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| Written by Sheri Elfman on April 26 2012 |
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Upcoming shows and concerts of the seasonJust because it's spring, don't think that things will slow down. Get ready for amazing shows and concerts that will keep you entertained during these hot months. Joan Rivers, Lisa Lampanelli, Lady Antebellum and Coldplay are just a few of the names who will be bringing the heat this season. Hotspots is providing you with this calendar so that you can plan ahead and buy tickets! BareNow through April 29 Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa Altar boy Peter is in love with his roommate Jason, and the two have a closeted romance until classmate Ivy gets involved. Soon things spiral out of control. For mature audiences Legends of Hip HopApril 27 NSU Arena at the Don Taft Univ. Center of Nova Southeastern U , Fort Lauderdale Old school favorites Salt n' Pepa, Slick Rick and Doug E. Fresh will perform. Miami Gay Chorus "New World Waking-A Place Without Bullying" April 28 Aventura Arts and Culture Center, Aventura In addition to songs, the show will include a living art exhibit where people will share their experiences of being bullied. 98 RockfestApril 28 Tampa Bay Times Forum in Tampa Shinedown, Evanescence, Five Finger Death Punch, Halestorm, Adelitas Way, Trivium, P.O.D., Otherwise and Art of Dying will perform. Roberto y Gabriela and C.U.B.A. May 1 The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater, Miami Beach Mexican musical duo Roberto and Gabriela will impress with their amazing guitar skills and will be joined by C.U.B.A. SunFestMay 2 to 6 West Palm Beach Waterfront, West Palm Beach Counting Crows, Creed, Pitbull, The Fray, Snoop Dog, Passion Pit and Wiz Khalifa are among the many performers at this festival. The FrayMay 3 Hard Rock Live in Orlando The Denver-based band will perform hits like "Over My Head (Cable Car)" and "How to Save A Life." The Beach Boys May 4 Hard Rock Live in Hollywood And May 5 Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa See these legends perform favorites like "I Get Around," "Good Vibrations" and "Wouldn't It be Nice." Lady AntebellumMay 11 1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheater in Tampa And May 12 Cruzan Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach Check out country stars Lady Antebellum who will be joined by Darius Rucker and Thompson Square. WilcoMay 15 The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater, Miami Beach Wilco fans will be excited to see the alternative country rock bands perform hits from their eight albums. Disney Presents The Lion KingNow through May 13 Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando and May 15 to June 10 Ziff Ballet Opera House, the Arsht Center, Miami See the Tony Award winning show that everyone is talking about! The Lion King is a beautiful show that features all of your favorite songs from the Disney movie. Melissa EtheridgeMay 16 Hard Rock Live in Hollywood Melissa will rock out at Hard Rock with hits like "I'm The Only One" "Come to My Window" "Bring Me Some Water." Joan RiversMay 17 Hard Rock Live in Hollywood Comedienne, actress, Fashion Police and QVC queen Joan Rivers will bring her hilarious observations to the Hard Rock. Lisa LampanelliMay 18 Hard Rock Live in Orlando Lisa Lampanelli, comedienne and reality show star (Celebrity Apprentice), will have you cracking up and shaking your head in disbelief at the same time. k.d. langMay 27 Hard Rock Live in Orlando Country singer/songwriter k.d. lang will entertain the crowd with "Constant Craving" and other hits. Neil DiamondJune 1 Bank Atlantic Center in Fort Lauderdale And June 3 St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa Rock and Pop Icon Neil Diamond, a 2011 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee and 2011 Kennedy Center Honoree, will perform his greatest hits. Brothers of the Sun TourJune 2 Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Country stars Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw join together for this amazing concert. June 5 Bon IverHard Rock Live in Orlando and June 6 Bon Iver The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater, Miami Beach Come see why Bon Iver won the Grammy for Best New Artist at the 2012 Grammy Awards. La Cage Aux FollesJune 5-June 10 Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando and June 12-June 24 Au-Rene Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale George Hamilton stars in this production the popular show, which has one three Tony Awards. South Florida Ballet Theater "Pas De Deux"June 10 Amaturo Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale See the South Florida Ballet Theater perform classical ballet at the Amaturo Theater. Il Divo June 12 Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando And June 16 Hard Rock Live in Hollywood Il Divo's latest tour follows the release of the quartet's latest album, Wicked Game. South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble: The Music of Our WorldJune 16 Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale The South Florida Pride Wind Ensemble will feature small ensembles and the full band as they play pop favorites from the classics to Lady Gaga. ColdplayJune 28 Tampa Bay Times Forum in Tampa And June 29 American Airlines Arena in Miami Coldplay will be joined by Robyn and Wolf Gang on their 2012 tour, Mylo Xyloto. If you think these performances sound exciting, just wait until the summer when Jason Mraz and Dave Matthew Band are on tour and in the fall when Madonna comes to town!
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