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And Off We Go……..
While we enjoy a Place Apart here in Ocean Reef, we are blessed with easy access to memorable
adventure. Take advantage of events just outside our gates that draw worldwide visitors. This
season, the Art League offers trips to three musical productions (with dinner), the International
Orchid Show, as well as two famous art shows. We are still looking for the closer in April. If you have
an idea, please give us a call, and we will try to accommodate the community. Meanwhile, SAVE
THESE DATES and join us for a season’s sprinkle of fun not far afield.
Art Basel Miami- Wednesday, December 2
This is the world’s premier international art show for modern and contemporary works.
An exclusive selection of more than 250 leading art galleries from USA, Canada, Europe, Latin
America, and Asia will exhibit 20th and 21st century artworks by more than 2,000 artists. On exhibit
are exceptional pieces by both renowned artists and cutting-edge newcomers. Special sections will
feature projects by emerging artists, new artworks, public art projects, performances, video and
sound art.
Depart the Art League at 4:30p.m. Fee: $65
Phantom of the Opera- Saturday, January 9
This haunting love story is Broadway's longest-running show!
Winner of seven 1988 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's masterwork is a
timeless story of seduction and despair. Set at the Paris opera house, a beautiful soprano becomes
the obsession of a mysterious, disfigured musical genius. This show features some of the most
lavish sets, costumes and special effects ever to have been created for the stage.
Bus departs the Art League at 12:00p.m.. Restaurant TBA
Fee $175
Coconut Grove Art Festival- Monday, February 15
Celebrating its 47th anniversary in 2010, the Coconut Grove Arts Festival is one of the nation’s
premier outdoor fine Arts Festivals. The Festival attracts more than 150,000 people annually to view
the works of over 330 of the finest artists and craftsmen in the world. A signature event of the South
Florida cultural calendar, the Arts Festival, the oldest and most diverse in the US, offers visitors the
opportunity to meet with exhibiting artists, sample fine cuisine, enjoy live entertainment and take a
walk through history.
Depart the Art League at 8:30a.m. Fee: $45
The 39 Steps- Sunday, February 21
This espionage thriller/ slapstick comedy offers an evening of escapism and laughs. Adapted from
the classic 1935 Alfred Hitchcock spy movie, this fast-paced stage production features a cast of only
four performers who play 150 roles and supply all the action. The 39 Steps won the 2007 Olivier
Award for best new comedy in London.
“THE MOST ENTERTAINING SHOW ON BROADWAY!” –Liz Smith, New York Post " …Broadway's most
intriguing, most thrilling, most riotous, most UNMISSABLE comedy smash!”
Bus departs the Art League at 12:00p.m. Restaurant TBA
Fee: $150
The 64th Miami International Orchid Club-Thursday, February 25 –Premier Party
South Florida goes blooming crazy when the Miami International Orchid Show debuts every year.
The largest exhibiting orchid show in the county and one of the most prestigious orchid shows in
the world, the Miami Show features rare and exotic blooms from professional growers, amateurs and
orchid aficionados from around the globe, including some grown by our very own Ocean Reef
friends. You will want to join us as we view the very exciting display of Ocean Reef grown orchids.
In addition to extraordinary orchid displays, the 64th Miami International Orchid Show features a
juried awards competition, thousands of orchids and related items for sale, and daily interactive
demonstrations taught by the world's leading orchid experts. This marvelous evening will begin with
our departure from the Art League at 6:00 p.m. on our special motor coach and will feature wine and
delicious treats as we head north to Miami. The evening features many food stations specializing in
all kinds of delicious food that is included in the ticket price. Our return trip will depart at 10:00 p.m.
The total cost of this spectacular event is $95. Save the date - Thursday, February 25th - you won't
want to miss it! Remember bus departs Art League at 6:00pm.
Miss Saigon-Saturday, March 20
Miss Saigon is the brainchild of Frenchman Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil (Les
Miserables).
A Vietnam era retelling of Puccini’s Madame Butterfly, Miss Saigon premiered in 1989 and has since
played to massive audiences worldwide. The plot echoes affecting Broadway themes and is deeply
affecting. Miss Saigon really has it all – a tragic love story told with the sweep and passion of opera,
a snapshot of world history couched in the musical vernacular of our time -- and of course, a little
Broadway spectacle. Restaurant TBA Fee: $150
If you have any ideas for future trips please let us know.
Heres to a wonderful Art League season!
Debbie Brady, Trip Chairman
