Cultural Spotlight
Film Fest Opens With Red Carpet Extravaganza
The 28th edition of the Miami International Film Festival at MDC offered endless delights this spring. Featuring more than 100 films from 40 countries along with a series of exclusive parties MIFF showcased a bevy of premieres.
Writers Institute Paves Way to Literary Laurels
Lily Prellezo spent four years researching and writing Seagull One: The Amazing True Story of Brothers to the Rescue, which was published in the fall.
International Conference Shines Spotlight on Prometeo Theatre
Miami Dade College’s Teatro Prometeo, under the cultural umbrella of the Florida Center for the Literary Arts (FCLA), is currently touring their recent production of Lope de Vega’s Fuenteovejuna at the Fifth Annual Conference of Theatre Schools and Educators, which is being held in Quito, Ecuador.
Art and Innovation Abound at MDC Galleries
Students at Miami Dade College once again participated in the annual League for Innovation Art Competition hosted by Gallery North at North Campus. Out of 52 student works submitted from all campuses, five were selected by the jury to earn awards.
Choreographer’s Residency Inspires Students, Community
This spring, students and faculty at the College and the New World School of the Arts along with local professional performers are getting the opportunity of a lifetime to learn from critically acclaimed dancer and choreographer Miguel Gutierrez.
MDC Brings Culture of Classical Ballet to South Florida
MDC’s School of Community Education has teamed up with Pedro Pablo Peña, acclaimed director and founder of the International Ballet Festival of Miami and the Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami, to offer a new program focused on classical ballet instruction immersed in the Cuban cultural school and technique.
Jazz Series Ignites Wolfson Campus
The Jazz at Wolfson Presents series brought to MDC’s Wolfson Campus more sweet sounds from local and national jazz legends.
Kendall Theater Makes ‘Front Page’
MDC’s Kendall Campus Theater department is making news with The Front Page. Wrapping up another memorable season, The Studio Theatre will now be showcasing their production of the beloved comedy classic.