South Florida provides a plethora of opportunities to experience the performing arts, with Boca Raton representing a very small portion of these. But even in Boca alone you can see some excellent theater, hear live music, or take in a ballet.
To find out about upcoming events you can call the Palm Beach County Cultural Council information line at 800 882-ARTS: during their business hours someone can give you details on current events/performances, while after hours there is a recorded message outlining events of the week. Also check the Boca News or the Sun-Sentinel for events listings.
Some ideas inclue:
The Boca Ballet Theatre - this can be an especially excellent and entertaining night out. Boca Ballet presents four major productions each season: The Nutcracker, a full-length story ballet, and two repertory performances. They are a civic company, meaning that they do not have permanent professional dancers, but rather they hire professionals to perform principal and solo roles. This does not mean that it is not worth going to see the Boca Ballet -- on the contrary, they hire extraordinary professionals, and there is a respect for dance and feeling of fun and enjoyment embedded in the Theatre. If you enjoy ballet, or even theater in general, then you will almost definitely find a night with Boca Ballet to be well worth your while (and not too expensive, to boot!).
Boca Ballet Theatre
7630 NW 6th Avenue
Boca Raton, FL 33487
For Tickets and Information
Call (561) 995-0709, Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Caldwell Theatre Company - for the best theater in town. Caldwell has a wide repertoire from well-known dramas, comedies, classics, and off-broadway hits to new works. Tickets range from about $29-$38, but if you are a student get there at least an hour in advance to enjoy $5 student rush fares.
Caldwell Theatre Company
P. O. Box 277
Boca Raton, Florida 33487
561/241-7432
The Florida Symphonic Pops of Boca Raton - a 70-piece professional orchestra that has been performing jazz, rock, swing, big band, and classical music in the area for nearly 50 years. They have long been an entertaining group for all ages and tastes. Call 561/393-7677 for a schedule.
Finally, below are a few other places to go to see the performing arts in Boca Raton.
Century Village Theatres
19296 Lyons Road, Boca Raton, Florida 33434
407/451-1227; Fax: 407/451-1218
Royal Palm Dinner Theatre
315 S.e. Mizner Blvd.
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
800/841-6765
Florida Atlantic University Theatre
777 Glades Rd.
Boca Raton, Florida 33431
561/367-3810