AVENTURA, Fla.(August 20, 2023) – With evenings celebrating Israel, the Cuban American experience and the power of rock and roll, the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center offers uplifting and captivating events this September.
WIZO, The Women’s International Zionist Organization, presents 75 Years in the Promised Land honoring the founding of Israel on Thursday, September 7 at 8 p.m. Musical director and producer Tomer Adaddi has assembled a cast from around the world to bestow heartfelt birthday wishes for peace and prosperity upon the young nation. Tom Cohen and Lital Gabai join Adam Lahav and Nir Sheaber for an evening that will immerse audiences in a profound experience built on the sights and sounds of Israel and the far reaches of the Diaspora.
Fire Haus Projects and the UnConservatory present Always Remember, the Musical…Songs in Concerton Saturday, September 9 at 8 p.m. Thisenchanting evening of songs are from a new musical about the Cuban-American experience by Cuban-American Marilyn Morales. This epic work is a love letter to all people who have sought liberty. Morales will be joined by her husband and arranger, Kirk Whipple, in this entertaining, uplifting and enlightening concert. The duo will be joined by vocal and theater luminaries Megan Barrera, Carlton Cornish, Sebastian Hernandez, Catherine Magariño, Gerardo José Ortega and Craig Wheeler. They will be accompanied by bassist Rafael Valencia and drummer Tony Lopez.
LCA Performing Arts Company presents the Broadway sensation Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musicalwith performances Friday, September 29 – Sunday, October 8. This electrifying musical extravaganza combines raw talent, infectious energy and a heartwarming story that will resonate with audiences of all ages. This celebration of the human spirit and the unbreakable bonds forged through the universal language of music follows the exhilarating journey of young rock stars as they discover the freedom and empowerment that comes from expressing themselves through their instruments and voices. Performances are Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 2 and & 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m.
Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Buy tickets online at aventuracenter.org, by phone at 877.311.7469 or 954.462.0222 or in person at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance. For Group Sales, please call 954.660.6307.
The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 N.E. 188 Street in Aventura. Join the conversation, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram @aventuracenter or #aventuracenter.
The Broward Center for the Performing Arts manages the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, a 14,864-square-foot, 330-seat waterfront complex that hosts performing arts, cultural and educational programming for all ages.
Sept. 775 Years in the Promised Land
Sept. 9Always Remember, the Musical…Songs in Concert
Sept. 29-Oct. 8Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical
Jessie Dez is a graduate from Palm Beach Atlantic University where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree, with concentrations in Musical Theater and Broadcast Journalism. As an actress, she has performed all over South Florida with well-known companies, such as Delray Beach Playhouse, MNM Theatre Company, Warner Bros Entertainment Inc, Lake Worth Playhouse, etc. Not only have you seen her on stage, but on television as well. As a television host for Living Local FL TV, Jessie has been on FOX 29 highlighting all the best places to eat, shop and play in South Florida. Jessie is thrilled to mix her passion of theater and journalism into her writing and content creation for The South Florida Theater Magazine.
