Boca Raton Magazine

Live Jazz at La Fuga
2025-02-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Perhaps one of the best-kept secrets on the South Florida music scene is that La Fuga, located at the Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, is the site for world-class jazz performances every weekend – with no cover charge. Grab a seat for dinner or at the bar to enjoy live performances by some local and out-of-state greats that boast national and international reputations. Just blocks from A1A, this relaxed haven offers up the opportunity to enjoy the great American art form of jazz via a regularly changing schedule of performers. The upcoming live jazz line-up is as follows:
Alexandra Lewis (February 6,13,20,27) South Florida’s own jazz songstress, Alexandra has been entertaining audiences for 25 years and performs live at La Fuga every Thursday night.
Pete Wallace Duo (February 7, February 15, February 21 & March 8) An accomplished pianist, composer and producer, Wallace has toured on keyboards with artists including Julio Iglesias, La Ley and Jon Secada, and has recorded and written songs with some of the top artists in the music business from Herbie Hancock to Pink.
Calixto Oviedo Duo (February 8 & February 14) In the world of Latin music, Calixto Oviedo is a living legend. The Grammy-nominated Cuban drummer has played with countless international musical stars and brings passion and precision to all performances.
James Mccoy Duo (March 22) A fixture on the South Florida jazz scene for more than 20 years, James McCoy offers up standards from the Great American Songbook, singing and swinging on the stand-up bass.

Full Moon Yoga at InterContinental Miami
2025-02-13 19:00 - 22:00 | FL
Nurture your soul with every breath and welcome self-love as InterContinental Miami hosts Full Moon Yoga & Sound Healing on Thursday, February 13 at 7PM. Guests can expect a one-of-a-kind yoga flow class led by Papa Guru Nicolay Del Salto on the hotel’s SkyLawn, complete with breathwork and sound bowl healing while enjoying nighttime views of downtown Miami. The evening continues with a deep meditation, weaving mantra and more. After class, guests are encouraged to stay and connect with others in the community.

Live performance by Cuban band, Son QBA
2025-02-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Le Colonial, 601 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL, 33483, United States
Le Colonial Delray will host a live performance by Cuban band Son QBA

Galentine’s Dinner with Mermaids: Special Valentine’s Day Menu at B Ocean’s Wreck Bar
2025-02-13 19:00 - 22:30 | B Ocean Resort, 1140 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316, United States
Grab your girl gang and embark on an enchanting underwater adventure while enjoying hand-selected menu items from The Wreck Bar’s Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu. Located inside of B Ocean Resort, this nautical-themed restaurant is famous for its signature cocktails, unique history and intimate underwater mermaid shows. Starting at 7:30 pm, guests have the exclusive opportunity to take pictures with mermaids during their meet and greet session. Entry is free and patrons must be 21+ after 9 p.m. to enter this establishment.
To celebrate the power of friendship, the Wreck Bar has curated a mouth-watering menu for besties to explore indulgent flavors while watching mermaids perform underwater acrobatics from large porthole windows. With decades of history providing delicious meals and memorable entertainment, the Wreck Bar has attracted the attention of American legends, such as Mariyln Monroe, Joe DiMaggio and Robert de Niro, who have enjoyed their fair share of entrees and cocktails from the restaurant’s menu. The limited-time Galentine’s Day menu includes five courses of quintessential love-filled delights, including:
First Course: A Love Garden Salad with feta cheese, baby spinach, almonds and strawberry vinaigrette
Second Course: Rigatoni Alla Vodka Pasta infused with tomato, mirepoix and basil
Third Course: Short Rib Bourguignon garnished with polenta, baby carrots and herbs
Fourth Course: Pan-seared Branzino with charred asparagus and lemon-dill sauce
Fifth Course: Raspberry Mousse Chocolate Crumble Cake
The Galentine’s Day Special begins on Thursday, February 13, at 7:30 p.m. and ends at 11:00 p.m. Come early! Doors open at 6:00 p.m and bar seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

An Evening of Smooth Jazz with Leon Pressley @ The Box 2.0
2025-02-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Boca Black Box Center for the Arts, 8221 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
NOTE: This show will be held at The BOX 2.0 – right next door to our main room.
Saxophonist Leon Pressley brings Smooth and romantic Jazz blended with classic R&B songs
Supported by Ascension Healthcare Network

Ladies Night at Corvina
2024-10-24 20:00 - 21:00 | FL
Every Thursday night from 8 PM, ladies can enjoy complimentary pours with the purchase of an entree. Sponsored by Tito’s Vodka, femmes can sip on craft cocktails or wine-by-the-glass while enjoying a midweek escape. Whether it’s a group of friends out for martinis or a couple looking for a spirited night out, Ladies Night is designed to offer a little extra fun while indulging in delicious dishes from Chef Jeff Tunks at Corvina, and Corporate Executive Chef David Garcia at Prezzo.
Cocktail options include Lavender Skies (Tito’s Vodka, lavender Monin, lychee juice, lemon juice, and club soda); Prickly Pear Margarita (Mi Campo Silver Tequila, prickly pear puree, triple sec, and lime juice); Strawberry Margarita (Mi Campo Silver Tequila, strawberry puree, triple sec, and lime juice); a rotating selection of white and red wines by the glass and Single-Liquor Drinks made with Tito’s Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Mi Campo Silver Tequila, Jim Beam Bourbon, and Dewar’s Scotch.
110 Plaza Real South, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Ladies Night at Prezzo
2024-10-24 20:00 - 21:00 | FL
Every Thursday night from 8 PM, ladies can enjoy complimentary pours with the purchase of an entree. Sponsored by Tito’s Vodka, femmes can sip on craft cocktails or wine-by-the-glass while enjoying a midweek escape. Whether it’s a group of friends out for martinis or a couple looking for a spirited night out, Ladies Night is designed to offer a little extra fun while indulging in delicious dishes from Chef Jeff Tunks at Corvina, and Corporate Executive Chef David Garcia at Prezzo.
Cocktail options include Lavender Skies (Tito’s Vodka, lavender Monin, lychee juice, lemon juice, and club soda); Prickly Pear Margarita (Mi Campo Silver Tequila, prickly pear puree, triple sec, and lime juice); Strawberry Margarita (Mi Campo Silver Tequila, strawberry puree, triple sec, and lime juice); a rotating selection of white and red wines by the glass and Single-Liquor Drinks made with Tito’s Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Mi Campo Silver Tequila, Jim Beam Bourbon, and Dewar’s Scotch.
Available at both locations.
Prezzo Boca Raton – 5560 N Military Trl #100, Boca Raton, FL 33496
Prezzo PGA – 4520 PGA Boulevard STE 100, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

Atlantic City Boys
2025-02-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Boca Black Box Center for the Arts, 8221 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
The Atlantic City Boys are four dynamic lead singers who have wowed audiences in Las Vegas, Walt Disney World and, of course, Atlantic City! Now they lend their world-class vocals to the rock-n-roll harmonies of the 60s, singing the hits of The Drifters, The Beach Boys and Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
For years, one of the most popular vocal groups worldwide has been Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The story of this group has even been made into an exciting Broadway play called Jersey Boys.
The Atlantic City Boys show is a tribute to them and several of the other classic vocal groups. The show is presented with personality, charm and great vocal talent.

Valentine's Day at Jarana Aventura - Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar
2025-02-14 | Jarana Aventura – Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar, 19505 Biscayne Blvd suite 5150, Aventura, FL, 33180, United States
JARANA Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar merges the flavors and spirit of a Peruvian party with a touch of love with offerings exclusively created for Valentine’s Day. JARANA’s Valentine’s Day Specials include Tiradito Apasionado (Ahi tuna tataki style, passion fruit and aji amarillo leche de tigre, nikkei emulsion, sesame oil and pickled veggies) and Ostra Furai (Washington BBQ oyster, panko breaded, avocado mousse, aji amarillo cebicheria, chalaquita and salmon roe). Specially made for those with a craving for something sweet, JARANA offers Bomba de Chocolate (Peruvian dark chocolate sphere, lucuma mousse, dulce de leche ice cream, candied puffed quinua, cacao nibs, choco merengues, choco crumble and choco fudge).

ArtServe’s Burnout and Black Artists: Emotional Sustainability in the Arts Exhibit
2025-01-24 09:00 - 17:00 | ArtServe, 1350 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304, United States
A groundbreaking exhibition celebrating African American art will run from January 24 through March 28, 2025. The exhibit features powerful and thought-provoking works by local and national artists and explores the complex narrative of African American culture, identity and history, providing a platform for artists to share their voices and stories.
The public is invited to a free opening reception on January 31 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Prime Rib Friday
2024-11-08 16:00 - 22:30 | Mia Rosebud, 150 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Commemorate the “king of meats” every Friday at Mia Rosebud, Boca Raton’s newest steakhouse and Chicago-style Italian eatery. Tuck into a king-cut, 16 oz. USDA Prime rib with au jus, creamy horseradish, and loaded baked potato for only $55, excludes tax and gratuity.
For more information, visit rosebudrestaurants.com or call 561-462-3000. Follow on social media at @miarosebud.bocaraton.

Escape the Romance Singles Appreciation Party
2025-02-14 17:00 - 22:00 | FL
Escape the Valentine’s Day clichés and head to Escape Rooftop Bar for the ultimate singles celebration. All are welcome to the rooftop bar and lounge’s Escape the Romance Party which will feature a bevy of drink specials, themed cocktails such as Cupid’s Kiss and Adore Me Sangria, and live entertainment from DJ Cribb.

The Love Ball, Valentine’s Day with a Twist, at Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale
2025-02-14 19:00 | Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale, 1421 East Oakland Park Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33334, United States
Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale invites guests to celebrate love with a twist this Valentine’s Day with The Love Ball, a romantic dinner and show event, on Friday, Feb. 14. Featuring two seatings at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., the evening includes a three-course dinner and a themed drag performance for $55 per person.
Guests will enjoy a special menu starting with appetizers including Aqua Salad, Shrimp Cocktail, or Mushroom Ravioli. Entrée options include Lobster Ravioli, Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Chicken, Herb-Crusted Salmon, Steak Au Poivre, or a vegetarian Grilled Portobello. For plant-based preferences, a Chef’s Choice Vegan Entrée is also available. To end on a sweet note, a decadent chocolate dessert will be served.
The show, hosted by Amanda Austin with the Aquanettes, will be a love fest. Guests will enjoy a one-hour show featuring songs about love – being in love and even falling out of love. Doors open at 5 p.m. for Happy Hour with Ronnie and Franny before the evening festivities begin.
Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale has made several exciting updates. The show palace interior features a modern Key West casual environment with an ocean-inspired epoxy floor, an expanded stage and a state-of-the-art LED Jumbotron wall. Digital screens throughout the venue are accompanied by concert-quality surround sound and an amplified stage lighting program to enhance the show experience.
The bar features a variety of signature craft cocktails and premium liquor offerings with new featured wines, champagne and other specialty spirits. The mouthwatering food menu offers a variety of delicious new appetizers, entrees and desserts.
Aquaplex is open six nights a week plus weekend brunches. The entertainment venue is the perfect place to celebrate any occasion with the ever-popular cast, including beloved show hostesses Amanda Austin, Daisy Deadpetals, Nicolette, London Adour, Velvet Lenore and Tlo Ivy.
Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale is located at 1421 East Oakland Park Blvd. in Oakland Park, just one mile east of I-95. Ticket pricing excludes tax and gratuity. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling (954) 567-0987 or visiting www.fladragshow.com and opentable.com.

19th Annual New Music Festival: Recital and Conversation with Miguel del Aguila
2025-02-14 19:00 | Keith C. & Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Ctr at Lynn University, 3601 N Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL, 33431, United States
Feb. 14 at 7 p.m.
Enjoy an intimate recital in the inspiring Snyder Sanctuary with the composer at the piano performing his own works. The program will feature duos for violin and piano with violinist Guillermo Figueroa and additional pieces featuring flute and piano. This event is free; no ticket is required.

Chicago Rewired: The Premier Chicago Tribute Band
2025-02-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Boca Black Box Center for the Arts, 8221 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
In the summer of 2015, local Charlotte drummer Mike Graci had an idea: He wanted to break away from the run-of-the-mill cover music he heard being played around town so he worked to put together something special. He began diligently seeking out the musicians required to realize his vision. With all of the pieces in place, the group established themselves as Chicago Rewired – The Premier Chicago Tribute Band.
Chicago Rewired – The Premier Chicago Tribute Band is a tribute to “Chicago®” – one the longest running and most successful pop/rock groups in history with record sales topping 100,000,000 including 21 top 10 singles, 5 consecutive number one albums, 11 number one singles, and 5 gold singles. The band comprises a unique blend of talented and seasoned musicians joining forces with the common goal of accurately replicating the timeless music of “Chicago®” – the soundtrack to great memories for so many people.
The members of Chicago Rewired – The Premier Chicago Tribute Band feel very fortunate to play the music that they love and to share their passion. It is their sincere desire that at every performance the audience have as much fun as they are having on stage. Come out to a show, forget about the cares of life for a while, and let the music carry you away.

The Love Note: A Valentine’s Day Affair
2025-02-14 19:00 - 23:30 | Watsco Center, 1245 Dauer Drive, Miami, FL, 33146, United States
The Love Note: A Valentine’s Day Affair is a celebration of love in all its forms. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with soulful melodies, rhythmic vibes, and breathtaking performances from:
– SILK
– NEXT
– JON B
– CASE
– TROOP
– PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Whether you’re celebrating with a special someone or simply indulging in the spirit of love with your friends, this event promises an enchanting atmosphere to create timeless memories.
This concert experience is brought to you by BMD Entertainment & Design Production.

Commanded to Love with Guest Scholar Andrew Rehfeld, Ph.D
2025-02-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Temple Beth El of Boca Raton, 333 S.W. 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33432, United States
Guest scholar Andrew Rehfeld, Ph.D., President of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, joins us at Temple Beth El of Boca Raton Shabbbat services this evening as we read the Ten Commandments and reflect upon the connections between divine commandment and love.
Andrew Rehfeld received a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Chicago, and an MPP from Chicago’s Harris School of Public Policy Studies. Among the most cited theorists of political representation today, his academic research focuses on the intersection of democracy, human rights, justice, and institutional design. Other areas of published research include the history of political thought, the philosophy of the social sciences, and the political uses of the Hebrew Bible.
Join us in person at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch online.
For more information: https://tbeboca.org/event/shabbat-evening-services-commanded-to-love/

Comedian Jimmy Shubert @ The Box 2.0
2025-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Boca Black Box Center for the Arts, 8221 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
NOTE: This show will take place at The BOX 2.0 – right next door to Boca Black Box.
Jimmy Shubert has built an impressive resume as an actor, both in film and on television. He can currently be seen in a movie entitled “American Nightmares” with Danny Trejo, Vivica Fox and, Jay Morh on Cinemax. He also just wrapped filming scenes in a new movie entitled “Puppy Love” with Hopper Penn, Michael Madsen and, Rosanne Arquette heading for a major theatrical release. As a comedian, he is one of the busiest comedians working today. After becoming a finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” and, being seen on Comedy Central as the closing act on Dave Atell’s Comedy Underground. He also just wrapped post- production on his brand new hour special entitled “Zero Tolerance” – soon to be seen on a premium cable network.
From headlining A list comedy clubs, casinos, theaters across the country. Shubert’s New-hour special ‘Zero Tolerance” is a theatrical presentation of Shubert’s stand-up persona of a blue collar working man’s man. He combines the outlook of a modern-day Archie Bunker with an utterly real world sensibility to create signature pieces of comedy, on Therapy cats, Smart Phones, Male grooming and, the dumbing down of America. Shubert loves playing the part of a pop culture Iconoclast.
In television, Shubert is also known for his recurring role on “King of Queens” for five years and several appearances on “Entourage”. Jimmy has a wide range as an actor and has played everything from a prison guard in a hostage crisis to a murder victim on “Monk.” He’s worked with such marquee names as Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Charlize Theron, Katie Holmes, Kevin James, James Caan and the late Robin Williams. On the small screen, He recently did a guest star on IFC’s ”Maron” ABC’s “Back in the game” with James Caan, on the CBS comedy “2 Broke Girls”, He played Betty Whites neighbor. He appeared on Disney’s hit show “Zeke and Luther” as Bobby Dicey”-World’s Greatest Daredevil, and “Barely Legal” a pilot presentation about a dysfunctional family law firm, other TV credits include ” “Heist,” “The Loop,” “ER,” “Reno 911,” “Rude Awakenings,” “Angel,” “Lucky,” “New Car Smell,” “Sonny with a chance” and “Youth In Revolt.”
It was Jimmy’s performance as the lollipop-sucking strip club bouncer Vic jr. in Columbia Pictures’ “Go”, directed by Doug Liman, that jumpstarted his film career. He then starred in a short film, “Velocity Rules,” for producer Brett Ratner and director Patty Jenkins (“Monster & Wonder Woman ”) He has since landed roles in numerous films such as Jerry Bruckheimer’s “Coyote Ugly,” Fox Searchlight Pictures’ “One Hour Photo”, “The Italian Job”, and “Mr. and Mrs. Smith”. He starred in a short film entitled “Wedding Jimmy,” and a feature entitled “Tales from the Crib”, it is currently making the rounds on the festival circuit soon to be theatrically released.
Jimmy recorded his first half-hour special for Comedy Central Presents at the Hudson Theater in New York City, which received rave reviews from critics and a standing ovation from the discerning New York audience. In addition, he has released three comedy albums, “Animal Instincts” “Pandemonium” & “Alive & kickin,” were produced by Grammy-winning producer Dan Schlissel and Stand Up Records. A veteran of live performance, Jimmy has performed all over the United States twice, China, Honk Kong, Singapore, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Korea and, he along with Drew Carey, performed for the troops in the Middle East and Afghanistan as part of the “America Supports You” program for the Defense Department and Armed Forces Entertainment.
A Philly native, growing up as the son of a Philadelphia Detective wasn’t easy for Jimmy. He says“ It was like having Lieutenant Colombo as a roommate, most of my childhood was an interrogation scene from Law & Order ” Jimmy and his band of six brothers were always getting into trouble, and being the middle child, Jimmy learned at an early age that a sense of humor could get him through any situation. He attended the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts and Majored in Drama. It was from those experiences in acting class that Jimmy knew he wanted to pursue a career in Show Business. Jimmy took an interest in Magic at 9 years old and by the age of 15, jimmy he had become an accomplished professional magician. He later channeled that energy into stand-up comedy. His unique ability to see the humor in social trends and deliver his poignant and hilarious point of view on world issues has made Shubert one of the most respected and original comedians working today.
Jimmy started performing right out of high school in comedy clubs around the Philly area. He later moved to Los Angeles and started working at the Comedy Store. It was at the Comedy Store where he later met Sam Kinison, and after taking him offstage on a Motorcycle at the Comedy Store’s Main room in front of a packed house , they became fast friends . Kinison liked Shubert’s cockeyed chutzpah and included him as one of the original “Outlaws of Comedy” which he toured with for five years, playing major casinos in Las Vegas and other venues like the Universal Amphitheater in front of audiences as large as 6,500 people. In 1997, after a well recognized performance at the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal , he was spotted by the late Brandon Tartikoff , who signed Jimmy to a holding deal to develop a pilot sitcom for him to star in at 20th Century Fox, which led to another holding deal and then finally a Pilot.
Jimmy’s comedy routine is usually performed with an observational point of view, in comedic short-story form, and typically focuses on poking fun at pop culture. As AllMusic.com put it, “His confidence and lucid delivery enhances his humor, making even his most perverse moments hilarious.”

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Don Juan | Strauss & Berlioz
2025-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Tennessee Williams Theatre, 5901 College Rd, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Celebrate love in all its dramatic, poetic, erotic, scandalous and insatiable forms as South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) presents an adventurous Valentine’s Day program featuring three orchestra premieres, headlined by the return of R. Strauss’ Don Juan. Led by SFSO’s award-winning music director Sebrina María Alfonso and featuring soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra, the concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, February 14, at the Tennessee Williams Theatre at The College of the Florida Keys.
Don Juan is a swashbuckling escapade that both scandalized and delighted audiences with its eroticism and ultra-modern style when it premiered in 1889, cementing Richard Strauss’ (1864-1949) fame as the genius of his generation, making him a favorite among musical modernists. Meanwhile, his Four Last Songs, a SFSO premiere featuring soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra, is a touchingly beautiful and serene masterpiece, bidding farewell to an illustrious career.
Top Prize Winner of the 2018 Gerda Lissner Foundation International Vocal Competition Wagner Division, soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra has garnered major attention for her work on the operatic and concert stage. She made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2005 as a soloist in Brahms’ Requiem with The Juilliard Orchestra under the baton of the late James DePreist, her Metropolitan Opera debut in 2014 as “First Lady” in Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte, singing all nine performances of the opera, three of which were Sirius XM Satellite Broadcasts and David Geffen Hall in Lincoln Center debut as a soloist in Verdi’s Requiem with the National Chorale. In 2018, she made her debut with the Orquesta Filarmónica del Estado de Chihuahua in Mexico in a solo concert of arias from Il Trovatore, Nabucco, Tannhäuser, and Turandot. Ms. Shoremount-Obra made her European Operatic debut in 2004 as “Ifigenia” in Handel’s Oreste at the Spoleto Festival, Italy. She has performed numerous operatic roles with a variety of operas and performance groups including Opera Grand Rapids, The American Symphony Orchestra, the LA Philharmonic, Grand Harmonie in Princeton, NJ, Odyssey Opera of Boston, Maryland Opera in Baltimore, New York Philharmonic and more. A champion of new music, Shoremount-Obra has premiered/collaborated with some of today’s most popular and notable composers including Tarik O’Regan, Dan Visconti, John Zorn, and Paola Prestini. She is a 2004 New York Regional Winner and National Semi-Finalist in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. She has also won numerous awards from other organizations, including the Richard F. Gold Career Grant from the Shoshana Foundation and has since been supported with supplemental grants from the same foundation. She is the 2016 winner of the Ursula Springer Award from the Wagner Society of New York and together with pianist Christopher Cooley, the 2019 Second Prize Winner in the Joy In Singing International Art Song Competition.
The program also features SFSO’s premiere of Austrian composer Johann Strauss II’s (1825-1899) The Blue Danube, the world’s most famous waltz. Originally written as a choral piece for the Vienna Men’s Choral Association, Strauss adapted it for orchestra soon after it debuted. Epitomizing the symphonic richness and variety of Strauss’s dance music, it ultimately earned him acclaim as the “waltz king,” and has become the best-known of his many dance pieces.
SFSO’s premiere of Hector Berlioz’s (1803-1869) tumultuous “King Lear Overture” (Le roi Lear), perhaps his grandest, most dramatic and atmospheric overture, recounts the dark Shakespearean tragedy of man and a kingdom divided by love and politics.
Now in its 27th season celebrating Icons & Rebels, SFSO invites audiences to tantalizing upcoming works by Mozart, Berlioz, Prokofiev and Bruckner.
From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres. This season’s popular collaborations included performances of ARRIVAL From Sweden: The Music of ABBA and Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, featuring the iconic film screened live with audio and musical accompaniment.
Tickets for this Masterworks III program are on sale now beginning at $35. Tickets may be purchased by visiting southfloridasymphony.org or by calling (305) 295-7676. For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

Romantic Dinner with Mermaids: Special Valentine’s Day Menu at B Ocean’s Wreck Bar
2025-02-14 19:30 - 23:00 | B Ocean Resort, 1140 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316, United States
Couples are invited to embark on a romantic underwater adventure while enjoying hand-selected menu items from The Wreck Bar’s Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu. Located inside of B Ocean Resort, this nautical-themed restaurant is famous for its signature cocktails, unique history and intimate underwater mermaid shows. With entry starting at $40++, these serenading creatures encourage guests to feel the love while they perform underwater acrobatics from large porthole windows during a one-Friday-only sexy burlesque show. All guests must be at least 21 years or older to enter and have an accepted form of ID.
In honor of the most romantic season of the year, the Wreck Bar has curated a mouth-watering Valentine’s Day pre-fixe menu for couples to explore five courses of indulgent flavors while being serenaded in a romantic underwater performance. With decades of history providing delicious meals and memorable entertainment, the Wreck Bar has attracted the attention of American legends, such as Marilyn Monroe, Joe DiMaggio and Robert de Niro, who have enjoyed their fair share of entrees and cocktails from the restaurant’s menu. For an additional $92, the limited-time Valentine’s Day menu includes quintessential Valentine’s Day delights, such as:
First Course: A Love Garden Salad with feta cheese, baby spinach, almonds and strawberry vinaigrette
Second Course: Rigatoni Alla Vodka Pasta infused with tomato, mirepoix and basil
Third Course: Short Rib Bourguignon garnished with polenta, baby carrots and herbs
Fourth Course: Pan-seared Branzino with charred asparagus and lemon-dill sauce
Fifth Course: Raspberry Mousse Chocolate Crumble Cake
The Valentine’s Day Special begins on Thursday, February 14, at 7:30 p.m. and ends at 11:00 p.m. Come early! Bar seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Fiesta Fridays at Toro Toro
2025-02-07 20:00 - 22:00 | FL
As the lights go down, the music heats up on Fiesta Fridays at Toro Toro, Chef Richard Sandoval’s acclaimed Pan-Latin steakhouse. Starting on Friday, February 7 and every Friday thereafter from 8PM to 10PM, guests can enjoy Miami’s hottest dinner party and the ultimate immersive dining experience with live performances from a percussionist and DJ. Dancers perform every 30 minutes while guests can indulge in Tableside Tomahawk carvings and Pan-Latin plates and sip on meticulously crafted cocktails that capture picture-perfect Instagram moments.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Don Juan | Strauss & Berlioz
2025-02-15 19:30 - 21:30 | New World Center, 500 17th Street, Miami Beach, FL, 33139, United States
Celebrate love in all its dramatic, poetic, erotic, scandalous and insatiable forms as South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) presents an adventurous Valentine’s Day program featuring three orchestra premieres, headlined by the return of R. Strauss’ Don Juan. Led by SFSO’s award-winning music director Sebrina María Alfonso and featuring soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra, the concert will take place on Saturday, February 15, at New World Center in Miami Beach.
Don Juan is a swashbuckling escapade that both scandalized and delighted audiences with its eroticism and ultra-modern style when it premiered in 1889, cementing Richard Strauss’ (1864-1949) fame as the genius of his generation, making him a favorite among musical modernists. Meanwhile, his Four Last Songs, a SFSO premiere featuring soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra, is a touchingly beautiful and serene masterpiece, bidding farewell to an illustrious career.
Top Prize Winner of the 2018 Gerda Lissner Foundation International Vocal Competition Wagner Division, soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra has garnered major attention for her work on the operatic and concert stage. She made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2005 as a soloist in Brahms’ Requiem with The Juilliard Orchestra under the baton of the late James DePreist, her Metropolitan Opera debut in 2014 as “First Lady” in Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte, singing all nine performances of the opera, three of which were Sirius XM Satellite Broadcasts and David Geffen Hall in Lincoln Center debut as a soloist in Verdi’s Requiem with the National Chorale. In 2018, she made her debut with the Orquesta Filarmónica del Estado de Chihuahua in Mexico in a solo concert of arias from Il Trovatore, Nabucco, Tannhäuser, and Turandot. Ms. Shoremount-Obra made her European Operatic debut in 2004 as “Ifigenia” in Handel’s Oreste at the Spoleto Festival, Italy. She has performed numerous operatic roles with a variety of operas and performance groups including Opera Grand Rapids, The American Symphony Orchestra, the LA Philharmonic, Grand Harmonie in Princeton, NJ, Odyssey Opera of Boston, Maryland Opera in Baltimore, New York Philharmonic and more. A champion of new music, Shoremount-Obra has premiered/collaborated with some of today’s most popular and notable composers including Tarik O’Regan, Dan Visconti, John Zorn, and Paola Prestini. She is a 2004 New York Regional Winner and National Semi-Finalist in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. She has also won numerous awards from other organizations, including the Richard F. Gold Career Grant from the Shoshana Foundation and has since been supported with supplemental grants from the same foundation. She is the 2016 winner of the Ursula Springer Award from the Wagner Society of New York and together with pianist Christopher Cooley, the 2019 Second Prize Winner in the Joy In Singing International Art Song Competition.
The program also features SFSO’s premiere of Austrian composer Johann Strauss II’s (1825-1899) The Blue Danube, the world’s most famous waltz. Originally written as a choral piece for the Vienna Men’s Choral Association, Strauss adapted it for orchestra soon after it debuted. Epitomizing the symphonic richness and variety of Strauss’s dance music, it ultimately earned him acclaim as the “waltz king,” and has become the best-known of his many dance pieces.
SFSO’s premiere of Hector Berlioz’s (1803-1869) tumultuous “King Lear Overture” (Le roi Lear), perhaps his grandest, most dramatic and atmospheric overture, recounts the dark Shakespearean tragedy of man and a kingdom divided by love and politics.
Now in its 27th season celebrating Icons & Rebels, SFSO invites audiences to tantalizing upcoming works by Mozart, Berlioz, Prokofiev and Bruckner.
From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres. This season’s popular collaborations included performances of ARRIVAL From Sweden: The Music of ABBA and Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, featuring the iconic film screened live with audio and musical accompaniment.
Tickets for this Masterworks III program are on sale now beginning at $25. For the February 15 concert, buy tickets online at southfloridasymphony.org; by phone at (305) 673-3331; or in-person at the New World Center Box Office. For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

CocoFest: Community Wellness Festival
2025-02-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRiC), 500 T Rex Avenue, Boca Raton, FL, 33431, United States
CocoFest, a FREE community festival features all-day movement classes, engaging workshops, live music, and over a hundred small businesses.
Join us on Saturday, February 15th at 9 AM for the opening yoga practice in the ascension gateway. Bring the kids to enjoy the magic of the Family Forest. Find peace and presence in the Meditation Garden. Sign up for holistic services in the Healing Oasis. Explore unique artisans in Retail Row. Listen to amazing local talent at the Performance Patio. Grab a drink and stay refreshed in the Hydration and Nourishment Zone.
CocoFest will feature a diverse range of activities aimed at enhancing wellness for all attendees, including:
• Ascension Gateway: Free yoga and movement classes led by top local instructors, suitable for all levels.
• Family Forest: Engaging activities for children and families, including kids’ yoga and interactive play experiences.
• Meditation Garden: Various meditation sessions to provide a peaceful retreat.
• Healing Oasis: Holistic healing methods such as massage, cupping, acupuncture, and animal therapy.
• Retail Row: A unique vendor market showcasing over a hundred small businesses offering health and wellness products, jewelry, clothing, home decor, gifts, and more.
• Hydration & Nourishment: Delicious and healthy food options from local vendors, featuring hot sauce, sourdough bread, microgreens, and more.
• Engaging Workshops: Participate in workshops led by health and wellness experts covering topics like nutrition, mental health, and holistic healing.
• Live Music and Entertainment: Enjoy performances from local artists throughout the day, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere.
Stay tuned for schedule, vendor list, zone map and more!

Romance Recovery Party at Escape Rooftop Bar
2025-02-15 12:00 - 18:00 | FL
Escape those Valentine’s Day blues and head to Escape Rooftop Bar for the ultimate Singles Awareness Day celebration. All are welcome to the rooftop bar and lounge’s Romance Recovery Party on the rooftop where attendees can enjoy live entertainment from DJ Blcknsss and DJ Cribb, drink specials and themed cocktails such as a No Filter Mimosa and Chocolate Raspberry Espresso Martini.

YMCA of South Florida’s Teen Broadway: “Where Is Happily Ever After?”
2025-02-15 13:00 - 2025-02-16 15:00 | L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center Victory Black Box Theatre, 1409 NW 6th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311, United States
The production, Where is Happily Ever After?: The Reality Within, presented by Flagstar Foundation, marks the seventh year of the YMCA of South Florida’s Teen Broadway performances, where students from ages five to 15 have the chance to experience what it takes to be part of a full-scale performance. Continuing with the tradition of focusing on a different theme each year, this play explores the universal desire of a “happily ever after” feeling through the stories of a group of friends navigating their personal battles with everyday social stressors. The narrative delves into how social pressures, such as fear, joy, sadness, anger, embarrassment, envy and depression, affect their daily lives. Through powerful performances, the play highlights the hidden struggles that today’s youth face, including family obligations, financial hardships, disabilities, self-image issues and the impact of increased school violence.
Early bird discount tickets are $10 and can be purchased online at https://ymcasouthflorida.org/event/teen-broadway-where-is-happily-ever-after/2025-02-15/. Day-of-performance tickets are $15 and will be available for purchase on site at the Victory Black Box Theatre.

Taste. Love. Tennis.
2025-02-15 16:30 - 19:30 | Delray Beach Historical Society, 3 NE 1st St, Delray Beach, FL, 33445, United States
Taste. Love. Tennis. promises to be February’s must attend event, featuring an exquisite selection of local cuisine, a celebrity chef appearance by Lorena Garcia with specialty curated event offerings combined with the high-end hospitality experience tennis fans expect and deserve.
Enjoy an evening filled with culinary delights and entertainment, signature cocktails and mixology, all designed to create a truly unforgettable pre-match hospitality environment for tennis and food lovers alike.
Only a five-minute walk from the tennis center, the Delray Beach Historical Society is a botanical oasis that serves as an amazing backdrop to this event.
Tickets are available for purchase, with part of the proceeds dedicated to supporting local schools in the Delray Beach area, ensuring that our community thrives alongside this spectacular experience.
