Palm Beach County's Cultural Calendar
By: Beau Higgins May. 03, 2006
SunFest 2006
5/4/2006 - 5/7/2006
City of West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL
Florida's largest music, art and waterfront festival featuring the
biggest names in entertainment, over 200 fine artists and crafters,
youth park, water activities, fireworks, food and more! Kids 12 and
under – FREE. (561) 659 5980
5/7/2006
Boca Raton Museum of Art
Mizner Park, 501 Plaza Real; Boca Raton, FL 33432
Liang Acrobatic and Comedy Show will headline this event. Learn
about China's Culture through acrobatics, music and dance, with a
touch of comedy. Liang performs one woman acrobatic show with
comedian/host Bill Patti. Don't miss additional Family Day
activities including a film and hands-on craft-making. 1 p.m. – 4
p.m. Adults $8, Seniors 65/older $6, Students $4, Groups of 10 or
more $4.00, Members, children 12 and under are free. (561) 392-2500Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka
5/7/2006
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Boulevard; West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Join Willy Wonka and Oompa-Loompasas they lead Charlie, the spoiled-
rotten Veruca Salt, gluttonous Augustus Gloop, gum-chewing Violet
Beauregarde and television junkie Mike Teevee through a labyrinth of
lemon drops, life lessons and giggles galore. Willy Wonka is a
scrumptious musical theatre treat for the entire family. Tickets $5-
$12 (800) KRAVIS-1
5/11/2006
Boca Raton Museum of Art
Mizner Park, 501 Plaza Real; Boca Raton, FL 33432
This entertainment extravaganza, one of the most popular BAM events
of the year, will feature the rock and blues band RipTide in the
Museum Sculpture Garden, where everyone will mix, mingle and dance
under the stars. Attendees are encouraged to "dress to impress" for
the Oscar-style red carpet treatment they will receive upon arrival
complete with live video interviews and colorful commentary on their
attire. 7-10 p.m. The cost for the May BAM Bash is $20 for BAM
members and $40 for non-members. Tickets can be purchased at the
door. (561) 392-2500Sushi & Stroll Summer walks
5/12/2006
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
4000 Morikami Park Road; Delray Beach, FL 33446
The Morikami's Japanese Gardens will be open for you to stroll, to
experience Roji-en at this special time during the summer. A
wonderful opportunity to take photographs or to experience our new
self-guided garden audio tour! The Cornell Cafe will be open to
serve an optional dinner during the evening walks. Reservations are
not required for this event. 5:30-8:30 p.m. FREE for museum members,
$5 for non-members (Children 6 and under FREE) (561) 495-0233
5/13/2006 - 8/13/2006
Norton Museum of Art
1451 South Olive Avenue; West Palm Beach, FL 33401
This exhibition is a survey of some of the most innovative quilt
work being created today. Inspired by the themes and atmosphere of
the West, these artists explore the concept of elements from a wide
array of perspectives. Adult Admission $10 (561) 832-5196Trisha Yearwood
5/14/2006
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Boulevard; West Palm Beach, FL 33401
WIth eight platinum albums, countless hit singles, two Grammys and a
duet with opera great Luciano Pavarotti to her credit, this country
music artist has amassed an enormous following of listeners who are
drawn to her "every women" songs of fortitude and vulnerability.
7:30 p.m. (800) KRAVIS-1CityPlace Blooms
5/19/2006 - 5/21/2006
CityPlace
700 South Rosemary Avenue; West Palm Beach, FL 33401
CityPlace "blooms" this May with spectacular floral arrangements
created by the area's top designers in partnerships with local
nonprofits. Displayed throughout the main plaza, these floral
masterpieces attract visitors from throughout the state. The public
is invited to vote for their favorite displays by making a cash
donation into the boxes of their choice. Donations collected will
benefit participating nonprofits. Awards will be given for the "Best
in Show," "Best Use of Foliage" and "Best Interpretation of Theme."
No Charge. All day. (561) 366-1000 Baby Jane Dexter at the Royal Room Supper Club
5/26/2006 - 5/27/2006
Colony Hotel
155 Hammon Avenue; Palm Beach, FL 33480
Baby Jane Dexter has headlined top clubs in New York, Boston and
Chicago. The New York Times says her "booming contralto is one of
the more formidable voices" on the nightclub stage. For all Royal
Room evening performances, the doors open at 6:30 p.m. for dinner
and the concert starts around 8. Call 561-659-8100 to make
reservations. Ticket prices for The Colony's Royal Room Supper Club
are $80 per person for dinner and show, $45 for show only with a $15
beverage minimum. (561) 659-8100For more events, please visit
http://www.palmbeachfl.com/visitors/events.
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