Ray was HILARIOUS!!! Great material. Our faces hurt from laughing so much. Be warned this is not family friendly material whatsoever. Lol. We also got the Meet & Greet package so after the show, we remained in the auditorium and they moved us to the front to wait for Adam Ray to come back out for the Meet & Greet. We waited for a little while before he came out. But he was so good and so personable with everyone that the wait was worth it. They ushered each group to wait in line to go on stage to meet him, shake his hand, talk to him and then he spoiled everyone with merch like hats, t-shirts, hoodies and a signed poster. So cool. Adam Ray is so down to earth and a genuine guy! So funny too because during the show, he was telling jokes at like 150 mph and then during the Meet & Greet, he was mad chill. Polar opposite. Hahaha. So glad we did the Meet & Greet. Nice guy. Big fan!!! If you don't know Adam Ray, check out his show! If you've never been to The Parker, see if there's a show you want to see here. The venue is beautiful and so intimate!

5/27/26- The Happy Together Tour- The Haller Club- I was…read morethrilled when they relocated the Tour to The Parker from the Pompano Amphitheater! The Parker is an elegant venue with the opportunity to upgrade to The Haller Club! Totally worth the additional ticket! First, the Parker Team are all incredibly friendly, welcoming and professional! I'm amazed every time I attend a concert they are consistently welcoming! The renovation is absolutely incredible! Beautiful! Definitely upgrade to the Haller Club! The atmosphere is relaxing, comfortable even for a single person... The display of food is 5 Stars! The options are endless! From cheese, fruit, salad, fresh rolls, butter, always 2 hot appetizers, display of mini desserts and fresh fruit! A dedicated bartender with complimentary wine,beer and water bottles. The mini spanakopita and pork sliders were our hot options. Delicious! The service, food and ambiance are all 5 Stars!! Now to the Happy Together tour! Brilliant performance by all involved! Each act outdid the other! The audience sang along to each song! Especially with Gary Puckett! I hope the venue continues with showcasing the bands from the 60's, 70's and 80's! Yes! Baby Boomers are in Florida year round now! With expendable income! The Parker is the poster child for the rest of the Country! It's always a 5 Star Experience!

My wife and I visited The Bienes Center for the Arts last night for the first time. We attended "A…read moreConversation with Garrett McNamara," which we really enjoyed. The facility was very intimate and acoustics were excellent. The staff was very nice and the directions were clear and concise. Our tickets were purchased by phone, and eveything went flawlessly. We hope to attend other performances in the future.

This is a terrific community gem! I've seen several shows there including a Paula Deen cooking…read moredemo, Japanese drumming performance, and actor Danny Aiello singing with his jazz band. There is always something great going on here, not just professional shows. Great location in central Fort Lauderdale and reasonable ticket prices.