The Florida Orchestra presents Schubert's Magnificent Mass, November 3, 2006
Carol Morsani Hall

With Stefan Sanderling conducting and featuring The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay, The Florida Orchestra presents Mahler’s "Adagio from Symphony No. 10" and Schubert’s "Mass No. 6." For more information, call 813.286.2403. Click Here to purchase tickets

The Jobsite Theater presents The Complete Works of Shakespeare (abridged) November 10 - 12, 2006 Shimberg Playhouse

Jobsite has packed their trunks with everything from skulls to skirts and daggers to dinosaurs. Having shrunk Will's wit and wisdom into manageable morsels of madness they tear around the stage in tights and trainers. It's time to dust down your doublets, sort out your singlets and join Jobsite on a riotous romp through all 37 of Shakespeare's plays.

This production, originally produced by Jobsite in March of 2001, played to capacity crowds in the Shimberg Playhouse for a three-week run and has since been brought back twice for one-night command performances – both which have sold out. It was named a Top 10 production of 2001 by both Weekly Planet and The Tampa Tribune and continues to be one of Jobsite’s most memorable and popular productions.

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Carnival Center Presents AÏDA, Oct 28^th thru Nov 30^th

This year Warren Miller's 57th annual feature film "Off the Grid" will take its viewers to remote locations around the globe. The world's best skiers and riders travel the world skiing and riding big mountains, steep terrain and deep powder. India, Austria, and Switzerland are a few of the remote locations that this years film visits, with highlights and ground breaking material from US Freeskier Open, Olympic trials and backcountry cliff drops that will have you dropping your jaw. Kick the season off this year as Warren Miller takes us "Off the Grid."

Amaturo Theater
Price $12.00
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This concert will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Flamingo Freedom Band, Florida's only Gay and Lesbian Community Band, and will feature special guests the Fort Lauderdale Gay Men's Chorus, the Rough Riders of South Florida, and the South Florida Lambda Chorale. The musical selections will be from Broadway and Beyond, including West Side Story, Candide, and Les Miserables. Come enjoy selections from composers like Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and George Gershwin. This "One Night Only" event has been made possible by the Community Foundation of Broward County, the Broward County Cultural Division, Pride South Florida, and the Broward Center Arts Access Program.

Amaturo Theater
Price $25.00 - $40.00
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Local Theatre Buzz

Please note: we have organized this by the date of the final performance. New additions this week are highlighted in Bold Red.

Burning Blue, Nov 18^th thru Dec 23^rd 

The Rising Action Theatre Company, the ones that have brought us Southern Baptist Sissies and The Last Hairdresser will be performing Burning Blue at Cinema Paradiso from November 18^th through December 23^rd.  Burning Blue is the Award Winning play about a witch-hunt for gays in the military that has sold out houses in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and London.  As the story goes, two servicemen go into a gay disco in Hong Kong and it gets reported back and triggers an investigation into their personal lives.   

Cinema Paradiso is located at 503 SE 6^th Street in Downtown Fort Lauderdale.  Tickets are $30 and are available at 954*567-8550.  Tickets are also available, cash only, at GayMart in Alibi Plaza in Wilton Manors.  Warning (or Incentive):  The show contains nudity. 

A Soldier’s Fugue, Thru Nov 5^th 

This weekend, check out Belliot:  A Soldier’s Fugue, the poignant story about three generations of an American military family, choices, hardships, and hope that opens with its young protagonist home on leave after being wounded in Iraq questioning if he should go back to Iraq or to the sub place he left.  Elliot, a teenager and wounded with a Purple Heart, must choose some way out of poverty.  This is not a play about politics but how the choices of as Second Tour might be better than the life of working in a sub shop.  Elliot is playing at The New Theatre at 4120 Laguna Street in Coral Gables.  You can go to www.new-theatre.org or call 305*443-5909 for further information.      

BINGO Comes to Stage Door Theatre, Starting Nov 11^th 

Starting November 11^th, The Stage Door Theatre is presenting their latest musical, BINGO.  This is a splashy, zippy, outrageously funny new musical about three pals that have driven through a terrible storm in the name of their weekly obsession.  In between the number calling, strange rituals, and fierce competitions—love blossoms and long lost friends reunite!  If you would like more information or to purchase tickets online, go to www.stagedoortheatre.com or call them at 954*344-7765.  The Stage Door Theatre is located in 26^th Street Theatre in Wilton Manors.  Check out my last review of Hairspray.  

Unidentified Human Remains, Starts November 17^th 

Two Rooms, Until Nov 5^th 

On Display

Graphic Noise at Atlantic University, Thursday Nov 9^th thru Jan 27^th  

Next Thursday, November 9^th, Atlantic University is proud to host, Graphic Noise:  Art at 1,000 Decibels.  Graphic Noise is a big and bountiful exhibition of contemporary concert posters that is currently touring the country.  With nearly 500 posters by over 100 artists representing eight countries, this exhibition provides an exhilarating visual culmination of work from skilled screen printers, illustrators, and graphic designers. Graphic Noise is organized by the Museum of Design in Atlanta and will be at the Schmidt Center Gallery at Atlantic University located at 777 Glades Road in Boca Raton, FL.  .  There will be an Opening Reception Thursday, November 9^th at 7pm and the show will run through January 27^th, 2007.    

Tshun Comes to One Tea Lounge

This month, One Tea Lounge will be featuring Tshun’s {WAKTU}:  Art Perspective of Time.  There will be an Artist’s Reception on Friday, November 10^th from 7:30pm to 10pm.  One Tea Lounge is located at 2037 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors.  Hours of operation are 1pm to 10pm Tuesday through Sunday.  You can call 954*563-2266 for further information. 

Alfred Phillips is Never Gone, Nov 4 thru Nov 27^th

ArtExpressions, local gallery on Wilton Drive, will be featuring artist Alfred Phillips collection Never Gone from Saturday, November 4^th thru Monday, November 27^th.  After having his studio destroyed from Hurricane Wilma, he unsuccessfully attempted to leave Southern Florida, but turned his misfortune to success.  All of the paintings have been done within the past twelve months with items depicted in the paintings contain items such as:  shattered glass, rusted metal, sharp angles, chaos, and degeneration.   There will be an Artist Gala Reception on Saturday, November 4^th at 7pm at the gallery located at 1212 NE 4^th Avenue/Wilton Drive in Fort Lauderdale.  For further information, you can go to www.artexpressions.tk or 954*527-7700.  Admission is free.   

Stonewall Artist of the Month, Steven Sylvester 

ArtsUnited is happy to announce the Artist of the Month for the Stonewall Library and Archives is Steven Sylvester.  Steven, who often played in mud puddles as a child hasn’t changed much as an adult—mud is still his medium of choice.  Playing with mud as an adult clay artist requires a balance between delicate finessing and outright mud wrestling with a creative result as the goal.  There will be an Opening Reception for him at 6:30 pm on Monday, November 6^th at the Stonewall Library and Archives, which is located at 1717 N Andrews Avenue in Fort Lauderdale or by calling them at 954*763-8565. 

You can also go to www.artsunitedonline.org or www.stevensylvester.net for further information. 

Bodies Found in South Miami

The controversial and gruesome exhibit displaying the human body from the perspective of the bones and muscle tissue titled Bodies…The Exhibition, which I reported was in Tampa and then New York City, is now in the area at the Shops at Sunset Place.  Bodies will be on display until March 25^th and tickets cost between $16-$22.50.  The Shops at Sunset Place is located at 5701 Sunset Drive Suite 105 in South Miami.

For further information call 866*866-8265, 305*663-0873 or see them on the web at www.bodiestheexhibition.com. 

ArtErotica Comes to ArtExpressions Thru Nov 16^th

Now, through November 16^th, ArtExpressions will be hosting an exhibit titled, ArtErotica.  This show features works in various media by emerging and established artists that celebrate sexuality and the beauty of the human body.  This is all to promote a deeper, healthier, and more tolerant appreciation of human sexuality.  There is an opening reception this Saturday, October 14^th at 7pm with wine and cheese and a Meet and Greet of the artists, and is open to the public.  For further information go to www.artexpressions.tk or call them at 954*527-7700.  The gallery is located at 1212 NE 4^th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale. 

Masters of Latin Art 

At the Boca Raton Museum of Art, now through November 26^th, they are featuring a collection called Masters of Latin America:  From the Joan and Milton Bagley Collection that contains more than 60 paintings and sculptures never before exhibited by many of the most important Latin American artists of the last century.  The Boca Raton Museum of Art is located at 501 Plaza Real in Mizner Park.  You can go to www.bocamuseum.org or call them at 561*392-2500 for further information. 

Cool Wine Labels Found at Naked Grape, Thursday Nov 2^nd

The Naked Grape Wine Company will be featuring a wine tasting that will help you end the frustration of What to bring this holiday season?  They will be having a wine tasting of selected wines for you to bring to all those holiday get-togethers.  Why go to the grocery store when you can go to the Naked Grape and have them help you, explain what would be perfect, and even the perfect wrapping for your parties.  This will be the second to last Wine Tasting this year, and remember that they have moved them to Thursdays!  The event starts at 7pm and tickets are available in advance at the store, which is located at 2039 Wilton Drive in Wilton Manors or by phone at 954*563-5631.

Holiday Preview Tasting at L&L, Friday, November 3^rd

This Friday, at L&L Market Bistro in Miramar, will be having their Holiday Preview Tasting starting at 6:30pm.  Drop by and sample some of the dishes that they offer for holiday entertaining, plus festive wines and beers.  Whether you are looking for side dishes, dessert, main courses, or wines, they will have samples available so you can try them before your guests do.  Also, you will be able to sample a selection of beverages ideal for the holidays and will have wines paired up with their dishes, and others for big event and even festive beers to try.  This event is $15 and includes all the food, wine, and beer.  They will provide a souvenir wine glass for the occasion.  L&L Market Bistro is located at 11338 Miramar Parkway in Miramar, FL and you can reach them at www.landlmarketbistro.com or at 954*437-0071.    

More RED Than Ever!

Over the past couple of weeks I posted how Gap Inc. and other companies have been doing their part to help out HIV infected people of the sub-Saharan Africa, and that U2 front man Bono and Bobby Shriver actually founded the RED campaign and launched it on October 13^th.  Well, other companies have realized how important this cause is, how simple it is to contribute, and how by uniting under one color, they can make a difference

I came across another Red Product while in the mall, Apple introduced their RED iPod and can be purchased online at www.apple.com or at an Apple Store.  

Once again, all of these products go to and actually help make a difference in Africa.  When you buy an iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED, it matters even more because $10 from every one sold goes directly to the Global Fund.  For further information about the Global Fund and (RED) visit www.joinred.com.  

#1 Halloween Costume 

This week marked the Gay High Holly Day, Halloween—where everyone can be someone or something else—just for one night.  The perks of living with a female illusionist entertain extraordinaire is that I have:  access to hair pieces and wigs, a sewing machine and serger in our living room for quick alterations and costume making, and of course the never-ending supply of sequins, glitter, and cementing hair spray.  With that being said, I know how things are made what things take time, and how to truly appreciate hard work.  I would have to say, I like it when people take things and put their own personal spin on already existing things.  One friend, (whom will remain nameless and “open-ended”) took one of Fort Lauderdale’s Most Popular Male Costume The Prisoner, and added lettering and alluded to him being a Prison Bitch and to do naughty things to him.  Driving all around Wilton Manors and along Las Olas, The Prisoner would have to be #1 most popular, with The Pimp coming in a close Second.  Also, as a reminder for next year, post Halloween events leads to a field day of drunken disrobing where I scored, in our parking lot, a pair of size 12 black stiletto pirate-esque boots! 

Gay History Given to Stonewall Archives 

The Stonewall Library and Archives will receive six rare picket signs used in protests of the White House and Pentagon by the early Gay Rights pioneer Dr. Frank Kameny.  These signs, along with several rare posters, magazines, and pamphlets from the early 1960’s were given by Dr Kameny after a recognition ceremony by Smithsonian on October 6^th.  The gift, along with 70,000 letters, documents, and memorabilia was given to the Library of Congress and Smithsonian and some of the items were donated to Gay and Lesbian Archives across the nation.  Dr. Kameny’s personal papers are destined for the Manuscript Division of the Library of Congress and several rare protest and picket signs will be make part of the permanent collections of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History.  These items will be presented at the Stonewall’s Heritage Gala on November 18^th where Dr. Kameny will be presented with The Stonewall Heritage Award—that is given annually to an individual who has contributed significantly to national GLBT Culture.  Tickets to the Gala are $100 and may be purchased at the Stonewall Library and Archives at 1717 N Andrews Avenue in Fort Lauderdale or by calling them at 954*763-8565. 

The Glove of The King 

There is an auction scheduled for December 5^th and 6^th, that will contain some monumental pieces of American Pop Culture.  Among the items donated by Dick Clark, is the microphone he used on American Bandstand on July 9, 1956—the first day of the show that made him a legend.   The microphone is scheduled to fetch between $10,000 and $100,000.  Also, the sequined glove of Michael Jackson from 1983, a bass guitar owned and played by Paul McCartney when he was a Beatle, and Bob Dylan’s harmonica used in The Last Waltz are among the 1,000 items being auctioned off.  The auction will be held at the Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York and will benefit the T.J. Martell Foundation—which helps raise money for leukemia, cancer, and AIDS research.  For more information, go to www.tjmartellfoundation.org. 

Jennifer McClain

Thursday, November 9^th, at 9pm, Smarty Pants will be featuring the one and only local Diva Jennifer McClain’s CD Release Party.  There will be special guest performances, giveaways, and prizes.  Of course, there will be many drink specials and cute bartenders to give you a good time if Jennifer isn’t enough for you.  The CD, titled Straight Up Country will be available and she will be on hand to sign them.  Jennifer is a local singing legend, who started out in the karaoke circuit and moved on to special spots locally, has such a big following she even performed at The Stonewall Street Festival, and was last seen at Element’s Trannie Shack’s Halloween Night singing live as The Little Mermaid’s Ursula.   Smarty Pants is located at 3038 N Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale and their phone is 954*561-1724.  You and also find Jennifer at www.myspace.com/JenniferMcClainSings. 

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater 

As Long As She is Queen

Get On Your Toes 

The first performance of the 2006/2007 season of the Ballet Florida will be November 3-5^th and will be at the Eissey Campus Theatre in Palm Beach Gardens.  Tickets are now on sale for the world premier of Bello, which will feature live music onstage by the Mercury Baroque Ensemble.  For tickets or further information, you can go to www.balletflorida.com or call them at 800*540-0172 or 561*659-2000.   

Coming to Town

Please note: we have organized this by date of appearance. New additions this week are highlighted in Bold Red.

Shakira Dec 6, 7, and 9^th 

Shakira, who performed two sold-out September dates in Miami while on her Oral Fixation Tour, has added more dates to her South Florida appearances at the American Airline Arena.  She will be performing December 6^th, 7^th, and 9^th and tickets are on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com.

Justin & Pink, Feb 24^th & 25^th 

As of Saturday, the Justin Timberlake and Pink In The Round Tour will be at the American Airlines Arena on Saturday, February 24^th and the Bank Atlantic Center on Sunday, February 25^th.  Tickets are available through www.ticketmaster.com or at www.aeglive.com.  For further information you can also call 954*523-3309 or 305*358-5885.  Don’t forget to also check out www.justintimberlakefanclub.com! 

Grey Gardens

Did you ever wonder about celebrity’s true families?  Yes, the ones before the use of VH1 and Mtv’s celebrity reality shows.  Grey Gardens is the incredible story of Jackie O’s most outrageous relatives.   Now open on Broadway at the Walter Kerr Theater, which is located at 212 West 48^th Street.  For further information call 212*239-6200 www.greygardensthemusical.com or www.telecharge.com.   

Spoonful of Sugar & a Loaf of Bread

Opening November 16^th, Mary Poppins will be appearing via umbrella at the New Amsterdam Theater at 214 West 42^nd Street and can be contacted at 212*307-4100.  Also opening November 9^th, Les Misérables returns to Broadway at the Boadhurst Theater at 235 West 34^th Street and can also be contacted at 212*239-6200.

Annie Leibovitz (American, b. 1949). Nicole Kidman, 2003. Photograph © Annie Leibovitz. Courtesy of Vogue. From Annie Leibovitz: A Photographer's Life, 1990–2005

Annie Leibovitz

On display now, through January 21, 2007, at The Brooklyn Museum is Annie Leibovitz:  A Photographer’s Life 1990-2005.  This premier exhibit features more than 200 photographs by one of the most celebrated photographers of our time, ranging from celebrity portraits to landscapes to personal images of friends and family.  Having started out at Rolling Stone she then became the Chief Photographer in 1973, then moved to Vanity Fair and Vogue, but has also done work for campaigns ranging from American Express, Gap, Givenchy, The Sopranos, and the Milk Board.  For more information you can go to www.brooklynmuseum.org.  Check out the exhibit before it goes on its international tour!

USS Intrepid Gets a Makeover

The famed WWII, Korean, and Vietnam veteran carrier, the USS Intrepid, which has been homeported as a semi-floating museum in New York Harbor, will be escorted along the Hudson River to the Bayonne Marine Terminal in New Jersey.  The Intrepid has become a top tourist destination drawing in over 700,000 visitors a year where military and naval traditions are all but gone or invisible—except for Fleet Week.  Saved from a scrap yard, the Intrepid was turned into a museum in 1982 and has participated in every major battle during the last two years of the war in the Pacific for WWII (surviving five Japanese kamikaze suicide attacks and loosing 270 crew members), served both in the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and was a recovery ship for NASA astronauts.  The plan is that on November 6^th, there will be a grand ceremony featuring speeches, patriotic music, a Navy flyover before it will be escorted down the Hudson past the World Trade Center site, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty.  While in dry dock, the pier will also receive a makeover for their homecoming in November 2008.  For further information, go to www.intrepidmuseum.org. 

Nathan Lane is Butley

Right now, at the Booth Theatre in New York City, you can catch Tony Award Winning actor Nathan Lane as he performs Butley.  His wife just left him…so did his lover.  And it’s not even noon.  This is a limited time engagement, only running for 14 weeks—until January 14th!  The Booth Theatre is located at 222 W 45^th Street and you can go to www.butleyonbroadway.com or call them at 800-432-7250 for tickets.