How have I missed this fabulous gem??? I recently heard about a dark comedy that was going to be…read moreperformed at the Artistic Vibes. Unable to visualize where it was located, I checked online. WOW! Tucked into the warehouse district by The Falls, a theater. Intrigued, I purchased tickets online and headed for the show on a Friday night. Parking was easy. All the parking spots up front were taken but there were plenty of available spaces behind the building that involved a short walk. Upon entering, I was warmly greeted by someone that was sitting at a small table. She checked my name off the list and I then entered the small but intimate theatre. The decor was a bit like pieces found at a thrift shop which was actually fun and thought out. The audience seating by the stage were simple but comfortable. Sound and lighting was excellent. At intermission, I checked out the concession stand. The person running it was friendly and all items were reasonably priced. There was ample time to grab a snack along with proper warning before the show resumed. This theater is obviously put together with a great love of the performing arts. Glad I discovered it and wonder what took me so long..... In summary, this is a simple and fun theater where you can experience local shows with a lot of personality. I'll be back.

I went to the address here, and there is another business at 8888 that tod me Artistic Vibes had…read morenot been there for years. Too bad, I was looking for a place like this.

Best comedy show in town - never disappoints New show on…read more7/19/25 Always a great time -lots of regulars makes it feel like family I have never missed a show since they opened (15+ years ago)

It was a quirky, fun evening. The price was very affordable for the offering. The night I attended…read morethere was a local comic emcee, 1 local and two touring comics. I recognized the headliner from a minor film role. He especially was hilarious. I don't drink alcohol, but it was an interesting draw that the night included an open bar. Since this is held at a working Quality Inn, they advertise staying the night, which we didn't need/do since we weren't drinking. The room was a little cold so make sure to bring a jacket.

Be their guest -- seriously, you won't regret it! I saw Beauty and the Beast at Area Stage in…read moreDecember, and it was honestly one of the best theater experiences I've had. The immersive setup made it feel like you were right in the middle of the story, and the cast was incredible. Their singing was amazing, but what really impressed me was how versatile they were -- everyone just embodied their roles so naturally. The attention to detail was next level. Even the lobby was themed to match the show, which made the whole night feel extra special. It reminded me a little of Sleep No More in New York -- not quite as interactive, but it had that same feeling of being part of the story rather than just watching it unfold. A couple of tips if you're planning to go: Get there early if you care about where you sit. Since it's immersive, the experience can vary depending on where you're positioned. Parking is in a garage nearby, and you'll have to walk a bit to the venue, so check the map on their website beforehand -- it'll save you some stress (especially if you do end up running late) They do have concessions, but dont expect anything super fancy or unique. I think they missed out on an opportunity to do something fun and thematic with this. Overall, I'd see this again in a heartbeat, and I'm already looking forward to checking out more shows here. Highly recommend!

Families with children and/or friends on the autism spectrum who intend to enroll in the ITP…read more(Inclusive Theatre Program, now called Inspired Theatre Program) classes at Area Stage, please read below before moving forward. Our daughter, now a 9-year-old girl on the spectrum who loves art and music in an incredible way, started her journey with Area Stage in mid-2024 by taking private lessons with Annette, an amazing instructor at Area Stage. Under Annette's guidance and patience, our daughter improved tremendously and was able to perform in three showcases where she sang and danced alongside other children. This success did not come without challenges. Raising and supporting a child on the spectrum can be very difficult. From meltdowns and lack of attention to struggles with taking turns and stimming, families connected to autism understand these behaviors can be caused by many factors such as inflexibility or sensory overload, which are often misunderstood by neurotypical people as misbehavior or poor parenting. Fortunately, everywhere we have gone to help improve our daughter's behavior and skills, we have been blessed with people who truly understand autism and know how to support autistic children, just like Annette did. That changed on May 14th, 2026, when our daughter's instructor had an emergency and could not attend class, so a substitute instructor was assigned to the ITP class. Our daughter had a rough day during class and, as we were told, she was not following directions and was being disruptive. She was repeatedly told not to do certain things because they were "not allowed," as if that alone has ever been an effective way to regulate or support a child on the spectrum. Our daughter was in deep distress, as she often becomes when something triggers a shutdown. Her behavior escalated to the point that the Director of Inspired Theatre Project, Irma Becker, stepped in and told her she was misbehaving, that wh. This is a 1 hour class. Meanwhile, I, her father, was sitting outside waiting for the class to finish. Once the time was up, I approached the door where the children exit from, but no one came out. As I got closer, I heard, "So who's coming to pick up this child today?" To my surprise, it was Irma asking who was picking up my daughter. When I explained that I was her father, Irma approached me aggressively and explained that my daughter did not want to participate and that she was a "mean girl" who pushed her multiple times while she was trying to get her to follow directions. My daughter was listening to everything Irma was saying because they were standing next to each other. While Irma discussed my daughter's behavior with me, my daughter became even more overwhelmed, yelling and completely out of control. I told Irma that I would talk to my daughter later at home, but she continued escalating the situation. In the middle of the chaos, she told me that we needed to discuss next year's enrollment because of my daughter's behavior, although she still had to commit to participating in this year's showcase. I was speechless and asked, "Do you even know that my daughter is on the spectrum?" In response, Irma began listing her titles and degrees in behavioral therapy, completely contradicting herself through her own behavior. It is truly sad that someone like this could be in charge of a program such as this one. We formally contacted ownership via email to explain the situation, hoping to schedule a meeting, discuss possible solutions, and receive an apology. Instead, we were told that after conducting an investigation with the people present, ownership concluded that Irma never said anything inappropriate about our daughter. Additionally, our daughter was removed from the inclusive program entirely only two weeks before her showcase. During a call with ownership regarding our email, the owner himself told us that he believed the problem with our daughter was that she was "not used to hearing no." Imagine saying that about a child on the autism spectrum, as if simply hearing "no" were ever a solution for autism-related behaviors. This was coming from someone who has never spent even a second with our daughter, yet still felt comfortable giving an opinion about her behavior. What I see here is a major red flag. When someone reports misconduct, unethical behavior, or unprofessional conduct and their concerns are immediately dismissed or denied, it creates an environment where that behavior can continue unchecked and potentially lead to even more serious problems. It is like calling a police department to report misconduct by the chief of police, only for the person making the complaint to be punished for speaking up. Thank you for creating a program that helps so many students with special needs. I truly hope this experience serves as an opportunity for growth and improvement so the program can become even more inclusive moving forward.

We are a full year in and my kid loves it! The school of rock family is awesome. They are kind and…read moreencouraging. You can tell they all have a passion for what they do. My kids has had classes with different instructors and has only had great things to say about everyone. It is a little pricey but my kid is loving the experience they are getting.

Great people, great place and the new location rocks (pun intended). Highly recommend if you want…read moreto learn to play in a band setting.

We love this place so much!!…read more I really appreciate and value how well this business is and stablished for so many years. The ambiance is wonderful. We always feel like family! Prices are great and the service is simply perfect. Can't wait to start all over again as a dance mom with my big girl. Thank you Danceworks!

Just signed up my little girl for her 3rd year. Honestly this is the best studio around for little…read moregirls. They have tons of classes to chose from from flamenco, salsa, belly dance, & many more. I've enjoyed my daughter so much going here these past couple of years. I don't want to try else where. As I learned going to other dance studios, that this is the best studio around. They have the same dance instructors & same staff members. So they are not a revolving door of staff.

My daughter danced there because we liked someone who was really good who was teaching there. But…read morehe's gone, and, oh my gosh, the training is so sub par. This is not the place for serious training. And the director is just always telling the moms their kids need overpriced privates. Way overpriced. Poor training. Rude people.

Miss Maria is incredible! She is so creative and runs a great operation. She truly loves the…read morechildren and has taught my daughters discipline and grace.

Came here for a friend's class she was teaching here, Movement & Dance, so this review would be…read morefrom that experience. This is a great studio tucked away in Miami, with parking being a bit tricky & scarce but I think they have other spots for regular studio members to park at, if asked. My friend teaches her movement & dance classes here which is a combination of fitness and dance, combining some hip hop, jazz, ori, hula & modern. It was a great class and good for all skill levels from beginning to advanced since she caters to whom is attending. The studio itself is very nice and spacious!

I highly recommend Miss Scarlett for any young pairs of dancer. My daughter began taking dance…read moreclasses here about 2 months before her 2nd birthday. The classes begin at age 2 but they were willing to make an exception since she was almost 2. My daughter immediately fell in love with dance class. Every Saturday since then she has looked forward to going. Ms. Scarlett is a very kind and caring teacher, she does a great job showing them the basics and always does something special for the holidays. She has a ton of energy and a great spirit. Attached are some photos from dance class and the end of year recital.

Ms. Karen is so incredibly warm and wonderful a teacher! This is a true classical ballet program…read moretaught by a true professional. (It's not play time like you might see with some programs. It's more serious, and not a mishmash of styles. Think: focused). Her bio speaks for itself--she is a high level talent in her own right. But, what is so remarkable to us is how she imparts that level of skill, precision, and desire for perfectionism that is ballet, into such a delightfully fun environment for our two girls. They've become obsessive devotees, have learned so much here, and are always so excited when it's a ballet class day!

We tried other studios and Ballet & Beyond is by far the best ballet studio in Miami, FL. My…read moredaughter has excelled under Mrs. Karen's loving, fun, dedicated and very experienced guidance. She truly cares and is dedicated to teaching your child proper technique. We couldn't be happier!