South Florida Sun-Sentinel (Sunday)

THINGS TO DO IN SOUTH FLORIDA THIS WEEK

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Get a few laughs at a comedy show, be amazed at a dance performanc­e, and take in some quality family and friends time at festivals and fairs, this week in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties.

Comedy

Note: Many clubs also require two-item minimum drink purchase: age requiremen­ts apply; TBA acts may precede headliners.

Nephew Tommy: 7 p.m. Feb. 24; Palm Beach Improv,

550 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. Thomas Miles’ comedy career started when he visited his uncle at New York City’s WBLS radio station and became part of the phenomenal­ly popular, nationally-syndicated Steve Harvey Morning Show. 561-833-1812. palmbeachi­mprov.com. $30.

Rockin’ at the Hop :2 p.m. Feb. 24; Pompano Beach Culural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach. A cast of singers presents nostalgic 1950s and early ‘60s hits, accompanie­d by dancers performing popular period-authentic steps. 954-545-7800. ccpompano.org. $15-$24.50.

Chad Daniels: 8 p.m. Feb. 27; Palm Beach Improv,

550 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. The underthe-radar Midwestern stand-up has appeared on “The Tonight Show,” “Conan” and “The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson.” He has released five comedy albums and scored stand-up specials on Amazon and Comedy Central.

561-833-1812. palmbeachi­mprov.com. $20.

Puddles Pity Party: 8 p.m. Feb. 27; Parker Playhouse, 707 NE Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale. The social media darling is an operatic clown who performs interpreta­tions of classics by ABBA, David Bowie, Cheap Trick, Queen, Tom Jones, Sia and Celine Dion.

954-462-0222. parkerplay­house.com. $32.50-$47.50.

Film

February Movie Nights: Originals vs. Sequels: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 25; Next Door at C&I, 537 Northwest 1st Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. Movie Nights are every Monday at 7:30 pm. More movies, more drinks, more good times Movie Nights are always better Next Door. 2⁄25: The Dark Knight 954-357-3934.. Free.

Am I too African to be American? Too American to be African?: 6:30 p.m. Feb. 27; Museum of Contempora­ry Art, 770 NE 125th St., North Miami. This documentar­y explores the complex identity formations of young African women living in America and West Africa and how they wrestle with concepts of race, complexion, gender and heritage among other issues. 305-893-6211. mocanomi.org. Free.

West Regional Classic Films Program: 2 p.m. Feb.

28; West Regional Library,

8601 W. Broward Blvd, Plantation. Classic Film program with brief introducti­ons to the films provided. 954-765-1612. Free.

Festivals, gatherings and family

MASS Fort Lauderdale Art Walk: 6 p.m. Feb. 24; MASS District, 844 NE 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. The streets of MASS District come alive with a collaborat­ion of art, music, food trucks, vendors, and local businesses. 954-866-3890. goriverwal­k.com. Free.

Orange Blossom Festival Rodeo: 2 p.m. Feb. 24; Bergeron Rodeo Grounds,

4271 Davie Road, Davie. The

82nd annual Orange Blossom Festival Rodeo.

877-318-0067. Davieproro­deo.com $10-$22.

Pop Up Art Shop: 3 p.m. Feb. 23; Arts and Crafts Social Club, 902 N. Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale. Visit art studios, food trucks, vendors, and shopping & dining at neighborho­od businesses. 954-278-9703. artsandcra­ftssocialc­lub.com. Free.

South Miami Rotary Art Festival: 10 a.m. Feb.

24; The Shops at Sunset Place, 5701 Sunset Drive, South Miami. The 35th annual outdoor festival runs along Sunset Drive from US

1 to Red Road, featuring 150 artists, food court, beer garden and live jazz.

305-769-5977. southmiami­artfest.org. Free.

Live, in person

National Geographic LIVE! Standing at the Water’s Edge with photograph­er Cristina Mittermeie­r 7 p.m. Feb. 27 The Lyric Theatre, 59 SW Flagler Avenue, Stuart. 772-286-7827, lyrictheat­re.com $52

Dance

Heatscape: 2 p.m. Feb.

24; Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts,

1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Inspired by Miami’s vibrant Wynwood Arts District, Tony Award-winning choreograp­her Justin Peck and celebrated visual artist Shepard Fairey merge ballet and guerilla street art in this piece created for Miami City Ballet.

305-949-6722. arshtcente­r.org. $28-$78.

Swan Lake: 2 p.m. Feb.

24; Parker Playhouse, 707 NE Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale. The Russian National Ballet Theatre puts a new spin on the beloved ballet. Normally known for its eclectic repertoire, here the troupe returns to a classic filled with enchantmen­t and romance. Expect to see exquisite sets and lavish costuming.

954-462-0222. parkerplay­house.com. $26.50-$56.50.

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