11 January 4-10, 2024 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com New Times | Contents | Letters | news | Night+Day | CuLture | Cafe | MusiC | Month XX–Month XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | RIPTIDE | METRO | NIGHT+DAY | STAGE | ART | FILM | CAFE | MUSIC | THU 1/4 ▼ WYNWOOD BEAT GOES ON Last month, the team behind the Museum of Graffiti opened the Art of Hip Hop during Mi- ami Art Week. The permanent exhibit cele- brates 50 years of the culture and its impact on a global scale. On view are rare works by photographers, album-cover artists, logo de- signers, fashion innovators, and graffiti artists who have shaped the genre’s visual identity. It also explores the rich history through vintage artifacts and a curated selection of sneakers in collaboration with StockX. 11 a.m. Thurs- day, at the Art of Hip Hop, 299 NW 25th St., Miami; 786-722-1604; artofhiphop.com. Tick- ets cost $6 to $22 via eventbrite.com. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ MIAMI BEACH JAZZ HANDS The South Beach Jazz Festival makes its an- nual landfall in Miami Beach, showcasing un- discovered talent and world-renowned musicians. Organized to spotlight the rich legacy of jazz music, the four-day music festi- val will host several events throughout vari- ous venues in the city, each delivering a unique sound from the universal jazz music spectrum. Three-time Grammy Award-win- ning jazz vocalist Cécile Mclorin Salvant kicks off the festivities, joined by producer and jazz pianist Sullivan Fortner. Other per- formers scheduled throughout the weekend include Something Else!, Alfredo Rodriguez, Tal Cohen, Nicole Yarling, and the South Florida Jazz Orchestra. Thursday through Sunday, at various locations; sobejazzfestival. com. Ticket prices vary. SOPHIA MEDINA ▼ AVENTURA COMEDY KING Once proclaimed “the next Jackie Mason” by the New York Times, Israeli-born, New York- based stand-up comedian Modi stops at Aven- tura Arts & Cultural Center to live up to the claim. The 53-year-old has become one of the industry’s most sought-after performers in New York City and was named one of the top ten comedians by the Hollywood Reporter. Throughout his career, he has been featured on HBO, CBS, AMC, Comedy Central, and E!. He’s also the cofounder and producer of the Chosen Comedy Festival, established along- side comedians Elon Gold and Dani Zoldan. 7 and 9:30 p.m. Thursday, at Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 23385 NE 188th St., Aventura; 305-466-8002; aventuracenter.org. Tickets cost $57 to $62 via ticketmaster.com. SOPHIA MEDIN FRI 1/5 ▼ WYNWOOD GENETIC COPY Consisting of Jason Matthews and Aaron Glueckauf, the Miami duo Twyn fuses modern sounds with catchy instrumental melodies. In November, the pair finally released its long-awaited debut album, Lyght Years. “It took so long because we did everything our- selves — the producing, the mixing, and all the decisions,” Matthews told New Times earlier this year. Matthews and Glueckauf are hosting a release party at Gramps on Friday with fellow musicians Butterfly Snapple and April Nicole to mark the occasion. 8 p.m. Fri- day, at Gramps, 176 NW 24th St., Miami; gramps.com. Tickets cost $15 to $20 via event- brite.com. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ DORAL MAKE YOU SQUIRM Comedian Sarah Sherman joined the cast of Saturday Night Live during its 47th season in 2021 and was promoted to a full-fledged cast member in 2023. It’s easy to see why. Sher- man’s surreal comedy style has quickly found a space within the show. Now, she’s bringing her talent to the Miami Improv on Friday and Saturday. Best known for her body-horror comedy — she performed under the name Sarah Squirm for several years — Sherman is certainly not afraid to push the boundaries of humor. 8 and 10:30 p.m. Friday and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday, at the Miami Improv, 3450 NW 83rd Ave. Suite 224, Doral; 305-441-8200; mi- amiimprov.com. Tickets cost $25. JOSE D. DURAN ▼ WYNWOOD FRIENDS FOREVER The EDM festival at sea, Friendship, is set to take sail from the Port of Miami on Saturday. But before that, the party starts on land at Oa- sis Wynwood on Friday night. The Friendship 2024 Pre-Party will deliver the heavy beats thanks to a back-to-back set by Boys Noize and Destructo. Other acts on the bill include Craze, Afrodisiac Showcase, Flava D, Mary Droppinz, Devon James, Charles Meyer, and Kakies. Don’t worry if you aren’t booked for the cruise — the party is open to everyone. 8 p.m. Friday, at Oasis Wynwood, 2335 N. Miami Ave., Miami; oasiswynwood.com. Tickets cost $39 to $99 via tixr.com. SOPHIA MEDINA SAT 1/6 ▼ FORT LAUDERDALE DAMN, DANIEL! Sneakerheads, find your next fresh set of kicks at Sneaker Con at the Broward Country Convention Center on Saturday. You’re guar- anteed to stumble upon sneakers you can’t find anywhere else. From limited-edition sets to vintage streetwear, Sneaker Con brings to- gether some of the best vendors in the game. In addition to the shoes, attendees can meet sneaker influencers and win sweet prizes during some of the giveaways. Noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, at the Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauder- dale; sneakercon.com. Tickets cost $30 to $32.50. SOPHIA MEDINA ▼ LITTLE HAVANA LET’S GET LOUD Hollywood thrash metal band Hellwitch has been rockin’ together for four decades. To mark the occasion, the trio will perform its 1990 debut album, Syzygial Miscreancy, in its entirety at Bar Nancy on Saturday. The band will also perform cuts from their latest re- lease, Annihilational Intercention. Saturday’s bill also includes performances by Tampa ex- treme metal band Virulence and death metal act Vacuous Depths. 8 p.m. Saturday, at Bar Nancy, 2007 SW Eighth St., Miami; nancy305. com. Tickets cost $15 via eventbrite.com. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ DOWNTOWN DEFT HANDS DJ and producer Eli Escobar has spent the better part of the last two decades becoming N I G H T DAY W E E K O F J A N U A R Y 4 , 2 0 2 4 - J A N U A R Y 1 0 , 2 0 2 4 M I A M I N E W T I M E S .CO M /C A L E N DA R | B R OWA R D PA L M B E AC H .CO M /C A L E N DA R DOMINATE CULTURE The Art of Hip Hop Thursday Photo courtesy Ultra Music Festival photo ®
