This is a small community theater that offers a wide variety of shows. The theater is located…read moreinside the Academic Village, on the far West side of the campus. We came to watch the musical "Evita" and we were pleasantly impressed by the quality of the cast and the production in general. The singing was right on point and the play was very well executed. The theater is small and has an old fashion layout with a very small lobby, but the quality of the performances make up for that. You can buy your tickets online and that was a very easy and straightforward process, and prices were very reasonable. Overall, we truly enjoyed our visit.

Great performances by local actors at a reasonable price! Venue is quaint and comfortable.read more

VOLTA is an amazing show. It's near the hardrock stadium in Miami. Circque Du Soleil never…read moredisappoints in their creative, props, storyline, talented artists and more. I won the tickets from Yelp and I can't thank them enough. Every seat in the show is designed to see the performance from a great angle. The stage is circular and the artists sort of rotate in a way that no matter if your sitting in the last row or the first, you will enjoy it. You can buy the tickets online and the show is still currently being featured until February 4 2018. (I think) My favorite act was the one where they used bicycles and did some amazing acrobatic things with them. I always enjoy the singing or music aspect of Cirque Du Soleil as well. Side Note: Parking is convenient and always monitored by the employees, so your vehicle will not get stuck or no one will block it. It was cash or you can use your sun pass sticker which makes it $5 cheaper. VOLTA is here for a little while longer in Miami, go check it out to get amazed by the performances.~

Oh VOLTA…read more This show is unlike any other Cirque Du Soleil show I've seen yet. This show has everything you expect from a Cirque show and more. The show has high flying aerialist and acrobats performing hoop diving, rings and even slackline. Jump ropers who go as fast as the light on the rope - and BMX riders that can perform tricks on their bikes that will leave your jaw on the ground. This show incorporates technology in the show with the lighting and use of projection on the stage to show "memories". The show is well constructed and has a great storyline behind it. The greys, the free spirits and the super elites. The costumes in this show are unique with each grouping mentioned above, as each costume has a different representation. The music in the show is great, it is something that can be listened to often and you would not know that it belong to a Cirque Du Soleil show. The Grand Chapiteau (the big top) is designed differently than the traditional colors of the big top which are usually a yellow gold and a dark blue. Volta has a grey big top tent and then they associate with lights so the tent changes colors which is neat to see at night time. The show is great for a girls night out, date night with a significant other or a day out with the kiddos. Just remember to find your free spirit.

So many great shows and expos are held here and the setting is actually really nice! It's located…read morein the same plaza as Miramar city hall and it has its own parking garage and a nice courtyard in the center. It's clean and the staff have always been friendly and knowledgeable. If an event is being held here you'll surely have a great time!

I love that Miramar has an extensive collection of cultural events that they put on. I went here…read morefor an artist meet and greet and it was truly amazing. The art was beautiful and the panel discussion was enlightening. I enjoyed the notes and beverages, just the right personal touch from the wait staff to make you feel warm and welcoming.

We went for our girls night in Miami & everything was so touching. From the art, interactive…read morevisuals, burlesque, and drinks. We were even talking about viewing the ones in Tampa and St. Lauderdale in the future. Sloan was so sweet and so worth supporting. We didn't want to leave and we wished this was assessable full time.

Fun live art experience! If you love art and creativity then you should definitely enjoy this…read moreevent! I went to the location at the Festival Bay Mall/Artegon. The line was a bit long but it moved fast once my friend and I realized the cash line was separated. Upon entering you have a food station with freshly made small portion food. I had tuna sashimi, mushroom veggie burger and truffle popcorn. All of it tasted great but my favorite was the tuna drizzled with soy sauce, sesame seeds, and some hard crusted tempura like crackers. So yummy! The rest of the space is filled with wall and live art with people painted in body art posing and being a part of the art themselves. Very unique and not your normal art event. There is a lot of nudity in the art and per the name of this event, you should leave your kids at home! Everything is tasteful which was great. It took my friend and I about 2 hours to look and enjoy. I'm so glad I finally experienced Nude Nite, you should too!!

This studio is extremely professional and produces such beautiful dancers. I danced at this studio…read morefrom 2006-2012; I did tap, ballet, pointe and piano. I learned so much in every single class I took. In university at USF I took a semester of ballet and the teacher complimented my technique as being the best one in the class, all thanks to the wonderful education I received at academy of arts. Now in 2025 my 3 year old daughter is taking classes and is enjoying every class. My mother, daughter and I recently went to the Christmas show and we were so proud to experience the show. It was such a great show, still professional and beautiful. 13 years later and Academy of Arts is still producing wonderful dancers. I highly recommend this studio to all dancers and artists who are eager to learn and perfect their craft.

Located in a warehouse area near U.S. 27 and Johnson Street in West Pines, Academy of Arts is under…read morethe ownership and direction of Rebeca Russo-Columbo, a Cuban-American former dancer. This is a full dance school that offers: Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Pas De Deux, Lyrical, Tap, Hip-Hop, Flamenco, Modern Dance, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Drama, Piano, Guitar, Violin, and Voice. The faculty is certified and have led professional careers in their respective areas of creative expertise. They begin laying a foundation from the preschool years all the way to young adulthood. And they have both female and male students. They also offer an AfterSchool program and work your child's classes at a mutually suitable schedule. The cost of the classes is comparable to other dance academies. I have enjoyed closely watching the development in my niece, as well as in many of her close friends. I also look forward to their professionally-mounted recitals every year.

Tropics Entertainment absolutely made our wedding unforgettable. We booked the Entourage band with…read more9 pieces, and they completely exceeded every expectation. They followed my song list perfectly and even went the extra mile to learn and incorporate a few Brazilian songs, which meant so much to me and made the night feel incredibly personal. The energy they brought was unmatched. Every set was packed with bangers, the dance floor stayed full all night, and our guests haven't stopped raving about them. I've received so many glowing (truly glorious) reviews of the band since the wedding. If you want a band that delivers incredible talent, seamless execution, and an unforgettable party, Tropics Entertainment is the way to go. I can't recommend them enough!

Hiring Vinyl for our wedding was a decision we were incredibly excited about. After watching their…read morevibrant promotional videos and receiving a glowing recommendation from a trusted colleague, we felt confident that this world class band would deliver an unforgettable performance. Sadly, what we experienced was a complete letdown that cast a shadow over our special day. From the beginning, we worked closely with the band to create a setlist that would reflect the tastes of our 600 guests. Vinyl provided us with a list of over 200 songs, and my wife, my parents, and I spent hours curating a precise selection that we felt would keep the energy high and create the perfect atmosphere. This was a priority for us because music sets the tone for the entire evening. The least we expected was that the songs we painstakingly selected would be the ones played. Unfortunately, once the celebration got underway, it became clear that none of our chosen songs were being performed. As the groom, I was understandably overwhelmed with hosting so many guests, but I couldn't ignore the fact that the music was completely off. Every time the band started a new song, I found myself looking around, confused, thinking, "What is this song? This wasn't on the setlist!" It wasn't just a matter of personal taste--these were songs that didn't resonate with the crowd and did nothing to match the vibe we envisioned for the evening. My friends, who eagerly attack the dance floor at every wedding with thriving enthusiasm, were visibly less lively which I attribute directly to the choice of the songs - that were all very 50s/60s esque. My father, who was also acutely aware of the issue, spent much of the night trying to address this with the band and their manager, but nothing changed. It felt like no one in the band had the presence of mind to notice that the energy on the dance floor was lacking due to their song choices. It was incredibly frustrating and stressful to have this concern nagging at me throughout what should have been the happiest night of my life. I was literally counting the seconds until they got off and we had our DJ start his set. To make matters worse, the band's post-wedding response was equally frustrating. When we reached out to them to discuss the issue, instead of taking responsibility, they shifted the blame to our (world class) venue, (high profile) Party Planner and (venue trusted) AV Vendor. The band's manager claimed that they were playing from the approved setlist, which simply was not true. In fact, I'd estimate that only about 20% of the songs they played were from our curated list. For a 90-minute set, this meant that the majority of what was performed had absolutely nothing to do with what we had requested. Considering the time and care we had put into this, it was beyond disappointing. The band also blamed their poor performance on not having a proper mic check, which they said was the responsibility of the venue and AV team. I can say with confidence that this was a baseless excuse. We worked with a world-class event team that regularly handles high-profile weddings and events. They are absolute professionals, and it was clear that the problems we experienced were entirely due to the band's lack of preparation and inability to read the room. The bottom line is that Vinyl and Tropics Entertainment failed to meet even the most basic expectations we had for our wedding music. We paid a premium for a band we believed would deliver a first-rate experience, and instead, we got a performance that felt disconnected and indifferent. What could have been a night full of joy and celebration was tainted by the ongoing frustration of hearing song after song that had no place at our event. I sincerely hope that anyone considering hiring Vinyl for their event thinks twice and makes sure they clearly define the expectations and what is required from each party. For us, it wasn't just about the money--it was about entrusting a major part of our wedding to a company that ultimately let us down.

Being open-minded and interested in experiencing various walks of life pays off when living in…read moreMiami. Looked on eventbrite for something to do on a recent Friday night. Found a RuPaul's Drag Race elimination round watch party. And this is how I learned about Villain Theater! From what I gathered, there is quite a variety of programming here like improv and comedy shows A friend and I met up here for the big event. I've been familiar with Little Haiti for decades but admittedly haven't kept up with what's going on since the area started changing. All that to say, I went in totally blind. Well, honey. Villain Theater opened my eyes! Wide open, in a great way. There is a lobby/waiting area with a concession stand and restrooms. The theater inside is dark with low lighting, plenty of seating and a stage that is easily viewable from any seat in the room. On the evening I visited, not only was there the RPDR watch party with amazing hosts, there was even an all-out revue! Now, I wasn't expecting this. Nevertheless, it was certainly an entertaining and tasteful experience with expert performers as well as amateurs. Pro tip is bring plenty of cash ($1s and $5s) - I know for next time. Performers also accept tips via electronic payment. :) Villain Theater felt like an all-inclusive safe space. Everyone was welcomed in and treated with respect. I highly commend the staff and hosts for doing an excellent job in that regard. Major pluses were free parking, cheeeap drinks and they have popcorn!

Improv was great; lots of laughs. Stand up was another story. They started with a bunch of rules,…read moreonly to break the most important. They pride themselves on being open and inclusive, yet it was racist, antisemitic, political, and hateful. Left us so uncomfortable and insulted that we had to leave early.

This theater has moved closer to Shula's hotel since last visit. I was really taken by Roderick…read moreRandle the Box Office Manager. He saw some of my Seminole gear so struck up a conversation. The play "Black Sheep" tells of a youth who was "tried as an adult" and served ten years in prison. Several characters agree Carl should not have been "tried as an adult." With prison behind him Carl is moving into his wealthy uncle and aunt's Guest House on their property. It's a tale of racism and touches, in a monologue, on elements of the Holocaust, too. This is theater of the absurd conjuring up a Jean Paul-Sartre play. Wooden barrels full of African art sculptures arrive one by one at the property because his uncle wants Carl, who is black, to feel at home. The play is also a study of the wealthy and how they are even said to "walk differently" for they have no worries. Also at the property is Carl's cousin Max who likes going into the guest house to "be alone." The uncle's wife seems to have a romantic interest in Carl as does Max's fiancé so Carl is rather popular with the ladies. The uncle is concerned that "people" are disappearing yet his uncle and aunt try to separately enlist Carl's help making people "disappear." There is a lot of talk of family and this riveting play will have one wondering just what sort of family this is. If you are into law, know this play touches upon Criminal Law and Wills & Trusts. Throughout it people appear and disappear in the barrel(s) from Africa. Due to sexual content I'd categorize this play as an explicit "R." That is I wouldn't bring Grandma (Abuela) to see. Contact Roderick Randle, Box Office Manager, for Group sales tickets if you want. Tiny theater is located directly on Main Street, Miami Lakes.

Excellent theater! Small and intimate this theater provides no bad seats. They open the seating…read morearea about 15-20 minutes before show time. They offer some small snacks and wine for purchase if your need something to munch on. I saw Clark Gable Slept Here last month and just watched This Random World last night. Both were excellent and I will definitely be back again to watch the next play. Watching local theater whether community or professional is so magical. It gives young artists the opportunity to be seen and allows local communities to enjoy the arts without the heavy price tag. So if you are looking for something different to do on a weekend definitely come by Main Street Players and enjoy a play!

Not only impressive, but spooky and fun, as well. The audience participation was funny and…read morecreative, as were the acts. Incredible experience.

I was SO dissapointed in this version of Cirque de Soleil (Paranormal Cirque). It was just cheesy…read moreamateurish aerial accounts and it was not an enjoyable experience. It was vulgar for the most part and felt myself clapping just to go along with the crowd. I have seen the actual Cirque de Soleil and it was breathtaking. This is was just a version of a cheap haunted house. Don't waste your money, wait for an actual Cirque show. This Paranormal Cirque is just a company trying to capitalizing on it's name. Save your money, you won't be impressed, it's not for kids under 13, and the acts seemed rushed and not well executed. I was ready to walk out if not for what I had paid for the tickets. Save yourself the money and dissapointment. I wish I could say it was great but it was a dud.