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The Best Things to Do in Miami This Week

Les Misérables, Selena Night, NightLab, and more can't-miss events in Miami this week.
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The Great Gatsby screens at Rooftop Cinema Club Monday. Rooftop Cinema Club photo
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Monday, July 14

The Great Gatsby at Rooftop Cinema Club

Enter the glamorous and decadent world of the Roaring '20s with a Rooftop Cinema Club screening of the 2013 film adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in their most extravagant era attire and watch Nick Carraway step into the lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, Jay Gatsby. Miami Beach's picturesque city views are the ideal backdrop for this luxurious film filled with scandal, love, glamour, and hubris. 8 p.m. at Rooftop Cinema Club, 1212 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach. Tickets cost $22 to $28 via rooftopcinemaclub.com.

Tuesday, July 15

Les Misérables at Coral Gables Art Cinema

Catch a free screening of the musical epic Les Misérables at Coral Gables Art Cinema, presented as part of the theater's membership program. Based on Victor Hugo's classic novel, the film follows ex-convict Jean Valjean (Hugh Jackman) as he tries to outrun his past amid the backdrop of revolutionary France. The powerful vocals, dramatic storytelling, and unforgettable score make this a must-see for lovers of theater and cinema alike. 7:30 p.m. at Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 786-472-2249; gablescinema.com.
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Frost Science's Just for Me programming is designed for individuals with sensory or accessibility needs.
Photo by World Red Eye/Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Wednesday, July 16

Just for Me: Coastal Explorers at Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Just for Me: Coastal Explorers creates a relaxed and inclusive way for families and individuals with sensory or accessibility needs to learn about coastal science at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science. With adjusted lighting and sound, these sessions provide a calm environment where participants can build their own habitats using sand and other hands-on materials to learn how natural and human forces shape coastal ecosystems. It's a thoughtful experience designed to let you learn at your own pace in a fun setting. 4 p.m. at Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, 1101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-434-9600. Admission is free with museum entrance via frostscience.org.

Selena Night at Cancun Grill Doral

Bust out your bedazzled bustiers and hoop earrings for a tribute night dedicated to the Queen of Tejano herself, Selena Quintanilla. You'll get a chance to paint your own canvas as you sing along to classics like "Amor Prohibido," "Como La Flor," and "Dreaming of You." Tickets include canvas, art materials, one drink, and glitter make-up, all provided by Pinta y Canta. 7 p.m. at Cancun Grill Doral, 7835 NW 107th Ave., Bldg. 3, Unit 1, Doral; 305-307-7003; cancungrillmia.com. Tickets cost $42 via eventbrite.com.

Thursday, July 17

NightLab: Beyond the Algorithm at Frost Science

Techies, plug in and power up with NightLab: Beyond the Algorithm. This adults-only event invites guests to experience Frost Science's latest exhibition, "AI: More Than Human." Plus, attendees will enjoy a special multimedia production inside the Frost Planetarium, presented by Miami's MyFi Studio. Get hands-on with interactive STEM activities, explore the museum after hours, engage with community partners and fellow attendees, and enjoy food and drinks. 7 p.m. at the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science, 1101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-434-9600. Tickets cost $29.95 via frostscience.org.
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Get your heart rate up at PAMM Thursday evening.
Photo by Daniel Azoulay Photography
Thursdays at PAMM

Break a sweat with Thursdays at PAMM: Summer Sweat Series' BPM Power workout. For 45 minutes, you'll use resistance and mini bands to get your heart rate up against the backdrop of PAMM's waterfront terrace. The experience is open to athletes of all levels. Get there early to get hyped with a pre-workout DJ set. 5 p.m. at the Pérez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-375-3000. Admission is free with RSVP via pamm.org.

Friday, July 18

Brian Murphy at the Betsy Hotel

Arranger, conductor, producer, and pianist Brian Murphy has worked alongside musical heavyweights including Wynton Marsalis, Diana Krall, Arturo Sandoval, Albert Collins, and many others. As a founder of Miami Jazz Cooperative, he's also a driving force in South Florida's jazz scene. Unwind with a live set by this virtuoso as part of the Jazz at the Betsy series Friday night. 6 p.m. at the Betsy Hotel, 1440 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach; 844-539-2840; thebetsyhotel.com. Open the public.