Thursday, March 27
Starting today is the 9 day festival of Miami Beach Pride which features events for everyone all leading up to the 2 day beach festival on Saturday and Sunday April 5 and 6, with the parade on the 6th at noon. For more information, see the 4 page feature in this issue or go to Miamibeachpride.com.
Friday, March 28
The Seminole Hardrock Hotel and Casino Hollywood presents Iliza: The Get Ready Tour at 8pm. Iliza is one of today’s premiere stand-up comedians, with a fan base who show their loyalty by creating their Iliza-inspired swag to wear to her shows. The comedian has released six Netflix specials including her most recent 2022’s “Hot Forever.” Her other Netflix specials include “Unveiled,” “War Paint,” “Freezing Hot,” “Confirmed Kills,” and “Elder Millennial. Tickets starting at $65 at https://casino.hardrock.com/.
The Sunshine Cathedral Center for the Performing Arts presents Lea Delaria: Out Rage at 8pm. With a multi-faceted career as a comedian, actor and jazz musician that began in San Francisco’s Mission District in 1982, Lea DeLaria holds the distinction of being the first openly gay comic on television in America, and earned a place in our hearts from her three-time SAG Award Winning role as Carrie “Big Boo” Black in the hit Netflix series Orange is the New Black. Now, the acclaimed jazz vocalist, Emmy Winner, and author of the infamous U-Haul joke takes aim at WTF is happening in the world today, bringing her Sicilian rage, sharp tongue, and musical prowess to the Chan National Queer Arts Center. In other words, it will be an unforgettable evening of song and dance. For tickets go to https://events.sunshinecathedral.org/.
Saturday, March 29
Today and tomorrow is the annual Palm Beach Pride at Bryant Park, with he parade tomorrow at 11am. For more information or to purchase your tickets, go to Compasslgbtq.com/palmbeachpride.
Latinos Salud present their annual gala from 6 to 10:30pm at the Riverview Ballroom at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are $175 and VIP tickets are $225 at www.gala.lsalud.org. The VIP Cocktail hour starts at 5:30pm with the main evet starting at 6pm and featuring plated dinner, live music, inspiring performances, and an open bar.
The Sunshine Cathedral Center for the Performing Arts presents Miss Richfield 1981 – “PHONY BALONEY” at 8pm. Miss Richfield reminds you that she is genuine, but many things around her are not! So, in her new show, “Phony Baloney”, Miss R explores how to navigate all things artificial including intelligence, flowers, and mayonnaise. With all new songs and videos, and a healthy heap of audience interaction, the show will leave you appreciating the artificial while keeping a foothold in reality! For more info or to purchase tickets, go to: https://events.sunshinecathedral.org/.
Get ready to paw-ty and strut your stuff down iconic Ocean Drive with your fur-iends at Miami Beach’s first-ever Promenade Pet Parade from 10am to 2pm. Hosted by Miami Beach resident Wayne Ferguson, the voice of the NBC Dog Show, this pawsome event will be packed with fur-bulous activities, including a Talent & Trick Contest, a Most Unique Pet Competition, and a Pet & Owner Costume Contest. The celebration also features a Miami Beach Police K9 Unit demonstration, free pet vaccinations, vet consultations and a mobile pet adoption van. The parade kicks off at Lummus Park and 14th Place, right across from The Betsy Hotel, one of the most pet-friendly hotels in the country.
From today until April 13, the Slow Burn Theatre presents Something Rotten!
Set in 1595, this hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom, two brothers who are desperate to write a hit play. When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first Musical! For more information or to purchase tickets, go to browardcenter.org/
Monday, March 31
Arianna’s Center, Transinclusive Group, Transocial and The Mckenzie Project presents Trans Day of Visibility at the Pride Center at Equality Park from 6:30 to 8:30pm with the food sponsored by Sunserve. This event is hosted by Hotspots Happening Out’s own FayWhat, host of the FayWhat?! Show with performances by Kimberly Venom, America Damore and Nicole T Phillips with panelists Brayland Brown, Arianna Liny, Stardust Adita, and Miss Mei.
Tuesday, April 1
Mingle and network with members of the Greater Miami LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce, guests, and the community at large from 6 to 9pm at the Mondrian South Beach. A portion of the proceeds will once again benefit Miami Beach Gay Pride…this is an annual sanctioned event for Miami Beach Pride. Food, complimentary Tito’s cocktails, cash bar, music and amazing member-only raffle prizes. Music by Event Party Productions. Admission: Members – $10; Non-Members – $25. $25 for all at the door (cash only).
Thursday, April 3
The Seminole Hardrock Hotel and Casino Hollywood presents Sebastian Maniscalco tonight Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Sebastian Maniscalco is the undisputed king of physical comedy, hailed by The New York Times as the “hottest comic in America.” He has been performing for more than two decades, amassing a huge loyal fanbase and as Pollstar has noted, “he’s been a voice in the vanguard of a live comedy revolution.” He has also starred in six comedy specials for networks such as Netflix, Showtime and Comedy Central. To purchase tickets, go to https://casino.hardrock.com/.
Island City Stage presents the South Florida premiere of the Pulitzer Prize winning play by James IJames, “Fat Ham” from today through May 4. To purchase tickets for to IslandCitystage.org. This play will also be featured at Gablestage from May 16 through June 15. This was all made possible with eh generous support of the Warten Foundation.
Tonight is the monthly Pride Skate, with this month’s themes “Easter.” w Pride Skate is a benefit for Stonewall Pride and takes place at Xtreme Action Park from 7-10pm on the first Thursday of every month and stars DJ T-Pro with performances by Velvet Lenore and Rianna Petrone. Buy your tickets online at Xtremeactionpark.com or purchase them at the door.
Friday, April 4
Palm Beach Improv & Kravis Center Present Michael Yo at 8pm. A two-time Emmy nominee fresh off his third comedy special “Snack Daddy”, Michael Yo is a comedian, actor and host keeping busy on all of Hollywood’s platforms. Michael is a proud father and loving husband with a bottomless pool of material about his family. In stand up, Michael came up under the wings of Chelsea Handler and Jo Koy and now headlines all over the country. For more information or to purchase tickets go to Kravis.org.
Saturday, April 5
The Miami Improv presents Melissa Villaseñor today (2 shows 7pm and 9:30pm) and tomorrow, Sunday, April 6 at 6pm. Melissa Villasenor broke barriers by becoming the first-ever Lana cast member of Saturday Night Live. A comedic impressions expert, she got her start as a semifinalist on America’s Got Talent. Some of Melissa’s most memorable SNL impressions include Owen Wilson, Lady Gaga, and Dolly Parton. Some of Melissa’s acknowledgements include Forbes 30 Under 30, Rolling Stone’s 50 Funniest People Right Now, and CNN’s Women in Comedy. To purchase tickets which are $25 and $35, go to Daniaimprov.com.
The Ramrod presents their monthly Pig Dance from 10pm to 3am with this months guest DJ Curtis Atchinson.
Pub on the Drive presents Helena Handbaskeet tonight at 8pm and tomorrow Sunday, April 6 for brunch at 2pm.
Arts United Gallery (2401 N. Dixie Highway) presents their opening reception for Nature’s Own, A Juried exhibition celebrating the beauty, power and diversity of the natural world. The reception is from 7 to 10pm, with the awards at 8:30pm.
Sunday, April 6
Twist presents their annual Beachball T Dance in honor of Miami Pride with DJ Cezr at 6pm and DJ Bill Hallquist all night long. They are open from noon to 5am and they suggest you come early to avoid the line.
The Pride Center presents the Rainbow 5k run at Charnow Park (300 Connecticut St, Hollywood) starting at 7:30am. This is a family friendly event, and for more info go to Pridecenterflorida.org.
Georgie’s Alibi Monkey Bar presents “Transtasy” hosted by Ariesela and Kat Wilderness at 8:30pm. This event happens the first Sunday of every month.
Tuesday, April 8
From today through Sunday, April 20, Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents MJ. He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to you as MJ, the multi–Tony Award-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Created by Tony Award winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. For tickets, go to Browardcenter.org.
The West End Lounge will be celebrating its one-year anniversary today, which is the actual date they opened. While the celebration is all day, the main event will be from 3 – 8pm, where they will be showcasing a few of the performers who have become fan favorites at the lounge. Here’s the entertainment lineup: From 3-5pm they feature Beau Cornelius, their Sunday weekly pianist will get folks in the mood with his pop/jazz tunes. From 5-6pmone of Fort Lauderdale’s favorite Piano Man, Alexander Zenoz, takes the stage to sing pop and rock songs. Finally, from 6-8pm their resident DJ Adriane Rose will take folks into the night with her smooth South Florida lounge/house vibes. They will be offering light food. We here at Hotspots wish the entire West End team a very happy anniversary and many more years of success.
Hot Stuff
Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale, the 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization charged with advocating for and overseeing the development of the Riverwalk Linear Park and Riverwalk District in downtown Fort Lauderdale, proudly announces that Fort Lauderdale’s iconic Riverwalk has been nominated in the “Best Riverwalk” category for the 2025 USA Today 10 Best Readers Choice Awards! This nomination is a reflection of the long dedication of the citizens of Fort Lauderdale to building the Riverwalk throughout downtown Fort Lauderdale, and how it reflects the unique character and quality of life Fort Lauderdale embodies. Home to theaters, museums, shops, commercial buildings, residences and a thriving culinary and after-hours scene, Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale allows it’s urban dwelling residents, businesses and visitors alike to enjoy a peaceful abode in the center of a growing downtown metropolis. You can vote for Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale at GoRiverwalk.com/10best through April 7. More information may be available at GoRiverwalk.com/10Best-RWFTL.
