Broward Center for the Performing Arts

Overview

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, located in Hollywood, FL, USA, is a premier performing arts venue hosting a diverse array of cultural events and performances.

Established in 1991, the center has become a cornerstone of South Florida's arts scene, presenting over 700 performances annually to more than 700,000 patrons.

Venues and Facilities

The center comprises several venues, each designed to accommodate different types of performances.

• Au-Rene Theater: The largest venue with a capacity of 2,658 seats, hosting major productions such as Broadway musicals, operas, and ballets.
• Amaturo Theater: A more intimate space with 584 seats, ideal for dramatic productions, children's theater, and chamber music performances.
• Abdo New River Room: A versatile venue accommodating up to 225 guests, suitable for cabaret-style performances, dinner theater, and private events.
• Parker Playhouse: A historic theater with a capacity of 1,147 seats, managed by the Broward Center, hosting concerts, theater productions, and dance performances.
• Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center: Located on the campus of Nova Southeastern University, this 498-seat venue hosts community events, lectures, and children's productions.

Educational and Community Programs

The Broward Center is committed to arts education and community engagement, offering one of the largest arts-in-education programs in the United States.

Serving over 100,000 students annually, the center provides innovative classes and workshops for all ages at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center.

Upcoming Performances

• Riverdance 30 – The New Generation: Scheduled for April 7-12, 2026, at the Broward Center.
• Kimberly Akimbo: Set for December 4, 2025, at the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center.
• Les Miserables: Running from December 26-28, 2025, at the Broward Center.