8 March 6-12, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com New Times | music | cafe | culture | Night+Day | news | letters | contents | Month XX–Month XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | FILM | ART | STAGE | NIGHT+DAY | METRO | RIPTIDE | LETTERS | CONTENTS | THU 3/6 ▼ DESIGN DISTRICT RAISE THE BARÁ Gustavo Nazareno is showing his first solo pre- sentations in the United States with Bará, at Opera Gallery Bal Harbour, and Afro-Latin Baroque, at the gallery’s Design District loca- tion. At the former, the artist will show more than 30 charcoal drawings, with 16 new paintings on display at the latter. Nazareno’s work draws upon Yoruba imagery, Afro-Bra- zilian spiritual traditions, and Baroque-in- spired artistry. 11 a.m. Thursday, at Opera Gallery, 151 NE 41st St., Ste. 131, Miami; 9703 Collins Ave. Bal Harbour, Miami Beach; opera- gallery.com. Admission is free. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ FORT LAUDERDALE IT’S GREAT TO BE KING With strutting giraffes, swooping birds, leap- ing gazelles, and more, you’re invited to wit- ness Simba’s timeless journey live onstage when The Lion King heads to the Broward Center. Winner of six Tony Awards, this un- forgettable production features fan-favorite songs, breathtaking visuals, and awe-inspir- ing choreography that will leave you capti- vated from start to finish. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, at the Broward Center, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 954-462-0222; browardcenter.org. Tickets cost $35 to $212 via ticketmaster.com. SOPHIA MEDINA FRI 3/7 ▼ WILTON MANORS PLAY IN THE PARK Pow! In the Park hosts theatrical productions in different venues around Wilton Manors. This week’s edition is a dazzling performance of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, originally produced in 1962 by the legendary Hal Prince. The classic comedy has captivated audiences of all ages for decades. Directed by Ronnie Larsen, this production stars award-winning South Florida actress Lourelene Snedeker. 7 p.m. Friday, at Mickel Park, 2675 NW Seventh Ave., Wilton Manors; powinthepark.com. Admission is free with reg- istration via tickettailor.com. SOPHIA MEDINA ▼ FORT LAUDERDALE RAIN, I DON’T MIND Beatles fans, get ready to twist and shout at Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles. Step back into the ‘60s with this psychedelic concert expe- rience that will have you dancing and sing- ing to the timeless tunes of the legendary Fab Four. In addition to playing the classics, this tribute band rocks vibrant Beatles-in- spired costumes, transporting you straight back to the peak of Beatlemania. 7:30 p.m. Friday, at the Parker, 707 NE Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale; 954-462-0222; raintribute.com. Tickets cost $50 to $110 via ticketmaster.com. SOPHIA MEDINA ▼ LITTLE HAITI NU SOUND Two wildly different music genres collide at Underground Symphony, an electrifying sonic experience at the Citadel. Miami’s genre- bending Nu Deco Ensemble will collab with Dude Skywalker, resulting in a mash-up of classical and electronic traditions. With no seats to tether you, you’ll move, groove, and immerse yourself in this innovative fusion of sounds. 8 p.m. Friday, at the Citadel, 8300 NE Second Ave., Miami. Tickets cost $55 via nu- deco.org. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ WYNWOOD MORTA-OO-GA-GA Little monsters, it’s time to officially say goodbye to the Chromatica era and welcome Mayhem at Willy’s Lady Gaga Mayhem Ball Album Release Party. Set fire to the dance- floor as you dance to Mother Monster’s classics as well as her newest hits, including “Disease,” “Abracadabra,” and “Die With A Smile” featuring Bruno Mars. Prepare for pure mayhem as Gaga’s highly anticipated seventh solo studio album sets the soundtrack for this epic bash. 10 p.m. Friday, at Willy’s Neighborhood Bar, 356 NW 24th St., Miami; 786-766-3612; willyswynwood. com. Admission is free. SOPHIA MEDINA SAT 3/8 ▼ CORAL GABLES IN BLOOM At the 20th Annual Orchids in Bloom Festival, you’ll wander through a stunning display of more than 150,000 orchids. Expert growers will showcase unique varieties available for purchase, and for those looking to step up their orchid care, the festival will offer educa- tional lectures and hands-on workshops. Stop by the exotic butterfly exhibit, bring the family for kids’ activities, and enjoy access to the only tropical rainforest in the continental United States. 10 a.m. Saturday, at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables; 305-667-1651; fairchildgarden.org. Tick- ets cost $11.95 to $24.95 via ftbg.ticketapp.org. Children 2 and under get in free. SOPHIA MEDINA ▼ MIAMI GARDENS GARDEN VARIETY Jazz in the Gardens returns to Hard Rock Sta- dium for its 18th year with performances by Ms. Lauryn Hill, New Edition, Toni Braxton, local Miami artists, and rising Florida talent Doechii. Beyond the music, the festival incor- porates poetry, delicious food, and a true sense of community. All in all, it’s a weekend- long celebration of Black culture and its vital contributions to our city. 3 p.m. Saturday, at Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Dr., Miami Gardens; 305-943-8000; hardrockstadium. com. Tickets cost $125 to $329 via ticketmaster. com. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ DESIGN DISTRICT ICA WHAT YOU DID THERE Get ready for a night of music and art at ICA Miami’s After Gala Party, where you’ll groove to a set by Dave 1 of Chromeo. Your ticket gets you artisanal drinks, tasty bites, and a candy mix inspired by Keiichi Tanaami’s vibrant art. Want to go big? Snag a VIP couch with cham- pagne service. All proceeds support the mu- seum, which is free and open to the public year-round. 9 p.m. Saturday, at the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami, 61 NE 41st St., Mi- ami; 305-901-5272. Tickets cost $200 via icamiami.org. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN SUN 3/9 ▼ LITTLE HAVANA IN THE STREET Latinos, it’s time to make some noise in the streets of Little Havana! Show your pride by N I G H T DAY W E E K O F M A R C H 6 - 1 2 , 2 0 2 5 M I A M I N E W T I M E S . C O M / C A L E N D A R | B R O W A R D P A L M B E A C H . C O M / C A L E N D A R BLOCK PARTY Jay Wheeler at Calle Ocho Sunday Nevarez Communications photo ®
