Florida’s performing arts scene presents 15 diverse productions across nine cities this week, showcasing everything from Broadway touring spectacles to intimate local theater. The lineup spans multiple genres including musical theatre, opera, multimedia arts, and family entertainment, anchored by major touring productions of Hell’s Kitchen and Moulin Rouge. Orlando leads with the most offerings, featuring Cirque du Soleil performances and Orlando Shakes productions.
Broadway’s hottest touring shows dominate the marquees, with Hell’s Kitchen opening Wednesday at 7:30 PM at Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center in Ft Lauderdale. Moulin Rouge takes the stage at 8:00 PM Wednesday at Ziff Ballet Opera House-Adrienne Arsht PAC in Miami. Cirque du Soleil: Drawn to Life offers multiple performances at Walt Disney World in Orlando, with shows Wednesday at 5:30 PM and 8:00 PM, plus Thursday at 5:30 PM. Jesus Christ Superstar runs both Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 PM and evening at 7:30 PM at Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach.
Local productions add community flavor to the week’s offerings, with Don Soffer High School presenting Grease at Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on both Wednesday and Thursday at 6:30 PM. Orlando Shakes stages Fat Ham at Margeson Theater with performances Wednesday at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Sarasota Opera House presents Il Trovatore Wednesday at 7:30 PM, while MAD Arts Gallery in Dania Beach hosts a multimedia presentation Thursday at 11:30 AM. Orlando claims the most productions with four shows, followed by Aventura and Vero Beach with multiple performances each.
Family entertainment rounds out the schedule with Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party Thursday at 7:00 PM at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, and Masters of Illusion Thursday at 7:00 PM at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. The geographic spread extends from Miami-Dade County north to Clearwater, offering theatergoers convenient access regardless of location. Productions range from intimate theater experiences to large-scale touring spectacles, ensuring options for every taste and budget across the state’s vibrant cultural landscape.