Who Will Throw The First Brick? - Stonewall National Museum Hosts 3rd Annual Stonewall Uprising Reenactment Aventura Digest May 20, 2026 With Pride Month Underway Across The Nation, Fort Lauderdale’s Stonewall National Museum, Archives & Library (SNMAL) Brings Iconic History Back To Life, With The Museum’s Annual Stonewall Uprising Reenactment Returning June 28Th With The Powerful Message That The Fight Continues. “LGBTQ+ rights and lives are under attack, and we need the courage and spirit of those who fought back in 1969 to keep those freedoms from being extinguished today,” stated Robert Kesten, Stonewall National Museum President and CEO. “This yearly reenactment is not a game or entertainment- it reminds us of what our community had to do if we were to live freely in our own country. Like the struggles for Women's and Civil Rights, these battles are ongoing and essential for a just future.” Originally started in 2024, SNMAL’s first reenactment welcomed Peabody and GLAAD-Award Winner Kristen Lovell of HBO docu-film ‘The Stroll’ as Gay Liberation Activist Marsha P. Johnson, as well as saw South Florida police departments making several ‘arrests’ after ‘breaking into’ the Stonewall INN Stonewall Exhibit. The event’s cultural connection was cemented through the use of 1969 musical classics, including Aquarius/Let the Sunshine in, which brought attendees back in time to the famous night. Since then, the reenactment has become a staple of the Museum’s Pride Month festivities, showcasing the organization’s commitment to protecting LGBTQ+ Community history, as well as how we can connect it to modern day and learn from its lessons. “The reenactment is an annual event because the fight never ends for minority and marginalized communities. The struggle that keeps the world bending towards justice is ongoing and knowing history keeps us engaged and tied to those who came before us." “The United States government's current efforts to deny equal rights can’t be understated. We are living through a pivotal moment in global history, and as difficult as it may be, we need to keep fighting back for ourselves and our loved ones. We want this reenactment to be a much-needed boost of inspiration and hope, especially during such an emotional-taxing point in history.” The 3rd Annual Stonewall Uprising Reenactment will be held: Sunday, June 28th, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. E.T. Stonewall National Museum is located at 1300 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304 To participate, please RSVP to: monique@stonewall-museum.org . To stay updated on SNMAL’s events and exhibits, visit: https://stonewall-museum.org/ About Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library: Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library is one of the largest and most significant LGBTQ+ Museums and Archives and has carried the name Stonewall for more consecutive years than any other organization in the world. For more than five decades, SNMAL has fought for equality by tirelessly releasing powerful messages, hosting dynamic events, launching a solutions-driven task force in Washington D.C., mobilizing educators in its national education project, recognizing leaders and heroes and providing an inexhaustible historic record of achievements, even in the face of prejudice and hate. SNMAL houses millions of pages of records and materials available to the media, drawing direct lines from our nation’s history to today. Major support for the Stonewall National Museum, Archives, & Library provided by the Broward County Cultural Division, the Cultural Council, and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners. 2024 Reenactment Featuring Peabody and GLAAD-award winner Kristen Lovell as Marsha P Johnson Previous Next

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Celebrates Black History Month - Premiere Performances Of Works From Grammy Nominees Nathalie Joachim And Carlos Simon South Florida Sun Times Feb 11, 2026 Timeless Classics Meet Bold New Voices As South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO), Led By Award-Winning Music Director Maestra Sebrina Maria Alfonso, Celebrates Black History Month With A Standout Program. SFSO Will Present The Anticipated Florida Premiere Of GRAMMY Nominee Nathalie Joachim’s Had To Be, An Intimate Exploration Of Memory And Identity, Performed By Rising Cellist Seth Parker Woods And The Orchestral Premiere Of Carlos Simon’s Four Black American Dances, A Vibrant Work Filled With Spiritual Depth. Completing The Program, Mozart’s “Haffner” Symphony Bursts With Celebratory Energy And Elegant Precision, While Rimsky-Korsakov’s Crowd-Pleasing Capriccio Espagnol Sparkles With Irresistible Spanish Rhythms On Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 At New World Center In Miami Beach, Located At 500 17th Street, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 And On Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 At The Parker In Fort Lauderdale, Located At 707 Northeast 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. Both Performances Begin At 7:30 p.m. Enjoy A Pre-Concert Chat With Dr. Alan Mason, Professor Emeritus Of Music At Barry University, 30 Minutes Before Each Concert, Featuring In-Depth Conversation And Insights About The Works And Composers. “This program brings together voices from different eras, honoring the timeless foundations of classical music while celebrating the remarkable talent creating music today,” said Maestra Alfonso. “As we recognize Black History Month, we showcase fresh voices shaping the sound of now - part of our ongoing commitment to introducing new music to our audiences. The magic of live music is that once it begins, we all become one shared energy. Our differences fall away, and the experience speaks a universal language, inviting us to listen with curiosity and connect - to the music and to each other.” Haitian American composer Nathalie Joachim’s Had To Be draws on Black Dandyism - a cultural movement blending European and Black American male fashion to convey style, status, and identity - as well as broader African diasporic influences, including Caribbean musical traditions and New Orleans second line celebrations. The three-movement concerto was written for three-time GRAMMY-nominated cellist Seth Parker Woods, described by The Guardian as “a cellist of power and grace” with “mature artistry and willingness to go to the brink.” “It’s an amalgamation of both beautiful and sweeping Western melodies,” said Woods in a video interview with the New York Philharmonic, where the work premiered in 2024. Had to Be is positive, prideful, and radical all at once. It represents the perpetually colorful and complex intersections between race, class, gender, power, and style. It honors what it means to be Black and continuously choosing to be free. By coincidence, or perhaps to no surprise, Woods has topped the Best Dressed Lists in Variety, Texas Monthly, and OC Register. Cellist Seth Parker Woods is a versatile artist and advocate for contemporary music, having premiered numerous concertos written for him, including works by Tyshawn Sorey, Julia Adolphe, and Rebecca Saunders, in addition to Nathalie Joachim’s Had To Be. His GRAMMY-nominated, autobiographical work Difficult Grace has been performed to critical acclaim at major venues including 92NY, CAP UCLA, and the San Diego Symphony. Woods has appeared at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and Konzerthaus Dortmund, among others. Since 2022, he has served on the faculty of USC Thornton School of Music and was appointed Robert Mann Chair in Strings and Chamber Music in 2024. He has also held residencies with the Kaufman Music Center and Seattle Symphony and received the 2022 Chamber Music America Michael Jaffee Visionary Award. SFSO is also proud to present its orchestral premiere of Four Black American Dances from GRAMMY-nominated African American composer, Carlos Simon, the composer-in-residence for the John F. Kennedy Center. “Four Black American Dances is an orchestral study of prominent Black American dances. The piece really shows how wide varying the Black American community is throughout history. The Ring Shout derived from enslaved Africans. The second movement, Waltz, is a correlation to wealthy black Americans who were making strides in the 1920s and the Thirties,” said Simon in a video interview with the New York Philharmonic. “This is followed by the third movement, Tap, and concludes with the fourth movement, Holy Dance, which is the joyous dancing that takes place in Black Christian churches.” Adding to the varied program, SFSO will perform Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Symphony No. 35 “Haffner,” a four-movement vibrant, celebratory symphony written in 1782, to honor Mozart’s friend, Sigmund Haffner, and his rise to nobility in Salzberg. Concluding the evening is the crowd-pleasing Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio espagnol, based on Spanish folk songs and dances, and filled with vibrant rhythms that whisk audiences off to exotic, far-off places of the imagination. SFSO’s 28th Season of “Juxtapositions” explores beauty in contrasts, where the bold and the sublime intersect, and timeless masterpieces share the stage with today’s most compelling and celebrated musical voices. This season’s performances burst with color and power from the sun-drenches skies of Mendelssohn’s “Italian” to Sibelius’ soul-searching Violin Concerto to Beethoven’s luminous Piano Concerto No. 4 and Dvorak’s Bohemian Eighth. From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores including Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Back to the Future, featuring the iconic films screened live with audio and musical accompaniment, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres. Tickets are now on sale beginning at $35 plus ticketing fees. For February 17th in Miami Beach tickets, buy tickets online at: https://southfloridasymphony.org . By phone at: (305) 673-3331. Or in person at the New World Center’s Box Office. For February 18th in Fort Lauderdale tickets, buy tickets online at: https://southfloridasymphony.org . Or: www.parkerplayhouse.com . By phone at: (954) 462-0222, then press 1. Or at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. Discounted Flex Passes are available by visiting: https://southfloridasymphony.org/2025-26-season . Or by calling: (954) 522-8445. Flex Subscribers save up to 15% off single ticket prices and have the flexibility to use the passes when it best fits their schedules. For additional information, visit: https://southfloridasymphony.org . Call: (954) 522-8445. Or email: info@southfloridasymphony.org . About South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) Founded in 1997 in Key West by Music Director Maestra Sebrina Maraa Alfonso, the Fort Lauderdale-based South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) is celebrating its 28th Season. SFSO is dedicated to providing enriching cultural music experiences to residents and visitors in Monroe, Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Guided by the belief that music is pivotal to thriving communities, SFSO brings vibrancy and engagement with the arts via innovative programming and transformative educational initiatives. A pioneer in its commitment to symphonic music for underserved communities, its Symphony in the Schools program has touched the lives of over 160,000 students since its inception in 1997. SFSO was recently named the first Partner in the Arts for The Parker by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and has been recognized by the Broward County Cultural Division as a “Major Cultural Institution,” one of only a handful of organizations to be so honored. For a performance schedule and season tickets, call: (954) 522-8445. Or visit: https://southfloridasymphony.org . Previous Next

The Rocket Man Show Blasts Onto The Stage At The Moss Center Aventura Digest Feb 17, 2026 Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On This Glittering Opportunity To See Scotsman Rus Anderson Perform Sir Elton John’s Greatest Hits In The Rocket Man Show. Recommended For Ages 13 And Older, The Performance Happens Saturday, February 28th, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. At The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center. Tickets Are Available At: https://www.mosscenter.org/mc/eventDetail.page?id=429 Rus is Elton’s official stunt and body double for an array of projects. Hand-picked by Elton himself to reinterpret highlights of his powerhouse career, Rus brings authentic, explosive showmanship to this must-see performance. In The Rocket Man Show, audiences will experience an extravagant recreation of Elton’s most beloved songs, including “Crocodile Rock,” “Tiny Dancer,” “I’m Still Standing,” and “Your Song.” Rus dazzles in Elton’s original, personally owned costumes from the 1970’s and 80’s, capturing the signature energy and flamboyance of the superstar’s golden years. In full character, he pays homage to pivotal moments in Elton’s storied career, from his famed Troubadour debut in 1970 to his spectacular Dodger Stadium concert in 1975. Rus’s celebrated portrayal of Elton has been featured on E!’s Clash of the Cover Bands and across Elton John’s official social media platforms. Beyond the stage, Rus embodies Elton in the metaverse, performing as the musical icon in Elton John Presents: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road on Roblox. The Rocket Man Show is recommended for ages 13 and older. Ticket prices range from $45 to $65. VIP seating is available for $80 and includes table seating and a complimentary wine, beer, or soft drink. To purchase your tickets, visit: www.MossCenter.org , stop by the Moss Center Box Office in person. Or call: (786) 573-5300. Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, informally known as “The Moss Center,” is managed by the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, with funding support from the Office of the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. The Center is dedicated to presenting and supporting arts and culture and providing access to the arts to Miami-Dade County. More information about the Center and its programs can be found at: www.MossCenter.org . Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council develop cultural excellence, diversity, access and participation throughout Miami-Dade County by strategically creating and promoting equitable opportunities for artists and cultural organizations, and our residents and visitors who are their audiences. The Department receives funding through the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, The Children’s Trust, the National Endowment for the Arts, the State of Florida through the Florida Department of State, Florida Division of Arts and Culture and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the Peacock Foundation, Inc., The Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation at The Miami Foundation, and The Taft Foundation. Other support and services are provided by TicketWeb for the Culture Shock Miami program, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, the South Florida Cultural Consortium and the Tourist Development Council. For more information visit: www.miamidadearts.org . Previous Next

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24th Annual Cuisine For Art: Join Honorees Dara and Jarett Levan For A Fun Evening April 7, 2022 Share The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood’s 24th Annual Cuisine for Art fundraiser will take place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on May 20th, 2022. This fundraiser features elected officials and community leaders serving as Celebrity Waiters during an exciting and entertaining evening. Guests enjoy complimentary wine, beer, vodka and scotch cocktails, a three-course dinner, live and silent auctions, entertainment and awards presentation. Proceeds from the night will go to benefit the arts. 24th Annual Cuisine For Art Honorees Dara is a writer, storyteller and founder of “Every Soul Has a Story,” which includes her blog and podcast. “Every Soul Has a Story” is an inclusive, diverse podcast in which Dara interviews inspiring guests from around the globe. Her writing has been published in Zibby Owens’ “Moms Don’t Have Time to Write,” “Grown & Flown,” “Thrive Global,” “The Broad Life,” “Medium.” Dara completed her first novel last year and it will be published soon. Dara, a Miami native, is a graduate of Indiana University with a Bachelor’s in English. In addition, Dara earned her Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Nova Southeastern University. She stopped practicing speech therapy to return to full-time writing, creating and connecting. Deeply involved in the community since she can remember, Dara presently serves on the Community Foundation of Broward’s Board of Trustees; a Board member of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation/Memorial Hospital Foundation; a member of the United Way Of Broward County Tocqueville Society; the Women’s Fiction Writers Association and the Women’s National Book Association. She has also served as a past Board member of the Goodman Jewish Family Services (UFS) of Broward County; Junior Achievement of South Florida, Young At Art Children’s Museum and | Care | Cure Childhood Cancer Foundation. In addition, Dara was a founding member of the Circle of Friends for the Alvin Sherman Library Research Information and Technology Center at Nova Southeastern University and a graduate of Leadership Broward. Dara lives her life with passion and purpose. Her intention is to impact the world with integrity, love and meaning, one word at a time. Jarett S. Levan is the President and Chief Executive Officer and serves on the Board of BBX Capital, Inc (OTCQX: BBXIA). Jarett also serves on the Board of Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation and Bluegreen Vacations Corporation. He is also CEO of BBX Sweet Holdings, which owns and operates Hoffman’s Chocolates, IT’SUGAR and Las Olas Confections and Snacks – all specialty chocolate and candy companies. He is on the Board of the BBX Capital Foundation, formerly the Bank Atlantic Foundation, established in 1994 to support a wide array of activities in the arts, education, social welfare and community and economic development. Since its inception, they have awarded more than $20 million in contributions and in-kind services to charitable organizations throughout the state of Florida. Jarett is the founder and Chair Emeritus of Business for the Arts of Broward, a not-for-profit organization that educates the business community about the importance of Broward County’s art and cultural community and engages them in building connections between cultural vitality, creative successes and economic development. Jarett recognizes the importance of arts and culture in our community and has been a loyal ambassador and advocate for the Broward County cultural community. A recent study conducted by the Americans for the Arts calculated the economic impact of the non-profit arts and cultural industry in Broward at more than $400 million each year, supporting more than 11,000 jobs and generating more than $40 million in revenue for local and state governments. Jarett also serves on the Board of Broward Performing Arts Foundation, is a Board member of the Broward College Foundation, the Broward Workshop and Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance Foundation. He is an Honorary Board member of the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood and a member of the NSU Ambassadors’ Board and Fellows Society, and a member of Young Presidents’ Organization. A member of the Florida Bar, Jarett graduated Cum Laude from the University of Miami School of Law and earned a Bachelor’s in Finance from Goizueta Business school of Emory University. He is also a graduate of the Harvard Business School President’s Program in Leadership. To purchase tickets for the event, visit: https://www.artandculturecenter.org/cuisine-for-art-registration < Previous News Next News >

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