Glora Mind and Body
Invites You To Help Make a Child Smile!
Thursday, December 9, 6:30p-8:00p
8290 NW 27th St, Suite 605
Doral, FL
RSVP to NMG 305-470-4680
Please bring an unwrapped gift for a child. Light refreshments, music, prizes.
Drinks & Meeting:
Thursday, December 16th
at 4 to 7pm
at UVA 69 Restaurant
6900 Biscayne Blvd
1/2 priced house drinks & Complimentary Appetizers
Please RSVP by emailing girlscoalitionmiami@gmail.com
Plenty Of Parking Available!
Please forward freely
For more information about the Girls Coalition visit www.girlscoalitionmiami.org.
The Girls Coalition Of Miami Dade
Our Vision: Girl-Serving organizations will have access to affordable capacity building opportunities
Our Mission: Strengthening the girl-serving community by fostering education and collaboration to help girls realize their full potential
Our Purpose: To provide high quality and comprehensive resource and clearinghouse for informaition, networking, professional development, public education and provide advocacy opportunities for girl serving organizations.
The boys of Il Bacio are feeling extra generous this holiday season! Â Kick off the holidays with us at Naughty or Nice
Il Bacio’s Annual Holiday Party
9 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15
Il Bacio Restaurant & Lounge
29 SE 2nd Avenue Just off of Atlantic Avenue Delray Beach
Christmas is coming early with Il Bacio’s MegaMoney Booth!
Step into a blizzard of cold, hard cash for your chance to win $1,000 cash on the spot. You grab it, you keep it. How’s that for holiday cheer?  Ring in the season with incredible all-night entertainment, sounds by DJ Brett the Hitman, sexy elf dancers, and plenty of holiday ‘spirits’ courtesy of Ketel One Vodka.   We even hear Santa and his entourage may be stopping by.
Proceeds to benefit Toys for Tots.
See you at ‘Naughty or Nice’ at Il Bacio!
Visit: www.ilbacioofdelray.com www.facebook.com/ilbaciodelray
Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce Invites You to a Special Business Networking Event
Wednesday, December 8th
6:00PM – 8:00PM
THE TAURUS BAR
Calamari Restaurant/La Bottega Enoteca Sociale/Taurus Bar
3540 Main Hwy,
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Price of Admission is $5 for Members . $10 for Non-Members
Be Sure to Purchase Raffle Tickets at the Door for Your Chance to Win Great Prizes!
RSVP: 305-444-7270 or info@coconutgrove.com
The Chamber is once again gathering toys to be donated to St. Alban’s Child Enrichment Center. Please bring with you to the Chamber Holiday Networker an age appropriate unwrapped toy for either a girl or boy ~ Newborns – 5 years of age. Thank you.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of the Hello Kitty Sanrio Exhibit Opening on Thursday, December 2, 2010.
Shepard Fairey participated in the Sanrio Small Gifts Art Show in Miami curated by Roger Gastman and Zio Fulcher. Shepard created this OBEY x Hello Kitty Screen Print to celebrate the project and show. Â They had a Pop-up Shop, Product Retrospective, FREE real Tattoo Parlor, Magic, Sweets Shop. The Art Show was Curated by Roger Gastman & Zio Fulcher and Pamela Wasabi co-produced and styled the opening party for the event.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page, click here.
Holiday Wellness Happy Hour
Wednesday, December 8th, 2010 / 6PM – 8PM
Spa Services at the Opera Tower
1750 N. Bayshore Dr.
rsvp@fabulousmiami.com
RSVP to schedule your
Free service to shirlee23@comcast.net
Thursday, December 9 · 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Novecento Coral Gables
121 Alhambra Plaza, Ste 100
Coral Gables, FL
Facebook RSVP.
Join the Fairchild Palms young professionals for our final Happy Hour of 2010 on the patio of Novecento in Coral Gables. Our Happy Hours are always well attended by a great group of young professionals.
So, come and mingle with us to kickoff one of the most festive party season of the year.
Join us and enjoy:
• Drink specials
• Argentine and European style Appetizers
Novecento is a Gables hot spot with a vibrant bar scene.
The cuisine at Novecento is a refined co-existence of Argentine, European, and Pan Latin cuisine-this style is perhaps best called Argentine Bistro.
Join one of Miami’s finest group of young professionals for a great evening, while supporting a great cause. See you there.
The Fairchild Palms is the young professionals group affiliated with Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. All proceeds benefit the Fairchild Challenge environmental outreach program distributed to schools nationwide. For more information, visit our web site at www.fairchildpalms.org, or check out our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/fairchildpalms or send an email to info@fairchildpalms.org.
Join our mailing list, or better yet, become a Fairchild Palm today.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of the Art Miami VIP Opening in Midtown Miami on Tuesday, November 30, 2010. Â This has got to be one of my favorite shows in the past and it did not disappoint me this year. Â I saw such amazing art at this fair, I think this year might just be better than last year.
Art Miami showcases the best in modern and contemporary art from 100 international art galleries and prominent art institutions.Art Miami, Miami’s longest running contemporary art fair, once again electrify the city from December 1 – December 5, 2010. As the anchor art fair to the city of Miami, the fair  returned with a compelling array of modern and contemporary artwork from over 100 international galleries and prominent art institutions. Art Miami was held in a state-of-the-art 100,000 square foot pavilion in Midtown Miami’s burgeoning Wynwood Arts District.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page, click here.
Hanukah Haiku featuring Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad
Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.
Next@19th (137 NE 19th Street, Miami)
Tel: 305.542.7732
www.nextat19th.org
Next@19th proudly presents a night of creativity, humor and entertainment with Hanukah Haiku and Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad. On the brightest and last night of Hanakuh, poets, artists and writers will come together to share original haikus about Hanukah and Jewish culture at Next@19th in downtown Miami. Slated for December 8, 2010 at 7:00 p.m., this celebration also marks the official launch of the non-profit organization, whose goal is to move Jewish culture forward with an inclusive, cutting-edge program.
“I put the whore in hora,” declares the Goddess Perlman, ringmaster and MC extraordinaire of Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad – and so goes an evening of bashing all stereotypes ever uttered about Jewish women. Bringing a combination of comedy, parody and burlesque to South Florida on the last and brightest day of Hanukkah, please find below details of Next@19th’s holiday celebration.
Burlesque entertainers Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad bring a combination of parody and burlesque to the night: a refreshing mix of comedy, cabaret and spoken-word with must-have archetypal characters including the gals who learned to smoke at Hebrew School, got drunk at their Bat Mitzvahs and would rather have more schtuppa than the chupah. In keeping with the theme of the party He’Brew, ‘The Chosen Beer,’ will be on tap throughout the night.
This event will kick-off Next@19th’s 2010 – 2011 season, which includes regularly-programmed thought-provoking and fun events. Arts, learning and spirituality happenings will unite cultural traditions, beliefs and introduce new facets of the Jewish identity. Next@19th’s dynamic program takes an inclusive approach to sharing Judaism with members of any faith or background.
About Next@19th: Moving Jewish Culture Forward
Next@19th was founded in July 2010 to engage South Florida’s diverse community in fresh culture, learning and spiritual experience through a Jewish lens. Producing original programming, the organization will host a range of events and activities. This 2010 – 2011 season promises celebrations of music, literary arts, visual art, education and spirituality as well as dynamic projects in partnership with Miami Book Fair International, the Jewish Film Festival and University of Wynwood. Next@19th is located at 137 NE 19 Street, Miami FL 33132, on the campus of Temple Israel’s historic site in downtown Miami. For more information please call 305.542.7732 or visit the website at www.nextat19th.org.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of the Multiversal Group Show in Wynwood on Thursday, December 3, 2010.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page, click here.
Art Basel in Wynwood on Saturday, December 4, 2010. Â We just wondered around Wynwood all night and saw some amazing art and shows.
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Fountain Miami in Wynwood on Saturday, December 4, 2010. Â Always a great show, I just love how they do not not have just square booths, they are all different, makes it so much interesting and fun. Â The art was awesome, thanks for a great show.
Fountain is an exhibition of avant garde artwork in New York during Armory week and Miami during Art Basel Miami Beach. Â Fountain Miami 2010, the 5th year anniversary of the show, will entail 22 projects from galleries and artists collectives around the globe.
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Art Whino in Charcoal Studios on Saturday, December 4, 2010. Â One of my most favorite shows!!! Â All of their show was outside which really showed off the large murals, and wow they were amazing, and the weather was beautiful. Â What a great show guys, can not wait until next year.
In conjunction with the Miami Art Basel and surrounding Art Fairs, Art Whino presented THE TAKEOVER. Using their “Elite Delta Force†of artistic leaders to create a unique 8,000 square foot outdoor art exhibition packed with an enormous series of installations/murals. The exhibition was located in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District along with other accompanying art fairs. 20+ artists will paint large mural/installations around 8’ high and 20’ wide each. Each artist also exhibit smaller artwork in their installation areas. There was be live painting events throughout the exhibition.
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Pulse Miami Contemporary Art Fair at the Ice Palace on Saturday, December 4, 2010.
PULSE Contemporary Art Fair in its sixth edition of the fair – the first under new Director Cornell DeWitt – offered a blend of 82 leading and emerging international galleries alongside the hallmark program of original cultural projects for which the fair is renowned. PULSE Miami 2010 also introduced a new focus on the city and culture of Miami, and an unprecedented emphasis on the visitor experience, foremost through its exhibitors and programming, but also via new culinary partners and social opportunities.
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Primp Salon & Hair Extension Boutique
407 15th Street | Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Hottest Fragrances!
Holiday gift sets for you and your loved ones…
Presale Fragrances From Nordstrom:
Gucci, Prada, Chloe, Dior, Thierry Mugler, Viktor & Rolf, & More!
*Raffle For $600 Fragrance Basket
*Raffle For $600 Primp Makeover Package
*Gift Bags
*Champagne And Hors Devours
1691 Michigan Avenue
Miami, FL 33139
Friday, December 31 at 9:00pm – 2:00am
Come celebrate New Years Eve 2011 with Lucky Strike Lanes! Live DJ’s spinning and No Cover!
Let the good times roll! Celebrate New Years Eve 2011 on the lanes with us! There is no cover and DJ Mike V will be spinning.
Please call us to make reservations as lanes will book fast. We will have bottle serivce available. 305.532.0307
Sour Showdown Block Party
12.6.2010
6:30 – 10:30 PM
Cev.Che 105
1st Annual Pisco Sour Showdown to create awareness
for the Buoniconti Fund Cure for Paralysis
This is complimentary event including free Pisco 100 cocktails, Ceviche and Live Music
First Price $750
Second $500
Third $250
Walk Against Animal Cruelty
Benefit Walk at Bayfront Park
Saturday December 11th at 8:30 am
Join us to walk with your dog in a Benefit Walk at Bayfront Park Against Animal Cruelty
www.pawsintown.com
Paws in Town is an animal lover company who organizes events to collect funds for
Non-Profit Organizations Against Animal Cruelty.
TAIL RULES
Water and clean-up bags will be provided for your canine companion, and veterinary aid will be available
You will be responsible for cleaning up after your dog.
You don’t have to have a dog to join the fun. Walk in honor of an animal friend or all our League animals waiting for adoption.
No bikes, skateboards, or skates. They can scare our pets.
Please leave at home dogs under 4 months of age and those in poor or questionable health or in heat.
Participating dogs must wear ID tags, be current on their rabies vaccinations and be on leash at all times. (Please, NO flexi-leads or leads longer than 6 feet.)
Unruly participants will be asked to leave.
Children 12 or under must be accompanied by an adult.
You are cordially invited to attend the International Business Networking (IBN) Holiday Reception presented by OWIT-S FL and Co-sponsored by NAWBO, WHS, WBDC of FL and FCBF.
When: Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 from 6-8 PM
Where: Mediterraneo Restaurant Brickell Jade: First Floor, 1331 Brickell Bay Drive, Miami, FL 33131 Tel: 305-200-5028
What: Complimentary Valet Parking, Appetizers, One Complimentary Drink (then cash bar with “happy hour” pricing) and Discounted Dinner Pricing
Cost: Members Free, Non-Members $15
De Rodriguez Ocean @ Hilton Bentley Beach Hotel
101 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Wednesday, December 8th, 6:00pm-8:30pm
RSVP Here.
Bring a Friend!
Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres by Chef Douglas Rodriguez and cocktails
Live musical entertainment by Jazz Vision Group
Members: FREE – Non members: $10 (cash only)
Thursday December 9, 2010 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Chez Badeaux Salon
1235 Alton Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
RSVP here.
Chez Badeaux’s First ever Holiday Bazaar
Tis the season to shop & be pampered!
We invite you all to spend the evening with us Thursday December 9th from 5 to 9pm for our Holiday Bazaar.
Make your way through our front lawn and visit some of Miami hippest designers in jewelry, clothing and accessories. Step through the doors of the salon and enjoy delicious cocktails sponsored by Domaine de Canton and light bites by Bernie’s LA cafe.
Our team will be offering COMPLIMENTARY manicures all evening, stop by our make up booth for $10 make up applications to get you ready to hit the town!
Look out for special surprise deals only available during the event from our team….HUGE SAVINGS !!!!!
The event is open to the public so make sure to tell your friends.
Route to Human Rights Official Launch
Friday, December 10, 2010, 11am-1pm
Miami Dade College InterAmerican Campus
627 S.W. 27 Ave. (Corner of S.W. 27 Ave. and S.W. 6 St.)
http://www.routetohumanrights.org
On Friday, Dec. 10, at 11 a.m. the InterAmerican Campus will host the inauguration of the multi-media project, titled Route to Human Rights, which will place art created by local and international artists at 30 locations throughout the state. Each of the pieces will represent a different article of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The project will eventually include works of art permanently installed at all eight MDC campuses, among other locations.
The inauguration will feature the unveiling of the first work of art, ElevacÃon (Elevation), created by Uruguayan artist Mauro Arbiza. The 16-foot sculpture is inspired by Article 19: “Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression.â€
Presented in partnership with the Florida Center for the Literary Arts, the event will also honor the work of Chenjerai Hove, Miami: City of Refuge writer-in-residence.
Once all works are installed, a Passport to Human Rights route and map will be available at all project sites and online. Visitors can collect stamps corresponding to each article as they follow the Route to Human Rights. A completed passport can be redeemed for commemorative gifts and prizes.
MDC first joined forces with ISHR a year ago. On Nov. 12, 2009, six women from the organization set a new Guinness World Record™ for “Longest Reading Aloud Marathon by a Team†while reading the30 Articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, repeatedly for more than 240 hours at the InterAmerican Campus.
Art Market
December 11-12, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Arts Arena Gallery – ouside in courtyard
777 E. Atlantic Plaza
Delray Beach, FL
(behind Chicos)
I will be selling my HOOPER plush dog, a selection of original paintings and other gift items.
$1.00/plush dog will go to animal shelters in need
www.theartsarenagallery.com
In addition to Artists in the Park, there will be several artists in the courtyard selling their original art.
Artists in the Park – See the work of participating artists in a variety of mediums, including watercolor, oil & acrylic, as well as photography, sculpture & mixed-media artists. 10:00 am – 4:30 pm Saturday & Sunday at Veterans Park, East Atlantic Ave on the Intracoastal Waterway, Delray Beach
Noir Collection 2011
December 11, 2010, 8:00 pm
Grand Central
697 N Miami AV
Miami, FL
www.lingeriebypj.com
The Priscilla Jade Noir Collection will debut on Dec. 11th at Grand Central in Downtown Miami. Be sure to stay for a special live intimate performance by Crown Company.
Special THANK YOU to our sponsors:
Aily V Footwear
We Love Colors
Pole Fitness Studio
Body Details
Designer Skin
Contesta Rock Hair
Femme Science
Confessions of a Jewish Shiksa…Dancing on Hitler’s Grave
January 7th-12th, 7:30pm
Area Stage Theatre
1560 South Dixie Hwy, Coral Gables, Florida 33146
franniesheridan.com
shegotgame.com
Free Parking.
Tickets: $20, $25, $30
Box Office – 305.666.2078 www.areastagecompany.com
Confessions of a Jewish Shiksa..Dancing on Hitler’s Grave!
This is the journey of the daughter of Jewish Holocaust survivors who is raised Catholic. The knish hits the fan when she reveals the truth of her identity.
A funny and dark multi-character solo show written and performed by Frannie Sheridan which resonates with many people on different levels regardless of faith, culture and sexual orientation. “In the end we all just want to be accepted for who we really are,” says Sheridan.
“A gripping, powerful, story. From stand-up comedy to stand-out performing,†Mario Betto of the Fort Lauderdale Theater Examiner.
Frannie Sheridan has won numerous writing honors, including the prestigious Gabriel Award for a CBC documentary based on her story and mayoral proclamations from West Palm Beach and the city of Miami Beach. The 70 minute show is followed by a Talkback.
Broadway’s Biggest Blockbuster To Return To Broward Center For The Performing Arts On March 30th
Tickets On Sale Sunday December 12
By Stephen Schwartz And Winnie Holzman Based On The Novel By Gregory Maguire
Fort Lauderdale – After breaking box office records and selling out in record time at Broward Center for the Performing Arts in 2008 WICKED, Broadway’s biggest blockbuster, will return to Ft. Lauderdale this Spring for a limited 4-week engagement. Tickets for the return engagement go on sale Sunday, December 12 at 10:00a.m
Tickets are available at the Box Office 201 SW Fifth Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, by phone (954) 462-0222 or online at www.browardcenter.org. Group rates are available NOW for groups of 20 or more, and may be purchased by calling (954) 462-0222 or (954) 626-7814. Tickets range from $29 to $89. VIP Ticket Packages are available at select performances and include premium seating.
With music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Pippin, Academy Award-winner for Pocahontas and The Prince of Egypt) and book by Winnie Holzman (“My So Called Life,†“Once And Again†and “thirtysomethingâ€), WICKED, the untold story of the witches of Oz, is directed by two-time Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Take Me Out, Love! Valour! Compassion!, The Vagina Monologues) and features musical staging by Tony® Award winner Wayne Cilento (Aida, The Who’s Tommy, How To Succeed…).
Based on the best-selling 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire, WICKED, winner of 35 major awards, including a Grammy® and three Tony® Awards, is the untold story of the witches of Oz. It is produced by Marc Platt, Universal Pictures, The Araca Group, Jon B. Platt and David Stone.
CALENDAR LISTING Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Broadway Across America-Fort Lauderdale present: WICKED Wednesday, March 30 – 8:00pm Thursday, March 31 – 2:00pm Thursday, March 31 – 8:00pm Friday, April 1 – 8:00pm Saturday, April 2 – 2:00pm Saturday, April 2 – 8:00pm Sunday, April 3 – 2:00pm Sunday, April 3 – 7:30pm
Tuesday, April 5 – 8:00pm Wednesday, April 6 – 8:00pm Thursday, April 7– 8:00pm Friday, April 8 – 8:00pm Saturday, April 9 – 2:00pm Saturday, April 9 – 8:00pm Sunday, April 10 – 2:00pm Sunday, April 10 – 7:30pm
Tuesday, April 12 – 8:00pm Wednesday, April 13 – 8:00pm Thursday, April 14 – 8:00pm Friday, April 15 – 8:00pm Saturday, April 16 – 2:00pm Saturday, April 16 – 8:00pm Sunday, April 17– 2:00pm Sunday, April 17– 7:30pm
Tuesday, April 19 – 8:00pm Wednesday, April 20 – 8:00pm Thursday, April 21 – 2:00pm Thursday, April 21 – 8:00pm Friday, April 22 – 8:00pm Saturday, April 23 – 2:00pm Saturday, April 23 – 8:00pm Sunday, April 24 – 2:00pm
Broward Center for the Performing Arts Au-Rene Theatre 201 SW Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
“Broward Center for the Performing Arts was home to the South Florida debut of the acclaimed Broadway musical, Wicked, and we are thrilled to see it return to the Au Rene stage in our 20th anniversary celebration season,†said Kelley Shanley, President/CEO, Broward Center for the Performing Arts. “This show has certainly had a significant impact on theater audiences worldwide, and South Florida has been no exception. Its broad appeal to audiences of all ages and the universal theme of self-discovery make it a memorable musical experience for all who attend. We know many theater-goers return to Wicked time and time again, and we look forward to welcoming them here in Spring 2011.†Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the Land of Oz. One – born with emerald-green skin – is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. WICKED tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, and how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.
WICKED has “cast quite a spell†(Washington Post) throughout North America, breaking box office records in every city that it has played, including Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, DC, Philadelphia and Boston to name a few. Called “a cultural phenomenon†by Variety and named “the defining musical of the decade†by The New York Times, WICKED continues to thrill audiences around the world. There are currently seven productions of WICKED worldwide, including two North American tours, a Broadway production, London production, a Japanese-language production, a German-language production and Australian production. A Dutch-language production of WICKED will open in 2011. WICKED features set design by Tony® Award winner Eugene Lee (Ragtime, Show Boat, Candide, Sweeney Todd), costume design by Tony® winner Susan Hilferty (Into the Woods, Assassins), lighting design by Tony® nominee Kenneth Posner (The Coast of Utopia, Hairspray) and sound design by Tony Meola (The Lion King). Stephen Oremus is the show’s musical director. Orchestrations are by William David Brohn, with dance arrangements by James Lynn Abbott.
Grammy Award-Winning Cast recording available on Decca Broadway. For more information about WICKED log on to www.wickedthemusical.com.
*As a note to all calendar listing editors, the title of the show is WICKED (not WICKED: A New Musical or WICKED, the untold story of the witches of Oz).
Five-Time Tony Award® Nominated Smash-Hit Musical!
Big Hair! Big Dreams!
Don’t Stop Believin’!
Tony Award® Nominee Constantine Maroulis To Bring In A Swinging New Year Starring In “Rock Of Ages,†Opening, December 28 – January 9 Presented By Florida Theatrical Association At Broward Center For The Performing Arts
Adding big time heat to an already exciting smash Broadway theatrical season, ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel good- love story told through the hit songs of such iconic rockers as Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar and Whitesnake, will heighten the joy of the holiday season when Tony award Nominee Constantine Maroulis of “American Idol fame,†recreates his original Broadway role as Drew, opening Tuesday, December 28 playing through Sunday, January 9, presented by Florida Theatrical Association at Broward Center for the Performing arts
Coming direct from Broadway, Maroulis, who Rolling Stone declared “a perfect lead,†will reprise his acclaimed performance in the First National Tour of the five-time Tony Award® nominated smash-hit musical. Set in 1987 on Hollywood’s Sunset Strip where a small town girl meets a big city dreamer at L.A.’s most legendary rock club, they fall in love to the greatest songs of the “80s, including such iconic feel-good, sing-out loud songs as Every Rose Has its Thorn, I Wanna Know What Love Is, Here I Go Again, and Don’t Stop Believin’.
Other principals joining the party of the classic rock story of the decade include MiG Ayesa as Stacee Jaxx (Broadway: Burn The Floor; International: We Will Rock You; PBS’s Handel’s Messiah Rocks; CBS-TV’s Rockstar INXS), Nick Cordero as Dennis (Off-Broadway: Toxic Avenger), Rebecca Faulkenberry as Sherrie (High School Musical 1 (original cast); High School Musical 2 (original London cast), Patrick Lewallen as Lonny (National Tour: Jesus Christ Superstar), Teresa Stanley as Justice (Broadway: Purlie, Dreamgirls), Casey Tuma as Regina (Broadway/National Tour: Annie – 20th Anniversary), Bret Tuomi as Hertz (Regional: A Christmas Carol) and Travis Walker as Franz (Jeff Award-Winning production of Chess with Theo Ubique Cabaret). Rounding out the cast is ROCK OF AGES Page 2 Angela Brydon (Broadway: Wicked), Joey Calveri (Tours: Saturday Night Fever, Grease,) Daniel Luis Domenech (National Tour: Rent), Lindsay Janisse (Broadway: Wicked), Sean Jenness (Tour: 25th Anniversary of HAIR), Holly Laurent (National tours: The Wedding Singer and Hairspray), Lauralynn McClelland (Broadway: West Side Story), Rashad Naylor (Broadway: Hairspray), Josh Sassanella (Las Vegas: Mamma Mia!) and Erika Shannon (National Tour: West Side Story). ROCK OF AGES is directed by Tony Award Nominee Kristin Hanggi (Bare, Pussycat Dolls on the Sunset Strip) and choreographed by Kelly Devine (Jersey Boys – Associate Choreographer). The book is by Chris D’Arienzo (writer and director of the film Barry Munday), the original arrangements are by David Gibbs (Counting Crows, Film: That Thing You Do) and the Music Supervision, Arrangements & Orchestrations are by Ethan Popp (Tarzan; Europe: We Will Rock You, Mamma Mia).
Scenic design is by Beowulf Boritt (Spelling Bee, LoveMusik), costume design is by Tony Nominee Gregory Gale (Cyrano, The Wedding Singer), lighting design is by Jason Lyons (The Threepenny Opera), sound design is by Tony Nominee Peter Hylenski (Shrek), and projection design is by Zachary Borovay (A Catered Affair).
ROCK OF AGES opened on April 7, 2009 at Broadway’s Brooks Atkinson Theatre to critical acclaim, following an off Broadway engagement in the fall of 2008. The Broadway production was nominated for Five 2009 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, and New Line Records released the Original Broadway Cast Recording in July 2009, featuring 28 songs from the show. A New Line Cinema/Warner Bros. film of the musical, directed by Adam Shankman (Hairspray), is scheduled to be released in 2011.
ROCK OF AGES opened to rave reviews at the legendary Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto, Canada on May 11, 2010. It was also recently announced that ROCK OF AGES will head down under and open at the Comedy Theatre, Melbourne, Australia in April 2011.
ROCK OF AGES is produced by Matthew Weaver, Carl Levin, Jeff Davis, Barry Habib, Scott Prisand, Janet Billig Rich, Hillary Weaver, Relativity Media and The Araca Group.
FOR TOUR SIZZLE REEL VISIT: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tY-xJqQZ-o
ROCK OF AGES will begin on Tuesday, November 28th through Sunday, January 9th , 2011. Performances are Tuesday through Saturday evenings at 8:00pm and Sunday evenings at 7:30pm. Other holiday performances include Friday, December 31st at 7:00pm. Matinee performances are all Saturdays and Sundays and Wednesday, January 5th at 2:00pm. Ticket prices range from $25.00 to $65.00 and are now on sale at the Broward Center Box Office Monday through Friday 10AM – 5 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12 Noon – 5 PM and 1 ½ hours prior to show times; or on-line at www.broadwayacrossamerica.com; www.browardcenter.org; by phone 954-462-0222. Groups of 15 or more are invited to call 954-626-7814 or 954-462-0222.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ROCK OF AGES: www.RockofAgesMusical.com
BIOGRAPHIES:
CONSTANTINE MAROULIS (Drew) earned a Tony Award® nomination, Drama League Award nomination, Broadway.com’s Broadway Star of the Year 2009 Award for his performance in Rock of Ages. Broadway: The Wedding Singer. National tour: Rent (Roger). Off-Broadway: Rock of Ages, Jacques Brel. Regional: Williamstown. TV: “American Idol,†“The Bold and the Beautiful,†“The Tonight Show,†“Conan O’Brien,†“Ellen,†“Regis & Kelly,†“The View,†“The Soup†and contributed/hosted many “Idolâ€-related programs for FOX. Sold-out tours include Idols Live and his new solo endeavor A Night at the Rock Show, a celebration of the Rock Songbook. Various CDs available at www.constantinemaroulis.com. Training: Boston Conservatory.
MiG AYESA (Stacee Jaxx) Broadway: Burn the Floor. West End London: We Will Rock You, Rent, Thriller: Live!, Buddy. Australia/Asia: Fame, Grease, Rent, Music Of Andrew Lloyd Webber, West Side Story. Film: “Queen Of The Damned”. TV: “Rockstar: Inxs”, “Handel’s Messiah Rocks”, “So You Think You Can Danceâ€, “THE FERALS”. Self-titled CD through Decca/Universal. Upcoming CD. www.mig-music.com. ROCK OF AGES Page 3 NICK CORDERO (Dennis) was last seen Off-Broadway where he created the title character in the Outer Critics Circle Award winning Toxic Avenger Musical. Regional credits include Evita (Che), The Last Five Years (Jaime), Blood Brothers (Sammy). www.nickcordero.com , www.themeansmusic.com
REBECCA FAULKENBERRY (Sherrie) The Bermuda native’s theatre includes: Aunt Dan and Lemon (Royal Court), The Shape of Things (RADA), High School Musical 1 (Hammersmith Apollo) and 2 (Fox Theatre), The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Royal Family, Slow Dance with a Hot Pick Up, Smoke on the Mountain. TV/Film; “Doctors†(BBC1)
PATRICK LEWALLEN (Lonny) A proud Kansas City native and KU graduate, Patrick enjoys home cooking and classic rock music – especially Queen! Patrick should undergo IV therapy for his severe Pepsi addiction. He is an experienced beer-pong player and loves sports – Go Jayhawks, Chiefs and Royals. www.patricklewallen.com
TERESA STANLEY (Justice/Mother) Broadway: Purlie, Into The Woods, Ain’t Misbehaving, Dreamgirls, and The Color Purple.
CASEY TUMA (Regina) Broadway/National Tour: Annie – 20th Anniversary. Regional: High School Musical 2 (Atlanta TOTS and North Shore MT), Barefoot in the Park (HSN @ The Kennedy), All Shook Up (Media Theatre), The Music Man (Lenape Regional PAC). PSU MT Alum!
BRET TUOMI (Hertz) Notable credits include Fezziwig in A Christmas Carol with The Goodman Theatre, Macduff in Macbeth with Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival and Leo in Leading Ladies with Montana Repertory Theatre.
TRAVIS WALKER (Franz) is psyched to have his first tour be RoA! An actor out of Chicago, his most recent credits include Sweet and Hot: A Harold Arlen Revue and the Jeff Award-Winning production of Chess with Theo Ubique Cabaret. He’s also worked with AboutFace Theatre and Hubris Productions.
ANGELA BRYDON (Waitress #1, Ensemble) Broadway: Footloose and Wicked. Off Broadway: Fame on 42nd Street. Regional: All Shook Up, Nights on Broadway, Finian’s Rainbow, Zorba, Golden Boy. Television: Tony Awards, MTV video music awards, “The View,†“One Life to Live†and “A Dream Come True; Michael Jackson’s 30th Anniversary Celebration†at Madison Square Garden. Appeared in various commercials, voice over’s and industrials.
JOEY CALVERI (Joey Primo/ Ensemble) We Will Rock You Las Vegas (Galileo), Saturday Night Fever (Tony), Trip Of Love (Peter), West Side Story (Action), Grease (Kenickie). Other: Hair (Berger), Annie (Rooster).
DANIEL LUIS DOMENECH (Swing) A Long Island native, he joins the show from Los Angeles, CA where he’s been working in TV and film choreography on projects like, Step Brothers, Semi Pro, Tropic Thunder, Fame 2009, the Oscars and the MTV Movie Awards. Wonderland original cast (Knight/Jack u.s.), Sister Act the Musical, original cast (Dinero), Rent, National tour (Paul/Angel u.s.), Altar Boyz (Juan), The Who’s Tommy (Tommy), Jesus Christ Superstar (Judas).
LINDSAY JANISSE (Young Groupie) Broadway and Los Angeles: Wicked.
SEAN JENNESS (Ensemble, Male Booth Singer) — recent theatrical credits include the Southern Captain in The Civil War in Washington DC and Chucky/Adam in the Carnegie Hall production of Jerry Springer:The Opera. Regional: Almost Heaven (world premiere, Hair, American Duet. National tours: Hair (Woof) and Tommy (Pinball Lad). He has fronted some of the most popular (and wildly diverse) bands in the Northeast, including The Doug Flutie Band. www.theseanjenness.com
HOLLY LAURENT (Swing) National tours: The Wedding Singer and Hairspray.
LAURALYNN McCLELLAND (Constance, Ensemble) Broadway: West Side Story, Grease.
RASHAD NAYLOR (Mayor, Ensemble) Broadway: Thad in original company of Hairspray, also played Seaweed and made Broadway history as the only Male Dynamite. Other favorites: Scarecrow in Des McAnuff’s The Wiz; Sammy Davis Jr. in Rat Pack Live from Vegas; Barry Belson in Jersey Boys.
JOSH SASSANELLA (Swing) favorite credits: Mamma Mia! (Las Vegas), Smokey Joe’s Cafe (Music Theatre Wichita), High School Musical 2 (World Premiere, Fox Theatre Atlanta), and RENT (Forestburgh Theatre).
ERIKA SHANNON (Swing) Tours: West Side Story (Swing), Saturday Night Fever (Swing/Annette) Fame (Serena). Film/TV: It’s Complicated, “30 Rockâ€, “Ugly Bettyâ€, L’Oreal.
Manny Castro Memorial Benefit
December 16, 7p-10p
Clevelander Hotel
1020 Ocean Drive
Special Entertainment
Silent Auction
Raffle and Prizes
All proceeds going to Manny’s four children
Almost one year ago, Miami Beach’s hospitality industry lost one of its own in a tragic automobile accident on his way home from work. Cayetano “Manny†Castro, Director of Safety at the Clevelander Hotel and Essex House was an integral part of not only the Clevelander and Essex House family, but also the South Florida community as a whole. In honor of his memory and in celebration of his life, the Clevelander Hotel will be hosting a memorial benefit on Thursday, December 16, 2010 at 7pm. Join us for special entertainment, an amazing raffle, an exclusive silent auction and much more!
Unlock The Magic Of Miami
Junior League of Miami Celebrates Community Leaders at Festive Fundraiser
The Four Seasons Hotel
Friday, Dec. 10 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Miami Magic tickets are $150 per person and $1,500 for a table of 10.
For more information or to purchase Miami Magic event and raffle tickets, visit www.jlmiami.org.
The Junior League of Miami (JLM) is celebrating Miami and honoring those who make the city magical at a festive holiday fundraiser at the Four Seasons Hotel on Friday, Dec. 10 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. This year’s Miami Magic will be emceed by NBC reporter Jeff Burnside and will feature tasty mojitos by Ron Atlantico, wine and champagne by Barefoot, and dinner and dancing under the stars. Proceeds benefit projects of JLM, an organization of approximately 1,000 women dedicated to the empowerment of Miami’s women, children and families.
“Miami Magic is a wonderful event that is open to everyone in the community. It celebrates the spirit of our great city, all while raising funds for JLM’s community projects,†says Loretta Nido, JLM President. “We will honor five remarkable people who, in line with the mission of JLM, have had a huge impact on the lives of women and children and we are thrilled to recognize their outstanding work.â€
The five honorees that JLM will pay tribute to are agriculturist and philanthropist Swanee and Paul Dimare, successful trial attorney and restaurateur, James L Ferraro, former Miami Herald publisher and early childhood development specialist David Lawrence Jr., and founder of popular South Florida online e-newsletter Just Ask Boo, Boo Zamek.
Throughout the evening, guests will also have an opportunity to try their luck at winning 15 amazing raffle packages including a 7-night Royal Caribbean Cruise, a 2-night stay at the popular Hawk’s Cay Resort, a sports package that includes a Dwayne Wade autographed plaque, a golf foursome at the Biltmore, tickets to the Sony Ericsson, and gorgeous jewels by H & H Jewelry among many others.
Sponsors include Greenberg Traurig, Marlene & George Karavetsos, Erin Knight, Legon Ponce & Fofiman, PA, Loretta and Miguel Nido, April and Jason Pizzo, Sears Family, White & Case, Amicon Construction Services, Philip W. George, Fidelity National Title, Vicky & Bert Hucks, Meland Russin Budwick Attorneys at Law, Mary Young and Smoothie King.
The Junior League of Miami, founded in 1926, is an organization of approximately 1,000 women sharing a common vision to empower Miami’s women, children, and families to conquer tomorrow’s challenges and to build a united community. The mission of the Junior League of Miami is to promote voluntarism, develop the potential of women and improve communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The Junior League concentrates its resources to make a significant impact on our community within the areas of homelessness, family violence, early childhood education, children’s & women’s health and foster care. This year, in addition to providing $100,000 in direct funding, another $600,000 in volunteer hours will be dedicated to the community for projects that address our five focus areas. For more information, visit www.jlmiami.org.
Miami Music Television
Miami Music Television (MMTV) is a music reality show from box office to backstage.
Broadcast Saturday night into 1.5 million homes locally in Miami on ABC television WPLG Ch 10.
Miami Music Television is the premiere showcase for Miami’s great fountain of talent.
The show will be featuring musicians, bands and performers in all styles of music from the South Florida market along with celebrity appearances and interviews from the South Beach music scene.
Miami Music television will have local radio DJs and TV personalities as hosts and hostesses.
The season premiere will be late prime time Saturday night 1/1/2011 at 1am Est. on ABC television WPLG Ch 10 Miami Florida.
We have gathered some great iterviews with a lot of celebs for the show. (just interviewed Rick Ross and Julian Lennon plus many more. See website for list of upcoming interviews)
We are starting the filming of our 8 week season on ABC television WPLG Ch 10 here in Miami.
We are filming at TheTalent Farm Studios in Pembroke Pines. on Tue Dec 7th.
We are filming the 7,8,9,13,14,15,16 of Dec 2010 starting at around 7pm.
We have a box office open on the www.MiamiMusicTelevision.com website and want people to go and buy tickets for the show tapings.
The audience is part of the show.
Red Dot Art Fair in Midtown Miami on Saturday, December 4, 2010.
Red Dot Art Fair strives to create a fair for galleries specializing in emerging, mid-career and established artists that seek to present work of lasting value and beyond current trends. Under the direction of Red Dot owner George Billis, approximately 40 international modern and contemporary art galleries will feature painting, photography, sculpture and works on paper.
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Scope Art Fair and Art Asiain Midtown Miami on Saturday, December 4, 2010. Â We have been going to Scope Art Fair since it was in the Townhouse on Miami Beach and loved it then and love it now. Â It has such amazing works of art and great selection.
Scope Art Fair that has established its name by curating cutting-edge contemporary art from around the world proudly returned to Miami for its tenth year.
Art Asia, the premier international Asian contemporary art fair returned to Miami for its third edition.
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Art Miami in Midtown Miami on Saturday, December 4, 2010. Â This has got to be one of my favorite shows in the past and it did not disappoint me this year. Â I saw such amazing art at this fair, I think this year might just be better than last year.
Art Miami showcases the best in modern and contemporary art from 100 international art galleries and prominent art institutions.Art Miami, Miami’s longest running contemporary art fair, once again electrify the city from December 1 – December 5, 2010. As the anchor art fair to the city of Miami, the fair  returned with a compelling array of modern and contemporary artwork from over 100 international galleries and prominent art institutions. Art Miami was held in a state-of-the-art 100,000 square foot pavilion in Midtown Miami’s burgeoning Wynwood Arts District.
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Fill Your Stockings At The Holiday Bazaar Extravaganza Presented By Co’coon Body
Wednesday, December 8th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Blue Martini in Mary Brickell Village, located at 900 S. Miami Ave.
Guests are asked to kindly RSVP at www.cocoonbody.com/rsvp
Get all your holiday shopping done with the help of Co’Coon Body
‘Tis the season for chic shopping’ at the Co’Coon Body (www.cocoonbody.com) Holiday Bazaar Extravaganza on Wednesday, December 8th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Blue Martini in Mary Brickell Village, located at 900 S. Miami Ave.
Avoid the long lines at the stores and get your holiday shopping done early. Enjoy discounts on the hottest holiday items from Co’Coon Body; Elite Fitness Connection; Robbie Lip Gloss; Cocoa Couture Miami; TAudrey; Soy Delicious Moisturizing Candles; earthandsugar; Razzledazzle Barbershop and Mizmi Label by Danittza Zimic. These participating vendors are ready to help guests choose from a variety of gift ideas.
Upon arriving at the Holiday Bazaar Extravaganza, guests will immediately discover that this section of Mary Brickell Village has magically been transformed into a Holiday setting. Models dressed in Co’Coon Body shapewear and extravagant Holiday costumes will welcome guests from a see through mobile truck the minute they step foot in Mary Brickell Village. Mobile truck sponsored by Go Big Adz.
Guests will be happy to know that they will be shopping for a cause. Proceeds from the evening’s sales will benefit Strong Women Strong Girls of Miami, the nationally recognized mentoring program dedicated to raising the aspirations and self-esteem of elementary school girls.
This event is being hosted by Annie Vazquez, NBC Miami.com’s fashion & shopping writer; Jeile Marie of goLIVEmiami.com; Susset Cabrera, Director of Miami Beats and Sazon; Rebecca Salgado, fashion & style writer for Gables Home Page and Miami New Times’ Cultist Blog and Nikki Novo, Daily Candy Miami Editor.
The event is complimentary and includes hors d’ oeuvres and two drinks courtesy of Blue Martini. Gentlemen will enjoy complimentary shoe shines provided by Razzledazzle Barbershop Brickell. Special thanks to our event partners: Mary Brickell Village, Blue Martini Brickell and Vitamin C Communications.
Valet, meter and garage parking is available.
About Co’Coon Body Co’Coon Body offers “true compression†shapewear designed to help women look and feel their best. Co’Coon has been a leader in the textile industry for over 18 years. They pride themselves in creating garments that are suitable for women from all walks of life. Co’Coon offers products specialized in balancing the body’s energy, promoting weight loss and garments for post aesthetic surgery. We invite you to check out their great products at www.cocoonbody.com.
For more information on this event, please email info@nat-pr.com. For media inquiries, please contact Natalie Leon at Natalie.leon@nat-pr.com or call 786-537- 0751.
Florida Entertainment Summit Fashion Day
December 10th, 2010, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Club Play
Club Play, 1045 5th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Website.
Recording artist, entrepreneur and philanthropist Trian will host the first annual Florida Entertainment Summit Fashion Day on December 10th, 2010. Trina’s Diamond Doll Foundation, the Florida Entertainment Summit and Kim’s Closet Boutique will exhibit this season’s most fashion forward trends while collecting toys for children in need.Come out for a night of fashion, music and celebrities, all for a great cause. Proceeds will benefit Trina’s 3rd Annual Jingle Bell Toy Drive and the Miami-Dade County Foster and Adoptive Parent Association. Complimentary admission with a new unwrapped toy.
Ana G. Méndez University System invites you to its December Cultural Conversations
El Sistema Universitario Ana G. Méndez lo invita a su Coloquio Cultural de Diciembre
12/14/2010, 7:00 PM
Ana G. Méndez University System Miramar Campus
Miramar Park of Commerce
3520 Enterprise Way
Miramar, FL 33025
www.suagm.edu/southflorida
Rodrigo de la Luz young writers of the Cuban exile and he will vising our campus to share his publications and talk about the beauty of hispanic language and literature. Please join us to enjoy exquisite prose and have a coffee among friends!
Pet Photos With Santa At Dadeland Mall For One Night Only
Thursday, December 9, 2010
8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Dadeland Mall (Center Court)
7535 N. Kendall Drive, Miami, FL 33156
Dadeland Mall invites families to bring their favorite furry friends to the mall for a fun and unique photo opportunity with Santa, sponsored by My Pet Boutique. Limited to dogs and cats.
Photo prices vary.
The City of Hialeah Cultural Affairs Council Presents
Youth Art Festival
January 10-14, 2011
Art Display for one week
Awards ceremony on Friday, January 14, at 6:30 pm
Reception for the artists and their families
JFK Library
To showcase Hialeah’s talented artists
Sponsors: JFK Library
Communications & Special Events
Age groups: Middle school students of Hialeah and participants in the Parks and Recreation Art program.
*1-2 students will represent each school, in each grade level
Prizes: 1st 2nd 3rd place cash award for each grade (6, 7, 8)
Category: Fine Arts
Art Media: Acrylic, Oil, Water Color, Ink, Pencil or Mixed Media
Guidelines: An exhibit entered by a student, must be created and worked on by the student with out the help of others:
Canvas size should not exceed 16†X 20â€
Artwork must be framed
Student must provide own easel and ID card for the exhibition of their artwork clearly typed and displayed on back of artwork
Deadline: Registration confirmation must be received by January 7, 2011
Fax application 305-883-5814
Contact Communication & Special Events Department (305) 889-5701
(When leaving message identify: school name, contact person and phone number)
Children Invited To Celebrate The Magic Of The Holiday Season At The Falls
Saturday, December 11, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
The Falls (Center Court)
8888 SW 136th Street, Miami, FL 33176
Free festive, family-fun activities and a visit by Santa await families
Families are invited to celebrate the joys of the holiday season during the Simon Kidgits Club’s Cookies with Santa Celebration at The Falls. Children will enjoy a visit by Santa, where they can munch on cookies and milk. In addition, attendees will also have the opportunity to write a letter to Santa, decorate gift bags, enjoy live entertainment and more. Kidgits members will receive a complimentary Despicable Me hat (while supplies last).
Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ShopTheFalls.
The Simon Kidgits Club’s “Cookies with Santa†Celebration is free to members and non-members alike; however, families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for a membership fee of $5. Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits.
The Only Production In North America Purring Away Returns To Fort Lauderdale In Time For The Holidays – Opening A Limited 5 Performance Run, December 17- 19 Presented By Florida Theatrical Association At Broward Center For The Performing Arts
December 17 to 19, 2010
Just in time for holiday vacation, “CATS†the “now and forever†show as it came to be known, the show that revolutionized musical theatre is coming to Broward Center for the Performing Arts for 5 performances December 17 to 19, 2010. Tickets are available at the Broward Center Box Office Monday to Friday 10AM – 5 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12 Noon – 5pm and 1 ½ hours prior to show times; or online at www.broadwayacrossamerica.com; www.browardcenter.org; via phones 954-462-0222 or 800-982-2787. Groups of 15 or more are invited to call 954-626-7814 or 954-462-0222.
Produced by CATS-Eye, LLC, the national tour of CATS is the only production in North America sanctioned by Andrew Lloyd Webber. With original direction by Trevor Nunn and choreography by Gillian Lynne this is the CATS credited with the British invasion of Broadway. The national tour of CATS is closing in on its 30th anniversary, holding its place as the longest continuously touring Broadway musical in history.
On May 11, 1981, CATS opened at the New London Theatre in the West End. Eight years later it celebrated its first important milestone: after 3,358 performances CATS became the longest running musical in the history of British theatre. CATS played its final performance on its 21st birthday, May 11, 2002.
CATS opened on Broadway October 7, 1982 at the Winter Garden Theatre in New York City and continued to live up to its motto “Now and Forever.” On June 19, 1997, CATS became the longest running musical on Broadway. It ended its 18 year run on September 10, 2000 with 7,485 performances. That record was broken by The Phantom of the Opera on January 9, 2006 when Phantom celebrated its 7,486th curtain.
Based on T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, and with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, CATS won seven 1983 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Lighting and Best Costumes.
In October of 1991 CATS became the longest continuously touring show in American theatre history. Five continents, 26 countries, over eight and a half million audience members and almost 30 years later, CATS is still America’s most loved family musical. Celebrating not only its Broadway touring legacy but the birth of the musical spectacular, CATS is still revolutionary and awe inspiring.
Now that it was been seen by millions of audience members worldwide, it is time to celebrate with the whole family the magic, the mystery, the wonder of CATS.
Create a special ‘memory’ one more time.
CATS will begin on Friday, December 17 and run through Sunday, December 19, 2010. Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00pm and Sunday evenings at 7:30pm. Matinee performances are Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm. Ticket prices range from $24.00 to $62.00 and are now on sale at the Broward Center Box Office Monday through Friday 10AM – 5 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12 Noon – 5 PM and 1 ½ hours prior to show times; or on-line at www.broadwayacrossamerica.com; www.browardcenter.org; via phones (954) 462-0222 or 800-982-2787. Groups of 15 or more are invited to call 954-626-7814 or 954-462-0222.
Pepvert & Friends: Italian Girls – A VISUAL EXPERIENCE
Saturday – December 11th, 9pm
Soho Studios – SAPAL @ Wynwood Convention Center
2136 NW 1st Avenue
Miami, FL
Join MTV this Saturday for “Art Walk After Hours”
Pepvert created 5 songs, his Friends created 5 videos.
Featuring Filmmakers/Directors:
Trevor Lafarque – “Umbriaâ€
José De Las Casas – “Again F****d Up“
Stephanie Fonticiella – “Back To Point Oneâ€
Christopher Diaz – “Lies To Londonâ€
Michael Dagnery & Michael Anderez (co-directors) – “Stretch Armstrongâ€
Live Visual Mixing by:
Felicia Carlisle
Jillian Mayer
Juan Carlos Zaldivar
TM Sisters
Music by Pepvert from the release Italian Girls
Please join us for The Motivational Edge Holiday Party
December 17th from 6pm-11pm
Surfcomber Hotel
1717 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL, 33139
RSVP by calling 305.350.3950 or email Info@TheMotivationalEdge.com
A minimum donation of $10- gives you the chance to Win A 2 Night Stay At The Surfcomber!
Valet Parking: $10
Join us for an amazing evening of great music, cocktails and FREE Hors d’Å“uvre’s to support the underprivileged children of The Motivational Edge!
Performances By: “The Big Bounce” -Brendan O’hara and Komakozie! Jordan Robinson and Studio MAC Jam Band!
Special Performance By Henry Isasi- High Sky!
Sounds by DJ Vidal, DJ Foxx & Wasabi!
The guest list is comprised of philanthropists, leaders from various community organizations, family foundations, business owners and like minded individuals.
“You make a living by what you get; you make a life by what you give.”
www.themotivationaledge.com
We will also be introducing: South Florida Association Of Nonprofits
Initiated by Ian Welsch, Founder and CEO of The Motivational Edge and Erica French, COO of Educate Tomorrow, helps nonprofits and its members increase awareness, donations and referrals, wh…ile also targeting cost effective services for all involved, bettering the communities of South Florida.
www.sflnonprofits.org
“Opportunity, The Best Gift A Child Can Receive”
If you can’t make it to the event and would like to make a donation, you can do so online here.
The sixth edition of the Pool Art Fair went underway at the Carlton Hotel. It is the only exhibition to present great, unprecedented artists during Art Basel Miami Beach.
The simple, modest approach of the Pool Art Fair offered an exciting alternative to the “Art Fair” experience for dealers and collectors as well as the general public. Pool’s purpose is to create a meeting ground for outstanding artists, primarily those who do not yet have gallery representation. The organization is committed to present to the world talented artists that do not yet have representation. This fair offered artists the opportunity to be part of the unique and important cultural environment that manifests during Art Basel Miami Beach. It was also the opportunity for gallery owners, curators, and other art enthusiasts to discover artists that are not shown in the other art fairs.
Exhibiting artists use the hotel guest rooms to display their work creating a unique and personal setting. They shared their most recent works with the public.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
Lincoln Road is known for its tourist attractions, its shops and also for its galleries. I ventured to Miami Beach to see what galleries I can see on this very popular street. As I made my way on Lincoln Road, I noticed that there were a lot of street performers and artists taking advantage that its Art Basel week to show off their artistic qualities for the snow bird tourists as there were more than many this week.
One of the street artists that I encountered had two wonderful art works on canvas. Both artworks were zebra-shaped designed but if you look closely, it had a woman’s silhouette on it which made it amazing to look at. The canvases were life-size and the artists were very pleasant to be with. These and other street art performers and artists rely on generosity to help them get by day by day but are talented in the same way.
I came upon Romero Britto Gallery in the 800 block were the gallery was having an open house exhibition. I totally forgot about Romero Britto and haven’t been there in such a long while so I ventured in. I noticed there were many new pieces that the artist had on displayed. There was even a car on the gallery premises a la Romero Britto. It was a cool site. Obviously, since we were in holiday season, Romero Britto did not forget to display his holiday artwork. I so love to come to this gallery as I never know what to expect.
After Romero Britto, I made my way to CAMPER to explore their new store on 1006 Lincoln Road. Since I missed their store launch party the night before for obvious reasons, I wanted to check it out for myself since I was in the area. CAMPER is a new shoe store designed by Spanish industrial and product designer, Marti Guixe. One of his collaborative design books were also on display at the store. The design was original indeed. As one walks in, the rows of shoes welcomes you. Towards the back, there was another tucked away section displaying another collection of shoes. The store was amazing and not to be missed.
Coming back to the 800 block I noticed ArtCenter/South Florida was exhibiting their current installation, “Good N’ Plenty.” Since I almost missed this gallery completely, I went in. This is a group exhibition that spotlighted ArtCenter artists from the first year that the non-profit organization’s doors were opened in 1984. Artists including Gavin Perry, Luis Gispert, William Cordova, Beatriz Monteavaro, Ellie Schneiderman and more illustrated how ArtCenter influenced their work and this community over the past 25 years.
As I left Lincoln Road, I realized nothing has changed just more people on the roads for Art Basel. The galleries never ceased to amazed me that there is great art talent in South Florida.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
I returned to Design District and concentrated my night of gallery hopping to this wonderful artsy area. So many galleries to see in so little time! Miami Magazine hosted a special event at Avant Gallery showcasing many of the current works. Lots of contemporary furniture and designs for one’s room. As I came out of Avant Gallery, I noticed some flashing lights next door so I ventured in. It the flash of the photographers.
This gallery’s theme of the night was fashion and photography as models were dressed in lovely evening attire and posed for professional photographers for a shoot. Designated areas around the gallery were set up in order for the photographers to do their shoot. Every 10 minutes a different model came out with a different attire making every photo shoot interesting.
I stopped in for a bit at Poltrona Frau to see the TRON Armchair presented by Cappellini and Walt Disney Signature designed by Dror Benshetrit for Cappellini during Design Miami 2010. Cappellini introduces a special range of unique arm chairs, inspired by the soon-to-be-released Walt Disney Pictures film TRON: Legacy. These armchairs will be individually hand-finished – each uniquely designed- by Dror Benshetrit who pays homage to the digital landscape of the Outlands terrain in TRON: Legacy.
Fendi Casa was not too far away and did not want to miss a great party and exhibition. Therefore, I ventured on. Luxury Living hosted a private cocktail reception celebrating the debut of the Miami Design District showroom’s conversion during Art Basel 2010.
Featuring high-end home living goods by both international luxury brands Fendi Casa and Kenzo Maison, Luxury Living offered guests the opportunity to explore its unique collection of stylish home décor ranging from armchairs and chaise-lounges to consoles and accent tables. Additional wares include terrace furnishings by Fendi Outdoor – and even a complementary attraction provided by Prestige Imports – Lamborghini Miami.
I was not too interested in Chinese art but there was a gallery on my way to NE 2nd Avenue that caught my eye. I don’t remember the name at this point but when I entered the gallery, I was amazed of the beautiful Chinese art that it housed. Big sculptures and detailed pieces aligned the gallery all around. Many art pieces along with very detailed art works made me a fan of Chinese art.
As I continued my stroll, the big balloons caught my eyes. It was Rainbow City! This is an environmental installation addressing the potency of interaction, ritual and play inspired by Holi, a festival effectuated by Hindu. FriendsWithYou presented a vibrant collection of mutable, air filled sculptures. The installation encouraged visitors to be active and explore-subsequently, inventing their own ritual. It was a very nice exhibition from outside. However, the lines were long therefore I ventured next door where I could see the exhibition in a more wider perspective without getting trampled on.
After visiting other galleries around NE 2nd Avenue, I came down NE 40th Street. I went to a Hope For Haiti event where many guests enjoyed the art and performance by Haitian artists. Haiti Art Expo 2010 demonstrated the visionary power of Haitian visual art that has continued to command international attention. This stunning collection of fine arts is comprised of a variety of media, objects d’art and photography. The exhibition featured top works from the world-famous contemporary art master, Philippe Dodard, as well as many works by renown Haitian artists such as Levoy Exil, Payas, Alix Roy and Lousiane. Extremely talented, up-and-coming Haitian artists such as Sully Gutemberg and Manuel Mathieu will also be featured.
One hundred percent of art sale proceeds will benefit the refugees and artists who have lost their homes in the tragic earthquake. United Way of Miami-Dade is serving as fiscal agent for Haiti Art Expo. The event did not get packed until 30 minutes after I have gotten in. A very popular place to be. To my surprise, tennis superstar, Venus Williams made a special appearance to this event as she made her way throughout the venue and chatted with friends and supporters.
Design District was full of life and vibrance on this day. I could not believe how packed the streets were and how busy the night was for the restaurant as many patrons took the opportunity to dine locally. It was definitely an Art Basel night in Design District.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
Oceanfront at Collins and Surfcomber presents Janinne Alter and Pablo Ricatta on Friday, December 3, 2010.
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Art Basel in Wynwood on Friday, December 3, 2010.  First we went to Miami’s Independent Thinkers Art Basel 2010 Satellite Fair at Casa Wynwood and I have to say this is an awesome fair,  you guys have really out done yourself this year.  The art is amazing and they had The State of playing live (one of my favorite bands).  Second we went to Art’s for a Better World After Hours at SAPAL Soho Studios. Then we walked to Cafeina but on the way we stopped and had a AWESOME hot dog from Doggi Style on the street, one of the best hot dogs ever.  We made it to Cafeina for Artful Big Top, a beautiful crowd and great art.
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Gartel Couture Art to Wear Premiere at Nikki Beach on Friday, December 3, 2010. Â Wow what beautiful fashion, I wanted one of each.
Digital Media Artist GARTEL changes his “canvas†to high couture and will reveal his latest creation of “Art-to-Wear†custom outfits. GARTEL’s Computer Generated imagery has been challenging the world for the past three decades beckoning all to say, “how does it do it?†The catwalk will be filled with light and flowing fabrics from dresses to bathing suits.
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Haute Living, SwizzBeatz and Dom Perigon for the launch of  Mr. Brainwash’s installation Under Construction on Friday, December 3, 2010. This was an amazing event, food was awesome and the art work so cool, I just loved the pink paint covered elephants.
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The Young Patrons of American Friends of the Louvre, Miami Art Museum Contemporaries and Quintessentially celebrate XXXX Magazine Voyeur Issue at Boulan South Beach on Friday, December 3, 2010.
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Prestigious gallery from Dusseldorf/Toronto opens in Wynwood
GALERIE-LAUSBERG: Dusseldorf/Toronto/Miami
During Art Basel December 2010:
Saturday 4, open 12 noon to 10 pm
Sunday 5, open 12 noon to 9 pm
Galerie-Lausberg – Miami:
1929 NW 1st Avenue, Miami FL 33136
WYNWOOD ART DISTRICT
Current Miami exhibition:
Michael Burges / Hebert Mehler
Reverse Glass Painting / Curved
On view from November 27th to January 17th
www.galerie-lausberg.com
Galerie-Lausberg was first founded in Dusseldorf, Germany, by Bernd A. Lausberg and today has two more branches, one in Toronto , Canada, and one in Miami, USA. The gallery serves as a forum for innovators in the field of contemporary art. Critical to the gallery´s choice of artists is the individual artist´s unnerving striving to establish new directions within established genres. This applies to those artists that are productive on and beyond the edge of the boundaries of painting, figure drawing, and sculpture as well as those whose conceptual and thematic creations serve as a bridge between 3-dimensional form and art of an installation character, or whose manifestation itself is a result of a particular engaged artistic and creative calling. New media, materials and techniques are welcome ingredients in this quest to enhance or broaden traditional means of perceiving art.
Galerie-Lausberg represents more than 35 international artists from diverse media and genre, who have in common their unique creativity, power for innovation and technical excellence, together with a consistent conception and visual approach.
Galerie-Lausberg is pleased to present for its first Miami exhibition two unique artists: Michael Burges / Reverse Glass Paintings and Hebert Mehler / Curved with an exquisite display that pleases our eyes and souls.
Michael Burges (b. Duesseldorf, Germany, in 1954):
His works are painted on the reverse of a glass surface with a vivid palette that sometimes indulges in tones of the same color or creates contrasts with a metallic gold or silver background. in other works equilibrate polychrome compositions attract the viewers’ eyes. Burges’ use of white and black reminds the beginning and end of color. He rises above the expressive quality of abstraction adding to it the innovative element of glass reverse painting, making his canvas brilliant and multidimensional. His balanced composition with the metallic background become a contemporary piece plentiful of luxury and refinement. In the artist’s words: his painting are created to have extraordinary color presence and impact, yet they do not intend a narrative meaning. Before personal interpretation, they are painted simulations of natural patterns. The background reality of our world, like a “visual sound” of potential macro and microcosmic structures. In this sense they are painterly analysis of phenomena, and at the same time an exploration of our interpretive perceptions.
Herbert Mehler (b. Steinau near Fulda, Germany, in 1949):
With a contrast between the organic and the geometric Mehler’s works highlight the geometric foundation of life form. Moreover, this contrast is insinuated by the sensual curves of the sculptures that extraordinarily oppose with the hard surfaces of the material in which the sculptures are done (Corten steel, welded and patinated). From far these artworks may look soft and light almost as a flower or shell like. From a closer look they attract you so much that you won’t stop to admire and enjoy them, wanting to touch them. Mehler’s sculptures accomplish the unique goal of defying gravity and logical order giving the most pleasurable feeling as you are confronted with their illusion of lightness and a vision of beauty. According to the exhibition catalogue: the idea behind Herbert Mehler’s sculptures is nature, the plant world, fruits and seeds. They appear to transform the weight of metal into soft and seemingly light shapes. Their rhythmic and fan-like structures at the same time is strongly suggestive if architectural and technical forms. This ambivalence makes his works so captivating.
The Clevelander Experience!
December 3 – 9, 2010
Friday, December 3, 2010
Drink Specials
Miller Light $5
Coors Light $5
Grey Goose Berry Lemonade $9.50
Unplug & Unwind with Joshua Stedman
8pm – 1020 Lounge
Happy Hour Drinks & $5 Munchie Menu
Carnivale
9:30pm – Pool + Patio
Fire Show, Samba Dancers, Contortionists and More!
Sessions
10pm – 1020 Lounge
Hosted by Radio 4 by 4
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Drink Specials
Bud/Bud Light Pitcher $12
Bud/Bud Light/Landshark Bucket 6 for $25
Grey Goose Berry Lemonade $9.50
Fantasy Party
1pm – C-Level
Splash
3pm – Pool + Patio
Sexiest Pool Party on Ocean Drive!
Atlanta Hawks @ Miami Heat
7:30p – Game On! Sports Bar
Try our Habanero “Heat Wings & LeBroshAde!
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Drink Specials
Bud/Bud Light Pitcher $12
Bud/Bud Light/Landshark Bucket 6 for $25
Gentleman Jack & Coke $8
Cleveland Browns @ Miami Dolphins
1pm – Property Wide
***Rockstar Rewards Members: Free Pitcher of Bud or Bud Light & Raffle for Jack Daniel’s Grill***
Temptress
3pm – Pool + Patio
Live Body Art Show
SOULcentriCITY Sundays
8pm – C-Level
Sunkissed melodies and tasty treats
Monday, December 6, 2010
Drink Specials
Bud/Bud Light Pitcher $12
Bud/Bud Light/Landshark Bucket 6 for $25
Gentleman Jack & Coke $8
Miami Heat @ Milwaukee Bucks
8p – Game On! Sports Bar
Try our Habanero “Heat Wings & LeBroshAde!
Monday Night Football
8:30p – Game On! Sports Bar
New York Jets @ New England Patriots
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Drink Specials
Presidente Draft $5.50
Presidente Light Bottle $5.50
Sweet & Sour Envy $7.50
Dolls, Dames & Delights
9pm – Pool + Patio
The Sexiest Burlesque Variety Show
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Drink Specials
Presidente Draft $5.50
Presidente Light Bottle $5.50
Ketel One Lemonade Cocktail $6.50
Ketel One Lemonade Pitcher $35
Miami Heat @ Utah Jazz
9pm – Game On! Sports Bar
Try our Habanero “Heat” Wings & LeBroshAde!
Rock On! with Stalking Mildred
8pm – Pool + Patio
Party to the best rock music has to offer
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Drink Specials
Peroni $5
Blue Moon $5
Clevelander Rang Tango $7.50
Now Playing with Ruffhouse
8pm – Pool + Patio
Playing the best in R+B and Contemporary Music
Indianapolis Colts @ Tennessee Titans
8:20p – Game On! Sports Bar
Scope For Haiti
Russell Simmons
Michael Capponi and Anna Mixon
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Cocktail reception at SCOPE
The Haitian art is only on exhibition at Haiti Art Expo
5:30PM-7:30PM
2136 NW 1st Avenue
Miami, FL 33127
Haiti Art Expo
8PM-Midnight
at Mosaic Building in the Miami Design District
161 NE 40th Street
Miami, FL 33137
RSVP@capponigroup.com, 305-695-4410
Thank you to all of you who joined us last night for our opening night. It was a wonderful evening and had an overwhelming response.
For everyone who could not make it (and those who would like to return), please join me along with Jeff Feldman, Anna Mixon and Special Appearance by Russell Simmons for SCOPE FOR HAITI Saturday evening.
This joint event affords Haitian artists a unique opportunity to present their works to an international audience.
Scope For Haiti
All SCOPE VIP cardholders are invited to a reception in the SCOPE Pavilion lounge to celebrate Haiti Art Expo. Please join us for a cocktail reception, followed by hors d’oeuvres provided by Roberta’s, from 5:30pm-7:30pm.
Afterwards, please join us at Haiti Art Expo for a cocktail reception hosted by Michael Capponi & Anna Mixon from 8pm -12 midnight. Special appearance by Russell Simmons and performance by 16 piece band Rara Lakey. United Way will earmark the proceeds for the refugees and artists who have lost their homes in the tragic earthquake. Our goal is to raise $150,000 in art sales. Please come to appreciate the beautiful works of these Haiti artists as they work to overcome their hardships.
Official SCOPE for Haiti After Party will be held at LIV Nightclub at Fontainebleau with Erick Morillo and Rony Seikaly.
You are invited to a VIP Art Exhibit
Saturday 12/04/2010 from 6pm-9pm
3302 N. Miami Ave, Mid-Town Miami
Please come join us Free Drinks, appetizers and entertainment.
See you there, RSVP 786 369 1723
Fashion Must Go On – Art Basel ‘Clothing’ Event
Introducing Ultrachic, Italian’s Finest Blend Of Art And Fashion
Private Launch Cocktail Party At Vita
Sunday, December 5th, 8-10pm
1906 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach Fl 33139
RSVP: rsvp@museluxurygroup.com
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Art and Fashion lovers do not miss this! Italian’s most glamorous, upcoming brand is hosting a very exclusive cocktail party for the launch of its brand in the United States. The reception will feature a meet and great, cocktail reception and fashion show, giving you a unique opportunity to get a glimpse of Ultrachic’s creative, avant-guarde, hot designs.
Largely influenced by Pop Art and Rock’n’ Roll. Ultrachic is an upcoming Italian fashion brand that uses art as its main support. The man behind the brand, designer Diego Dossola, is a renowned talented artist who has worked closely with Armani, Versace, and Dolce and Gabbana.
Born in 2006 in Milan, Ultrachic is a rapidly growing label that has gained tremendous popularity in Europe, Asia and in the Middle East. Its upscale, eccentric and colorful pieces successfully sell in the trendiest fashion retailers in the world, such as Banner and Gente in Italy, Ueno Shokai in Tokyo and Harvey Nichols and Bloomingdales in Dubai, and have been featured in Italian, French and British Vogue, Elle UK, and many more.
The event will present to the public a selection of Ultrachic’s Summer collection, Ultrachic SS11. This new season incorporates unconventional artistic materials, such as imprint graffiti and ads or yellow crime scene tape.
Christopher Ciccone’s Wednesday Night Live
Wednesday December 8th, 10pm
Bar 721
Christopher Ciccone’s “Ciccone Factory”
presents
Wednesday Night Live
Featuring
Ex Norwegian
funk | soul | rock
$5 cover | 10 pm
VIP Table Reservation 305.785.5919
Visit us at Bar721.com
Follow us on Twitter | @BAR721
F*ME
Saturday December 4th, 10:00pm
Bar 721
F | FASHION
M| MUSIC
E | ENTERTAINMENT
presents
Jeffery Sanker | the original party monster
Birthday Celebration
Saturday | December 4
Hosted Bar | 10pm
Dj Mayner | Vj Jon
Previewing Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week
2011 Spring| Summer Collection
VIP Table Reservation 305.785.5919
Visit us at Bar721.com
Follow us on Twitter
@BAR721 #FME721
“Everybody Street, Anybody Avenue”
12/3-5/2010, 10:00am-10:00pm
J. Riggs Fine Art Gallery
2341 North Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33127
www.jriggsfineart.com
“Everybody Street – Anybody Avenue”
A 20 minute excerpt from a film by Cheryl Dunn
Featuring New York City Street Photographers, Curators and Historians from 1930 – 2010 including: Bruce Davidson, Martha Cooper, Bruce Gilden, Rebecca Lepkoff, Mary Ellen Mark, Jeff Mermelstein, Joel Meyerowitz, Clayton Patterson, Ricky Powell, Luc Sante, Jamel Shabazz.
Dunn’s video projection in J. Riggs Fine Art outside gallery is a filmic homage to the gritty city NY where the above photographers have scoured and documented with their unique visions for decades.
Dunn’s work is about waiting, it’s about seeing but most of all it’s about being out there, being part of the chaos, the beauty and the dance of our common urban space, everybody’s streets.
As Mary Ellen Mark says about street photography, “Sometimes you turn a corner and nothing is happening and sometimes everything is happening.â€
Thursdays at Philippe, this Friday and Saturday too
12/02/10 – 12/04/10, 9:00 pm
Philippe Chow outside of the Gansvoort Hotel
2301 Collisn ave. Miami Beach FL
www.philippechow.com
This year the fair returns to the Aqua Hotel in Miami Beach, where it was first launched in 2005. The boutique hotel was transformed into a hub for innovative contemporary art programming, represented by the 43 galleries exhibiting there this year.
After a break in 2009, during which the fair focused on its Wynwood location, this return to the original hotel venue where the fair first began in 2005 is welcomed by many.
Over the years, Aqua’s organizers Jaq Chartier and Dirk Park have made it their mission to promote progressive gelleries with strong emerging artist programs from the West Coast, as well as from the greater United States and abroad. This curatorial commitment is complemented by the unique art fair setting of a classic South Beach hotel with specious exhibition rooms that open onto a breezy, intimate courtyard. The surroundings have become a favorite gathering spot not only for relaxation during the busy Art Basel week, but also as a place to exchange and disseminate new contemporary art ideas. And with its close proximity to hte main Art Basel fair., Aqua Art Miami has consistently been ranked among the top satellite art events by collectors, artists, curators, critics and the art loving public alike.
The fair’s organizers are quite optimistic that with this year’s “return to form” and with the recent upswing of the art market, this will be one of the most successful incarnations of Aqua Art Miami during their six-year history of producing the event. Plus, it’s great to be back on the beach.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
ZOOM Contemporary Art Fair is a platform for exhibitions, curatorial focus, intellectual critique and dialogue. ZOOM has one goal in mind, to bring a fresh voice and perspective into the mainstream art circuit. That fresh voice is what inspired our inaugural exhibit; a comprehensive sample of the multifarious styles, media, and genres permeating the creative artistic practices of the Middle East and its diaspora. ZOOM brings their voice and spirit into the heart of the American contemporary art scene during the 2010 Art Basel Miami Beach.
It is not your average art fair. For starters, ZOOM’s selection committee is comprised of curators rather than gallerist’s. The fair presents a cohesive platform of exhibitions, performance art, and academic debate. ZOOM’s intimate scale of 20 exhibitions showcases artists represented by non-profits and galleries from eleven countries. Rather than separating the two according to their organizational structure, ZOOM creates a world where the non-profits and galleries can coexist and interact; effectively blurring the lines between the two practices and presenting a multifaceted visual dialogue which puts the spotlight on the artist. The result is a model that explores both the art market and conventional institutional critique, allowing a potential in further contribution to presentation and representation within the art fair forum.
ZOOM’s academic program which brings together notable international cultural and artistic representatives will address current issues through the lenses of institutions, historians, critics, art presenters and practitioners. Held at the neighboring Bass Museum of Art, Debates participants include William Wells, Founding director of Cairo’s Townhouse; Jessica Morgan, The Daskalopoulos Curator, International Art, Tate Modern; Francois Pouillon, Department Head of the History of Mediterranean Islamic Program at Ecole des Hautes Etudes Sociales; Livia Alexander, Executive Director of ArteEast; León Krempel, Curator, Haus der Kunst, Munich and internationally renowned artists Sara Rahbar and Ahmed Mater.
Also significant is that in its inaugural year, ZOOM would focus on contemporary Middle Eastern art. With the growing visibility of the Middle Eastern artists throughout the international art community and the art market alike, ZOOM aims to take a closer look at the diverse art trends currently pervading the region. Selecting artists and respective works for ZOOM, curators worked hard to highlight work which avoids re- creating an experience of “otherness†where artists from non-Western origins are usually coerced into being a mouthpiece for ethnographic illustrations. On the contrary, ZOOM’s playful theme of “the Clash of the icons?†seeks to deconstruct this notion encouraging the viewers to appreciate the art works on their artistic merit rather than through a neo-Orientalist umbrella of geo-cultural identity.
The representatives of ZOOM were so excited to bring a perspective to a city like Miami with its robust art collectors and county support that allows the necessary flexibility not easily found in places like New York City or London. Miami embraces the entrepreneurial spirit, which permeates art. It is this openness and enthusiasm of the local community that has cultivated the success of Art Basel in Miami Beach.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
Pop and multi-media artist, sculptor and urban realist, Miguel Paredes announced his Artist-in-Residency at the National Hotel Miami Beach, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks in the heart of South Beach’s historic Art Deco District. The Miguel Paredes National Gallery is taking place during Art Basel Miami Beach 2010 through Sunday, December 5, 2010.
The Miguel Paredes National Gallery will be the artist’s largest exhibition to date. Two multi-colored and vibrant 80’ canvasses cascade down the hotel’s outdoor façade and its Oval Room, indoor walls and chic pool garden area have been converted into a full gallery experience. A VIP Opening Reception was held on December 1 featuring music by Buddha Bar’s resident beat master DJ Sam Popat, sponsored by Radio FG and Tai Entertainment, as well as beverages from Bombay Sapphire.
Paredes’ Wynwood Arts District solo gallery space, Paredes Fine Arts Studio, will also host “Elements of an Artist: A New Series by Miguel Parades,†a private meet & greet on Friday, December 3, with beats by DJ Sonny Daze, bites by RA Sushi and Kind Healthy Snacks, as well as complimentary beverages by Appleton Estates Rum, Alambiq Mixology, Black Tower Wines and FIJI Water. will The following evening, Saturday, December 4, Paredes Fine Art Gallery will host another complimentary cocktail reception with Graffiti Artists SKI and 2EASE of UR New York. The gallery, usually only open during the neighborhood’s “2nd Saturdays Art Walk†and by appointment, will be open to the public through Art Basel. The artist’s 18 X 26 mosaic mural “Pulgha World†found on NW 2nd Ave. will also be on view. Paredes will be present at both of his exhibition locations; both exhibitions will run to December 5.
Also open for viewing is recently opened Miguel Paredes Pop-up Gallery on Miami Beach’s action-packed Lincoln Road, housing more than 50 of Paredes’ works, new sculptures and products available for purchase. The location will be open throughout January 2011, and along with the Miguel Paredes National Gallery and Paredes Fine Arts Studio, will unveil select pieces from Paredes’ new series Elements of an Artist as well as never before seen works and sculptures from his previous collections such as Boroughs, Digital Art, Pop Collages, Urban Dreams and Los Niños.
The celebrated pop artist and all-around renaissance creative made tremendous impact during last year’s Art Basel Miami Beach and truly believes his preferred style of “crossover art†is quickly on its way to become a new and respected art form. Moreover, Paredes possesses the unique ability to master styles and techniques to create daring, bold and eye-catching oil paintings, sculptures, hand-drawn digitals, metals, giclées, backlit pieces, marble canvases, limited edition toys and more.
Paredes, a former Manhattanite of Latin American descent, has called Miami home for almost 20 years, but is proud to continue bringing his New York City urban approach to the Miami art scene and beyond. The artist likes to combine cutting-edge styles of street art, pop art and Japanese animation to produce distinct, trend-forward pieces. Furthermore, drawing inspiration from pop icons such as Andy Warhol and Keith Haring, Paredes has created his own niche – ultimately affording him the ability to crossover from street walls to fine art to even his beloved medium of “art meets life†commercial pop art.
Paredes Fine Arts Studio is located at 2311 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL. 33127. Paredes’ “Pulgha World†Wynwood Mural is located at 2399 NW 2nd Ave. Miami, FL. 33127. For more information, please visit www.miguelparedes.com.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
On my third day celebrating Art Basel, I went to Miami Beach. The Ritz Carlton hosted an exhibition called Masters’ Mystery Art Show. Many fashion designers, international art lovers, socialites and celebrities gathered together in a private, glamorous Art Basel opening night soiree.
Cocktails such as Mango and Apple Martinis with scrumptious small bites were passed while previewing more than 1,000 exclusive and original 6X9-inch mini masterpieces and 25 one-of-a-kind celebrity designer tote bags whose name is revealed only after it is sold.
This mystery created an artistic “whodunit” as one perused the works of art. One could add a mini masterpiece for $50 and own a one of a kind designer tote bag for a starting bid of only $100. A bargain for Art Basel!
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
Michael Capponi, Eric Milon & Antonio Misuraca Celebrate
Set Nightclub & Haute Living
Dom Perignon’s Tribute to
Andy Warhol
Friday, December 3, 2010
Sounds by Sharam
Alongside Resident DJ Chicco Secci
MARCH EP FALL TOUR
For VIP and Table Reservations Contact 305-695-4410 or RSVP@capponigroup.com
Full Exhibition Schedule
December 1, 2010: Art Basel Private After Party Exhibit @ At The Rock Art Studio / 9:30pm- 1am / “Heroes”
1700 Sunset Harbor Drive Loft 502 Miami Beach, Fl 33139
Must Rsvp: Rsvpmiamiart@Gmail.Com Or 786.217.0130
Complimentary Drinks & Hors D’ouevres Reception : Sponsored By Moleca
December 3, 2010: Private Vip Exhibition With Invited Guest Artist From Nyc Harif Guzman
@ The Rock Art Studio / 6:30pm-12pm
“Heroes & Villains”
1700 Sunset Harbor Drive Loft 502 Miami Beach, Fl 33139
Must Rsvp: Rsvpmiamiart@Gmail.Com Or 786.217.0130
Complimentary Drinks & Hors D’ouevres Reception : Sponsored By Moleca / Wirth Art Advisory
December 5, 2010: Grand Closing Art Basel Private Exhibition Party @ Neo Vertika Lobby (Brickell) / 6:30pm-10pm
“Famous” Exhibition
Waxy’s After Party 10pm-Forward (Brickell)
Must Rsvp: Rsvpmiamiart@Gmail.Com Or 786.217.0130
Complimentary Drinks & Hors D’ouevres Reception : Sponsored By Waxy’s
Onitsuka Tiger Celebrates . YEAR OF THE TIGER . Art Basel 2010
Thursday . December 02
Doors Open at 8pm
Shore Club Hotel
1901 Collins Ave . Shore Club Hotel
Don’t miss Steve Aoki’s Intimate Performance Tonight inside The Shore Club Lobby!
Live Onitsuka Tiger Art Installation along with Simone Legno from Toki Doki
Email RSVP@yourvitaminc.com to Enjoy Complimentary Admission
Don’t miss the AfterParty at SKYBAR with DJ SKEET SKEET, FIGO DJ’s and more!
Poolside afterparty at 11pm
DocMiami International Film Festival Events
“What About Me?”
December 4, 2010
8 PM
Location: 31 Nw 36th Street
(Between North Miami Avenue And 36th Street)
3 Blocks West of Biscayne Blvd
Midtown Miami
www.mamushkagallery.com
Mamushka Made In Havana Arts Cafe, LLC and DocMiami International Film Festival present
“What About Me?”
Produced and directed by Jamie Catto and Duncan Bridgeman, the film is a global philosophical and music project and has been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards. DocMiami, is a non-profit (501c3) which makes possible an international film festival which takes place in the beautiful City of Doral and hosts concerts for Brick by Brick for Tanzania, Inc., which builds schools for the needy children of Tanzania.
December 3rd, 7:30-9:30pm!
‘W’ Hotel South Beach
2201 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach
Event is Free and Open to the Public!
Miami HEAT superstar Dwyane Wade and his charity, Wade’s World Foundation, today announced a collaborative endeavor with Art Studio Miami, a local nonprofit aimed at empowering young people through artistic expression. The initiative, tied to Art Basel Miami 2010, will raise funds for the youth art program, based in Miami’s Little Haiti, as well as other community-based arts programs like KIDSART.
“The positive impact that art can have on a young person’s life should never be underestimated,†Wade said. “I am proud to support Art Studio Miami, and help inspire the talented youth in Little Haiti.â€
On November 20 and 21, Wade’s World Foundation sponsored 12 members of the youth community of Little Haiti, ranging from the ages of eight to 18 and participating in creative and educational “TEAM†activities during Art Studio’s “WE ARE†integration program. With the guidance of artist-mentors, the children had the opportunity to create their own personal work.
The event will culminate in a “Hope in Action†cocktail reception from 7:30-9:30 PM on Friday, December 3 at the W Hotel South Beach, where the artwork created by the youth participants of the Art Studio Miami will be displayed, and artists’ works will be auctioned off to raise funds for their programs. In addition, the works of the Art Studio Miami teaching artists, including those of Haitian decent, will accompany the student-featured show.
“We are thrilled that KIDSART will be a partnership program at Art Studio and uniting forces with Dwyane Wade and Wade’s World Foundation,†said Alexandra Rangel-Brody, founder and Creative Director of Artoconecto, KIDSART’s parent organization. KIDSART, through Art Studio Miami, will be one of the local arts programs for kids that will benefit from the event. “Mr. Wade is passionate about his commitment to the kids of Miami, and we hope to forge a strong relationship with him and his foundation to help build a better future for all of the children in our community.â€
Dan Witz Book Signing and Opening Reception at the MIA | MI CIELO 2010 Fine Art Exposition
Friday, December 3, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Cielo on the Bay
7935 East Drive
Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33141
More Info.
Culture Shock Marketing (CSM) is proud to present acclaimed New York street artist Dan Witz at the MIA | MI CIELO 2010 Fine Art Exposition in concurrence with Art Basel | Miami Beach. Dan will feature a retrospective selection of street art works, sign copies of his limited edition book “In Plain View: 30 Years of Artworks Illegal and Otherwise†and carry out some of his clandestine artistic illegality on the highways and byways of Miami. Signed copies of Witz’s 2011 “Hummingbirds†accordion calendar will be given out to the first 100 guests at the book signing event.
Admission is free and open to the public. Cocktails for the Friday evening book signing reception will be provided by 42BELOW Vodka. A Shuttle service will be provided by the City of North Bay Village with looping stops connecting the Wynwood Arts District, Design District, MIA | MI CIELO and NADA Art Fair throughout the four day expo.
For more information or to RSVP via facebook visit
http://www.cultureshockmarketing.com/radar/dan-witz-book-signing/
Kanpai Fashion Show
Friday Dec. 3rd, 2010, 8pm-2am
Nikki Beach
One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL
More Info.
DOLCE kicks off the season with its eight Art Basel event welcoming delegates and guests to this annual gathering of artists and those who love art. On December 3, 2010, DOLCE will present the GARTEL Couture Art to Wear Premier showcasing Digital Media Artist Laurence Gartel’s innovative moves to fashion. Also, the anticipated Fashion Show ‘Kapai’ produced by Wasabi Fashion Kult, Art Directed by Pamela Wasabi and Marcus Blake, with fashions by We Love Colors and Only One and Ombu. The event will consist of spectacular fashion shows in the backyard paradise of Nikki Beach, One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach.
DOLCE resident DJs Chilly and Soul P will provide the artistically musical backdrop to a night that is not-to-be-missed. Live performances by People From Venus and M’Dela. Join us for this night of Art, Fashion, Music, Visuals, Body Painting and more during Art Basel Weekend 2010!
A percentage from this event will be in benefit to The World’s Kitchen, www.theworldskitchen.
Vitamin C Presents
Rewind Fridays
December 3rd, 2010
At Novecento Coral Gables
Live Performance by 80s sensation NYASIA
Performing her #1 Dance Hit “Now and Forever”
Music by DJ Eddie Ayala Spinning sounds from the 80s, 90s, & today!
Ladies enjoy complimentary champagne from 9-10pm.
Doors open at 9pm!
For more information and/ or reservations email RSVP@YourVitaminC.com
Coconut Grove Art Stroll
Saturday, December 4, 2010. 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Mayfair Promenade
2911 Grand Ave, Coconut Grove Florida,33133
www.artway66.com
Saturday Night at Coconut Grove Art Stroll
A Mix of Artists, Art Demonstrations, Live Music, Dance Performances, Street Magicians, Food & Beverage Sampling. Free event at Mayfair in the Grove offers Activities for the Whole Family
Saturday, December 4, 2010. 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. – Art Exhibits by locals and international artist Gallery Openings.
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. – Street Magicians by The House of Flying Cards.
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Dance Performance By Breuil Fussion Academy.
8:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Serena Stroppa, an expressive pop/folk/rock, singer/songwriter
8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. – Ritmo Latino, one of Miami’s Premier Pop/Rock Latin Party Bands Promoting their new album.
On Saturday, December 4, Coconut Grove Art Stroll once again will be offering a fabulous array of new artists and entertainers. Enjoy free food and beverages by some of Miami’s most popular restaurants and sponsors including Coconut Grove’s Milam’s Market, Pollo Tropical, and Miller Light Beer. Over 40 local and international artists will participate. To enrich the experience, festivities will include live music by Ritmo Latino, one of Miami’s Premier Pop/Rock Latin Party Bands Promoting their new album. Special Dance Presentation by the Breuil Fussion Academy,” Serena Stroppa, an expressive pop/folk/rock, singer/songwriter, will rock you off your feet! And to make this night an unforgettable night… The House of Flying Cards will entertain the audience with ongoing street magic performances. Some of the artists exhibiting works in the festival include Johnny Valdes, Proman Garcia, Barbara Cooper Hanson, Manuel Menendes, Arien Lopez, Beradette Denoux, Daisy Rodriguez, Roland o J. Mendez, Cecilia Borrel, Pedro Rivero and Vidal J. Rivero.
In addition” Artway66 Gallery” Set in a Modern Artist’s loft at the Mayfair promenade in Coconut Grove, ArtWay66 evokes a time when artists found inspiration and community in sharing their work, and philosophy with one another. The bohemian lifestyle fashioned life as a grand celebration, a feast of the senses to be shared and treasured. Together, artists found kinship over every Gallery exhibits and events, over cocktails, live music, artistic performance and conversation. Artway66 brings to you “Spectrum†a one of a kind Art exhibit, presenting artists: Johnny Valdes, Proman Garcia, Marlenes Gasiba, Luis Breso, Kurt Merkel, Arien Lopez, Haydee Pichardo, Rolando Serra, Nelba Gonzales, Joseph Lawrence Vasile, Yampier Sardina, Trina Collins, Brent Miller, Lizzy Lazo, Alexander Calderon and Don Epstein, 16 Artists, 16 different styles. Special Live Music Presentation by: Ritm Latino, Serena Stroppa. Video Visuals on giant screen: by Johnny. Special Presentation: by Breuil Fussion Academy. Enjoy Open Bar and Tapas, all night long.
This free monthly cultural event founded and directed by Johnny Valdes has proved to be an excellent way to spend a casual Saturday evening.
By presenting the event flyer, one may enter the raffle to win a free 60″ X 16″ Miami skyline panoramic photo by Johnny.
Coconut Grove Art Stroll
Promenade of the Shoppes at Mayfair
2911 Grand Avenue
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Ph: 305.726.1466
coconutgroveartstroll@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/coconutgroveartstroll
Spectrum
12/04/2010, 7:00pm-11:00pm
Artway66 Gallery at Mayfair Promenade
2911 Grand Ave, Suite 400D
Coconut Grove Fl, 33133
www.artway66.com
During the Art Basal Week Artway66 Gallery will host a one of a kind Art exhibit, “Spectrum†presenting artists: Johnny Valdes, Proman Garcia, Marlenes Gasiba, Luis Breso, Kurt Merkel, Arien Lopez, Haydee Pichardo, Rolando Serra, Nelba Gonzales, Joseph Lawrence Vasile, Trina Collins, Yampier Sardina,Lizzy Lazo, Brent Miller, Alexander Calderon and Don Epstein 16 Artists, 16 different styles. Special Live Music Presentation by: Ritmo Latino, Serena Stroppa. Video Visuals on giant screen: by Johnny. Enjoy Open Bar and Tapas, all night long. Ask for your $50 toward the purchase of an art work at the gallery. Sponsored: by Pollo Tropical.
Call for R.S.V.P 305-726-1466 or
Email at Artway66@Yahoo.com
www.artway66.com
World’s Greatest Indoor Flea Market 2010
Thursday Dec 16th -Sunday Dec 19th
Miami Beach
Convention Center:
1901 Convention Center Drive.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
wgifm.com
Adults $8
Children 6-12 $4
Children 5 & under FREE
The World’s Greatest Indoor Flea Market comes to the Miami Beach Convention Center. With over 400 vendors The World’s Greatest Indoor Flea Market offers more retailers than any Mall in South Florida beating any post-Thanksgiving shopping deals. Top quality items from every category – fashion, electronics, toys, home & décor, gadgets, chocolates, one-of-a-kind merchandise and more.
Photographs of FriendsWithYou Present Rainbow City in the Design District on Thursday, December 2, 2010. Â What an amazing event!!! Â I love the big blow up sculptures and N.E.R.D. gave an amazing show.
FriendsWithYou Present Rainbow City in the Design District on Thursday, December 2, 2010. What an amazing show, I love the b FriendsWithYou is proud to present Rainbow City – a forty piece environmental installation addressing the potency of interaction, ritual, and play. Originally commissioned by Luminato Festival of the Arts in Toronto and inspired by Holi, a festival effectuated by Hindu followers throwing brightly colored water and powder at each other, FriendsWithYou presents a vibrant collection of mutable, air- filled sculptures. Fabricated from intensely colored and receptive materials, the installation encourages visitors to be active and explore, subsequently inventing their own ritual. The individual structures are simple, minimal forms that borrow aesthetics from toy- like geometry and design and tower over guests, as each element’s height ranges from ten to forty feet.
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Charcoal Studios a SCOPEMiami Night Event on Thursday, Â December 2, 2010.
Design District during Art Basel on Thursday, December 2, 2o1o. Â What a night, we hit so many place with such awesome art.
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Saturday December 4th, 5:00 PM
Overthrow Presents Basel Castle
41 NW 20 Street
Miami, FL 33137
RSVP and more info.
www.theoverthrow.com
What wonders lie within these walls…
Overthrow has curated a variety of groundbreaking live performances, and late night, the party will climax with top tiered electronic producers/djs implementing live audio/video installations.
Theopilus London | Rye Rye | Amanda Blank & Sweethearts |Blaqstarr | Tamara Sky | Heroes & Villians | Tko | Jesp
visual | TOTT Carnivale
San Franciso based art company, TOTT GLOBAL, work with the world’s top contemporary artists to create classic games a games and novelties like dice, dominoes, jigsaw puzzles, and playing cards. For Basel Castle, TOTT will be designing exclusive carnival style games along with featured artists signing, TOTT prizes to the carnival game winners, TOTT limited edition t-shirts, live installations, and more!
Featuring work from the the following artists:
• Mike Giant
• Claw Money
• Ron English
• Tara Mcpherson
• Mark Bode
• Greg Mike
exhibition | Overseas & Undertones
ABV Gallery presents a collection of 13 revered translatlantic artists:
• Dan Baldwin
• AC Bananas
• Fefe Talavera
• HuskMitNavn
• Jaybo Monk
• L’Atlas
• Maria Imaginário
• Microbo
• Mr. Jago
• Mudwig
• Remed
• Sickboy
• Zosen
You and a friend are invited to a spectacle of bazaar proportions. Overthrow & ABV Gallery are opening our gates for the first ever Basel Castle!
Rooftop Party & VIP Lounge
Friday, December 3, 8p-4a
1020 Music Boxx Lounge
The Clevelander Hotel Southbeach
1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Art Basel Miami Art Showcase:
The Pop Artist Michael Perez “2010 Dream Seriesâ€
www.MichaelPerez-Artist.com
www.ArtBaselMiami2010.com
Live Music from 8-10 / 10-4am DJ Line up:
Vinicio Rotelli, Sir Manta, Sam Zarif, Hito Mix
RADIO 4by4
In Association with
Apple Graphics & Advertising, Inc. Group / Pop Artist Michael Perez
Presents:
C-LEVEL Sessions Part IV
Art Basel Edition
Eyes On Miami & Industry Playground
Live Streaming on http://www.radio4by4.com
“Join us for a special party for Art Basel, celebrating the beach, music and the arts. This party is getting better every week and December 3rd will knock your socks off.â€
See you on Southbeach!
Art Walks the Runway
Dolce Ultra Lounge,
1501 Collins Avenue, #203,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
December 4th, 2010
2:30pm – 3:00pm: Doors Open
3:00pm – 7:00pm: Art & Designer Expo
7:00pm – 11:00pm: Dinner & Fashion Show
For RSVP please email: rsvp@mandrakepr.com
Come out and celebrate Art Basel in style. Abnormal Ariginals invites you to a special function where art meets fashion in the runway.
Abnormal Ariginals, Designer T-Shirts
Founded by De’Hollie Wood and Anthony Shaw, two young entrepreneurs with an immense amount of fashion potential, bring to life this new fashion brand. For the past couple of years, they have cultivated their ground and are finally ready to spread their empire, one step at a time. Abnormal Ariginals’ first introduction into the fashion industry is their latest collection of men and women’s T-shirt, with a vast variety of designs and graphics to choose from.. They share one similar ingredient, originality, but in this case “ariginality”.
Its present collection reflects the distaste of monotony apparel while offering a set of new and wearable proposals. Their first collection, titled Welcoming Abnormality, brings forth versatile personalities, made from 100% cotton and each showcasing bright vivid colors with Abnormal Ariginals peculiar fun factor. Abnormal Ariginals is a lifestyle brand that represents true originality! Its designers believe in the need to speak out their unbiased minds through their outspoken designs. There was a time when being different was not a good thing, you were considered an outcast and left in the dark. Abnormal Ariginals has replaced “what supposedly is” and taken it to a higher level of creation. Being the same is not an option. www.abnormalariginals.com.
Michael was born and raised in New York City. While attending school, which included the High School of Art and Design in Manhattan, Parsons School of Design and Pratt Institute, he sold his paintings on the streets of Greenwich Village. Michael Perez, has quickly become one of the hottest Modern Pop artists today. Always on the cutting edge, his art is extremely dynamic and is distinguished by his use of contrasting colors and shapes. His innovative artwork is most immediately recognized by his distinctive unique faces, flowers and figures.
Michael is best known for his “America The Beautiful” a special painting painted live on a news broadcast of News12 Long Island a month after the tragedy. The painting shows a woman’s face with the reflection of the World Trade Center in her eye, with a tear on her face. Her hair is red and white, symbolizing the American Flag.
On November 29, the Liberty Entertainment Group announced the Grand Opening of the Coral Gables Country Club. A public art exhibit is currently on display at the country club until December 5th. This spectacular event and exhibit introduces the world to the newest jewel in the Liberty Entertainment Group’s crown.
To celebrate the opening of the newly renovated Coral Gables Country Club, Liberty Entertainment Group together with University of Miami’s Lowe Art Museum and Robin Rile Fine Art are proud to announce the inclusion of an Exclusive Art Exhibit to launch ART BASEL MIAMI.
For over two decades, Liberty Group has distinguished itself from all others primarily through its distinct design approach, and continues to increase public awareness of important heritage through the dramatic transformation of original historical sites into brilliant settings for the hospitality industry. Historical prolific examples include; Rosewater, situated in the original Consumers Gas building (Toronto) constructed in1873; Courthouse, in Toronto’s original courthouse building constructed in 1852; and Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, Toronto’s most prestigious event facility, originally the home of the Ontario Government, built in 1926.
The Coral Gables Country Club which has been restored and dramatically transformed by the Toronto-based Liberty Entertainment Group has enlisted Reed V. Horth from ROBIN RILE FINE ART to curate the Private Launch Party and a four-day art exhibit to celebrate Art Basel week in Miami, December 2 – 5, 2010. The exhibit consists of selected original sculpture, photography, drawings and print works from Spanish Master Salvador Dali, American Masters Frederick E. Hart and Richard MacDonald and Hungarian Master Martón Váró, as well as several other emergent artists.
The public art exhibit re-introduced the community to the Coral Gables Country Club, which was once a member’s only facility. This event opened the doors of the Country Club to the public and established it as a viable and active participant within the community of Coral Gables.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit the University of Miami’s Lowe Art Museum. Throughout the event, speakers from the University of Miami will highlight aspects of the master Salvador Dali’s impact on 20th-21st Century thought, and other topics of interest to our guests.
This event brought together scholarship, philanthropy and connoisseurship all under one roof and kicked-off the Art Basel Week in sophistication and elegance.
Hosts Nick and Nadia Di Donato, held the official annual launch party for the famed Toronto International Film Festival, are world renowned for their distinctive venues and chic style.
The Coral Gables Country Club is located at 997 North Greenway Drive, Coral Gables, FL 33134. For more information please call
305.392.0 819 or email: info@coralgablescountryclub.com. www.coralgablescountryclub.com
Photographs By Betty Alvarez
Puma.Creative And Bass Museum Of Art Announce Three-Year Partnership Focusing On Creativity From The Caribbean Region And Launch Creative Caribbean Network
Bass Museum of Art in partnership with PUMA.Creative presents the solo exhibition Isaac Julien/Creative Caribbean Network
PUMA.Creative and the Bass Museum of Art announce a three-year partnership as part of the launch of the Creative Caribbean Network, an initiative dedicated to promoting the work of Caribbean artists. This partnership will celebrate the rich artistic heritage of the Caribbean region and the Caribbean Diaspora by creating an international platform in Miami for photographers, performers, writers, musicians and other artists from the Caribbean region. An ongoing series of exhibitions, music performances, educational activities and other live events will take place at the Bass Museum site at key dates in the Miami cultural calendar over the next three years.
To launch the initiative, the Bass Museum of Art and PUMA.Creative are delighted to present, a solo exhibition of work by the celebrated artist and filmmaker Isaac Julien in a project entitled Isaac Julien/Creative Caribbean Network. Presented from December 2, 2010 through March 6, 2011, this exhibition will open to the public concurrent to Art Basel Miami Beach.
ISAAC JULIEN/Creative Caribbean Network is the most comprehensive exhibition of the artist’s work in the last ten years. It showcases the US premiere of Julien’s critically acclaimed, nine-screen installation, Ten Thousand Waves (2010) as well as the film installations and photographic series Paradise Omeros (2002), Baltimore (2003) and Vagabondia (2000).
Julien is a British artist and filmmaker, of Caribbean heritage, whose work incorporates different artistic disciplines, drawing from and commenting on film, dance, photography, music, theatre, painting and sculpture, and uniting them to create a unique poetic visual language in audiovisual film installations. Julien is as equally acclaimed for his fluent, arresting films as his vibrant and inventive gallery
installations. His installations are presented on an epic scale; poetic and art-historical references are interwoven into frank portrayals of human drama.
“I am proud to be collaborating with PUMA.Creative and the Bass Museum of Art on this solo presentation of my work,†said Julien. “The support I have received from this new partnership has enabled the exhibition to come to fruition and given me the opportunity to present the United States premiere of my new nine-screen installation work, Ten Thousand Waves. The innovative Creative Caribbean Network initiative connects and supports artists of the Caribbean Diaspora and provides a much needed and high profile forum to celebrate our rich artistic output. The Bass Museum of Art’s dedication to realizing this ambitious project has been second to none. Their partnership with PUMA.Creative has proved dynamic and productive and has created a unique platform for this important survey of my work. It is an honor to have my exhibition launch the Creative Caribbean Network.â€
“The Bass Museum of Art is pleased to collaborate with Julien and PUMA.Creative on this exhibition. Miami is an ideal platform for the investigation into artists and art forms from the Caribbean and we are looking forward to a rewarding three year experience,†said the Bass Museum’s Executive Director and Chief Curator, Silvia Karman Cubiñá.
ISAAC JULIEN/Creative Caribbean Network commemorates the launch of PUMA.Creative’s online social networking website and cultural directory, www.CreativeCaribbeanNetwork.com. A live and virtual platform connecting the creative world in and outside of the Caribbean, the website and live programs give visibility to the talents working in architecture, dance, design, fashion, film, fine art, literature, music, new media, performing arts and photography. This network will enhance, celebrate and honor existing Caribbean and related cultural networks. As a key tenet of PUMAVision, PUMA.Creative’s formal launch of the Creative Caribbean Network in partnership with the Bass Museum of Art will bring together individual artists and organizations, offering creative exchange and international exposure.
“As a Sportlifestyle brand, PUMA has long standing ties with the Caribbean. Through ongoing PUMA.Creative programs we are dedicated to creating platforms for engagement and generating awareness of the artwork and artists who hail from the region,†said Jochen Zeitz, PUMA Chairman and CEO. We are honoured to work with our friend Isaac, to help commemorate the launch of our partnership with the Bass Museum and promote awareness for the Creative Caribbean Network.â€
Cash For Your Warhols
12/02/2010, 10:00am
J. Riggs Fine Art Gallery
2341 N Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127
www.cashforyourwarhol.com
Geoff Hargadon (Cash For Your Warhols) will be giving free appraisal estimates Thursday 10am-12pm. Bring your Warhols! Top price paid! Any currency!
Geoff Hargadon on the project:
“Cash For Your Warhol started out for me with the idea that it’s TOTALLY NUTS that anyone would actually call a random phone number on a street pole and try to sell them their house. But apparently people do that. It turns out people aren’t shy about selling their Warhols that way either – I have had a bunch of serious offers (the discussions have been lengthy and well-documented, but there are no trades yet)…
CFYW seems to strike a nerve with people who are tuned into the economy’s chaos, and with artists who are feeling the pinch in a contracting art market… Separately, it refers to a Warhol as a commodity rather than a piece of art – I don’t believe it is, but many do. It’s a good that is bought and sold. It raises the idea of what a Warhol is worth rather than what it is.â€
Appropriated, Manipulated, Destroyed: The Art of N! Satterfield
Open Through Jan 3, 2011, 11A – 11P (through Dec 5) Saturdays 11A – 6P
Harold Golen Gallery
2294 North West 2nd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33127
www.haroldgolengallery.com
www.nsatterfield.com
In his own words:
With that you’re probably wondering, “What the heck is N!?”, or possibly, “Who is this N! person?”.
You see, some folks believe I am a graffiti artist or a stencil artist because of the tools and techniques I employ, but graffiti is a pretty vague term and stencils are simply mark-making tools. Granted, I’ll admit to creating quite a bit of stencil graffiti in my time on the planet but that’s only a small part of the picture. Somewhere in the process I became more interested in using the tools of the trade (spray paint, caps, stencils, attitude) to make something more visually pleasing.”So it’s pop art?” Well, I do veil my subversive tendencies in the veneer of tiki imagery and thereby gain the ability to comment on it. And it’s certainly as pretty as it is confrontational, but it’s basically an exercise in culture jamming and as such is social commentary.
I can take any image or symbol (or symbolic image for that matter), re-contextualize it, and ultimately liberate it. By ingesting the wash of pop cultural debris and regurgitating it back to the masses I’m able to point out the humor in it, address it’s shortcomings, or simply allow the viewer to reflect on their own relationship with it.
I defy common perceptions of what spray paint is “supposed” to look like and have a loads of fun playing with the results. Quite frankly, I like things that way. I simply refer to it as “urban folk art” and I really hope you enjoy it.
Club 50 & Brickell Entertainment
Present
Art Basel Miami 2010 Showcase
Feat. “Lesatova” Contemporary Artist.
For Table Reservation & Guest List Contact:
Zar Productions johnny@zarpro.com
Rina Yoga’s Five Year Anniversary Bash
December 10, 2010, 7pm to 10pm
Fairchild Tropical Gardens
10901 Old Cutler Rd.
Miami, FL 33156
More Info.
For five years, Rina Yoga has been rocking Miami’s chakras and now owner, Rina Jakubowicz, wants you in the celebration of this milestone!
The party will take place at Fairchild Tropical Garden’s beautiful visitor’s center from 7-10pm on Friday, December 10th. Guests will enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres provided by Whole Foods & LifeFood Gourmet, wine, chocolates from Romanicos, & great music by DJ Humberto.
The party is free, but raffle tickets will be available to help raise money for Betty Cares, an organization created by one of Rina’s students, Kira Turchin, that gives money to the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation for the caregivers of the children in need. Read their touching story at www.bettycares.org. Raffle tickets are only $5 and there are tons of great prizes, including:
• A weekend stay at the new JW Marriott Marquis in Downtown
• Dinner for two at Gibraltor in Grove Isle Hotel & Spa
• A one-year membership to Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens
• $250 gift certificate for a BigWorldSmallPlanet retreat
• One-hour private with Rina Yoga Founder, Rina Jakubowicz
• 5-class card at Rina Yoga
• Gift certificate for a spa treatment at RikRak Salon and Spa
• Zuccardi Zeta bottle of wine
• Lucy Activewear yoga top
• A hand-crafted necklace by ME Jewels
• Initial Personalized Nutrition Assessment with Melissa Kaplan, RD LD/N
• A Yoga Paddleboard Class with Jamie Festa from Adventure Sports Miami
• Spa basket from Grove Isle Hotel & Spa
• Personalized copy of Rina’s book Choose Peace
• A t-shirt from the new Choose Peace apparel collection
Globaile Art Basel Event At The News Lounge
Thursday, November 2nd, 5pm-12 Pm
The News Lounge
5580 Ne 4th Court, Miami FL
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Art Basel Week Happy Hour Party
Come join us for an evening celebrating multiculturalism and international flavor in the art world, at one of Miami’s sexiest venues! Enjoy an outdoor art installation, live music, DJs and happy hour drink specials – all to be filmed live for www.globaile.com!
Featured Artists Are
Jessica Alvarez and Adolfo Bacigalupo
Great Drink Specials, Happy Hour food and Great Music Provided By: Miss Angelina, Ill Spokinn, DJ Devicerat and Maneuvers
Hope to see you there, kick off the weekend early with a happy hour at the 55th Street Station in Midtown at The News Lounge
$4 Martinis
$3 Beers
$4 Appetizers
1st Annual Pines Ford Family Fun Day
December 4th, 2010, 11:00am-3pm
Pines Ford Dealership
8655 Pines Blvd
Pembroke Pines, FL
The 1st Annual Pines Ford Family Fun Day will take place Saturday, December 4th, 2010 at Pines Ford located at 8655 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines, FL. This FREE holiday family day offers something for everyone – parents, teens, toddlers and babies!
Children will be able to take pictures with Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob Squarepants and best pal Patrick Starfish, make friends with Ron Magill’s Zoo Miami animals and listen to stories in the reading corner. Kids can also participate in face painting, arts & crafts and free health screenings. Parents will be able to take part in a free family resource fair with information on child car safety, KidCare, Pre/After school care programs and healthy cooking demonstrations.
Additionally, Pines Ford, in conjunction with the Children’s Services Council, will be collecting food & toys benefiting the families and children of Broward County. Everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy a day of fun activities and good food with Pines Ford’s family and friends.
This event is brought to you by: Pines Ford, Children’s Services Council of Broward County, Comcast Spotlight, Sports Talk 790AM, KISS Country 99.9FM, and Nickelodeon. For more information call 954-443-7000 or www.pinesford.com.
All media inquiries should be directed to Circle of One Marketing at (305) 576-3790 or email mel@circleofonemarketing.com
When: December 4th, 2010
11a.m. to 3p.m.
Where: Pines Ford
8655 Pines Blvd
Pembroke Pines, FL
Sponsors: This event is brought to you by: Pines Ford, Children’s Services Council of Broward County, Comcast Spotlight, Sports Talk 790AM, KISS Country 99.9FM, and Nickelodeon.
Pines Ford Lincoln is family owned and operated by Malo Automotive Group, Inc. The dealership has forged a reputation as one of South Florida’s leading Ford Lincoln dealer. As new owners, we take a personal interest in our customers needs. Pines Ford not only sells quality vehicles and products, but also has an unwavering commitment to superior service. The dealership includes a Café, customer lounges with TV’s and Wi-Fi connectivity for your convenience. The personal connection between Pines representatives and customers is one of the many benefits provided with pride and integrity. Pines Ford believes in being part of the community and are dedicated to providing family focused services that will enhance its association with the city of Pembroke Pines and the Greater Broward area.
Live Music: Shayfer James featured at AE District Gallery’s “Music Inspires.. The New American” , an Art Basel event
Friday, December 3rd, 2010, 7pm to 10pm
AE District Gallery
3852 North Miami Avenue,
Miami, FL
More Info.
The New American Pop-Up Shop: Noon – 5pm
After an extensive performance schedule across the Northeast, Shayfer James will be giving a devastating performance at AE District Gallery as a part of Art Basel Miami on Friday, December 3nd from 9:00pm – 10:00pm at 3852 North Miami Avenue, Miami, FL as part if “AE’s Music Inspires…The New American” exhibit.
His latest album, The Owl & The Elephant, is currently being played on over 40 radio stations across the country.
When Shayfer James approaches the piano, there is a certain power and mischievous charm that surrounds him. A bewitching sense of foreboding builds as his fingers touch the piano, and as he begins to sing, his wry poetry and stunningly diverse vocal range stitch us seamlessly into peculiar arrangements that are simultaneously thrilling and strangely familiar.
Mr. James lures us into a devious world where the gods tear wings from angels and every man has a siren waiting to devour him.
“Music Inspires… is an exhibition and pop-up shop dedicated to examining the intimate relationship that exists between Music and (The New American) artists from three diverse mediums. Our goal is to expose the dynamic of how music shapes and inspires the creative process of the New American artist. Music Inspires… is a three-day festival exhibiting works from a collective of artists in the fields of Fashion, Art and Film. These featured artists will curate and incorporate a sonic element into their work, focusing on the relationship between their art and the respective soundtrack.
To preview the music, visit: http://www.strikelinemedia.com/shayferjames/listen.php or http://www.shayferjames.com
Miami Artist Carlos A. Navarro Birthday Celebration At Solita ~ Las Olas Thursday
please join me thursday night at solita “south of little italy” restaurant, 1032 east las olas boulevard in fort lauderdale for a very special birthday celebration for beloved miami pop artist ~ carlos a. navarro.
Yasser Faraco Fashion in the Arts
Friday, Dec 3, 2010, 9pm
Art Basel Miami Design District
130 NW 24th St Miami, FL 33127
Miami Designer Yasser Faraco will be showcasing his new collection during Art Basel in the Miami Design District featuring Miss Runway Teen Tierra Janell, Miss Runway Delpha Clarke, Mrs. Golden Beauty Renee Fletcher and a few First Class Models.
For more information about the Miss Runway Competition www.missrunwaycompetition.com or join the network at www.missrunwaycompetition.ning.com.
Miami’s Own Rick Ross Appears At Aventura Mall Macy’s For Sean John
Sunday, December 5, 2010 at 2:00 PM
Macy’s Men’s Store at Aventura Mall
19535 Biscayne Blvd.
Aventura, FL 33180
More Info.
The Legendry Hip Hop Artist will Meet-and-Greet Shoppers at this Exclusive Event
Def Jam recording artist Rick Ross will be taking photographs with customers who shop Sean John apparel and fragrances at the Macy’s Men’s Store at Aventura Mall. Those customers will also receive an autographed Teflon Don CD. Once the ruler of Miami’s underground rap scene, Rick Ross has released four top-selling albums with singles that have reigned at the top of the hip-hop charts, beginning with the release of Port of Miami in 2006 to his newest album Teflon Don, released this past summer.
At the event, Macy’s shoppers can check out the latest styles from Sean John’s Men’s Sportswear Collection from the lifestyle brand created by Sean “Diddy†Combs, now available exclusively at Macy’s. With a purchase of $60 or more of Sean John apparel or fragrance, including I AM KING or Unforgivable, shoppers will get the chance to have their picture taken with Rick Ross and receive an autographed CD. Don’t miss this chance to meet Rick Ross and check out the hottest looks for him for the holiday season!
Thursday, December 16 at 6:00pm
Bleu Moon Lounge
1717 N. Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33132
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Please join WebCityGirls and Twitter Friend @Miamitude for a Social Fundraiser Holiday Party benefiting the Children’s Home Society of Miami.
Established in 1902, Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) is one of Florida’s oldest private not-for-profit organizations providing services to children and families.
We ask that you please donate $20 at the door, which provides new clothing and shoes for a neglected child. Your donation will make many homeless abused Children in Miami Dade very happy and grateful!
Our Christmas Party will be full of entertainment, music, dancing, awesome raffle and a lot of Twitter Fun with special WCG_TJ on site! We will also have “Step & Repeat” for all of the Fun Social Photos!
WebCityGirls & @Miamitude are looking forward to sharing FUN times for a Great Cause. Wishing you all a Wonderful Cheerful Holiday Season!
Miguel Paredes Exhibitions Vip Opening Reception at The National Hotel on Wednesday, December 1, 2010. Â Â I just love Miguel Paredes art work, so much fun and amazing. Â This is another one you should really stop by and see.
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Parodi Lecture in Philosophy of Art
Miami Art Museum and University of Miami, Department of Philosophy present Sherri Irvin, Associate Professor of Philosophy, University of Oklahoma
“Making Contemporary Art: Fabrication and Negotiationâ€
Sunday, December 5, 2010, 11:30am; auditorium doors open at 11am
Miami Art Museum, 101 West Flagler Street
Lecture is free and open to the public
Light refreshments following lecture
Making a contemporary artwork is not simply (and at times not at all) fabricating an object. The artist’s negotiations with curators and conservators are often crucial in determining the artwork’s very nature. This lecture will examine how the hybrid process of fabrication and negotiation shapes works of art, and how it affects the way that viewers should appreciate and interpret them.
A philosopher who specializes on aesthetics and the philosophy of art, Sherri Irvin has written extensively on matters related to contemporary art and the aesthetic experience in everyday life. She is currently working on a book tentatively titled Challenging Objects: Negotiations in Contemporary Art.
For more information, contact education@miamiartmuseum.org or 305.375.4073.
The Parodi Lecture in Philosophy of Art is supported by MAM Trustee Gonzalo Parodi and presented in conjunction with University of Miami, Department of Philosophy.
Aqua 10 at The Aqua Hotel on Wednesday, December 1, 2010. Â This has always been on of my favorite fairs and it did not disappoint. Â The art at this fair is amazing and so much fun.
Aqua Art Miami Returns To Its Original Roots! This year the fair returns to the Aqua Hotel in Miami Beach, where it was first launched in 2005.  Aqua Art Miami is pleased to announce its return to the fair’s original location – the Aqua Hotel in the heart of South Beach. During the first week in December, and running simultaneously with Art Basel Miami Beach, this boutique hotel will be transformed into a hub for innovative contemporary art programming, represented by the 43 galleries exhibiting there this year.
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Open Air Market-Midtown/Design District Launch 305/Reloaded – ART BASEL Weekend
Free To The Public
Saturday, December 4, 2010
121 N.E. 36th Street
The Holy Cross Santa Cruz Church
(across from the Midtown Mall)
Open every Saturday from 12Noon – 6PM
Spinning the Beats DJ Manuvers
Basel-Nista’s
Get your LOCAL shop on and support your LOCAL talent and small business Entrepreneurs!
Shop: Jewelry Designers/ Vintage/ Fashion/ Art/ Handmade Leather Goods/ Accessories/ T-shirt Designers/ Home-decor/ Paintings/ One-of-a-kind Rare finds/ Boutiques
selected boutiques offering up to 50% off discount on selected items
Get Your Eat on: Grill Master Mobile serving you straight from their master grill!
The unconventional Doggi Style serving you from all angles their signature hot dogs and tasty creations!
Also available Melody’s Jamaican Jerk spice cuisine straight from her kitchen!
Your Dessert: Dolci Peccati Gelato Truck satisfying your every sweet tooth!
Shop Delight– choose from Orchids, Mangroves Bonsias, Succulents and a selection of Fresh Cut Flowers and Herbs from Gaia’s garden!
Fresh local produce — Roots In The City premiering at Launch Miami selection of Organic Avacados, Yams, Squash, Spinach, Berries and more!
Serving tasty beverage through out the day
Over 27 NEW Vendors
Interested vendors email: reservations@launcharte.com
“Threading the Community with local Artists and Designers.”
www.LaunchArte.com
Launch Arte LLC
Zoom Contemporary Art Fair at the South Seas Hotel on Wednesday, December 1, 2010. Â Now this was a way to start off the Art Basel week!!!! Â This is an amazing fair, this is one you need to see. Â This was their preview reception and they did it right, wonderful food (the crab cakes were the best) and Voli Vodka drinks (the espresso vanilla fusion was my favorite) and neither stop flowing thru the night. Â The art was amazing and the dance and live art performances were just awesome. Â I am going back to see it again.
ZOOM Contemporary Art Fair announces their inaugural event will showcase the multifarious styles, media, and genres permeating the burgeoning contemporary arts scene of the Middle East and its diaspora. ZOOM presents a cohesive perspective that uses exhibitions, educational programming, and curatorial input to foster an interconnected discourse. Exploring an unconventional framework, ZOOM’s Selection Committee is comprised of curators Sam Bardaouil (Art Reoriented) and Shamim M. Momin (Los Angeles Nomadic Division LAND, former Whitney Museum), who together with Director Angeliki Georgiou have produced an intimate collection of 20 exhibitions showcasing artists by non-profit organizations and galleries from 11 countries.
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Vogue Lounge at Art Basel Shopping Event at The Raleigh Hotel on Wednesday, December 1, 2010. Â Wow so many people and such amazing fashion.
A spectacular three days of fashion, beauty and lifestyle trends presented by Trina Turk, Sam Edelman, bebe, Canon, Curve Boutique, Shari Liu Handbags Honey Child, the American Cancer Society and Latisse®.  Vogue will bring the chic sensibility and rich cultural heritage of Miami alive at The Raleigh Hotel for Art Basel 2010 with cocktail parties, shopping, and music by South Florida’s stylish female DJ duo, Ess & Em.
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Art Basel Miami Beach Vernissage at the Miami Beach Convention Center on Wednesday, December 1, 2010. Â The preview opening for Art Basel was amazing, it was packed with people getting ready for a week of art, fun and getting to meet people from all over the world who love art too. Â I am so excited…..Art Basel here we come.
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CLEVELANDER
1020 OCEAN DRIVE
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33139
CLEVELANDER.COM
WATCH THE MIAMI HEAT GAMES AT THE CLEVELANDER!
Check out all of the Miami Heat games on any of our 40 HDTVs, inside or out. Every time the Heat takes the court, try our Habanero “Heat†wings, accompanied by a “LeBroshAde†cocktail.
Wednesday 12/1
Detroit @ Heat (7:30p)
Thursday 12/2
Heat @ Cleveland (8p) ***Miami Heat Road Rally on the Pool + Patio***
Saturday 12/4
Atlanta @ Heat (7:30p)
Monday 12/6
Heat @ Milwaukee (8p)
ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?
With your Rockstar Rewards card, enjoy $10 pitchers of Budweiser & Bud Light, $5 Jack Daniels and $0.50 Buffalo Wings during every live game.
Thursday 12/2
Houston @ Philadelphia (8:20p)
Sunday 12/5
New Orleans @ Cincinnati (1p)
Chicago @ Detroit (1p)
San Francisco @ Green Bay (1p)
Jacksonville @ Tennessee (1p)
Denver @ Kansas City (1p)
Cleveland @ Miami (1p) *** Rockstar Rewards Members receive a free pitcher of Bud or Bud Light and a raffle for a Jack Daniel’s Grill***
Buffalo @ Minnesota (1p)
Washington @ NY Giants (1p)
Atlanta @ Tampa Bay (1p)
Oakland @ San Diego (4:05p)
Carolina @ Seattle (4:15p)
St. Louis @ Arizona (4:15p)
Dallas @ Indianapolis (4:15p)
Pittsburgh @ Baltimore (8:20p)
Monday 12/6
NY Jets @ N England (8:30p)
GUITAR LEGENDS ROCK THE CLEVELANDER!
Rock with Miami’s best guitarists as they play Guitar Legend’s classics. Join us Thursday, December 2 at 8pm in the 1020 Lounge (2nd Floor) for an unforgettable night.
MIAMI HEAT ROAD RALLY AT THE CLEVELANDER!
Watch the Miami vs. Cleveland game at the CLEVELANDER! Join us Thursday, December 2 at 8pm in on the Pool + Patio for the Miami Heat Dancers, Bernie the mascot and amazing giveaways!
Act4Me’s Charity Poker Tournament
Thursday, December 9th at 7 p.m.
Key Biscayne Beach Club, 685 Ocean Drive
www.act4me.org
The Art Miami Roof Top After Party
Dec, 1 2010, 7:00pm
Roof Top
3250 NE 1st
Miami, FL 33136
Facebook evite.
Free Admission! Roof Top Setting Live Painters, Performances, Models, Fashion Shows, Light Show, Raffles, And Most Importantly A Top Shelf Bar!
Art Basel | The Nudes Collection by Stephanie Panepinto
Friday, December 3rd, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Pinkroom Miami
Pinkroom Miami
739 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
pinkroommiami.com
Art Basel | The Nudes Collection by Stephanie Panepinto
Dancing In Miami At Nikki Music Every Sunday Night
From Dec 5 to Dec 56 2010, From 7 pm to 5 am
Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
www.nikkibeach.com
Every Sunday Night From 7pm to 5am Our most recent addition, Nikki Music, is our weekly Sunday night party providing you with the freshest tracks and entertainment. This week line up features a Special Birthday set by Guest DJ Ivan D, Residents DJ Felipe Kaval, DJ Bruno and DJ Armand Pena, For more information or to book your reservation call 305.538.1111 For reservations table and bottle reservations: viptables@nikkibeach.com
Stereo Love Beach Party
From Dec 4 to Dec 5 2010, From 12 Pm To 5 am
Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Florida 33139
305 538 1111
www.nikkibeach.com
Nikki Beach, the premier luxury lifestyle entertainment group, is pleased to announce that international music sensation Edward Maya will be performing at their Miami Beach location Saturday, December 4 during Miami’s highly anticipated Art Basel art festival. Maya found global fame with his widely adored song, “Stereo Love.†Guests to Nikki Beach will enjoy an all day beach party extravaganza, complete with pulse pounding beats and stunning sunbathers sipping signature Nikki cocktails. Click here to purchase your tickets: www.wantickets.com
City of Hialeah and Dade Medical College to Host a Community Health Fair and Mammography Screening Donation Event in Hialeah
When – Thursday, December 2, 2010, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where – John F. Kennedy Library (190 West 49th Street, Hialeah, FL 33012)
The City of Hialeah and La Liga Contra El Cancer will join Dade Medical College for a community health fair and mammography screening donation event. This event will allow the first 50 women who show up and do not have health insurance or Medicare / Medicaid will receive a complimentary mammography screening to be performed at area hospitals. A press conference is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., where Hialeah Mayor Julio Robaina will deliver opening remarks alongside Dade Medical College CEO Ernesto Perez. The event will feature free chair massages, blood pressure and glucose screenings, educational information and giveaway items. More information is available by calling 305.821.2700.
For more information, please contact the City of Hialeah Communications & Special Events Department at 305-889-5701.
Light up your holidays DURING “FAMILY FRIDAYS AT THE FALLSâ€
The Falls (Center Court)
8888 SW 136th Street, Miami, FL 33176
Series of FREE performances dedicated to celebrating music from around the world set amongst more than one million twinkling lights
The Falls welcomes the winter music concert series, sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay, allowing music lovers to enjoy and experience a multicultural mix of free, open-to-the-public performances under the moonlight every Friday in December, including jazz, bossanova, blues, world music, flamenco, classics, pop melodies and contemporary Latin grooves.
Friday, December 3, 2010 from 6p.m. to 9p.m.
Heavy Shtetl performs traditional klezmer and jewish music
Friday, December 10, 2010 from 6p.m. to 9p.m.
Andares Latin Band performs World dance music
Friday, December 17, 2010 from 6p.m. to 9p.m.
Lucian Williams Jazz Trio performs holiday music
Contact The Falls at (305) 255-4571, visit www.simon.com or become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ShopTheFalls
Rough Draft
12/2/10, 8pm.
Transit Lounge (Red Room)
729 SW 1st Avenue
FREE ENTRY!
We’ll be in the Red Room!
roughdraftinc.com
Only the purest exhibition of art through the sharing and cultivating of the creative process by way of freestyle. You create. It’s Witnessed. We Revolutionize. The music plays and the magic happens.
Get there early to be entered into a Raffle for FREE Drinks & Food
Please bring canned goods and non-perishable items
as we aid “Feeding South Florida”
in their efforts to help those who can’t help themselves.
Creatively. Creating. Creations.
Interested in creating? Contact Rough Draft Inc. info@roughdraftinc.com or (305) 600-3097
http://roughdraftinc.com
Don’t forget to follow us for updates @ROUGHDRAFTINC
You write. You’re a Poet. An Actor/Actress, even. You’re a Visual Artist. You sing. You’re a Musician. You dance. Or you simply appreciate. Rough Draft invites all of you!
There is a catch –the artist will NOT have the ability to dictate the music that they create to. If Jazz is played, the artist will…
Write/Act/Paint/Sing/Speak/Dance/Play, a piece that evokes the tone/sounds/mood of jazz as they will with Rock, Country, House, R&B, Rap, etc.
It is all impromptu and provides other Artists and Appreciators the profound experience of sharing and exploring the creative process.
Angelique Euro Café proudly showcases the original and uplifting art work by local Venezuelan artist, Valentina Ramos.
Thursday, December 2nd , 2010, 6:30pm
117 Miracle Mile Coral Gables, FL. 33134
AngeliqueEuroCafe.com
Facebook: Angelique Euro Café
Twitter: @AngeliqueCafe
Angelique Euro Café Brings Art Basel to the Mile Coral Gables restaurant kicks-off Art Basel & celebrates their one-year anniversary with art work by Valentina Ramos along with their renowned wine tasting series & live music on Thursday, December 2, 2010.
Angelique Euro Café is excited to bring a little piece of Art Basel to Coral Gables on Thursday, December 2, as they proudly showcase the original and uplifting art work by local Venezuelan artist, Valentina Ramos; which will remain in display through the 5th of December. Angelique invites its patrons to celebrate their one-year anniversary and enjoy an evening filled with art, wine and live music beginning at 6:30pm with the sultry notes of RK Duo. At 7pm, the Battle of the Grapes wine tasting will begin as Angelique highlights California’s other grapes.
About Angelique Euro Café: Angelique Euro Café was born in the cobblestone streets of Madrid, the boulevards of Paris and around the fountains in Rome. It embodies the unique and complete European neighborhood cafe experience – a welcoming place where guests can indulge in simple and alluring flavors, sip favorite beverages and socialize with friends. Angelique Euro Cafe serves an eclectic blend of neo-classic European favorites from the Mediterranean Riviera focusing on flavorful preparations of cuisine from Spain, France, Italy and Belgium.
About Valentina Ramos: After 15 years working as a graphic designer, Valentina Ramos started to create other arts and crafts. From these creations, Valentina Design was born: her world of fantasies and dreams; where her uplifting drawings and designs took shape. Valentina enjoys working with different materials, however, black ink is one of the mediums mostly used in her original prints, paintings. Her love for artworks with little, intricate details are a signature of her own drawing style. For more information, please visit www.valentinadesign.com.
Wednesday, 12.1.10 — Incompl te, The art exhibit by *SCPF Miami on December 1, 2010
1688 Meridian Ave, Suite 200
Miami Beach
Video invite: http://vimeo.com/16865444
Incomplete attire required, After-party at Buck15.
707 Lincoln Lane, Miami Beach
Cafeina Presents Three Stooges We Love Honoring Patrick Mcmullan, Brian Antoni & Robert Chambers
12/2/10 At 11 Pm
Cafeina is located at 297 Northwest 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127.
Guests will enjoy complimentary Solerno cocktails till midnight and music by special guest DJ Jeffrey Tonnesen.
Cafeina invites you to celebrate Three Stooges We Love, a night of art, photography & the written word honoring Patrick McMullan, Brian Antoni & Robert Chambers on Thurs., Dec. 2nd at 11 PM. For one-night only, McMullan will showcase So80s on the garden wall, a compilation of classic photos capturing icons of that decade Madonna, Andy Warhol and Liza Minnelli. Antoni will also host a VIP signing of South Beach the Novel and will donate a percentage of book proceeds to The Trevor Project. Sculpture installation by Robert Chambers. RSVP to cafeina@taraink.com. For more information please visit www.cafeinamiami.com.
Eurocinema Cocktail Party and Avenue Montaigne Viewing At Gansevoort Miami Beach
12/1/10 At 8 Pm
Gansevoort Miami Beach is located at 2377 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
RSVP to Eurocinema@taraink.com.
Complimentary Absolut cocktails & Perrier-Jouët champagne till 9 PM, with reduced Absolut cocktails through 11 PM.
Eurocinema, Miami’s newly launched and only foreign film channel available on-demand, will host an Art Basel-inspired cocktail party and viewing of its latest release, Avenue Montaigne on Weds., Dec. 1st at 8 PM at The Rooftop at Gansevoort Miami Beach. Guests will experience the journey of a young woman as she arrives in Paris and embarks on a voyage into her dream world of glamour, luxury and the arts; as the story is projected onto the poolside bar’s main wall and streamed throughout its VIP cabanas. Special guest DJ Joe Dert will spin an open format mix of house and euro-inspired beats. For more information please visit www.eurocinema.com.
Upstairs at Van Dyke: IT’S NOT JUST JAZZ!
DECEMBER 2010
1- MARYEL EPPS
Diva of song & love
2- NICOLE HENRY
Internationally acclaimed Jazz vocalist
3- EVERSOKLEVER
The sounds of big band Swing Rockability, Ska, Jazz, Latin and Blues
4- RHYTHM & BLUES SERIES
IKE & VAL WOODS REVUE
Soul & Blues Revue
5- LA NUEVA ONDA LATINA POP MUSIC SERIES
Los Vecinos De La Noche, Tati Soleil, Wilmer hurtado, Jose Val, Jocelyn Hosted by Adrian Guerra
6- KARINA IGLESIAS
Singer/songwriter
SAMANTHA NATALIE
7- VALERIA PROANO
CD Release party
Sensitive approach that combines today’s global current in Jazz & Latin American music
8- Forward Motion Records Presents
REAL LOVE
Miami pays tribute to John Lennon, 30th anniversary of his passing
9- KCC JAZZ NIGHT SERIES
The TROY ROBERTS QUARTET
Hard swinging straight-ahead Jazz
10- LATIN JAZZ & PERCUSSION SERIES
SAMMY FIGUEROA & LATIN JAZZ EXPLOSION
11- TONY SUCCAR y el Grupo Mixtura
latin. Jazz, a journey through S. AmericA & the Latin Caribbean
12- LATIN JAZZ SERIES
ORIENTE
Afro-Cuban Fusion
13- SOULTHENTIC
Authentic Jazz standards, influenced by all styles, Rock, Classical, Jazz & Electronic music
14- DANA PAUL & his Elektric
Fused Jazztet. Putting vocal artistry to Jazz Fusion
15- THE RESOLVERS
Contemporary reggae music
16- KCC JAZZ NIGHT SERIES
The MUSHY WIDMAIER QUARTET
Fusion of Haitian and modern Jazz idioms
17- SOFY ENCANTO & ELASTIC BOND
18- KCC Productions Presents
TOY DRIVE for MIAMI CHILDRENS’ HOSPITAL FOUNDATIONwith TITO FUENTE, Jr. and his Latin Jazz Ensemble
19- NU SOUL SUNDAY SERIES
LEESA RICHARDS
Soulful ballads, Rock & R&B. Recorded with Lenny Kravitz, Faith Hill, Whitney Houston…
20- JACKSON BUNN
Smooth grooves into Jazz-o-sphere
21- CAT SHELL
A seductive Jazz/Pop sound songstress
22- THE P-LO PROJECT
Jazz, Latin & smooth Jazz
23- KCC Productions & Randy Singer Presents
THE VAN DYKE CHRISTMAS PARTY and JAZZ JAM
Come celebrate with us. Lets us show our gratitude for making all the different music series presented this year successful
24- LANZALLAMAS!
Afro-Latin-America world beat mezcla
25- CUBAN MUSIC SERIES
CONJUNTO PROGRESO
Grammy nominated Cuban son & descargas cubanas
26- SONGWRITER NIGHTS SERIES
Sharin Toribio, Vic Kingsley, Joshua Stedman, Chuck Kirkpatrik, Alicia Toney, Linda Noyes, Lina Marquez hosted by Randy Singer
27- UNDER THE COVERS TRIBUTE SERIES
THE BEETHOSE
Beatles tribute band, perform Sgt. Peppers in its entirety
28- SJ
Acoustic songman
JOSHUA STEDMAN.
Original compositions influences of Sting, Stevie Wonder, Jamiroquai and Seal.
29- KCC Productions Presents
THE ROLANDO GROOSCORS SEXTET
“An incredible guitarist with an amazing musical vocabulary” New Times
30- KCC Productions Presents
FELIPE LAMOGLIA’s
New Directions in Afro-Cuban beats
31- BOBBY STRINGER
Extraordinary Soul & RnB
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st Ave., Miami, FL
Date: Saturday, December 4th
Time: 10pm
Spam Allstars & Artofficial & Overspray – a live 200 ft. mural collaboration – Featuring: Ahol Sniffs Glue, Krave, Gems CP1, Luis Diaz, Remote/53, Junk Roxxx, Pest, Alex Yanes, Ross Ford, NF Romero, Dekal, Ultra, Ruben Ubiera, Tragek, Rekal, Jaime Adrover, JeanPaul mallozzi, Sen, Legend, Charm
Primary Flight And Street.Art.Cycles Present A Curated Bike Tour Through The Streets Of Wynwood During Art Basel Miami Beach
More than 50 Murals to Visit During Three-Mile Tours Based Out of Cafeina
December 2 – 4, 2010
Tours will be held daily December 2 to 4, 2010, beginning at 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.,
Start location: Cafeina, 297 NW 23 Street, Miami
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Primary Flight teams up with Miami’s cycling culture leaders, EMERGE, to present Street.Art.Cycles: Art Basel Edition – a guided exploration through the main streets and back roads of Wynwood Arts District. Street.Art.Cycles will offer bike tours visiting more than 50 significant murals sites by established local and international artists. Guided by Dario Gonzalez and Olga Cano of EMERGE Miami, this initiative offers bikers a curated encounter, providing information about how the outdoor mural movement has taken shape in South Florida over recent years, and with commentary about the featured artists and sites.
Tours will be held daily December 2 to 4, 2010, beginning at 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on a three-mile route originating from Primary Flight base at Cafeina (297 NW 23 Street, Miami). The Green Mobility Network will provide complimentary bicycle valet at Panther Coffee (2390 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami), and bike-checks are a quick, convenient and inexpensive solution to urban mobility. For more information call 305.283.0255 or visit www.primaryflight.com and Street.Art.Cycles on Facebook.
Since 2007, Primary Flight has been dedicated to developing the largest, multi-site, street mural installation in the country. Joined by independent artists, gallerists and developers, Miami’s street movement has rapidly grown into a picturesque collection of outdoor masterpieces. Giving residents and visitors of the Wynwood area a visual experience beyond Art Basel, the innovation behind graffiti culture and urban beautification has become an integral part of the city’s artistic identity.
The graffiti bike tours by Street.Art.Cycle promote cycling as an alternative form of transportation and exercise, creating a simple, effective means of embracing a healthy, community-driven lifestyle. This will be the second bike tour of this kind organized by Primary Flight and Street.Art.Cycle.
Primary Flight is a collaborative curatorial organization dedicated to the production of site-specific, street level, mural installations. Since its inception in 2007, Primary Flight has brought together more than 150 of the world’s most influential artists to install their bodies of work live in the streets of Wynwood, the Design District and greater Miami-Dade. These projects often function as a catalyst for developing arts communities. For more information please visit www.primaryflight.com.
Primary Flight thanks the following organizations for their generous support: The City of Miami and Wynwood Arts District Association; 33Third; Anthony Spinello Gallery; Beats by Dre; Cafeina; Contra; CPOP Gallery; DACRA; JillArt Studios; David Lombardi; Juxtapoz; Metro I Properties; Morgans Hotel Group; MTS; Subversive Media; Katherine and Dan Mikesell and The Fountainhead Residency; The Rushmore Collection; Todd Adel; Causa Design Group; the Margulies Collection; Bakehouse Art Complex; Fred Snitzer Gallery; The Electric Pickle; Martha Cooper; Thea Goldman; Bonnie Clearwater and MOCA; Private Cotton; our Moms and Dads, and last but not least . . . Vandalism.
Soho Arts Pavilion & Lounge – After Party
Saturday, December 4 from 10 PM – late
SAPAL
2151 NW 1st Court
Miami, FL 33127
305-600-4785
Soho Arts Pavilion & Lounge (SAPAL) presents two high-end, late night parties during “Art Basel†week. Both nights will feature a thought-provoking RED CROSS exhibit called “Our World. Your Move.†in a comfortable lounge setting with a full bar. Friday night’s party will feature a fashion show by Maya Swimwear and Splash Beachwear. SAPAL hosts the official ART ASIA after-party on Saturday night, and live band ANR will perform in the SAPAL courtyard. There will also be a sneak preview of our upcoming exhibit, the “KIWI Project†(Kennedy, Indiana, Warhol Initiative) as well as our December 11th “MTV Art Walk.†Sponsored by KANNOA, Ligne Roset, APEROL and SKINNY GIRL Margaritas. Media Sponsor: SocialMiami.com and www.CityofAventurablog.com. Visit www.sohostudiosmiami.com/sapal for more information. Purchase VIP Access tickets at www.wanttickets.com KEYWORD SAPAL.
Arts For A Better World at Soho Studios on Tuesday, November 30, 2010.
Arts For A Better World (“AFABWâ€) is launching its inaugural edition December 1 to 5, 2010 during Art Basel Miami Beach by taking significant steps away from the typical art fair paradigm. The elegantly designed 40,000-square-foot space will showcase 45 artists with more than 400 works, representing 13 countries. A unique partnership with four keynote charities — Save the Children, Water.org, American Red Cross and American Cancer Society — lends access to artistic presentations, such as drawings by kids undergoing cancer treatment, shown alongside acclaimed professional artists. The egalitarian approach in which the curators designed the show reinforces its collective message, and in addition to receiving proceeds from their artwork sales, partner charities will benefit from 5% of sales generated by the entire venture.
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Benrimon Contemporary showcases Trey Speegle’s It’s Later Than You Think at Townhouse Hotel on Tuesday, November 30, 2010.  The mural will be on display Monday November 29th through Wednesday December 1st at the Townhouse Hotel. Speegle’s 8 ½ x 18 foot mural was inspired by a 1950’s vintage paint-by-number panel of Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper and features the words: It’s Later Than You Think.
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EcoArtFashion Week Opening Reception at The Albion Hotel on Tuesday, November 30, 2010. Â EcoArtFashion Week will launch this year during Art Basel 2010 in Miami. Â A week filled with Fashion, Art and Design while creating environmental awareness.
The main exhibition of EcoArtFashion week will feature eco-designs by different artists and fashion designers including Vintage fashion print collection from Europe, Luis Valenzuela /fashion designer (upcycled couture collection), Sharon Lombard/visual artist (one-of-a-kind hats collection from recycled materials), Jorge Parra/photographer (eco-fashion photography), Vintage garments of the private collection of Madeleine Kirsch/fashion icon and collector. The venue will be transformed into a glamorous fusion of the past, present, and the environmentally – conscious future in fashion.
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Masik Live Art Performance at the Marquis Residences on Tuesday, November 30, 2010.  We got to experience The “Awakening†A Live Performance By Masik.
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Julian Lennon Presents Timeless during Art Basel Miami Beach at the New Generation Green Room, Adrienne Arsht Center on Tuesday, November 30, 2010. Â Julian Lennon a renowned musician and cultural icon makes his first South Florida appearance to exhibit a personal collection of classic and contemporary photography.
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Daniel Goldstein Through the Eyes of Love HIV/AIDS Art Exhibition at Miami International University of Art & Design on Tuesday, November 30, 2010.  The exhibit showcased art by San Francisco-based artist Daniel Goldstein, who was the featured artist at the 2010 International AIDS Conference in Vienna, Austria where his sculptures made up of everyday HIV-related objects were highlighted.What an amazing exhibition, wonderful art, fashion and for a great cause.
Miami Beach Community Health Center, a respected not-for-profit comprehensive health care network established in 1977, is proud to present the third installment of its thought-provoking “Through the Eyes of Love†juried art exhibition held in honor of World AIDS Day at Miami International University of Art & Design. The free exhibition is open to the public from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Wed., Dec. 1 through Fri., Dec. 3 and from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 4.
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I almost missed Sculpt Miami but I am glad that I did not. A great event held at Kavachnina Contenporary. A great art gallery held in Wynwood. When I entered the gallery I was amazed of the art work that it brought. Rich in color, on one area of the gallery artworks in red decorated the walls Red is a powerful color but these artworks impacted the area. Other artworks by other artists decorated the gallery.
The fair showcases outstanding large scale indoor and outdoor sculptures by prominent modern artists from around the world. It focuses on the newest aesthetic tendencies in contemporary sculpture highlighting innovative techniques and the use of original materials. Sculpt Miami is the only art space completely dedicated to showcasing contemporary sculpture, making it a vital source for art lovers who wish to discover new developments in modern sculpturing.
A great way to start Art Basel week in Wynwood!
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
On November 29, Ornare hosted the créme-de-la-créme of designers and architects in its fourth Tastemakers Showcase. Located in the heart of the Design District, Ornare’s showroom displayed projects of 21 distinguished architects, designers and builders. In a savoir-faire party, presenting each participant’s work; Ornare welcomed artists, interior designers, architects, collectors, enthusiasts and international spectators.
As soon as I entered the showroom, I knew this was a good party as guest were having a good time sipping on Caipirinhas and tasting the delicious appetizers that was being passed around. Since Leblon Cachaca was one of the sponsors the well known Brazilian drink flowed like never before. It was a very good night to remember.
Congratulations to all the top designers, architects and builders honored in this night.
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
It’s the week of Art Basel and what a great start it had in the great neighborhood of Coconut Grove. Many surrounding galleries opened their doors to what it will be the beginning to a great week full of activities, VIP openings and exhibitions for the yearly international event.
My walk started in the Coconut Grove Arts Fair Gallery where an exhibition called Natural Science was displayed. Many great works of artists on displayed. One my way to Cocowalk, I walked down Grand Avenue and went in AC Fine Art. A variety of Salvador Dahli works were on displayed. As I entered the gallery, I noticed that some renovations were done to make it look neat and organized. A very nice upgrade.
As I ventured into the Mayfair Promenade, I stopped by some artists who had their works being displayed outside. One of the works I found was made out of Buffalo cartilages. There were very nice pieces. I made my way to Artway 66 which the gallery had some very nice works. Very colorful indeed.
Finally we ventured into Rodez Gallery where George Rodez, owner, was displaying the current exhibition called “Exposed” where 11 artists joined forces to create one voice by bearing their souls in an exploration of self-identity through visual art and film. What attracted to me is that the colors were so clear and vibrant. It really blew my mind.
I wanted to explore the other Coconut Grove streets that I never had a chance to venture. One of the galleries was on MacFarlane Road called Max in the Grove. This gallery has a little bit of everything but mostly more modern contemporary art. Some Romero Britto art, small climbers statues, big cermamic art. It was amazing. On our way to Commodore Plaza we wanted to go to Blu Moon Studio of Art. Unfortunately we could not find it but let me talk about it later. Since I could not find the aforementioned gallery, I headed to Commodore Plaza where there were more galleries. On my way there, I stopped into Lulu’s Restaurant for a nice glass of Champagne. It was very tasty.
Off I went to Nomade Art Gallery where a big piece of wooden artwork welcome me as I entered the gallery. It was huge. It looked like a huge skeletal boat. Very interesting. Then I headed off to Cristina Chacon Studio Gallery where the owner gladly showed me some pieces of her current exhibition. On my way back, I was determined to find Blu Moon Studio of Art. It was just around the corner.
I am glad that I did. The owner greeted me with open arms and looked at the various artworks from her artist friends. The studio was small but quaint that served as the perfect venue for the perfect event.
All in all, Coconut Grove was a good place to start Art Basel week. I wish more people attended this first night but I do hope that this will become a yearly tradition. Congratulations Coconut Grove!
Photographs by Betty Alvarez
Saturday, December 4th.
Doors open at 9:00pm
Sunset Lounge at Mondrian, A Morgans Hotel.
RSVP Here.
Giant Step Presents a very special SVEDKA Vodka Session during the week of Art Basel in Miami with performances by Aloe Blacc & The Grand Scheme; Plus Blaqstarr, and an art showcase by renown LA street artist Alec Monopoly. DJs Nick Cohen, Jaime Biden, and Alexandra Richards will be taking turns spinning.
CULTURE CAFÉ
Culture Café is located at the entrance of Design Miami
Meridian Avenue at 19th Street, Miami Beach Convention Center P-Lot
Open from November 30 –December 5 from 12-8pm daily and 12-6pm on Sunday.
The Culture Café will be open during the hours of Design Miami.
The Culture Café is the main hub for food and beverage of the Design Miami pavilion exclusively operated by Shiraz Events featuring themed food and cocktails. The Culture Café is an operation months-in-the making, and Shiraz has been involved each step of the way in the design of the café alongside the Assouline Creative team. The menu is a concept inspired by Shiraz Events VP and Creative Director, Yaniv Cohen and his favorite Parisian café. Features on the menu include two specialty soups, including Roasted Spiced Pumpkin, a selection of salads, artisan sandwiches served on French baguettes, and an assortment of Parisian inspired pastries.
Visual | Dance | visual art & dance collaboration
842 NW 9th Court | Miami, FL 33136 US
Curated by Glexis Novoa & Heather Maloney at Inkub8; Wynwood, December 1-5, 2010.
Calendar
Wednesday December 1, 2010.
9:00 p.m to 10:45 p.m. | Site-specific sound environment by: Gustavo Matamoros.
Performances: Hamlet Lavastida Yali Romagoza and Maritza Molina.
11:00 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. | The after-after party’s show | dance performances:
Letty Bassart Lydia Bittner-Baird Christine Brunel Afua Hall Ivonne Batanero
Heather Maloney Priscilla Marrero & Carlota Pradera and Ilana Reynolds.
Thursday December 2, 2010.
10 a.m. to noon. | Ethereal Lab | Leading artist: Gustavo Matamoros.
9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. | The after-after party’s show |
Hamlet Lavastida and Yali Romagoza.
Friday December 3, 2010.
10 a.m. to noon. | Ethereal Lab | Leading artist: Elizabeth Doud.
9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. | The after-after party’s show |
Hamlet Lavastida and Yali Romagoza.
11:00 p.m. to 11:45 p.m. | The after-after party’s show | dance performances:
Letty Bassart Lydia Bittner-Baird Christine Brunel Afua Hall Ivonne Batanero
Heather Maloney Priscilla Marrero & Carlota Pradera and Ilana Reynolds.
Saturday December 4, 2010.
11:00 a.m. to noon. | Conversations with: Elizabeth Doud Heather Maloney
Gean Moreno Yali Romagoza and Glexis Novoa.
9:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. | The after-after party’s show |
VJ sesion with Consuelo Castañeda.
Sunday December 5, 2010.
10 a.m. to noon. | Ethereal Lab | Leading artist: Maritza Molina.
9:00 p.m to 10:45 p.m. | Performances: Hamlet Lavastida and Yali Romagoza
Read more…
The “after-after” Basel party is about dance; http://www.knightarts.org/community/miami/the-after-after-basel-party-is-all-about-dance
Inkub8 alternative studio space is pleased to present Visual Dance, an event which will present works that, while formally classified as dissimilar media, share similar structural methodologies. A brief compilation of the work of contemporary dance developed at Inkub8 will share SPACE+TIME+EVENTS with works by visual artists who focus their interest on event- and process-based modes of production. The program will include a series of open sessions, titled Ethereal Labs, in which experimental collaborations between visual artists and dancers centered of the use of different scenographic media–light, projections, sound and actions–will take place.
Consuelo Castañeda is showing For Rent @ as, a preview of work in progress that will be inaugurated at The Americas Society, NYC (spring 2011). It’s inspired by images from Andrei Tarkovsky’s films, and operating resources such as sound, light, video, film, internet terminals. Yali Romagoza and Hamlet Lavastida, artists who reside in Havana, will perform versions of works which first appeared at the 2010 Liverpool Biennial.
Gustavo Matamoros, a sound artist and community organizer whose work was recently included in the New Works Miami 2010 exhibit at Miami Art Museum, will organize an extended duration sound environment designed to explore the acoustical signature of the Inkub8 space. The collaborative team Gean Moreno & Ernesto Oroza undertakes a site-specific, functional project for the space that induces the interaction of visitors.
Visual | Dance is conceived as an “after-after Art Basel’s parties” late evening sessions consist of a program of contemporary dance performances, including works in progress, developed through Inkub8r (open-studio series) and repertoire pieces.
Leo Matiz Photography At Ideobox Artspace
Opening: November 30, 2010
Ideobox Artspace/ SaludArte Foundation
2417 North Miami Avenue
Miami, Florida
Paris Éternel: Feux de La Liberté 1944, Leo Matiz
Paris Éternel: Feux De La Liberté 1944 proves incontrovertibly how unique was the eye of Leo Matiz (Aracataca, Magdalena, 1917; Bogotá, 1998) one of the greatest legends in the history of photography. This collection of thirty-one photographs is a dazzling stock of geometric figures as they arise and die on the Parisian night sky, captured by the artist on August 25, 1944.
On abstract geometry, Paris Éternel: Feux De La Liberté, an exhibition promoted by the Leo Matiz Foundation, in collaboration with SaludArte Foundation, and curated by Alejandra Matiz, will be inaugurated on November 30 at Miami’s Ideobox Artspace, displaying what is probably Leo Matiz’s most celebrated work: thirty-one photographs that witness the fireworks taking place, the night of August 25, 1944, to celebrate the liberation of Paris. In this work, the Colombian master shows how it is possible to dance the night away while taking pictures of these fireworks, still so alive nowadays. Printed especially for sale on the occasion of this exhibition, a catalog with a foreword by Miguel Ãngel Flórez Góngora, one of the most remarkable experts on Leo Matiz’s work in the world, and a portfolio with photographs, printed in negative and positive, picked by Alejandra Matiz, in a limited edition of eleven copies. This exhibition, featuring work which has been absolutely unpublished till now, definitely establishes Leo Matiz as an important visual artist of the 20th century history, and as one among the great precursors of modern photography.
Under the Presidency and Direction of Alejandra Matiz, daughter of the late Colombian artist, Leo Matiz Foundation is a non-profit organization working since 1988 to preserve, manage and publicize Leo Matiz’s visual and human legacy. LM Foundation’s initiative to bring the work of Leo Matiz to new audiences, employing new techniques, which are encompassed to the trends of the current artistic universe. Leo Matiz Archives headquarters are located in Dorissa Building, Miami (2751 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127).
Works by Leo Matiz can be found at some of the most relevant art collections throughout the world such as: Museum of Modern Art in New York, the National Anthropology Museum in Mexico City, the Museum of Latin American Art in Los Angeles, the Organization of American States Fund in Washington D. C., the Photography Museum in Bergamo (Italy), the National Museum of Colombia, and the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris preserve part of his legacy. SaludArte Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in Miami in 2003, for the purpose of joining the art and medical worlds for developing, educational, artistic cultural events for the benefit of children in low income communities, throughout Ibero America. SaludArte also has chapters in Spain and Venezuela, working jointly with many similar altruistic organizations and hospitals.
Saludarte Foundation
Ideobox Artspace
Jennifer LaMaide
jennifer@saludarte.org
Telephone: (USA) 305 576 9878
Leo Matiz Foundation and Leo Matiz Archives Miami
www.leomatiz.org
Thursday | Dec. 2nd | 8pm
1421 South Miami Avenue | Brickell | Miami, FL | 33131
Supermodel Cindy Taylor
along with Fashion TV’s international models
-presents-
“Fashion Experience Tour 2010 – MIAMI”
*Happy Hour & Dinner @ Segafredo Brickell*
*Exclusive Fashion Show @ Spazio Nero*
*LIVE Photo Shoot & Coverage by FTV*
-reservations highly suggested-
Space is limited due to high demand.
Reservations are strongly recommended.
For dinner/couches at Segafredo contact 305.577.9809.
For tables/bottles at Spazio Nero contact 786.363.8571.
@SegafredoBrkl | @SpazioNero
www.sze-miami.com | www.spazionero.com
Fountain Art Exhibition – New Times Party
2505 N. Miami Ave at the corner of 25th St., Miami, FL
Sat. Dec. 4
$10 cover: also gets you in all weekend
Tues. Nov 30, 10-midnight
The Vagabond
30 NE 14th Street
Miami, FL
Free w/New Times Mention
New Times and The Vagabond team up to bring you a night of music, art and fun just in time to kick-off Art Basel!
Hosted by MC Marcus Blake, Rod Deal and the Stone Groove Family
Poets. Musicians. Thought Provokers.
Doors open at 10 pm.
$4 Sam Adams Draft. $5 Jameson.
Live performances by 3rd Party. Raffa Jo Harris. Community Property. Richard Harvey. And more!
GAB Studio presents: Artist
During Art Basel weekend in Miami. December 2 – 5, 2010
12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m
GAB Studio
105 Northwest 23rd Street
Miami, FL 33127
www.gabstudio.com
marguliesagency.com
A Special Jazz Night on December 4th,7pm- 12am
featuring Shira with Double J and the Legendary DJ George
GAB Studio shows a collection of varied emerging artists who aspire to make our visitors understand the relationship between an artist and his or her medium. The group consists of painters, photographers, mixed media and graffiti writers. GAB Studio will draw your attention on an international level.
Our artists will present some of the finest work you will see outside of the Convention Center. The gallery will have its eccentric group of artists on hand to take the time to talk to visitors and show their thought processes behind their art and their medium. Some of the artists will be painting live murals throughout the city and will let you come and watch the process of art while it is happening.
The artists participating in our show will be: Alex Yanes (painter), Ross Ford (painter), Bridges Aderhold (photographer), Greg Pitts (painter), Alan Stewart (mixed media), Carlos Alves (mixed media), Jaime Adrover (painter), Lorie Setton (painter), Cp1 (graffiti), Brian Buzzella (painter), James Brutus (painter), and Ian Swain (painter).
Expect eye-catching visual artwork on the outside of the building. GAB Studio has graffiti murals that have been painted by local graffiti writers and will have 30 ft. tall balls of joy.
We look forward to hosting visitors to our great city and art lovers from around the world.
GAB Studio will be open from December 2 – 5, 2010 during Art Basel weekend from 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. If you would like more info you can visit www.gabstudio.com
For more information about local openings and events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com
Las Caras Perdidas: The Lost Faces Art Basel Miami:
December 3 – 4, 2010, 7:00 pm -1:00 a.m.
Carousel Studios
3700 NE 1st Court
Miami, FL 33137
www.paisleydee.com
Paisley Dee is a photographer out of Miami, FL. She is having a solo-show during Art Basel exhibiting her work “Las Caras Perdidas: The Lost Faces” , which features images of the indigenous and local people from her travels throughout South America.
At the same location, local designer Hassan Pierre with WISB* is having a Pop-Up Shop featuring his all organic and sustainable eco-friendly line of luxurious women’s ready to wear clothing.
Walgreens Book Signing Party Featuring Former Miami Beach Mayor Alex Daoud
December 4, 2010, 11am-3pm
Walgreens 501 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
501 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida
www.sinsofsouthbeach.com
HOLIDAY PARTY AND BOOK SIGNING AT WALGREENS 5TH & COLLINS SATURDAY DECEMBER 4, 11:00AM TO 3:00PM FEATURING FORMER MIAMI BEACH MAYOR ALEX DAOUD
Miami Beach, FL /November 29, 2010 -Alex Daoud, three-time mayor of Miami Beach will sign copies of his controversial expose, “Sins of South Beach” at Florida’s largest, newly opened Walgreens at 501 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach on December 4th from 11-3 p.m. The event is free, open to the public, and will feature music and food.
“An astonishing exposé on Miami Beach by one of the city’s most beloved mayors,” says New York Times best-selling author Steven Gaines. “The revelations are stunning-sex, corruption, police misconduct, villains and heroes.”
“Sins of South Beach” is Alex Daoud’s portrait of the city he led for three terms as mayor during the anything-goes ’80s – when “cocaine cowboys” slaughtered each other in bloody drug wars and refugees from the Mariel Boatlift, many released by Fidel Castro from his worst jails and insane asylums, terrorized the predominately elderly Jewish population of Miami Beach. It’s the story of a city’s renaissance and the crime and corruption, which fueled it. Daoud was a driving force behind the rebirth of the city.
“Sins of South Beach” has been acquired for cinematic release by Cinepro Pictures. The movie will be produced by internationally renowned filmmaker Philippe Martinez. His credits include over 30 films including Modigliani starring Andy Garcia. The world premier of the movie will be in South Beach.
“Sins of South Beach” is now available at the seven Walgreens conveniently located throughout Miami Beach. On December 4th the public will get to meet the charismatic former mayor turned author and purchase autographed copies of his book that will soon be a major motion picture.
Double Vision
December 2-3, 11am-7pm
Gansevoort South Beach
Sharing Stories, Themes, and Style—Presented by Refinery29, Art+Culture Editions and Starbucks
Featuring emerging artists, including Poppy de Villeneuve, Leslie Shows, Amelia Bauer, Brion Nuda Rosch, Kava Gorna, Tina Tyrell and Brent Steen, Double Vision spotlights the intersection of stories, themes, and distinctive styles represented by some of the art world’s most exciting innovators. This uncommon show will mirror the Surrealist game of Exquisite Corpse, with the works connecting for a moment and then carrying on their own thoughts, all to be united in their incongruities by a few select elements. As the name implies, the works—individually and collectively—emit a somewhat surreal quality that has the viewer squinting for a clearer view of the presentation, inspiring lots of double-takes. Further accentuating the method and meaning of shipping—sending a message or story from one place to another—all of Double Vision’s works will be presented on shipping crates.
The Surfcomber Hotel
1717 Coliins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
Thursday, December 2 · 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Friday, December 3 · 6:00pm – 11:00pm
R.S.V.P. monique.pellerin@hilton.com
You are cordially invited to join the artists Janinne Alter and Pablo Ricatti at special showings of their paintings, drawings and prints.
Enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres from Terrazos Restaurant & music by DJ Vidal
Janinne’s work will be available for purchase
www.janinneart.com
www.ricattiart.com
Valet parking available
Pablo Ricatti
“Lions are beautiful, magnanimous creatures. To me, simply put, they represent strength and love. Their majestic peace is something I’ve always related to and gravitated towards. Creating this series was very fun and light, yet it intimately expresses how I feel about those closest to me. There are 11 total pieces in the series. Each piece was inspired by one and/or multiple people in my life and came naturally over the course of about 2 years. They’re all mixed media.. Drawn with pencil on wood and painted with airbrush acrylics, chalks, stains and partially coated with polyurethane.â€
Hope International Presents Gold For Life 2010 and hosted By The Jills® & Hope Gainer on Monday, November 29, 2010.  Give a gift of gold to “A Gift For Life†foundation which funds research for pediatric cancer founded by Paula Roldos and “United Aliens Artists†fund which teaches art to underprivileged children around the world founded by Olga Ortiz Mera.
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The Base Paint Tents For The Children Of Haiti on Monday, November 29, 2010. Â Fundacion Manos Del Sur and Step By Step Foundation unite under the artistic direction of artist Antuan to present an exhibition of The Base Paint Tents during the week of Art Basel Miami Beach 2010 .
The Base Paint Tents is a project of ten tents being transformed into ten works of art by artists from around the world. The tents will ultimately function as multi-purpose classrooms in earthquake-ravaged Haiti for the children of Atlet Peyi Dayiti in Port-au-Prince. At almost a year after the devastating earthquake, this exhibition is a call for attention to the reality of a country that tries to carry on with life as usual, still amid ruins and tent towns.
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Knight Arts Challenge Reception at the Knight Concert Hall, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Art on Monday, November 29, 2010.
This marked the third year of Knight Foundation’s five-year, $40 million investment help make art anywhere in South Florida.  The Knight Foundation believes in Miami as a cultural destination and in art as a way to bind the community.
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Knight Foundation Awards Infuse South Florida Arts Scene with $3.8 million
Miami-Dade Schools to Offer Cultural Field Trip in Every Grade; Unique Miami Stories Will Be Told in Film; Haitian Art Traditions Promoted Through Local Training Program
Embodying South Florida’s creative spirit, 27 ideas received $3.8 million today as part of the 2010 Knight Arts Challenge Miami, a community-wide contest to bring South Florida together through the arts.
The winners of the contest, created by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, include projects to:
· Expose 130,000 Miami-Dade County students to South Florida’s cultural gems through a field trip each year – doubling the current number of participants.
· Shape South Florida’s cinematic identity by funding the Borscht Film Festival to commission original films telling unique Miami stories.
· Recapture and promote Haitian art through a youth training program in Homestead that teaches students to create traditional works.
In just three years, Knight Foundation has invested $17.5 million in Arts Challenge projects – an amount that local arts supporters will double with matching funds.
“The arts have always had a transformational impact on our sense of community,” said Alberto Ibargüen, president and CEO of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. “They move us, shape us, bring us together and show what we can be – and everyday Knight Arts Challenge winners are adding to that momentum.”
The 2010 winners include individual artists like William Stewart, a former percussionist for the top reggae band Third World, emerging groups like The PlayGround Theatre and some of the county’s largest institutions.
Their ideas will promote creative writing among students young and old, help more groups perform on Gusman Center’s historic stage and create an exhibition space for sound art on Lincoln Road. (A full list is below.)
“Anyone can apply to the Knight Arts Challenge. The only requirement is that they have a great idea. Tonight’s winners show South Florida has an abundance of them,†said Dennis Scholl, Knight Foundation’s vice president/arts.
The contest’s success inspired Knight Foundation to launch a national arts program, which invests in projects that enrich and engage eight communities across the United States. The cities include Detroit, San Jose and Philadelphia, which now has its own Knight Arts Challenge contest.
Among the national program’s signature efforts is Random Acts of Culture, which brings performers out of symphony halls and into the streets and people’s everyday lives. Some 1,000 Random Acts of Culture will be performed over the next three years in Miami and the other seven cities.
The Knight Arts Challenge, a matching grant program, will open again in early 2011 to accept the fourth round of applicants.
To find out more about Knight’s arts program, or to sign up for e-mail updates, visit www.knightarts.org.
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation advances journalism in the digital age and invests in the vitality of communities where the Knight brothers owned newspapers. Knight Foundation focuses on projects that promote informed and engaged communities and lead to transformational change. For more, visit www.knightfoundation.org.
Knight Arts Challenge 2010 Winners
Recipient: Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Project: M-DCPS Cultural Passport
Award: $1 million
Summary: To help Miami-Dade students experience South Florida’s cultural richness, the school board will sponsor an arts field trip in every grade. The Cultural Passport program will reach more than 130,000 public school students – or twice the number that participate now. An advisory board representing the cultural, business and educational communities will work together to help coordinate the program. New curricular materials will educate students about the cultural arts they will experience, and teachers will lead activities in the classroom to engage students before and after the arts field trip. The project aims to instill a love and understanding of arts and culture in young people – and to support the long-term future of the arts.
Bio: Miami-Dade County Public Schools provides the highest quality education
 so that all students are empowered to lead productive and fulfilling 
lives as lifelong learners and responsible citizens. The school
 district’s core values are excellence, integrity, equity and 
citizenship. Miami-Dade County Public Schools is committed to 
educational excellence for all.
Recipient: University of Miami
Project: Henry Mancini Institute – Outbound
Award: $500,000
Summary: To expose new audiences to great music, the University of Miami will create a community engagement program featuring its Henry Mancini Institute’s multigenre orchestra. The orchestra will bring its blend of stylistically diverse music to such community venues as Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, the Knight Concert Hall at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and the U.M. Gusman Concert Hall. The program also will include two free community concerts featuring new works by U.M. Frost School of Music students, faculty and guest artists, and a dozen mixed-genre concerts at select public schools.
Bio: The Phillip and Patricia Frost School of Music is a world-class music institution with 100 faculty members and 700 students located on the Coral Gables campus of the University of Miami. The mission of the Frost School of Music is to foster musical leadership by providing an innovative, relevant and inspiring education; advance performance, creativity and scholarship; and enrich the world community with meaningful outreach and brilliant cultural offerings. The Frost School is the exclusive home of the Henry Mancini Institute, which provides students with cross-genre performance opportunities in real-world professional settings, and the Bruce Hornsby Creative American Music Program, which develops the creative skills of talented young artist-songwriters by immersing them in the diverse traditions of American songwriting.
Recipient: City of Miami Beach
Project: Sleepless Night 2011
Award: $200,000
Summary: The city of Miami Beach will inspire and bring South Florida together with a third Sleepless Night festival featuring indoor and outdoor art and performances across Miami Beach. The 13-hour festival, to be observed at the end of daylight saving time 2011, will feature more than 150 performances, exhibits and cultural events at more than 80 locations, including five outdoor stages. As many as 150,000 attendees are expected to share a newfound sense of community as they mingle and experience the work of 300 artists. The festival also aims to stimulate tourism and the local economy by attracting crowds to the city.
Bio: Miami Beach’s cultural affairs program sustains, develops and supports the arts in Miami Beach for the enjoyment and education of residents and visitors.
Recipient: Borscht Film Festival
Project: Redefining Miami in Film
Award: $150,000
Summary: To shape Miami’s cinematic identity, the Borscht Film Festival will showcase and create original films that tell unique Miami stories. The festival will issue an open call for local filmmakers to join them in the process, and will provide financial and professional support for producing the films created annually. After they are completed, the films will be available online, shown at the Borscht Film Festival and made available to national and international film festivals.
Bio: The Borscht Film Festival, established in 2004, is Miami’s fresh local independent film fest. It commissions and showcases films by emerging artists that tell Miami stories that go beyond the typical portrayal of a beautiful but vapid party town, forging the cinematic identity of the city both locally and globally. The Borscht festival has been called “Miami’s best film festival” by Miami New Times and “Miami alt-culture summit” by The Miami Herald.
Recipient: DawnTown
Project: Architecture Contest
Award: $150,000
Summary: To explore innovative architecture, DawnTown will sponsor an annual architectural contest resulting in the creation of a temporary structure. The organization will solicit nominations of architects from around the world who are working with innovative styles, techniques or materials. One winner will be awarded a budget to design a temporary structure to be built on a Miami site. The structure will demonstrate the winner’s innovation and attract people to experience architecture and their community with fresh eyes.
Bio: DawnTown’s mission is to strengthen the connection between Miami and innovative architecture. DawnTown is a partnership among institutions and individuals who recognize that innovative architecture can enrich our lives but is rarely experienced. The partners thus dedicate their time and talents to generating excitement for innovative architecture by organizing competitions, promoting events and generally supporting the community of architects and architecture fans in Miami.
Recipient: Florida Grand Opera Inc.
Project: Opera Free for All – Part Two
Award: $150,000
Summary: To continue cultivating a new audience for opera, Florida Grand Opera will offer discount tickets to winners and entrants in last winter’s Knight-supported drawing for free tickets to Carmen. The opera company will reach out to winners and entrants in the 2010 ticket giveaway, offering them discounted tickets to performances in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. The ticket offer will be part of a marketing campaign, with an online survey, that will target the nearly 11,000 contest entrants. Survey results will help the company know what kind of incentives people need to become part of Miami’s faithful opera audience.
Bio: Florida Grand Opera (FGO) is the seventh oldest opera company in the United States, founded in 1941 in Miami and 1945 in Fort Lauderdale. FGO is the Southeast’s first regional opera company – created May 31, 1994, by the merger of founding companies Greater Miami Opera and the Opera Guild of Fort Lauderdale. It is the 12th largest opera company in the nation with a budget that has grown from $1,200 in 1941 to a projected $11 million for 2010-11. FGO is categorized by OPERA America as one of 10 Level I opera companies. Each season, more than 60,000 people attend main-stage opera performances in Miami and Fort Lauderdale, and thousands more experience FGO through free-to-the-public outreach programs and events. FGO’s educational programs reach 11,000 students annually.
Recipient: Florida International University
Project: Creative Writing Fellowship Program
Award: $150,000
Summary: To advance South Florida’s literary community, Florida International University will create a fellowship program in creative writing for graduate students in the fine arts. Eight Knight Fellows will receive an annual stipend for three years as they participate in a range of community activities, including teaching creative writing in Miami-Dade public schools, coordinating a reading series and representing FIU and South Florida at national writers conferences. The fellowship program aims to help attract America’s top young writers to South Florida and generate creativity within Miami’s arts community.
Bio: Florida International University is Miami-Dade County’s first public, four-year research university. With more than 38,000 students, 1,000+ full-time faculty members and more than 135,000 alumni, FIU is recognized as one of the nation’s largest universities based on enrollment. FIU offers more than 200 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs in its colleges and schools. As the heart of FIU, the College of Arts & Sciences plays a vital role in the intellectual, cultural and civic life of local, national and international communities. The college provides an educational foundation that prepares students to be successful and engaged citizens in a global society.
Recipient: Funding Arts Broward
Project: New Work Award
Award: $150,000
Summary: To cultivate new arts audience in Broward County, Funding Arts Broward will establish three annual Knight New Work Awards for cutting-edge visual and performing arts projects. An advisory panel of arts professionals will help the group’s board review applications for the award. Each award recipient will give a free artistic demonstration, performance, master class or other presentation in an under-served Broward community. The project aims to increase audience enthusiasm and experience in the arts, draw new talent to the area and result in more sophisticated, ambitious works from the award winners.
Bio: Funding Arts Broward Inc. is a nonprofit arts organization committed to preserving and cultivating the arts in Broward County. FAB! was formed in response to the need for private financial support following drastic government budget cuts in the arts. Each FAB! member contributes $1,000 annually to the arts support fund and votes in the yearly competition that awards grants to nonprofit visual and performing arts organizations in Broward County. FAB! members review applications, view the artists’ works and hold extensive discussions to select proposals from local artists and art organizations.
Recipient: The Rhythm Foundation
Project: Big Night in Little Haiti
Award: $125,000
Summary: To showcase Haitian music, the Rhythm Foundation will produce a monthly concert series in Little Haiti featuring the country’s diverse rhythms. The free series will include performances in such venues as restaurants, art studios and other cultural centers. The concerts will allow Haitian artists to reach a larger audience and will showcase the broad and rich culture of Little Haiti, including its food, music and fine arts. The project also will help unify the community and attract South Floridians to the neighborhood, creating a broader audience for retail businesses and the Little Haiti Cultural Center. Interactive components on a website will use social media to generate interest and gauge impact.
Bio: The Rhythm Foundation, a Miami-based nonprofit cultural organization, is the foremost presenter of world music in Florida. Founded in 1988 with the goal of increasing international awareness through live music, the Rhythm Foundation has presented more than 400 concerts, events and festivals by established and innovative artists from around the world. Special focus is given to those cultures connecting to South Florida audiences – music from Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and Europe. Many of the world’s established music legends have made their U.S. or Florida debuts with The Rhythm Foundation. Recognized as one of the top world music presenters in North America, the organization has built strong name recognition and a dedicated audience over the last 22 years. Its success is due to the selection of premiere artists and consistent quality of production.
Recipient: Bass Museum of Art
Project: Curatorial Fellowships
Award: $100,000
Summary: To foster dialogue within the Miami arts community, the Bass Museum of Art will create three one-year curatorial fellowships in contemporary art. This project will offer hands-on training to emerging curators or recent master of arts graduates. Among other activities, the fellows will conduct studio visits and gather materials to help the museum develop a complete archive on Miami artists. They will also help create an outdoor art program for Collins Park. In addition, the fellows will develop programming and contemporary artists’ projects for display in the Bass’ small-project room, called The Cabinet, and facilitate an educational lecture series for museum members.
Bio: Located in Miami Beach, the Bass Museum of Art offers a dynamic year-round calendar of exhibitions presenting contemporary art, works of art from its permanent collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings, sculpture and textiles, and newly opened Egyptian Gallery. Artist’s projects, educational programs, lectures, concerts and free family days complement the works on view. Founded in 1963 when the City of Miami Beach accepted a collection of Renaissance and Baroque works of art from collectors John and Johanna Bass, the collection was housed in an Art Deco building designed in 1930 by Russell Pancoast. Architect Arata Isozaki designed an addition to the museum that doubled its size from 15,000 to 35,000 square feet between 1998 and 2002.
Recipient: Centro Cultural Brasil-USA da Florida
Project: Interactive Oscar Niemeyer Exhibit
Award: $100,000
Summary: To expose South Floridians to the mind of the Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, Centro Cultural Brasil-USA da Florida will produce an interactive exhibit showcasing his creative process. The Niemeyer exhibition at Miami’s Freedom Tower will aim to enrich Miami culturally and enhance the city’s appeal as a global cultural destrination. A collaboration with the schools of architecture at the University of Miami and Florida International University, the project will feature lectures by professors to the architectural community and the general public. Middle and high school students will receive special tours of the exhibition.
Bio: The Centro Cultural Brasil-USA da Florida is a nongovernmental, not-for-profit organization established in 1997 with a mission to disseminate Brazilian culture in South Florida and strengthen the ties between Florida and Brazil.
Recipient: Friends of Gusman
Project: Gusman Center Stage Access
Award: $100,000
Summary: In an effort to attract resident companies of high artistic quality, Friends of the Gusman will create the Theater Rental Subsidy Fund. Over one year, three to five resident companies working in a variety of genres will perform at the Gusman Center as resident companies. They will enjoy theater and equipment rental subsidies, regular rehearsal time and priority booking in advance for new users. The project will allow cultural producers in South Florida to gain access to an exceptional and competitively priced venue located in the heart of downtown Miami.
Bio: Friends of Gusman is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization affiliated with the Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts. With the oversight of a dedicated volunteer board of directors, Friends functions as a support organization to the staff of the theater. It works to advance and promote the theater through activities including preservation, restoration, operation, fund raising and marketing. Friends aims to preserve and promote this dynamic, historic community theater for the benefit of its resident companies, artists, patrons and surrounding community.
Recipient: Miami Art Museum
Project: “The Record†Exhibition Outreach
Award: $100,000
Summary: To enhance an exhibition on the role of art in vinyl record covers, Miami Art Museum will create an outreach series of performance, lectures and other events. “The Record,†to be presented in a 5,000-square-foot gallery and include work in a variety of media, will help the museum make contemporary art more appealing to a younger, music-oriented crowd. Related programs will embrace the range of musical cultures in Miami, from techno to Latin to hip-hop. On-site events will include gallery talks, performances, record swaps and other interactive sessions. The museum will collaborate with clubs, music stores and alternative spaces for off-site events, including DJ performances and artists who use music in their work.
Bio: Miami Art Museum is dedicated to collecting and exhibiting international art of the 20th and 21st centuries, with an emphasis on the art of the Atlantic Rim – the region from which most Miami residents hail, including the Americas, Europe and Africa. Miami Art Museum’s educational programming reaches more than 30,000 people every year. The new Miami Art Museum at Museum Park, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, is scheduled to open in 2013. In its new facility, MAM will have additional room to showcase the museum’s growing collections, an expanded exhibition space and a state-of-the-art educational complex.
Recipient: Miami Hispanic Ballet
Project: Miami Hispanic Cultural Arts Center
Award: $100,000
Summary: To culturally enrich the region, Miami Hispanic Ballet will create the Miami Hispanic Cultural Arts Center, offering multidisciplinary programming in Little Havana. The ballet group will hire instructors to offer high-quality classes, including comprehensive and progressive training in classical ballet, modern dance, flamenco, jazz and lyrical dance for ages six through adult. The cultural arts center also will hold Spanish-language theater production and literary workshops, and host up to six visual arts and historical exhibitions annually, as well as provide after-school and summer programs to underserved Hispanic communities.
Bio: Miami Hispanic Ballet (MHB) was incorporated in July 1993, as a not-for- profit dance organization. The company’s mission is to encourage excellence in dance, support artistic and cultural diversity and increase the opportunities for people to experience classical and contemporary dance forms. The organization is committed to developing and educating audiences in the appreciation of dance through the production and presentation of high quality events and educational programs. MHB has produced and presented major ballet performances of proven artistic excellence, and has hosted for 15 years the Annual International Ballet Festival of Miami. In 2009, Miami Hispanic Ballet received funds from Miami-Dade County to purchase a property in the heart of Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood. This facility will provide MHB with a permanent home, the Miami Hispanic Cultural Art Center that will be devoted to promoting dance and offering a variety of programs and activities throughout the year.
Recipient: The PlayGround Theatre
Project: The Red Thread
Award: $100,000
Summary: To foster understanding of Chinese culture, the PlayGround Theatre will produce the world premiere of a children’s production based on an ancient folktale. An estimated 16,000 children, teachers, family members and others will make up the audiences for 62 performances of The Red Thread, a play inspired by Chinese folklore. Study guides, available online and in the theater, will help teachers present pre- and post-performance classroom activities designed to maximize the play’s academic and creative impact. The theater also will conduct workshops with PlayGround actors in schools, parks and community events to introduce students to live theater and create interest in PlayGround productions.
Bio: The PlayGround Theatre creates high-quality, innovative theatre for South Florida’s children and their families. Founded in 2004, the company has produced nine plays that delight, provoke and inspire audiences of all ages and abilities. The shows reflect the international flavor of the South Florida community and expose audiences to the literature, art, and culture of England, Italy, China and beyond. The Theatre Inclusion Program ensures that performances are accessible to all children and adults, and workshops, classes and camps provide a variety of theater education opportunities in parks, schools and hospitals as well as at PlayGround’s own venue.
Recipient: WDNA-FM 88.9 Public Radio
Project: Close Encounters of the Jazz Kind
Award: $100,000
Summary: To provide new opportunities for jazz musicians young and old, WDNA-FM 88.9 Public Radio will create a venue for them to jam together both in front of an audience and on air. The WDNA Jazz Gallery project will focus on facilitating cross-cultural and cross-generational encounters in music, visual and audio arts, and will highlight the talent of Miami’s diverse jazz community. The gallery space will offer free or discounted admission to events, which can accommodate 50 to 100 people. The project also will host a monthly Latin jazz concert, listening sessions, high school jazz band projects, film screenings and fine arts concerts.
Bio: WDNA 88.9FM is South Florida’s only independent public radio station providing quality music, arts and cultural programming for three decades. In an ever-changing radio landscape, WDNA remains committed to Jazz (America’s classical music), to alternative voices and to the marriage of entertainment and enrichment. Community outreach initiatives include the Miami Jazz Film Festival, Fine Arts Concert Series, Jazz Encounters and other in-house humanities programs.
Recipient: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
Project: Masterworks Collection
Award: $90,000
Summary: To increase exposure to innovative art, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County will commission a work annually as the poster image for its Masterworks Classical Music and Dance series. The limited-edition print will commemorate a series of concerts and performances that showcases the best in classical music and dance at the center. The project will generate a greater presence for visual art at the Adrienne Arsht Center and will help build its reputation as a dynamic arts destination, making the visual arts as much of a reason to visit the center as music, ballet or theater.
Bio: The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is one of the world’s leading performing arts organizations and venues. Made possible by Miami-Dade County’s largest public-private-sector partnership, the center plays host to three resident companies (Florida Grand Opera, Miami City Ballet and New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy), in addition to numerous South Florida arts organizations that perform in its theaters regularly. Since opening in 2006, the center has emerged as a leader in offering and presenting world-class programming that mirrors South Florida’s diversity, as a catalyst for development in Miami, and as a host of influential community and educational programs.
Recipient: South Florida Folklife Center, HistoryMiami
Project: Folk Artist-in-Residence
Award: $90,000
Summary: To raise the profile of the folk and traditional arts, HistoryMiami’s South Florida Folklife Center will create an artist-in-residence program where artists showcase their work and interact with the public. The residents will participate in monthly programs for the general public and school children. Recorded interviews, video and other documentation of the artists’ work will be preserved as part of HistoryMiami’s folklife collection. The project aims to strengthen the position of the center as South Florida’s leading organization dedicated to documenting, presenting and supporting the region’s traditional arts and culture.
Bio: HistoryMiami is the premier cultural institution committed to gathering, organizing, preserving and celebrating the elements that show how Miami has become the unique crossroads of the Americas. Through exhibitions, city tours, education, research, collections and publications, HistoryMiami advocates for helping everyone understand the importance of the past in shaping Miami‘s future. The South Florida Folklife Center, a division of HistoryMiami, documents, presents and supports the region’s traditional arts and culture.
Recipient: South Florida Composers Alliance
Project: The Listening Gallery
Award: $75,000
Summary: To foster the appreciation and understanding of sound art, the South Florida Composers Alliance will create a publically accessible exhibition space at ArtCenter South Florida on Lincoln Road. The Listening Gallery, a 24-channel installation, will pipe sound art outside the ArtCenter to the seven million pedestrians who annually stroll Lincoln Road. The project will include curated exhibits and educational outreach programs, and will work in partnership with Art Basel, Sleepless Night and other cultural festivals. A new website will host a sound archive, list details about the exhibits and stream related audio files. The Listening Gallery aims to create opportunities for cultural exchange in the sound arts community worldwide.
Bio: Founded in 1985, South Florida Composers Alliance Inc. (SFCA) is a sound arts organization with the mission to support creative work with sound through projects like iSAW (interdisciplinary Sound Arts Workshop), and to nurture awareness and understanding of experimental music and sound art through programs such as Subtropics Experimental Music and Sound Arts Festival. In the past two years, the alliance has shifted its mission to one that makes sound art easily accessible to large audiences by staging high quality experimental music and sound art experiences where people already gather. In its first season, the alliance’s Frozen Music installation-performances were experienced by more than three times the audience of 20 years of Subtropics Festivals.
Recipient: ArtSouth
Project: From Rubble to Resurrection
Award: $50,000
Summary: To recapture and promote Haiti’s cultural traditions, ArtSouth will create a youth training program in Homestead led by experts on Haitian art. Some 250 youths recruited from South Florida-based Haitian-American organizations will participate in after-school art classes and workshops on Haiti’s historic arts traditions. Haitian-American and Caribbean artists will guide the students as they learn about Haiti’s artistic heritage and use two- and three-dimensional media, techniques and tools to create their own art.
Bio: ArtSouth, founded in 2000 with a core group of less than 10 artists, has evolved into a landmark arts center in culturally underserved South Dade. In addition to providing artists with affordable studio spaces, the 3.5-acre facility features three galleries, an art school, a ceramic facility, a bronze foundry and a performing arts studio. ArtSouth provides extensive arts education programming for adults and youths, plus free public events year round, including art exhibits and cultural performances. It works closely with government, business and community leaders to enhance the appeal of the downtown historic district.
Recipient: Palm Beach Poetry Festival
Project: Palm Beach Poetry Festival
Award: $50,000
Summary: To foster the appreciation of poetry in South Florida, the Palm Beach Poetry Festival will produce its seventh annual, six-day series of events. The festival will attract poetry writers from across the country to participate in eight nationally advertised workshops led by critically acclaimed poets. The festival will feature craft talks and poetry readings, as well as a late-night coffeehouse and poetry jam. Year-round community outreach events, including visits to schools and performances at Morikami Museum, will generate interest in and awareness about the annual poetry festival.
Bio: The Palm Beach Poetry Festival is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the writing, reading, performance and appreciation of poetry by presenting an annual festival and other poetry events in Palm Beach County featuring America’s finest poets. Its goal is to provide a nationally recognized learning opportunity for writers of poetry and a world-class, life-enriching series of cultural events for our listening audiences. As a Florida nonprofit corporation, part of the festival’s mission is to organize educational outreach programs that bring the pleasures of poetry to the community year round.
Recipient: Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs
Project: CultureDeal
Award: $40,000
Summary: To help arts groups expand their audience, the Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs will partner with an online coupon site to offer a cultural “deal-of-the-week.†Every week, the site will feature an “unbeatable deal†on the best cultural activities to do and see in Miami. The county will brand CultureDeal and market it through social media and online advertising, offering high-value, income-earning deals for local arts activities. The project aims to boost local arts groups in their efforts to sell tickets and memberships, target younger audiences, convert occasional ticket buyers into subscribers and create a model that can be replicated nationally.
Bio: The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council and the Art in Public Places Trust develop cultural excellence, diversity and participation throughout Miami-Dade County by strategically creating, improving and promoting opportunities for artists and cultural organizations, and residents and visitors. Three central goals serve as guideposts for their work: 1) securing more public and private resources to invest in and promote cultural development, 2) developing better cultural facilities in neighborhoods throughout Miami-Dade and improving the visual quality of the county’s built environment and 3) making cultural activities more accessible for residents and visitors. The department promotes, coordinates and supports Miami-Dade County’s more than 1,100 not-for-profit cultural organizations as well as thousands of resident artists through grants, technical assistance, public information and interactive community planning.
Recipient: WLRN
Project: ArtStreetMiami.org
Award: $40,000
Summary: To expose and promote Miami artists globally, WLRN will create a series of original, collaborative videos for the Web. ArtStreetMiami.org, the project’s online platform, will broadcast original videos designed to promote the artists and enhance the image of Miami as an art center. The project will also produce an anthology of the videos in an hour-long documentary for distribution statewide.
Bio: WLRN is a public radio and television station in South Florida. WLRN Radio signed on in 1948 as a nonprofit, noncommercial broadcast station licensed to the school board of Dade County. WLRN-TV followed in 1955. Since then, WLRN has grown steadily to become an integral part of the community we serve, offering a rich and varied mix of news and information, arts and culture, childhood education and lifelong learning. ArtStreet is its locally produced half-hour program about arts, culture and entertainment in South Florida.
Recipient: The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
Project: The Museum of the Future
Award: $35,000
Summary: To expand and enhance the museum’s impact, the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum will integrate new media and technologies into exhibits. The project will enable the museum to reach broader audiences and engage them in the uplifting nature of the arts. The museum will build a technology infrastructure to facilitate the creation of online communities through video, podcasts, online chats, high-quality webcasts and mobile apps. Live feeds will be streamed to interactive kiosks at the museum entrance. The museum’s internal system will receive an upgrade so the staff can log in from anywhere in the world.
Bio: The mission of the Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University is to enrich and educate local, national and international audiences through the language of art by collecting, preserving, researching, interpreting and exhibiting art from diverse cultures throughout human history. The Frost Art Museum, located within a large urban institution, provides an exceptional resource for scholarly research and interdisciplinary collaboration, augmenting the university’s educational mission as both a local and global center of knowledge and culture. Over 50,000 visitors have come to The Frost Art Museum since its opening its new building in November 2008. The Frost is accredited by the American Association of Museums and is a Smithsonian affiliate.
Recipient: Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
Project: Hot Topics Discussion Series
Award: $25,000
Summary: To engage South Florida in new contemporary art ideas and national trends, the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood will host a series of five interactive presentations featuring prominent guest speakers. The Hot Topics Discussions Series will focus on current issues influencing the direction of contemporary art in the United States. The project also will explore the role the arts play in community life and advance awareness of the center and its advocacy efforts.
Bio: The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood (ACCH) is an independent nonprofit that operates visual arts galleries in the 1924 Kagey House, an art school adjacent to the main facility and a 500-seat theater in downtown Hollywood. The center was incorporated on Aug. 31, 1978, and is one of just seven organizations in Broward County – out of 550 – to be designated a major cultural institution. Each year, ACCH presents more than a dozen contemporary gallery exhibitions, more than 70 arts-education program activities for children and adults, and a free or low-cost performance series for families.
Recipient: William Stewart
Project: Rhythm of Africa Music Program
Award: $25,000
Summary: To celebrate African rhythms and history, musician William Stewart will offer percussion classes for children and produce community performances. The project will involve at least 30 teenagers, ages 13-16, with limited musical experience, in an intensive program of music education in rhythm and percussion. The group will work with professional musicians and technicians, create and rehearse musical selections and ultimately perform for schools and general audiences, including the Parker Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale. The program will strive to create positive behavioral and cognitive impact through the children’s exposure to and intimacy with learning and making music. Another goal is to replicate the program throughout the region to reach more students, schools and communities.
Bio: Master percussionist Willie Stewart was born in England in 1953 to Jamaican parents who moved the family to Jamaica when he was young. For 23 years he was director and percussionist for the band Third World. Stewart has performed with Stevie Wonder, Eddy Grant, Carlos Santana and Bob Marley. In 1980, he coproduced a 12-hour concert during Nelson Mandela’s visit to Jamaica. A recipient of the United Nations Peace Medal, the “Reggae Ambassador†has adopted the mission to share his knowledge and experience with people of all ages. Working with children, teachers and corporations, he has created performances and workshops on musical techniques and worldwide cultural influences, emphasizing music’s universality and benefits for health, spiritual development, and character building. He remains active as a performer, assembling world-class musicians for concerts locally, nationally and internationally.
Recipient: Michael Bell
Project: Scholastic Writing Awards Program
Award: $20,000
Summary: Through an affiliation with the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, the Scholastic Writing Awards Program will help identify and motivate young writers. The project aims to foster a South Florida network of talented teen writers, encouraging participation from more than 400 public and private schools serving grades seven through 12. In the fall, the awards program will issue a call for submissions to all middle and high schools and conduct a workshop for teachers. Best works will compete nationally as American Voices Nominees and Regional Gold Key finalists. Winners will participate in a summer workshop for teen writers and attend a national awards ceremony.
Bio: A native Miamian, Michael Bell has spent much of his adult life developing the literary talent South Florida’s teen writers. Bell’s journey started in 1979, as a special education teacher for Miami-Dade’s public schools, where creative writing opportunities helped to give voice to his students. Prior to his retirement from the Miami-Dade school district last year, Bell served in a variety of capacities for the school system, ranging from his early days as a classroom teacher to assistant superintendent of school choice programs. At each career juncture, Bell continued to volunteer his time to support the development and validation of local teen writers vis-à -vis the implementation of creative writing programs for the Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo (27 years) and the Miami-Dade Region of The Scholastic Writing Awards (six years).
Join Soul Of MiamiMedia, Celebrities And Close To 20 Artists Combine For A Fabulous “Toast To The Seasonâ€
December 8, 2010 from 7:00PM-10:00PM
Mediterranean Mansion
1350 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
RSVP to gpineres@creativasgroup.com
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The Mediterranean Mansion Opens It Doors
Media, celebrities, influencers and guests will enjoy bites courtesy of Escopazzo Restaurant (included in this year’s New Times as on of the “Top Ten Most Important Miami Restaurants of the Decadeâ€- per Lee Klein and cocktails courtesy of Korbel Champagne, Herradura Tequila, Chambord Vodka and Jack Daniels. Other partners in this event include Miami.com, Next Miami Magazine, Miami Empresarial Magazine, Concept Flowers, InStyle Cupcakes, Cakes by Gaby, Mujer Magazine, Karent Sierra Aesthetic Dentistry, Printhouse USA, Creative Children’s Therapy, Life Is Art, Soul of Miami, and Toraño Cigars.
South Beach is about is to get a bit more exotic as the Mediterranean Mansion is ready to open its doors. Hidden away in the heart of South Beach and nestled amongst the Art Deco buildings that make South Beach famous is this hidden gem that brings a different element to the Magic City. The Mediterranean Mansion is a change of pace to the typical hotels and event spaces found on South Beach during a time when “non-traditional†event spaces have become extremely popular and well sought after. The venue will open its doors during a cocktail party this December 8, 2010 from 7:00PM-10:00PM.
The Mediterranean Mansion is a magnificent work of architecture. Originally constructed in 1931 the mansion was later redesigned by the legendary J Wallace Tutt. Tutt who designed Casa Casuarina (formerly the Versace Mansion) sadly passed away shortly after putting his final touches of genius into the mansion. Tutt was quite proud of his last project which boasts three separate two story buildings that are designed with an ancient Italian-inspired aesthetic, complete with whitewashed stone and Mahogany wood-upholstered trim, offering a total of 8,800 square feet of luxurious living space.
Located at 1350 Collins Avenue, on Miami Beach, one would never know that behind a modest iron gate stood a magnificent piece of art know as the Mediterranean Mansion. As one walks through the unassuming gate you are immediately transported from South Beach to an exotic Villa in Italy. Once greeted by a 2,500 square foot courtyard adorned with palm trees and tropical shrubbery one feels in a state of relaxed bliss. Within the courtyard lies a covered heated swimming which adds another element to the already relaxed and tropical environment. The courtyard lends itself to an amazing array of events including weddings, cocktail events, and corporate functions. For those who are looking for an overnight stay in the heart of South Beach with all the luxury and without all the fuss that goes along with South Beach the mansion features and interior that is sure to fit the bill. The location is now available for those wanting to stay at a luxe location minus the pretentiousness.
The Mediterranean Mansion was designed with comfort and luxury in mind. The three-in-one villa features five independent mansion suites which are worthy of being called a J Wallace Tutt project. The main house includes a master suite, private movie theater/media room which features a 96’ projection screen, open air office, guest bathroom, dining room, and a fully functional European style kitchen which is large enough for multiple chefs. The guest house which comprises two guests suites, both with en-suite bathrooms is perfect for entertaining as the first floor features a billiard room with wet bar. The third building offers two suites with en-suite bathrooms and an 800 square foot wine cellar which is situated in the basement.
The Mediterranean Mansion was successfully designed to be an alternative space in the city of fun and sun. The Mansion offers the sights and sounds of a secluded Villa in an exotic country while being just a few foot steps away from the trendy and white sands of South Beach. The venue invites you to plan your next event or vacation the Mediterranean way. The “Toast to the Season†by invitation only cocktail will feature a ribbon cutting with city officials, series of acclaimed artists including: Yoa Paneque, Gonzalo Penaranda, Jamie Martinez, Joseph Rivera of 305 Photography, Lizzie Easton Photography, Trek Six, Pedro Rodriguez, Jamie Tamburo, Jefreid Lotti and MANO Nogueira, who will show their work in unique style as all areas of the venue will be utilized as a gallery.
Mondrian, 1100 West Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Delano, 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Shore Club, 1901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tuesday November 30th , 2010
DELANO • Le Baron 11pm-closing The Florida Room at Delano
MONDRIAN • Semi Automatic presented by Interview Magazine & MoMA Design Store
Wednesday December 1st , 2010
DELANO • Delano and A Milk Gallery Project present “Priests†A Photography Exhibition by Sante D’Orazio- Opening Night Party 9pm-Midnight Water Salon at Delano
• Le Baron hosted by Design Miami 11pm-closing The Florida Room at Delano
MONDRIAN • Semi Automatic presented by Interview Magazine & MoMA Design Store
SHORE CLUB • Primary Flight & UG Strategies Redroom, Skybar and Sandbar Shore Club
Thursday December 2, 2010
DELANO • Delano and A Milk Gallery Project present “Priests†A Photography Exhibition by Sante D’Orazio Water Salon at Delano
• LVMH, Fendi and Interview Magazine’s VIP Dinner 8pm-10pm Solarium at Delano
• MoMA PS1 + Interview Magazine’s Cocktail Party 10pm-1am Water Salon at Delano
• Le Baron featuring Mexico Art Foundation 11pm-closing The Florida Room at Delano
MONDRIAN • Semi Automatic presented by Interview Magazine & MoMA Design Store
• Pool Side Ping Pong Party hosted by Spin Galactic 3pm-6pm Poolside at Mondrian
SHORE CLUB • Onitsuka Tiger Celebrates Year of the Tiger with Steve Aoki, Skeet Steet, Daniel IV (LADYTRON), and FIGO DJs 9pm-11pm Lobby at Shore Club
• Primary Flight & Onitsuka Tiger after party 11pm-3am Skybar at Shore Club
Friday December 3rd , 2010
DELANO • Delano and A Milk Gallery Project present “Priests†A Photography Exhibition by Sante D’Orazio Water Salon at Delano
• ArtReview, Lacoste, Morgans Cocktail Party 8pm-11pm Solarium at Delano
• ASSOULINE, ART GAME SHOW celebrating the launch of Art Game Book with Van Cleef & Arpels, hosted by Peter Tunney 8pm-11pm Water Salon at Delano
• Le Baron featuring NY NY With The Misshapes 11pm-closing The Florida Room at Delano
MONDRIAN • Semi Automatic presented by Interview Magazine & MoMA Design Store
• Dirty Durty Diary and DGI, Music by DJ’s Paul Sevigny and Jesse Marco, Hosted By DDD and DGI management 8pm-11pm Sunset Lounge at Mondrian
SHORE CLUB • Primary Flight & UG Strategies and Mad Decent Redroom, Skybar and Sandbar Shore Club
Saturday December 4th , 2010
DELANO • Delano and A Milk Gallery Project present “Priests†A Photography Exhibition by Sante D’Orazio Water Salon at Delano
• SPiN, MOCA, and Susan Sarandon host Art Star Ping Pong Tournament- a tournament for artists, spinsters and ping pong enthusiasts with the unveiling of a ping pong table by Tom Burr with a rubber table top produced by Nathalie Karg/Cumulus Studios 9pm-12am Water Salon at Delano
• Le Baron featuring Jalouse 11pm-closing The Florida Room at Delano
MONDRIAN • Paper Magazine Brunch hosted by Shepard Fairey Noon – 2pm South Studio at Mondrian
• Rush Philanthropic Eat My Art Brunch with Estelle and Kehinde Wiley Noon – 2pm North Studio at Mondrian
• MoMA Junior Associates and MoMA PS1 Student Body Cocktail 5pm-7pm Poolside at Mondrian
• Poppy de Villeneuve and Sam Talbot preview dinner of Imperial No. 9, Hosted by Art + Culture 7:30pm Poolside at Mondrian
• Giant Step/ Svedka Session with Aloe Blacc and artworks by Alec Monopoly & Alexandra Richards 9pm-1am Delano Lobby
• Semi Automatic presented by Interview Magazine & MoMA
SHORE CLUB • Primary Flight & UG Strategies Redroom, Skybar and Sandbar Shore Club
Sunday December 5th , 2010
DELANO • Le Baron 11pm-closing The Florida Room at Delano
SHORE CLUB • Primary Flight + Sundaze Skybar, Redroom and Pool at Shore Club
• Kehinde Wiley Fish Fry with Sam Talbot – 7pm-Midnight Beach house at Shore Club
Morgans Hotel Group Introduces Art Basel Miami Beach 2010 Line Up At Delano, Shore Club and Mondrian Leading Public and Private Events At Miami Beach’s Most Iconic Hotels MIAMI– Morgans Hotel Group (NASDAQ:MHGC), the company that introduced the world to the boutique hotel, announces its Art Basel Miami Beach 2010 schedule including a series of public and private events highlighting South Beach’s most iconic properties. As an innovative luxury lifestyle brand, Morgans is pleased to be working with world-renowned artists, curators and organizations providing hotel guests and Art Basel patrons with a unique take on this year’s festivities. From Shepard Fairey to Peter Tunney, Le Baron to Primary Flight, there is programming for every taste at Delano, Mondrian, and Shore Club.
In addition to this year’s lineup Delano is introducing several enhancements in time for Art Basel Miami Beach. Delano recently announced the re-conceptualizing of its signature restaurant, now named Blue Door Fish. The new seafood-centric restaurant offers a gorgeous renovated interior and an updated modern seafood-oriented menu. The new Jeffrey Chodorow & Morgans Hotel Group eatery is open nightly at 7pm, with reservations suggested. Delano’s pool, The Water Salon, introduces its renovated Cabanas that will be available for the property’s day guests by reservation only. With these new and exciting features, and a schedule of prestigious events during Art Basel Miami Beach, Delano retains its preeminence as the destination of choice for art world notables, international tastemakers and locals alike. ***Many events have limited media credentials available, RSVP required***
Thursday December 2nd, 2010
6pm To 9pm
Ligne Roset Miami
160 NE 40th Street
Miami, FL 33137
Please RSVP to info@lignerosetmiami.com or 305.576.4662
We Cordially Invite You To A Private Cocktail Reception To Unveil Ligne Roset Miami New Designs
Complimentary Cocktails & Hors D’oeuvres
December 3
6p-8p
Herzog & de Meuron
Coltorti
1111 Lincoln Road
7-9pm
ESVEDRA
Scoop at The Shore Club
It’s that wonderful time of the year again, here in Miami Beach –- Art Basel Season! We have two not to be missed events on Friday December 3rd.
The first will be held at the famed Herzog & de Meuron
1111 Lincoln Road from 6-8pm at Italy’s latest fashion export, Coltorti, featuring The United Kingdom’s most talked about emerging artist Ms. Helen Marten.
The second exhibit will be housed by Scoop at The Shore Club from 7-9pm featuring utilitarian artist Metis Tarta for The ESVEDRA Design house’s latest line: LOVE.
Both of these events are  by invitation only and will be strictly enforced.
Friday December 3
Coltorti at 1111 Lincoln Road from 6-8pm
RSVP to Coltorti@brprgroup.com
ESVEDRA at The Shore Club’s Scoop from 7-9pm
RSVP to EsVedra@brprgroup.com
For both events, just RSVP to this email address: ArtEvents@brprgroup.com
We look forward to seeing you this Friday night!
Friday, December 3, 4-8pm
Flagler Memorial Island
In Collaboration with OHWOW
followed by party on the Mondrian’s dock; invitation only.
nomadicdivision.org
OH-WOW.com
Flagler Memorial Island Art Basel Miami 2010
A one-night, site-specific exhibition
Organized by Aaron Bondaroff, Shamim Momin and Al Moran
Participating artists include: Bozidar Brazda, Stefan Bruggemann, Scott Campbell, Brody Condon, Naomi Fisher, Michael Genovese, Luis Gispert, Adler Guerrier, Terence Koh, Kate Levant & Michael E. Smith, Hanna Liden, Justin Lowe, Kori Newkirk, Jack Pierson, Marina Rosenfeld, Rona Yefman and others.
A motorboat will whisk guests from the Mondrian hotel. “We wanted to create this feeling of being stranded on a deserted island that’s in unique contrast to the fanciness and luxuriousness of the fair,†said Shamim Momin, the curator at the Los Angeles Nomadic Division (or LAND), which organized the show with Ohwow, an arts collective.
SEVEN
2214 N. Miami Avenue (Wynwood District)
Miami, FL 33127
Tue Nov 30: 1-8 pm (opening reception)
Wed Dec 1: 11 am – 7 pm
Thur Dec 2: 11 am – 7 pm
Fri Dec 3: 11 am – 7 pm
Sat Dec 4: 11 am – 7 pm
Sun Dec 5: 11 am – 5 pm
Entry to SEVEN is free
Since 2006, Pierogi Gallery, Hales Gallery and Ronald Feldman Fine Arts have presented a special exhibition in the Wynwood District during the art fair week in Miami. Defined by large installations and collaborative curatorial projects, the exhibition has consistently stood out among the multiple fairs taking place at the same time and been hailed for its “room to stretch out, taste and class to spare, and good stuff.â€1
This year BravinLee programs, Postmasters, P•P•O•W, and Winkleman galleries will join the original three in a new 24,000-square-foot space in the Wynwood Art District. Called simply SEVEN, this expanded project looks beyond the art fair model to create an alternative platform for presenting and experiencing contemporary art.
Asked why they were expanding the effort this year, Pierogi Gallery’s Joe Amrhein replied, “Why not? We are not challenging the ubiquitous tradition of the ‘Art Fair’ but think we can improve upon it, especially in Miami with its unique possibilities. If you feel that most people who visit the fairs really want something that allows for a different, more comprehensive interaction, it shouldn’t surprise you that artists and their dealers feel the same way.”
P•P•O•W’s Wendy Olsoff added, “”The chance to have our artists’ work in a dialogue with the other artists exhibited without the constraints of a three-sided booth is an interesting experiment, as well as a truly exciting concept.â€
With a number of one-artist installations and collaborative project spaces, SEVEN has been conceived to provide an exhibition experience defined by the needs of each artist’s work. In addition, SEVEN’s second floor space will be an open zone for teach-ins, sponsored panel discussions, screenings, and gatherings both intimate and large.
Happy Hour PARK Project Happy OURS at Jada Coles
Coral Gables
PARK Fridays, 5:00 – 9:00pm
HALF OFF ENTIRE BAR!
Jada Coles
2224 Coral Way
Miami, FL
www.parkproject.org
PARK Project Happy OURS is a series of casual networking events to spread a positive message.
PARKProject.ORG foundation’s mission is to Perform Acts of Random Kindness and LIVE THE CAUSE.
PARK and BE HAPPY @ Jada Coles every Friday 5-9pm where there’s no cover, no catch… just PARK and BE HAPPY for HALF OFF the ENTIRE BAR!
A portion of the proceeds benefits this humble grassroots organization working to BE THE CHANGE we all wish to see.
To host a networking social, please contact marly@parkproject.org
Red Carter Sample Sale & More
Tuesday, December 7, 2010, 7pm-10pm
Red Carter Warehouse
Red Carter Warehouse
1819 West Avenue #6
Miami Beach, FL
Unbelievable!! Red Carter bathing suits (normally $190) are ALL $35!
InSense Miami presents: More than a Sample Sale – it’s a Miami Experience!
Enjoy the hot South Beach sounds while having Sex on the Beach (cocktail), get a (spray) tan or (express) manicure from 7-10 PM. While you’re at it, get a complimentary beach up do or make-up done to look your hottest!
With each purchase, you also score a SWAG BAG with more than $200 of goodies, certificates and gifts!
Find the hottest designs by Red Carter, bathing suit designer who features in Victoria’s Secret, Elle, Vogue, Sports Illustrated and more.
Guys, we have suits, thongs and trunks for you too!
Yes, you can tell your friends
Sponsors include: Panico Spa, IronFlowerFitness, Contempo Spa, Local Alley, Joia Magazine, Sculpt & Glow, Boca Tanning Club, WowBrows
Little Haiti Cultural Center
212 NE 59th Terrace
Miami, FL
Friday, December 17 · 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Join Dance Now! Ensemble & the Little Haiti Cultural Center
Little Haiti Neighborhood Nights Holiday Showcase
7:00pm – Reception & Performance
$20 General Admission $10 Students
*Live dance performances choreographed by Dance Now! Ensemble
Call 305.975.8489 or 305.960.2967 for more information
Dance Now! Celebrates The Holidays With
Its Season Opener At The Little Haiti Cultural Center
Dance Now! kicks off its 2010/11 season with three premieres and knock-your-socks-off dancing
Dance Now launches its 11th season December 17, 2010 in the state-of-the art, audience-friendly theater at its new home in the Little Haiti Cultural Center, Miami. The evening features three premieres and showcases an interna-tionally trained company of artists from Brazil, Jamaica, and Cuba as well as the U.S.—and co-artistic directors Hannah Baumgarten and Diego Salterini welcome back to the company the remarkable area performer and chore-ographer, Colleen Farnum.
To be seen for the first time is a work collaboratively created by Baumgarten and Salterini. “Crossroads,†says Baumgarten, “gets deep down into the rhythm and sound of jazz music ranging from Miles Davis to Igor Boxx (a cutting edge Polish composer). Crossroads, while flowing from Salterini’s rich and varied international jazz dance background, results here in a new work of subtle sophistication —but no shortage of heat.
Salterini notes with pride that “…this jazz style needs the right movers… and we certainly have them this year!! Expect some dancing that knocks your socks off!â€
From Baumgarten, the concert includes a premiere entitled Memos from the Last Millennium, choreographed to the unusual sounds of the Brazilian experimental instrument group Uakti who have created scores for dance com-panies such as Brazil’s Groupo Corpo. The work explores unanticipated transformations in a colonial community as it encounters new realities. “I don’t think Hannah means the story literally†says Salterini, but rather as a jour-ney that could occur in any time or place, when people step out of their comfort zone.â€
Also on the program is Salterini’s Drawing Circles, the revival of an ensemble piece to Philip Glass’ score from the Japanese movie Mishima. The piece premiered in 2007 at the first of Miami Beach’s now wildly popular Sleepless Nights. It was entitled Blue as part of a larger work, Secondary Colors, in DNE’s home season at the Colony Theater that same year.
Drawing Circles celebrates the aesthetics of the Miami Modern (MiMo) movement and Salterini’s choreography shines a new light on the shapes and relationships of this remarkable architecture —now virtually synonymous in people’s minds, with Miami Beach.
Audiences will also get to see Pulverized Habitat, a favorite from last season. This driving contemporary pas de deux choreographed by Baumgarten, is danced en pointe to the music of Radiohead. New this season is the per-formance of the first movement of the dance, “the passion section,†as Baumgarten calls it, “that is to say, what happens BEFORE the ‘pulverization’ happens.â€
This evening of dance will give audiences toe-tapping moments but also some serious things to think about!
Dance Now! Ensemble: In Residence at the Little Haiti Cultural Center.
In September 2009, Dance Now Ensemble was invited to become the Resident Dance Company at Miami’s Little Haiti Cultural Center. “To have a dance home and at the same time to serve our community†says Salterini, “is a rare and wonderful opportunity. We are blessed to be teaching and performing in this amazing facility. Being at the Center helps us unify our creative and educational programs and we have already offered a season of special performances including a benefit for Haitian Earthquake Relief. Being part of this facility is an amazing gift.â€
Baumgarten adds: “Being at the Little Haiti Center helps to energize the facility, drawing attention to its gorgeous and generous spaces, filling them with music, movement—and sweating bodies. We are witnessing a growth in all arts activities at the Center and, because our work is so rooted in collaboration, we also see more collaboration among other arts groups in the area.â€
In addition the Company—and the Center—now have the opportunity to participate in the Miami Dade School system’s “Cultural Passport,†a program that Superintendent Alberto Carvalho established to expose each grade level to a new art form. For the seventh grade, the focus is Dance—and Dance Now expects to have some 5,000 Miami Dade Seventh-graders at the Haiti Center where the students will learn about the history of western dance, and they will be delighted and surprised to see how the music and movement of their own generation is linked to these dance styles.
The Residency also allows DNE to implement other of its plans, aspirations, and dreams—from a teen summer intensive to monthly master classes, to ongoing dance classes in ballet, modern, and jazz. “It’s amazing to see all our years of experience coming together and put to good use†says Baumgarten, who spent ten years directing the dance program for Broward County’s magnet high school for the arts, Dillard Center for the Arts.
To learn more: Contact Hannah Baumgarten via email at hannah@dancenowmiami.org, via telephone at 305-975-8489 or visit the company’s website at www.dancenowmiami.org. Photos and interviews available upon request.
This program is presented with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners, the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council, the City of Coral Gables, the Dade Community Foundation, the Samara Fund, The Funding Arts Network, the AT&T Foundation and the City of Miami Parks and Recreations Department. DNE is funded by The Children’s Trust which is a dedicated source of revenue es-tablished by voter referendum to improve the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade County.
Married Men And Single Women Red Carpet Movie Premiere In Miami
Friday, December 10th at 6:00pm
James L. Knight Center
400 SE 2ND AVE
Miami, FL
Bring An Unwrapped Toy To Benefit Big Momma’s Toy Drive
Tickets are on sale for $7 and be purchases at:
Moselle Boutique Miami
1033 NW.3rd Ave
Miami Fl
OR
Liberty Cleaners/Laundry
1035 NW 3rd Ave
Miami, FL
Or by email at tqs46@aol.com or chinkyeyez347@yahoo.com
Transit Lounge
729 sw 1st ave
Miami, FL
All Shows at 10:00pm, 21+, FREE!
Nov 30 – Rockstar Live Band Karaoke Jams (Basel Edition); Live body painting by Stacey Love and FREE SHOTS from UV Vodka
Dec 1 – Telekinetic Walrus & The Pride of Ions, The Cornerstoners, and SOUNDUO; With live painting and artwork displays.
Dec 2 – PANIC BOMBER & DJ Filthy Gorgeous; Live hair and make-up artistry by Dee&Co. Salon
Dec 3 – Los Herederos; Garcia, Heckler, & DJ Sharpsound; Live art by Trek 6, E. Larregui, RIMX, BIK ISM;
Dec 4 – Spam Allstars and ArtOfficial; OVERSPRAY
“OVERSPRAY” – Dec 3-4
A showcase of Miami ‘s premier mural & street artists. The exhibit consists of 16 artists collaborating on a “live” outdoor mural project at Transit Lounge. Participating Artists include NF Romero, FIFTYTHREE, Jaime Adrover, CP1, GEMS, AHOL SNIFFS GLUE, JUNK, KRAVE, PEST, ULTRA, DEKAL, Ruben Ubiera, Luis Diaz, J.P. Mallozzi, Ross Ford and Alex Yanes.
Transit Lounge is celebrating Art Basel all week long with performances by some of Miami’s most creative and influential musicians and artists. Best of all? There isn’t a cover on any of the nights!
Nikki Beach Welcomes Art Basel
December 2nd – December 5th, 2010
Nikki Beach, a premier luxury lifestyle entertainment group, is pleased to announce several exciting events planned during Miami’s acclaimed international art festival, Art Basel. In addition to the classic fabulous entertainment guests have come to expect from Nikki Beach, legendary pop artist Steve Kaufman, former assistant to Andy Warhol, will have his stunning art on display December 2nd through the 4th, noted digital artist Laurence Gartel will present his exciting collection of “Art to Wear” on December 3rd in a couture fashion show, and famed international music sensation Edward Maya will perform at an all day beach soiree on December 4th. Rounding out this stellar lineup is the Fashion Experience Tour presented by Fashion TV taking place December 5th, on Nikki Beach’s Amazing Sunday. Please see the detailed event descriptions below for more information or visit www.nikkibeach.com. RSVP and table reservations are strongly recommended.
Icons & Legends- Steve Kaufman, December 2nd, 3rd & 4th at Club O1 5PM-8PM
Global luxury lifestyle entertainment group Nikki Beach is thrilled to announce that the iconic talents of legendary pop artist, Steve Kaufman, former assistant to Andy Warhol, will be shown at Nikki Beach Miami during the international art festival, Art Basel. A much heralded event, with over 100 unique and timeless pop art pieces will be on display in Club 01, the sultry nightclub located upstairs from the beach club. Cost is $20 per person and includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres and sponsored cocktails. Nikki VIP and Art Basel Miami Beach Card Holders will have complimentary entrance.
RSVP now at reservations.miami@nikkibeach.com to receive 10% off any Kaufman purchase.
Art to Wear- Laurence Gartel, December 3rd at Nikki Beach 8PM-2AM
Dolce presents Art to Wear – Laurence Gartel Couture on Friday, December 3rd from 8PM-2AM. Gartel, considered the “father” of Digital Art Movement for over thirty years, moves his innovative imagery to fashion for a much awaited couture runway show. Additional fashions will be presented by We Love Colors and Only One. A live body painting performance and live portraiture will thrill the crowd. Art Beats will be provided by Chilly and Soul P with a very special appearance by recording artist M’DELA. A Silent Auction will take place to benefit The Worlds Kitchen.
Cost is $20 per person. RSVP now at gartelpr@gmail.com.
“Stereo Love” Beach Party, December 4th at Nikki Beach 12PM-5AM
Edward Maya will be performing at Nikki Beach during Miami’s highly anticipated Art Basel art festival. Maya found global fame with his wildly popular mega-hit, “Stereo Love.” He will perform both an afternoon set at 5:00 PM with a live band featuring the vocal talents of Vika Jiqulina and a late night DJ set at midnight. Guest DJ’s throughout the day include Hugo Bianco, UMA-K, Ariel Baund, Kike Roldan and Lazardi. Guests to Nikki Beach will enjoy an all day beach party extravaganza, complete with pulse pounding beats and stunning sunbathers sipping signature Nikki cocktails. Tickets are available now at www.wanttickets.com. For VIP tables, please e-mail viptables.miami@nikkibeach.com.
Fashion Experience Tour hosted by Fashion TV, December 5th at Nikki Beach beginning at 7PM
Nikki Beach, Cindy Taylor and Fashion TV present the Fashion Experience Tour. Our Amazing Sunday brunch and beach party will be hotter than ever with International Fashion Shows by: Laurencio Adot (Argentina), Hector Terrones (Mexico), Rocio Valencia (Mexico) and Sensual Secrets Lingerie (Argentina). You won’t want to miss a special brunch performance by international guest DJ Amalia and our unique live entertainment art showcase happening at sunset. Stay into the night for the hottest club South of Fifth with Nikki at Night’s latest guest DJ Ivan D.
Reservations are available now to ensure your front-row seat for the excitement. Please visit www.nikkibeach.com or call 305-538-1111 for more information and to make reservations.
About Nikki Beach (www.nikkibeach.com): In 1998, Nikki Beach introduced the world to the ultimate beach club concept bringing dining, fashion, art, music and entertainment together. As quoted by the London Observer as “The Sexiest Place on Earth”, over a decade later, Nikki Beach continues to make its mark in the world’s hottest addresses and trendsetting locales, recently claiming the #1 spot in Travel Channel’s World’s Sexiest Beach Bars. The Nikki Beach concept has transcended its international venues and grown into a global lifestyle company with a seasonal clothing line; a sun care and fragrance line; Marketing and Public Relations Divisions; Global Sponsorships and Special Events; Nikki Beach Music; Nikki Beach Beauty; a VIP and Concierge program; and a Hotel and Resorts Division with 10 new locations to open starting in 2012. The Nikki Beach lifestyle can now be experienced in twelve cities, in eight different countries with more locations to come in the near future: Miami Beach, Florida, USA; St.Tropez, France; Cannes, France; St. Barth, French West Indies; Marbella, Spain; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; New York City, New York, USA; Marrakech, Morocco; Koh Samui, Thailand; Cabarete, Dominican Republic; Toronto, Canada; and soon Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
{I get a LOT of people asking me for my recommendations for Art Basel week. So, here you go: Get to the small art fairs; PooL and Verge are 2 of my favorites, but they are all fun. Crash as many parties as you can possibly make it to. If you can find out where any of the private parties are, hit those, too! If you can bullshit your way in, great! If not, on to to the next.
Then, if you have time, work your way up the ladder of the larger fairs, starting with the mid-size fairs, such as Red Dot, and working all the way up to the big one.
Key tips: partake of all the free Bustelo you can grab. Do not sleep. Do NOT take pictures of the art. Learn where to park so you can maximize walking because parking SUCKS. Grab the ArtBus, if you can. Talk to people. BRING BUSINESS CARDS. Say hi if you see us. Keep your ear to the ground and an eye out for those awesome unpublicized events. Some of the most fun events are the ones that are on no one’s list. And most important… you know it…. HAVE FUN.
Now, where are you going? Check out our massive list of events, which includes daily schedules.}
Holid’arte
Thursday, December 2, 6-10 PM
Hotel Viceroy at Brickell
485 Brickell Ave ♦ Miami
Minimum Donation: $20.00
Space is limited RSVP: arcus.candidus@gmail.com
An Art Event Celebrating The Holidays
SafeSpace Foundation Inc. and The Rotary Club of Miami Brickell
Silent Auction
New Artists
Holiday Spirits
Artist Submissions Due November 24, 2010
The Rotary Club of Miami Brickell
Thursday, December 2, 8:00pm – 1:00am
1020 Lounge (2nd Flr. of the Clevelander)
1020 Ocean Dr.
Miami Beach, FL
The Clevelander Presents: The First Annual Guitar Legend Tribute Night 2010!
Free Raffle Of A New Red Epiphone Les Paul Guitar, courtesy of Guitar Center
Featuring South Florida’s top guitar players, performing the world’s most acclaimed “Guitar Anthems”, covering styles and biggest hits from guitar legends including Carlos Santana, Joe Satriani, B.B. King, and more!
Hosted by Naughty Natalia, Del, Randy Singer, Fernando Perdomo and Camilo Velandia.
Guitarists: Mitch Farber, Dan Warner, jimmy fiano, Lindsey Blair, Aaron Lebos, Jacin Nagao, Alvaro Bermudez, Brev Sullivan, Jimmy Powers. vocalists: Cat Shell, Jordan Brown, michael joe santomaso, and others
Performing the music of
Eric Johnson,Joe Satriani, Larry Carlton, Robben Ford, Jimmy Page, john Mayer, jeff beck
The Incomparable Ricky Williams @ Cresendos Jazz Lounge
Sat Dec 4th 2010, 8PM
Cresendos Jazz & Bluse Lounge
2201 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33137
305-967-8176
No Cover 21+up
The Incomparable Ricky Williams will perform his legendary Jazz & R& B music Saturday @ Crescendos Jazz & Blues Lounge
Showtime 8PM – Midnight
Other events @ Crescendos
Thursday Night Sexy Vibes with Maria Z
Friday Night Blues with Eric Charles
Saturday Night Live Jazz feat Ricky Williams
Sunday brunch feat local DJ’s spinning Mushroom Jazz and chill out.
more info @ http://coconutgrovelive.blogspot.com
Etra Fine Art Shows Robert Indiana’s “The Hartley Elegiesâ€
December 1, 2010 through January 31, 2011
Etra Fine Art, 50 NE 40th St., Miami, FL, 33137
Monday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Etra Fine Art in Miami’s Design District features Robert Indiana’s “The Hartley Elegies,†beginning during Art Basel week. The exhibition will be on view through January 31, 2011 at Etra Fine Art, 50 NE 40th St., Miami, FL, 33137, (305) 438-4383, www.etrafineart.com. Monday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Hartley Elegies consist of 10 large-scale prints created by Robert Indiana in admiration of American modernist painter and poet Marsden Hartley. These pieces are often considered the most powerful and successful works he ever produced. Indiana views them as his most personal because they reflect not only his identity, but also that of his idol Marsden Hartley.
The imagery in Robert Indiana’s The Hartley Elegies is drawn straight from Hartley’s 1914-15 “German Officer†paintings. They encompass symbolism from Hartley’s paintings, as well as Indiana’s, into an anomalous hard-edged style. Critics and scholars agree that The Hartley Elegies are one of the most compelling and substantial works of art ever created by Robert Indiana.
In Liz K. Sheehan’s catalogue essay “Robert Indiana: Painter of Signs†she writes, “the Elegies cement and celebrate the numerous connections between two men, their lives and artistic achievements, and honor one of Maine’s most celebrated artists. The full suite of ten serigraphs, reproduced together for the first time in this volume, is one of Indiana’s most complex projects. Robert Indiana’s signs point us toward a broader understanding of Marsden Hartley’s work and the inspiration it holds for contemporary artists, who continue to find relevance in its depths.â€
Born Robert Clark, he adopted the name Indiana as a tribute to his home state. After receiving a degree from the Art Institute of Chicago in 1953 and a traveling fellowship to Europe, he moved to New York City. He became part of an artist community that included Ellsworth Kelly and Jack Youngerman, and began to experiment in geometric pop art styles. Although he came to prominence during the 1960’s, his concerns have always differed greatly from those of his contemporaries. Whereas the general pop movement took interest in the mass media and trappings of consumer culture, Indiana was drawn to Americana and national and cultural identity. Indiana now lives in Vinelhaven, Maine – the same town that Marsden Hartley once worked.
Visitors to Miami during Art Basel week will have a rare opportunity to view the celebrated work of an artist described as “the most American of American artists.†Stefano Campanini, Owner of Etra Fine Art comments on the gallery’s latest addition: “I am ecstatic to bring to Miami an exhibition of one of the greatest masters of 20th century. “The Hartley Elegies” is one of the most compelling and personal works of Robert Indiana. This exhibition in the past has only been seen together in two museums and now in Miami at the height of the season.â€
Alicia Restrepo and Stefano Campanini founded Etra Fine Art in 2004 after almost two decades in Soho, NY. The gallery has strived to bring the best artists to Miami and its international audience. Etra Fine Art has been the backdrop to many social events, poetry readings, theatre performances and inspiring lectures. More information about the gallery’s artists and exhibitions can be found at www.etrafineart.com.
Photo: Interior Shot of Etra Fine Art in Miami’s Design District by Simon Hare Photography
Photographs by Anthony Jordon of the 26th Annual White Party at Villa Vizcaya Museum & Gardens on Saturday, November 27, 2010.
White Party Week™ is the world’s oldest and largest HIV/AIDS fundraising event.  Profits from the week of festivities benefit Care Resource a 501[c](3) non-profit organization that serves the community with a broad range of services to those affected and effected by HIV/AIDS.
Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon to see more of his work go to his flickr page, click here.
Mobile Portrait Studio
December 2, 2010, 9:30-11:00 and 2:30-3:30
Wynwood and Miami Beach
Mobile Portrait Studio
project by Lara Stein Pardo
One day only during Art Basel/Art Fair Week
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Two Sessions, Two Locations
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM – Wynwood (near the Rubell Collection)
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM – Miami Beach (near the Convention Center)
Come out and have your portrait taken at the Mobile Portrait Studio. Participants will receive a free print within minutes of sitting for the portrait. The photos will also be preserved digitally and become part of a larger series of photographs documenting Miami and the contemporary art world. This project considers the role of portraiture, photography, performance, and public spaces in relationship to art-making, memory, and historical narratives. Lara Stein Pardo is a visual artist and PhD Candidate in Cultural Anthropology based in Miami.
Merce Museum Night
Friday, December 3, 6pm
Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, Florida 33132
RSVP: greenroom@arshtcenter.org
The Adrienne Arsht Center’s Green Room Society is hosting Merce Museum Night. We also have 2 cool art installations to check out as part of the evening.
In addition to the pre-show complimentary cocktail reception in the new Bombay Sapphire Lounge, guests will be able view Julian Lennon’s Timeless Photo Exhibit as well as pieces from The Lincoln Center List Collection! More details on the exciting 30-minute Merce program are below:
Immerse yourself in Merce! Choreographer Merce Cunningham and visual artist Robert Rauschenberg: Two undisputed giants of American culture. See their iconoclastic work from every angle and perspective in an astonishing 360-degree event—created especially for Miami— that re-imagines their legendary mid-20th Century collaborations.
First, you’ll encounter a new site-specific installation by Daniel Arsham, constructed in the theater’s auditorium. Then you’ll proceed on to the stage itself where, on three large multi-level sets, 14 dancers, wearing original Rauschenberg-designed costumes, perform Cunningham’s dazzling choreography.
Experience this once-in-a-lifetime tribute to the Cunningham/Rauschenberg legacy as few ever will—in an unforgettably intimate 30-minute piece that shatters all the conventions of a night out at the theater.
Garden Café pop-up for Art Basel | Miami Beach
Miami Beach Botanical Gardens
2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
On December 1st, Shai Tertner and Yaniv Cohen of Shiraz Events will be launching their latest design, The Garden Café. The Garden Café by Shiraz Events will be located within the beautiful grounds of the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens. Shiraz Events staff will operate the pop up garden café with furnishings by Gandia Basco.
The Miami Beach Botanical Gardens, located in the heart of Miami Beach, covers 4.5 acres showcasing beautiful and unique orchids, tropical plants and trees and a Japanese Garden. The pop-up café will offer guests a place to relax and enjoy gourmet delights created by Shiraz events and coffee beverages by Nespresso.
Yaniv Cohen notes, “Shai and I are honored to design and produce the Garden Café in such a peaceful and beautiful place. We are also excited to be so close to two design shows, which attract international crowds.â€
About Nespresso: The worldwide pioneer and market leader in highest-quality premium portioned coffee, introduces consumers to the world’s finest Grand Cru coffees. Nespresso coffee experts give utmost importance to every step of the coffee value chain, from sourcing the finest green coffee around the world to the delivery of the perfect cup. Only the top 1% of the world’s green coffee crop meets Nespresso specific taste and aroma profiles as well as its demanding quality standards.
About Gandia Basco: Gandia Blasco outdoor furniture collections are inspired in the philosophy of modern and fresh designs combined with a touch of personality. The company has collaborated with international prestigious designers such as Patricia Urquiola, Palomba & Ludovica or Jean-Marie Massaud becoming a reference in contemporary design. Gandia Blasco has also 20 exclusive showrooms around the world, including New York, Milan, Barcelona and Istanbul.
Shiraz Events’ work in design, production, catering and staffing is known for a distinguished sense of style, savoir fare, and attention to detail. With offices in NYC and Miami, Shiraz brings elegant sexy sensibility and forward thinking style to each event; creating beautiful environments with a unique palate and striking, impeccably presented and trained staff. Shiraz Events has produced high profile events including American Ballet Theatre’s Fall Galas, Belvedere’s Maceration Launches, Harper’s Bazaar 140th Anniversary, opening of the Museum of Sex, The Plaza’s 100th Anniversary, the Piaget Gold Cup Polo Tournament, launch of Manhattan Magazine amongst many others.
For more information on Garden Café by Shiraz Events, please contact
William Lanier, Shiraz Events, 347.847.8048, wlanier@shirazevents.com
Peep Show Video Screenings and Artist Interventions Aboard The Artbus Curated By Maja Ciric
Miami: 2-4 December 2010
Seats Are Limited. RSVP Required: info@art-bus.com
*Programs Are Subject To Change
More Info.
ITINERARIES
THURSDAY DECEMBER 2
6:30 pm Meet at the entrance of NADA at the Deauville Hotel (6701 Collins Avenue) and board the Artbus
7:00 pm Opening Reception at the Moore Spaceand tour of the exhibition Mover la Roca/Move the Boulder (4040 NE 2nd Avenue)
8:00 pm Party on the plaza of the Miami Art Museum (101 West Flagler Street) (only VIP cardholders)
10:00 pm Return to Miami Beach
FRIDAY DECEMBER 3
10:00 am Meet at the entrance of the Loews Hotel(1601 Collins Avenue)and board the Artbus
10:30 am Brunch at Cisneros Fontanals Foundation(1018 North Miami Avenue) and tour of the exhibition Photography After Form, curated by Tanya Barson and Simon Baker (only VIP Cardholders)
11:00 am Curator-led tour of PULSE Art fair at the Ice Palace (1400 North Miami Avenue)
12:00pm Tour of the de la Cruz Collection(23 NE 41st Street)
12:45 pm Reception at the Moore Space (4040 NE 2nd Avenue) and tour of the exhibition Mover la Roca/Move the Boulder
1:30 pm Return to Miami Beach
SATURDAY DECEMBER 4
3:00 pm Meet at the entrance of PULSE Art fair at the Ice Palace (1400 North Miami Avenue) and board the Artbus
3:30 pm Tour of the de la Cruz Collection(23 NE 41st Street)
4:15 pm Tour of select Wynwood galleries and special exhibitions, including Pierogi Gallery’s SEVEN (2214 North Miami Avenue)
6:00 pm Reception at the Moore Space and tour across the exhibition Mover la Roca/Move the Boulder (4040 NE 2nd Avenue)
7:00 pm Tour ends at PULSE Art fair or at 1400 Artfacts (1400 Biscayne Blvd).
[At 8:00 pm there will be a screening of art 21’s latest film on William Kentridge at the nearby Cisneros Fontanals Foundation(1018 North Miami Avenue)]
Every year, as the first snows hit the Northern Hemisphere, thousands of collectors, critics, and art lovers flock to Miami for their winter rendez-vous near the Caribbean. With over 20 art fairs and hundreds of openings, parties and special events taking place simultaneously across the city, it is often an overwhelming experience for those with ambitious agendas. For the first time, this year, the Artbus will be in town shuttling art lovers and collectors comfortably to their destinations aboard a 20 passenger limo tuned up by artist collective DETEXT.
Making the most of their time, inside the vehicle, Artbus passengers will also be able to view Peep Show, as election of videos by internationally acclaimed artists such as Greta Alfaro, Regina José Galindo, Marina Markovic, Maria Petschnig and Ivana Smiljanic (curated by Maja Ciric)
Mover La Roca. Ccemiami During Art Basel
The Moore Space
4040 NE 2nd Avenue
Suite 200, Second Floor
Miami, FL 33137
Schedule: Dec 3-5, from 11.30 am to 9 pm
Opening: Thursday December 2, between 6 pm and 12 am
More Info
Proposal by the CCEMiami during ART BASEL: exhibition by QUINTAPATA, contemporary Dominican artist association.
Works by Tony Capellán l Pascal Meccariello l Raquel Paiewonsky l Jorge Pineda l Belkis RamÃrez
Curador/ Curator: Fernando Castro Flórez
“Mover la Roca†(Move the boulder) gathers the works of five Dominican visual artists who reflect on the social and cultural situation in their island using their artistic tools. These artists form Quintapata (Fifthleg) a collective which main concern is to protest on the lack of interest for contemporary art in this Caribbean country.
The starting point of “Mover la roca†comes from the book “Invitación a la Estética†by Pedro Mir. In this handbook on esthetics the artist is defined like the person who dares to catch the rock and move it fearless. There is also a mythological eco in this title pointing to the Sisyphus story: all these artists are engaged in an unending task to place in the art space the common reality of their country. All the pieces show different points of view about the reality of the island avoiding the topics of tourist propaganda.
These depictions of the reality of the island reflect on issues like the low level of public education, human trafficking, childhood abuse or prostitution.
Miami Art Museum Ball
Saturday, December 4, 2010, 7pm-midnight
Mandarin Oriental, Miami
Tickets/tables available at events@miamiartmuseum.org or 305.375.5935
Celebrating the groundbreaking for the Museum’s new, expanded facility at Museum Park, the Miami Art Museum Ball 2010 is chaired by Diane and Robert Moss. As one of the season’s most anticipated social events, this year’s Ball includes a cocktail reception, silent auction, dinner, dancing, and other delightful surprises. The Ball is the Museum’s single most important fundraising event of the year, providing support for vital public programs that bring art to life for visitors of all ages, throughout the year. In conjunction with the MAM Ball 2010, the Miami Art Museum launched its first-ever online auction at www.biddingforgood.com/miamiartmuseum. The auction will run Monday, November 8, 2010 through Sunday, November 28, 2010 at midnight, and carry over to the silent auction at the Ball. For more information, please contact events@miamiartmuseum.org or 305.375.5935.
The Miami Art Museum Ball 2010 is supported by Bacardi U.S.A, Ltd, Diageo, Ocean Drive Magazine and Plum TV.
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, December 2, 2010, 7-11pm
Miami Art Museum, 101 West Flagler Street
By invitation only: Art Basel Miami Beach exhibitors’ pass, VIP card and special VIP card holders, PULSE VIP card holders, as well as Contributing ($250) and above MAM members and MAM Contemporaries.
By invitation only / RSVP required: RSVP@miamiartmuseum.org
To become a Contributing or above member, click here.
Miami Art Museum’s signature Art Basel event. Approximately 1,700 Art Basel VIPs and other invited guests will enjoy live music, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres under the stars. This year’s event features “The Hooping Life” documentary and live performances by the Hoola Monsters. “The Hooping Life” chronicles today’s subcultural uprising of the underground performance art of hula-hooping. Clips from the documentary will play throughout the event. For more information visit www.TheHoopingLife.com.
Shuttle service provided between Miami Beach Convention Center, Arsht Center/Ziff Opera House and MAM / Free garage parking at 50 NW. Second Ave. / For directions or shuttle schedule, contact miamiartmuseum.org/305.375.3000.
* Visit arshtcenter.org for info about “The Merce Cunningham Dance Company: The Legacy Tour,” a tribute to the Cunningham/Rauschenberg Legacy- December 2-4.
Party on the Plaza is supported by Atlantico Rum, Aveleda, Koncept Events, L’CHAIM kosher vodka, Le
Damira Feldman (Piano) with the program “May I have the Pleasure?â€
December 11th, 2010, at 7:30pm – 9:00 pm with the Post-Concert Reception “Meet the Artist”
Pelican Community Center
Cultural and Human Services 305.792.1706
18115 North Bay Rd
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
http://mirafeldman.com
The program “May I have the Pleasure†is all about Dance! Dance in Art and Dance in Music. From the delicate, graceful, controlled, yet deeply emotional Baroque dance to the most passionate, sensual and aggressive tango that remains one the world’s most fiercely erotic dances which are so often associated with death, lust, violence and sex.
The Program is enhanced by the presence of a large-screen projection of the Art works by Edgar Degas, Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, Nicolass Poussin, Pieter Bruegel the Elder and Nicolas Lancret. Also included are illustrations from Il Ballarino by Fabritio Caroso da Semoneta (1581) as well as rarely seen examples of the complex floor intricate serpentine patterns and the dance notation with music from The “Chorégraphie†by Raoul Auger Feuillet, published in 1700. We will also be featuring “The Dance Instructionsâ€, “Le maître à danser » by Pierre Rameau (1748) which was originally conceived as a method whereby courtiers of the Royal court of King Louis XIV could learn the fashionable dances of the French noble style.
Dance music from the 17th Century’ gallantries Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Minuet, Rigaudon and Gigue to the dances of 19th Century Waltz, Mazurka, Polka, Polonaise and Tango
The program featuring the harpsichord and piano works by Weber, Rameau, Lully, Zipoli, Bach, Chopin, Albeniz, Rachmaninov and Strauss
Art Exhibit: “World of the Seas”
December 3rd,2010, 7:30-10:00 p.m
Coral Gables, Fl.
Olazabal Hair & Skin Salon
520 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, Fl 33134
www.rubenchamizo.com
This coming Friday, December 3rd, 2010 from 7:00 pm-10:00 pm, our resident artist Ruben Chamizo will exhibit his latest art theme collection: “World of the Seasâ€. We are proud to announce this exhibit will be held at Olazabal Hair & Skin Salon-Gallery opening its doors for this endeavor for the first time.
This is a free event, made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and hard work of the artists and staff.
Conscious of the community’s need for artistic expansion, we are inviting residents to visit our Gallery, located at 520 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, Miami, Florida, 33134. Call 305-445-9691 for further inquiries, appointments or additional information.
Olazabal Hair & Skin Salon-Gallery’s art is available for viewing Tuesday through Friday, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. (appointments are available). Prior notice will be given by the Gallery management for other scheduled events as we are planning to continue with future art exhibits.
The Do-Over
Sunday Dec 5th, 2pm-10pm
BAR
28 NE 14th St
Downtown Miami
Free. 21+
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We will be bringing our stumbling road show from Hollywood down to Miami to close out Art Basel with a proper Do-Over Presented by adidas. We had so much fun the last time in Miami during WMC that it makes perfect sense to drop it big once again so you can best bet plenty of surprises and fun times are in store for our second trip to The Magic City. As always, our special guests are kept a complete mystery so you can expect the unexpected and music across the board (House, Reggae, Latin, Brasilian, Afro Beat, Funk/Soul, Hiphop, etc). To give you a glimpse of the madness that transpired the last time we invaded town:
Video from The Do-Over @ WMC: http://vimeo.com/11941307
A free daytime / nighttime Sunday jammy complete with booze and bbq all day long, all residing in the heart of Downtown Miami…
“One of the real highlights of WMC (Do-Over Miami)â€- GILLES PETERSON
“Parties are always better with surprises. Especially when they boast a lineup of some of the most respected and musically dope DJs on the planet — and it doesn’t cost a dollar for admission. Enter the Do-Over.â€- MIAMI NEW TIMES
“One of The Top 5 Summer Parties in The World†– THE FADER
“The Do-Over #1 on 10 Things That Don’t Suck (Summer 2010 Relief).†– URB
Whatcha’ Wanna Do? Do-Over!
Back By Popular Demand… Artundressed For Art Basel
Wed. Dec 1 thru Friday Dec. 3
2pm – Midnight.
Harvey’s By The Bay
6445 NE 7th Ave., Miami, FL 33138
www.artundressed.com
The ARTundressed Exhibition has been extended for 3 days only during the Art Basel Week
After a very successful showing last weekend and due to a tremendous response that followed, the ES Art Group has decided to extend the ARTundressed Exhibition for 3 days only during the Art Basel Events next week. For those who were not able to make it last weekend and those who made it and still yearning for more, this is your chance to experience one of the most impressive collections of sensual artworks ever seen under one roof. The exhibition will be up for only 3 days next week (Wed. Dec 1 thru Friday Dec. 3) at HARVEY’S BY THE BAY – 6445 NE 7th Ave., Miami, FL 33138; Hours of Operation is from 2pm – Midnight.
A one-of-a-kind event… The ARTundressed Exhibition is a celebration featuring the sensual attributes in Art; Music; Fashion; and Entertainment. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the sensual aspects of the visual and performing arts with a collection of beautiful sexy artworks from some of the world’s top visual artists, as well as a very impressive lineup of other great talents and incredible performers. The principal concept of the Exhibition is to create an interactive environment which allows everyone attending to become participants and even performers themselves by engaging them in a memorable experience.
ARTundressed illustrates a variety of sensual subject matters that bring to life the essence of the exhibition itself; whether you are an art enthusiast or connoisseur; mainstream, or into alternative lifestyles, the collection of the artworks showcased is designed to literally stimulate the mind. Our goal is to awaken and heighten all of the senses; this exhibition will touch the mind, body and amorous spirit through visuals, dancing, socializing, role-playing, and interactive participation. Combined with some of the best local and international talents, live performances, as well as the support and participation of some of the most prominent organizations in the art community, this year’s ARTundressed is definitely one event not to be missed!
ES Art Group strives to provide strong relationships between all aspects of the erotic art market worldwide. Through various methods of publishing, special events, art exhibition and marketing, our organization works to validate erotic art and call attention to the achievements of this ever growing community, whether it is in music, art, fashion, entertainment, or commerce.
ART EXHIBITION PRESENTS:
· Over 150 international artists featured in Erotic Signature’s “The World’s Greatest Erotic Art of Today†book.
· 80 participating artists registered to showcase about 200 pieces in the Art Exhibition
· More than 60 international winning and Invited artists scheduled to attend the Exhibition.
· Participation and installations presented by Local artists, as well as Masters of the Erotic Art movement.
Note: All Press/Media personnel are required to pre-register with proper credentials to cover this event. Information and Registration Forms can be found at www.artundressed.com or email esartgroup@yahoo.com
Plum TV presents
Le Première Édition of Haiti Art Expo 2010
December 2-5
Mosaic Building in Miami Design District
161 NE 40th Street, Suite 201
Design District Miami, FL 33137
Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11am to midnight.
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RSVP email: rsvp@capponigroup.com
Special Events:
Thursday, December 2
Opening Night
8:30PM-Midnight
Presented by Plum TV along with its co-chairman Jerry Powers, Michael Capponi and Jeff Feldman. Hosted by Venus Williams, Haitian born World Welterweight Champion Boxer Andre Berto, Fabrice and Patrick Tardieu, Haitian born founders of the fine clothing line Bogosse. There will be a special performance by Rara Lakey to celebrate the beautiful Haitian culture. The band is composed of 16 musicians, who play the tambour, bongos, bamboos, bass, cones and timbales.
Media Check-in: 8:45pm: Mandatory RSVP For Media Credentials & Interviews
Friday, December 3:
Open to the Public, Hosted by: Britta Hanson
Saturday, December 4:
SCOPE for Haiti
Reception at SCOPE: 5pm -7pm
Reception at Haiti Art Expo: 8:00pm
Hosted by: Michael Capponi, Anna Mixon, William Etundi
Haiti Art Expo and SCOPE have joined forces to celebrate Haitian Art and raise money for housing in Haiti. SCOPE VIP cardholders are invited to the SCOPE Pavilion from 5pm to 7pm for a special reception hosted by Haiti Art Expo. Guests will be escorted after the reception at Haiti Art Expo hosted by SCOPE (SCOPE for Haiti), where cardholders can view never before seen works from Haitian Artists. 100% of art sale proceeds will benefit the refugees and artists who have lost their homes in the tragic earthquake. www.scope-art.com/
Sunday, December 5:
Closing night –Open to the public
Hosted by Venus Williams and Haitian Born World Welterweight Champion Boxer Andre Berto and Jerry Powers
Presented & Produced by Michael Capponi & Jeff Feldman
Le Première Édition of Haiti Art Expo 2010, by Michele Frisch, Haiti’s leading art curator and collector, proudly presents a one-of-a-kind collection of Haitian artists who were never afforded the opportunity to display their works outside of their small island nation.
Haiti, a country most known for its abject poverty, political corruption and the recent catastrophic earthquake, is extraordinarily rich in culture, history, music and the arts. Upholding Haiti’s unique tradition of inspirational, Creole-themed contemporary art, these works are certain to heighten the senses through an exotic use of Caribbean colors, shapes and forms.
Haiti Art Expo 2010 demonstrates the visionary power of Haitian visual art that has continued to command international attention. This stunning collection of fine arts is comprised of a variety of media, objects d’art and photography. The exhibition features top works from the world-famous contemporary art master, Philippe Dodard, as well as many works by renown Haitian artists such as Levoy Exil, Payas, Alix Roy and Lousiane. Extremely talented, up-and-coming Haitian artists such as Sully Gutemberg and Manuel Mathieu will also be featured.
Haiti Art Expo 2010’s high-profile venue is centrally located in the heart of Miami’s uber-chic Design District. One hundred percent of art sale proceeds will benefit the refugees and artists who have lost their homes in the tragic earthquake. United Way of Miami-Dade is serving as fiscal agent for Haiti Art Expo.
American artists have also donated works. A large Haitian Flag, by iconic Pop Artist Romero Britto, will be displayed along with a number of photographs from various photographers who were on the ground immediately after the January earthquake. Photographer Sarah Brokaw, commissioned by the Jenkins/Penn Haitian Relief Organization, will showcase a ‘Limited Edition’ collection of images taken in Haiti’s largest tent city. Each limited print will be personally signed by Actor/Humanitarian Sean Penn.
Today there are still over 1.5 million homeless people who lost their homes in the January 12th earthquake in Port-au-Prince.
Plum-TV is THE 24-hour life and style network for millions of active, influential and educated people. The on-air, online and print destination of choice for an audience that, skis in Aspen, summers in Nantucket, gathers in the Hamptons and parties in South Beach. With a staff of “insider” contributors from the worlds of entertainment, fashion, finance, food and outdoor sports, Plum is designed to help successful people make great choices to enhance their lives. From new products and services, to travel and adventure, to philanthropy and the arts, Plum combines the power of hyper-local with quality national programming to create the ultimate rich media experience.
About Michael Capponi & Jeff Feldman’s Haiti Relief Efforts
Michael Capponi and Jeff Feldman became actively involved with Haiti from day one. Each on separate, but similar missions, they assembled teams, collected donations locally and have been to Haiti a combined 40 times on relief trips since January 12th.
Michael Capponiwas on the ground just 5 days after the tragic earthquake with a team of Miami Beach firefighters on a life safety mission, assisting with medical aid to as many Haitians as possible. Upon returning and after seeing the immediate need for additional support, Michael organized several fundraisers in the Miami Beach area to raise funds for tents, food and medical supplies. His success was overwhelming, and was able to take his action plan one step further. With the support of United Way and Project Medishare, Michael set up a tent community in Belvil, Haiti within Port Au Prince. He has done his best to provide food, water and tents for almost 5000 Haitians (850 of whom are children) since the earthquake.
Jeff Feldman has been visiting Haiti for several years and was deeply compelled to travel there only six days after the earthquake. Since then, he has returned to provide emergency relief and support to several organizations on the ground. After leading hundreds of volunteers in Miami Beach and receiving donated supplies and medications, Jeff was able to work with a top-flight medical organization in Miami to ensure immediate delivery of critical supplies directly into Haiti. Over the last 10 months, he has dedicated his life and worked closely with several logistical, medical, and relief organizations throughout Haiti and continues to provide resources to the people in most need.
The Miami Design District (www.miamidesigndistrict.net) is a unique, 18 square-block neighborhood just north of downtown Miami. Developed by Dacra, the Miami Design District is an example of the company’s commitment to building neighborhoods united by creativity, design, and commerce.
SAPAL After Hours – Our World. Your Move. exhibit / Fashion Show
Soho Arts Pavilion and Lounge
2151 NW 1st Court
Miami, FL 33127
Friday, December 3, 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM
21+
Wantickets.
SAPAL will be open for a high-end, late night party, Friday December 3rd. Featuring a thought-provoking RED CROSS exhibit called “Our World. Your Move.” This exhibit is part of “Arts For A Better World” exhibit being held at Soho Studios at The Wynwood Convention Center. Maya Swimwear and Splash Beachwear will also present a Fashion Show. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the AMERICAN RED CROSS.
Sponsored by: KANNOA, Ligne Roset, APEROL and SKINNY GIRL Margaritas. Media Sponsor: SocialMiami.com and cityofaventurablog.com.
Wet Heat Project presents: HOTBED Miami 2010
Fountain Miami Art Fair
A special event and film in-the-making for art fair week. December 2 through 5, 2010 at the Fountain Art Fair in the heart of Wynwood
Within the momentous global art world gathering the week of Art Basel Miami Beach, Wet Heat Project will stage a high-visibility platform on which four local art students are challenged to represent the innovative, spirited and relevant voices of Miami artists.
That platform is in the heart of Wynwood during the busiest art week of the year, at the pioneering fair that describes itself as “the installation-based exhibition of avant-garde galleries.” Fountain Miami Art Fair responded to our HOTBED concept with enthusiasm and support, and with the sponsorship of Miami-based advertising agency Alma DDB a prime booth space was secured.
Selected from New World School of the Arts in downtown Miami were four senior-level, next generation artists of diverse disciplines and backgrounds. They were given this direction: “Within 6 weeks, conceive, create and present a site-speciï¬c performative installation that will engage visitors to Fountain Miami 2010 and represent the artistic merit of Miami. Absorb input and feedback of mentor artists and art professionals. Plan to install, present and strike within one of the four calendar show days of the fair. Work with your fellow artists to decide the best order of exhibition.”
To launch pre-production, a special 3-hour Mentor Artist Workshop was conducted at the de la Cruz Collection on November 5, sponsored by New World School of the Arts. The HOTBED artists presented their ideas to four established, experienced Miami-based artists of diverse disciplines: Maria Jose Arjona, Richard Haden, Gean Moreno and Jen Stark. HOTBED artists were challenged by these mentors to express their ideas with clarity, to invest their developing work with relevance, visual accomplishment, depth, and not to lose sight of some old-fashioned fun.
Wet Heat Project will concurrently shoot a documentary film capturing the linear process of decisions, interaction and hard work that will bring each student artist’s ideas to fruition for one day on the floor of the crowded fair (production of the film is sponsored by LMNT / Gino Tozzi). A dedicated website enables the public to follow the progress and process of the artists: www.hotbedmiami.com
Wet Heat Project Director Bill Bilowit comments, “Through our films we tell stories about the people who make art happen in Miami, but with HOTBED we’re in effect staging a demonstration of that special energy, invention and community we encounter all the time. It’s our own experience from making Wet Heat Project, expressed to a visiting art world as a series of live performances.”
Wet Heat Project Producer Grela Orihuela explains, “We’d been working on a group of films for our “Why Me?” series about Miami art students for wetheat.tv – that’s launching soon – and on the way we met many amazingly talented young artists. The full effect of these kids transcended that specific series, so we invented HOTBED. It’s a fusion of two things, really – our interest in documenting the action of Miami’s art students, and our big-picture goal of revealing the scope and relevance of Miami’s art world.”
Bilowit adds, “Another important distinction about HOTBED is that the focus for the students is not about selling work, they know their role is to represent the quality and accomplishment of Miami artists at the earliest level of career. It’s about exemplifying a leading edge we believe exists here. There’s no commerce involved in HOTBED, it’s an act of sharing a piece of genuine Miami aesthetics right in the middle of the largest art market gathering in the Americas.”
Participating artists:
Jessica Laino, limchoy lee, Jose Felix Perez, sleeper
Participating artist mentors:
Maria Jose Arjona, Richard Haden, Gean Moreno, Jen Stark
Participating sponsors:
Alma DDB (installation space, HOTBED artists, online scrapbook) www.almaddb.com
LMNT / Gino Tozzi (production of Wet Heat Project documentary film)
New World School of the Arts (mentor workshop) nwsa.mdc.edu
de la Cruz Collection (mentor workshop) www.delacruzcollection.org
Participating supporter: Fountain Miami Art Fair www.fountainexhibit.com
About Wet Heat Project
Through multiple visual media formats, Wet Heat Project documents and personiï¬es the ongoing achievements, processes, development and outreach of the Miami art scene. Our expanding catalog of short ï¬lms can be viewed on www.wetheat.tv. Our longform documentary ï¬lms such as the “miamiHeights” series (with episodes on Hernan Bas and Bert Rodriguez) are distributed on DVD homevideo at art museums, collections and online, and are available for screenings at art and educational venues. For more info on Bill Bilowit and Grela Orihuela go to www.wetheatproject.com.
For more information about local openings and events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com
Diana Lowenstein Fine Arts
Opening reception: Saturday, December 4, 2010 | 7:30 – 10:00 p.m.
Diana Lowenstein Fine Arts | 2043 North Miami Avenue | Miami, FL 33127
November 13 through December 24, 2010
Tuesday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
www.dlfinearts.com
Michael Scoggins | #1 Fan
A page out of a notebook, with its blue lines and spiral bound edges, is a familiar image. This is my primary vehicle in utilizing a connection with the viewer. The paper is enlarged to give this common object a sense of importance and to create a new perspective. The text and images placed upon the large page deal with the influences of American culture and how it has shaped my life. The paper is torn, crumpled and folded to implicate a tangible history and to suggest the creation of an object, thus expanding the definition of traditional drawing. – Michael Scoggins
Project Room | precious
“When discussing writing, Virginia Wolf once referred to ‘a nugget of pure truth to wrap up between the pages of your notebooks and keep on the mantelpiece forever.’ It is this jewel-like sort of preciousness that exists in contemporary art to which I tend to gravitate. The works in precious each involve an intense amount of work, are wickedly smart, and just a little bit gorgeous; yet each possesses enough darkness and irony to keep their unmitigated beauty in check.” – Annie Wharton
All of the artists in precious, curated by Annie Wharton, share an elaborate approach to studio and theoretical practice, taking painstaking measures in the process of thought and execution of each work in the exhibition: from videos by Ingibj�rg Birgisd�ttir (Iceland), Davida Nemeroff (Canada), and Lina Theodorou (Greece); to paintings by Alika Cooper (Guam), and Mary Anna Pomonis (US); to works on paper by T.J. Ahearn (US), Eduardo Consuegra (Colombia), and Bobbi Woods (US); and sculpture and installation by Enrique Gomez de Molina (Cuba) and Peter Harkawik (US), precious examines how contemporary culture places particular value on artistic production and idea.
Please visit DLFA at Pulse Miami, Booth B404, Thursday, December 2nd, through Sunday, December 5th
For more information about local openings and events, please visit www.miamiartguide.com
Michael Scoggins. Under Repair. 2010. Marker, prismacolor on paper. 21″ x 51″
Bert Stern & I Exhibition Art Basel Miami-Midtown
CHADY, Art Gallery + Atelier | 3312 N. Miami Ave., Miami, FL
Wednesday Dec 1st thru Sunday Dec 5th, Noon to 10pm
VIP Reception featuring Susana Baker
Thursday Dec 2nd from 6 pm to 10 pm
Interactive Art Experience
An exhibition of CHADY’s work featuring
3-D Art Paintings, Fine Art Pieces and Sculptures
A Special Non-Published Collection by the Photographer Bert Stern Private Photography Collection of Susana Baker
For Miami Art Week Artformz Presents
“Small Wonderz (Art) Salon” at VERGE Art Fair
Small Format Work by 40 Prominent Miami Artists
The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club in Miami Beach
Saturday Dec. 4 & Sunday Dec. 5, 2010
Opening Reception: Saturday, Dec. 4th 7-9pm Sponsored by Bombay Sapphire.
1732 Collins Avenue • Miami Beach, FL
The temperature of Miami is heating up once again as Artformz prepares the 2nd edition of its renowned survey of outstanding local artists small format work. The special event curated by Artformz and hosted at Verge Art Fair will feature Miami artists Paul Aho, Jacquenette Arnette, Rosario Bond, Duane Brant, Pip Brant, Randy Burman, Rolando Dal Pezzo, Dinorah de Jesus Rodriguez, Natasha Duwin, Priscilla Ferguson, Luis Garcia-Nerey, Donna Haynes, Sibel Kocabasi, Jacek Kolasinski, Dina Knapp, Mary Larsen, Jules Lusson, Alicia Mesa, Luisa Mesa, Maritza Molina, Venessa Monokian, Hugo Moro, Charo Oquet, Kerry Phillips, Rossella Ramanzini, Brian Reedy, David Rohn, Gustavo Roman, Lydia Rubio, Sara Rytteke, Claudia Scalise, Gretchen Scharnagl, Alette Simmons-Jimenez, Maxine Spector, Nina Surel, Chu Teppa, Paloma Teppa, Jackie Tufford, Jovan Karlo Villalba, Tom Virgin, Juan Carlos Zaldivar
Opening Preview: Saturday, December 4, 2010, 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Artformz at Verge Hours: Saturday, 4 December: Noon to 8 pm; Sunday, 5 December: Noon to 6 pm
www.artformz.net
www.vergeartfair.com/miami.html
Ilaria Niccolini Production in collaboration with Cabrini and Associates Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast and with the special support of FIAT and Ducati Miami presents
Exhibitalia,
the first Italian Pavilion of contemporary arts
Curator Maurizio Vanni, Director of Lucca Center of Contemporary Art, Italy
Dec.1 – Dec. 6, noon to midnight daily
70 NW 25th. St.
Wynwood Arts District
exhibitalia.com
Exhibitalia, the Italian Pavilion shows more than 40 artists and 200 artworks in its 15,000 sq ft of outdoor and indoor exhibition spaces. The show has been curated by Maurizio Vanni director of Lu.C.C.A. Center of Contemporary Art, the trendiest center for contemporary arts in Italy.
Fiat & Art Students from Miami Universities
FIAT will hold a competition among the enthusiastic hands of the students of the Art departments of Miami universities, under the supervision of the talented Christian Balzano, an internationally recognized artist with a long experience in international exhibitions. Christian was specifically selected for Exhibitalia by Fiat and the Lu.C.C.A. Museum.
Exhibitalia on Photography
Renowned magazine photographer Colleen Duffley will devote three afternoons to photo shoots involving the public and sponsors. An ad-hoc set will be created using three of the new FIAT 500 cars, that will also be the protagonists of all the activities taking place daily at Exhibitalia.
In addition, Shots Gallery of Bergamo, Italy, will present photographs by Mario De Biasi (black and whites of the 40ies and 50ies) and Pietro Masturzo, recent winner of the World Press Award 2010.
Ducati Tours in 1189 Superbike
Ducati will keep the pace with daily events centered around the new 1189 Superbike, that will tour the city for photo shoots.
International Artists in Exhibitalia
Italian artists and European colleagues and friends: nine international guests of Exhibitalia, from Germany, Greece and Venezuela, will be presented by Euart.
Italian contemporary Arts
Works by 26 Italian contemporary artists presented by Art-Events.
Ken Scott silk and ceramic collection
Courtesy of the Italian Cultural Institute in Washington DC with Fondazione Sartirana Arte and Ilaria Niccolini Production.
About Exhibitalia
Exhibitalia, is the first Italian Pavilion devoted to the excellence of contemporary arts, in the Wynwood Arts District of Miami. Curated by Maurizio Vanni. 15,000 sq ft of outdoor and indoor exhibition spaces, more than 40 artists and 200 artworks, 20 mobile walls, and three major international sponsors: FIAT (Chrysler), Ducati Miami, and SEA Milano Airports.
The guiding thread of the whole Exhibitalia experience will be the human flow, the crowds, the analysis of intermingling paths and the opportunities for reflection provided by Cabrini’s “small menâ€.
On the web exhibitalia.com / luccamuseum.com/ sandrocabrini.it/ ilarianiccolini.com/ euart.org/ shotsgallery.it/ galleriapoliedro.com/ syrlin-kunstverein.de/ studiobthebeach.com/ colleenduffleyphotography.com
Information Via Art Circuits Press Releases
Swimwear Association Of Florida Announces
Launch Of Lingerie Show At Swimshow
July 16 – 19, 2011
Miami Beach Convention Center
SwimShow, the largest and most comprehensive swimwear show in the world, is excited to announce the inaugural launch of the Lingerie Show to premiere at the annual trade show in July 2011. Already recognized as the worldwide leader in swimwear exhibitions, Swimwear Association of Florida (SAF) is expanding its reach into the synergetic market of lingerie in response to the needs of its buyers and vendors.
“Due to the shifts in the global economy and the ever-changing structure of our industry, SAF believed that we needed to evolve our show based on the needs of our members,†said SwimShow organizer Judy Stein. “Our number one priority is to ensure a beneficial, productive and enjoyable experience for all our attendees. By adding Lingerie to our show mix we are in effect saving our retailers time and money and giving them the opportunity to source more product.†The addition of the Lingerie Show will allow retail buyers to get their first and all-encompassing look at what the most established designers and new up-and-coming talent are presenting for both swimwear and lingerie in one location.
SwimShow is the premier resource for buyers from all swimwear categories, and caters to designer boutiques, resort shops, specialty stores, surf shops, department stores, mass merchants and more. Every year, brands are juried to ensure that only the finest swimwear is presented and the top brands from around the world are featured. This high standard of exhibition will also be in place for the Lingerie Show. SAF will continue to guarantee that only the best quality brands and most creative new companies are offered space to showcase their new collections.
Lingerie Show debuts during the four action-packed days of SwimShow 2012 at the Miami Beach Convention Center from July 16 – 19, 2011.
For more information please contact Cece Feinberg at cece@feinbergpr.com or 305.532.3467
Guess by Marciano Runway Fashion Show
Dec. 4th 2010, 10pm
MIA on biscayne
20 Biscayne Blvd. Miami Florida 33132
www.sx-fo.com
Dec. 4, 2010 (Keeping Up with The Kardashian’s) Club MIA and Guess by Marciano have teamed up to make the hottest Party/Fashion show of the year right in the heart of Downtown Miami. Guess by Marciano will be featuring all the new looks for the new season and what to expect in high end fashion for 2011.
Cernuda Arte at Art Basel Miami Beach
12/2/10 – 12/5/10, 12 noon – 8 p.m.
Art Basel Miami Beach
Miami Beach Convention Center
www.cernudaarte.com
Cernuda Arte at Art Basel Miami Beach
It is with great pleasure that we announce our forthcoming participation
– for the first time – in one of the most prestigious international art fairs
Art Basel Miami Beach December 2-5, 2010
at the Miami Beach Convention Center, BOOTH H2.
Cernuda Arte will feature a sterling show of “Twentieth Century Cuban Modernists” (from the 1920s through the 1960s), including works by, Wifredo Lam, VÃctor Manuel, Amelia Peláez, Eduardo Abela, Mario Carreño, Carlos EnrÃquez, Fidelio Ponce de León, Mariano RodrÃguez, René Portocarrero, Cundo Bermúdez, among others.
The new edition of our annual publication, Important Cuban Artworks, volume nine, a 132-page-full-color catalog – documenting over 200 works – will be presented during the fair.
Show Dates and Hours: Thursday, December 2 to Sunday, December 5, 2010:
Daily from noon to 8 p.m., Sunday until 6 p.m.
For further information: Cernuda Arte 305-461-1050 / cernudaarte@msn.com
Accessory Maven–Miss Pepper Boutique Celebrates Its One-Year Anniversary
MiSS PEPPER
7308 Red Road
South Miami, FL 33143
ph. 305.668.8282
December 2nd, 2010 from 5-9pm
Enjoy A Night Of Delectable Delights, Fall Designs, And Fabulous Donations, South Miami Style!
Accessories hot spot, MiSS PEPPER Boutique is proud to announce the celebration of their one-year anniversary with a fantastic in store event! In honor of their one-year milestone, boutique owners Alina Areces, Carolina Garcia, and Victoria Coto invite you to a night of delectable delights, fall designs, and fabulous donations! Fashionistas, friends, and family are welcome to attend this exclusive celebratory event on December 2nd, 2010 from 5-9pm, at the MiSS PEPPER Boutique located in the heart of South Miami.
Guests will have the chance to view the latest trends by Kacey K, Cool Joolz by Martha Calvo, Soixante Neuf, and House of Harlow while sipping on signature cocktails & hors d’oeuvres. All visitors who donate an unwrapped/unopened toy in support of the Get Styled, Give Smiles Holiday Toy Drive (benefitting the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation) will receive 20% of their purchase that evening.
About MiSS PEPPER Boutique:
MiSS PEPPER Boutique is South Miami’s premier location for the latest in jewelry, handbags, wallets, and accessories. Featuring designer lines like House of Harlow, Elizabeth Cole, A.V. Max, and Deux Lux, Jessica Elliot, and Taudrey at extremely affordable prices ranging from $15 to $500. With a wide variety of embellished accessories, MiSS PEPPER Boutique offers options for the economic shopper to the luxurious shopper while treating each guest like the VIP that they are. Picture a chic gray and yellow floral wallpapered space, with a delightful lime green fainting couch, surrounded by yummy trays of cookies and mini cupcakes. MiSS PEPPER boutique hosts monthly designer trunk shows and shopping parties, offering locals the first chance to snag the latest in accessory trends. www.facebook.com/misspepperboutique
About Get Styled Give Smiles Campaign:
A partnership between AILY V and Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Celebrating its 2nd year, GET STYLED, GIVE SMILES will be launching its campaign this November 26th just in time for the famous shopping holiday, Black Friday and will be running until December 17th. Throughout the 4-week campaign the 20% shopping discount is available to all customers at any time who bring in their unwrapped toy to participating locations. It celebrates its official KICK OFF Party at MiSS PEPPER BOUTIQUE in conjunction with their one-year anniversary celebration. For those who cant make it out to the various locations and would like to make a donation via text message, they can text “CHILD†to 85944 and send a $5 gift of health to Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation.
For more information please log onto www.getstyledgivesmiles.org.
Miami Outstanding Piano Amateurs
Sunday, December 5th, 2010 at 4:15 pm
Steinway Piano Gallery
4104 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables, Florida 33146
After a great success of the Opening concert of the Miami Outstanding Piano Amateurs Festival on November 13th another wonderful pianists will share their passion for the piano and creative efforts in the upcoming recital with the fascinating music ranging from Baroque era through Classics and Romantics, to more contemporary composers:
Alexia Leow, MD Ph.D. Department of Psychiatry and Department of Bio Engineering at University of Illinois College of Medicine.
Ronald S. Lubetsky, M.D., J.D. Private practice in Internal Medicine and Pain-management
Frank McFadden, Ph.D. President of CVI Analytics
Please remember to pass this information on to your friends, colleagues and family who may not have been contacted and may enjoy the participation in “Miami Outstanding Piano Amateurs†Do not miss such a great opportunity to take part in the Festival and hear live performances of talented artists in the elegant atmosphere of Steinway Piano Gallery!
For information please call 305-588-0083 or 305-774-9878
Email: contact@mirafeldman.com
Free concert.
Sensory Luxury
December 2-4, 7pm-10pm
Acoustic Architects
271 NW 23rd Street
Miami, Florida
An Exclusive Presentation of Fine Contemporary Art in the Wynwood Arts District – Art Basel Miami, 7-10pm Dec 2, 3 and 4
Featuring
…Jen Haley – Kurt Merkel – Derek Gores – Christina Major – Mirinka Bendova – Larry Buist
“This dynamic exhibit is a true feast for the senses… Melt in front of Jen Haley’s organic abstracts in paint and epoxy resin. Hear the ‘poetry of line’ in Kurt Merkel’s caligraphic works in metal and stone. Absorb the layers of memory in Derek Gores’ lush collage portraits made of recycled magazines. Wonder at Christina Major’s ethereal figure paintings lost in a dream. Witness Mirinka Bendova’s sensual figures and Larry Buist’s control of layered wood in creating new natural forms. Look… Listen… Feel…”
– Acoustic Architects
“I’m thrilled to present this collection of artists to the Art Basel Miami audience. We have beautiful new ideas, cutting edge techniques, artists with national and international careers underway. Derek Gores, for example, is represented by Thinkspace Gallery LA and was just named ‘one of the 40 important artists in the New Contemporary Movement’ at the London Miles Gallery in the UK. Come see what all the buzz is about… at ‘Sensory Luxury’.”
– Curator Jen Haley
Bird Road Art Walk
Saturday, December 18, 2010, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Bird Road Art District
Throughout the Bird Road Art District, check our facebook page for particpating studios or call 305.467.6819 for more info.
Facebook page.
Particpating Studios & Art Spaces:
Accent Alternative Art Space
Aperture Studios
Artworks Associates II
Carlos Antonio Rancano
Erik Speyer Studio
Esteban Blanco Art Studio
G Peralta Fine Arts
Gina Guzman Stained Glass Studio
Lambertini Art
Madero Art
MANO Fine Art Studio/Project Space
Miami Art Club
Miami Press Workshop
Nestor Arenas Fine Art Photography
Nickel Glass Studio
Onate Fine Art
Pablo Lazo Studio
Rafael Consuegra/Caudart Gallery & Studio
Ray Azcuy Art Studio
Rodolfo Chavarriaga Art Studio
Rofle R. Art Studio
Romero Hidalgo Artists’ Studios
Tropical Art Gallery@ Palmetto Rug
The Young Artists Academy
Valmar Framing Gallery
Victor Gomez Workshop
Warehouse
Go behind-the-scenes, in one of Miami’s oldest art districts. Visit open studios, view gallery exhibitions, meet the artists, enjoy complimentary cocktails and hors d’ ouvres, plenty of free parking and complimentary shuttle bus service that will take you to each major studio hub throughout the night.
Our favorite gourmet mobile food vendors will be also be set-up at strategic points along the way so that you can stop and have dinner.
The Bird Road Art District (BRAD) is located just off the beaten path east of SW 75th Avenue, which runs alongside the Palmetto Expressway and between Bird Road (SW 40th St) and SW 48th St. The majority of the artist’s studios are located off of SW 75th Ave.
Start your Art Walk at any of the particpating studios or alternative art spaces. Look for the shuttle bus that will take you from one warehouse hub to another. The bus goes by all the particpating venues approximately every 25-30 minutes. Suggested starting point for the Art Walk is 4229 SW 75 Avenue
Getting there:
Traveling from the North
From I-75
Go south to 826, then south to Bird Rd. exit. go east 1 block and turn right
onto 74th Ct (Shell Station on corner) continue on 74th Ct, follow the curve and turn left at first parking lot.
From I-95
Go south to 826, then south to Bird Rd. exit. go east 1 block and turn right onto 74th Ct (Shell Station on corner) continue on 74th Ct, follow the curve and turn left at first parking lot.
From the Florida Turnpike
Go south to 836, then east to 826 south, then to the Bird Rd. exit. go east 1 block and turn right onto 74th Ct (Shell Station on corner) continue on 74th Ct, follow the curve and turn left at first parking lot.
Traveling from the South
From US1
Go north to 826, then to Bird Rd. exit. go east 1 block and turn right onto 74th Ct (Shell Station on corner) continue on 74th Ct, follow the curve and turn left at first parking lot.
From 874
Go north to 826, then to Bird Rd. exit. go east 1 block and turn right onto 74th Ct (Shell Station on corner) continue on 74th Ct, follow the curve and turn left at first parking lot.
Traveling from the East
From I-95
Go south to 836, then west to 826 south, then to the Bird Rd. exit. go east 1 block and turn right onto 74th Ct (Shell Station on corner) continue on 74th Ct, follow the curve and turn left at first parking lot.
From Miami International Airport
Go west on 836 to 826 south, then to the Bird Rd. exit. go east 1 block and turn right onto 74th Ct (Shell Station on corner) continue on 74th Ct, follow the curve and turn left at first parking lot.
Traveling from the West
From Tamiami (8th St.)
Take the Florida Turnpike North to 836,
then East to 826 south, then to the Bird Rd. exit. go east 1 block and turn right onto 74th Ct (Shell Station on corner) continue on 74th Ct, follow the curve and turn left into first parking lot.
The Street: Festival of Electronic Music, Art and Performance
featuring 60×60 Sanguine Mix, EMMI: Expressive Machines Musical Instruments, FLEA: FIU Laptop & Electronic Arts Ensemble, FRIDAMUSIQ, James George, Aurie Hsu, Daniel Peterson, SHARE and Keiko Uenishi.
December 2-4, 2010
FREE
In front of Harold Golen Gallery
2294 NW 2nd Ave, Wynwood Art District, Miami FL, 33127
info@12nights.org
More Info.
With the support of Foundation of Emerging Technologies and Arts, Harold Golen Gallery, SCFA and the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.
You are cordially invited to the United Nude 5PRCITY exhibition Opening Party
Thursday December 2nd, 6pm to 10pm
United Nude Miami
Miami Design District
161 NE 40th Street
Miami, FL 33137
RSVP@unitednude.com
www.unitednude.com
5PRCITY is a Chinese conteporary photography exhibition with works by
Quist
223
Qiu
Liki Yiu
Music by: The Chainsmokers
The Grand Luxury Tour at Nikki Beach
A global rendez-vous for the elite on New Year’s eve 2011
Nikki Beach reclaims its title as South Beach’s jet set hotspot with a blowout New Years Eve soiree.
On December 31 2010, Nikki Beach Miami invites you to come aboard The Grand Luxury Tour, South Beach most glamorous New Year’s eve soirée. Prepare for a global event as the Orient Express-themed evening transports guests to all the exotic locations of Nikki Beach, celebrating famed venues such as St. Tropez, Marbella, Koh Samui, St. Barths, Cabarete and Marrakech. This exquisite affair will feature mouth-watering haute cuisine designed uniquely by Chef Gerry Gnassi, thrilling live entertainment including a private fireworks display and a New York-style ball drop at midnight in Miami.
Taking a page from, as Vanity Fair states, “the train against which all other luxury trains are measured,†Nikki Beach will be the destination against which all others in Miami will be compared to after this amazing event. Elevating the signature Nikki Style to the ultimate in jet-set elegance, guests should wear their finest fashions and expect to be dazzled. Draped in beautiful decorations, The Grand Luxury Tour at Nikki Beach will evoke an air of romance and adventure, designed to thrill and enchant throughout the evening’s journey. All Nikki Beach destinations will be celebrated as the Orient Express moves along, and as midnight strikes in all the international time zones.
Guests will have several choices of how they want to celebrate, from different levels of VIP bottle service to a gastronomic delight starring such stellar dishes as sugar cane foie gras, heart of palm and asparagus salad, miso marinated sea bass, duck confit and center cut filets. Make sure to save room for the dessert course and savor the tantalizing chocolate tasting offered only on this ultimate night of celebration. Stay tuned to find out more information about the various packages that will be available.
In true Nikki style, the evening will feature a fabulous program with outrageous live performances, throbbing beats spun by the best international DJ’s, delicious signature Nikki Beach cocktails and the sexiest jet-set crowd. The Orient Express is a work of art and a true Art Deco icon, and The Grand Luxury Tour at Nikki Beach will dazzle the senses and transport guests during this chic, not be missed amazing event.
The Grand Luxury Tour at Nikki Beach will begin at 8:00 pm and continue until 5:00 am. For more information please visit www.nikkibeach.com or call 305-538-1111.
Stay tuned for details on Destination Nikki Beach’s VIP exclusives, DJ lineup and special guests. Visit www.nikkibeach.com today where tickets are available at a special discounted rate of $50 until December 15. After the mid-month mark, tickets will be offered at the standard price of $75 for general admission.
About Nikki Beach (www.nikkibeach.com)
In 1998, Nikki Beach introduced the world to the ultimate beach club concept bringing dining, fashion, art, music and entertainment together. As quoted by the London Observer as “The Sexiest Place on Earthâ€, over a decade later, Nikki Beach continues to make its mark in the world’s hottest addresses and trendsetting locales, recently claiming the #1 spot in Travel Channel’s World’s Sexiest Beach Bars. The Nikki Beach concept has transcended its international venues and grown into a global lifestyle company with a seasonal clothing line; a sun care and fragrance line; Marketing and Public Relations Divisions; Global Sponsorships and Special Events; Nikki Beach Music; Nikki Beach Beauty; a VIP and Concierge program; and a Hotel and Resorts Division with 10 new locations to open starting in 2012. The Nikki Beach lifestyle can now be experienced in twelve cities, in eight different countries with more locations to come in the near future: Miami Beach, Florida, USA; St.Tropez, France; Cannes, France; St. Barth, French West Indies; Marbella, Spain; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; New York City, New York, USA; Marrakech, Morocco; Koh Samui, Thailand; Cabarete, Dominican Republic; Toronto, Canada; and soon Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. For more information on Nikki Beach locations, please visit www.nikkibeach.com.
For more information on Nikki Beach, please visit www.nikkibeach.com.
The Station at The News Lounge rt Exhibition
12/3/2010, 5pm-3am
The New Lounge
5580 NE 4th Court
Miami, FL 33137
www.the55thstreetstation.com
Exhibition, Live Art & Music
Complimentary cocktail reception 5pm to 6pm
No cover
Artists:
Claude Charlier
Adam Schrimmer
Terry Thompson
Music:
JP Rigaud
Doruk Ozlen
Chilly
SPECIAL GUEST
TERRY THOMPSON
Artaholics may have their ArtBasel Miami schedule planned out, but a comprehensive trip is not complete without a visit to The STATION at the News Lounge ArtBasel exhibition. Curator JP Rigaud assembled a fascinating group of mid-career artists that are reshaping the landscape of contemporary art. Adam Schrimmer will perform live paintings during the exhibition.
Claude Charlier is an artist born in Nancy, France. He knew at a very early age that photography and painting was going to be his life’s passion, though his studies remained on the classical arts; music and fine art in particular. After the usual first jobs, including working as a photographer for the French Governement, he was asked to come and work at Paris Match after doing a scoop of a jail revolution. At that time, he also started to collaborate with Shuji Terayama, writer and director of the Tenjo Sajiki and Suzuki Tadashi director of the Waseda Shogekijo, then co-wrote and directed “Laurence de Parisâ€. But soon, he realized that the theater world was not the perfect fit for him and he left Paris and London for Tokyo, and began a life that took him all over the world.
Apart from photography and painting, he also worked as an art director for 4 years creating international campaigns for majors Japanese companies, did a couple of morning shows for Japanese networks and helped in creating several magazines like Tokyo Journal, Vu and G magazine.
Claude has lived and worked in Japan, Europe, South East Asia and in the USA, where he currently resides. His work has appeared in of the world’s major publications, and his client list includes an impressive list of the world’s major corporations and publications. He has won back to back awards for best annual reports over a six year period, and received the Mercury Award for his work for Ricoh Company, Best advertising campaign for NEC twice, Best magazine add for Nikon Camera campaign, etc….
Several of his shows have been sponsored by Nikon, Pentax, and Ilford & Kodak. Claude Charlier is listed in both the “Dictionnaire des Photographes†and in the “Encyclopedie de la Photographieâ€.His works has also been purchased by several museums, including the Louvre, and by private collectors.
Adam Schrimmer: “Schrimmer, self taught, but formally trained at the Ringling School of Art & Design, is no stranger to Miami’s art scene. Adam has been submerged in its waves since 2003.Upon arriving, he joined the ranks of Diaspora Vibe Galleries’ residents and moved into the Bakehouse Art Complex as a resident artist, serving on their Board of Directors as their Artist Representative. During this time, Schrimmer’s work was commissioned by such Miami heavy weights as The Related Group, One Miami LLC, Adrienne Arsht Center, The Vagabond, Village Voice Media, Miami and Broward Palm Beach New Times and Harley Davidson. He has also taken part in several solo and group shows throughout the years at numerous national galleries and popular night spots like The Standard, The Vagabond, and Park West in Miami. Adam’s work consists of mostly black and white, charcoal drawings on a variety of surfaces. He feels the direct friction between his hands and his material creates the energy that pulses out,
onto the canvas. A humble artist, he is a force to be reckoned with. His portraits empower people to feel aggressive, powerful and sexy; to reveal their true colors. His work shows its form in the most raw and seductive way possible.This will be Schrimmer’s 4th Art Basel showing, his works collected both nationally and internationally.”
Terry Thompson: Part Visual Artist, DJ, producer, and modern day renaissance man. As a producer, this veteran dj hit the big leagues with his international smash hit “Shine†on the Defected UK label. His track was featured as a New Essential Tune on Pete Tong’s BBC Radio show in 2007. Also released during the WMC conference that same year and played by djs from all around the world. Terry is no stranger to Art Basel or Miami. He performed at various venues in South Beach over the last 5 years.
Terry is also a well-known visual artist. His second one-man exhibition, titled Party People (2007) in the Sub-Basement Art Gallery’s 20,000 square-foot massive space in Baltimore rocked. The show featured an array of works linked by expressive and mystical relationships between transient and communal party people. For example, Touched the Sky is a large-scale painting named after the popular underground dance track released this year by Dennis Ferrer. Much like the lyrics of the song, the painting captured the colors, rhythms and synergy on dance floors in New York, Miami, London, and Ibiza. Thompson paints mini grid-like windows filled with hieroglyphics figures. In each painting he creates his own language that on the surface resembles musical notes. However, when you look at them closely there is more to the story than meets the eye.
Other works shown were Shine, Rej, Milk and 2 Sugars, Chinkara, and Sosue. Most of the works represented a chic blend of cultures, spirits, and passionate grooves from the underground dance scene.
Terry Thompson was born in Chicago, IL. He is a self-taught artist and was an artist-in-residence for 3 years at Baltimore’s School 33 Art Center. Thompson has had various exhibitions including: Flash Art Museum, Trevi, Italy (1998), World Fine Art Gallery, New York, (1999), School 33 Art Center Bi-annual (1999, 2001) Maryland Art Place (2005), Artexpo 2005, New York (2005), Sub-basement Artist Gallery (2005,2007). He holds a Masters of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University.
JP Rigaud: For the last two decades this international dj has been rocking dance floors around the globe. The former resident of Nikki Beach for many years took his audience on a journey from chill-out, new jazz, broken beat to the sounds of deep, bossa, latin house and house.
Doruk Ozlen: DJ/Producer from Istanbul, Turkey. This multi-talented dj/producer is making big waves with his monster productions. His tracks are played all over the world. He is one of the most respected dj and producer on the scene today
Chilly: On the scene in Miami for many years, Chilly is without a doubt made a mark in dance music. “Just Chilly.†Chilly has spun, at a host of venues in Miami including Forge and the now-defunct Pearl. His Dolce Entertainment company has hosted some of the best parties in the city.
Terry Thompson: CodeRed/Defected in the House. Enough said.
KCC Productions and the Van Dyke Cafe present Six Son
Saturday, November 27, at 9 PM.
The Van Dyke is located at 846 Lincoln Road, South Beach.
Six Son features a fusion of the fundamental roots and rhythmic variations of timba and jazz. Members of the band have worked with Celia Cruz, Albita Rodriguez, Oscar D’Leon, Rocio Jurado and more. For more information, call 305-534-3600 or visit thevandykecafe.com.
The Electric Pickle
2826 N. Miami Avenue
Miami, FL
SAFE + The Electric Pickle Co present Fuck Art, Let’s Dance Off Basel 2010
Dec 2/3/4
All Shows 9PM till Late.
Thursday 12/2
Get Physical Music
Basel 2010 Special
Upstairs:
M.A.N.D.Y. 5 Hour Set
Lazaro Casanova
Downstairs:
Special Guest (The One and Only) DJ Koze
support: Joaquin
Friday 12/3
Upstairs:
Cassy [Perlon/Ostgutton/Cocoon/Panoramabar/Berlin]
Conway
Terrace:
Mock & Toof – Live [DFA/Tiny Sticks/London]
Downstairs:
Eric Duncan aka Dr. Dunks [DFA/Rub N’ Tug/Still Going/NYC]
support:
Nightdrive/Laura Of Miami
Will Renuart/Tomas
Saturday 12/4
Downstairs:
Dj Harvey (All Night Long)
Terrace:
Damian Lazarus
Upstairs:
The Wolf + Lamb Experience:
Zev
Gadi Mizrahi
Deniz Kurtel-Live
Soul Clap
Slow Hands
Twitter:
@SAFEmusic
@PickleMiami
Launch Miami Market
Saturday, November 27, 2010, 11am – 6pm-Free to the Public
Open Air Market – Artists, Designers, Food Mobiles & Sweets
Holy Cross Santa Cruz Church
121 NE 36th St. & 1st Ave.
(across the street from midtown mall)
www.launcharte.com
Looking for unique buys… .Jewelry, Fashion, Accessories, Vintage Clothing, Art, handmade Leather Goods, T-shirt Designers, paintings, Music and more…
This weekly market offers the community direct access to talented entrepreneurs who live and work in South Florida. From November through April, meet and browse the works of local Artists and Emerging Designers.
Music provided by Djinji Brown
Food Mobile: Latin Burger
Dessert: Dolci Peccati Gelato Truck
2 Girls & Cupcake
Free to the public
Interested vendors email: reservations@launcharte.com
“Threading the community with local Artists and Designers”
www.launcharte.com
ECOMB Opens A One-Stop Shop Recycling Drop-Off Station For Electronic Waste, Batteries, Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs and all other recyclables.
Miami Beach Center for the Environment
210 Second Street and Collins Court (alley between Washington & Collins Ave.)
Miami Beach, Fl 33139
· General Recyclables = Single Stream (glass, plastic, metal, paper, etc): 24 Hours A Day
· Electronics, Batteries, CFLs: from 10 am to 5 pm, but call us first to make arrangements.
ECOMB HAS JUST MADE IT A LOT EASIER FOR EVERYONE TO RECYCLE!
The Environmental Coalition of Miami & the Beaches, ECOMB, in partnership with the City of Miami Beach, eTronic eWaste (www.etronicewaste.com), EcoBatt (www.ecobatt.net) and Smart At Bulbs (www.smartatbulbs.com) is pleased to announce the opening of Miami-Dade County’s first One-Stop Shop Recycling Drop-Off Station for all types of electronic waste, batteries and compact fluorescent light bulbs at its new Miami Beach Center for the Environment.
The Center will also accept all other types of Single Stream Recyclables – glass, plastic, metal, paper, cardboard, magazines, junk mail, phone books, etc – for those businesses and residents that do not have a recycling program, thanks to an agreement established between the City of Miami Beach and our local waste haulers: Choice Recycling, General Hauling, Waste Management and WSI.
With ECOMB in the “hood”, its now easy to be part of the green movement. All you have to do is call ECOMB’s office or stop by to visit us.
Why: Because the average American throws out seven and a half pounds of trash each day! And it all end up at the landfills, where it just sits, compacted, buried, taking up space … forever. Recycling is important because it helps keep our resources plentful, not only for us but for our future generations: our children, grandchildren, and so on …
ECOMB is dedicated to the promotion of environmental sustainability and the preservation of our community’s ecology. We are a 501 (c) (3) founded in 1994.
Educating People. Engaging our Community. Effecting Environmental Change.
Disney’s Beauty And The Beast
December 28, 2010 – January 2, 2011
Ziff Ballet Opera House Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132
www.BeautyAndTheBeastOnTour.com
Tickets start at $25
For reservations, visit www.arshtcenter.org or call the box office at (305) 949-6722.
Disney’s Beauty And The Beast, the award-winning worldwide smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to Miami as part of the Broadway In Miami 2010-2011 season, presented by the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, Broadway Across America–Miami and presenting sponsor Bank of America. Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on the stage of the Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center from December 28, 2010 to January 2, 2011, with a special New Year’s Eve performance on December 30 at 6:30 p.m.
Disney’s Beauty And The Beast features an Academy Award®-winning score with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by the late Howard Ashman, with additional songs with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Tim Rice. The beloved score, made famous by the animated film which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, features classic tunes including “Be Our Guest,†“Gaston,†and the timeless title track theme song. The book is written by Linda Woolverton.
“We invite Miami’s young and young at heart to join us for an inspiring holiday season at the Adrienne Arsht Center,†said M. John Richard, president and CEO of the Adrienne Arsht Center. “Beauty and the Beast is a timeless show that provides South Florida with a great opportunity to share in the wonder of live theater and create magical memories that will last for a lifetime.â€
The original creators of the Broadway show join forces again for this new touring production! The play is directed by Rob Roth and choreographed by Matt West, with Costume Design by Ann Hould-Ward (Tony Award® winner for her work on Disney’s Beauty and the Beast), Lighting Design by Natasha Katz, Scenic Design by Stanley A. Meyer, Sound Design by John Petrafesa Jr. and Music Supervision by Michael Kosarin.
Says Director Rob Roth: “It has been wonderful to bring the entire original design team back together to work on this new production of Beauty and the Beast. We have remained very close as a team over the years of producing the show around the world, and it has been so much fun getting together to re-explore and re-invent the show for this new NETworks tour. The theme of ‘Beauty’ is about seeing past the exterior into the heart of someone, and this is reflected in the design for the show, which is about transparency and layers, seeing past one thing and into another.â€
Disney’s Beauty And The Beast tells the classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped in a spell placed by an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.
Disney’s Beauty And The Beast has become an international sensation that has played to more than 35 million people worldwide in 21 countries. Prices, artists, dates, times, and program are subject to change without notice.
Now celebrating its Fifth Anniversary Season, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is one of the world’s leading performing arts organizations and venues. Made possible by Miami-Dade County’s largest ever public/private-sector partnership, the Center is home to the Florida Grand Opera, Miami City Ballet and New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy. In addition, numerous South Florida arts organizations perform in its theaters regularly. Since opening in 2006, the Center has emerged as a leader in offering and presenting innovative programming that mirrors South Florida’s diversity, as a catalyst for development in Miami, and as a host of impactful community outreach and education programs.
Designed by world-renowned architect Cesar Pelli of Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, the venue is comprised of the 2,400- seat Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House, the 2,200-seat John S. and James L. Knight Concert Hall, the black box Carnival Studio Theater, a restored Carnival Tower, the Peacock Foundation, Inc. Studio, the Peacock Foundation, Inc. Education Center and the outdoor Parker and Vann Thomson Plaza for the Arts. The Carnival Tower, an architectural icon and one of Miami’s oldest Art Deco buildings, houses the street-level BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® Lounge. Events impresario and restaurateur Barton G. Weiss brought his signature style to the Center in 2009 with PRELUDE BY BARTON G, a full-service upscale restaurant. Visit www.arshtcenter.org for more information.
Owned and operated by British theatre producer John Gore (CEO) and entertainment industry veteran Thomas B. McGrath (Chairman), Broadway Across America presents first-class touring Broadway musicals and plays, family productions and other live events throughout a network of over 40 North American cities. Broadway Across America is also dedicated to the development and production of new and diverse live theatre for productions on Broadway, across America and throughout the world. Broadway Across America most recently produced Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS on Broadway, while current and upcoming productions include WEST SIDE STORY and PROMISES, PROMISES. Broadway tours include DORA THE EXPLORER, FROST/NIXON, SPAMALOT, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. For more information or to purchase tickets through an authorized agent go to BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com.
Broadway Across America–Miami is presented in arrangement with Florida Theatrical Association, a non-profit civic organization with a volunteer board of trustees established to ensure the continued presentation of quality national touring Broadway productions in the state of Florida.
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Bank of America Corporate Philanthropy Building on a long-standing tradition of investing in the communities it serves, last year Bank of America embarked on a new, 10-year goal to donate $2 billion to nonprofit organizations engaged in improving the health and vitality of their neighborhoods. Funded by Bank of America, the Bank of America Charitable Foundation gave more than $200 million in 2009, making the bank one of the largest corporate cash donors in the United States. Bank of America approaches investing through a national strategy under which it works with local leaders to identify and meet the most pressing needs of individual communities. Reaffirming a commitment to develop and sustain a culture of service, the bank announced the “Million Hour Challenge,†a pledge by the company’s associates around the world to donate 1 million volunteer hours by the end of 2010. In 2009, bank associate volunteers contributed more than 800,000 hours to enhance the quality of life in their communities nationwide. For more information about Bank of America Corporate Philanthropy, please visit www.bankofamerica.com/foundation.
Biographies
Alan Menken’s stage musicals include (in chronological order) God Bless You Mr. Rosewater, Atina: Evil Queen of the Galaxy, Little Shop of Horrors, The Dream on Royal Street, Kicks: The Showgirl Musical, The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz, Beauty and the Beast, A Christmas Carol, Weird Romance, King David, Der Glockner von Notre Dame, The Little Mermaid and Sister Act. His film musicals include Little Shop of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Newsies, Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules, Home on the Range, A Christmas Carol and Enchanted.
He has won more Academy Awards than any other living individual, including 4 Oscars for Best Score (The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and Pocahontas) and 4 Oscars for best song (“Under the Sea,†“Beauty and the Beast,†“A Whole New World†and “Colors of the Windâ€). In addition, he has been nominated 18 times, including Best Song nominations for “Mean Green Mother From Outer Space,†“Kiss the Girl,†“Belle,†“Be Our Guest,†“Friend Like Me,†“Go the Distance,†“Happy Working Song,†“So Close†and “That’s How You Know,†plus a Best Score nomination for The Hunchback of Notre Dame. He has won 10 Grammy Awards (including Song of the Year for “A Whole New Worldâ€), 7 Golden Globes, London’s Evening Standard Award, the Olivier Award and the Outer Critics Circle Award.
Other notable achievements include Billboard’s number one single (“A Whole New Worldâ€) and number one album (Pocahontas), an honorary doctorate in fine arts from New York University and induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Alan’s upcoming stage and film projects include a new stage musical of Leap of Faith (opening on Broadway in the fall of ’10), a stage adaptation of Newsies and a new Disney animated musical, Rapunzel (slated for release holiday season of ’10).
Howard Ashman conceived, wrote and directed Little Shop of Horrors, based on Roger Corman’s 1960-era horror flick and with music by Alan Menken. Little Shop played for five years off-Broadway at the Orpheum Theater. The show continues to be produced to great acclaim in the US as well as internationally. In 2003, Little Shop was revived on Broadway and in 2007 it was revived on the West End. It is currently one of the most produced shows in American High Schools.
In 1986, Ashman wrote and directed the Broadway musical, Smile, music by Marvin Hamlisch. Little appreciated at the time, Smile is now considered a lost gem of musical theater and is performed by high school students around the US.
Turning his talents toward film, Ashman was pivotal in the renaissance of Disney animated musicals and in the development of Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Producer and Lyrics), Beauty and the Beast (Executive Producer and Lyrics) and Aladdin (Lyrics), all with music by Alan Menken. Ashman’s contributions to the revival of classic Disney animated musicals were perhaps best expressed by the dedication to the film Beauty and the Beast: “To our friend Howard, who gave a mermaid her voice and a beast his soul. He will be forever missed.â€
Ashman’s numerous awards include two Oscars, two Golden Globes, four Grammys, a Drama Desk and a London Evening Standard. He died in 1991 at age 40 from complications arising from AIDS. Ashman Sings Ashman, a CD of his work, with never-before-heard demos, including those from Smile, is available from PS Classics. Ashman’s papers are in the permanent collection of the Library of Congress.
Tim Rice (Sir Tim to you) has been writing lyrics for musical theatre and related enterprises for over forty years, something he only intended to do for a few months while waiting to become a pop star. The waiting has been extended, mainly because of the world’s failure to accept him as a rock god, but also because of the distracting success of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar and Evita with Andrew Lloyd Webber, Aladdin, King David and Beauty and the Beast with Alan Menken, Chess with Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson, and The Lion King and Aida with Elton John. He is well known in England, his home country, for his love of cricket and as a tolerable radio and television personality. He has won numerous awards along the way, including Oscars, Tonys and life-saving badges, but often for the wrong thing and often for simply turning up. He is currently working with Alan Menken on songs for a new film version of Beauty and the Beast, on a musical play about Machiavelli, and is plugging the recently released DVD and album of Chess in Concert starring Josh Groban, Idina Menzel and Adam Pascal. More gripping info can be found on www.timrice.co.uk but please don’t feel obliged to go there.
Linda Woolverton’s writing credits include the screenplay for the animated feature film Beauty and the Beast (Golden Globe winner and Academy Award Best Picture nominee); the screenplay (shared) for Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey; screenplay (shared) for the animated feature film The Lion King; the book for the Broadway musical Beauty and the Beast (Tony Award nomination for Best Book of a Musical, winner 1998 Olivier Award Best New Musical); and book (shared) for Elton John and Tim Rice’s Broadway musical Aida. Also she has written two young-adult novels, Star-Wind and Running Before the Wind. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts from California State University Long Beach and a Master’s degree in Theatre from California State University Fullerton. Linda is currently involved in writing and producing film projects for Miramax and Revolution studios. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband Lee Flicker and daughter Keaton.
Rob Roth (Director) was nominated for a Tony Award for his direction of the original Broadway production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. The show has won many awards throughout the world, including the Olivier Award for Best Musical in London. Rob directed the world premiere of Elaborate Lives – The Legend of Aida collaborating with Sirs Elton John and Tim Rice. Rob directed the Broadway production of Lestat, based on works of Anne Rice, with music and lyrics by Elton John and Bernie Taupin. Rob also directs rock and roll tours, collaborating with Steve Miller, Alice Cooper, Cyndi Lauper and others. A book featuring Rob’s extensive collection of rock graphics, The Art of Classic Rock, will be published this year by Carlton UK Books. Rob lives in New York City with his black lab Dash Rip Rock.
Matt West (Choreographer) For Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Matt received the L.A. Drama-Logue Award. Matt also received London’s Olivier, New York’s Drama Desk and Outer Critics’ Circle award nominations for Beauty. Other Broadway: Lestat. Off-Broadway: Mimi LeDuck Starring Eartha Kitt. Matt choreographed the premiere of Elton John and Tim Rice’s Elaborate Lives at the Allience Theatre. Also: Little Shop of Horros, Buenos Aires; The Wanderer, Tokyo’s Parko Theatre; The Little Mermaid and Peter Pan for Disney Home Video and The Nutcracker for the Disney Channel. Film: Bobby in A Chorus Line. Matt is currently working on World of Color for Disney’s California Adventure and Fantasmic for Tokyo Disneyland. Matt dedicates this Production to his Parents.
Ann Hould-Ward (Costume Design) Broadway: A Catered Affair (Drama Desk nomination); Company; Dance of the Vampires; Beauty and the Beast (Tony Award; American Theatre Wing’s Design Award; Ovation Award; Oliver nomination, Best Costume Design); Into the Woods (Tony, Drama Desk nominations; Outer Critics Circle nomination, L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award); Falsettos; Sunday in the Park with George (Tony, Drama Desk Nominations); Harrigan ‘N’ Heart; Dream; St. Joan; Three Men on a Horse; Timon of Athens; In the Summer House; Little Me; The Moliere Comedies; House Arrest, Hamlet, Road Show (Public Theatre). Off-Broadway: Surviving Grace, Lobster Alice, Cymbeline. Film: Strike!, Miramax. Other credits: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, The Most Happy Fella (New York City Opera), Graciela Daniele (Ballet Hispanico), Lar Lubovitch (the White Oak Project), American Ballet Theatre (Othello, Artemis and Meadow).
Natasha Katz (Lighting Design) Broadway credits include: The Little Mermaid, The Coast of Utopia/Salvage (Tony Award 2007), A Chorus Line (Adapted from original design) The 25th Annual Spelling Bee, Tarzan, Aida (Tony Award 2000), Sweet Smell of Success, Twelfth Night, Beauty and the Beast, The Capeman, Gypsy, Barrymore, and Pack of Lies. Other designs: Sister Act on the West End, Buried Child for The National Theatre in London, Cyrano for the The Metropolitan Opera, Tryst for the Royal Ballet in London, Carnival of the Animals for New York City Ballet, Swan Lake at the Edinburgh Festival, Don Quixote for American Ballet Theatre, concert acts for Shirley MacLaine, Ann-Margret and Tommy Tune. Ms. Katz has designed many Off-Broadway (current: Altar Boyz) and American regional productions.
Stanley A. Meyer (Scenic Designer/ Production Designer) is the recipient of an American Theatre Wing Design Award nomination, New York Outer Critics Circle Award nomination, 2002 National Broadway Theatre Award nomination, Los Angeles Ovation Award Nomination, Los Angeles Drama Logue Award for his scenic design work on the acclaimed international success, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. He is also proud to be honored as the first recipient of The League of American Theatres and Producers 2001, National Broadway Theatre Award for his design of the North America Tour of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Other designs include Little Shop of Horrors, Alejandro Romay Theatrical Productions (Buenos Aires); the world premieres of Joe Bard’s Zoz! The Bard of Dublin Liberties and Elton John & Tim Rice’s Elaborate Lives: The legend of Aida (Alliance Theatre); Regional productions: In Trousers; March of the Falsettos; Titanic; A Day in Hollywood, A Night in the Ukraine; Marry me a Little; The Marriage of Bette and Boo and Cloud 9 (Nat Horne Theatre); The Everafters and Festival of One Act Plays (Manhattan Punchline Theatre); The Secret Garden (Theatre Works, USA); The Merry Wives of Windsor (LA Drama Logue Award), King Lear, The Comedy of Errors (LA Drama Logue Award), A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Two Gentlemen of Verona (LA Drama Logue Award), Southern California Grove Shakespeare festival.
John Petrafesa, Jr (Sound Designer) was the production sound engineer and/or associate sound designer for numerous productions of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast including, Broadway, Los Angeles, Toronto, US National Tours II & III and the UK National Tour. Other theatrical design and engineering credits include: The Music Man (Broadway), Guys and Dolls (National Tour) and Les Misérables (Broadway and National Tour). John is a director with Syntonic Design Group in New York, Orlando and Las Vegas, where he focuses on sound system design for theatre, live music and special events.
Michael Kosarin (Music Supervisor/Incidental Music Arrangements) has worked steadily on Broadway for over 25 years, and has been composer Alan Menken’s music director for over 15. Original music director/incidental music arranger, Broadway production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Original Broadway: Nine, Grand Hotel, Secret Garden, King David, Mayor, A Chorus Line, Triumph of Love, Little Shop of Horrors, Can-Can (Encores!), Hunchback of Notre Dame (Berlin), Sister Act (London). Film: Enchanted, Pocohontas, Hercules, Home On The Range, many others. TV: 2005 Emmy Award Outstanding Music Direction for work on musical film A Christmas Carol, Once Upon A Mattress, The Music Man (Emmy nomination). Recording/concert work: Long-time collaborations with Carly Simon (gold album/HBO special “My Romanceâ€), Barbara Cook (concert engagements, produced/arranged album “Tributeâ€). Composer: TV’s “Wonder Pets,†“Johnny and the Sprites,†“Third and Bird.â€
NETworks Presentations, LLC (Producer) Founded in 1995 by Kenneth Gentry, Seth Wenig and Scott Jackson, NETworks has produced and managed over 70 national and international touring productions. Previous productions include Oliver!, Little Women starring Maureen McGovern, Jekyll & Hyde, Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Cinderella starring Eartha Kitt and Deborah Gibson, Fosse starring Ben Vereen and Ruthie Henshall, The Light in the Piazza, My Fair Lady co- produced with Cameron Mackintosh, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma, Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake, Sweeney Todd, The Demon Baber of Fleet Street, among many others. Joining returning hits Annie, The Drowsy Chaperone, Hairspray and The Wizard of Oz this season are Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Young Frankenstein, and the Lincoln Center’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific. Future titles include Joyful Noise’s production of Handel’s Messiah Rocks, Spring Awakening and Les Misérables.
Photo Credit: Joan Marcus
Write Now 2011: UM Creative Writing Program Hosts A Craft-Intensive Weekend
February 19th And 20th
Fiction, Poetry, Memoir
The University of Miami’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing Program will host a weekend workshop series Write Now. The series is designed to engage the local writing community and will take place February 19-20, 2011. Led by the MFA program’s distinguished faculty, alumni, and graduate teaching assistants, the weekend will guide participants via workshops and seminars in fiction, poetry and memoir.
UM authors Jane Alison, A. Manette Ansay, Mia Leonin, Walter K. Lew, Lester Goran, Peter Schmitt, Maureen Seaton, and MFA program director M. Evelina Galang, joined by special guest novelist Chantel Acevedo, will offer insights into writing, revising and publishing.
2011 seminars highlights will include:
Necessary Stories: Writing and Revelation
Time Passes: The Practice of Pace in Fiction and Nonfiction
The Publishing Poet: Breaking Into Print (or Cybertext)
Fresh Starts, Big Risks: Strategies for Revision
Persona, Voice, and Authenticity
How (Not) To Get Published
Plot and the Artful Writer: That Tension Thing
Write Now is sponsored by the Creative Writing Program, the Department of English, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the MALS program at the University of Miami, along with community partner Books & Books. Proceeds from the conference go toward the Lester Goran Scholarship Fund. For more information, visit the Web site at www.as.miami.edu/english/creativewriting.
The University of Miami’s mission is to educate and nurture students, to create knowledge, and to provide service to our community and beyond. Committed to excellence and proud of the diversity of our University family, we strive to develop future leaders of our nation and the world. www.miami.edu
Enlightened Synchronicities
October-December 2010, n/a
The Exhibition at Hotel Urbano
2500 Brickell Avenue
Miami, Florida 33129
Reservations: 1.866.384.2997
Fax: 305.856.5055
Valet Parking on premises
www.hotelurbano.com
Hotel Urbano & Art Fusion Galleries have once again joined creative forces to showcase and host our new collection of spectacular works of art for our Miami-bound Art Basel extravaganza.
The new art exhibition will run from October through December, 2010 at the Hotel Urbano displaying a variety of contemporary art work which is sure to feature something for everyone.
GusColors exhibit on the 2nd floor.
The Roxy Theatre Group In collaboration with What If Works and FIU Alternative Theatre Festival Present
An Original Adaptation Of The Holiday Classic
A Christmas Carol
The Roxy Performing Arts Center
1645 SW 107 Ave. Miami, FL 33165
December 16, 17, & 19
Thursday, 8:00p.m.
Friday, 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, 3:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
With the exception of Saturday, December 18th.
December 20-22.
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. & 8:00 p.m.
General Admission: Adults $10 and Children $5.
Thursday, December 16th is complimentary and open to the public, however, reservations are required.
Gala Fundraiser: Friday, December 17, 2010 at 6:30 p.m., there will be a cocktail reception and after-show party and tickets are $30. All proceeds benefit the FIU Hope for Haiti Task Force RTG’s Student Scholarship Fund.
The organizations have partnered to present an original adaptation of Charles Dickens holiday classic, A Christmas Carol, featuring a cast of 28 students, ages 9-22. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the FIU Hope for Haiti Task Force, comprised of university leaders who coordinate efforts and unify the response to the Haiti disaster.
Comprised of actors, singers and musicians, representing over 21 different schools and colleges in Miami-Dade County, the young ensemble is directed by local professional director and Theatre Professor at Florida International University (FIU), Phillip M. Church. The exuberant cast is also accompanied on stage by RTG staff and local teachers.
A Christmas Carol features redemption, friendship, love and the values of the holiday season. Adapted for the stage and directed by Phillip M. Church and based on the novel by Charles Dickens. For more information please call 305-226-0030, email SusannePinedo@gmail.com or visit www.RoxyPAC.com. The Roxy Theatre Group, (RTG) a non-profit organization, offers classes in drama, voice & dance to children ages 3-17, with year-round programs including an after school care program and a performing arts summer camp.
Photo attached: 0061 jpg., Caption: The Roxy Theatre Group’s Theatre Arts Director, Charles Sothers, 34, as Ebenezer Scrooge, carries Ulises Otero, Jr., 9, as Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol. Photo by: Nora Oñate.
Soul of Miami and Life is Art presented Art and Soul featuring music by Cat Shell and art by Greg Pitts at Van Dyke Cafe Upstair on Wednesday, November 23, 2010. We had a great crowd, Cat was amazing (as usually) and some wonderful art from Greg. Â Thanks everyone who came out the night before Thanksgiving and sharing the evening with us.
Cat Shell is a singer/songwriter residing in Miami Beach. Since 2007, Cat has been playing throughout South Florida and performs regularly at the area’s top venues, including The Van Dyke Cafe, B Bar at The Betsy, The Florida Room in Miami Beach and many more. Growing up with a family in radio and musical theater, Cat was introduced to a wide variety of music at a very young age.
Gregg Pitts born to a single parent family, Greg Pitt started out life at a disadvantage. Growing up without a father figure made life less than ideal. He did not meet his father until the age of 12. As a young teen, he exhibited artistic capabilities, however the lack of understanding and from his family lead to discouragement. He continued to strive to express himself artistically. Â Despite a difficult start in life, he continued to express his artistic side. Â Greg Pitts abstract artwork has been compared to that of abstract impressionist artist Jackson Pollock. He was the featured artist of the month for February 2009 with Elements of Art and has been exhibited at Etra Fine Art Gallery and Ornare both in Miami, FL.
GBGH//CHI CHI MENENDEZ//TOM SCICLUNA//DAN WALKER
Christopher Miro Gallery
71 East Flagler Street
Downtown Miami, Fl 33131
www.christophermirogallery.com
Opening reception Friday December 3 from 6pm – 10pm
Sunday Brunch December 5th from 9am – 1pm
GBGH will be on display through January 2011
Art Basel Miami Beach has now become the largest most significant Art Fair in the Nation, second internationally only to Frieze London. Each year thousands of collectors, artists, dealers, and critics alike, flock to Miami for one week, resulting in a world wind of celebration and extravagance. This is only compounded by the lure of sales, and greater recognition for everyone involved.
Aware of these facts artist vie for an opportunity to showcase their newest most exciting series of works. For some it remains just another week, but for most it becomes the finals. The pressure can be equal for artist, collector, and dealers, all looking to make, buy and sell art.
The Christopher Miro Gallery would like to welcome this Basel with supreme confidence. GBGH means, “GO BIG or GO HOMEâ€, and that’s just what we intend to do. Chi Chi Menendez, Tom Scicluna, and Dan Walker will be presenting a combination of sculpture and photography that take up their personal dialogue with this great city.
“Miami is a relatable city, and this becomes the perfect week to talk about that. We want to talk about our best ideas, so in that sense we are going to “GO BIGâ€!, Chris Miró. GBGH is curated by Kristia D Moises and Christopher Miro.
Parsons Alumni at Art in Miami
30 November – 6 December 2010
First View: November 30th, 8-11pm
Gallery Hours 10-am – 5pm
Caridi Gallery
785 NE 125th Street, North Miami, Florida 33161
www.caridigallery.com
Parsons Alumni Art in Miami. An exhibition at Caridi Gallery through the week of Art Miami. Hosted by Hester Esquenazi. Curated by Francine Birbrager-Rozencwaig.
Participating Artists:
Louisa Bertman
Michelle Bruzzese
Thomas Contegiacomo
Florine Demosthene
Colombia Fiera
Jamie Day Fleck
Julie Harvey
Miguel Hernandez
Seth Keller
Sol Kjøk
David Lindberg
Jasmine Murrell
Julie Umerle
Mare Vaccaro
Rebecca Zilenziger
I know this is a very specific recommended but Van Dyke Cafe Key Lime pie is that good. Â Â Van Dyke’s Key Lime pie is the best I have tasted, I know I have not tasted all of the Key Lime Pie (I believe I have a new mission in life). Â The pie has just the right amount of tartness (has more bite to than most) and the graham cracker crust is just perfect, melts in your mouth. Â So if you have not tried their Key Lime Pie it is worth a trip to Van Dyke’s on Lincoln Road to try it. Â Hope to see you there and share a piece of Key Lime Pie.
Van Dyke Cafe
846 Lincoln Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 534-3600
www.thevandykecafe.com
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