Broward Center for the Performing Arts

Written by Julie Greiner

Now celebrating its Tenth Anniversary Season - The Broward Center for the Performing Arts has hosted Tony Award winning shows including: "Miss Saigon," "Phantom of the Opera," "Les Miserables" and "Sunset Boulevard." The first curtain went up on February 26, 1991 for the inaugural performance of "the Phantom of the Opera." During the past decade the Broward Center has taken its place along with the most respected performing arts centers in the country.

Contemporary Dance and Pop Music in Fort Lauderdale Florida

This upcoming season will demonstrate the appreciation of contemporary Broward Center for the Performing Arts Dance

dance. Some of the most extraordinary contemporary talents include Limon Dance Company, Paul Taylor's Taylor 2 and the Lisa Giobbi Movement Theater. From the profound to the provocative, this season's presentation of dance explores themes that mold the language of the body to the emotions they so beautifully illustrate. The diverse cultures, ages and personalities intertwined in Fort Lauderdale abound through our popular music presentations on the Moran Stage. Who else but Tony Bennett, of silver voice and sultry song, could anoint the theater's 10th year celebration, along with the likes of Smokey Robinson, Johnny Mathis, Paul Anka and others.

Jazz, Blues, or Classical Performances

The undeniable connection between lush tropical environment and the soul-searching sounds of pure jazz are forever present here. Close your eyes and open your ears to the harmony of breezes caressing the palm tree tops. New River waves lap at the Riverwalk and Broward County jazz enthusiasts sharing the intimacy of this free-flowing music. The Concert Association of Florida along with the Florida Philharmonic combine to reach the ultimate of results. Entertainment has never shined as bright. Classical sounds bring to our senses a feeling of purpose, tradition and legacy.

Ladies' Night out in Fort Lauderdale

Bring your girlfriends for a night of heart-to-hearts with extraordinary women: Sarah Weddington, Lauren Bacall, Shirley MacLaine and Jehan Sadat. Get inspired Broward Center for the Performing Arts Broadway

Broward Center for the Performing Arts Broadway

or just get down at the Broward Center's Unique Lives Series, celebrating the stories of a lifetime.

Sounds of Country to Florida Grand Opera and Ballet

Who else but the legendary Willie Nelson can sing country, pop and blues. Included on our pallet for 2001 is Kathy Mattea, along with the Grammy Award-winning western swing band. The Miami City Ballet has been imported to bring more diversity to the program. Upcoming titles include Othello, Manon, Katya Kabanova, The Barber of Seville, Tosca, Ballet For Young People and more. The time is right to be in Fort Lauderdale. Find a gift in the boutique, take a backstage tour, enjoy an outdoor concert.. Parking is plentiful - by land or by sea. Accessible to all - across from the renowned Las Olas Riverfront. Dine under the stars and browse through a bounty of exclusive boutique shops. Native-themed restaurants abound in the midst of the Arts and Entertainment District. Call the Broward Center for the Performing Arts Box Office (954) 462-0222 for specific dates and tickets.

Broward Center for the Performing Arts

Written by Julie Greiner

Contemporary Dance and Pop Music in Fort Lauderdale Florida

Jazz, Blues, or Classical Performances

Ladies' Night out in Fort Lauderdale

Sounds of Country to Florida Grand Opera and Ballet

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