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Monday, December 15
Pentatonix at Amerant Bank Arena
No one does the holidays quite like Pentatonix: The Texan a capella group has 12 studio albums under its belt, and more than half of them are Christmas-themed. Despite the familiar territory, the gang manages to tread new ground with its latest release, Christmas in the City, which is inspired by New York City at Christmastime and features instrumentation inspired by Dean Martin’s big band orchestral sound. It also features a collaboration with Jojo and a posthumous appearance by Frank Sinatra. Expect to hear tracks such as “Holly Jolly Christmas” and the single “Bah Humbug” when the group brings the album to the stage in Sunrise. 7 p.m. at Amerant Bank Arena, 1 Panther Pkwy., Sunrise; 954-835-7000; amerantbankarena.com. Tickets cost $52 to $425 via seatgeek.com.
Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round at Savor Cinema
Three years before the March on Washington, a 1960 protest at Glen Echo Amusement Park, located outside Washington, D.C., played a vital role in changing the course of history and activating a generation of civil rights advocates. Black protesters gathered to oppose the segregationist policies at the attraction, and a local community of mostly Jewish white protesters joined in solidarity. The documentary Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round tells this largely unheard story through archival footage and accounts from the people who were there. 6 p.m. at Savor Cinema, 503 SE Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale; 954-525-3456. Admission is free via fliff.com.
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Tuesday, December 16
The Muppets Christmas Carol at Gables Cinema
Brian Henson’s The Muppets Christmas Carol (1992) is one of the most enduring adaptations of Charles Dickens’ novella. Starring Muppet favorites Kermit, Miss Piggy, and Fozzie Bear alongside Michael Caine as Scrooge, the film screens at Gables Cinema Tuesday evening as part of the indie theater’s extensive holiday lineup. Admission is free for members, who are also encouraged to bring baked goods to share during a Member Appreciation Holiday Reception before the film. 7:30 p.m. at Gables Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 786-472-2249. Admission is free for members via gablescinema.com.
Les Misérables at the Broward Center
One of the world’s most popular musicals is headed to South Florida again. Based on Victor Hugo’s epic novel, the Tony Award-winning phenomenon Les Misérables follows the journey of Jean Valjean, an ex-convict who seeks redemption amid struggles with injustice, poverty, and political rebellion. The musical’s soundtrack is just as impactful as the story, with classics including the timeless “I Dreamed a Dream.” 7:30 p.m. at the Broward Center, 201 SE Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 954-462-0222; browardcenter.org. Tickets cost $54 to $243 via ticketmaster.com. Sophia Medina
Wednesday, December 17
Holiday Evening at Vizcaya
Vizcaya first opened as a private residence for businessman James Deering on Christmas Day in 1916. To mark the anniversary, the now-museum is turning the calendar back a century and decorating the Main House as it might’ve looked during the holidays back then. Once you see the garlands and wreaths, stroll through the lit-up gardens, sip hot chocolate, and create your own decorations, such as handcrafted lanterns or mini wreaths. There will also be live music by Vocal Youth Miami, and The Biscayne Poet will type custom poems for personalized keepsakes. 6 p.m. at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, 3251 S. Miami Ave., Coconut Grove; 305-250-9133; vizcaya.org. Tickets cost $17.85 via eventbrite.com.
The Nightmare Before Christmas at Soundscape Park
Tim Burton’s spooky-sweet The Nightmare Before Christmas lights up the exterior of the New World Center Wednesday night as part of the Soundscape Cinema Series. Watch Tim Burton’s spooky-sweet classic under the stars in a cozy setting, and follow Jack Skellington as he stumbles into Christmastown and attempts to give the holiday a scary makeover. 8 p.m. at Soundscape Park, 400 17th St., Miami Beach; 800-597-3331; nws.edu. Admission is free.
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Thursday, December 18
Vizcaya’s AgriCulture Night Workshop
Get creative this holiday season with Vizcaya’s AgriCulture Night Workshop. You’ll watch a live demo on natural dyeing with everyday ingredients like onion skins and avocado pits before stitching your own holiday design into pre-dyed fabric. Artist Stephanie Alvarez of StitchAway Designs keeps things beginner-friendly and hands-on, and all materials are included. 6 p.m. at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, 3251 S. Miami Ave., Coconut Grove; 305-250-9133; vizcaya.org. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.
The Last Nerd Nite Miami at Gramps
Sip a Rosemary’s Baby as you nerd out at Gramps for the last time. Nerd Nite Miami is closing out its 11-year run at the Wynwood venue before it closes for good in early January. So “come through and learn something new” with two special talks: rum expert and Rumcast co-founder John Gulla will guide you through the rich history, science, and global culture of rum, and New Times contributor Liz Tracy will take us down memory lane with “The Story of Gramps,” a look back at the bar’s legacy as Wynwood’s beloved cultural hub. With trivia sprinkled throughout and appearances from the OG hosts, it’ll be one last nerdy hurrah to close out the year. 7 p.m. at Gramps, 176 NW 24th St., Miami; 305-699-2669; gramps.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.
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Friday, December 19
Laser Evening: Holiday Magic
The Frost Planetarium is typically home to high-tech presentations about space or laser shows featuring music by classic artists and today’s musicians. For Laser Evening: Holiday Magic, the science museum’s 67-foot will light up with lasers in the shapes of Christmas trees, ornaments, and other festive symbols set to the tune of seasonal classics. This is a great one for the family. 7 p.m. at the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science, 1101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-434-9600. Tickets cost $12 to $15 via frostscience.org.
