The upcoming theatrical calendar for Miami includes quite a few options, ranging from 2013 Tony Award winner Kinky Boots at the Adrienne Arsht center to West Side Story in the Actor’s Playhouse.
Broadway is bringing some big name plays to town at the Adrienne Arsht center. The first of five notable plays to watch out for is Kinky Boots, playing from Dec. 8 –Dec. 13. This show is about a man name Charlie Price who owns a failing shoe factory. In a fortuitous turn of events, he meets an interesting character that convinces him to begin producing flashy footwear. With a peppy score and six Tony Awards under its belt, there is quite a lot of excitement regarding the play.
“Kinky Boots is one play that I definitely want to see in the upcoming season. Overall, it’s a pretty family friendly season, but this play stands out because of its previous success. I’m so glad that it is coming to Miami,” said junior Madison Artzt.
The family favorite The Sound of Music, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O’Brien, will be showing in the Arsht center from Dec. 29- Jan. 3. Based on the story from the classic movie featuring Julie Andrews, the play is a brand new production of a traditional story.
Another much-anticipated show is The Phantom of the Opera, running from Feb. 24- Mar. 6, also at the Arsht Center.
This production features an orchestra cast of 52, making it one of the largest productions currently on tour.
The story revolves around a brooding Phantom, the sprite of a 19th century opera house, and his infatuation with the young chorus girl Christine Daae. It is traditionally known for its intense score and haunting plot.
“Phantom still delivers the goods! Judging by sheer invention, emotional punch and onstage talent, the venerable blockbuster still beats out almost all of the shows currently on Broadway,” said Jason Zinoman of The New York Times in a review of the production.
Other Broadway plays showing at the Arsht include Motown the Musical running from Feb. 2-Feb. 7. This show pays tribute to multiple legendary artists including Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, and Stevie Wonder. Cabaret, the final play  of the season, will run from Apr. 12- Apr. 17. From reviews of the show, it seems that it will end the season on a high note.
“(Cabaret was) a superb production of one of the greatest musicals of all time. Exhilarating!” according to a review by Adam Feldman in Time Out New York.
Even local theaters offer a tempting schedule. Actors Playhouse will be holding a performance of West Side Story Jan. 27- Feb.21 as well as Sondheim on Sondheim Mar. 16- Apr. 3.
Tickets are still available for all of the following productions mentioned above for all wishing to experience a taste of the diverse upcoming season.