Tag: 3/11/26

Kislak Talks – Becoming Mexico City: Early Maps 3/11/26

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Kislak Talks – Becoming Mexico City: Early Maps
Wednesday, 03/11/2026-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Freedom Tower
600 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida, 33132
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Cost: Free

Join MOAD at the Freedom Tower for an engaging edition of the Kislak Talks series, Becoming Mexico City: Early Maps of the Oldest Continuous Metropolis in the Americas featuring Dr. Delia Cosentino, Professor of History of Art and Architecture at DePaul University in Chicago.

This talk features a series of maps made during the first 100 years of Spanish colonial rule to show how the capital city of Mexico has taken shape, both in terms of urban planning—and in the imagination. Cartography by both native and European artists demonstrates how the capital of the Aztec Empire, called Tenochtitlan, provided the literal foundations for the early modern Spanish capital that replaced it following the European invasion in the 1520s. The maps showcase Aztec migration and mythology, the incursion of Hispanic elements into native spaces, and other intriguing aspects of the oldest continuous metropolis in the Americas.

Dr. Delia Cosentino is Professor of History of Art and Architecture at DePaul University in Chicago, specializing in the visual culture of Greater Mexico. She is currently a Mellon Foundation Long-Term Fellow at the Newberry Library (2025-2026), researching Aztec gladiators. Cosentino co-authored Resurrecting Tenochtitlan: Imagining the Aztec Capital in Modern Mexico City (UT Press, 2023) with Adriana Zavala (Tufts University) and wrote Las Joyas de Zinacantepec: Arte Colonial en el Monasterio de San Miguel (Colegio Mexiquense, Mexico, 2007). She also curated Ceramic Trees of Life from Mexico (Fowler Museum, UCLA, 2003), Reverence Renewed: Colonial Andean Art from the Thoma Collection (DePaul Art Museum [DPAM], 2009), and Nexo/Nexus: Latin American Connections in the Midwest (DPAM, 2016).

Visitors to the Freedom Tower may park for free in the MDC garage at 500 NE Second Avenue, between NE Fifth and NE Sixth Streets (designated Building 7 on MDC’s Wolfson Campus parking map).

The Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC may document the event, including its attendees. By entering the area, and/or participating in the event, you consent to the recording and its use in any form.

The programs at the Freedom Tower, operated by the Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at Miami Dade College (MDC), are made possible 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. They are sponsored by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), with collections, exhibition, and marketing support from ArtesMiami, Art Bridges Foundation, the Shepard Broad Foundation, the Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA), Henry Luce Foundation, Jay I. Kislak Foundation, Mitchell Wolfson Sr. Foundation, and US Century Bank.

Image: Hernán Cortés (c.1485–1547), Praeclara Ferdina[n]di Cortesii de noua maris oceani Hyspania narratio sacratissimo…,1524, Book. Jay I. Kislak Collection of the Early Americas, Exploration and Navigation, MDC PC 2018.1.12

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Dvořák, Sibelius and Schubert at The Parker 3/11/26

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Dvořák, Sibelius and Schubert at The Parker
Wednesday, 03/11/2026-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
The Parker (Parker Playhouse)
707 NE 8th Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Tickets start at $35 (plus fees)

South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO), led by award-winning music director Maestra Sebrina María Alfonso, presents a program bursting with Bohemian joy and Nordic intensity. Dvořák’s beloved Symphony No. 8 radiates warmth while Sibelius’ Violin Concerto featuring special guest artist Siwoo Kim stirs the soul. Schubert’s Overture in D major (In the Italian Style), a playful wink to Rossini’s famed operas, opens the program at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale (707 NE 8th Street).
Radiant melodies and rustic charm define Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8, a heartfelt tribute to his Bohemian homeland. Composed at the height of his career and inspired by the countryside surrounding Prague, the symphony brims with birdsong-like themes, folk rhythms, and sweeping lyricism. Joyful and deeply expressive, Dvořák’s Eighth captures the spirit of Bohemia and the heartbeat of Prague.

Haunting lyricism and virtuosic fireworks come to life in Jean Sibelius’ emotionally expressive Violin Concerto, the only concerto he composed in his lifetime. Written during a turbulent time in the composer’s life, the expressive brilliance of returning SFSO guest artist Siwoo Kim, will bring a passionate take on the demanding and dramatic work.

Siwoo Kim is an “incisive” and “compelling” violinist (The New York Times) who “plays with stylistic sensitivity and generous tonal nuance” (The Chicago Tribune). Kim actively performs as soloist and chamber musician and he is the founding co-artistic director of VIVO Music Festival in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Since his Carnegie Hall concerto debut with the Juilliard Orchestra, he has gone on to perform as soloist with orchestras in four different continents including Tucson Symphony, Houston Symphony, Columbus Symphony, Seongnam Philharmonic, Johannesburg Philharmonic, and Orchestre Royal de Chambre de Wallonie. As chamber musician, he performs regularly at festivals. He is the principal violinist of Music From Copland House. An advocate of new music, Kim premiered and recorded Samuel Adler’s only violin concerto with Brandenburgisches Staatsorchester Frankfurt on Linn Records. Along with ECCO (East Coast Chamber Orchestra), Siwoo recently made the premiere recording of Michael Torke’s “Last,” a 12-movement work for solo violin and string orchestra.

Hoping to gain an operatic commission from the Viennese theaters, Franz Schubert wrote two operatic overtures “in the Italian style” in 1817. His Overture in D major, composed of several tunes, and laden with Schubertian harmonic changes, is zesty, filled with operatic flair, and is pleasingly adorned with unmistakable charm.

SFSO’s 28th season of “Juxtapositions” explores beauty in contrasts, where the bold and the sublime intersect, and timeless masterpieces share the stage with today’s most compelling and celebrated musical voices.

From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores including Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Back to the Future, featuring the iconic films screened live with audio and musical accompaniment, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres.

Tickets are now on sale beginning at $35 (plus ticketing fees). Buy tickets online at southfloridasymphony.org or ParkerPlayhouse.com; by phone at (954) 462-0222, press 1; and in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.

Discounted Flex Passes are available by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/2025-26-season or by calling (954) 522-8445. Flex subscribers save up to 15% off single ticket prices and have the flexibility to use passes when it best fits their schedule.

For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

Trivia Nights with Trivia Nation at Hotel Continental Miami Beach 3/11/26

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Trivia Nights with Trivia Nation at Hotel Continental Miami Beach
Wednesday, 03/11/2026-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Hotel Continental
4000 Collins Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33140
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Cost: 0

Put your thinking cap on and head to Hotel Continental Miami Beach for General Knowledge Trivia hosted by Trivia Nation on Wednesday, March 11, at 7 p.m., and continuing every second Wednesday of the month. Designed with a Jeopardy! and Trivial Pursuit vibe and questions for all ages, this lively showdown is perfect for friend groups, coworkers, families or solo players ready to join a team on the spot. Even better: There’s $100 in prizes up for grabs each month, plus drinks and bites available from Divebar, the hotel’s self-pour standout, with happy hour pricing until 8 p.m. Set in the newly renovated Hotel Continental, a 1948 Mid-Beach gem blending retro-chic design with modern comforts, trivia night is your excuse to make a weeknight feel like a mini getaway. Tickets are free and open to the public. Reserve your spot https://www.eventbrite.com/e/general-knowledge-trivia-at-hotel-continental-miami-beach-100-in-prizes-tickets-1977389063920?aff=oddtdtcreator

Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA 2/19/26 – 4/25/26

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Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA
Thursday, 02/19/2026-04/25/2026, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Gulfstream Park
901 S Federal Hwy,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
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Cost: Starting at $56

Cirque du Soleil returns to South Florida with new show, LUZIA, a waking dream of Mexico filled with awe-inspiring acrobatics, grand visual surprises, and immersive artistry. Under the iconic Big Top at Gulfstream Park, audiences journey through a surreal world where tradition and modernity collide in dazzling ways. With elements like on-stage rain and high-flying acts, LUZIA offers an unforgettable and imaginative experience for all ages.

An evening with Wim Hof 3/11/26

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An evening with Wim Hof
Wednesday, 03/11/2026-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
James L Knight Center
400 SE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost: $45 to $199

Join us for a very special Evening with Wim Hof, where the pioneer of modern breathwork and cold therapy sits down to share the mesmerizing story behind his world-renowned Wim Hof Method.
Wim Hof’s story is that of a man who always knew in his heart that we had lost a vital connection with Mother Nature, his lifelong quest to recapture that power, and his mission to give it back to the world.
Like any visionary not afraid to rock the boat, the journey of Wim Hof has been filled with love and dedication, perseverance in the face of ridicule, joy and heartbreak. During your evening, you will hear about every high and every low, and how each critical turn of events helped shape the method that now transforms the lives of millions of people around the world.
What to Expect
Wim Hof’s Story
Sit down and listen to Wim Hof share his story of exploration, resilience, and discovery. Experience all the trials and triumphs that shaped both the man and the method.
– Hof’s first eye-opening encounter with the cold, and how it put him on a path of discovery to the far corners of the world.
– The turbulent yet carefree days when Wim didn’t have a penny to his name, and how tragic events led him to turn despair into fuel.
– The dazzling feats of endurance that shattered record after world record and made “The Iceman” a household name.
– And finally, the long and hard-won road towards scientific recognition and a global movement.
Group Breathing with Wim Hof
Once you’ve learned how Wim Hof’s method came to be, you’ll experience its powerful effects for yourself.
Wim Hof will personally guide you through one of his deeply immersive breathing sessions. He’ll show you how to break free from your own endless thoughts, let stress fall away, and find complete inner calm — all in a matter of minutes.
Why can’t you miss this
– Wim Hof’s extraordinary story will leave you in awe and inspire your own goals.
– A live breathing session led by Wim Hof is unlike any other. Walk away rejuvenated, reset, and reinvigorated like never before.
– Connect with a community of fellow attendees who are all on the same path to health and resilience.
Join us for this unique evening and learn how the remarkable events of Wim Hof’s life gave rise to a practice that promotes strength, balance, and peace within.