Page 12 - The Jewish Voice - January '25

Page 12, The Jewish Voice

Local Happenings from page 10 25th anniversary celebration, led by Hayes, Beryl, and Chief
Financial & Operating Officer Rudina Toro. Mayor Keith
James proclaimed November as PBD month in West Palm
Beach, and Congresswoman Lois Frankel – who, as mayor,
was the driving force behind the city’s purchase of the theatre
for PBD – also delivered remarks.
The company will celebrate its milestone season again on
March 15, when it holds its annual gala at the Cohen Pavilion
at the Kravis Center. But the real celebration takes place eight
times a week at the theatre, where patrons can watch gifted
artists in distinguished productions of superb plays. That, in theatre, television, and film, Smith depicts the visceral and
itself, is reason to rejoice. the mechanical in harmony to create dynamic and powerful
Photos by Curtis Brown Photography gestural statements that celebrate dramatic action and embody
extreme speed.
More than a catch phrase or a brand, Theatre to Think Lighthouse ArtCenter “Brainz ‘N Boltz is a must-see for art enthusiasts, sci-
About is a guide to the kind of work PBD has been producing Presents Tyler K. Smith: fi and comic book fans, and anyone who appreciates the
for most of its existence. The company has distinguished itself intersection of highbrow and lowbrow culture,” said Anthony
with a mixture of classic, contemporary, and world premiere Brainz ‘N Boltz Record, curator at Lighthouse ArtCenter.
plays that take audiences on an entertaining and emotional The exhibition includes 10-foot tall robots made from
journey, stir the imagination, and stimulate discussion and A Futuristic Journey into the Fusion of Art painted cardboard, graphite drawings on 8-foot long panels,
debate. An important part of that mix are works by the likes and Technology painted ceramics, as well as a display of sketchbooks, 3-D
of Edward Albee, Eugène Ionesco, and Jean-Paul Sartre, models, and archival photos that illustrate Smith’s creative
playwrights who pushed the envelope. They were risky Lighthouse ArtCenter is process and the development of his “BOMBOTZ” universe.
choices early on when the theatre was trying to establish proud to present Tyler K. The exhibition opens with a reception on January 16, from
itself. But their plays helped develop PBD’s reputation and Smith: Brainz ‘N Boltz, a 5 to 7:00 p.m., at Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery, 373 Tequesta
grow its audience – to the point where the company outgrew solo exhibition of painting, Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469. Guests will have the opportunity
its theatre. drawing, and sculpture from to meet Tyler K. Smith and a real-life BOMBOT (his son in
January 16 through February costume). Members receive free admission; a $5 suggested
22. For the exhibition, Tyler donation is available for non-members.
K. Smith has created a cast Brainz ‘N Boltz will feature two exclusive concerts by
of fantastical characters and Jason Newsted & Friends in a special celebration of Smith’s
futuristic machines that revel work in the gallery. Six-time Grammy Award winner and
in technology and race through Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jason Newsted will
a smog-choked world. perform live, surrounded by Smith’s artwork, creating a one-
Inspired by his upbringing on a farm where he was of-a-kind immersive experience where music and visual art
constantly repairing machinery by day and absorbing the unite. Concert details and ticket information can be found at
popular culture of the 1960s on TV at night, Smith brings an lighthousearts.org.
imaginative vision and technical mastery to his “BOMBOTZ”
universe. Drawing on his diverse career spanning art, Local Happenings on page 13

In 2011 – on 11.11.11 – PBD moved into its state-of-the-
art, 218-seat home on Clematis Street, renovating an old
theatre to its specifications. The city of West Palm Beach
facilitated the move to what became the Don & Ann Brown
Theatre; the city purchased the building on PBD’s behalf and
leased it to the company, which agreed to purchase it within $
five years. Thanks to generous support from donors, PBD $ $ 100 OFF 250
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Organization given by the Cultural Council of Palm Beach
County. In 2020, the company received the Bill Von Maurer
Award for Theatrical Excellence, a special Carbonell Award
given to the theatre company that “exemplifies excellence
for the totality of its programming: productions, educational
outreach, developmental programs, and audiences served.”
PBD has had a significant financial impact on the
downtown West Palm Beach community as well, as patrons
frequent local restaurants, shops, and hotels. The company
also collaborates with area businesses to promote special
dinner and theatre packages, contributing to the tourism
industry.
On November 8, with many local dignitaries in attendance,
PBD held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially begin the

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