Top 10 of the Week

PRIDE – Miami Beach

This is a weeklong celebration, with the main events happening Saturday and Sunday. Featuring special events, social mixers, dance events, a VIP gala, an incredible 2-day festival and Parade. Miami Beach Pride brings together members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community, their friends, allies, and supporters in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of the LGBT community.

Main Days Sat and Sun April 6 & 7; Lummus Park (12th street and the Beach in South Beach); MiamiBeachPride.com

BROADWAY – School of Rock

Andrew Lloyd Webber is back with a new heart-stirring hit. Based on the hit film, this hilarious new musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn a few extra bucks by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. While teaching these pint-sized prodigies what it means to truly rock, Dewey falls for the school’s beautiful, but uptight headmistress, helping her rediscover the wild child within.

Tues, April 9 – Sun, April 14; Arsht Center for the Performing Arts (1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami) Tix: Start at $39; ArshtCenter.org

GAY POLO –  Tournament 

The 10th Annual Land Rover Palm Beach International Gay Polo Tournament Presented by RSM US gallops back to the social scene. Watch sexy gay men ride their horses and compete. The weekend includes A Wigstock party, the tournament and a Brunch.

Thurs through Sunday, April 4-7, International Polo Club Palm Beach (3667 120th Ave S, Wellington); All tickets can be purchased at Gaypolo.com/tickets.

DANCE – Derek Hough Live

From the Emmy award winning mind of Derek Hough comes the first-ever solo live-dance tour for the dynamo. The show features brand-new stage production, astounding versatility and, as always, Derek’s magnetic stage presence.  Fans will journey through a true fusion of dance and music, as Derek explores styles ranging from ballroom and tap to salsa and hip-hop and everything in between.

Wed, Apr 10; 8pm; Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Boulevard
West Palm Beach); Tix: Start at $39; Kravis.org

PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON – The Lucky Dragon Tour

The star of NBC’s America’s Got talent and Penn & Teller: Fool Us, think Larry David in a dragon suit performing jaw-dropping magic tricks and you’re on the right track. With over 100 million online views, sold out shows across the US and Canada and a residency at the Flamingo Hotel and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, he has proved he is here to stay!

Fri, Apr 5; 8pm; Parker Playhouse (707 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale); Tix: $30-$70; ParkerPlayhouse.com

BALLET – Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

Toeing the line between high art and high camp, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo is an international phenomenon of 16 all-male beloved burly dancers. Celebrating their 40th anniversary, these masterful dancers continue to perform parodies of famed ballet classics like Swan Lake and Le Corsaire. The “Trocks,” as they are affectionately known, boast a wicked comedic sense of humor with respect for true classical dance.

Sun, Apr 7; 7pm; Parker Playhouse (707 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale); Tix:$37.50 – $57.50; ParkerPlayhouse.com

AWARDS – 43rd Annual Carbonell’s

South Florida’s answer to the Tony Awards and a highlight of each arts season, these awards pay tribute to the very best theatrical productions on local stages and features the area’s top entertainers and theater insiders as they step out from behind their roles in an unforgettable behind-the-scenes celebration. The benefit performances of South Florida’s oldest and most prestigious arts honors raises scholarships for South Florida arts students.

Mon, April 8; 7:30pm; Amaturo Theater at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts (201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale); Tix: $25; BrowardCenter.org

FOODIES – Las Olas Wine & Food Festival

This 24th Annual Festival, hosted by American Lung Association, features 60 restaurants, 40+ wineries, and many interactive experiences which will take over the boulevard for an evening of unlimited food, drinks, and entertaining fun, all in the name of charity, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting American Lung Association and their fight against the 3rd leading cause of death in the United States.

Fri, April 5; 7:30-10:30pm; 601-1101 Las Olas Boulevard; Tix: $150, and are all inclusive (21 and over only); Lasolaswff.com

STRIPPERS – Mr. LaBare Contest

It’s that time of year again and this one is going to be the biggest one yet! Join all your favorites from their Miami and Ft. Lauderdale location PLUS some sexy eye candy from Texas for one huge event you don’t want to miss! Part of the proceeds will be donated towards Autism Awareness. Who will be crowned Mr. LaBare 2019??

Mon, April 08; 8pm; La Bare (2750 E. Oakland Park Blvd); Tix: $20 and $25; Labareflorida.com

OFF BROADWAY – Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding

You’re invited to New York’s longest running Off-Broadway comedy! Tony n’ Tina have walked down the aisle more than 3,300 times, in front of more than 500,000 guests and continue to make every wedding a one-of-a-kind event, filled with great music, laughter, food and love, and their madcap Italian-American families. You’ll eat, drink, dance, converse and get caught up in the festivities of this all-inclusive, interactive experience. Includes Italian dinner, wedding cake and champagne toast.

Thurs, Apr 4 – Sun, Apr 14; Abdo New River Room at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts (201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale);Tix: $67.50 – $77.50; BrowardCenter.org

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