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An Unforgettable Season Of Live Performance - The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Stage Comes Alive With Broadway & Comedy

South Florida Sun Times

Sep 24, 2026

The 2026/2027 Aventura Broadway Concert Series, Presented By The City Of Aventura At The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, Features Broadway’s Brightest Stars As They Light Up The Stage In This Spectacular Concert Series, Featuring Four Unforgettable Evenings Of Broadway Classics, Contemporary Works, Cabaret And Personal Storytelling, This Series Celebrates The Voices And Artists Who Have Shaped Musical Theater Across Generations With An Evening With Victoria Clark On Sunday, November 22nd, 2026; An Evening With Norm Lewis On Friday, January 8th, 2027; Reeve Carney: Broadway Divas On Friday, January 22nd, 2027; And Andrea McArdle’s Broadway Jukebox: An Unscripted Evening Of Song, Story, And Surprise On Saturday, April 10th, 2027. Ticket Buyers Also Have The Option To Purchase The Opportunity To Meet The Artists After The Show And Have A Photo Taken. This Series Is Not Sold By Subscription.

An Evening with Victoria Clark

Sunday, November 22nd, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.

The 2026/2027 Aventura Broadway Concert Series presented by the City of Aventura kicks off with An Evening with Victoria Clark on Sunday, November 22nd, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Clark is a two-time Tony Award–winning actress, director and educator. She made her Broadway debut as an understudy in the original Sunday in the Park with George and has since delivered acclaimed performances in Kimberly Akimbo (Tony, Lucille Lortel and Outer Critics Circle Awards); The Light in the Piazza (Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle); Sister Act; Cinderella; and Gigi, among many others. Her television credits include Pose, The Blacklist, Homeland and One Royal Holiday. An accomplished educator and director, Clark has released two solo albums on PS Classics, including Fifteen Seconds of Grace and December Songs. This special concert features songs from her celebrated Broadway roles alongside beloved standards. She is joined by music director Ted Sperling, a Tony and Drama Desk Award winner for The Light in the Piazza, with a distinguished career spanning more than four decades on Broadway and beyond. VIP tickets are available as an add-on at checkout and include a post-show meet & greet/photo opportunity.


An Evening with Norm Lewis

Friday, January 8th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.

Renowned for his acting work on stage and screen, the SAG, Grammy and Tony Award nominated star, Norm Lewis, is best known for his booming baritone and the magnetic charisma that has marked every step of his nearly three decades of Broadway excellence. The 2026/2027 Broadway Concert Series presented by the City of Aventura at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center kicks off with An Evening with Norm Lewis on Friday, January 8th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m. In this one-man show, Lewis presents a revue of songs drawn from his extensive resume of leading roles, showcasing his vocal range across jazz, blues, soul, pop and classic American standards. He recently starred in the off-Broadway production of Ceremonies in Dark Old Men and completed the national tour of the Tony Award-winning production, A Soldier's Play, and he has appeared in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s West End concert production of Love Never Dies. He also starred in Broadway’s Chicken and Biscuits at Circle in the Square Theatre. Lewis earned multiple award nominations for his performance as Porgy in Porgy and Bess. In 2014 he became the first Black actor to play the Phantom on Broadway in The Phantom of the Opera and is a proud founding member of Black Theatre United. VIP tickets are available as an add-on at checkout and include a post-show meet & greet/photo opportunity.


Reeve Carney: Broadway Divas

Friday, January 22nd, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.

Grammy Award winning Broadway star, Reeve Carney, brings a cabaret that feels like an invitation-only afterparty to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center with Reeve Carney: Broadway Divas on Friday, January 22nd, 2027 at 8:00 p.m. as part of the 2026/2027 Broadway Concert Series presented by the City of Aventura. A singer, multi-instrumentalist and actor, Carney has built a distinctive career spanning Broadway, recording and live performance, appearing in theaters, cabaret venues, rock clubs and festivals worldwide. He currently stars as Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby and is known for originating Orpheus in Hadestown and Peter Parker in Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, as well as for his roles in Penny Dreadful and Fox’s The Rocky Horror Picture Show. His performance features a dynamic mix of selections from the Broadway canon, the Great American Songbook and original music from his award-winning album Youth Is Wasted. Signed to Interscope Records at age 22, he released two albums with his band before launching an independent solo career. His debut solo album, Youth Is Wasted, earned five Independent Music Awards, including Best Album. Broadway World wrote “Carney is truly a force in entertainment, and any opportunity you have to see him in a live show, take it.” VIP tickets are available as an add-on at checkout and include a post-show meet-and-greet and photo opportunity with Carney.


Andrea McArdle’s Broadway Jukebox

Saturday, April 10th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.

In celebration of the original Broadway production’s 50th Anniversary, Broadway’s first Annie, Andrea McArdle, invites audiences to a completely unscripted, one-of-a-kind musical experience on Saturday, April 10th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. In Andrea McArdle’s Broadway Jukebox, presented by the City of Aventura, no two shows are ever the same. The audience becomes part of the show by selecting songs and story prompts that shape an unforgettable night filled with powerhouse vocals, spontaneous storytelling and pure theatrical magic. Experience McArdle as she shares behind-the-scenes tales from her legendary career and personal stories featuring such icons as Liberace, Muhammad Ali, Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand and Sarah Jessica Parker. McArdle rocketed to stardom as Broadway’s original Annie, becoming the youngest performer ever nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. Her Broadway credits include Starlight Express, State Fair, Beauty and the Beast and Les Miserables, with additional starring roles on tour and in concert halls worldwide, including Carnegie Hall and the White House. VIP tickets are available as an add-on at checkout and include a post-show meet & greet and photo opportunity with McArdle.


2026/2027 Aventura Comedy Series

The 2026/2027 Aventura Comedy Series: Stand-Up Stars and Unforgettable Laughs! presented by the City of Aventura at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center features stand-up comedy legends Julia Scotti on Friday, November 20th, 2026; Dovi Neuburger & Ami Kozak Hanukkah Comedy Show on Saturday, December 5th, 2026; and Rita Rudner on Tuesday, February 9th, 2026. This series is not sold by subscription.


Julia Scotti

Friday, November 20th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.

The 2026/2027 Aventura Comedy Series presented by the City of Aventura kicks off with nationally touring stand-up comedian, Julia Scotti, known for her razor-sharp wit, heartfelt storytelling and fearless honesty on Friday, November 20th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. She gained national attention as a standout quarterfinalist on America’s Got Talent, where she shared her journey as a transgender woman. A seasoned performer since the ‘80s, Scotti has toured with top comedians, was named Funniest Person in New Jersey and appeared on Comedy Central and Showtime’s More Funny Women of a Certain Age. Her life and career are also featured in the documentary Julia Scotti: Funny That Way. With warmth, candor and no-holds-barred humor, Scotti continues to break barriers and connect with audiences night after night. This event contains adult language or content.


Dovi Neuburger & Ami Kozak Hanukkah Comedy Show

Saturday, December 5th, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.

Celebrate Hanukkah with an unforgettable night of laughter during the Dovi Neuburger & Ami Kozak Hanukkah Comedy Show, sponsored in part by the City of Aventura as part of the Aventura Comedy Series. The performance takes place Saturday, December 5th, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Neuburger is a New York based stand-up comedian and a rising star in the Jewish comedy world. He regularly opens for Elon Gold's theater dates, performing for sold-out audiences nationwide and has built a growing digital following of more than 65,000 on Instagram. Kozak is a comedian, musician, impressionist and podcaster. Kozak's online videos have taken social media by storm, amassing millions of views on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. He has been featured on Fox News; Sky News; The Daily Wire; Adam Carolla; as well as numerous other high-profile news segments and podcasts. He has become a staunch advocate for Israel and the Jewish community and hosts his own podcast, Ami's House. VIP tickets are available for this performance. VIP tickets include premium seating in the first two rows and a post-show meet-and-greet with the artists. This show contains adult language or content.


Rita Rudner

Tuesday, February 9th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.

Rita Rudner, one of America’s most beloved comedians, brings her signature wit to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on Tuesday, February 9th, 2027, as part of the Aventura Comedy Series presented by the City of Aventura. Known for her sharp, epigrammatic one-liners and elegant delivery, Rudner became one of Las Vegas’s most sought-after performers, ultimately achieving the longest-running solo female comedy show in the city’s history and earning honors including the Casino Entertainment Legend Award and nine consecutive titles as Las Vegas Comedian of the Year. Her television and stage career includes acclaimed HBO specials Born to Be Mild, Married Without Children and her debut One Night Stand, as well as sold-out performances at Carnegie Hall. Her PBS special, Rita Rudner: Live from Las Vegas, marked the network’s first stand-up comedy special. A bestselling author, she has written six books, including Naked Beneath My Clothes, the audio edition of which earned a Grammy nomination. Beyond stand-up, Rudner is also an accomplished actor and screenwriter, frequently collaborating with her husband, Martin Bergman, on films such as Peter’s Friends and Thanks. She has written for the Academy Awards, hosted the syndicated series Ask Rita and continues to create new work for stage and screen. An opening act is yet to be announced. VIP tickets are available as an add-on at checkout and include a post-show meet & greet/ photo opportunity.


Accessibility

Theater Access Our facilities feature ADA-approved signage, handrails, and automatic door openers. Patrons with limited mobility may be dropped off in front of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center via the front driveway. The dropoff point allows for access to all venue spaces.


Special Seating Accessible seating is available and can be limited. We encourage you to order early and to specifically request seating for wheelchair access or easy access transfer. Accessible seating may be purchased by calling: (954) 462-0222, press option 1. Wheelchair seating may be purchased online at: www.aventuracenter.org. Look for the wheelchair icon on the seating chart and click to purchase.


Wheelchair/Accessible Ticketing Policy It is prohibited for anyone, other than those requiring the accessible features of a seat—or a guest’s companion—to use accessible seating locations (unless the area has been released for general seating). Those purchasing wheelchair accessible seating may purchase one (1) wheelchair accessible seat and up to three (3) companion seats; any additional seats must be purchased in the regular seating areas. This policy ensures that we can maximize use of all available and accessible wheelchair seats at our theater.


Wheelchair Availability

We have a limited number of wheelchairs available at no charge. Please ask any front of house personnel for assistance.


Assistive Listening Devices

Assistive Listening Devices are available in our performance space. These devices amplify and clarify sound for patrons who are hard of hearing. There is no charge for the use of the headset. If you wish to use one of these headsets during your visit, please ask any Front of House personnel in the lobby.


Sensory Friendly Performances

These performances are intended to create a welcoming and supportive environment for children and adults on the Autism Spectrum as well as individuals with other sensitivity issues or developmental disabilities.


Service Animals Service animals as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act are permitted into the theaters and must always remain on a leash or in a harness. A service animal must sit under the guest’s seat or at his/her feet. Service animals are not permitted to sit in the aisle or on seats. A guest whose service animal poses a threat to the safety of other Aventura Arts & Cultural Center guests and/or staff may be asked to escort the animal off the premises.


Restrooms

Wheelchair accessible and companion/family restrooms are in the lobbies of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Please ask any front of house personnel for locations.


Emergency Information To contact an audience member during a performance, please call the Box Office at: (305) 466-8002, Extension#: 1. Or the General Manager at: (305) 466-8002, Extension#: 2. We will do our best to reach your party. Please provide a seat number, section, and row if possible.


The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180.


Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Buy tickets online at: www.aventuracenter.org. By phone at: (877) 311-7469. Or: (954) 462-0222. Or in person at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Wednesday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. Noon to 5:00 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance. For Group Sales, please call: (954) 660-6307.


Please note that not all events scheduled for the 2026-2027 Season are currently on sale and additional performances will be added throughout the season.


The Broward Center for the Performing Arts manages the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, a 14,864-Square-Foot, 330-Seat Waterfront Complex that hosts performing arts, cultural and educational programming for all ages.


For more information, visit: www.aventuracenter.org.


Aventura Comedy Series Julia Scotti Friday, November 20th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.
Aventura Comedy Series Julia Scotti Friday, November 20th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.


An Evening with Norm Lewis Friday, January 8th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.
An Evening with Norm Lewis Friday, January 8th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.


Reeve Carney: Broadway Divas Friday, January 22nd, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.
Reeve Carney: Broadway Divas Friday, January 22nd, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.


Andrea McArdle’s Broadway Jukebox Saturday, April 10th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.
Andrea McArdle’s Broadway Jukebox Saturday, April 10th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.




An Evening with Victoria Clark Sunday, November 22nd, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
An Evening with Victoria Clark Sunday, November 22nd, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.


Aventura Comedy Series Dovi Neuburger & Ami Kozak Hanukkah Comedy Show Saturday, December 5th, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.
Aventura Comedy Series Dovi Neuburger & Ami Kozak Hanukkah Comedy Show Saturday, December 5th, 2026 at 7:15 p.m. and 9:45 p.m.


Aventura Comedy Series Rita Rudner Tuesday, February 9th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.
Aventura Comedy Series Rita Rudner Tuesday, February 9th, 2027 at 8:00 p.m.

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