Rise and Shine

As a rising blues musician, Gina Sicilia is leaving her mark with her soulful voice that bellows influences of country, Americana, R&B, and pop music. Her voice has generated a reputation as a dynamic roots-music vocalist. Sicilia has made appearances at some of the biggest blues festivals in North America,…

The Superior Art Walk

Watch out, Wynwood. There is another art walk in South Florida that is starting to give you a run for your money. Honoring the plentiful local creative businesses and artists that reside in and around downtown Fort Lauderdale, FAT Village is hosting its monthly art walk to feature new and…

There’s Another Cuckoo’s Nest in Town

Making a rendition of Dale Wasserman’s classic 1970 adaptation of Ken Kesey’s novel One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, the Andrew Living Arts marks the second appearance of this unforgettable story in South Florida this season. Depicting a group of patients in a “state mental hospital somewhere in the Northwest”…

Run in Your Underwear

Have you ever wanted an excuse to run in your underwear? If so, you’re in luck! Encouraging the practice of turning your underwear into outerwear in a family-friendly fashion, the Colon Cancer Alliance is hosting the Greater Fort Lauderdale Undy 5000 Two-Mile Fun Run/Walk to raise awareness and funds for…

Elevate Your Senses With Music

An event designed to enhance the experience of music, the Girl Choir of South Florida (GCSF) is gearing up to present Sound Sense, which entails a musicological journey through the senses. Although music is generally an auditory experience, vocal music enriches this mental journey through its ability to express and…

A Show of Many Firsts

Palm Beach County’s premier improv club, Sick Puppies Comedy, is taking a special approach to its monthly performance by breaking all of the rules. When it comes to comedy, what rules are there to break? Well, for the first time ever in the history of live theater, Sick Puppies Comedy…

Gator Nation

Making his way from the confines of Gainesville, University of Florida’s head football coach, Will Muschamp, is making an appearance in Fort Lauderdale for the highly anticipated “Gator Gathering.” An event that happens only once every few years and one that hasn’t been held since 2011, the fundraiser is hosted…

All Eyes on Reichek

As part of conceptual artist Elaine Reichek’s debut feature at the Boca Museum of Art, the Girls’ Club is hosting a discussion with her and curator Kathleen Goncharov to revel in Reichek’s progression as an artist. Having mastered the use of embroidery, knitting, and fabric through her artwork, Reichek will…

Cinematic Curator

Touting its reputation as a cultural and educational nexus, the Boca Museum of Art is hosting the viewing of two award-winning independent films, The Color of Paradise (Iran, 1999, rated PG) and Mother and Child (U.S., 2009, rated R), through its event “Cinema as an Art Form.” Entertaining and thought-provoking,…

Relive the Beat Generation

Paying homage to Jack Kerouac, leader of the Beat Generation, the Florida Arts Association and BankUnited are celebrating National Poetry Month through the third-annual Kero­WACKED multimedia festival. Covering the talents of writers, poets, musicians, and artists who wish to reenact this cultural phenomenon, attendees will have a chance to witness…

An Artistic Excursion

Known as the event that started the art and music scene in Boca Raton, the Edition 11 Art and Music Showcase serves as an outlet for the abundance of talent found in this coastal community. Boasting a homey vibe, this event lets patrons skip around the venue to hear bands…

Ham, Jam, and Spam

A performance that relives the pivotal moments of the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot, directed by Mike Nichols, is more than a rip-off. With its own twist, Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, amplified by the presence…

All That Jazz

Beginning a few short weeks before its special debut on April 14, ALA Cabaret is a compilation of live jazz music that pays tribute to the sounds of the Harlem renaissance and Bourbon Street. Situated in the Andrews Living Arts, which is a cozy, intimate indoor theater with seating for…

Film Frenzy

Entering its 19th year, the Palm Beach International Film Festival will host one of its most anticipated lineups yet, hosting 14 world premieres, eight North American premieres, and eight U.S. premieres. Consisting of feature films, documentaries, and short films that represent the talents of filmmakers, producers, and actors from most…

Feel-Good ManHunt

Ever dreamed of being on the hit CBS show The Amazing Race? Are you a witty trivia guru who loves doing things in the name of a good cause? If so, the Salvation Army is almost making that dream a reality by sponsoring a fundraising event mirroring the concept of…

You’re So Vain

With an all-star cast, Broadway’s smash hit comedy Vanities, written by Jack Heifner and directed by John J. Castonia, will leave you bellowing until your stomach hurts. Revered as a “brilliant, clever play,” by the New York Post, Vanities follows the friendship of three small-town women coming of age in…

Rite of Passage

Attracting nationally and internationally recognized writers, the 25th-annual wRites of Spring Literary Festival is a monumental tradition at Broward College’s North Campus. Since 1990, this festival has functioned to augment student coursework while offering programs of interest to surrounding communities. Over the years, the festival has also added film and…

Party Tricks

Known for setting the world record for the Human Chair Stack and appearing on numerous mainstream TV specials, the Peking Acrobats of China are going to knock South Floridians out of their seats with a multitude of maneuvers that always push the limit. Their reputation lies in their ability and…

Come Sail Away

Bolstering awareness of Tomorrow’s Rainbow and its services, Riverwalk Trust is joining this local nonprofit to host Hope Floats, which honors, through the casting of a monumental float, those who have passed away. Acknowledging the need to nurture children, teens, and their families who have lost a loved one, Tomorrow’s…

Running Rainbow

An integral feature of Arts for a Complete Education — a nonprofit organization that raises funds and advocacy for arts programs in Palm Beach County Schools — Race for the Arts supports up-and-coming student artists involved in music, drama, dance, photography, and all art programs. Since art isn’t art if…

Art For a Cause

Need some new artwork to decorate your home? Head to ArtServe for the Twelve x 12 Gallery Social and take your pick of photographs, paintings, sculptures, and whatever else local artists have created in a 12-by-12-inch format. Despite the miniature requirements, attendees have the opportunity to purchase cherished pieces that…

Move With Purpose

Running for a good cause makes us feel great, but its impact on participants depends on whether they have been affected by the focus of the fundraiser. Addressing the likelihood of a child having a congenital heart problem, Tour de Broward is being sponsored by the Cardiac Center at Joe…