FAME: The Musical
Exploding with passion, ambition, and unforgettable music, Fame The Musical! Fame brings the iconic film and television phenomenon to the stage in a thrilling celebration...
About the Theatre
The Manatee Performing Arts Center, located in downtown Bradenton, Florida, serves as a cultural cornerstone, offering a diverse array of performances and community programs. Managed by Florida Cultural Group, Inc., the center features two main stages—Stone Hall for Broadway musicals and the Bradenton Kiwanis Theater for intimate dramas. With a mission that extends beyond theater, the center also hosts art exhibits, educational initiatives, and programs like 'Action Through Acting,' which addresses socially relevant issues. This dynamic venue reflects the cultural fabric of the community and provides entertainment, education, and engagement for audiences of all ages.
Upcoming Shows
Review: The Wick Theatre’s CHER SHOW Scores with a Talented Cast & Tony Award-Winning Costumes
by Stephen Sorokoff - June 01, 2026
The production was super glamorous and all three Chers were terrific in their own right and the time period they were presented in...
Review: La Poubelle – A Glamorous New 'Entre Nous' Cabaret on Miami Beach
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 25, 2026
La Poubelle, a new cabaret venue, is a hidden gem. We visited on May 23 and experienced great staff and service, and the food was, quite simply, delicious. See photos and a write-up of the night....
Review: Robert Davi Sings Sinatra 'his Way' at Glazer Hall
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 10, 2026
Robert Davi brings his own distinctive, well-trained, rugged vocal style to Sinatra's music, maintaining a compelling balance of intensity and finely honed lyric delivery that had the Palm Beach supper club audience swinging throughout the night....
Review: Glazer Hall Welcomes Linda Purl
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 03, 2026
Saturday May 2 was a perfect blend of setting, energy, and most of all the MUSIC, as actor/vocalist Linda Purl with music director Tedd Firth took the stage of the beautiful new Glazer Hall in Palm Beach....
Review: JASON ROBERT BROWN at the Broward Center For The Performing Arts
by David McKibbin - March 16, 2026
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Past Shows
A Neil Diamond Tribute
Starring Keith Allynn One Man. One Legend. One Unforgettable Love Story. Feel the passion, the power, and the unforgettable music of Neil Diamond come alive...
Hotel Alabama: Tributes to the Eagles & Alabama
One Legendary Night. Two Iconic Sounds. Unlimited Hits.What if The Eagles and Alabama shared the same stage? With Hotel Alabama, you don’t have to wonder—you...
Videos
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CATS William G. Skaff Center (6/12-6/28) |
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Lisa Corrao: GOLDEN GIRL Ft. Lauderdale Improv (6/24-6/24) |
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Mae West in Sunset Boulevard Plays of Wilton (5/27-6/28) |
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THE GREAT GATSBY Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (1/06-1/10) |
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Slow Burn Theatre Co: Dear Evan Hansen - Smart Stage Matinee Series Amaturo Theater at Broward Center (4/15-4/15) |
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Macbeth, Macbeth, Macbeth American Stage Theatre Company (1/27-2/21) |
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Jack Johnson ITHINK Financial Amphitheatre (8/18-8/18) |
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Shrek: the Musical American Stage Theatre Company (3/31-5/02) |
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The Addams Family Athens Theatre (9/18-10/11) |
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Glazer Hall Summer Jazz Series Presents Troy Anderson & the Wonderful World Band Glazer Hall (8/05-8/05) |
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