Miami Performing Arts Guide September 1–8: Best Theater, Plays, Dance & Live Shows
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Miami Living’s picks for performing arts from September 1–8, featuring live performances including theater, comedy, dance, cabaret, live music and more across the Miami metro area.
OBSESSION happens at FAENA Theater on September 3–5
Open Mic Night — September 1
Emerging comedians take the stage at Miami Improv for an unpredictable evening of new material and spontaneous humor. The open format gives each performer a chance to test original jokes while audiences discover fresh voices from South Florida’s comedy scene.
All Women Open Mic — September 1
Villain Theater hosts an inclusive open mic dedicated to women and non-male performers working across comedy and other art forms. Each participant receives five minutes onstage, creating a varied evening of emerging talent and original material.
Samuel J. Comroe — September 3
Samuel J. Comroe delivers candid stand-up centered on personal experiences, relationships and everyday situations. His expressive storytelling and direct delivery create a performance that balances sharp observations with an engaging stage presence.
Carrusel — September 3–6
A teenage girl’s violent outburst gradually exposes hidden connections among the adults trying to understand her behavior. Presented as part of the International Hispanic Theatre Festival of Miami, Teatro Avante’s production moves between two timelines and is performed in Spanish with English supertitles.
OBSESSION — September 3–5
Faena Theater’s original cabaret production combines vocals, live violin, choreography and immersive theatrical staging. Dynamic lighting, projected visuals and elaborate production elements transform the intimate theater into a sensory performance environment.
Michael Blackson — September 4
Michael Blackson takes the stage with bold observations, animated storytelling and an unmistakable performance style. Known as the “African King of Comedy,” he draws material from cultural differences, relationships and his experiences in the entertainment industry.
Jo Koy — September 4
Jo Koy delivers a polished stand-up performance built around family stories, cultural identity and the humor found in everyday life. His energetic delivery and relatable observations have made him one of the most recognizable comedians performing today.
DeathMatch: Competitive Improv Show — September 4
Improv teams compete through spontaneous scenes and comedy challenges created without a script. Audience suggestions influence the performances as the groups face off in a fast-paced theatrical competition at Just the Funny.
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson — September 4
Michael Jackson’s music is reinterpreted through live instrumental arrangements in an atmospheric candlelit setting. The program offers a classical perspective on familiar songs while preserving the rhythms and melodies that defined his catalog.
Magic Men Australia — September 5
Magic Men Australia presents a fast-paced dance revue featuring choreographed routines, theatrical staging and audience interaction. The touring production combines humor, athletic movement and bold showmanship for an energetic night of live entertainment.
Unforgettable Author Series: William Shakespeare — September 5–6
Theater, visual art, live music and literary discussion come together during a two-day exploration of William Shakespeare’s work. The program includes Desnudos en el bosque / Studio Macbeth, a contemporary reimagining of Macbeth, alongside concerts, an exhibition and a Miami-focused conversation about the playwright’s legacy.
Steve Higgins: Moonlight, Memories & Music — September 5
Steve Higgins, Dahlia Wynter and April Marr present an evening of vocals, storytelling and lighthearted humor. The program moves through jazz, Broadway, musical theater, Sinatra-style ballads, Italian classics and Jamaican favorites.
Saturday Gigantic Improv Comedy Show — September 5
Villain Theater’s Saturday showcase turns audience suggestions into completely improvised scenes. The interactive format gives the performers freedom to develop unexpected characters, situations and storylines in real time.
The BIG Show Improv Comedy — September 5
Just the Funny’s ensemble creates fast-paced scenes, characters and comedy games using suggestions from the audience. Every element is developed live, ensuring that no two performances follow the same structure or script.
Where Dere’s a Will, Dere’s a Criminal — September 6
Oliver Samuels leads a Jamaican stage comedy about a chaotic battle over an inheritance. Greed, family conflict and unexpected revelations drive the story as the characters’ attempts to claim their share spiral into escalating confusion.
