Events: January 24, 2026
Writing & Directing Low-Budget Features with Tom Musca
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM - English
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A masterclass for filmmakers who want to turn powerful ideas into producible, compelling, low-budget feature films taught by award-winning screenwriter, producer, and director Tom Musca (Stand and Deliver).
Learn the complete creative and production process behind making a successful low-budget feature from your first story spark to distribution guided by one of Miami's most accomplished filmmakers. In this intensive masterclass, Tom Musca demystifies the artistic, strategic, and practical decisions that shape a film at every stage.Through lectures, scene analysis, script tools, directing techniques, and an interactive student pitch session, you'll gain the essential skills to move your project from the page to the screen with clarity, confidence, and vision. Whether you're a writer, director, or producer, this class is designed to help you avoid costly mistakes, strengthen your creative voice, and learn how to fight for the film you want to make.
Location
Downtown Media Center
168 SE 1st St 4th fl,
Miami,
FL
33131-1403
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THE FORMULA - From Amateur to Top-Tier in Film & Television with Derek
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM - English
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The real-world skills we use every day - condensed into a high-powered system to move you to the front of the line. Overcome the Odds, Harness Your Value, and Finally Be Where You Belong.
This is not a lecture. This is a partnership - focused on execution, mindset, and results. These are the real skills we use every day on the front lines of the film and television business.
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THE FORMULA is designed to move you to the front of the line, giving you direct access to how projects are ideated, positioned, how deals are structured, and how momentum is actually created at the highest level (to use on all levels).Breaking into film and television isn't just about talent. It's about clarity, confidence, and knowing what actually works - the same formula top producers and executives use to create, package, and close real deals.
In THE FORMULA, Peabody Award-winning producer, showrunner, company owner, and industry executive Derek Britt leads a no-fluff, high-impact masterclass, working with you every step of the way - showing you exactly how to harness your vision and skills, and teaching you how to take it all the way to your own big win.
Location
Downtown Media Center
168 SE 1ST STREET, 4TH FLOOR,
miami,
FL
33131
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Song Sung Blue
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM - English
Inspired by a legend. Bound by a dream.
Experience the greatest Musicals on the BIG SCREEN one last time. All Seats $9.
Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it's never too late to find love and follow your dreams.
Location
Savor Cinema
503 SE 6th St,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33301
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Miami Jewish Film Festival
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 various times - English
An expansive, citywide celebration of global Jewish storytelling returns with an ambitious slate of films, premieres and in-person conversations across Miami and Miami Beach.
Running January 14-29, the Miami Jewish Film Festival marks its 29th edition with its most comprehensive program to date, presenting 139 films from 20 countries through a hybrid format of live screenings and virtual access. Screenings take place at multiple venues throughout Greater Miami, paired with filmmaker Q&As, panels and special events that foreground cinema as a catalyst for cultural dialogue.
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The program spans narrative features, documentaries, shorts and interdisciplinary presentations, with highlights including world, international, North American and U.S. premieres. Opening night unfolds at the Miami Beach Bandshell with a French box-office hit celebrating maternal resilience, while the festival closes with an International Emmy Award–winning Israeli drama tracing a multigenerational journey shaped by Holocaust memory. Additional headline selections spotlight Miami-rooted stories, acclaimed international auteurs and films featuring notable actors, musicians and cultural figures.
Beyond traditional screenings, the festival integrates live performances, curated conversations and themed showcases such as a dedicated focus on contemporary French cinema and a Next Wave competition highlighting emerging voices. Community-centered programming includes free educational screenings in partnership with the Holocaust Memorial Miami Beach, reinforcing the festival’s long-standing commitment to access, history and dialogue.
Recognized as the world’s largest Jewish and Israeli film festival, the event draws tens of thousands of attendees annually and continues to position Miami as a global hub for film, culture and exchange.
Die Fledermaus
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 at 6:30 PM - English
Get ready for a night of glamour, laughter, and irresistible melodies as we bring Johann Strauss II’s Die Fledermaus to life South Florida style!
Inspired by the vibrancy and energy of our city, this production is more than just an opera; it’s a celebration. We’re transforming the grandeur of the Viennese courts into a dazzling spectacle, packed with surprises, special guest appearances, and a party you won’t want to miss.
Step into a world of high society, masked revelry, and mischievous intrigue, where mistaken identities and playful deception set the stage for a whirlwind of comedy and sumptuous Viennese waltzes. At the heart of it all is Dr. Falke’s grand scheme for revenge on his friend Eisenstein an elaborate prank that unfolds at an extravagant masquerade ball, where champagne flows freely, secrets spill, and the unexpected is always around the corner.
With its soaring arias, effervescent ensembles, and lush orchestral score, Die Fledermaus is pure joy from start to finish. Featuring a brilliant cast, opulent costumes, and an atmosphere infused with South Florida’s dynamic spirit, this production is designed to transport you to a world where the music sparkles, the laughter never stops, and the party never ends!
Location
Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami,
FL
33132
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Monica Bill Barnes & Company – Many Happy Returns
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 various times - English
A New York Times Critic's Pick, this witty and heartfelt dance-theater piece explores memory, identity, and connection. Featuring Monica Bill Barnes and Robbie Saenz de Viteri, the production fuses movement and storytelling with humor and humanity.
Lab Theater | Tickets are $45
Location
Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211 Street,
Cutler Bay,
FL
33189
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Luminosa - A Journey Through Light - Jungle Island
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM - English
Bucket Listers is excited to partner with Luminosa to offer you an exclusive event series, Luminosa - A Journey Through Light!:
Price List:
- Adult: Starting from $29.33 (incl. fees)
- Child: Starting from $17.42 (incl. fees)
- Senior (65+), Military, Student: Starting from $18.55 (incl. fees)
- Group Ticket (min. of 6): Starting at $21.63 (incl. fees)
- Family Bundle (2+2): Starting from $83.61 (incl. fees)
- All ages are welcome, children 3 and under enter free
- All tickets come with access to Jungle Island (Holiday Village)
Time slots are entry windows only. The Luminosa experience lasts longer than 30 minutes, and guests are welcome to explore at their own pace after entering.
Enjoy a night filled with:
- Live Music
- Entertainment
- Delicious Food & Drinks
- Chinese Cultural Entertainment
- & Much More!
Location
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami,
FL
33132
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ArtServe's Journey to Mount Athos Exhibit
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM - English
The exhibition features more than 30 large-scale art banners, photographs, and cultural artifacts that illuminate the spirituality, artistry, and traditions of Greece's Mount Athos Orthodox monastic community.
ArtServe opens its 2026 season with Journey to Mount Athos, presented in partnership with the Mount Athos Foundation of America. The exhibition features more than 30 large-scale art banners, photographs, and cultural artifacts that illuminate the spirituality, artistry, and traditions of Greece's Mount Athos Orthodox monastic community. Additional works by local Greek artists along with poetry, traditional costumes, and musical instruments celebrate Hellenic culture, history, and Fort Lauderdale's sister-city connection with Thessaloniki.
Location
ArtServe, Inc.
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33304
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Public Art Tour
Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM - English
Join the Miami Design District for a guided walking tour exploring the art and architecture that shape the neighborhood.
This public art tour is focused around J'Ouvert, a major installation in Jungle Plaza by Trinidadian-British artist Zak Ove.
Location
Palm Court
140 NE 39th Street,
Miami,
FL
33137
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