May/June Events at the Kravis Center

(Press Release) (West Palm Beach, FL – April 15, 2024) The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts continues to bring world-class entertainment for everyone beyond season this May and June with a full line up of music, magic, comedy, family fare and the exclusive premiere of Space Explorers: THE INFINITE.
 
Details on upcoming performances and tickets can be found by visiting kravis.org. May and June’s lineup includes:

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RAIN – A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES: MUSICAL MYSTERY TOUR
Dreyfoos Hall
Wednesday, May 1 at 8 p.m. 
RAIN – A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES is an electrifying concert experience celebrating the timeless music of the legendary fab four. With note-for-note precision, this mind-blowing performance transports you back to the iconic eras of Sgt. Pepper and Magical Mystery Tour, along with all your favorite hits. From energetic classics to reflective favorites, the band delivers an unforgettable performance that appeals to fans old and new. With vibrant costumes and psychedelic visuals, RAIN creates a stunning concert full of nostalgia and good vibes. RAIN – A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES promises an extraordinary journey through the eras that captivates hearts and inspires all generations.
Tickets start at $30
 
Palm Beach Improv & Kravis Center Present
An Evening with NEPHEW TOMMY
Rinker Playhouse
Friday, May 10 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 11 at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Thomas “Nephew Tommy” Miles has built a career that encompasses radio, television, film and more. Thomas’ role as co-host of the nationally syndicated Steve Harvey Morning Show puts him in front of a live radio audience of more than 8 million listeners daily. Nephew Tommy provides a key role in the morning show, lighting it up with his own cast of colorful characters and zany humor.
 
Thomas also has a loyal following as a stand-up comedian and has earned a reputation for wowing crowds. For three years, he served as the exclusive opening act on the Luther Vandross tour. He continues to keep the crowds laughing as he tours nationally to sold out crowds across the country. He’s a talented thespian, a Theater Major of Texas A&M University, who’s worked in over a dozen stage plays and studied with the Royal Shakespeare Company of London. A number of independent films are on his resume, including 2011’s “N-Secure” and “The Heart Specialist” with Zoe Saldana, David Talbert’s “Baggage Claim,” “Think Like A Man” in 2012 from the best selling book by Steve Harvey, and Tyler Perry’s “Madea’s Halloween” in 2016.
 
Whether on the stage, big screen, television or radio, Thomas “Nephew Tommy” Miles continues to demonstrate his remarkable talent to the delight of audiences worldwide.
Tickets start at $42.5030
 
POLI POP
Persson Hall
Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m.
In this sensory-friendly, Family Fare performance Poli and Pola don’t want to go to sleep. The siblings start off playing with toys in their bedroom, competing against each other to be the leader of the room, but then their imagination takes them on a surreal dreamlike journey full of surprise and joy. Brush Theatre uses incredible technology and special effects to transform the set from an empty room to far away islands, roaring seas, the Egyptian desert, busy cities, dance parties and more!
Tickets $12 – General Admission
THE MAGIC OF ROB LAKE
Dreyfoos Hall
Thursday, May 16 at 8 p.m.
From his awe-inspiring vanishing acts to levitating objects, ROB LAKE has mastered the art of grand illusions, mind-boggling sleight of hand and mesmerizing storytelling. The America’s Got Talent 2018 finalist — named “World’s Greatest Illusionist” by NBC — dazzles audiences with his lavish sets, stunning lighting and captivating music in an immersive experience not to be missed!
Tickets start at $39
 
THE KITE RUNNER
PEAK Series
Dreyfoos Hall
Friday, May 17 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 18 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 19 at 2 p.m.
Based on Khaled Hosseini’s beloved, international best-selling novel, THE KITE RUNNER is a powerful new play that follows one man’s journey to confront his past and find redemption. Told across two decades and two continents, it’s an unforgettable journey of friendship and forgiveness.
Tickets start at $35
 
KRAVIS CENTER DREAM AWARDS:
CELEBRATING HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATER EXCELLENCE
Dreyfoos Hall
Sunday, May 26 at 7 p.m.
The next big star may live on your street! The Kravis Center Dream Awards recognizes outstanding student achievement in musical theater productions and culminates in a showcase featuring a night of non-stop song and dance. The electrifying evening ends with two of the showcase’s students being nominated to participate in The Jimmy® Awards (National High School Musical Theatre Awards™) in New York City!
Tickets $15
 
Kravis Center and Outback Present
MARK NORMAND: YA DON’T SAY TOUR
Dreyfoos Hall
Friday, May 31 at 7 p.m.
Dubbed by Jerry Seinfeld as the “best young up and coming comic,” Mark Normand is quickly becoming one of the most talked about touring comedians on the scene. Normand’s recent one-hour Netflix special, Soup To Nuts, has been a staple in the streamers’ Top Ten since its July 25th premiere. This follows Normand’s self-released special, 2020’s Out to Lunch which amassed over 12 million views on YouTube. He also starred on Netflix’s Season 3 of The Stand Ups.
An extremely prolific stand-up, he previously had two Comedy Central specials and has made an unparalleled seven appearances on “Conan,” four appearances on “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,” and has also appeared on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” Mark is a frequent guest on “The Joe Rogan Experience,” and hosts his own podcasts “Tuesdays with Stories” and “We Might Be Drunk.”
Tickets start at $35

FLOYD NATION: EXPERIENCE PINK FLOYD
Dreyfoos Hall
Saturday, June 1 at 8 p.m.
Pink Floyd fans, this concert is for you! This incredible show immerses you in sound, lights and lasers. It’s an epic experience featuring some of the most iconic songs ever produced from The Wall, Dark Side of The Moon, Wish You Were Here and more.
Tickets start at $25
 
Space Explorers
THE INFINITE
An Immersive Experience
Cohen Pavilion
June 4 – September 2
Mondays: Closed
Tuesdays – Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Fridays from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sundays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Calling all adventure seekers and space aficionados, it’s time to ascend on a first-of-its-kind immersive odyssey into Space. The highly-acclaimed experience will transport you on a journey as you roam freely inside a virtual, full-scale 3D replica of the International Space Station (ISS), float in space alongside the astronauts and admire breathtaking sights of Earth that only a handful have ever seen before — all without ever leaving the ground.
Age Requirement:
The experience is accessible to those who are 8 years of age or older. Children ages 8-12 will need a waiver signed by their parent/guardian before starting the experience. Children under the age of 8 will not be admitted, including little ones in baby carriers, as it is not recommended by VR manufacturers.
Tickets $25 for Children 8-12, $45 for Adults
 
BLUEY’S BIG PLAY
Dreyfoos Hall
Saturday, June 22 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Sunday, June 23 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
A brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® Award-winning children’s television series with an original story by “Bluey” creator Joe Brumm. Join the Heelers in their first live theater show made just for you! BLUEY’S BIG PLAY is friendly for all ages so the whole family can enjoy the show. Please note: After the performance, audience members will be invited to participate in a game of “Keepy Uppy,” where several air-filled balls (made of materials which do not include BPA, Latex or PVC), and another game with bubbles (made of non-stain solution) are released into the audience. As with many children’s games, playing “Keepy Uppy” may at times become boisterous and unpredictable. If you do not wish to participate in these games, we recommend you leave the theater after curtain call.
Tickets start at $29
Limited VIP Experience Tickets available at $115 each
 
MAMMA MIA!
Dreyfoos Hall
June 25 – 30
Tuesday – Saturday at 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.
A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. 
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!  
 
Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited decades ago.  For nearly 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story, and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show. 
Tickets start at $40
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