Voices For Children Of Broward - To Host Annual Soaring For Children Gala, Capes & Courage, In Celebration Of Its 15th Anniversary South Florida Sun Times Mar 4, 2026 Suit Up For An Unforgettable Evening Of Honor, Heart, And Heroic Impact! Voices For Children Of Broward (Voices) Invites The Community To Celebrate The Courageous Individuals And Community Champions Who Have Helped The Nonprofit Organization Dedicated To Working To Make The Foster Care Experience Better For All Children Soar Over The Past 15 Years. Voices’ Annual Soaring for Children Gala, Capes & Courage, will Take Place On Saturday, April 18th, 2026 At The Venue In Wilton Manors. The Soaring for Children Gala marks a new chapter for Voices as it elevates the signature annual event in honor of the organization’s 15th Anniversary. While past years have featured intimate gatherings, this year’s celebration will be a glamorous gala, an unforgettable evening of purpose, connection and community spirit. South Florida’s top community leaders, philanthropists and changemakers will enjoy an evening filled with powerful moments, uplifting stories and a celebration of the generosity that has helped Voices rise. The event will begin with a VIP Sponsor Reception from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Following, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, a three-course plated dinner, a compelling program, a curated silent auction and superpowered entertainment. The celebration will continue in a relaxed and festive setting with the Unmasked After Party starting at 9:30 p.m. Every moment will remind attendees what it means to be a hero. This year’s theme takes flight in celebration of Voices’ 15th Anniversary and the everyday heroes who make a difference in the lives of children in foster care. The evening will reflect on the strength of the past while rising with renewed purpose, united in the commitment to build a better tomorrow for the children Voices serves. It is a tribute to the community of allies, champions, and defenders who have given their time, talents, and hearts to help Broward County children build brighter futures. Proceeds will support Voices as it expands its mission to ensure that every child and young adult in Broward County who has experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment has access to essential resources and programs that promote long-term stability and well-being. Funds will help sustain year-round high-impact programs, ensuring children in foster care are seen, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive. Since 2011, Voices for Children of Broward County has served more than 14,000 children in foster care by providing advocacy, essential needs, wrap-around support, and memory-making experiences. “We’re honored to host our Annual Soaring for Children Gala, Capes & Courage, in celebration of our 15th Anniversary,” said President and CEO Erica Herman. “Capes & Courage reflects both the resilience of the children we serve and the bravery of those who show up for them every day. From the elegant shield representing Voices’ legacy to the flowing cape symbolizing strength and compassion, the evening honors those who have stood by our side and uplifted our mission. We’re grateful to our supporters who are dedicated to helping us build a stronger and more responsive system of care, one that centers the voices of children and ensures they are never left behind.” Every child deserves stability, support, and the chance to dream. Since its founding, Voices has: • Supported 14,000+ children in foster care across Broward County. • Responding to urgent and everyday needs by helping children enter care or navigate instability with dignity and support. • Delivered life-enriching and experiential learning opportunities that create core memories and inspire brighter futures. • Connected youth and caregivers to services that support health, education, emotional well-being, and family stability. • Walked alongside teens preparing for adulthood with advocacy, referrals, and care coordination. • Established the Hope Haven, a trusted resource hub providing access to essential hygiene products, clothing, and comfort items through ongoing support and pop-up shops, distributing more than 1,500 items each year so children feel cared for and supported. • Strengthened partnerships with the 17th Judicial Circuit Court, ChildNet, state agencies, and other organizations serving children in foster care by embedding our team into key systems and streamlining referrals for children who might otherwise fall through the cracks. These outcomes are made possible by the community and by those who share Voices’ belief that childhood should be shaped by joy, care, and possibility, not just survival. Voices will honor 15 individuals and corporations in commemoration of its 15th Anniversary. Confirmed honorees to date include Donna and Jim Inglis, Representative Chip LaMarca, Florida House of Representatives, The Honorable Brenda D. Forman, Broward County Clerk of the Circuit and County Court, Gena and Tom Hoyer, BB Americas Bank, Daja, Dario Knowles, Desiree Forsythe, Homeinc, Neiko Shea, Norene Bauers, Pam Tindall, The Paul Palank Memorial Foundation, Precious Dreams and Susan Kraizgrun. While capes are optional, guests are encouraged to come dressed for a night of inspiration and impact by wearing elevated evening attire (black tie optional) in the signature tones of Capes & Courage: gold, deep red, and navy. Think bold, refined, and powerful. Single tickets for the 2026 event are $250 until Sunday, March 1st, 2026 and $300 from Monday, March 2nd, 2026 to Saturday, April 18th, 2026 with tables starting at $3,000. Sponsorships and underwriting opportunities are available and range from $1,500 to $30,000. 2026 sponsors include The Inglis Giving Fund, Shumaker, Myrna and Bob Kopf, The DeBrito Family, The Ogden Family, Holman, Amy Goldin & Brian Strelitz, Margy & Rich Pruitt, The Brooksy Group, 8 Shades of Blue, and The Venue. For more information about the event or to purchase tickets and sponsorships, please visit: https://voicesbroward.org/soaring-for-children-annual-cocktail-reception . Or contact Erica Herman at: erica@voicesbroward.org . Or: (954) 367-9185. About Voices for Children of Broward County (Voices): Each year, Voices for Children of Broward County (Voices) works to make the foster care experience better for over 2,500 children in the South Florida community, so they can rise with strength, dignity, and hope. Voices is dedicated to ensuring that every child and young adult who is a victim of abuse, neglect, and abandonment in Broward County has access to the resources and programs needed to support their health, educational, and social well-being. Through its core programs, Voices provides advocacy, case management, age-appropriate referrals, and wraparound services that work to create an abuse-free future for every child. In collaboration with the 17th Judicial Circuit Dependency Court Division and community partners, Voices serves children with open dependency court cases, committed to meeting their essential needs and ensuring they have a voice throughout the court process. Voices is located at 2903 Northwest 28th Street, Lauderdale Lakes, Florida 33311. For more information, visit: https://voicesbroward.org . Or follow along on Social Media at Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Contact Voices at: (954) 367-9185. Or: info@voicesbroward.org . Previous Next

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Broward Children's Center Is Helping Those In Need - Thirty-Six Bed Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility Serves Those From Birth To 21 Years Old South Florida Sun Times Apr 10, 2025 Broward Children’s Center (BCC) – A NonProfit Organization That Has Been Serving Infants, Children And Young Adults With Special Needs Since 1971 – Is Accepting Pediatric Patients For Its Children’s Comprehensive Care Center (CompCare) Who Require Ongoing Skilled Nursing And Group Home Placements. Broward Children’s Center is committed to providing specialized, skilled nursing care and group home placements for children with medical complexities and fragile health conditions. For over 40 years, Broward Children’s Center has been a trusted provider of compassionate care, ensuring that every child’s health and well-being are prioritized in a nurturing and family-centered environment. The Children’s Comprehensive Care Center (CompCare), located in Pompano Beach, Florida, is a licensed and accredited 36-bed freestanding pediatric skilled nursing state-of-the-art facility that serves children and young adults from birth to age 21 who have medically complex conditions and are medically stable. It’s the only freestanding sub-acute skilled nursing facility in the Southeast U.S. that offers short-and long-term care. Broward Children’s Center’s multidisciplinary team includes pediatric specialists, registered nurses, respiratory therapists and social workers who are experienced in complex pediatric care. CompCare provides 24/7 skilled nursing care for children with a wide range of medical needs, including but not limited to ventilator-dependent care, respiratory therapy, tracheostomy management, gastrostomy tube feeding, post-surgical recovery and complex cardiac or neurological care. The facility is equipped with the latest medical technology to provide the highest level of care in accordance with Medicaid and DCF guidelines. For children who cannot remain in a home setting, Broward Children Center’s group homes offer a supportive, home-like environment. Each home is staffed by medical professionals and trained caregivers to ensure the child’s needs are met, including medication management, specialized therapy and rehabilitative services, developmental support and social interaction and family-style care and engagement. Broward Children Center’s team is passionate about providing comprehensive pediatric care and specializes in holistic, patient-centered care plans tailored to each child’s medical condition and personal/social needs. Their team supports families navigating the challenges of caregiving, including counseling and training. It offers opportunities for socialization and educational engagement, encouraging each child to reach their fullest potential. Children also have the opportunity to attend school at one of the CompCare locations or attend public school with CompCare’s assistance. Children are continually being monitored by a Masimo wireless telemetry system, not just in their room, but anywhere on the CompCare property, affording them more freedom to thrive in a safe environment. Its highly qualified and experienced staff delivers state-of-the-art medical, educational, therapeutic and recreational care to residents based on individual needs. Each child’s needs are addressed through individual treatment plans, and care is provided until the child is medically stable and can be moved to a less restrictive environment. The facility features nursing, respiratory therapy, intravenous therapy, ventilator weaning program, assistive technology, diaphragmatic pacing, pediatrician, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, rehabilitative services, social work, recreational activities, educational services, certified nursing assistant, case management and nutrition. In addition, it offers total parenteral nutrition (TPN), pharmaceutical, transportation, cultural needs, discharge preparation, transition preparation, behavioral therapy, family strengthening and advocacy. The goal upon discharge is to send the child home with a network of care and support services to help maintain the child’s health and happiness in their own home environment. By partnering with clients and their families, CompCare has been able to pioneer the development of community-based medical, educational, social, psychological and recreational programs for those it serves. Its mission is to deliver field-leading programs that promote the greatest quality of life for infants, children, and young adults with special healthcare needs. “It’s our mission to provide quality programs to infants, children and young adults who are medically fragile through a continuum of services designed to meet the needs of children and their families,” said David Perez, MBA, Director of development at BCC. “Our team works closely with families and healthcare providers to ensure that every child receives personalized, comprehensive care. We encourage healthcare professionals to refer pediatric patients who require ongoing skilled nursing or group home placements.” Families, hospitals or healthcare providers referring a pediatric patient who requires skilled nursing or a group home placement can contact Rochilda Fevrius, MSW for more information or to initiate a referral, at: (954) 943-7638. Extension#: 203. Or call: (954) 215-355. Or email: RochildaF@bcckids.org . Broward Children’s Center Since 1971, Broward Children’s Center, a private, 501(c)(3) NonPprofit, has been providing medical, educational, therapeutic, recreational, daily living and advocacy services through its network of care to infants, children and young adults who are developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile. Through a continuum of services designed to meet the needs of each child and their families, Broward Children’s Center remains focused on delivering the highest quality care necessary to ensure that each individual is given every opportunity to thrive and succeed. Broward Children’s Center is located at 200 Southeast 19th Avenue, Pompano Beach, Florida 33060. For more information, please visit: www.bcckids.org - Or contact: (954) 504-5610. Or: Info@bcckids.org . Previous Next

5 Unique Nutritional Needs Of Tiny But Mighty Pups By BPT Aug 6, 2025 National Small Dog Day Is Fast Approaching, A Day Dedicated To The Small Dogs Of The Pack. These Pups May Come In A Small Package (Generally Weighing 20 Pounds Or Less), But They Have Big Personalities And Can Make A Huge Impact On The Lives Of Their Owners. "Despite their stature, small dogs are anything but pint-sized when it comes to their energy, personalities and distinct traits," said Purina veterinarian, Dr. RuthAnn Lobos. "They tend to live longer than larger dogs and love activity, play and adventure just as much as any other dog. However, they have a unique set of needs, and it's important for pet owners to recognize and support these through proper nutrition." Curious about how to support your compact canine companion's nutrition? Check out these expert tips that can help you properly support your tiny dog's mighty needs. 1. Nutrient-dense food According to the Independent & Neighborhood Pet Retail Association, because their organs process food more quickly than those of larger dogs, smaller dogs need more calories per pound and food with high-quality ingredients. To support your small dog's fast metabolism throughout their long life, feed them high-quality, calorie- and nutrient-dense food while ensuring they keep an ideal body condition. Dog food specially formulated for small dogs can provide all the Protein, antioxidants, and other essential nutrients they need to fuel their play. 2. Food with high antioxidant levels You've probably seen many products at your grocery store boasting their antioxidant properties. Well, they're not just for humans! You can support your petite pup's Immune System by purchasing dog food that is rich in antioxidants. According to PetMD, there are numerous health benefits provided by antioxidants. These major molecules can protect cells from damage and strengthen the Immune System, which can help to prevent serious health issues from developing. 3. Protein-rich meals If you regularly hit the gym, you know how important Protein is to support your gains. According to Dr. Lobos, small dogs also need Protein to help them repair, grow and maintain strong muscles. "When searching for dog foods to strengthen your pet, make sure to pick formulations that have essential Amino Acids from key Protein sources to support their activity and growth," says Dr. Lobos. 4. Smaller kibble Small dogs have small jaws and teeth, which can make it challenging for them to eat large pieces of kibble. When choosing food for your pups, Dr. Lobos recommends going for dry dog food made with small dogs in mind. The smaller pieces of kibble not only help them chew more easily but also support their digestive and dental health. 5. Wet food If you only feed your small dog dry food, consider adding wet food to their diet. According to Dr. Lobos, even if you're feeding them high-quality, nutritious kibble, wet food can encourage selective eaters to engage with their bowls. Bonus: Wet food can also help your hound hydrate by adding moisture to their diet! One product made for the tiny but mighty There are many brands of dog food to choose from, but not all of them address a small dog's nutritional needs. However, you can rest easy knowing your small pup is getting the specialized nutrition they need when they eat Beneful IncrediBites. The line of wet and dry products is made to support small dogs. It delivers big taste, fuels their larger-than-life personalities and supports their unique nutritional needs. Beneful IncrediBites formulas are nutrient-rich recipes to help support faster metabolisms. They're also made with real meat, fish or poultry, have accents of natural fruits or vegetables, and are made without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. To learn more about these flavorful and fabulous foods for your Fido, visit: www.Purina.com/Beneful . Previous Next

Fool’s Gold: The Art Of the Steal And The Privatization Of The Presidency John & Nisha Whitehead Mar 11, 2026 In His State Of The Union Address, President Trump Declared That America Is Entering A “Golden Age.” Golden For Whom? For a president who lives lavishly in a taxpayer-funded mansion, jets around to weekend golf getaways at taxpayer expense, and dismisses concerns about “affordability” as fake news, life might indeed be gilded. For the rest of the country, it is fool’s gold. Nearly six-in-ten Americans say the country is worse off now than it was a year ago. Groceries cost more. Utilities cost more. Housing costs more. For millions of families, this is not a golden age. It is a painful lesson in imperial economics: the billionaire class lives large while “we the people” are told to live small. Trump is not working to make America great again. He is working to expand his wealth, protect his investments, and rule in gilded comfort at taxpayer expense. As a candidate, Trump promised to “drain the swamp.” Instead, the swamp has been privatized. When it comes to the true state of our nation, Americans would do well to examine not just what the Trump administration has accomplished—or failed to accomplish—but who has profited. The highest public office in the land has become a personal revenue stream for Donald Trump & Co.—a vehicle for private enrichment that monetizes access, influence and public assets while the public pays the tab. To monetize the presidency is to treat public power as property—something to be leased, leveraged and exploited for private gain. This is how you bilk a nation. The man who once lent his name to the ghostwritten The Art of the Deal is now authoring a far more instructive manual: The Art of the Steal—a step-by-step guide to how to convert a constitutional republic into a personal brand. According to the New York Times Editorial Board, “Trump has used the office of the presidency to make at least $1.4 Billion… All told, Mr. Trump has profited from his return to the presidency by an amount of money equal to 16,822 times the median U.S. household income.” Power attracts conmen and swindlers. It always has. But never has the grift been so openly institutionalized. Just consider the entries in this administration’s ledger. Personal indulgence and vanity projects: $400 Million and counting for a White House ballroom underwritten by corporate giants whose regulatory futures sit squarely in presidential hands. $70 Million for a luxury jet with a private bedroom so DHS Secretary Kristi Noem can fly around in comfort with her rumored partner. $28 Million for an Amazon documentary on Melania Trump. Tens of millions for Trump’s weekend golf trips to Mar-a-Lago, including what he charges the American taxpayer for the Secret Service to be housed at the resort. Policy decisions that generate revenue or leverage: Billions in stealth taxes disguised as “emergency” tariff revenues paid for by the American people. According to NPR, the federal government is now collecting roughly $30 Billion per month in tariff revenue—far more than it collected from import taxes before Trump returned to office—largely paid for by American consumers. So when Trump tries to sell Americans on the idea that tariffs could eventually replace income taxes—a clear bid to overturn the Supreme Court’s ruling against his tariff policy—don’t believe it. That’s just another money grab. A $10 Billion taxpayer buy-in to a privatized Board of Peace created and controlled by Trump in perpetuity with no real oversight or accountability. $230 Million in damages Trump claims he is owed over investigations into his own past misconduct. Another $10 Billion in damages which Trump claims he is owed after an IRS contractor was convicted of leaking his tax information. Millions in trademark rights and licensing fees tied to Trump’s name on public infrastructure. As trademark attorney Josh Gerben notes, “The move raises unusual questions about the intersection of public infrastructure and private brand ownership. While presidents and public officials have had landmarks named in their honor, a sitting president’s private company has never in the history of the United States sought trademark rights in advance of such naming.” At least $23 Million from licensing Trump’s name overseas since his re-election. $4 Billion flowing into Trump family coffers in the first year of his second term, including $867 Million through cryptocurrency ventures. Public money redirected toward private allies and enforcement expansion: $128 Million for an ICE warehouse purchased three years earlier for $29 million—a $100 million markup benefiting a Russian-backed company. $15 Million earmarked to feed starving children internationally, which was instead impounded for OMB director Russell Vought’s security detail. $51 Billion in taxes not paid by Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, and Tesla in 2025 after receiving a 4.9% tax rate. A $10 Billion government contract between the Army and Palantir, founded by Trump supporter Peter Thiel. Foreign entanglements and gifts: A $400 Million luxury plane from the Qatari government, which will be retrofitted at taxpayer expense for Trump’s official use as Air Force One and which he plans to take with him when he leaves office. Hundreds of millions more from foreign government-linked investors gaining access through the purchase of the Trump family’s cryptocurrency ventures. These are not isolated expenditures. They reveal a pattern. They speak to the blueprint Trump has used to monetize his stint in the White House. The Founders anticipated precisely this danger: a president tempted to convert public trust into private profit. The Constitution’s Foreign and Domestic Emoluments Clauses were intended to prevent a president from profiting from office. With Congress unwilling to enforce the Constitution and the courts slow to intervene, these guardrails have weakened. As the Brennan Center concludes, “Not even the most notorious public corruption scandals from American history can match the scale of Trump’s profiteering in terms of total dollar amount.” This is how access to power is sold to the highest bidders. The American system of government was designed as a constitutional covenant: power delegated, limited, and bound by law. What we are witnessing is transactional governance: access traded, favors exchanged, loyalty rewarded, and policy negotiated like a business deal. This pay-to-play culture now permeates the highest levels of power. The U.S. government is fast becoming a self-serving, money-laundering enterprise masquerading as legitimate authority. The choice before us is not partisan. It is constitutional. A republic cannot survive when public office becomes private property. As I make clear in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People and in its fictional counterpart The Erik Blair Diaries, this is how republics fall. It is time to drain the swamp. Editor’s Note: John Whitehead is an attorney and author who has written, debated and practiced widely in the area of constitutional law, human rights and popular culture. John Whitehead's commentary are his views and he is open for discussion, he can be contacted at: johnw@rutherford.org . Information about The Rutherford Institute is available at: www.rutherford.org Previous Next

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You've Got To Move It, Move It: Madagascar The Musical Includes A Former University Of Miami Student In The Cast June 22, 2023 Share The hit DreamWorks animated franchise, Madagascar, is now Madagascar The Musical that will “Move It, Move It” to the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday, June 27th, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. as part of a 12-week tour. Former University of Miami Student, Randy Campo is part of the ensemble and also portrays Mason and Lars during the tour. He has appeared in the national tour of Baby Shark Live!, in regional theater in The Addams Family and Elf, and on the high seas with Carnival Cruise Lines. Madagascar The Musical audiences join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip-hop Hippo, and those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage in this live musical adventure. The family-friendly musical features new original music and a colorful cast of larger-than-life characters from the iconic film. Madagascar the Musical features everyone’s favorite crack-a-lackin' friends as they escape from their home in New York's Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien's Madagascar. Complete with high-energy dance numbers and plenty of comedic shenanigans, this story of friendship, hope, and adventure will leave audiences with no choice but to "Move It, Move It!" With a book by Kevin Del Aguila and Original Music and Lyrics by George Noriega and Joel Someillan, the musical features songs “I Like to Move It,” “It’s Showtime,” “Wild and Free,” “Best Friends,” “Relax, Be Cool, Chill Out,” “Living in Paradise,” “Together Forever,” and more. With Original Direction by Kirk Jameson, the cast features Gary Paul Bowman (Alex), Sterling McClary (Marty), Maria Norris (Gloria), James Silverstein (Melman), Steven Makropoulos (King Julien), Jordan Taylor (Rico/Lyn/US Gloria), Katie Whittemore (Private/Mort/US Candy), Alex Burnette (Skipper/Maurice), Randy Campo (Mason/Lars), Anna Telfer (Candy/Kowalski/US Gloria), Niko Kaim (Swing), and Ryan Koch (Swing). Fans are encouraged to follow the tour on Facebook and Instagram at: @madagascarthemusicaltour. Additional information about the show is available at: www.madagascarontour.com This family friendly event is part of The Islands of The Bahamas Imagination Series. Tickets are $29.50-$55.00 with $10 Lap Tickets for children 12 months of age and younger and $110 VIP Tickets that include a Meet and Greet with the cast. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center and Parker Playhouse. Buy tickets online at: www.BrowardCenter.org - Or: www.Ticketmaster.com - By phone at: (954) 462-0222 or in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org - Like us on Facebook at: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenter - Or: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenterEducation - Or follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @BrowardCenter - Or subscribe to our channel at: www.Youtube.com/user/BrowardCenter and join the conversation with: #BrowardCenter. The Broward Center 2022/2023 Season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation. AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center are proud sponsors of the Broward Center. Programs are also sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. About The Broward Center for the Performing Arts One of America’s premier performing arts venues, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 700 performances each year to more than 700,000 patrons, showcasing a wide range of exciting cultural programming and events. For more information and tickets, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org < Previous News Next News >

Music, Comedy and Dance at The Parker - Vir Das – Truist Comedy Series, Plus A Stellar Line-Up This November November 7, 2024 Share This November is chock-full of musical, comedy and dance genius at The Parker in the Lillian S. Wells Hall, from a live band experience celebrating Taylor Swift to such varied musical talent as Ben Folds, Amy Grant, Don McLean, Will Downing, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Better Than Ezra and Sophie Ellis-Bextor, the transformative moves of dance troupe Pilobolus, laughs from comedians Vir Das, Laura Ramoso, Felipe Esparza, Max Fosh, Dan & Phil and so much more. Pilobolus Re:CREATION delivers a dynamic collection of dance pieces on Thursday, November 7th at 7:30 p.m. at The Parker as part of the Mosaic Series in a performance generously supported by Funding Arts Broward. The program leads audiences into a realm where imagination knows no limits and the boundaries of gravity and creativity blur to offer an intimate window into the essence of creativity itself. These daring experiments and groundbreaking new collaborations keep the troupe at the forefront of innovation and stand alongside the Pilobolus classics that altered the landscape of dance and theater. Stand-Up Comic Felipe Esparza performs in an event presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Outback Presents on Friday, November 8th at 7:00 p.m. at The Parker. Since winning NBC's “Last Comic Standing” in 2010, he has delivered three successful stand-up specials on Netflix and HBO while his “What's Up Fool?” podcast is holding steady as one of the top comedy podcasts for the last eight years. Off the stage, he has been a recurring favorite on TV shows such as “Superstore,” “The Eric André Show,” “Gentefied” and “Victor and Valentino.” He has appeared on film in “Guest House” with Pauly Shore, “7th & Union” with Omar Chaparro, “Daddy Daughter Trip” with Rob Schneider and “You People” with Eddie Murphy and Jonah Hill. This event contains adult language or content. A VIP package may be added to any ticket. Bringing joy to audiences around the world for more than 30 years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy performs on Saturday, November 9th at 7:30 p.m. at The Parker as part of the TD Bank Jazz Series. Famously named after an autograph by Blues Legend Albert Collins, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has appeared in concert venues across the world, sold millions of records and had their music appear in hundreds of movies and television shows. With sold-out concerts from the Hollywood Bowl to Lincoln Center, appearances with many of the country's finest symphony orchestras and television appearances ranging from “Dancing with the Stars” to Super Bowl XXXIII, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy continues its decades-long mission to celebrate and revitalize jazz and swing music, America's original musical art form. With one of the most versatile and loved voices of our time, Will Downing performs on Sunday, November 10th at 7:00 p.m. at The Parker. Known as "the prince of sophisticated soul," his repertoire consists of signature interpretations of R&B classics like "I Go Crazy," "Wishing On A Star" and "I Try," as well as original hits "A Million Ways," "Sorry I" and the showstopping duet with Rachelle Ferrell, "Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This." He hosts the weekly radio show “The Wind Down” and continues to record fresh melodies and lush arrangements on his own Sophisticated Soul record label. One of the biggest British pop artists to emerge in the 2000’s, Sophie Ellis-Bextor performs Tuesday, November 12th at 7:30 p.m. at The Parker. Sophie soared to the top of the U.K. Charts with her glossy, Disco and 80’s synth-pop influenced dance sound. Initially gaining buzz as the lead singer of the Brit-pop band theaudience, Ellis-Bextor established herself as a pop diva with her chart-topping anthem "Murder on the Dancefloor," which helped take her 2001 debut, “Read My Lips,” to number two on the U.K. Albums Chart. Recently, the song gained renewed popularity after appearing in 2023's cult film “Saltburn,” surging on streaming platforms, rising on the U.K charts and giving the singer her first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100. Applauded as "a stellar performer" by The Guardian, German-Italian comedian Laura Ramoso performs on Thursday, November 14th at 7:30 p.m. at The Parker Best known for her sketch specials and impressions on Instagram and TikTok, she has amassed more than two million followers with her hit characters, "German Mom," "Italian Dad" and "Girl who just got back from…." In 2022, she returned to the stage with her critically acclaimed live show Frances and delivered a sold-out run at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and London's Soho Theatre. In 2023, she was named a “New Face of Comedy” by Just for Laughs. Named one of the “100 Greatest Alternative Artists of All Time” by Billboard Magazine, Better than Ezra performs Friday, November 15th at 8:00 p.m. at The Parker as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series. The New Orleans quartet's hummable melodies, unshakable guitar riffs and confessional lyrics have stood the test of time from 1995’s number one hit, “Good,” to Taylor Swift’s 2010 cover of the band's “Breathless,” to the recently released singles “Mystified,” “Contact High” and “Live A Little.” Founded by Kevin Griffin (lead vocals, guitar, piano) and Tom Drummond (bass, backing vocals), the band started by playing house parties at Louisiana State University and has recently released its tenth studio album, “Super Magick.” Max Fosh – Loophole comes to The Parker as part of the Truist Comedy Series on Saturday, November 16th at 7:00 p.m. A YouTuber and Comedian with more than four million followers across Social Media, Fosh’s videos are all about finding life’s loopholes and exploiting them. How else would one explain how he became the richest man in the world for seven minutes, or how he would legally become his parent's favorite child, or how he technically won an Oscar? His videos have generated more than one billion views across YouTube alone, and he has completed a national stand-up tour that culminated with a sold-out show at London’s Palladium. Audiences will come along for 80 minutes of loophole hunting and exploiting in this brand-new show that his mum is calling “the greatest piece of art since his macaroni paintings.” Dan & Phil: Terrible Influence brings the duo to The Parker as part of the Truist Comedy Series in an event presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents on Monday, November 18th at 8:00 p.m. Dan and Phil are back to heal each audience member’s inner child and take back what the internet took from them in a screamingly hilarious new show filled with scandalous stories they couldn't share before, including theatrical plot twists, a savage roast of Social Media, the fans they raised and, most importantly, themselves. They're older, gayer, Phil's gone blonde and nothing is off limits. The evening offers laughs, a feeling of community and a chance to make peace with the past before Dan has another breakdown and disappears. VIP packages are available. India's biggest Stand-Up Comedian, Bollywood Star and Emmy® Nominee Vir Das brings his Mind Fool Tour to The Parker as part of the Truist Comedy Series on Thursday, November 21st at 7:00 p.m. in an evening presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents. With his boundless comedic talent, wildly successful world tours and five incredible Netflix specials, he delivers what the Boston Globe labeled a “mixture of audacity and humility,” while The New York Times declared, “no artist embodies the globalization of stand-up like Vir Das.” Swedish guitar player and songwriter Yngwie Malmsteen brings his neoclassical metal playing style back to The Parker as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series on Friday, November 22nd at 7:30 p.m. He has released more than 20 albums in his four-decade career and received a Grammy® Award nomination for Best Rock Instrumental Performance for his first solo album, “Rising Force,” that is now considered the foundation of neoclassical rock. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents bring six-time Grammy® Award winner Amy Grant to The Parker Saturday, November 23rd at 8:00 p.m. In a career that spans more than four decades, Grant has grown from her Gospel Roots to become an iconic Pop Star, Songwriter, Television Personality and Philanthropist. With three Multi-Platinum Albums, Six Platinum Albums and four Gold Albums, her total career album sales have exceeded 30 million and more than one billion global streams. Grant's chart success has been consistent throughout her career with six number one hits, 10 Top 40 pop singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary tracks and multiple Contemporary Christian chart-toppers. Her honors include induction into the Nashville Songwriter's Hall of Fame, 26 Dove Awards, and inclusion on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Music City Walk of Fame. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents bring one of the major music influencers of today to The Parker as Ben Folds performs on Sunday, November 24th at 8:00 p.m. This Emmy®-Nominated Singer-Songwriter-Composer has created an enormous body of genre-bending music over the past three decades, including pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums and numerous collaborative records. A New York Times bestselling author and podcast host, he also composes for film, television and theater as well as guest stars in films and television. In addition, Folds serves as the artistic advisor to the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and is an active member of Americans for the Arts and the Arts Action Fund. VIP packages are available. Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift comes to The Parker as part of the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Imagination Series on Friday, November 29th at 8:00 p.m. This ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift invites Swifties to sing their hearts out and sport their Swift-inspired attire. With faithful and lively covers of Taylor's expansive and cherished catalog, the event delivers a communal experience of celebrating Swift's music. This event is presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents. As part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series, Don McLean: Starry Night Tour performs Saturday, November 30th at 7:30 p.m. His magnum opus, "American Pie," catapulted McLean to international stardom making history as the longest song to top the charts. Continuing to captivate audiences with timeless classics like "Vincent," he crosses various genres, from folk to country, garnering widespread acclaim. With works that have been covered by Madonna and George Michael, among others, he continues to inspire new generations of artists and enchant audiences with timeless melodies. Having been inducted into the Grammy® Hall of Fame and the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry, his legacy as a musical trailblazer endures, leaving an indelible mark on the fabric of American music. Also at The Parker this November is South Florida Symphony Orchestra: 100 Years of Rhapsody in Blue Plus Elgar & Prokofiev Orchestra on Wednesday, November 13th. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of The Parker. Buy tickets online at: www.ParkerPlayhouse.com - and at: www.Ticketmaster.com - By phone at: (954) 462-0222. And in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker is located in Holiday Park at 707 Northeast Eighth Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. The Parker is an affiliated venue of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, which provides programming and management of the facility. The performance season at The Parker is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation. < Previous News Next News >

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