Kravis Announces Award-Winning Lineup

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(PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – December 14, 2022) The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts proudly announces a multi-award-winning lineup of Broadway blockbusters, the biggest names in comedy, original musicals, world-class classical performers and more, throughout the month of December. Upcoming productions include: 

Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert  
January 1 at 8 p.m. (Sunday) 
This holiday season, the spirited romance of operetta, the glamour of ballroom dance, and the delicate beauty of ballet will waltz you into a triumphant New Year. Inspired by Vienna's beloved Neujahrskonzert, this charming celebration showcases acclaimed European singers and dancers, as well as a full symphony orchestra, for a rich cultural experience that will start your year on a joyous note. 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $35 
Presented by Kravis Center & Atilla Glatz Concert Productions 
Sponsored by Margaretta Taylor 

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HADESTOWN 
(Kravis On Broadway) 
January 3 - 8 
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday at 8 p.m.  
Wednesday, Saturday at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. 
Sunday at 2pm 
Come See How the World Could Be. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go. 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $42 
Kravis On Broadway sponsored by Sherry and Ken Endelson and Elaine and Larry Rothenberg 
 
African American Film Festival 
A Raisin in The Sun  
Moderated by Dr. TreaAndrea Russworm 
(ArtSmart) 
January 12 at 6:30 p.m. (Thursday)
This lauded drama follows the Youngers, an African American family living together in an apartment in Chicago. Following the death of their patriarch, they try to determine what to do with the substantial insurance payment. Starring Sidney Poitier and Claudia McNeil.
RINKER PLAYHOUSE 
Tickets $12 
 
David Feherty: Live Off Tour!  
January 12 at 7:30 p.m. (Thursday) 
With a sharp wit and irreverent style, the professional golfer turned golf analyst, talk show host and sports broadcaster has made a name for himself as one of the most hilarious and irrepressible personalities in golf. Join him for an evening of zaniness and madcap storytelling. 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $49 
VIP packages are $189.00 
With support from WPEC CBS 12 
 
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra  
Kazem Abdullah, conductor  
Tom Borrow, piano  
(Regional Arts Classical Concert Series)  
January 13 at 8 p.m. (Friday) 
Fifty years since its founding by the legendary Music Director, Robert Shaw, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra continues to affirm its position as one of America’s leading orchestras. American conductor Kazem Abdullah has developed relationships with national and international orchestras and has established his reputation as a passionate advocate of new music. Israeli pianist Tom Borrow is one of the fastest-rising young musicians of his generation, named ‘One to Watch’ by both Gramophone and International Piano. 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $35 
Regional Arts Classical Concert Series sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis with support from WLRN 
 
Fela! The Concert  
(PEAK)  
January 14 at 8 p.m. (Saturday) 
Set against a soaring canvas of projected images, FELA! THE CONCERT features a live Afrobeat band with singers and dancers, and members of the original Broadway cast from the highly acclaimed Tony Award-winning production FELA! 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $15 
This PEAK performance is made possible by a grant from the MLDauray Arts Initiative in honor of Leonard and Sophie Davis. 
Sponsored by The Related Group 
 
Judith Hill  
January 15 at 6 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. (Sunday) 
Known for her powerhouse vocals, singer-songwriter JUDITH HILL has performed at some of the biggest venues in the world. At 25, she joined Michael Jackson on stage and at 29, gained a world of devotees on season four of The Voice. Fans will recognize her from the documentary 20 Feet from Stardom, which won her a Grammy Award for Best Music Film. Be here for an unforgettable evening of music as she performs hits from her critically acclaimed album, Baby, I'm Hollywood! 
RINKER PLAYHOUSE 
Tickets start at $39 
 
Air Supply
January 15 at 7:30 p.m. (Sunday)
The trademark sound of Russell Hitchcock’s soaring tenor voice and Graham Russell’s simple yet majestic songs create a unique sound that will forever be known as Air Supply. With their heavily orchestrated, sweet ballads, the Australian group became a staple of early-’80s radio. They had a succession of hits worldwide, including eight top-five hits on the US Billboard Hot 100, Lost in Love, All Out of Love, Every Woman in the World, The One That You Love (number one), Here I Am, Sweet Dreams, Even the Nights Are Better and Making Love Out of Nothing at All. 
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $39 
Sponsored by Amy and Ron Kochman / Kochman & Ziska  
 
Vision Duo 
Ariel Horowitz, violin  
Britton-René Collins, percussion  
(Young Artists Classical Series)  
January 16 at 7:30 p.m. (Monday) 
Vision Duo, comprised of young dynamos Britton-René Collins and Ariel Horowitz, presents the unique Genre-fication, an exploration of musical genres and sonic possibilities for violin and percussion. They both are recipients of the 2020 Concert Artist Guild Competition’s Ambassador Prize. 
RINKER PLAYHOUSE 
Tickets start at $35 
Series with support from Hermine J. Drezner and Harriett M. Eckstein
South Florida Recital Debuts are made possible with support from Raymond and Bessie Kravis Foundation and WLRN 
 
Aquila Theatre Company 
Julius Caesar 
January 20-21  
Friday at 7:30 p.m.  
Saturday at 1:30 p.m. 
Beware the Ides of March… In this striking new production, Shakespeare's tense political thriller comes to life with complex characters and powerful contemporary parallels. Artistic director Desiree Sanchez brings her signature visual style to the fall and rise of Rome’s ruling class and takes us on a journey into a world of conspiracy and betrayal. 
RINKER PLAYHOUSE 
Tickets start at $45 
Sponsored by Donald and Linda Silpe 
 
Aquila Theatre Company 
Pride and Prejudice  
January 22 at 1:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. (Sunday)
Aquila Theatre brings Jane Austen’s ultimate romantic comedy to life with its signature passion, energy, and visual flair. Filled with unforgettable characters, including Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, this sharp social satire has it all; wit, love and lots of dancing! 
RINKER PLAYHOUSE 
Tickets start at $45 
 
The Cleveland Orchestra  
Franz Welser-Möst, Music Director  
(Regional Arts Classical Concert Series)  
January 23 at 8 p.m. (Monday) 
The Cleveland Orchestra under Music Director Franz Welser-Möst was recently called “virtually flawless” by the New York Times. Hailed as one of the very best orchestras on the planet, noted for its musical excellence and for its devotion and service to the community it calls home. The Cleveland Orchestra recently celebrated its twentieth year under the direction of Franz Welser-Möst, one of today's most acclaimed musical leaders. 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $35 
Regional Arts Classical Concert Series sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis 
Concert Sponsored by Jane and John Shalam, Voxx International Corporation with support from WLRN 
 
The World of Musicals  
(Adults at Leisure Series) 
January 24 at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. (Tuesday) 
The World of Musicals is a fantastic journey through the great world of musicals featuring beautiful and emotional ballads from Evita, Les Misérables, and Phantom of the Opera, along with up-beat favorites from Dirty Dancing, Rock of Ages and more! 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets $39 
 
Chris Botti  
January 25 at 8 p.m. (Wednesday) 
Grammy Award-winning trumpeter and composer Chris Botti has amassed numerous honors and is the largest selling instrumental artist in the United States. His mesmerizing performances with an array of legends have cemented his place as one of the most brilliant and inspiring forces of the contemporary music scene. 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $29 
Sponsored by Sunny Sessa in loving memory of Leonardo Sessa 
 
 
The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston  
starring Belinda Davids  
January 26 at 8 p.m. (Thursday) 
You'll be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids. She was featured on FOX TV's Showtime at the Apollo and BBC1 TV's Even Better Than the Real Thing. Accompanied by a live band, backing vocalists, and choreographed dancers, plus state-of-the-art sound, lighting, vision, and theatrical effects, this is a beautifully crafted tribute to one of the world's most revered singers. 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $25 
Sponsored by Sheila M. Applestein 
 
The Kat and Dave Show:  
David Foster and Katharine McPhee Live  
January 27 at 8 p.m. (Friday) 
16-time Grammy award-winning musician, songwriter, and producer David Foster and acclaimed singer, television and Broadway star, Katharine McPhee are bringing their viral Instagram show on the road. Coming directly from the Living Room to the stage, this intimate show with the powerhouse duo will be packed with David’s hits from Chicago, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Josh Groban, Michael Buble, and Kat’s biggest songs from American Idol, Smash and Waitress. Plus, some of their favorites that they just love! 
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $35 
Sponsored by The Coleman Foundation 
 
Blue Man Group 
January 28-29   
Saturday at 8 p.m. 
Sunday at 1 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. 
Join the Blue Men in a joyful experience that unites audiences of all ages. It’s everything you know and love about Blue Man Group—signature drumming, colorful moments of creativity and quirky comedy—the men are still blue, but the rest is all new! Family friendly!  
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $29 
Sponsored by Truist with support from SunSentinel  
 
The Mutter Virtuosi
Anne-Sophie Mutter, leader  
(Regional Arts Classical Concert Series) 
January 31 at 8 p.m. (Tuesday) 
The incomparable Anne-Sophie Mutter returns to South Florida after many years as the leader of her ensemble of standout protégés, The Mutter Virtuosi, an ensemble of 14 students who tour internationally, across North America, and appear regularly at Carnegie Hall. Noticed by Herbert von Karajan when she was only 13, Anne-Sophie Mutter established herself in the 1980s as an exceptional violinist and received three prestigious Grammy Awards. The German violinist, who has been called the “undisputed queen of violin-playing” performs on the world’s most prestigious stages. 
DREYFOOS HALL 
Tickets start at $35
Regional Arts Classical Concert Series sponsored by Leonard and Sophie Davis
Concert Sponsored by Ari Rifkin with support from WLRN ​