FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (February 8, 2021) – The Parker Playhouse, one of Fort Lauderdale’s most iconic venues, is in the homestretch of a $30 million renovation with the installation of its classic red seats in the Lillian S. Wells Hall. The beloved theater will offer new and improved hospitality experiences for guests and continue to serve as one of the city’s most treasured venues. 

FORT LAUDERDALE – In an effort to continue providing educational opportunities for students, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts has launched its Teen Ambassador program virtually. During this year’s program, 23 high school students representing 15 public, private and home schools in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties have been selected as Broward Center Teen Ambassadors for the 2020-2021 season. 

Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) students are getting a jump-start on their future career paths thanks to the Claim Your Future Showcase. The fifth annual industry-focused event is a collaboration between BCPS and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance, Broward County’s official economic development partnership. It is being held virtually over two days, February 10 – 11, 2021, and is open to 11^th-grade students in BCPS Career, Technical & Adult Education programs.