Christine DiMattei
WLRN
Florida, United States
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Daniel Lewis Dance Sampler returns to Miami - and takes its magic to Florida's hurricane-stricken west coast too
In addition to performances at its usual venue at the New World School of the Arts, the featured companies will perform at Artis-Naples. The Naples venue will offer free tickets to people affected by Hurricane Ian. → Read More
Hurricane Ian leaves heavy damage in its wake in Cuba — and some political controversy
The storm hit western Cuba but took down the island's entire power grid — and raised criticisms of the communist regime's preparedness effort. "Apocalyptic" damage to the most important tobacco-growing region could be a blow to the island's economy. → Read More
In Coral Gables, two historic churches become an arts 'Sanctuary'
The founders of the new Sanctuary of the Arts envision it as a 'go-to' place for performances and training. → Read More
Miami City Ballet to continue its pandemic-era 'pop-up' shows
With its "To Florida, With Love" series of free, short performances, Miami City Ballet aims to celebrate South Florida's diversity. → Read More
South Florida Mom Writes Children's Book To Take The Fear Out of COVID Mask Wearing
Shannon McDonald's own kids were the inspiration for her book, "Remember To Smile." → Read More
2020's Miami Book Fair To Go Totally Online Due To Pandemic
Miami Book Fair's 2020 edition will still be back this month. But COVID-19 has taken the fair off the streets and put it on the web. → Read More
Under Strict COVID-19 Rules, Music Acts Livestream From North Beach Bandshell
Rapid COVID-19 testing for performers and stagehands are among the safety measures at the popular Miami Beach venue. → Read More
During COVID-19 Shutdown, Gablestage Launches Online Season Of Cutting-Edge Theater
Despite the pandemic, and the recent loss of Producing Artistic Director Joseph Adler, Gablestage remains determined to bring its brand of thought-provoking theater to audiences. → Read More
Palm Beach Dramaworks Hosts Virtual Play Readings During COVID-19 Shutdowns
Think about the last time you saw a Broadway blockbuster in a theater. Chances are that musical or play began its life as a reading. → Read More
Via Facebook, Miami City Ballet Salutes America's Frontline COVID-19 Workers
The rehearsals were a true illustration of the COVID-19-inspired motto "Alone Together." Through Zoom videoconferencing, two Miami City Ballet dancers and → Read More
South Florida Artists Haven't Slowed Down Their Work. Are You One Of Them?
The coronavirus pandemic may haved forced arts venues to shut down, but that doesn't mean South Florida artists have slowed down. We've found that many are → Read More
Flu Season Is At Its Peak. Here's What You Need To Know.
Global health organizations have put themselves on high alert over the coronavirus , a deadly illness that originated in China, and has made it's way to → Read More
Why This Retired Musician Gave His Violin To A Young Stranger, No Strings Attached
When Merlin Oehrke walked into that diner last summer, he couldn't have guessed that his lunch would come with a side order of answered prayers. → Read More
Nicklaus Children's Hospital Recently Laid Off 135 Workers. So Why Is It Opening A New Hospital?
The only stand-alone children’s hospital in Miami-Dade — also one of the county’s top private employers — recently laid off 135 employees. That represents → Read More
A Case Of Measles In Broward: What You Need To Know About Vaccines And Prevention
As five U.S. states deal with outbreaks of measles, a case was reported recently in Broward County. While one individual case does not mean an outbreak, → Read More
Barbie Just Turned 60! A South Florida Art Gallery Throws Her An Eclectic Birthday Bash
An American icon just turned 60 years old. On March 9, 1959, the first Barbie doll went on display at the American International Toy Fair in New York City. → Read More
The Superbowl Is Coming To Miami In 2020. Sex Traffickers Are Sure To Follow
Miami-Dade County is getting ready to host next year’s Super Bowl. And with the Super Bowl and other huge sports events, come concerns about an uptick in → Read More
Amazon, Shmamazon. Study Finds South Florida Can Build Its Own Mega-Corporations
It's been over two months since South Florida found out it was no longer in the running to house Amazon's second headquarters. In the end, the → Read More
Will The Government Shutdown Have An Effect On Hurricane Forecasts?
Although the Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1 st , the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the National Weather Service (NWS) → Read More
MSD Commission Report Calls For Arming Teachers But Few Mentions Of Mental Health
Code Reds, hard corners, and arming teachers are some of the recommendations made by the state commission investigating the shooting at Marjory Stoneman → Read More