The Parker’s Lillian S. Wells Hall sets the tone for a standout September with a slate of performances that spans iconic rock, pioneering synth-pop and sharp-witted comedy. Audiences in the mood to revisit the soundtrack of a generation or discover today’s boldest voices in comedy will find The Parker delivers all this and more.

Once hailed by Rolling Stone as “the band that plays hot enough to melt the polar icecaps,” George Thorogood & The Destroyers, presented by the Broward Center and AEG Presents, has built a five-decade career fueled by more than 8,000 live shows and more than 15 million albums sold. The gang is back and ready for a guitar-slinging, amp-blasting, roof-shaking rock party like never before at The Parker on Tuesday, September 2 at 7:30 p.m. George and longtime Destroyers Jeff Simon (drums), Bill Blough (bass), Jim Suhler (guitar) and Buddy Leach (saxophone) are now taking all the drum-bashing, bass-pounding, sax-wailing, monster guitar energy of the past five decades and pouring it into “The Baddest Show On Earth Tour” as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series. VIP packages are available.

Electronic music pioneer Howard Jones, who has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide and has been a constant presence on the international touring scene for the past four decades, lights up the stage at The Parker when the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Live Nation present Howard Jones with special guest Haircut 100 featuring Richard Blade on Friday, September 5 at 7 p.m. His ubiquitous hits can be heard in “Stranger Things,” “Breaking Bad,” “Watchmen,” “The Carrie Diaries,” “Superstore” and “Bumblebee.” Jones first burst onto the contemporary music scene in 1983 with his very English songwriting and pioneering synthesizers with “New Song.” His first album, “Human’s Lib,” reached number one in the U.K. in 1984 and featured the hits “New Song” and “What Is Love?” In 1985, Jones released “Dream into Action,” which quickly became a top ten Platinum album in the U.S., featuring “Things Can Only Get Better,” “Life in One Day,” “No One Is to Blame” and “Like to Get to Know You Well.” In 2022, Jones released his most recent album, “Dialogue,” the third album in a trilogy of electronic releases. VIP packages are available.

Celebrating their 55-year milestone, Grand Funk Railroad, the iconic rock band from Flint, Michigan, presents their “Loco-Motion Tour” on Friday, September 26 at 7:30 p.m. at The Parker as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series. Formed in 1969, the band became a top-selling American rock group of the ‘70s with high-energy performances and hits including “We’re an American Band.” Still at the helm are founding members Don Brewer (vocals, drums) and Mel Schacher (bass), joined by a stellar lineup of Max Carl (vocals, 38 Special), Mark Chatfield (guitar, Bob Seger’s Silver Bullet Band) and Tim Cashion (keyboards, Bob Seger, Robert Palmer). Known for their explosive live shows, Grand Funk Railroad brings their classic sound to both new and longtime fans. With their timeless hits and unmatched stage presence, the band continues to prove why they’re still “The American Band.”

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents bring the vibrant and personable Pretty Vee, born Vena Excell, to The Parker on Saturday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m. Pretty Vee is a social media personality, comedian, actress and entrepreneur known for her comedic skits. She gained popularity through Instagram and TikTok, where her high-energy videos and humorous characters resonated with fans. Pretty Vee has expanded her brand into television, appearing on MTV’s “Wild ‘N Out,” and has since collaborated with major brands like PrettyLittleThing and Citi Trends. Additionally, she has ventured into business with beauty and lifestyle products. Her infectious charisma and entrepreneurial spirit have made her a rising star in entertainment.

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Live Nation present comedian, actor, writer and digital creator Nate Jackson’s Big Dog Tour on Sunday, September 28 at 8 p.m. at The Parker as part of the Truist Comedy Series. In 2019, Jackson was named to Time Out LA’s “Top 10 Comedians to Watch” list. Since then, he has exploded as one of the fastest-growing comedians, thanks to his viral content and remarkable engagement on TikTok, where he has amassed more than three million followers and more than 500 million views globally. Audiences won’t want to miss the chance to see his live show as he consistently sells out comedy clubs and theaters across the country. Recently Jackson booked a role in the upcoming feature “Good Fortune,” directed by Aziz Ansari, and was a recurring character on the hit NBC series “Young Rock.” Jackson has appeared on “Spirited” (Apple), “Curb Your Enthusiasm” (HBO), “Nick Cannon Presents Wild’N Out” (MTV), “All Def Comedy” (HBO) and Kevin Hart’s “Hart of the City” (Comedy Central). Jackson has also appeared multiple times at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal. This show is recommended for ages 16 years and older. VIP upgraded tickets are available for purchase which includes a pre-show meet and greet with Jackson.

Also at The Parker this month: Mansour Jafari (Sept. 6) and Stardust/ God Save the Queen (Sept. 21),

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The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 SW Fifth Ave. in Fort Lauderdale. Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker is located in Holiday Park at 707 N.E. Eighth St. in Fort Lauderdale. The Parker is an affiliated venue of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, which provides programming and management of the facility.

The Broward Center 2024/2025 season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation, AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and Nicklaus Children’s Health System.

About The Broward Center for the Performing Arts

One of America’s premier performing arts venues, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 850 performances each year to more than 600,000 patrons, displaying a wide range of exciting cultural programming and events. Guest experiences at the Broward Center include the all-inclusive Spirit Club Level, the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge, special events in the Huizenga Pavilion, and innovative classes and workshops for all ages at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center. With one of the largest arts-in-education programs in the United States, the Broward Center serves more than 100,000 students annually. The Broward Center also manages The Parker, an iconic Fort Lauderdale venue, the Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center on the campus of Nova Southeastern University and the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in Miami-Dade County. The Broward Performing Arts Foundation, Inc. receives and maintains funds to sustain, develop and secure the future of the Broward Center. The Broward Center is located at 201 SW Fifth Ave. in Fort Lauderdale, FL. For more information, visit BrowardCenter.org.

About The Parker

The Parker is Fort Lauderdale’s iconic, heritage theater presenting concerts, comedy, dance, family fare and more. Beautifully renovated in 2021, The Parker offers audiences enhanced entertainment and hospitality experiences. The neo-classical Lillian S. Wells Hall features outstanding acoustics, unobstructed sightlines, wide rows and continental seating. The grand S. Donald Sussman Lobby, Bernie Peck’s Bar, the intimate Haller Club, and the private members’ lounge, The Place To Be, provide ample opportunities for audiences to enjoy culture, cocktails and conversation with every visit to the theater. For more information, visit ParkerPlayhouse.com.

Complete September/October Schedule at The Parker

(as of July 23, 2025)

Sept. 2 George Thorogood and The Destroyers

Sept. 5 Howard Jones

Sept. 6 Mansour Jafari

Sept. 21 Stardust/ God Save the Queen

Sept. 26 Grand Funk Railroad

Sept. 27 Pretty Vee

Sept. 28 Nate Jackson

Oct. 2 MasterChef All-Stars Live!

Oct. 3 The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA

Oct. 9 Everclear

Oct. 18 Lee Asher

Oct. 21 Bill Blagg’s the Science of Magic

Oct. 24 Orianthi

Oct. 31 STRANGELOVE with Special Guest Ordinary Boys

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