Few things short of a house fire will drag hard-core gamers from the couch. But Video Games Live, a concert event hosted by the gaming industry, might be one of them. Video Games Live is created, produced, and hosted by Tommy Tallarico, a videogame music icon. In the show, top…
Despite Miami’s rapidly evolving art scene, most Miami locals can’t afford to buy any of the abundant work on display. Knights Arts Challenge finalist Amanda Keeley says artist books are the best way to clear that hurdle. Keeley’s project, EXILE Books, is a traveling pop-up store installation dedicated to selling,…
Much of the American perspective regarding Cuba remains dated, rooted in the same political milestones taught in high school history classes. Words like “restriction,” “trade,” and “government” often dominate the dialogue despite the changes taking hold of the island. Author Julia Cooke hopes to shift the conversation, from Cuba’s politics…
O, Miami is no stranger to the Knights Arts Challenge. In 2011, the non-profit organization was awarded funding to bring a month-long poetry festival to the Greater Miami area, and used unusual methods to ensure people encountered prose every day in April, from odes on public buses to artist Agustina…
Most Miamians are familiar with Barton G. Weiss, the former professional ice skater, costume designer, and professional caterer who opened his first restaurant, Barton G. The Restaurant, in 2002 on South Beach. The combination of jaw-dropping visuals with fine dining blew minds and wallets wide open. It also led to…
Sunday concluded the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival, a playground for wannabe pirates, booze-hungry businessmen, and diehard rum enthusiasts to geek out together in drunk bliss. But looking beyond the flashy booths and Tiki merch, I found distilleries with fascinating origins that can get lost amid all the shots and swag…
Art, food, and mingling are a few of Miami’s favorite things. It’s no wonder there’s a constant flow of gallery events ready to feed hungry mouths and egos, one artist showing at a time. But something’s missing, and that something is consideration of what artwork can do outside of white…
Miami is full of toned physiques and fit figures, but it’s that time of year for another body type to shine. This Saturday, the annual Miami Auto Fest gathers the auto world’s best, from classics and hot rods to lowriders and street customs. The auto supershow also features trucks, bikes,…
Thank the gods for people like Josh Frank. Blue Starlite drive-in owner is one of those creative types constantly making cool shit for us schlubby consumers to sit back and enjoy. Writer, director, and producer, Frank is the author of Fool the World: The Oral History of a Band Called…
Sometimes, it ain’t easy being sexy. In October, organizers from the first-ever adult-themed mud run announced it would switch locations from central Florida to Virginia Key. Now, the event is tweaking its brand in an effort to foster connections with more companies, according to founder and organizer Kelly Perez. “Because…
There are a few routes you could take to celebrate Easter. You could, for instance, take the introvert highway and gorge on your chocolate stash while Jesus of Nazareth plays on repeat. However, if you want to get out of the house and take in springtime, Miami has several fun…
Maybe you take the Cupid Shuffle a bit too seriously. Maybe every Gloria Estefan song makes you completely freak out. If you’re addicted to dance, April is your time to bust it out and celebrate all things movement. Artistry in Rhythm (AIR): Engaging the Community is a conference that brings…
As any local knows, Miami isn’t only beaches, nice cars, and bad fashion choices. This city has a rich cultural background that begs to be explored. The fourth-annual Taste of Historic Downtown offers a walking architectural tour of downtown Miami’s most unique sites, with complimentary cocktails and fun along the…
There’s still time to get tickets to this evening’s 38th annual Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s celebration of the community’s theatrical excellence. The ceremony will feature a multimedia tribute to the best plays of the season, a live band led by musical director Caryl Fantel, and musical performances by cast members…
With all the festival madness of late; traffic, life, and just getting from point A to B is more taxing than usual. Some locals, however, think we should focus on helping others in trying times instead of dissolving into fits of road rage and grumpiness. One such radical is Miami…
Calling all cycling enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just taking off the training wheels, Everglades Bicycle Club welcomes you to one of its most popular events, the Mazzotti Snowbird Century, which honors the late Roland Mazzotti. The ride provides options for different skill levels. Experienced road cyclists can…
Each year, the Carbonell Awards celebrate the best and brightest of South Florida’s theater industry. Though the awards recognize performances, productions, and works that moved audiences during the 2013-14 season, perhaps theaters’ greatest feat was focusing our Netflix-glazed gazes on something other than a screen for an hour. Along with…
Many of us can’t muster the will to exercise without the incentive of a reward. Thankfully, the Gables Bike Tour provides sunshine, fresh air, and tasty barbecue to motivate participants for its 12-mile ride this Sunday. Bikers who sign up will pedal from the Coral Gables Museum (285 Aragon Ave.,…
There’s more to the Everglades than monstrous bugs, swampy terrain, and toothy alligators. Opening Saturday, March 8, Locust Projects presents new works by Miami-based artists Christy Gast and Felice Grodin, whose study of landscapes and spaces yield intricately-fashioned installations. Gast’s exhibit, “Inholdings,” contains two works: A full-scale textile replica of…
Most TV-addicted Americans know B.J. Novak by one name: Ryan Howard, the desperate-for-success douchebag on NBC’s The Office. Novak’s character spent most episodes pursuing Kelly Kapoor and being sexually harassed by Michael Scott, but behind the scenes, Novak was a frequent writer and director for the series. Now post-Office, Novak…
It’s time for another Downtown Walking Tour, where all of you undiscovered artists and amateur photogs can handle expensive equipment and toss back mimosas. Hosted by Leica Store Miami and the Coral Gables Museum, the tour invites the first 12 participants to use Leica compact cameras to snap shots of…
Celebrity sightings were abound this weekend — at least on paper. As you strolled Wynwood or shopped Midtown, you may have seen the likes of Zoe Saldana, Amy Adams, and Kate Hudson staring at you from posters recently plastered on the walls. The tagline “Stay Small, My Friends” graced the…
