Events: October 22, 2026
POW! Presents Paul Rudnick's - The New Century
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026 from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM - English
Meet the people you'd never invite to the same party and thank goodness someone did.
Plays of Wilton! (POW!) presents Paul Rudnick's The New Century, a wildly funny comedy bursting with unforgettable characters, outrageous laughs and enough heart to surprise you.
Smart, silly and gloriously over-the-top, The New Century brings together a group of people who could hardly seem more different until Rudnick reveals just how much they have in common.
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There's Helene, an outspoken Long Island mother who proudly proclaims herself the "most loving mother of all time" to her three children; Mr. Charles, an extravagantly theatrical gay man who has retreated to Palm Beach after discovering that a younger generation of gay men finds him "too gay"; and Barbara Ellen, a Midwestern craftswoman whose cheerful collection of handmade creations masks the profound loss of a son to AIDS.
Their stories begin separately but ultimately collide in unexpected and hilarious circumstances as Rudnick asks where this "new century" might be heading and who gets to come along for the ride.
The result is unmistakably Paul Rudnick: rapid-fire one-liners, outrageous characters and fearless comedy wrapped around something far more poignant a look at LGBTQ+ identity across generations, the families we are born into and create for ourselves, and the ways humor can help us survive grief, prejudice and change.
When The New Century premiered at Lincoln Center Theater in 2008, critics quickly recognized Rudnick's ability to combine outrageous comedy with genuine emotional weight.
The New York Times: "The one-liners fly like rockets."
TheaterMania: "A laugh on every line."
New York Post: "Gut-busting one-liners."
Rudnick has said that he never intended The New Century to feel like simply a collection of unrelated one-act plays, but rather stories that "intertwine" and build into a complete theatrical experience.
Funny, provocative, touching and proudly excessive, The New Centuryis a comedy about people carrying the experiences of one generation into the next the losses, the battles, the absurdities, the hard-won freedoms and, above all, the laughter.
POW! alumni returning to The Foundry include Beverly Blanchette, Michael Gillespie, Betty Ann Hunt Strain and John Provasnik, along with director Greg Schuh. Making her POW! mainstage debut is Stephanie Manner.
"Paul Rudnick manages to be outrageous, smart and incredibly funny while still finding the heart underneath all those laughs," said Joseph Guidetti, Associate Producer of Plays of Wilton! "The New Centuryfeels like a perfect POW! play unapologetically gay, a little outrageous, and ultimately about people finding a way to understand and love one another."
"I first came to know Paul Rudnick through the movie Jeffrey, but once I discovered his plays, I fell in love with his writing," said director Greg Schuh. "His work is an actor's and director's dream funny, fearless and deeply emotional and The New Century takes us on a wonderful ride through growing up, loving, coming out and being loved."
THE NEW CENTURY
Written by Paul Rudnick
Directed by Greg Schuh
Suitable for ages 18+
Brief male nudity
Location
The Foundry
2306 N DIXIE HWY,
WILTON MANORS,
FL
33305-2238
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What's Liberty?
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026 at 7:30 PM - English
Producing Partner: Femuscripts, in partnership with Fantasy Theatre Factory at the Sandrell Rivers Theater
What's Liberty? A Staged Reading is the result of a workshop process for playwrights that began with each writer reflecting on the theme of what liberty means to them on the 250th anniversary of our nation's history. Spanning a variety of genres, the plays reflect the diverse cultures and voices that make up the Florida region. Throughout the process, participants have developed their work through guided discussions, structured feedback, and one-on-one mentoring. The completed plays culminate in a public staged reading at the Sandrell Rivers Theater, performed by actors from our community.
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TICKETS
- General: $30 + applicable fees
- Student: $18 + applicable fees (ID required)
- Senior: $20 + applicable fees (65+)
This project is presented in partnership with Fantasy Theatre Factory at the Sandrell Rivers Theater and is made possible with support from The Jorge M. Parez Family Foundation at The Miami Foundation and the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor, and Board of County Commissioners.
Location
Sandrell Rivers Theater
6103 NW 7th Ave,
Miami,
FL
33127
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Sky Yellow / Sun Blue: Free Art Exhibition
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM - English
Sky Yellow / Sun Blue: The Art of "Scarlet Begonias" and the Ecstatic Vision of the Grateful Dead at The Sagamore Art Hotel, now through November 20th Curated by Steven R. Hurlburt; Presented by BitBasel and The Morris Lapidus Foundation
A special magic happens when music, lyricism, and visual expression collide. Opening this fall at the historic Sagamore Art Hotel in South Beach, Sky Yellow / Sun Blue: The Art of "Scarlet Begonias" and the Ecstatic Vision of the Grateful Dead brings that radiant spirit to life. Running from October 1 through November 20, 2026, the exhibition celebrates the enduring inspiration, color, and joyous communion found within the Grateful Dead universe.
Curated by veteran music journalist, photographer, and filmmaker Steven R. Hurlburt, the show explores 15 visual interpretations by 15 different artists of the classic lyric from "Scarlet Begonias": "The sky was yellow and the sun was blue." The exhibition serves as a dynamic prelude to the upcoming companion book, scheduled for release in December 2026.
Location
Sagamore Art Hotel
1671 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach,
FL
33139
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DVCAI Exhibition: Leandro Vazquez
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026 from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM - English
Last chance to see Entrelazado Perpetuo / Perpetual Intertwining, a solo exhibition by Leandro Vazquez curated by Rosie Gordon-Wallace and Tomas Vu, on view through Oct. 31, 2026 at DVCAI at Barry (Monsignor William Barry Library) in Miami. Don't miss the final weeks of this exhibition before it closes.
Location
Monsignor William Barry University
11300 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami Shores,
FL
33168
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In the Flowers by Hayley Sheldon
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM - English
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Visit our exhibition, In the Flowers by Hayley Sheldon and experience her exploration of the natural in relation to her personal life.
Hayley's work uses color, shape, and repetition to explore the coexistence of joy and sorrow, beauty and grief. Drawing from specific plants, flowers, and landscapes connected to different seasons of her life, she uses the natural world as a source of metaphor for experiences that are difficult to articulate. Come by and experience the reflection of an ongoing search for beauty, meaning, and tranquility while navigating the complexities of being human.
Free admission. Registration not required. Open to the public and all ages. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
EXHIBITION | August 31 - October 24, 2026
RECEPTION | September 17. 2026
Location
Armory Art Center
811 Park Place,
West Palm Beach,
FL
33401
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Chromatic Frequencies by Renee Phillips
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM - English
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Visit our exhibition, Chromatic Frequencies by Renee Phillips and experience her exploration of medium and color in person.
Working with latex paint, spray paint and acrylic polymers, Phillips approaches each piece as an open dialogue in material investigation. Through experimentation, these everyday materials are pushed beyond their conventional uses, revealing distinct textures specific to each color, from wave like ripples to deep fissures and pooling paint drips. Chromatic Frequencies invites viewers to slow down, look closely, and experience color as a living presence.
Free admission. Registration not required. Open to the public and all ages. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
EXHIBITION | August 31 - October 24, 2026
RECEPTION | September 17, 2026
Location
Armory Art Center
811 Park Place,
West Palm Beach,
FL
33401
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ArtServe Member's Show: In Memory Of Exhibit
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM - English
Closing out the season, this exhibition offers a reflective look at personal histories and creative journeys. Through works that honor memory and experience, ArtServe members present a heartfelt exploration of the moments and stories that shaped them.
A free reception will be held on October 2 at 6 p.m.
Location
ArtServe, Inc.
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33304
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