Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Theaters and Performance Centers in Miami

By Maria Cabrera


The city of Miami celebrates a varied offering of performing arts centers, both large and small, new and old. Those that are accustomed to the performing arts offerings of towns like Chicago and New York will feel comfortable in Miami. These are some of the more well-known theaters in Miami. With the flourishing arts scene in Miami, there is something for everyone.

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts

More popularly generally called the Arsht Center, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is really a campus of several theaters in Miami. The Arsht Center is home to one of the largest performing humanities theaters Miami has to offer, as well as one of the biggest concert halls in Miami. Previously known as the Carnival Center, the center was retitled in 2008 after local businessman and charitable humanitarian Adrienne Arsht. He generously donated 30 million bucks to the theater, which allowed it to remain open. The two largest theaters in the middle are the Ziff Ballet Opera House and the Knight Concert Hall, both which can hold over 2000 patrons. The Arsht Center hosts performances from elaborate Broadway shows, opera, ballet, symphony orchestras, and many performers and baby-kissers.

Actor's Playhouse at the Miracle Theater

Those that love musical theater will feel at home in the Actor's Playhouse at the Miracle Theater. The Actor's Theatre hosts numerous past Broadway and off Broadway shows each year. Of special note is the Children's Program, which brings well-loved books to life on the stage for children of every age group.

Gusman Performing Arts Center

The Olympic Theater at the Gusman Performing Arts Center is thought of as a landmark by many in the arts community. Few theaters in Miami have a longer history than Gusman. Originally a silent film theater in the 20's, the Gusman has just lately undergone a renovation and now hosts a range of performances, including pictures, concerts, ballet, and theater. Many patrons love the Gusman due to its Spanish-influenced design, and some feel a feeling of communion sitting in a space occupied by so many during the past.

Fillmore Miami Beach

The Fillmore is one of the more recent concert halls in Miami. In the 60's, the Fillmore Miami Beach hosted well known shows like the Dick Clark Show and the Ed Sullivan show. Over the years the theater has gone through one or two reincarnations, but now is generally a performance stage for musical acts. Both well known and up-and-coming artists perform at the Fillmore. The art deco style architecture makes this locale quintessentially Miami Beach.

GableStage

Edgy, modern theater has a home at GableStage. Formerly known as the Florida Shakespeare Theater, GableStage today shows world premieres of original shows, off-Broadway shows, and Shakespeare performances. GableStage also produces an educational programme every year, which includes Shakespeare performances as well as historically important shows.




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