Everything old is new again. Tchaikovsky’s
129-year-old ballet is reimagined as a holiday dance spectacle in The
Hip Hop Nutcracker, arriving at The Florida Theatre on December
12, 2021 at 7 p.m.
The production features hip hop pioneer Kurtis “The
Breaks” Blow, the first rapper to be signed by a major label in 1979.
42 years and a heart transplant later, this hip-hop founding
father is still performing as MC of The Hip Hop Nutcracker. Kurtis
Blow is the music pioneer who created “Christmas Rappin’” and “The Breaks” and
he’s hitting the road this holiday season. Preview the action HERE.
A cast of a dozen all-star dancers, an on-stage DJ and an electric violinist
turn the beloved score on its head. The 31-city tour kicks off in San Diego,
California on November 6, 2021 before stops in Oakland, St. Louis, Miami,
Atlanta, New York City, and Boston.
“Through the isolation of the pandemic and for me, personally, the gift of
receiving a new heart, it is time to hope again,” says Kurtis Walker, known
professionally as Kurtis Blow. “And the season of hope is Christmas.” On
December 6, 2020, he had a heart transplant that has given him a new life.
Blow has paved the way for generations of hip-hop artists and fans after
scoring the first certified gold record rap song in 1980, “The Breaks.” He was
also the first rapper to sign to a major label. Blow is also responsible for
“Christmas Rappin’, the perennial first rap holiday song.
“It’s incredible for me to meet fans, and their kids, and their kids’ kids
who love hip hop music,” says Blow. “It reminds me of how The Nutcracker brings
people of all ages together too. I hope everyone makes holiday memories for a
lifetime when they come to our show.”
Just like the classic Nutcracker story, in The Hip Hop Nutcracker Maria-Clara
and the Nutcracker prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice,
visiting the land of sweets and learning the lessons of the holiday season.
Innovative digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of E.T.A.
Hoffmann’s beloved story from traditional 19th Century Germany to the vibrant,
diverse sights and sounds of a colorful and contemporary New York City. Through
the modern, self-expressive gaze of hip-hop culture, the dynamic performers of The
Hip Hop Nutcracker celebrate the magic of the entire holiday season on the
most inclusive holiday of them all - New Year’s Eve, a time for new beginnings.
For more information about The Hip Hop Nutcracker,
visit Website.
Follow The Hip Hop Nutcracker on Facebook,
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(@hiphopnutcracker), and YouTube;
#HipHopNutcracker.
The historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre is sponsored by Community First Credit
Union. For a complete list of upcoming events or to buy tickets visit the
Theatre’s official website, floridatheatre.com.
“Hip
Hop Nutcracker”
DATE: Sun., Dec. 12, 2021
TIME: 7 p.m.
TICKETS: $37.50 – $59.50
LOCATION: The Florida Theatre
128
East Forsyth Street.
Jacksonville, FL
32202
(904) 355 - ARTS
(2787)
The FSCJ Artist Series is thrilled to
announce the national tour of “COME FROM AWAY”, a Broadway
musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will
make its Jacksonville debut at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
for a limited engagement December 7 through 12.
COME FROM AWAY tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded
passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures
clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared
into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.
On September 11, 2001 the world stopped. On September 12, their stories moved
us all.
“Come
From Away”
DATES & TIMES:
Tues., Dec. 7 at 7:30
p.m.
Wed., Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 10 at 8 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 11 at 2 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 11 at 8 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 12 at 1:30 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 12 at 7 p.m.
TICKETS: can be purchased online 24/7. Groups
of 10 or more are eligible to a discount on tickets to most shows. To
receive the best pricing, reserve your group tickets today. Groups may begin
placing reservation requests by calling (904) 632-5050 or emailing.
LOCATION: Times
Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300
West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL
32202
(904) 632-5000
This December, two-time GRAMMY Award winner and
multi-platinum selling artist “Lauren Daigle”
will perform a limited run “BEHOLD: A Christmas
Tour” in celebration of the holidays. The three intimate shows will
take place in theatres in Durham, Chattanooga, and Jacksonville and will
feature some of Daigle’s seasonal favorites from her best-selling Christmas
album, Behold: A Christmas Collection. These special performances will
mark the fifth anniversary of the release of Behold: A Christmas
Collection. A limited number of VIP options will be available which include
a special pre-show Q&A and upgraded seats.“Christmas is such a special holiday for me,” Lauren says. “It
represents a time for family, joy, hope and unity. It is hard to believe it has
been five years since Behold: A Christmas Collection, and I’m excited to play
these special shows with you all. I can’t wait to get out there and make some
new holiday memories!”
Behold: A Christmas Tour 2021
Dec. 2 – Durham, NC – DPAC
Dec. 3 – Chattanooga, TN – Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium
Dec. 4 – Jacksonville, FL – Moran Theater at the Times Union Center
Since the release of her GRAMMY Award winning, platinum certified album Look
Up Child, Lauren Daigle has reigned on the Billboard Charts. The album
debuted at No. 3 on the Top 200 Albums chart making Daigle the first female
artist to simultaneously hit the Top 10 on both Billboard’s Pop and Christian
Billboard Album Charts. After spending 100 weeks at No. 1, Look Up Child,
also holds the record for the greatest number of weeks at the top of any
individual album chart. In addition, the GRAMMY Award winning crossover
hit, “You Say,” became the longest-running No. 1 song of any genre on the
weekly Billboard Hot charts at an incredible 132 weeks and was recently
certified 4x-platinum by the RIAA. Daigle has earned seven Billboard Music
Awards, four American Music Awards, ten GMA Dove Music Awards and sold-out
concert venues all over the world.
Connect with Lauren: Website;
Facebook;
Instagram;
Twitter & YouTube
“Lauren Daigle
BEHOLD: A Christmas Tour”
DATE: Sat., Dec. 4, 2021
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS: from $26 — $376
LOCATION: Times
Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300
West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL
32202
(904) 632-5000
“CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE” lights up the stage in the awe-inspiring,
eye-popping family holiday spectacular at Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center for
the Performing Arts. This annual tradition wraps a whimsical, Broadway-style
musical infused with contemporary circus artistry into the ultimate holiday
gift for the entire family!
Cirque Dreams Holidaze has been hailed by the New York Daily News as
“A delicious confection of charm, sparkle and talent by the sleigh load.” It’s
a show everyone will enjoy,” raved BroadwayWorld of the sold-out
performances that “dazzled…at The Kennedy Center,” Washington Post. The
Tennessean proclaimed it “A dazzling Holidaze Spectacle…for both young and
old” at the Grand Ole Opry House.
As lights dim and music plays, a fantastical cast of holiday storybook
characters come to life presenting an elaborate wonderland, invoking the
stories behind a child’s eye as they dream on the most magical of nights. Ballerinas,
nutcrackers, snowmen, penguins, reindeer, ethereal aerialists, gingerbread
people, carolers and colossal ornaments fly, balance, juggle and stretch
imaginations.
Audiences nationwide will celebrate this most wonderful time of the year
with over twenty of the world’s critically acclaimed and accomplished artists
and circus acts all gift-wrapped in over 300 imaginative and one-of-a-kind
costume designs. Broadway singers perform original music along with new twists
on seasonal favorites such as: “Deck the Halls,” “Winter Wonderland” and
“Jingle Bell Rock.”
This critically acclaimed extravaganza is sure to dazzle any audience as Broadway
World proclaims it, “The Perfect Holiday Gift… a show that everyone will
enjoy.” Audiences of all ages will marvel at soaring acrobatics, gravity
defying feats and extravagant theatrical production numbers the Boston Globe
hails as “Entrancing… Las Vegas meets family entertainment.”
“Cirque Dreams Holidaze”
DATE: Thurs., Dec. 2, 2021
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS: range from $30 plus applicable fees and may be
purchased online 24/7. Join the eClub to receive presale and on sale
notifications for all FSCJ Artist Series events. Get more info at fscjartistseries.org/e-club.
Groups of 10 + receive a discount. Call (904) 642–5050 or email
for more group information.
LOCATION: Times
Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL
32202
(904) 632-5000
The Florida Theatre is pleased to announce Comedian
“Andrew Schulz: The Infamous Tour” to The Florida Theatre on
Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 7:30 p.m.
Taking revenge on the year that was 2020, Andrew Schulz created and stars in Schulz
Saves America, now streaming on Netflix. This four-part special tackled
last year’s most divisive topics, and Schulz remains one of the most viewed stand-up
comedians in the world.
A native New Yorker, Schulz is known for his hilariously unapologetic takes and
wild off-the-cuff interactions with the crowd. His stand-up clips on YouTube
have amassed over 252 million views and his latest comedy special The Crowd
Work Special has been viewed over 4 million times. His other specials 441
and Views From The CIS have been viewed over 18 million times. Schulz’s
debut comedy album 551 was #1 on Billboard, Apple Music, Spotify,
iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon Music.
Andrew was a guest on The Joe Rogan Experience three times last year,
with episodes lasting over three hours. His two podcasts – The Brilliant
Idiots and Flagrant 2 – receive over 2 million listens per week.
The historic, nonprofit Florida Theatre is sponsored by Community First Credit
Union. For a complete list of upcoming events or to buy tickets visit the
Theatre’s official website, floridatheatre.com.
“Andrew Schulz:
The Infamous Tour”
DATE: Sun., Dec. 5, 2021
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS: $55
– $75
LOCATION: The Florida Theatre
128
East Forsyth Street.
Jacksonville, FL
32202
(904) 355 - ARTS
(2787)
The Museum of Science &
History (MOSH), in partnership with the Florida Theatre, is
bringing “Neil deGrasse Tyson” to
Jacksonville. The award-winning astrophysicist, author and TV host will
entertain and enlighten audiences with the science our favorite movies got
wrong (or right!).
From Star Wars to Frozen to The Martian, Dr. Tyson will
talk through it all. This one-of-a-kind experience will take place Thursday,
November 18 at the Florida Theatre.
*Tickets from previously scheduled iterations of this show from April 2020 and
February 2021 will be honored at this performance.
SAFETY: The Florida Theatre aims to ensure the health and safety of
staff and guests. In accordance with CDC guidelines, masks are strongly
recommended inside the Theatre.
“Neil deGrasse Tyson”
In Person
DATE: November 18, 2021
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS: Begin at $50, and can be purchased HERE.
LOCATION: The Florida Theatre
128
East Forsyth Street.#300
Jacksonville, FL
32202
(904) 355 - ARTS (2787)
The Museum of Science &
History (MOSH) is participating in Visit Jacksonville’s Kids Free November
program again this year. Families are welcome to enjoy the Museum with up to
five children admitted for free with each paid adult admission* throughout the
month of November.
Guests can explore all that MOSH has to offer, including the Florida
Naturalist’s Center, the Creation Station and its latest traveling
exhibit, Da Vinci Machines & Robotics.
*Kids Free November cannot be combined with any other offer, with the exception
of Military Appreciation Day (11/11), when all active and retired military
service members and their families are welcome to enjoy the Museum for free, in
partnership with VyStar Credit Union.
REGISTRATION: Pre-registration is encouraged to ensure a safe capacity;
walk-up admission will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Adult
admission is $15.95. Tickets can be pre-purchased HERE.
SAFETY: The Museum of Science and History aims to ensure the health and
safety of staff and guests. In accordance with CDC guidelines, masks are
strongly encouraged inside the Museum for all patrons 2+.
DATES & TIMES: Throughout November 2021; please note, MOSH is closed
on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and will be closed Thanksgiving Day. Operating
hours are as follows:
Monday, Thurs. and Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday from 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
TICKETS: Click HERE! Advance ticket reservations are
encouraged.
The
Museum of Science and History (MOSH)
1025 Museum Circle
Jacksonville, FL 32207
(904) 396-MOSH (6674)
