Where Dragons Breathe and Pianos Speak: Tori Amos Enchanted Kravis Center In West Palm Beach

All images by Larry Marano

On July 7, 2026, Tori Amos transformed Dreyfoos Hall at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts into an intimate sanctuary where every note felt deeply personal. As part of her In Times of Dragons tour, Amos reminded the audience why she remains one of music's most fearless and captivating live performers.

Photo By Larry Marano

Opening with the timeless "Crucify," she immediately established a powerful connection with the crowd before weaving effortlessly through fan favorites and deeper cuts. Songs like "Bliss," "Mary," "Little Amsterdam," and a breathtaking "Pretty Good Year" showcased both her extraordinary musicianship and her ability to tell stories through song. The tour debut of "Climb" was a welcome surprise, while the first full performance of "Song of Sorrow" gave longtime fans a truly unforgettable moment.

Amos' piano playing remained mesmerizing throughout the evening, balancing technical brilliance with raw emotion. Her haunting rendition of "Winter," introduced with "Garlands," drew one of the night's loudest ovations, proving its enduring emotional power decades after its release.

The encore brought the evening to a graceful close with the fiery "Code Red" followed by a stunning rendition of "Poison & Wine." It was a performance filled with vulnerability, artistry, and quiet confidence. Rather than simply revisiting beloved songs, Tori Amos breathed new life into them, leaving the audience moved, inspired, and grateful to have witnessed such a remarkable evening of music.

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