Visit the Bob Carr Performing Arts Center while in the city that is housed in the Doctor Phillips Center. Undoubtedly, the central venue for culture in Orlando, it has a seating capacity of 2,401 people. Host to a wide array of events, it is best known for the annual Orlando Broadway Series. The series features Broadway hits, such as Cats, as well as other international acts, such as The Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables. Other events on its wide platter include ballet, orchestra, theatre and musical performances.
The Plaza Live is considered as a premier venue for concert performances. Musical performances, theatrical presentations, educational programs are held here. This place claims to be a total entertainment venue with programs that are family oriented. Catch the latest in theater at this sophisticated downtown venue, freshly decorated and with ample parking space for the guests.
This professional company performs classical ballet throughout the year, under the direction of Vasile Petrutiu and Heather Sanders. In addition, the associated Ballet Academy offers classes in ballet, pointe, variations, partnering, jazz and character dance, and theatre dance to both aspiring professional dancers and the general population. The organization is dedicated to bringing dance to the community, through outreach programs that often visit schools and other area groups. Visit the website for information on upcoming performances.