Guests lucky enough to be staying at deluxe hotels in Walt Disney World will be able to enjoy even more time in the resorts theme parks, as Extended Evening Theme Park Hours will continue throughout 2023. The extra hours was only scheduled to run through The World’s Most Magical Celebration for Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary, which ends on March 31, but it will now be extended beyond the end of March. The perk allows Deluxe Resort guests to enjoy select attractions at the Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios for two additional hours following the scheduled park closing time. Guests staying at the following deluxe resort hotels can take advantage of the program: Disney Deluxe Resorts Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Beach Club Villas Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Other Select Hotels Walt Disney World Swan Hotel Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Shades of Green The following attractions are currently included: Magic Kingdom It’s A Small World Astro Orbiter Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Country Bear Jamboree Dumbo the Flying Elephant Haunted Mansion Mad Tea Party Mickey’s PhilharMagic Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Peter Pan’s Flight Pirates of the Caribbean Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Space Mountain Swiss Family Treehouse The Barnstormer The Magic Carpets of Aladdin The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Tomorrowland Speedway Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room EPCOT Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along Frozen Ever After Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Mission: SPACE Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Soarin’ Around the World Spaceship Earth Test Track The Seas with Nemo & Friends Disney’s Hollywood Studios Alien Swirling Saucers Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith Slinky Dog Dash Star Tours – The Adventures Continue Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Toy Story Mania! The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror

Walt Disney World recently announced discounts of up to 25% off hotel rooms in early 2023 for Annual Passholders and Disney Visa Cardmembers. Now, a similar discount is also being offered to Florida Residents, but only up to 20% off. The offer is valid on select dates from January 2 to April 30, 2023: Most Sunday through Thursday nights January 2, 2023 to February 28, 2023 Most nights March 1, 2023 to April 30, 2023 This offer is valid for the Disney Resort hotels listed here: 20% Off Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Yacht Club Resort 15% Off Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort 10% Off Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Disney’s All-Star Music Resort Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Polynesian Resort Disney’s Pop Century Resort Plus, as a Guest of a Disney Resort hotel, you can enjoy early entry to the theme parks 30 minutes before opening to experience select attractions (with valid park admission and a park reservation)—giving you even more to celebrate!

Walt Disney World recently announced discounts of up to 25% off hotel rooms in early 2023 for Annual Passholders, and now the offer is being extended to Disney Visa Cardmembers. Disney Visa Cardmembers can save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels, valid for stays select nights January 2, 2023 through April 30, 2023 when they book using their Disney Visa Card. Valid for stays: Most Sunday through Thursday nights January 2, 2023 to February 28, 2023 Most nights March 1, 2023 to April 30, 2023 This offer is valid for the Disney Resort hotels listed here: 25% Off Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa 20% Off Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Yacht Club Resort 15% Off The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside 10% Off Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Disney’s All-Star Music Resort Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Little Mermaid Standard Rooms Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Pop Century Resort Plus, as a Guest of a Disney Resort hotel, you can enjoy early entry to the theme parks 30 minutes before opening to experience select attractions (with valid park admission and a park reservation)—giving you even more to celebrate! Important Details Must use a valid Disney® Visa® Card or Disney Rewards Redemption Card to pay the deposit. Disney® Visa® Cardmember must stay in the room. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than 2 adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts, and Studios at Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes the following room types: 3-bedroom villas and The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. Valid admission and a park reservation are required to enjoy theme parks and special events and are not included in this offer.

Mickey Mouse has once again gone AWOL from the top of Crossroads of the World at the entrance to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Usually Mickey is seen welcoming guests to the park as he stands atop a silver spinning globe at the top of the spire that extends from the roof of the Crossroads of the World shop, He was l ast removed in April 2019 for maintenance, and we can only speculate that its for the same reason, although with Fantastic! returning he might be needed at the Hollywood Hills Amphitheater for rehearsals!

We are counting down the days until Fantasmic! returns to Disney's Hollywood Studios on November 3, 2022, and now new artwork promoting the much loved nighttime spectacular has been spotted on Sunset Boulevard. The new art can be found on the LED screen just outside the iconic Hollywood Tower Hotel, it shows everyone's hero Sorcerer Mickey in battle with Maleficent in her dragon form. The artwork is very retro, paying tribute to the original movie poster for “Fantasia,” promising us “A journey beyond your wildest imagination.” Fantasmic! returns on November 3 better than ever, the larger-than-life, open-air nighttime musical will boast the live performers, stunning effects, rousing music and dazzling pyrotechnics you know and love – complete with a brand-new show sequence! Fantasmic will return with an all new hero sequence featuring a high-energy Aladdin chase with stunts never before seen on the “Fantasmic!” stage, a powerful scene with Elsa set to the song “Show Yourself” that is sure to thaw the most frozen of hearts, and stirring moments with Pocahontas, Moana and Mulan. Rehearsals for the Hollywood Studios nighttime spectacular have been underway since late August, while testing of the fountains for the show began in September. We can't wait to see the new and improved Fantasmic!

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is currently offering visitors a tasty menu of mouth-watering soups, desserts, drinks and more during it's annual Taste of Space food festival. The Taste of Space: Fall Bites festival is currently taking place now through November 6, 2022 at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral. And now, an extra special event has been added as part of this year's festival, The 2022 Taste of Space Celebrity Edition. The 2022 Taste of Space Celebrity Edition is a star-studded culinary experience featuring acclaimed chefs Rocco DiSpirito ( Tournament of Champions, Guy's Grocery Games ), Duff Goldman ( Ace of Cakes, Kids Baking Championship ) and Marc Murphy ( Chopped, Chopped Junior ) All three chefs will be cooking up something special on the evening of Friday, November 4, 2022, inside Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex. The Chef Demonstration and Tasting is a one-of-kind evening event that features celebrity chefs Rocco DiSpirito, Duff Goldman, and Marc Murphy as they demonstrate their expert cooking techniques on stage and sharing custom menu samplings with the audience. Veteran NASA astronauts Bruce Melnick, Scott Altman, and Sandra Magnus will also be in attendance to mingle and share their stories of eating in space, such as some of their favorite foods from their space flights. Finally, you can't miss an out-of-this-world cake designed by master baker Goldman coming from his bakery, Charm City Cake Shop. Located in the Kennedy Space Center’s newest attraction, Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex, the demonstration includes samplings from the chefs’ tasting menu. It will also include two alcoholic drink tickets, a cash bar, photo opportunities with the astronauts, a signed commemorative piece by the chefs and astronauts, and a custom event pin. The demonstration and tasting will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m., and guests can explore Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex until 10:30 p.m. Tickets to this event cost $$175 per person, plus tax with a $40 discount on tickets for Annual Passholders. Click here for more details and to purchase tickets.

it was announced today, October 26, 202 that Walt Disney World Resort and the Orlando Magic are continuing to strengthen their relationship as they renewal today their community sponsorship agreement. By extending their relationship Disney and the Magic are also re-establishing their commitment to support the Central Florida community through ongoing charitable efforts. Fans will also continue to see the relationship represented by the Disney logo on the players’ jerseys, with the Disney name continuing to appear on the front left of the jersey. Orlando Magic jerseys with the Disney logo will be available for purchase at the Amway Center. As part of this multi-year agreement, fans will continue to see Disney’s presence throughout the Amway Center, including the Disney Atrium and a special seating and hospitality area during select Orlando Magic home games. “The Orlando Magic and Disney have much in common, and it’s reflected in our hometown team’s name,” says Jeff Vahle, president of Walt Disney World. “We are excited to extend this relationship and wish them a great season.” Disney became a Champion of the Community sponsor with the Magic in 2010 and the official Magic jersey sponsor in 2017. Since the beginning of the relationship, Disney and the Magic have worked together on outreach initiatives that benefit the local community including the Orlando Magic Recreation Centers and sponsorship of the OMYF Open golf tournament. The relationship also allows the two brands to connect their fan bases and provide shared marketing opportunities while also reaffirming Central Florida’s reputation as a global sports destination. “The Orlando Magic are thrilled to announce an extended agreement with our longtime friends, Walt Disney World Resort,” said Magic CEO Alex Martins. “The extension represents a continued shared commitment to both the local community and creating magic for fans and guests alike. As pillars in the Orlando community, we are proud to represent the City of Orlando and all those who call “The City Beautiful” home.” Orlando Magic point guard, Markelle Fultz lets out his inner Mickey Mouse at the AdventHealth Training Center in Orlando, Fla. on October 19, 2022 to celebrate the new agreement between the Magic and Walt Disney World Resort. Fultz showed off the Magic’s jersey which will once again feature a Disney patch this season. Fultz has been in the NBA since 2017, the same year Walt Disney World Resort became the jersey sponsor for the Magic.

The spookiest time of the year is happening now and ICON Park on International Drive is celebrating with lot's of Halloween happenings now through the holiday. Happening now through October 31, bring your little princess, astronaut or cowboy out to ICON Park and they can ride The Wheel for FREE, plus the whole family can get 50% off the attraction as well (up to five tickets). Kids must be 12 and under, and dressed up in their costumes to be eligible for the deal. Plus, on Saturday, October 29, ICON Park is hosting a trick-or-treating event from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. when the kids can get all the treats and no tricks at participating locations including The Wheelhouse, Museum of Illusions, Brother Jimmy’s Sloppy Joe’s, Tapa Toro, Tin Roof, In The Game and Ole Red. PLUS, the kids 12 and under, dressed up in their costumes can also get a FREE ride on the Carousel on The Promenade! This year, ICON Park is bringing back its popular Halloween light show to light up the eerie I-Drive night with a spooky spectacle. Gather the family on the lawn after dark and watch as The Wheel’s 64,000 LED lights dance to a spooky soundtrack during a 10-minute production. Show schedule: Friday, Oct. 28 at 8 p.m. & 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m. & 10 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 at 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. While the kiddos are having a blast, mom and dad can sip on delicious spirits. The Wheelhouse Bar, The Lawn Bar and Sky Bar are offering a variety of specialty drinks now through October 31, including: Shark Attack, Smashin Pumpkins, Columbian Candy Corn, Black Magic Margaret’s, and The Apple of My Eye! ICON Park is a 20-acre, open-air, gate-free entertainment destination with plenty of fun adventures for the whole family. The perfect place to ride, dine, drink, and explore. Located in the heart of the Orlando Entertainment District, ICON Park offers more than 50 amazing restaurants, funky bars, boutique shops, and can’t-miss attractions, all anchored by The Wheel, a jaw-dropping observation wheel that stands 400 feet – 40 stories – in the air. Visit other attractions including SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, Madame Tussauds Orlando and Museum of Illusions Orlando. ICON Park also offers a diverse mix of restaurants for lunch, dinner and late-night bites that satisfy a wide variety of flavors and cuisine. Find a unique collection of shopping and dining kiosks and explore each location as you stroll under the festoon lights along the brick promenade. Enjoy free parking and park admission. Learn more at ICONParkOrlando.com

The JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes is a luxury resort located on a lush, 500-acre property here in Orlando. The resort has recently revealed an ambitious multimillion-dollar renovation that is all part of a huge transformative project across the entire Grande Lakes Orlando resort, which also extended to The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. W Marriott Orlando's new amenities and offerings include: an expansive waterpark, an original culinary venue from award-winning chef John Tesar, refreshed guest rooms and suites, the introduction of inspired executive family suites, and a redesigned and upgraded lobby lounge. "We are very excited about the completion of the repositioning of JW Marriott Orlando." said Greg Dickhens, one of the owners of the resort. "The well-appointed guestrooms, reimagined food and beverage offerings and the spectacular new water park and poolside amenities make the JW Marriott Orlando one of the best resorts in the United States. Along with the completed renovations of The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, the Grande Lakes Resort is a premier destination in Orlando of which we are extremely proud." New Waterpark Experience The newly reconfigured and expanded Grande Lakes Waterpark, inspired by the natural surroundings, now features a variety of private, full-service cabanas and a transformed outdoor space with six distinct zones that include a signature lazy river, Headwaters Slide Tower with three waterslides, a celebrated restaurant and a VIP firepit lounge—Oasis. With separate areas designed to encourage family fun or facilitate more secluded relaxation, the Grande Lakes Waterpark fits seamlessly into its lush environment and is set to become a primary attraction for guests looking for an all-ages vacation or luxury escape. Grande Lakes Orlando looks forward to welcoming guests to explore the new waterpark experience, open November 20, 2022. New Poolside Dining On the heels of earning one Star in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Florida 2022 for his steak and seafood restaurant Knife & Spoon at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, chef John Tesar has opened the new poolside restaurant Knife Burger at JW Marriott Orlando. Part of the completed Grande Lakes Waterpark experience, guests can now enjoy creative and casual fare by Tesar without leaving the poolside area. Tesar's culinary mission with Knife Burger was to create the best tasting patty in town, sourcing beef from high-quality Texas-raised cattle at 44 Farms. Guests can pair their choice of burger with crispy fries or a handspun frosty shake. New Lobby Lounge The new EvrBar, open dusk to dawn on the lobby level, celebrates the natural Florida lifestyle, offering signature cocktails, craft beer and light bites. Situated next to Primo, the hotel's MICHELIN Guide Florida 2022 recommended restaurant, the newly restored EvrBar space boasts an elevated experience and panoramic views of the new waterpark through floor to ceiling windows. New Guest Rooms & Suites Each of the 1,010 accommodations at JW Marriott Orlando has been enhanced with new fixtures, textiles and furnishings optimized for an exceptional guest experience. Inspired by the 500-acres of lush grounds and lakes that surround Grande Lakes Orlando, the freshly updated spaces feature soft but rich tones with an overall serene and bright aesthetic to seamlessly integrate outdoor and indoor experiences across the hotel property. For growing families, the hotel now offers seven new executive family suites with options for two- and three-bedrooms that feature built-in bunk beds perfect for teens and little ones, king-size beds for parents and separate living areas to give everyone the space they need to feel right at home. Families reserving a new family suite will receive a customized VIP pre-arrival experience that includes guest services' assistance in building an age-appropriate itinerary for the children visiting; one in-room amenity treat per night, ranging from a chocolate to milk and cookies; board games and books; and in-suite toys and activities geared for even the youngest guests. Rates start at $1,400/night for a two-bedroom suite, which can accommodate up to eight guests, with rates for a three-bedroom suite starting at $1,800/night for up to 12 guests. To celebrate the completion of renovations, guests can reserve the Grande Escape package. To book the package, use the following code: D3Q. The package includes: 20% off room rate, self-parking and a $50 nightly resort credit. Valid Nov 20-30 and Dec 20-26 at JW Marriott. Additionally, this package is available at The Ritz-Carlton, the adjoining hotel to the JW Marriot. Valid Dec 20-26 and offering complementary valet parking in place of self-parking. About Grande Lakes Orlando Hidden in the heart of Orlando, Grande Lakes Orlando sits on 500 lush acres at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades. The resort features a 582-room Ritz-Carlton, 1,010-room JW Marriott hotel, the 40,000-square-foot Ritz-Carlton spa as well as two picture-perfect pools and Grande Lakes Waterpark, which includes the guest-favorite lazy river. The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Tennis Club, which hosts the PNC Championship, includes an 18-hole Greg Norman-designed championship golf course. A dozen celebrated dining venues throughout include Knife & Spoon, a steak and seafood restaurant awarded one Star in the inaugural MICHELIN Guide Florida 2022 and led by award-winning chef John Tesar; and MICHELIN Guide Florida 2022-recommended Primo, Mediterranean/Italian fare by multiple James Beard award-winning chef Melissa Kelly, a leader in the farm-to-fork movement. Grande Lakes Orlando restaurants source fresh ingredients from Whisper Creek Farm, an on-property 18,000-square-foot working farm, as well as on-site apiaries. The resort features a wide array of additional activities: kayaking, eco-tours on Shingle Creek, falconry, mountain biking and fishing school. Conference and meeting attendees have their pick of meeting space options located across 150,000 square feet plus more than 100,000 square feet of outdoor space. Grande Lakes is located 15 minutes from the Orlando International Airport, five minutes from the Orange County Convention Center and minutes from the major theme parks. For more information about JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes and to book a stay, please visit www.grandelakes.com.

Orlando Shakes' PlayFest 2022 premiers this weekend here in Orlando at the Shakespeare Theater. PlayFest , is an annual two-weekend mini-fest of local theater, features fresh readings of new works by area playwrights, giving audiences a front-row seat to the behind-the-scenes creative process that drives a show. The unique two weekend festival of raw, unproduced works gives audiences the opportunity to be involved with the creative process by giving feedback in real time and mingling with playwrights, actors, and directors. According to the Orlando Shakes, the goal of PlayFest is to tell entertaining and intriguing stories that speak to the diverse community in Central Florida. PlayFest 2022 runs from Oct. 28 to Nov. 6, with six shows on offer: Boulevard of Bold Dreams — Friday, Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m. White People by the Lake — Saturday, Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m. The Amazing, Fabulous, and Spectacular Untruths of Juan Garcia — Sunday, Oct. 30 at 2 p.m. The Berlin Diaries — Friday, Nov. 4 at 7:30 p.m. Bite Me — Saturday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Repossessed — Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 p.m. Tickets for PlayFest 2022 can be purchased for individual showings or in the form of a subscription package. The three tiers of subscriber packages - PlayFest Subscriber ($60), VIP ($120) and PlayFest Patron ($250), each include one ticket to each PlayFest show. The higher packages include other perks like complimentary drinks and reserved seating. More information on PlayFest can be found through the Orlando Shakes' website . Founded by UCF professor Stuart Omans in 1989, Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF (Orlando Shakespeare Theater, Inc.) produces classic, contemporary, and children’s plays. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Jim Helsinger and Managing Director Douglas Love-Ramos, Orlando Shakes has grown into one of the region’s most acclaimed professional theaters, garnering national recognition from The Wall Street Journal’s Terry Teachout: “outstanding…spectacular… Broadway worthy… a company that deserves to be far more widely known outside Florida.” With ambitious, high-caliber productions like Nicholas Nickleby , Les Miserables , In the Heights , the original pronunciation Elizabethan production of Twelfth Night , and the Fire and Reign series history cycle, the Theater continues to provide an innovative world-class theatrical experience to its guests, while showcasing William Shakespeare’s legacy as the cornerstone of the company. Orlando Shakes also offers immersive educational programming that serves Central Florida schools and the local community at large.

Hamilton, the world-renowned musical is making a welcome return to downtown Orlando's Dr Phillips Center For the Performing Arts tonight, where it will take up residency through November 20 with matinee and evening performances six days per week. Hamilton is returning to Dr Phillips Center as part of the 2022-2023 Broadway in Orlando series. The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is located in the heart of Downtown Orlando. Boasting two of the finest performance theaters in the country, Dr. Phillips Center brings a world of the best entertainment to Orlando, f rom International Ballet to the latest Broadway Musicals, you’re always in for an amazing experience at Dr Phillips Center. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts here in Orlando has become a hub for the best international, national and local artists, for community outreach and for arts education. Dr Phillips Center's impressive downtown Orlando destination includes the Walt Disney Theater, Steinmetz Hall, Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater and more. Since opening the arts center in 2014, Dr. Phillips Center has been named one of Travel + Leisure magazine’s 25 New Tourist Attractions Worth Adding to Your Bucket List, and one of Southern Living magazine’s 50 Best Places in the South Now . So from ballet to Broadway, comedy acts to kids’ shows and educational programs to outdoor festivals, you’re always in for an amazing experience at Dr. Phillips Center. Coming Soon To Dr Phillips Center 2022 - 2023 With so many musicals, plays, and shows coming to Orlando, let's check out what's coming soon to Dr Phillips Center For Performing Arts: AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Hamilton October 26–November 20 Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theater—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda , direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, Hamilton is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®, Grammy® and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors. Opera Orlando Presents The Magic Flute October 28 & 30, 2022 Opera Orlando presents one of the greatest operas ever written, Mozart’s The Magic Flute . Bring the family to this enchanting and whimsical fairy tale about love and light, sacrifice and darkness, and finding one’s place in the world. In this sumptuous, spectacular production, journey along with Prince Tamino as he navigates a treacherous brave new world in his quest of self-discovery. Mozart’s comedic and mystical singspiel (a predecessor to musical theater) centers around gods and heroes and transports the audience to the mythical realm of Ozymandia where Tamino is pursued by a terrifying dragon. He is rescued by three ominous and seductive women, who kill the monster and task Tamino with rescuing Pamina, daughter of the awe-inspiring sorceress The Queen of the Night, from the clutches of the “evil” Sarastro. With the gift of a magic flute and magic bells, Tamino sets off on his hero’s journey accompanied by his new friend and reluctant comrade-in-arms Papageno, the bird catcher, only to quickly realize that nothing, not even night and day, is quite what it appears to be. The story unfolds in frames like a graphic novel bringing all of the arts together to tell this fantastical tale. Artistic director Grant Preisser directs this all new production inspired by the fine art anime of Yoshitaka Amana, with dance choreographed by Maxine Montilus , puppetry by MicheLee Puppets , and music conducted by Chaowen Ting , making her Company debut. She will take the podium and lead the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra , along with a stellar cast including Metropolitan Opera soprano Kathryn Bowden as The Queen of the Night, acclaimed tenor Tyler Nelson as Prince Tamino, the stunning, up-and-coming soprano Magdalena Kuźma as Pamina, and renowned baritone Brian James Myer as Papageno. This production will be sung in German with new English dialogue by Grant Preisser and English supertitles. The cast also includes members of the Opera Orlando Chorus and Youth Company , and the show will run approximately two hours and thirty minutes with one intermission. Opera del Sol Presents Hansel & Gretel October 28 & 29, 2022 Opera del Sol presents Engelbert Humperdinck's Hansel & Gretel as you've never seen it before - more grim than Grimm, and more creepy than classic. Director Eric Pinder takes this beloved holiday favorite and twists it into a horrifying tale that leaves you wondering if everyone lives "happily ever after" after all. Hansel & Gretel will be a night(mare) at the opera you won't want to miss. Creative Purpose Productions Presents Freedom Live October 30, 2022 Freedom is a live theatre style production that tells a story including poetry, dance, and song (with a live band). The show flows as one as we take the audience through the many struggles/emotions of growth via the expression of art. An immersive experience and therapeutic experience. Proceeds will help fund the Arts Development program for the youth ages 10-18. Acts include: Fear Bullying BLM Exhaustion Revelation Artists consist of some of Orlando's best creatives, active in the community. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents Champions of Magic The Worldwide Wonders Tour November 4, 2022 Break away from the screen and experience live entertainment like never before with Champions Of Magic —an evening of impossible illusions and spectacular special effects. Described by the press as "the Avengers of magic" , catch the only team of magicians in the world as they present their original, phenomenal ensemble illusions. They’ve sold out shows across the globe, been featured on every major US TV network and racked up over 50 million views online , but you haven’t seen magic until you’ve seen it live. The Champions Of Magic cast present incredible interactive magic, a daring escape from Houdini’s water torture cell, a mind-blowing prediction that has to be seen to be believed, levitation high above the stage and a finale beyond explanation. The show happens all around the theatre and features spectacular illusions that can’t be seen anywhere else. Don’t miss this unbelievable show to entertain the entire family and see why fans return again and again to see one of the world’s biggest touring illusion shows. On Stage Talents Presents Erasmo Carlos U.S. Tour November 4, 2022 **Elvis Presley with a touch of Bob Dylan**, Erasmo adapted to the sound that came from the United States and England. With his partner Roberto Carlos, they created JovemGuarda, the **Brazilian version of Beatlemania**. Author of more than 500 songs, he is considered one of the greatest Brazilian composers of all time. Dr. Phillips Center Presents Tom Papa November 5 & 6, 2022 With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country , finding success in film, TV, radio and podcasts, as well as on the live stage. He is a regular guest on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast and late-night TV shows. Tom recently released his second book, You’re Doing Great!: And Other Reasons To Stay Alive , a collection of essays on how people really live in modern America and what’s truly good and wonderful about our lives. Tom’s first book, Your Dad Stole My Rake: And Other Family Dilemmas , was released in 2018 from St Martin’s Press, making “Summer Must Read” lists from Parade Magazine to The New York Post . The book takes a hilarious look at the host of characters—with bizarre, inescapable behavior—in our families. Bach Festival Society of Winter Park Presents Verdi's Requiem November 6, 2022 A tour de force of classical music! From the ominously powerful Dies Irae (Day of Wrath) to the gorgeous opulence of the Lux Aeterna (Light Eternal), no works rival this masterpiece. Conductor John Sinclair describes this work as “Verdi’s best opera”, but with sacred text. Featuring the celebrated Bach Festival Choir and Orchestra with world-class soloists. LVR Forever Presenta Raphael November 7, 2022 The star of the song returns to America to present his 'Tour Raphael 6.0', with which he celebrates his 60 years on stage. During this tour, the Spanish star will go over the great 'jewels in the crown' of his repertoire and present the songs that make up his latest album: 'Raphael 6.0', a duet album in which he performs the songs he always wanted to sing, but never did…until now. This successful tour continues a great year of celebrations in which we will be able to enjoy, in addition to this new album, the acclaimed documentary series 'Raphaelismo', directed by Dadá Films and soon available in America on digital platforms. Pandora Presents Disney Princess – The Concert SOLD OUT November 8, 2022 For generations, the music of Disney’s princesses has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, for the first time in forever, a quartet of Broadway and television icons celebrate these beloved songs on stage in Disney Princess - The Concert! Drama Desk®-nominee Christy Altomare (original Anastasia, Mamma Mia !), Broadway.com® Audience Award-nominee Isabelle McCalla (’Princess Jasmine’ in Aladdin, The Prom ), Disney Channel star Anneliese van der Pol (‘Belle’ in Beauty and the Beast and 'Chelsea Daniels’ on That’s So Raven/Raven’s Home ), and BroadwayWorld® Award-winner Syndee Winters (' Nala’ in The Lion King, Hamilton ) combine forces in this concert of a lifetime, joined by their magical Music Director, Benjamin Rauhala ( Fiddler on the Roof ) and enchanting Prince, Adam J. Levy ( Moulin Rouge ). Your every dream will come true as larger than life animation and theatrical effects immerse the audience in pure Disney magic, while these acclaimed stars sing the music of every Disney Princess and share their exclusive, hilarious and heartfelt behind-the-scenes stories from their time on the stage and screen. We invite you to relive your VHS glory days, dress up in your favorite royal attire, and share the joy with your loved ones. Be part of our world at Disney Princess - The Concert , presented by Pandora Jewelry. AdventHealth Deland Foundation Presents Stetson University School of Music November 12, 2022 The Stetson University School of Music is delighted to announce its debut at Steinmetz Hall in the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. Established in 1936, the School of Music was Florida’s first collegiate music school. Join our special concert premiere featuring Stetson's Concert Choir, Chorale, Hatter Choir and Choral Union, conducted by Sandra Peter and Timothy Peter; Stetson’s Symphony and Chamber Orchestras, conducted by Anthony Hose, and the University Symphonic Band and Concert Band, conducted by Douglas Phillips. Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Majestic Bruckner/Dvořák Grandeur November 12 & 13, 2022 Enter Bruckner’s expansive soundworld…become one with its sonorities…get carried away by the radiant strings, the majestic brasses, the long-breathed phrases, and, ultimately, the splendor of his music! Now more than ever, Bruckner is a balm for the soul. Leading into the symphony is Dvořák’s Cello Concerto, a work of symphonic grandeur and passion that will showcase the astonishing technique and artistry of Jan Vogler (“…a convincing balance between introspection and drama…” ~ Financial Times). The Romantic vocabulary of Emilie Mayer’s dramatic Overture, exploring Faust’s soul, starts this concert’s journey. Dr. Phillips Center Presents Straight No Chaser The 25th Anniversary Celebration November 16, 2022 If the phrase “**male a cappella group**” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses...think again. **Straight No Chaser** are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon, with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments, including **2 gold albums**, over **1.5 million concert tickets sold**, over **1 billion streams** on Pandora, and over **2 million albums sold** worldwide. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of **nine unadulterated human voices** coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense...and with a sense of humor. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with Live Nation Daniel Tosh Florida Trash Tour November 17, 2022 Best known from the Comedy Central show Tosh.O , the stand-up comedian, actor, TV host, UCF graduate and former Orlando resident comes home . Daniel Tosh's first big career break came in when he performed on The Late Show with David Letterman in 2001. Daniel is also a producer, writer and actor, best known for movies and shows like The Love Guru and Brickleberry , as well as his stand-up specials Happy Thoughts and People Pleaser . Dr. Phillips Center Presents Todd Barry Stadium Tour 2022 With Special Guest Tom Ryan November 17, 2022 Todd Barry has released three one-hour stand-up specials including his latest one for Netflix, Spicy Honey . He's appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert , The Late Show with David Letterman , Conan and Late Night With Seth Meyers. His acting credits include The Wrestler , Road Trip , Flight of the Concords , Chappelle's Show , Spin City , and Sex and the City . You may have heard his voice on the animated series Bob’s Burgers , Dr. Katz: Professional Therapist , and Aqua Teen Hunger Force . Todd is also the author of the critically-acclaimed 2017 travel memoir Thank You For Coming To Hattiesburg . Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents Disney Junior Live on Tour Costume Palooza November 18, 2022 The Pollstar nominated Disney Junior tour is back with an ALL-NEW show, Disney Junior Live On Tour: Costume Palooza! This show brings beloved Disney Junior characters and favorite Marvel Super Heroes together live on stage for a jam-packed, concert-style show with singing, dancing, acrobatics, and more. It will feature favorite songs from hit Disney Junior series, as well as new original music. Mickey, Minnie, and their pals are getting ready to throw a huge costume party but mysterious green rain, wind, and smoke keep interrupting the fun. Can Spidey and his Amazing Friends help save the Costume Palooza? Come join the party! Orlando Flamenco Presents Dracula November 18–20, 2022 Orlando Flamenco presents an original Flamenco dance theater production entitled Dracula, based on Bram Stoker’s fictional novel of the same name. Mr. Carlos Rodriguez, internationally recognized Flamenco dancer and choreographer, returns to Orlando, offering his expertise and unique vision to create and develop original choreography and original music for this production. Together with international guest star Daniela Tugues and Flamenco del Sol Dance Company, Central Florida will experience a delicious bite of this favorite gothic love story told by a diverse international cast of artists who have, in fact, ‘crossed oceans of time to find you’! Central Florida Community Arts Presents Classic(al) Rock Featuring the CFCArts Symphony Orchestra November 19, 2022 Join the CFCArts Symphony Orchestra in Steinmetz Hall this November for a classic rock concert. Classic(al) rock, that is. This unforgettable concert will feature a 170-member orchestra, a rock band and a few special guests. Rock out to everything from the Beatles and Queen to Metallica , Bon Jovi , Journey , Van Halen and so much more. A high-energy, fun spectacle for the whole family, Classic(al) Rock will have you singing along, banging your head, and experiencing the joy of live music on an epic scale. This is your chance to hear some of the biggest rock hits of all time performed by one of America's largest community orchestras in one of America's greatest concert halls. Messiah Choral Society Presents Handel's Messiah 50th Anniversary Performance November 20, 2022 Handel’s Messiah is widely regarded as one of the finest and most well-known classical music works ever written. With this performance, Messiah Choral Society celebrates 50 years of gifting the Central Florida community with free performances of this masterwork , accompanied by a professional orchestra and soloists , and conducted by music director John V. Sinclair . The concert has become a holiday tradition and is viewed by many as the kickoff to the holiday music season. Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Home for the Holidays November 26, 2022 Experience the joyful sounds of the season for the first time ever in Steinmetz Hall! Orlando Community Arts, Inc. Presents Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker November 26, 2022 Orlando Community Arts, Inc., proudly presents, Clare and the Chocolate Nutcracker, a holiday favorite and urban adaption of the classical Nutcracker story written by E.T.A. Hoffman. This holiday production captures the rich pageantry of traditions and flair that highlights cultural diversity in Central Florida. The audience takes a magical journey with Clare, as she travels with the Chocolate Nutcracker and the Sugar Plum Fairy on an adventure through various cultures and magical lands to their destination, the Kingdom of Toys. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents Lindsey Stirling Snow Waltz Tour November 30, 2022 Lindsey Stirling remains fearless enough to always dream big. In the near decade since the release of her 2012 self-titled debut, the electronic violinist, dancer, and artist has quietly and humbly become one of the 21st century’s most innovative stars. Her groundbreaking vision of cinematic violin-driven electronic music has gained her millions of adoring fans worldwide, four Billboard chart topping albums, a RIAA Gold certification for her sophomore opus Shatter Me, and two Billboard music awards. Having amassed over 12.5 million subscribers and 3 billion views on YouTube, Forbes placed her at #4 on its 2015 World’s Top-Earning YouTube Stars list, making her the highest-ranked female. The multi-hyphenate was also runner-up on the 25th season of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. Stirling’s first holiday collection, Warmer in the Winter, closed out 2017 as the best-selling holiday album of the year. In addition, her single “Carol of the Bells” is still the only instrumental song to ever reach the Top 10 at AC Radio. Her highly anticipated fifth-studio album, Artemis, released in 2019 to critical acclaim and debuted at #1 on the Dance/Electronic Album Chart. In the wake of the cancellation of her 2020 tours due to COVID-19, Lindsey funded and directed a virtual livestream concert that received over 100,00 unique viewers. She started the 2021 year with the release of “Lose You Now”, a single featuring Artist/Producer Mako that reflects on loss. Orlando Ballet Presents The Nutcracker December 2–18, 2022 Bring the entire family for the adventures of young Clara as she explores the fantasy world of the Mouse King , the Sugar Plum Fairy , and Mother Ginger . The enchantment of Orlando Ballet’s annual favorite make The Nutcracker a not-to-be-missed holiday tradition. Standing Ovation Talent Group Presents A Spiritual Journey through Song and Dance December 10, 2022 Standing Ovation Talent Group established in 1997 will celebrate 25 years in the arts. It’s going to be show stopping, hand clapping, feet movement, order my steps, great show. It’s time for a spiritual connection through the art of dance & song. Come join the Spiritual Journey as they celebrate 25 years of powerful & exciting messages throughout the show. FAIRWINDS Broadway in Orlando Presents Hadestown December 13–18, 2022 Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album , this acclaimed new show by celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin ( Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 ) is a love story for today...and always. Hadestown intertwines two mythic tales—that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone—as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers and singers, Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go. Flamenco De Perfil Presents Flamenco “A Compás” December 16, 2022 Flamenco De Perfil presents the performance, Flamenco “A Compás”, featuring two different dance styles within the world of flamenco, and how they intertwine with each other. The performance begins by highlighting classic flamenco rhythms and traditional dances, accompanied by guitarist Cristian Puig, alongside with other instruments such as violin, percussion, and other musical elements like castanets. The word “compás”, meaning staying in the beat, and having rhythmic precision, takes the audience through a journey to experience the most popular, melodic, and colorful dances such as Fandangos, Sevillanas, and Guajiras to a more intense, pure, and rich form of flamenco where dancers demonstrate “compás”, strength, stamina, and sensitivity throughout, including other “palos” such as Bulería, and Seguiriya to name a few. A performance that is very energetic, rich in music, and filled with emotions carried out with the collaboration of choreographer Ely Cardenal, Dance Director of Flamenco De Perfil, and other guest artists. Dr. Phillips Center Presents Soweto Gospel Choir Hope - It's Been A Long Time Coming December 17, 202 Out of the darkness comes a new dawn! This all-new concert by 3-time Grammy®-winning Soweto Gospel Choir commemorates South Africa’s Freedom Movement and the Civil Rights Movement in the United States. Bringing joy to all, “HOPE” opens with a rousing program of South African freedom songs that inspired their Rainbow Nation. Then the choir’s uplifting performance moves to the United States with beautiful renditions of the music of the Civil Rights Movement, including works by legendary artists Billie Holiday, James Brown, Otis Redding, Curtis Mayfield and the one-and-only, Aretha Franklin. Get ready, “HOPE” is a concert that will live forever in your hearts! Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with Live Nation A Day to Remember Reassembled: Acoustic Theater Tour With Special Guest Wage War December 19, 2022 Since their formation in 2003, A Day To Remember quietly emerged as arguably the biggest underground band in the world. The Florida group affirmed this status by achieving one platinum album, one gold album, one platinum single, and four gold singles. Not to mention, each full-length record ascended to #1 on the Billboard Rock, Indie, and/or Alternative Charts with 2016’s Bad Vibrations bowing at #2 on the Billboard Top 200. They’ve put up unprecedented numbers for a rock act in the 21st century, generating 850 million Spotify streams, 500 million YouTube views , and sales of three million-plus units. They’ve also packed arenas on continental tours and attracted a worldwide audience consisting of millions. Additionally, A Day To Remember successfully launched their own Self Help Festival in 2014, which continues going strong. Plus, everyone from Marshmello to Pierce The Veil has sought them out for collaborations. All of which explains why Rolling Stone called them “An Artist You Need To Know.” Earlier this summer A Day Tor Rember returned with a brand new single entitled “Miracle,” which is accompanied by a cinematic and emotionally charged music video streaming on the band’s official YouTube channel. The song marks the band’s first new music since their critically acclaimed 2021 album, You’re Welcome and recently entered the Top 25 at the Active Rock radio format. The band also reignited their single “Re-Entry” with a new version featuring Mark Hoppus of Blink-182. Consequence of Sound noted, “Having Hoppus on the track is a perfect fit, since Blink-182 was a significant inspiration for the song.” It also received plugs from NME, Rock Sound, and more. Bach Festival Society of Winter Park Presents A Voctave Christmas December 20, 2022 Vocal group Voctave, hailing from right here in Central Florida, comprises 11 members who have performed all over the world and appeared on countless recordings. The group has performed with Grammy, Dove, and American Music Award winners and has received more than 150 million views on their videos. Experience the phenomenal sound of this world-class ensemble and enjoy the last stop on their national holiday tour as they perform with our own Bach Festival Orchestra conducted by John V. Sinclair. Opera Orlando Presents All is Calm: the Christmas Truce of 1914 December 23 & 24, 2022 Opera Orlando shares a message of camaraderie, hope, and peace this holiday season as it remounts its acclaimed 2019 production of All is Calm: the Christmas Truce of 1914 . Set along the Western Front during World War I, this poignant and moving work relates the historic events of Christmas Eve in 1914 through actual soldiers’ letters and official military correspondence interwoven with old war songs and carols. Celebrate the holidays with this intimate and beautiful melding of music and theater as the cast performs a capella in the acoustically ideal Steinmetz Hall. Written by Peter Rothstein with vocal arrangements by Erick Lichte and Timothy C. Takach , artistic director Grant Preisser once again directs this band of brothers with Andrew Minear making his Company debut as music director. The troupe of singers welcomes back previous cast members, along with new faces coming together in harmony to tell this powerful story: the story of a German soldier stepping into No Man’s Land to sing “Stille Nacht (Silent Night),” which began an extraordinary and unprecedented night of music, acceptance, and peace. Rose Dynasty Foundation, Inc. Presents Jim Brickman A Very Merry Christmas December 27, 2022 Jim Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. The hit-making songwriter is the best-selling solo pianist of our time earning 21 Number One albums and 32 Top 20 Radio Singles in the industry bible, “Billboard Magazine.” He’s garnered two Grammy nominations, gospel music’s Dove Award, two SESAC Songwriter of the Year Awards, and the Canadian Country Music Award. He also has a music scholarship named for him by his alma mater, the prestigious Cleveland Institute of Music. Brickman is one of pop-music’s most fascinating success stories. He jumped from a career as a jingle writer of famous tunes for advertising, to reviving the romantic standard of the popular song. His first album release was 1995’s “No Words,” and he’s gone on to sell eight million albums worldwide. Dr. Phillips Center Present in Association with AEG Presents Tremonti Sings Sinatra December 29, 2022 As explosive as Mark Tremonti’s playing may be at times, he has quietly and rather unassumingly asserted himself as one of the most pure, precise, and prolific guitarists, songwriters, and frontmen of the modern era. With a GRAMMY® Award, recognition at #1 on Guitar World's "Top 20 Best Guitarists of the Decade," and 50 million units sold between Creed, Alter Bridge, and his namesake solo band Tremonti, he maintains a breakneck pace in terms of both studio output and live shows. Accompanied by surviving members of Sinatra’s band as well as various top-notch players, Tremonti cut 14 classics for Tremonti Sings Sinatra. Joining Tremonti on the album are a cohort of A-list musicians whose credits span from Sinatra (of course), Sammy Davis Jr., Ray Charles, Billy Joel, Barbra Streisand, and Barry Manilow to Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, and Buddy Rich. Classical Arts Entertainment, Inc. Presents Sleeping Beauty January 7, 2023 Don't miss the world's favorite masterpiece of classical ballet, the internationally acclaimed,The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine returns to North America and Canada in the 22/23 season for the sparkling performances. The evil fairy Carabosse curses Princess Aurora for 100 years of sleep with a single-finger prick on her 16th birthday. Doomed by fate, only a sweet kiss from the prince can break the spell and wake up the sleeping beauty. A fascinating tale comes to life in Andrey Litvinov's exquisite production , "a master class in classical style" ( The Guardian ), with "some of the most delightful steps in the 19th-century repertoire". This superb classical production features Tchaikovsky's delightful music, visually stunning with lavish sets and elaborate costumes. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with Bill Blumenreich Presents Neil deGrasse Tyson The Search for Life in the Universe January 8, 2023 In this illustrated talk, it all begins with Mars. Neil reviews the ongoing effort to search for habitable planets, liquid water, and life in the cosmos, culminating in the search for intelligent life and whether or not it already exists on Earth. AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Tina The Tina Turner Musical January 10–15, 2023 An uplifting comeback story like no other, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll. One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner has won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows have been seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history. Featuring her much loved songs, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical is written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall and directed by the internationally acclaimed Phyllida Lloyd. Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Yuja Wang Plays Rachmaninoff January 14 & 15, 2023 Hang on tight as piano superstar Yuja Wang (“one of the most talented, enthralling, and even mesmerizing performers on the world scene” ~ HuffPost) takes you on a wild ride with Rachmaninoff’s First Piano Concerto! The composer—a virtuoso himself—packed in plenty of fireworks to challenge even the most athletic of pianists. Yuja also solos in another of Rachmaninoff's piano concertos —the rare Fourth Piano Concerto, where orchestra and piano meet in Rachmaninoff's signature sound, lush chords (a nod to jazz), and hinting at the composer he is to become with the early shadows of Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini and his future cinematic style. Plus, Debussy’s iconic (and notorious) masterpiece, from sinuous flute introduction to final languorous bars…erotic reveries in all their voluptuous, ephemeral beauty. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents Styx 2023 World Tour January 18, 2023 Styx formed in 1972 and had their commercial breakthrough with the album “The Grand Illusion”, which featured the single “Come Sail Away”. They’ve only furthered their success throughout their band career with three Triple-Platinum albums and a Double-Platinum album. They’ve continued to record and tour throughout the decades and are known for their enduring, energetic, and multilayered live shows. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit January 19, 2023 Jason Isbell has established himself as one of the most respected and celebrated songwriters of his generation. The North Alabama native possesses an incredible penchant for identifying and articulating some of the deepest, yet simplest, human emotions, and turning them into beautiful poetry through song. Isbell sings of the everyday human condition with thoughtful, heartfelt, and sometimes brutal honesty. Isbell broke through in 2013 with the release of Southeastern. His next two albums, Something More Than Free (2015) and The Nashville Sound (2017), won Grammy Awards for “Best Americana Album” & “Best American Roots Song”. Isbell's song "Maybe It's Time" was featured in the 2019 reboot of A Star Is Born. His most recent full-length album, Reunions (2020), is a critically-acclaimed collection of ten new songs that showcases an artist at the height of his powers and a band fully charged with creativity and confidence. In April of 2021, it was announced that Isbell would appear in the upcoming Martin Scorsese film, Killers of the Flower Moon . DDA Presents The Glenn Miller Orchestra The Greatest Hits Tour January 20, 2023 The World-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra brings timeless classics like In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Pennsylvania 6-5000, String of Pearls and Tuxedo Junction back to the stage. Even 80 years after founding his famous orchestra Glenn Miller’s music is alive and well. Over 18 musicians and singers bring the unforgettable Glenn Miller sound and perform those songs that everyone remembers... This is a show not to miss for jazz and swing fans alike or the incurable romantics who want to step back in time. The legendary Glenn Miller was the most successful of all the dance bandleaders back in the Swing era of the 1930s and 1940s. AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Riverdance 25th Anniversary Show January 20–22, 2023 A powerful and stirring reinvention of this beloved favorite, celebrated the world over for its Grammy award-winning score and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. Composer Bill Whelan has re-recorded his mesmerizing soundtrack, while producer Moya Doherty and director John McColgan have completely reimagined the ground-breaking show with innovative and spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary power and grace of its music and dance—beloved by fans of all ages. Fall in love with the magic of Riverdance all over again. For over 25 years, nothing has carried the energy, the sensuality and the spectacle of Riverdance . Dr. Phillips Center Presents The Cleveland Orchestra Franz Welser-Möst, Conductor Part of The Great American Orchestra Series January 22, 2023 Discover what makes the Cleveland Orchestra one of the world’s best . Founded in 1918, the orchestra has been praised for their quality of sound and musicianship —especially their outstanding woodwinds —as they rose to greatness among America’s “Big Five” orchestras. One of today’s most distinguished conductors, Franz Welser-Möst has also led the orchestra as music director for 21 years. You’ll instantly be able to see and hear what makes these musicians stand out as they perform for one night only in our acoustically amazing Steinmetz Hall. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience—in a one-of-a-kind space. Dr. Phillips Center Presents Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo January 25, 2023 Known as the world’s foremost all-male comic ballet company , Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo performs a full range of the ballet and modern dance repertoire, including classical and original works in faithful renditions of the manners and conceits of those dance styles. Their comedy is achieved by incorporating and exaggerating the foibles, accidents, and underlying incongruities of serious dance. The fact that men dance all the parts—heavy bodies delicately balancing on toes as swans, sylphs, water sprites, romantic princesses, angst-ridden Victorian ladies—enhances rather than mocks the spirit of dance as an art form, delighting and amusing the most knowledgeable, as well as novices, in the audiences. AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Wicked January 25–February 12, 2023 Wicked , the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz … but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships … until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “ Wicked .” From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked —the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today cheers is “a complete triumph! An original musical that will make you laugh, cry, and think.” Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents "Something Wonderful" - The Songs of Rodgers & Hammerstein January 28, 2023 With songs from South Pacific, The Sound of Music, State Fair, The King and I, Carousel , and Oklahoma , this concert features vocalists direct from Broadway and narration by Oscar “Andy” Hammerstein III, grandson of the family lyricist. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with Live Nation Shangela The Fully Lit Tour February 1, 2023 Actor and Performer, D.J. “Shangela” Pierce, can currently be seen starring as a co-host and producer of the Emmy-nominated HBO series “We’re Here.” Famous for his phrase “Halleloo,” Pierce has created a number of live drag shows combining his performance and comedy talents. As Shangela, she has performed on six of the seven continents and is recognized as the first contestant to compete on three separate seasons of the Emmy award-winning reality series “Rupaul's Drag Race.” Shangela has also guest starred on network television series including "Glee,” “The Mentalist,” “X-Files,” “A Black Lady Sketch Show” and “Katy Keene” and has appeared in several feature films, including A Star Is Born with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. In 2019, Shangela was recognized as part of the prestigious TIME 100 Next List and named one of “The Most Powerful Drag Queens in America” by New York Magazine. D.J. remains involved with various charities including his own Feed The Queens initiative which provided over $100,000 in food grants to out of work drag entertainers in 2020. In addition, he was the keynote speaker and performer at the SMU LGBTQ Symposium, which provides a platform to spotlight the voices, experiences, research, and creativity of the LGBT community on the SMU campus and beyond. A native of Paris, Texas, Pierce graduated with honors from Southern Methodist University where he currently serves as an advisory Board Member. He resides in Los Angeles and is a very proud gay Uncle. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with Victory Productions The Kat & Dave Show February 3, 2023 16-time Grammy Award-winning musician , composer and producer David Foster and acclaimed singer, television and Broadway star Katharine McPhee are bringing their viral Instagram show on the road. Coming directly from the living room to the stage, this intimate show with the powerhouse duo will be packed with Foster’s hits from Chicago, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé and more, along with McPhee’s biggest songs from American Idol, Smash and Waitress—plus some of their personal favorites! Dr. Phillips Center Presents The Second City Out of the House Party February 3 & 4, 2023 The Second City has been the world’s first name in laughter for over 60 years! Come join the next generation of comedy superstars as they mash up Second City’s greatest hits and brand-new material along with their signature improvisation in this hilarious show. Dr. Phillips Center Presents The Philadelphia Orchestra Nathalie Stutzmann, Conductor Gil Shaham, Violin Part of The Great American Orchestra Series February 17, 2023 Founded in 1900, the Philadelphia Orchestra rose to become one of America’s “Big Five” , as well as a global ambassador of music . Hear for yourself why they’re famous for their rich string section —one of the best in the world—as the orchestra performs in our acoustically advanced Steinmetz Hall for one night only. Led by principal guest conductor Nathalie Stutzmann , the orchestra will be joined by soloist Gil Shaham . This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience—in a one-of-a-kind space. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents/TCM John Mellencamp Live and In Person February 18 & 19, 2023 John Mellencamp rose to fame in the 1980s while honing an almost startlingly plainspoken writing style that, starting in 1982, yielded a string of Top 10 singles, including "Hurts So Good", "Jack & Diane", "Crumblin' Down", "Pink Houses", "Lonely Ol' Night", "Small Town", "R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A.", "Paper in Fire", and "Cherry Bomb". He has amassed 22 Top 40 hits in the United States. In addition, he holds the record for the most tracks by a solo artist to hit number one on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, with seven. Mellencamp has been nominated for 13 Grammy Awards, winning one. His latest album of original songs, Strictly a One-Eyed Jack , was released on January 21, 2022. Mellencamp has sold over 30 million albums in the US and over 60 million worldwide Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents Dancing With The Stars: Live! 2023 Tour February 20, 2023 The Dancing with the Stars tour delivers a spectacular night of pulse-pounding dance performances from world-renowned dancers, including Brandon Armstrong, Alan Bersten, Artem Chigvintsev, Sasha Farber, Koko Iwasaki, Daniella Karagach, Pasha Pashkov, Gleb Savchenko, Emma Slater, Britt Stewart and Sofia Ghavami. Fans will see time-honored dances like the Cha Cha, Foxtrot, Salsa, Tango- and everything in-between. Join us for a theatrical dance show you can’t miss. Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Chris Thile in Concert February 25, 2023 MacArthur Fellow and Grammy Award-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter Chris Thile, who the Guardian calls "that rare being: an all-round musician who can settle into any style, from bluegrass to classical,” and NPR calls a "genre-defying musical genius," is a founding member of the critically acclaimed bands Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek. For four years, Thile hosted public radio favorite Live from Here with Chris Thile (formerly known as A Prairie Home Companion ). With his broad outlook, Thile creates a distinctly American canon and a new musical aesthetic for performers and audiences alike, giving the listener “one joyous arc, with the linear melody and vertical harmony blurring into a single web of gossamer beauty” (New York Times) . Most recently, Chris recorded Laysongs , out June 4, 2021 on Nonesuch. The album is his first truly solo album: just Thile, his voice, and his mandolin, on new recordings of six original songs and three covers, all of which contextualize and banter with his ideas about spirituality. Recorded in a converted upstate New York church during the pandemic, Laysongs’ centerpiece is the three-part “Salt (in the Wounds) of the Earth,” which was inspired by C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters . The album also features a song Thile wrote about Dionysus; a performance of the fourth movement of Béla Bartók’s Sonata for Solo Violin; “God Is Alive, Magic Is Afoot” based on Buffy Sainte-Marie’s adaptation of a Leonard Cohen poem; a cover of bluegrass legend Hazel Dickens’ “Won’t You Come and Sing for Me,” and “Ecclesiastes 2:24," original instrumental loosely modeled after the Prelude from J.S. Bach’s Partita for Solo Violin in E Major. Dr. Phillips Center Presents The Chicago Symphony Orchestra Riccardo Muti, Conductor Part of The Great American Orchestra Series February 28, 2023 For the first time, you can experience one of the oldest orchestras in the United States in the world’s greatest new concert hall, Steinmetz Hall. Founded in 1891, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra is one of America’s “Big Five” , and consistently recognized among the best in the world , with the finest brass players you’ve ever heard. Led by renowned Italian conductor and music director Riccardo Muti , the orchestra’s exceptional musicians will perform for one night only in our acoustically remarkable Steinmetz Hall. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience—in a one-of-a-kind space AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Pretty Woman: The Musical February 28–March 5, 2023 Pretty Woman: The Musical , based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell ( Hairspray, Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde ). Brought to the stage by lead producer Paula Wagner, Pretty Woman: The Musical features an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance (“Summer of ‘69,” “Heaven”), and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J.F. Lawton. Pretty Woman: The Musical will lift your spirits and light up your heart. “If you love the movie, you’ll love the musical!” ( BuzzFeed News ). Are you ready to fall in love all over again? Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Rimma Plays Bruch March 4 & 5, 2023 Bruch’s superlative Violin Concerto is at once fiery and romantic, sparkling and seductive—and a showcase for our virtuoso Concertmaster Rimma Bergeron-Langlois. In the Tenth Symphony Shostakovich unleashes his fury against Stalin in a violent, demonic musical battle with pitches equivalent to the initials of his name, D-S-C-H, pounded out like a code that crushes the tyrant in the wild, triumphant finale. Raising the curtain is the OPO premiere of a thrilling new work by Pulitzer Prize-winning Cuban-American composer Tania León, whose music is “infused with a vigorous pluralism” ( ~ The New York Times ). Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents The Temptations & The Four Tops March 9, 2023 THE TEMPTATIONS For more than fifty years, The Temptations have prospered, propelling popular music with a series of smash hits, and sold-out performances throughout the world. “The crowds are bigger, the sales are sizzling,” says one industry report. “The outpouring of affection for this super-group has never been greater.” The history of The Temptations is the history of contemporary American pop. An essential component of the original Motown machine, that amazing engine invented by Berry Gordy, The Temps began their musical life in Detroit in the early sixties. It wasn’t until 1964 however, that the Smokey Robinson written-and-produced “The Way You Do the things You Do” turned the guys into stars. An avalanche of hits followed, many of which...”My Girl,” for instance...attained immortality. “It’s Growing,” “Since I Lost My Baby;,” “Get Ready,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” “Beauty Is only Skin Deep,” “I Wish It Would Rain”...the hits kept coming. THE FOUR TOPS The quartet, originally called the Four Aims, made their first single for Chess in 1956, and spent seven years on the road and in nightclubs, singing pop, blues, Broadway, but mostly jazz—four-part harmony jazz. When Motown’s Berry Gordy Jr. found out they had hustled a national “Tonight Show” appearance, he signed them without an audition to be the marquee act for the company’s Workshop Jazz label. That proved short-lived, and Stubbs’ powerhouse baritone lead and the exquisite harmonies of Fakir, Benson, and Payton started making one smash after another with the writing-producing trio Holland-Dozier-Holland. Their first Motown hit, “Baby I Need Your Loving” in 1964, made them stars and their sixties track record on the label is indispensable to any retrospective of the decade. Their songs, soulful and bittersweet, were across-the-board successes. “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch),” a no. 1 R&B and Pop smash in 1965, is one of Motown’s longest-running chart toppers; it was quickly followed by a longtime favorite, “It’s The Same Old Song” (no. 2 R&B/no. 5 pop). Their commercial peak was highlighted by a romantic trilogy: the no. 1 “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” “Standing In The Shadows Of Love” (no. 2 R&B/no. 6 pop) and “Bernadette” (no. 3 R&B/no. 4 pop)—an extraordinary run of instant H-D-H classics. Other Tops hits from the decade included “Ask The Lonely,” “Shake Me, Wake Me (When It’s Over),” “Something About You,” “You Keep Running Away,” “7-Rooms Of Gloom” and their covers of “Walk Away Renee” and “If I Were A Carpenter.” The group was also extraordinarily popular in the U.K. Dr. Phillips Center Presents Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY March 10 & 11, 2023 The producers of Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY are proud to present a new orchestra concert experience: FINAL FANTASY 35th Anniversary Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY Coral . Specially curated by Nobuo Uematsu, the program is a monumental, retrospective celebration of the incredible FINAL FANTASY music catalogue. Conductor and GRAMMY-Award winner Arnie Roth will lead the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and chorus of 100 musicians on stage, with exclusive HD video direct from creators at Square Enix. Dr. Phillips Center Presents Eli Castro Living Dangerously March 11, 2023 Hoping to live the honeymoon and avoid the burdens of marriage, Elizardi decides to simply move in with his girlfriend. But he soon discovers that while he may not have said those vows, he is certainly living them! The struggle is on to beat the odds and live happily ever after! One of the most innovative comedians around, Elizardi Castro uses language and culture to create humor that appeals to audiences of all ages. He has written and performed ten one-man shows including "Made in Puerto Rico" which ran Off-Broadway for seven sold out weeks! His critically acclaimed shows have been reviewed and recommended by numerous publications including the Chicago Sun-Times and the Orlando Sentinel. His shows have also been featured on ABC's The View; Telemundo's Emmy-winning morning show, Un Nuevo Dia; Fox's Good Day New York, WGN-TV, and the Univision network, among others. He also won "Best Stand Up" at the acclaimed United Solo Festival in NYC. FL Falun Dafa Association Presents Shen Yun 2023 March 16–19, 2023 Shen Yun takes you on an extraordinary journey through 5,000 years of divinely inspired culture. Exquisite beauty from the heavens, profound wisdom from dynasties past, timeless legends and ethnic traditions all spring to life through classical Chinese dance, enchanting live orchestral music, authentic costumes, and patented interactive backdrops. Revisit a time when scholars and artists sought harmony with the Tao, or the “Way” of the universe, and when divine beings walked upon the earth to inspire humanity. Be prepared for a theatrical experience that will take your breath away! AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Harper Lee’s To Kill A Mockingbird March 21–26, 2023 All rise for Academy Award® winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork. The New York Times Critic’s Pick To Kill A Mockingbird is “the most successful American play in Broadway history.” ( 60 Minutes ). Rolling Stone gives it 5 stars, calling it “an emotionally shattering landmark production of an American classic,” and New York Magazine calls it “a real phenomenon. Majestic and incandescent, it’s filled with breath and nuance and soul.” With direction by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher,To Kill A Mockingbird — “the greatest novel of all time” ( Chicago Tribune ) — has quickly become “ one of the greatest plays in history ” ( NPR ). Emmy Award®-winning actor Richard Thomas plays the role of Atticus Finch in the National Tour. Dr. Phillips Center Presents Pink Martini With Special Guest China Forbes March 22, 2023 Featuring a dozen musicians with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages and with symphony orchestras throughout Europe, Asia, Greece, Turkey, the Middle East, Northern Africa, Australia, New Zealand, South America and North America. Pink Martini has sold over 3 million albums worldwide on their own independent label Heinz Records (named after Lauderdale’s dog). The band’s debut album Sympathique was released in 1997, and quickly became an international phenomenon, garnering the group nominations for “Song of the Year” and “Best New Artist” in France’s Victoires de la Musique Awards in 2000. Pink Martini released Hang On Little Tomato in 2004, Hey Eugene! in 2007 and Splendor In The Grass in 2009. In November 2010 the band released Joy To The World—a festive, multi-denominational holiday album featuring songs from around the globe. Joy To The World received glowing reviews and was carried in Starbucks stores during the 2010 and 2011 holiday seasons. Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents "Spies, Lies and Treble Clefs" March 25, 2023 Featuring some of the greatest songs from Spy Movies and TV, this show wows audiences with hits from the James Bond film series, Charlies Angels, Get Smart, Alfred Hitchcock Presents , and more. Entertainment Revue Hits Foundation Presents Hits! The Musical March 29, 2023 Imagine songs like “Signed, Sealed, Delivered,” “Hero,” “I Will Always Love You,” “Singing In The Rain,” and nearly 100 more of America’s most iconic songs performed by the greatest young singers and dancers in the country. The cast of 30, ages 10-22, were selected from a nationwide audition of over 7,000 individuals. Their talent is exceptional and the energy is unsurpassed. Hits! The Musical is 90 minutes of pure joy with extraordinary singing, spectacular dancing, hundreds of costume changes and state of the art lighting and sound that will leave you amazed. This show is an unforgettable experience for the entire family. The show is for individuals of all ages and it will leave you dancing in the aisles. Don’t miss America’s next great musical! Dr. Phillips Center Presenta En Asociación con Live Nation Los Ángeles Azules De Iztapalapa Para El Mundo Tour March 31, 2023 Los Ángeles Azules tiene más de 40 años de existencia. Han cambiado de estilo varias veces a lo largo de su carrera, pero ahora se consideran parte del género cumbia sonidera que fusiona los sonidos de la música cumbia de los '50s y '70s con los de la música electrónica al estilo de los ‘90s. Los hermanos Mejía-Avante—originarios de Iztapalapa, México—han llevado su música a los escenarios y festivales del mundo, El Paraíso de la Cumbia al Yankee Stadium al Vive Latino. Fueron los primeros artistas de cumbia en presentarse en el Festival de Música de Coachella. Los Ángeles Azules has been around for over 40 years. They’ve switched styles a number of times throughout their career but are now considered part of the cumbia sonidera genre fusing the sounds of cumbia music from the ‘50s-‘70s with those of '90s-style electronic music. The Mejia-Avante brothers—originally from Iztapalapa, Mexico—have taken their music to the world's stages and festivals, El Paraíso de la Cumbia to Yankee Stadium to Vive Latino. They were the first cumbia artists to ever perform at Coachella Music Festival. AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Chicago 25th Anniversary Tour April 18–23, 2023 After 25 years, Chicago is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one show stopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. No wonder Chicago has been honored with 6 Tony Awards®, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, and thousands of standing ovations. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary—you’ve got to come see why the name on everyone’s lips is still... Chicago . Opera Orlando Presents The Daughter of the Regiment April 21 & 23, 202 Opera Orlando is in the army now, as it closes its Opera Everlasting season with Donizetti’s hilarious The Daughter of the Regiment . Enjoy this family-friendly tale about Marie, the eponymous “daughter” of the regiment. She was orphaned as an infant, but miraculously adopted and raised by a French army regiment not knowing of her noble birthright. The military life suits Marie just fine until she falls for the handsome peasant Tonio. Love-struck for Marie, Tonio must join the regiment to be near her, and prove his worth to her army of “fathers.” To further complicate matters Marie is whisked away from the regiment by the Marquise of Birkenfeld who knows of her aristocratic lineage and wants to introduce her properly to society. Of course, this upends the regimental order of things, and Marie must then choose between marrying for love or rejecting love and her found family to maintain her social status. It’s a show of equal parts comedy, romance, and vocal fireworks led by stage director Andrew Nienaber and featuring the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Johsua Horsch . Internationally-acclaimed Puerto Rican soprano Camille Ortiz makes her Opera Orlando debut in the title role of Marie, and she is joined by Orlando native and Metropolitan Opera National Competition winner Carlos Enrique Santelli who takes on the role of Tonio and the famous aria “Ah mes amis…” with no less than 9 high C’s. Bass-baritone Peter Strummer returns to Orlando in the buffo role of Sergeant Sulpice, and mezzo-soprano Jenni Bank makes her Company debut in the role of The Marquise of Birkenfield, with members of the Opera Orlando Chorus and dancers from Orlando Ballet rounding out the cast. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox Life in the Past Lane Tour April 24, 2023 When New York City pianist Scott Bradlee created Postmodern Jukebox out of a basement in Queens in 2011, his goal was simple: to remake the pop hits of today into the classic sounds of the legends of yesterday. Miley Cyrus became The Platters. Bruno Mars became Frank Sinatra. The Spice Girls became The Andrews Sisters. Guns ’n’ Roses became Bessie Smith. Now, nearly a decade later, Postmodern Jukebox has grown to become a pop culture mainstay in its own right, having played over a thousand shows on six continents worldwide — including acclaimed venues like Radio City Music Hall, Sydney Opera House, and Red Rocks Amphitheater. In the process, PMJ has introduced audience to many of the world’s greatest singers, dancers, and instrumentalist — many of whom have gone on to become stars in their own right. One part celebration of vintage music and culture, one part “’Saturday Night Live’ for singers”, a Postmodern Jukebox show is an unforgettable trip back in time that makes Pop Music History — in your own hometown. Dr. Phillips Center Presents in Association with AEG Presents Steve Martin & Martin Short You Won't Believe What They Look Like Today! with very special guests Jeff Babko and The Steep Canyon Rangers April 29, 2023 Steve Martin and Martin Short’s “You Won’t Believe What They Look Like Today!” is a show that redefines the form in unexpected and profound ways, from two of the funniest, most influential and acclaimed talents of the past century. Their humor is often subversive, but it is always a joyous self-deprecating romp from two comedy masters driven to make each other laugh as much as the audience. The jokes come at you at a rapid-fire pace with little set-up and big punch lines as they mock Hollywood and the fickle nature of celebrity, but the comedy truly soars when they lovingly (and relentlessly) roast each other. Martin and Short’s chemistry and timing on stage reflects a friendship forged over three decades which developed when they met for the first time on the set of the 1986 film “Three Amigos.” These two titans of comedy have been touring together since 2015, when they launched their first live show entitled “A Very Stupid Conversation.” Dr. Phillips Center Presents Bluey’s Big Play May 6 & 7, 202 The #1 kids show on Disney Junior and Disney Channel comes to Orlando. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, which broke every box office record for children’s entertainment in Australia. The play features an original story by Bluey’s creator Joe Brumm, and new music by award-winning Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join Bluey, Bingo, Bandit & Chilli in “a glorious celebration of everything you love about the show” (The Guardian), featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life! Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Mahler's 5th May 6 & 7, 2023 How do you say “I love you” if you’re Gustav Mahler? Nothing could surpass the radiant Adagietto movement, scored for strings and harp, of his Fifth Symphony, a gift for his beloved wife Alma. But there’s also raw, intense music and the manic Rondo-Finale that brings this orchestral tour de force to its climax. Love was also in the air in Mendelssohn’s First Piano Concerto, dedicated to an object of his youthful affection. Inon Barnatan (“One of the most admired pianists of his generation” ~ New York Times) is the soloist for this sometimes brilliant, sometimes gossamer, but always romantic, work. Plus, the world premiere of a much-anticipated new composition by former OPO Composer-in-Residence— Orlando’s own —Stella Sung. AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents My Fair Lady May 9–14, 2023 From Lincoln Center Theater that brought you The King & I and South Pacific , comes “a sumptuous new production of the most perfect musical of all time” ( Entertainment Weekly ), Lerner & Loewe’s My Fair Lady . Director Bartlett Sher’s glowing production is “thrilling, glorious and better than it ever was” ( New York Times ). “Every so often a revival comes along that reminds you how indispensable great theater can be” ( NY1 ). Boasting such classic songs as “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “The Rain in Spain,” “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” and “On the Street Where You Live,” My Fair Lady tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed? Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents "Let's Misbehave" – The Songs of Cole Porter May 13, 2023 Here’s a fresh, eddy, and sexy take on the timeless songs of Cole Porter, sung, danced, and played by outstanding guest artists and your Orlando Philharmonic! Emery Entertainment Presents Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus Live! May 19–21, 2023 The Off-Broadway hit comedy Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus LIVE! , is a one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up, and is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom. This hysterical show will have couples elbowing each other all evening as they see themselves on stage. Sexy and fast paced, this show is definitely for adults, but will leave audiences laughing and giggling like little kids! When Mars and Venus collide, the adventures are earth-shatteringly hysterical. It's a great recipe for a date night out: a little storytelling blended with some comedy and a dash of sage wisdom from the book. A delicious evening of entertainment! Dr. Phillips Center Presents Blue's Clues & You! May 20, 2023 Blue’s Clues & You! Live On Stage is an epic new adventure that will have every clued-in family singing, dancing, hugging, laughing and figuring out Blue’s Clues with Blue, her friends, and of course, you. In this 60-minute show , filled with Broadway-style song and dance, Josh needs help from Blue and you to conjure up a magical theater show. Kids of all ages will love joining Josh and Blue, as they skidoo to amazing places, make a rainbow with Magenta, create a music video with Rainbow Puppy, float in outer space and so much more! Dr. Phillips Center Presents Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in Concert With the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Produced by CineConcerts June 16 & 17, 2023 See when Harry discovers a mysterious potions book in CineConcerts’ presentation of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert ! Projected onto a giant screen and accompanied by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra , you can join in on Harry’s adventures as never before. Nicholas Hooper’s wonderful score and this classic tale combine to deliver all the adventure, humor, and suspense you remember in an experience you’ll never forget . AdventHealth Broadway in Orlando Presents Beetlejuice The Musical. The Musical. The Musical. June 27–July 2, 2023 He earned his stripes on Broadway… now the ghost-with-the-most is coming to Orlando. It’s showtime! Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, Beetlejuice is “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” ( Variety ). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under, to be exact), it’s a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O! For more details on upcoming shows and to book tickets, check out the Dr Phillips Center website , and be sure to keep checking back here for all the latest shows and events coming to Orlando.

Cast Members throughout Walt Disney World have been celebrating Diwali, the five-day festival that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated holidays of the entire year for Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and even some Buddhists. While the specific date of this holiday changes each year due to the lunar calendar, it usually falls sometime in late October to November. This year, Diwali was on Monday, October 24 th . Disney College Program cast members at Disney’s Flamingo Crossings had the opportunity to learn about the customs and traditions of Diwali through an immersive panel session. The highlight of the event included audience members who volunteered to dress up in traditional attire of vibrant colors, while trying some delicious Indian snacks and traditional sweets!