See a show at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts

After many delays, a budget overrun and a few name changes, this spectacular $500 million César Pelli creation opened in Downtown Miami in 2006. The striking postmodern architecture alone makes it worth a visit. But the fact that it’s home to the Florida Grand Opera and the Miami City Ballet, and occasionally hosts the New World Symphony and Cleveland Orchestra, doesn’t hurt either. Touring Broadway shows, musicals, world music and children’s shows also feature. And seeing a show at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is one of the best things to do in Miami.

The striking postmodern architecture alone makes it worth a visit. But the fact that it’s home to the Florida Grand Opera and the Miami City Ballet, and occasionally hosts the New World Symphony and Cleveland Orchestra, doesn’t hurt either. Touring Broadway shows this season include Hairspray, Dear Evan Hansen, Jesus Christ Superstar and more. Icelandic avant-pop goddess Björk will also make her live Miami debut this winter with an acoustic performance backed by a 32-piece orchestra.

Address: 1300 N Biscayne Blvd, Downtown, Miami

Contact: 305–949–6722

Website: www.arshtcenter.org

Price: Ticket prices vary

Opening hours: Box office Mon–Fri 10am–6pm; Sat–Sun noon–curtain time

Google rating: 4.5/5.0