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Othello of Overtown

July 11 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Black and white graphic with text "Othello of Overtown" above a dripping trumpet illustration; the trumpet’s bell morphs into the silhouette of a building. South Florida Business & Wealth

A New Musical inspired by the life and legacy of Miami Artist Purvis Young. Othello of Overtown brings Theater. Jazz. History. Legacy. Featuring Rare Archival Footage. The play depicts the early years of Purvis Young’s career as he learned from local librarians, painted the people and activities of Miami, and developed a body of work that would eventually make him one of Florida’s most celebrated artists. Attend the readings as part of the development of the full production scheduled in 2027.

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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3675451-0?pid=12123
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Date and Time: Saturday, 11 July 2026 at 13:00 – 15:00

Venue details: Perez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, Florida, 33132, United States

Category: Arts | Performing Arts

Price:
Free: USD 0.00

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  • Perez Art Museum Miami
  • 1103 Biscayne Boulevard
    Miami, Florida 33132 United States
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