August Icons: The Broward Center Is Home To Some Superstars This Month

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Jackson Browne brings his full band to the Au-Rene Theater on Tuesday, August 1st, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. With hits such as ”Running On Empty,” “Doctor My Eyes,” “Somebody’s Baby” and “The Pretender,” Browne also Co-Wrote the Eagles' classic “Take It Easy.” Browne helped launch the singer-songwriter movement based in Laurel Canyon, California that was also home to Joni Mitchell, David Crosby, Bonnie Raitt and Frank Zappa. Known for his advocacy on behalf of the environment, human rights, and arts education, Browne is the Co-Founder of Musicians United for Safe Energy, www.Nukefree.org and a member of Ocean Advocacy Group Ocean Elders. Tickets begin at $49.50 with $179.50 Spirit Club Level Seats.

Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group proudly present PAW Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite” in the Au-Rene Theater as part of The Islands of the Bahamas Imagination Series. This brand-new production is an interactive live stage show, where members of the audience get to be heroes unleashed, helping the pups as honorary members of the pack, while they navigate the globe to make it back to Adventure Bay in the nick of time. PAW Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite” follows Ryder and the PAW Patrol pups as they face their greatest challenge yet. When Mayor Humdinger clones Robo Dog, chaos ensues all over the world. It’s up to the PAW Patrol to catch the clones, rescue Robo Dog, and show that when the going gets “ruff,” lending a paw makes audience members the ultimate Top Hero! Featuring stunning visual effects, captivating storytelling and a vibrant musical score that will have guests dancing in their seats and singing along, this staged extravaganza is jam-packed with action and fun for the whole family. Performances are Saturday, August 19th, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday, August 20th, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Tickets start at $45 with $10 lap tickets for children ages 12 months and younger. A limited number of V.I.P. (Very Important Pup) Packages are available, starting at $130 that includes a Premium Seat and Exclusive Photo Opp with PAW Patrol characters after the show.

The Jamaican Reggae Superstar and undisputed king of lovers rock Beres Hammond brings his “Forever Giving Thanks'' tour to the Au-Rene Theater at Broward Center on Saturday, August 26th, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, August 27th, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Famous for his soulful vibe and smoky-sweet, bourbon-on-the-rocks vocals, this Grammy® Award–Nominated singer-songwriter is known as the "Otis Redding of Reggae.” His extensive hit list includes the songs "Tempted to Touch,""I Feel Good,""Putting Up Resistance,""Rockaway" and "No Disturb Sign." Born in the Jamaican province of St. Mary, Hammond grew up listening to his father's collection of American R&B and Jazz, and also fell in love with native Jamaican music during the ska and rocksteady eras. Tickets start at $39 with $139 Spirit Club Level Seats.

Having sold 4 million tickets worldwide and described by The Times as "The Gold Standard" and The Daily Mirror as "The Kings of the Genre," The Australian Pink Floyd brings its “Darkside 50” tour to the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center on Thursday, August 31st, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. In addition to having performed in over 35 countries, they played at original Pink Floyd Member David Gilmour's 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by Pink Floyd’s Rick Wright. Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed tribute show strives to reproduce the Pink Floyd Experience and bring the music to new audiences. The show continues to include a stunning Light and Laser Show, Video Animations, State-Of-The-Art High Resolution LED Screen Technology and other special effects. To accompany these visuals are several large inflatables including a giant pig and their own distinct Pink Kangaroo. Tickets begin at $39.50 with $140.50 Spirit Club Level seats and $199 VIP Packages that include a pre-show sound check and other exclusives.

Also in August, the Miami Hispanic Ballet Corp. presents the XXVIII International Ballet Festival of Miami on Sunday, August 6th, 2023.

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