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Top Date Night Shows For Valentine's Day In South Florida

Valentine's Day is the time when couples pull out all of the stops in an effort to express their love for their significant other. Most will opt for the standard dinner, flowers and candy, but these shows are sure to spice up Valentine's Day and create a romantic experience rather than a boring date. Listen to music to put yourself in the mood, attend the ballet or shun the romantic vibe altogether and see a comedy show. Pick a venue that expresses your love and treat your date to an unforgettable night.
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Andrea Bocelli
BB&T Center
1 Panther Parkway
Sunrise, FL 33323
(954) 835-7000
www.thebbtcenter.com

Date: Feb. 14, 2014 at 8 p.m.

Italy's most renowned tenor, Andrea Bocelli, returns to the BB&T Center to give an unforgettable Valentine's Day performance. This is Bocelli's fifth consecutive year performing at the BB&T Center and his third Valentine's Day performance. The gravitas in his voice alone makes this an essential performance that everyone must experience. It's also a surefire way to get the women in the audience in the Valentine's mood.

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Darlene Love
Parker Playhouse
707 N.E. 8th St.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(954) 462-0222
www.parkerplayhouse.com

Date: Feb. 14, 2014 at 8 p.m.

Darlene Love has had a remarkable career that dates back to the 60s. Her hits "He's A Rebel" and "Christmas Baby (Please Come Home)" display the soulfulness of her voice and are perfect examples of why she was inducted into the 2011 Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame. Now you and your loved one can listen to her serenade you on Valentine's Day at the Parker Playhouse. Tickets start at $37.50, making for an inexpensive date night idea that will feel like it cost a million bucks.

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Miami City Ballet Presents Program III: Triple Threat
Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132
(305) 949-6722

www.arshtcenter.org

Date: Feb. 14-16, 2014

Imagine "West Side Story" performed with the skill and grace of a ballet and then paired with two other George Balanchine's performances. The Miami City Ballet Presents Program III: Triple Threat is a ballet performance at the Adrienne Arsht Center and features dances from Balanchine's modern "Episodes" and classic Tchaikovsky "Pas De Deux." Prepare to be enthralled by leaps, bounds and a storyline that mesmerizes audiences. This is a great performance for ballet lovers, but for those not fond of the genre, they can consider this performance a gift that rivals any diamond or obligatory flowers.

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www.hialeahfl.govMoonlight & Music Valentine's Day Concert
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 S.W. 72nd Ave.
Miami, FL 33157
(305) 235-1668
www.deeringestate.org

Date: Feb. 14, 2014 at 8 p.m.

There is nothing as romantic as a picnic under the stars. Pack a basket, bring a blanket and take your sweetie to Deering Estate for the 15th Annual Moonlight & Music Valentine's Day Concert. This romantic musical event is only $20, yet it provides a simple way to say "I love you." Popular South Florida food trucks like Ms. Cheezious, Gastropod and Crepemaker will be on hand if couples choose to forgo the picnic basket, and advanced picnic basket orders will be taken by the official picnic providers, David Schwadron Catering and Joanna's Marketplace. This is one romantic experience that easily beats the standard Valentine's Day dinner.

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Lewis Black: The Rant Is Due
The Filmore
1700 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 673-7300
www.filmoremb.com

Date: Feb. 14, 2014 at 8 p.m.

Fans of Lewis Black know that his performance has nothing to do with Valentine's Day. It's just a great comedy show featuring a man who gives the most poignant and hilarious rants of our generation. Watch Black's rational irrational anger as he complains about modern day conveniences, American politics and more. You and your spouse will be united in laughter and belly-aching cackles as you shun the romantic and opt for fun instead. It's the most hilarious way to spend Valentine's Day.

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Niema Hulin was born in Newark, NJ but raised in Lexington, South Carolina for the bulk of her formative years. In 2002, she moved to Miami after graduating from the University of Florida. Since then, Niema has worked in film, television and commercials as a Production Assistant and Production Coordinator. Some of her films have included Bad Boys II and I Am Number IV. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.

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