Serious kudos go to MDC Live Arts for what sounds like an extraordinary and thoughtful series of cultural events designed to explore the global diversity of Muslim culture. The Spanish word Ojala means" I wish" or "I hope so" and drives its meaning from the Arabic phrase "insha'Allah or God willing. The promotional brochure explains that the word is a " reminder of the Moorish impact on the Spanish language and Hispanic identity shared by many of greater Miami's residents. The objective of the series is to celebrate Muslim and Middle Eastern and North African communities as a valuable part of Miami's richly diverse culture" with events of all the performing arts by stars in their respective fields. It kicks off Saturday, October 7.