(West Palm Beach, Fla.) – The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts brings Palm Beach County a lineup of unforgettable theatre with four-time Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical MJ running February 10-15 and the play that inspired the NETFLIX hit, Kim’s Convenience from February 25 to March 8. Rising star pianist Sophia Liu will grace the stage in the Rinker Playhouse on February 18. This month also kicks off the 20th annual African American Film Festival: Dance Like a Butterfly, Sting Like a Bee featuring unforgettable sports and dance films by extraordinary filmmakers February 19-22. Tickets are available for purchase online, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the Box Office or by calling 561.832.7469.
Calendar Listings:
The Cleveland Orchestra
February 1
Sunday at 2 p.m.
Considered among the greatest orchestras in the world, THE CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA returns under the direction of famed Music Director, Franz Welser-Möst. Their program will include Mozart’s last and longest symphony – No. 41 the “Jupiter” – and Shostakovich’s 11th Symphony.
Classical Concert Series
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $46.01
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Michael Feinstein in Big Band Broadway featuring the Carnegie Hall Ensemble
February 4
Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Broadway never sounds better than when it swings. With the greatest contemporary jazz musicians, Michael Feinstein swings the songbook into the 21st Century. Special guest star, songwriter Bobby Daye will join Michael on stage for an evening of music from quintessential shows such as Cabaret, Hello Dolly and Fiddler on the Roof to Into the Woods, and Chicago, BIG BAND BROADWAY delivers modern and classic showtunes with the timeless tradition of Carnegie Hall in a way that only Michael Feinstein can do.
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $39.11
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Walk On By – The Burt Bacharach Songbook starring Mandy Barnett
February 5
Thursday at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
MANDY BARNETT’s voice has been called “pipes of steel” by the LA Times and praised by the Chicago Tribune as “a torch singer in the grandest sense of the word.” With a career spanning country, jazz, pop and the Great American Songbook, she brings an unparalleled depth of emotion and technical mastery. Now, Barnett lends her signature vocal brilliance to the music of Burt Bacharach — one of the most influential songwriters of all time.
Adults At Leisure Series
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $33.36
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Jacksonville Symphony
February 6
Friday at 7:30 p.m.
With the help of the JACKSONVILLE SYMPHONY, the Kravis Center revives the traditional art form of the Vocal Recital! Tenor Limmie Pulliam is considered one of the most thrilling opera singers of his generation and he recently became the first African American in the history of the Metropolitan Opera to perform the role of Radamès in Verdi’s Aida. Limmie will be joined by one of Florida’s oldest cultural institutions, the Jacksonville Symphony, in a program featuring beloved operatic standards by Puccini, Verdi and more.
Classical Concert Series
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $40.26
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
One Night Only: An Evening with Sutton Foster & Kelli O’Hara
February 7
Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a night with SUTTON FOSTER and KELLI O’HARA inspired by the 1962 CBS special Julie and Carol at Carnegie Hall—a symphonic tribute to Broadway and beyond. Together with conductor Michael Rafter, Sutton and Kelli pay homage to icons of stage and screen Julie Andrews and Carol Burnett who teamed up for that memorable concert. Hear favorites from Sutton and Kelli’s Tony Award®-winning shows and in between, lots of bubbly banter, laughter and stories you’ll love.
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $57.51
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Witness: An Afternoon of Spirituals with Limmie Pulliam
February 8
Sunday at 2 p.m.
In the tradition of the great African American opera singers who came before him, LIMMIE PULLIAM will follow his classical vocal recital with AN AFTERNOON OF SPIRITUALS. These extraordinary songs of faith, suffering, affirmation and great joy, offer a depth of expression and variety that stirs the soul. Together, Limmie Pulliam and Mark Markham recorded an album of musical treasures such as “Great Day”, “Give Me Jesus”, “You Can Tell The World” and many more!
Classical Concert Series
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $46.01
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
MJ: The Musical
February 10–15
Tuesday, Thursday at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday at 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Friday at 8 p.m.
Saturday at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Sunday at 2 p.m.
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to West Palm Beach in MJ, the multiple Tony Award®-winning musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Created by Tony Award®-winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. It is thrilling sold-out crowds on Broadway, in cities across North America; London’s West End; Hamburg, Germany; and Sydney, Australia…and now MJ is startin’ somethin’ in West Palm Beach, FL as it makes its premiere at the Kravis Center in February 2026.
Kravis On Broadway
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $69
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Click, Clack, Moo
February 14
Saturday at 10 a.m.
“Cows that type? Hens on strike! Whoever heard of such a thing!” Farmer Brown cries. When his granddaughter Jenny comes for a visit, he declares the farm a tech-free zone. He takes her laptop into the cold barn where the cows use her computer to type notes requesting blankets. “No blankets,” he replies. So, the cows go on strike and the chickens join them in solidarity. Find out what happens next in this musical about negotiation and compromise.
Family Fare
PERSSON HALL
Tickets start at $17.26
Parental Guide: Recommended for ages 5+
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
A Kravis Center Cultural Society Event
Lunch & Learn:
Scott Eyman interviewed by Steven Caras – Joan Crawford: A Woman’s Face
February 17
Tuesday at 11:30 a.m.
Film historian and acclaimed New York Times bestselling biographer Scott Eyman has written the definitive biography of Hollywood icon Joan Crawford, drawing on never-before-seen documents and photos from the Crawford estate. JOAN CRAWFORD: A WOMAN’S FACE looks at the reality of this remarkable woman through the prism of groundbreaking primary research, interviews with friends and relatives and with the same insightful analysis of character and motive that author Scott Eyman brought to John Wayne and Cary Grant, among others.
ArtSmart
GIMELSTOB BALLROOM
Tickets $155.25
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Sophia Liu, piano
February 18
Wednesday at 7 p.m.
At the age of 17, Canadian pianist SOPHIA LIU is rapidly emerging as one of the most compelling artists of her generation. Born in Shanghai, Sophia Liu was raised in Japan until moving to Montreal at age 7 to study with Dang Thai Son. Following first prize wins at multiple international piano competitions, Sophia Liu has appeared as a soloist with orchestras and in recitals all over the world.
Young Artists Series
RINKER PLAYHOUSE
Tickets start at $46.01
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
20th African American Film Festival: Dance Like a Butterfly, Sting Like a Bee
February 19–22
Dr. Francis and her special guests offer you a journey with unforgettable sports and dance films by extraordinary filmmakers. Like movies, dance and sports connect people. They incite fierce rivalries. For talented youth, they can be a way out of tough places. Dance and sports are fun, yet they inspire complex engagement with history, art and society. This year’s AFRICAN AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL mixes immersive documentaries, recent romantic dramas and classic black-and-white movies. Saluting dancers’ athleticism and praising the finesse athletes bring to the game, DANCE LIKE A BUTTERFLY, STING LIKE A BEE showcases heroic stories that might have been overlooked and spotlights films starring some of the greatest dancers and athletes of all time.
Program includes:
Muhammad Ali, The Greatest – 123 mins.
Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
Parental Guide: Rated PG
Princess Tam Tam – 77 mins.
Friday at 6:30 p.m.
Parental Guide: Not Rated
Love & Basketball – 120 mins.
Saturday at 1 p.m.
Parental Guide: Rated PG-13
He Got Game – 120 mins.
Saturday at 6:30 p.m.
Parental Guide: Rated R
Stormy Weather – 77 mins.
Sunday at 1 p.m.
Parental Guide: Not Rated
PEAK Series
RINKER PLAYHOUSE
Tickets start at $17.25
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Chris Botti
February 23
Monday at 7:30 p.m.
One of the most vibrant and charismatic musicians in the world, Grammy®-winning trumpeter CHRIS BOTTI has earned global acclaim and graced stages around the world for over three decades. He’s topped jazz charts, earned Gold and Platinum records and performed to sold out audiences at Carnegie Hall, the Sydney Opera House and many more.
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $44.86
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
The Price Is Right Live
February 24
Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.
“Come on Down” to THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE™ and experience for yourself the interactive, live stage show (non-televised) version of the legendary television game show. Alongside our Celebrity Host, randomly selected contestants play everyone’s favorite games like Plinko™, Cliffhangers™, The Big Wheel™ and even the fabulous Showcase. The show features an array of fantastic prizes, from appliances and electronics to dream vacations and even a brand-new car. Lucky audience members can even win prizes right from their seats.
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $44.86
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Kim’s Convenience
February 25–March 8
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday at 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Sunday at 1:30 p.m.
Mr. Kim, a first-generation Korean immigrant, dispenses fatherly wisdom, history lessons and potato chips from behind his convenience store counter in the up-and-coming Regent Park neighborhood of Toronto. Wholly original, hysterically funny and deeply moving, KIM’S CONVENIENCE tells the story of one Korean family struggling to face the future amidst the bitter memories of their past. But no matter what, humor and heart find their way onto every aisle in this award-winning play that is now a hit series on Netflix.
PEAK Series
PERSSON HALL
Tickets start at $40.25
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Il Divo By Candlelight
February 25
Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
Join IL DIVO, the world’s most iconic classical crossover group, for an intimate and breathtaking evening of music, memory and emotion. This new world tour celebrates 20 years of global success and brings the quartet’s greatest hits to life in a stunningly elegant setting. Experience the soaring vocals of Urs Bühler, Sébastien Izambard, David Miller and Steven LaBrie as they perform beloved favorites and fresh selections from their milestone 20th Anniversary Album. Opening the show will be Phoenix-based string trio, Simply Three.
DREYFOOS HALL
Tickets start at $67.86
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
Kyle Taylor Parker
February 27–28
Friday, Saturday at 7 p.m.
Join beloved Broadway star KYLE TAYLOR PARKER for an unforgettable cabaret experience celebrating his signature mix of soul-stirring vocals, magnetic stage presence and heartfelt storytelling. Best known for his acclaimed performances in Kinky Boots—where he originated the role of Lola on the national tour and took over on Broadway—KTP has also graced the stages of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Smokey Joe’s Café and Finian’s Rainbow.
54 Below at The Rinker
RINKER PLAYHOUSE
Tickets start at $50.60
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401
For tickets visit kravis.org or call 561.832.7469
*All programs, artists, dates, prices and details are subject to change.
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About the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts:
The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is a nonprofit organization and one of South Florida’s premier cultural destinations, located in downtown West Palm Beach. Since 1992, the Kravis Center has presented the finest in live entertainment, showcasing internationally acclaimed artists in music, comedy, dance, Broadway, and more. As part of its nonprofit mission, the Kravis Center has welcomed millions of students to its comprehensive arts education programs. Students of all ages can participate in workshops, classes, and special events, as well as access free and reduced-price tickets for those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to experience live performances.
*All programs, artists, cast, ticket prices, availability, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Visit kravis.org for up-to-date information.
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