Local Theatre Buzz

I’m Scared, Until June 11^th 

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf a story about a married couple living in a faculty house of a small New England college invite the new professor and his wife over for a nightcap and fun and games.  This play is being performed at Dreamworks on 322 Banyan Blvd in West Palm Beach.  Tickets are $35-$38 and can be purchased by phone at 561*514-4042 or on the web at www.palmbeachdramaworks.org. 

Beehive Found at Stage Door Theatre, May 26^th thru June 25^th 

Beehive, the 60’s musical sensation, will be at The Stage Door Theatre May 26^th thru June 25^th with big hair and bigger hits. 

The Stage Door Theatre is located on 26^th right across from Wilton Station in the Old Florida Seafood House Plaza.  For times and tickets, call 954*344-7765.

Time to Don That Red Wig, Memorial Day Weekend 

Yes Sandy, we have found a home.  Annie will be performed this Memorial Day Weekend at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts at 174 E Flagler Street, Miami.  Tickets are available at the Box Office 305*372-0925 or www.ticketmaster.com. 

Unmerciful Good Fortune at Sol Theatre.

Due to technical problems, the start of this play has been postponed.

May 12^th thru June 4^th 

Murder brings two women from the Bronx together—will fate tear them apart?  The right to love and the right to die are inextricably bound in this riveting drama of the heart.  The Sol Theatre Project, which was the spot of Spring’s The Mystery of Irma Vep  is proud to announce a production not only for the ladies, but for everyone.  This is an Edwin Sanchez play and proudly sponsored by New Moon and for every ticket purchased gets you a free drink.  The Sol Theatre Project is located at 1140 N Flagler Drive, Ft. Lauderdale.  You and call them at 954*525-6555 or go to www.soltheatre.com.  

Coming to Town

Hit Me With Your Best Shot, June 4^th 

Listen all you rockers out there, Pat Benetar will be at Revolution June 4^th at 7pm.  Revolution is located at 200 W Broward Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale.  Tickets are $35 & $40 and can be ordered through www.ticketmaster.com. 

Do You Have a Heart of Glass? June 15^th 

He Wasn’t Man Enough for Me, June 21^st 

Toni Braxton will be at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise Wednesday, June 21^st.  Tickets are available through www.ticketmaster.com. 

There’s a Redneck Woman Coming! June 29^th 

Gretchen Wilson’s dramatic rise to stardom is well known to fans of her signature country-rock blend.  Come and see her perform her breakthrough single “Redneck Woman” in her Redneck Revolution Tour at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, FL.  Tickets are now on sale, go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 954*523-3309 or go to the Hard Rock Live Box Office which is open from noon to 7pm daily. For more info on Gretchen, visit her fan club website, www.gwfans.com

Her Hips Don’t Lie, Sep 16^th 

Shakira and Wyclef have added a second show 7:30pm on September 16^th at the American Airlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami.  Tickets are $19.50-$87 and you can get them through www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 786*777-1250. For more info about Shakira: www.shakiraheaven.com

Il Divo

I remember the first time that I was blown away by the music of these four Opera singers.  George’s Alibi had a promotion and giveaway of their CD and my roommate won one.  We LOVED it and you will too!  Their latest CD Ancora and latest DVD Encore is now available in stores and online at www.ildivo.com.   

They will be in concert June 13^th & 14^th at 8pm at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre and is a Fantasma Productions Concert Event— www.fantasma.com.  You can also charge by phone at:  561*966-3309, 954-523-3309, or 305-358-5885.

Jersey Boys are Back!

Yes, we all survived the BIG HAIR of the 80’s.  If you know that “You Give Love a Bad Name” and feel like you are “Living on a Prayer”—yes Virginia, there is a Bon Jovi!  All four members (John Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Tico Torres, and David Bryan) will be onstage at Hard Rock Live July 10^th  at 8pm.  Tickets are now on sale.   

For further information, call 954*523-3309, www.ticketmaster.com, or stop by the Hard Rock Live Box Office—they are open from noon to 7pm daily.

Who’s Your First Idol?

Kelly Clarkson will be live, onstage Friday, June 30^th at the Sound Advice Amphitheatre.  As part of her Addicted Tour, her Special Guest will be Rooney.  The Amphitheatre is located at 601-7 Sansbury’s Way, West Palm Beach.  Tickets are $25-$75 and can be purchased through www.ticketmaster.com www.livenation.com, or by phone at:  561*966-3309, 954*523-3309, or 305*358-5885.  To get more Kelly info, go to www.kellyclarkson.com. 

Melissa Etheridge Live Saturday, August 19^th  8pm 

New Greatest Hits CD “The Road Less Traveled” in stores now!

Tickets available at Ticketmaster locations or you can charge by phone:  305-358-5885 / 954-523-3309 / 561-966-3309 or www.ticketmaster.com. 

Mizner Park Amphitheater is in Boca Raton and this is a Fantasma Productions Concert Event.  For further information go to www.fantasma.com or www.melissaetheridge.com

Things on Display

Signals/Senales, Until June 11^th 

The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood offers a timely and spirited exhibit of works by more than 30 contemporary Mexican artists.  Some of the artists are schooled, but many are self-taught, such as the factory workers who, under the guidance of photojournalist Adrian Caldera, have learned to fashion pinhole cameras from boxes and other found objects.  This exhibit runs through June 11^th.   

The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood is located at 1650 Harrison Street, Hollywood.  For more information call 954*921-3274 or go to www.artandculturecenter.org. 

National Art Exhibitions by the Mentally Ill, Until May 20^th 

There will be a show of imaginative works by artists from England, Mexico, Brazil, Spain, and the United States who have experienced mental illnesses.  This exhibit runs through May 20^th at the Miami Center for the Photographic Arts at 1601 SW First Street, Miami.  For further information you can go to www.borderspictureframing.com. 

Keith Clark at Stonewall, All Month Long 

Artist Keith Clark will be showcasing at The Stonewall Library and Archives all this month.  ArtsUnited is proud to sponsor Keith Clark as the Artist of the Month.  The Stonewall Library and Archives is located at 1717 North Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale.  For further information you can call them at 954*530-2723.

China Change, Until June 18, 2006 

On exhibit at the Boca Raton Museum of Art is now showing Documenting China:  Contemporary Photography and Social Change.  The exhibition is a collection of 57 dramatic works by seven contemporary Chinese photographers that reveal the essence of that nation from an insider’s point of view.  This show is organized by the Bates College Museum of Art and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service.   While you are there, check out Edward Burtynsky:  The China Series that contain 20 new large-scale color photographs from recent trips to China and Pop Prints that are works from the permanent collection of Andy Warhol, Roy Lichetenstein, Jim Dine, and others.   

The Boca Raton Museum of Art is located at 501 Plaza Real, Mizner Park and you can contact them at 561-392-2500 or www.bocamuseum.org.  

Dali, Dali Everywhere, Until May 20, 2006 

The Coral Springs Museum of Art is proud to host an art exhibit featuring original works by Salvador Dali.  The Museum is located at 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs and you can contact them at 954-340-5000.

Titanic:  The Artifact Exhibit, Until October 

This exhibit chronicles the journey of RMS Titanic from its design and construction through its fateful maiden voyage and sinking, to the scientific recovery efforts.   

The Miami Museum of Science and Space Transit Planetarium is located on 3280 South Miami Avenue, Miami.  You can contact them at 305*646-4200 or www.miamisci.org. 

Paris in Photographs, Until May 21, 2006

This is a collection of photographs from the unique perspectives of French, American, and German photographers between 1898 and 1988.  It features works by Henri Cartier-Bresson, Walde Huth-Schmolz, and more.   

Cost:  $8 Adults / $3 ages 13-21 / Members and children under 3 Free.  Norton Museum of Art. 1451 South Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach. 561-832-5196. www.norton.org

Chihuly at the Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden Until May 31, 2006

Experience a garden straight out of a dream with glass masterpieces by world renown artist Dale Chihuly.  These pieces are woven throughout a stunning backdrop of the Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden—art and nature as one.  Experience this one of a kind event now until May 31, 2006.  For further information go to:  www.fairchildgarden.org. 

Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden. 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, 305-667-1651. Hours of Operation:  9:30am – 4:30pm  Cost:  $15

Jodie Foster Found Hanging in Gateway Shopping Plaza  

While amongst my travels this week, I came across something soo strange, soo odd and unusual, I had to ponder, was this art?  If you go to Stevie Moon Tattoos, sand at the door and then turn around, you will find a painting of what I think looks like a young Jodie Foster, placed high up on the side of a building—about 10' off the ground.  Whoever put this up there, climbed a few feet, this was not an accident or Forest Gump feather just floating around—it was placed there.  Now, the question is not whether it was placed there intentionally, but why?  Is this painting up there art?  You decide.  For thoughts, contact me at stephen@jumponmarkslist.com.    

The Fashion File

Tommy Lee is Putting Clothes On! 

Infamous for taking his clothes off…Tommy Lee is now launching a fashion line.  He’s creating a limited-edition collection of denim, hooded sweatshirts, and hats under the People’s Liberation Rag label. 

Punk Shui, 

If you want to be up on the newest craze, here it is:  Punk Shui.  As many of you know, Feng Shui is the ancient art of correct placement of furnishing and décor to maximize harmony with nature for correct flow of chi [energy]. 

Punk Shui is the complete opposite of Feng Shui; it is a philosophy that embraces discomfort.  This isn’t for the fainthearted; this is for the true artisans out there. Imagine a sofa chain sawed in half, blood red paint on a stark white wall.  It is about providing a creative environment that has to do with chaos and change.  The idea is to bring something new, whether good or bad.

http://www.punkshui.net/

Art School:  Confidential 

What is art?  Is death art or the act of killing art?  Not producing art is a crime.  Are you In the Box or Out of the Box?  Should a piece of art be judged on the artist’s personal life?  If you have heard people overanalyze works, psychologically debate pieces, or been around crap that everyone loves for no reason…this might be the movie for you!  One out of a hundred students actually become paid artists—come and see a success story.  You will laugh, cry, and scream, all in the name of art. To read Stephen's Blog about this movie, Click Here.

Adios Soraya 

Latin Grammy winner Soraya unfortunately passed this week due to Breast Cancer in Miami.  At 37, Soraya gave countless women hope for recovery.  “My physical history may come to an end, but I am sure that the one that exists in your hears will be present for all eternity.  I’m confident that my existence will leave a footprint in your lives and benefit many women in the future.”  Motivated by her family history, she became a spokesperson for the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation in 1999, a year before her diagnosis. 

Calling Artists & Theatre People 

Florida Professional Theatres Association Wants YOU! 

On May 20^th through the 22^nd there will be statewide auditions and workshops provided by the Florida Professional Theatres Association in Daytona Beach.  Dozens of theatres participate yearly, with participants from Tampa to Miami and Gainesville.  They cast shows for their own upcoming seasons.  May 15^th is the deadline for application and registration.  Performers, Directors, Designers, Stage Managers, and various other positions are up for grabs and can register at www.fpta.net or by writing to:  FPTA, PO Box 2922, West Palm Beach, FL  33402.  You must include a self-addressed/stamped envelope.   

Call For Artists for ArtsUnited’s United & Proud Exhibit 

ArtsUnited is seeking submissions for its annual United & Proud Visual Art Exhibit in celebration of Gay Pride Month.  Entries are not limited to a theme, but rather the exhibition is designed to showcase local gay and lesbian artists to the general public.  Exhibiting in United & Proud is for ArtsUnited Members only.  Membership is only $20.00 per year for artists, and applications are available at ArtServe, Stonewall Library and     Archives, and online at www.artsunitedonline.org.  This year’s United & Proud Exhibit will be on display from June 5 through 29, 2006 at Gallery Six, Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Avenue, Ft Lauderdale. The opening reception will be on Wednesday June 7^th from 6 to 8:30 PM. Admission will be free.  There will be prizes for Best of Show and People’s Choice that will be announced at the Opening Reception.  Visual artists who wish to participate must complete and submit an application on or before May 31, 2006 either by mail to ArtsUnited, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd, Suite 145, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304, or by fax to 954-567-1439.  Applications are available at ArtServe, Stonewall Library and Archives or online at www.artsunitedonline.org.

Rob Thomas & Jewel 

Rob Thomas and Jewel will be performing live at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre on May 24^th at 7:30pm.  Rob’s CD is already in stores now and Jewel’s Goodbye Alice in Wonderland will be available May 2^nd.  Tickets are now on sale at www.ticketmaster.com or any ticketmaster location.  For more information about this and about them, go to www.robthomasmusic.com and/or www.jeweljk.com.  

JVC Jazz Festival with Eartha Kitt & John Pizzarelli. May 20, 2006

The 6th Annual JVC Jazz Festival - Miami Beach comes to the Jackie Gleason Theater on May 20 with the legendary cabaret vocalist Eartha Kitt and jazz guitarist John Pizzarelli.

Tickets are $65, $55, and $35 and show time is 8pm.  www.gleasontheater.com

Anacaona - Queen of Hispaniola. May 27, 2006 - May 28, 2006 6:00 PM

La Compagnie de Danse Régine Mont-Rosier Trouillot with the collaboration of Miami City Ballet and Theatro National de Puerto-Rico presents an original full length ballet ANACAONA: Queen of Hispaniola.

This is an exotic tale recounting Anacaona's life. It is enriched through visually stunning costumes and intricate sets, recreating Anacaona's empire to captivating music.

Although a forgotten queen, the once powerful Anacaona remains one of Hispaniola's greatest historical personalities. Dominated by Spanish colonial rule, Anacaona attempted to save her people and culture from extinction. Her struggle is one of courage, pride, determination and passion. www.gleasontheater.com

Unveiling the Mysteries of the Orient, May 20^th 

The 2006 American Red Cross Gala & Auction, which is presented by Grand Benefactor will be held this Saturday, May 20^th, at the Hyatt Pier Sixty-Six.  Proceeds will go to the American Red Cross Broward County Chapter. There will be cocktails, Silent & Live Auction, dinner, and dancing.  Call 954*797-3820 for more information or www.arcbcc.org. 

Key West Cultural Events 

The Rocky Horror Picture Show will be performed at the Red Barn Theatre at 319 Duval Street, Key West.  Performances will be going on until June 3^rd and cost $35.  The Key West Players present The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams at the Waterfront Playhouse, Tifts Lane, Key West.  Performances will be going on until Saturday, May 27^th and cost $30.   

For further information www.fla-keys.com/keywest/calendar.cfm or call 1-800-LAST-KEY.

Beauty is Only Skin Deep in Tampa, Until Sep. 4^th 

Bodies…The Exhibition is innovated, real, and groundbreaking. See this striking new exhibit that showcases real human bodies.  See yourself in a fascinating new way like never before.  It will enlighten, empower, fascinate, and inspire you.   

For further information and tickets, call 813*987-6000 or go online to www.mosi.org.  Mosi is located at 4801 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL.

Andrew Wyeth in Phily 

If you have not heard of Andrew Wyeth, maybe you’ve heard of his infamous series called Helga.  Apparently, Helga was his neighbor and part-time model.  The collection, called Andrew Wyeth:  Memory and Magic is now on display at the Philadelphia Museum of Art through July 16^th.  Wyeth, who is now 88 (whom my parents told me was dead when we saw the collection as a child) and media-shy, is uncomfortable viewing his own work in a museum.  Wyeth said that he never had an affair with Helga Testorf, and still paints her occasionally.  The collection includes more than 100 works and well worth the trip if you are in the Philadelphia area.