Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
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Miles Archer
Boca Raton, FL7,567 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
The most recent visit by my wife and myself was last night. Riverdance performed. It was great. We loved it. Many people in the audience wore covid masks. Parking was a problem. We parked at a garage across the street, where it cost us $15 to park our car.
Written January 16, 2023
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Kelly V
Charlton, NY308 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
Harry Connick. Jr was amazing, and the only reason I’m giving this venue a 4 instead of a 5 was that exiting the venue was very difficult, long lines waiting inside on the catwalk to the parking garage. It appeared as if it needed more exits. Getting out of the parking lot was also very long. We were not in a rush, so we were not overly concerned, however in comparison to other venues we’ve visited, this by far seemed lengthy. Staff were very friendly and made sure everyone was wearing masks correctly. You were not able to enter without a mask properly worn. The inside was beautiful, we had seats in the balcony, and sound probably would be better below. Lastly, the seats were snug, and we are only 5’7 and 5’9, can’t imagine anyone 6’ or taller with long legs -be comfortable. Maybe as you move up in price the seats have more room like airplanes????
Written January 30, 2022
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Rschagrin
Delray Beach, FL15,362 contributions
Oct 2022
We have been season ticketholders for the Broadway series forever. Fortunately, we have tickets in Row J, sometimes 6 or 8 rows from the stage depending on the performance.
Very good sound system and comfortable seats.
Located in downtown Ft Lauderdale with its own parking garage. Tons of very good restaurants nearby.
Very good sound system and comfortable seats.
Located in downtown Ft Lauderdale with its own parking garage. Tons of very good restaurants nearby.
Written October 26, 2022
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Joan G
Fort Lauderdale, FL5 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
"To Kill a Mockingbird" could easily have been the best performance I have seen in my life. The actors were all AMAZING full of passion and no one missed a beat. We were lucky enough to be sitting in the front row and could see their tears and their angst. I have loved this story forever, but this interpretation beats the book and beats the movie hands down. Richard Thomas just killed it. His energy and his ability to transform was most impressive . I'd say John Boy still has it, and still gives it his all! Thank you to the cast and thank you to Broward Center for bringing this gift to us.
Written April 7, 2023
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Rschagrin
Delray Beach, FL15,362 contributions
Nov 2021
Being subscribers for years, we were thrilled to return to see Broadway plays at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. They have an excellent protocol for all attendees.
The venue is great with a very sound system and comfortable seats.
The venue is great with a very sound system and comfortable seats.
Written November 7, 2021
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Pyramidion
Boca Raton, FL1,331 contributions
Feb 2020
Wonderful new design of the "classic" Opera House. Excellent seating, sight lines and stage. Adjacent parking lot is conveient but pricey for area ($15 per performance). Operas are not amplified and only very strong voices are clearly heard. Frequently the orchestra is drowning out the singers. Fix would be easy.
Written February 2, 2020
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Scott B
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Dec 2022 • Family
The theater is beautiful and well located. The problem was the management’s decision to keep the air temperature extremely cold. We had front row seats and were freezing cold even with sweaters and a sweatshirt. People around us were cold and even the ushers were saying they were cold. Unfortunately, we preferred to leave at intermission instead of continuing to shiver. We have seen a lot of Broadway. This is the coldest we have ever been in any theater ever. The management could save a fortunate on air conditioning instead of selling pins to raise money.
Written December 30, 2022
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Rschagrin
Delray Beach, FL15,362 contributions
May 2022
"Great Venue"
Went to see a musical at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Very good sound system and seats. We have been season subscribers for years.
The only negative is the rest rooms, too small for the size of the theater.
Went to see a musical at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Very good sound system and seats. We have been season subscribers for years.
The only negative is the rest rooms, too small for the size of the theater.
Written June 16, 2022
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Lori F
16 contributions
Jan 2020
There is a wonderful store that does framing as well as sells art by the name of Naked Walls. It is run by Barry Cohen, whose expertise in framing and helpfulness goes unsurpassed. The store itself is like an art gallery, thus it's name 'Naked Wall'. I brought in 5 museum prints from NYC and had them all framed here. I highly recommend. They are located in the Publix shopping center at 7431-57 West Atlantic Avenue.
Written January 23, 2020
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Savannah Birthday Road Trip
Murrells Inlet, SC28 contributions
Feb 2020
What a wonderful concert with Ambrosia, John Ford Coley, Peter from Player, and the last performer slips my mind, but it was an awesome concert. Hearing the songs that I've listened to for many years, and being in such an awesome Performing Arts building. The Performing Arts Center was a fabulous place and the music sounded great! It was a pleasure to be able to see these bands perform in person. I wouldn't have missed it for anything! What a great night!
Written February 27, 2020
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jennifer160795
Philadelphia, PA17 contributions
My seats are in the back center balcony. They were a gift. Will it be ok ??
Bowlerx_424
West Chester, PA643 contributions
agree with others. The stage appears somewhat small from there but you will have clear view and good acoustics. Bring opera glasses if you want to see more details.
slaterson
North Palm Beach, FL1 contribution
Hi,
I'm wondering about the typical/appropriate dress for an opera showing here. I'm attending La Boheme tonight with my girlfriend. She is used to going to the opera in New York, but has never been to the Broward Center, and nor have I. She says that she would typically wear a long gown in New York, but isn't sure if this would be appropriate or typical at this venue.
I greatly appreciate any feedback.
Thanks for your help!
Tim
Phyllis M
Boca Raton, FL66 contributions
It is not as formal as the New York opera scene but elegantly semi formal would be appropriate as men usually wear suits (older gents may wear a tux), Ladies will be glamorous regardless what they wear. Enjoy!
What is playing?
frltravelclub
Miami, FL97 contributions
The very top Musical right now is Wicked. You can visit the Website broward.centerfortlauderdale event calendar goes through 2019.
chmichaels14
Chicago, IL3 contributions
Restaurants near by?
mosh1871
Pembroke Pines, FL128 contributions
yes- multiple
VBSam
Bonita Springs, FL240 contributions
Anyone know of hotels within walking distance or a very short drive of the Broward Center? Thank you!
RaqVentures
Sacramento, CA235 contributions
Depending on your financing, the Riverside hotel is probably the nicest walkable hotel. I believe there's also a nearby Travel Lodge, or you can check AirBnB.
Eloisa R
West Palm Beach, FL4 contributions
I would like to know which seats have the best view? I live in WPB & I am not too familiar with this venue's seating chart.
TravelMaven613
Deerfield Beach, FL155 contributions
All seats are great, but I don't think the seats on the side balconies require a bit of stretching the neck!
Nadine G
53 contributions
Hi there, anyone would like to tell me what are better seats in the Au-Rene theater, the
Zone A (BCPA) Orchestra Box B (seats B5,B7) or
Center Orchestra Zone A-1, seats M-109, M-110?
I appreciate your recommendation.Thank you.
Doug F
Middletown, NY661 contributions
We have sat in the orchestra box seats a few times but we prefer the main seating area. If the seats you are describing are the loge box seats on the sides of the theater then I would recommend against any of the seats in the loge boxes and stay in the main seating areas on the floor and the tiers. No matter what seat is selected in the loge boxes, there is a blind spot for the stage. All other seats in the theater are great. The sight lines are excellent. We usually sit in the main area because of this.
dsears3
Boca Raton FL482 contributions
Any locals know if the Broadway Series is doing the 'lottery' this season? They just removed the phone number for the Box Office (actual human beings who work at the theater) in lieu of the anonymous off site Ticket Master Call Center, so no one to ask anymore.
387indy
Coral Springs, FL4,762 contributions
I don't think they are offering... this year. Try calling Sun Sentinal office, and ask for entertainment. They are up to date.
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