Theater events worth seeking out in Fort Lauderdale this week
If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in Fort Lauderdale this week, from a classic Peanuts tale to story of an African American family in the 1950s.
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You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
First, catch a show about everyone's favorite gang and dog from Charles Schulz with a performance of "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Sally, Linus and Snoopy in this family-friendly "Peanuts" tale. Click here to visit the show's page on the venue website.
When: Thursday, Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts - Abdo New River Room, 201 S.W. Fifth Ave.
Price: $25-30
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A Raisin in the Sun
Also on Thursday, follow the divergent dreams and conflicts of three generations of an African American family with "A Raisin in the Sun," which is playing at The Vanguard. The play, which first debuted on Broadway in 1959, takes place on Chicago's South Side in the 1950s and chronicles the affects and challenges the Youngers face when they receive insurance money after the patriarch of the family dies.
When: Thursday, Feb. 28, 8 p.m.
Where: The Vanguard, 1501 S. Andrews Ave.
Price: $25
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Innovation Nation Live
Lastly, learn how breakthroughs of the past still influence the present in science, technology, design and more with "Innovation Nation Live" at the Parker Playhouse. The show, geared toward kids, highlights Henry Ford, The Wright Brothers, Rosa Parks and others to celebrate their pioneering vision, according to the promoter of the event.
When: Sunday, March 3, 3 p.m.
Where: Parker Playhouse, 707 N.E. Eighth St.
Price: $12.50
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