Downtown Miami April Events

 

Adrienne Arsht Center

 

 

 

Odysseo

 

Through April 15, 2012. Show times vary.

 

 

 

From the creators of the hit show, Cavalia, Odysseo is a journey into the imagination, a voyage through space and time, and an exploration of nature’s greatest wonders – deserts, waterfalls, canyons, glaciers and more.

 

 

 

The spellbinding show is a renewed tribute to the relationship humans and horses have forged over thousands of years. With our faithful companions by our side, we have travelled to the four corners of the globe, built bridges between cultures and brought people from all over the planet closer together.

 

 

 

A Night in Rio

 

April 13, 2012. 8:00 p.m.

 

 

 

STARRING SERGIO MENDES

 

With very special guest Eliane Elias

 

 

 

International music legend Sergio Mendes brings his sizzling samba sound to Jazz Roots, filling the Knight Concert Hall with his signature mix of bossa nova and percussion accents along with the distinctive pop instrumentation that have defined Brazilian music around the world.

 

 

 

An Evening With Yani

 

April 20-21, 2012. 8:00 p.m.

 

 

 

His concerts are legendary. His live shows have amazed millions on every continent in the world. After an extensive world tour, Yanni returns to the USA and Canada with an all-new show: Yanni as you know him best, performing his instrumental hits from the shows that have become famous around the world. Fans will witness Yanni and his world class musicians as they take the stage to perform his greatest instrumental hits made famous in his shows from the Acropolis in Greece, the Taj Mahal in India, the Forbidden City in China and the Royal Albert Hall in England.

 

 

 

The live show will feature some of the music from Yanni’s new album “Truth Of Touch,” which is the composer’s first album of original studio music in almost a decade.

 

 

 

 

 

View all of the April performances at the Adrienne Arsht Center.

 

http://www.arshtcenter.org/perform/

 

 

 

 

 

American Airlines Arena

 

 

 

WWE Presents RAW SUPER SHOW

 

April 2, 2012. 8:15 p.m.

 

 

 

After their ’Once in a Lifetime” match at WrestleMania 28, both The Rock and John Cena will be at the AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami-the very next night- live! 

Who will be celebrating the biggest win of his career? And who will be experiencing the agony of losing the biggest WM match of all time?

 

 

 

Concierto de Primavera

 

April 20, 2012. 7:30 p.m.

 

 

 

This upcoming Friday, April 20th, our audiences’ wishes will come true as all of their favorite artists will be united in our spring concert, sharing the same stage. Funky, Marcos Vidal, Jacobo Ramos, and Marco Barrientos, will all be displaying their talents in the American Airlines Arena beginning 7:30 pm. Funky: Popular Puerto Rican reggae artist, known for his contagious urban style and lyrics, switching it up with Marcos Vidal, prevalent Spaniard artist and composer of most popular worship songs of all times, to Jacobo Ramos, enthusiastic Puerto Rican composer and singer; strolling to the most acclaimed contemporary Christian Music artist, directly from Mexico, Marco Barrientos. The night will be dressed in elegance as the world’s most renowned Christian talents indulge their viewers in their five-star performance… Don’t miss this opportunity of a life-time to see them all in concert!

 

 

 

 

 

View all of the April events at the American Airlines Arena.

 

http://www.aaarena.com/default.asp?aaarena=38&objId=341

 

 

 

View the Miami Heat April game schedule here. http://www.nba.com/heat/schedule/index.html

 

 

 

 

 

Bayfront Park

 

 

 

Yoga in the Park

 

Every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Times Vary.

 

Tina Hills Pavilion

 

 

 

Self-Defense Class for Women

 

Every Monday and Wednesday, 7:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

 

Tina Hills Pavilion

 

 

 

DWNTOWN Miami Concert Series

 

April 13, 2012. 6:00 p.m.

 

Tina Hills Pavilion

 

 

 

Los Amigo Invisibles.  For more information: http://www.dwntwnmiamiconcertseries.com/DWNTWN_Miami_Concert_Series.html

 

 

 

Mercedes Benz Corporate Run

 

April 26, 2012. 6:45 p.m.

 

 

 

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run 5K (3.1 miles) marks its 27th running of what has become a key event to the South Florida community. Over the years we have seen many positive changes and an increased awareness of fitness in the corporate world.

 

 

 

 

 

View all of the April events at Bayfront Park: http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/pages/events.html

 

 

 

 

 

Gusman Center for the Performing Arts

 

 

 

Miami Lyric Opera: Lucia Di Lammermoor

 

April 14-15, 2012. Show times vary.

 

 

 

Lucia di Lammermoor is a dramma tragico (tragic opera) in three acts by Gaetano Donizetti. Salvadore Cammarano wrote the Italian language libretto loosely based upon Sir Walter Scott’s historical novel The Bride of Lammermoor. Donizetti wrote Lucia di Lammermoor in 1835, a time when several factors led to the height of his reputation as a composer of opera. Gioachino Rossini had recently retired and Vincenzo Bellini had died shortly before the premier of Lucia leaving Donizetti as “the sole reigning genius of Italian opera”. Not only were conditions ripe for Donizetti’s success as a composer, but there was also a European interest in the history and culture of Scotland. The perceived romance of its violent wars and feuds, as well as its folklore and mythology, intrigued 19th century readers and audiences. Sir Walter Scott made use of these stereotypes in his novel The Bride of Lammermoor, which inspired several musical works including Lucia. The story concerns the emotionally fragile Lucy Ashton (Lucia) who is caught in a feud between her own family and that of the Ravenswoods. The setting is the Lammermuir Hills of Scotland (Lammermoor) in the 17th century.

 

 

 

 

 

View all April events at Gusman Center for the Performing Arts:

 

http://gusmancenter.org/events/

 

 

 

 

 

Bayside Marketplace

 

 

 

Live Music at Bayside’s Marina Stage

 

Everyday. Times Vary.

 

 

 

Join us every day of the year for live entertainment at the Bayside Marina stage. Some of Miami’s best local bands play everything from rock ‘n roll, and reggae to salsa and pop music. Please see link below to view the schedule: http://www.baysidemarketplace.com/events/live-music-at-baysides-marina-stage

 

 

 

Bayside’s 25^th Anniversary Celebration

 

April 14, 2012. 11:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

 

 

 

Join us for an all day celebration Fete de Soleil (Celebration under the Sun) featuring Windows of the World with dance, theatre, and music from around the globe! Enjoy special savings, surprise guests, great prizes, and fun for the entire family!

 

 

 

View all April events at Bayside Market Place:

 

http://www.baysidemarketplace.com/events

 

 

 

 

 

History Miami

 

 

 

Wine Down Wednesday

 

April 4, 2012. 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Join us at downtown Miami’s cultural hotspot!  Don’t sit in rush hour traffic when you can be mingling with other professionals and enjoying a glass of wine!  Enjoy free access to our exhibition galleries, relax with live local music, and experience cultural performances and monthly lectures! To RSVP call 305-375-1614 or email: RSVP@historymiami.org.

 

 

 

Hungry for History: Elegant Art Deco Office Lobbies

 

April 9, 2012. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Join guide Michael Pearlman on a walking tour of Miami’s beautiful historic office lobbies, including the 1927 Chicago-style Ingraham Building, and the 1939 Moderne Alfred duPont Building with its brass flamingo elevator doors and other Art Deco embellishments.

 

Advance reservations and payment required.

 

 

 

Hungry For History: Inside Arsht Center

 

April 23, 2012. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Join guide Michael Pearlman as he leads you on the Metromover from HistoryMiami to the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts for a very special behind-the-scenes tour. Pack a lunch and eat in the shade by the Center’s fountain after the tour, if you wish.

 

Capacity: 20. Advance reservations and payment required.

 

 

 

 

 

View all of the April events at History Miami:

 

http://www.historymiami.org/

 

 

 

 

 

Miami Art Museum

 

 

 

MIAMI VINYL: The History of Record-Making in Miami

 

April 5, 2012. 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

 

 

 

This three-part series kicks off with a discussion curated & hosted by Andrew Yeomanson, producer, Miami music historian and DJ LeSpam of Spam Allstars. Panelists: Williw J. Clarke, Jeff Lemlich & Henry Stone. Party to follow led by guest DJ Mr. Brown, spinning the best of 60s-70s soul & funk.

 

 

 

MIAMI VINYL: The History of Record Making in Miami

 

April 19, 2012. 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

 

 

 

The second panel discussion in this three-part series is curated & hosted by Bruno del Granado, CEO of RM Entertainment Group. Panelists: Trevor Flecther, Joe Granda & Jose Tillan. Following the panel discussion, stick around for a party led by guest DJ Induce spinning the best of ’80s & early ’90s Miami bass and funk, & check out “The Record.”

 

 

 

 

 

View all of the April events at the Miami Art Museum.

 

http://www.miamiartmuseum.org/calendar.asp

 

 

 

 

 

Miami Children’s Museum

 

 

 

Zumba for Kids

 

April 7, 2:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Join our Zumba Master Trainer for this 30 minute high energy and motivating Zumba class.  It offers unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba participants to dance away their worries. It is based on the principle that a workout should be “FUN AND EASY TO DO”.

 

 

 

Drumming for Wellness

 

April 14 and 28, 2012.
3:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Jeffrey Deen lets family follow his rhythm each month. Performing on various percussion instruments from around the world. Jeffrey captivates his audience and then invites them to join the fun by handing out a drum to each member.

 

 

 

MiChiMu’s Green Team Earth Day Extravaganza

 

April 22, 2012. 
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Join MiChiMu’s GreenTeam for a spectacular Earth Day Celebration! Find out what it means to be “green”. Through games and crafts learn about clean energy, recycling, and conservation. Discover things you can do at home to protect our planet.

 

 

 

 

 

View all of the April events at the Miami Children’s Museum.

 

http://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/visit/whatshappening.html

 

 

 

Miami Science Museum

 

 

 

Fabulous First Friday

 

March 2. Show times vary.

 

 

 

Join us for an evening of laser lights, stars, and more.

Free Planetarium Star Show (7:30pm) and rooftop observatory viewing 
(8:30pm – 10pm, weather permitting.)

Later in the evening, check out Miami Science Museum’s Famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium. Check out our Activity Room for kids – a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for a few hands-on activities and demonstrations! Kids ages 3 and up. (8:00pm-9:00pm)

 

 

 

Science Eggstravaganza

 

April 8, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Ready for some Eggcellent Eggsperiments and an Eggciting Egg Hunt? Then join us for a day of speggtacular science fun at the Miami Science Museum!

 

 

 

2nd Annual Great Energy Challenge

 

April 21, 2012. 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

 

 

 

Want to be the Green Champion? Grab your friends and join the Miami Science Museum’s Second Annual MiaSci Great Energy Challenge! Teams will compete in events on exhibits throughout the museum, and the winners take home a grand prize!

 

 

 

 

 

View all of the April events at the Miami Science Museum:

 

http://www.miamisci.org/www/events.php