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BWW Reviews: Standing Ovation for St. Petersburg Opera Company's WEST SIDE STORY
Music director Mark Sforzini and stage director Bill Leavengood have struck gold with their top-flight cast. If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, then do so quickly. This fantastic production features several performances that should not be missed....
BWW Reviews: Stunning Set is the Star of THE BURNT PART BOYS at freeFall
Prepare yourself for a major treat, a hidden bluegrass gem that should not be missed. But what else do you expect from the freeFall folk who are perhaps the most creative purveyors of theatre magic in the state?...
BWW Reviews: Jobsite's RETURN TO THE FORBIDDEN PLANET at the Jaeb
What do you do when a production is first rate, when everyone onstage is absolutely stellar, but the forced camp of the script grounds the entire enterprise?...
BWW Reviews: CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES - Top of Your 'Must-See' List
Definitely see "Church Basement Ladies" and this incredible new space. ...the outstanding performances, character bonding and the truths of these four women will resonate. The sold-out audience was enthralled the night I went, appreciative at seeing professional performers shining on a brand new...
BWW Reviews: THE CEMETERY CLUB - Laughter and Tears Abound, by Guest Reviewer Peter Nason
"The Cemetery Club" proves why the Carrollwood Players is considered one of the finest community theatres in the area; it does things right....
BWW Reviews: The AMOROUS AMBASSADOR Keeps Audience Laughing
The Carrollwood Players production of 'The AMOROUS AMBASSADOR' keeps the audience laughing. And so if you like a fun-filled 'bedroom farce', Go See 'The AMOROUS AMBASSADOR' and see for yourself what all the laughter is about!...
BWW Reviews: STOMP - An Unforgettable Experience
... let me say this, I give 'STOMP' FIVE STARS!
This production is not to be missed!
GO EXPERIENCE 'STOMP' for yourself! It is AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE!...
BWW Reviews: JERSEY BOYS - A Blockbuster Hit
'JERSEY BOYS' is a MUST SEE PRODUCTION!
'JERSEY BOYS' is a BLOCKBUSTER HIT!
The opening night crowd screamed and whistled and applauded from the moment the show began. They jumped to their feet for a rousing, well deserved STANDING OVATION!...
BWW Reviews: BERMUDA AVENUE TRIANGLE - Wacky, Over-the-Top Laughs
'If you like broad, over-the-top comedy, THIS is the show for YOU!'...
BWW Reviews: EVITA - A New Rendition
EVITA won 7 Tony Awards including Best Musical and six Drama Desk Awards.
If you never saw a live, production of "EVITA", GO SEE IT!...
BWW Reviews: CRIMES OF THE HEART a Charmer
'CRIMES OF THE HEART' is a charmingly good production. GO SEE IT!...
BWW Reviews: SOCIAL SECURITY - A First Rate Production!
The audience laughed and giggled throughout the performance. And they weren't the only ones! I joined them, shaking my head and laughing out loud too! And..I've seen the show many times over the years. This is a First Rate Production! BRAVO!...
BWW Reviews: ONCE - A Charming, Romantic Musical
The cast is brilliantly talented....Every member acts, sings, dances. AND plays an instrument. And sometimes they do ALL at the same time! BRAVO!
The show gives us all hope and promise and a perfect Valentine reminder:
'What can be more important than Love'...
GO SEE THIS WONDERFUL SHOW!...
BWW Reviews: DISENCHANTED - A Hilarious, Fairytale Lament
Before I go any further...THEY LOVED IT! They laughed out loud, whistled and cheered from the moment the show began.
'Bravo!', to the cast, musicians, creatives, and crew of 'DISENCHANTED'.
I will see this one AGAIN and AGAIN!
THIS IS A HIT!...
BWW Reviews: FORBIDDEN BROADWAY'S GREATEST HITS - A Revusical Spoof
And don't be concerned if you 'haven't seen' or 'don't know' all of these musicals, as the selections last only a few minutes and the jokes explain themselves.
This is a fun and entertaining, satirical, tribute to Broadway musicals, its stars and creatives....
BWW Reviews: The Gershwins' PORGY AND BESS Reaches a New Audience
By all means GO SEE THIS PRODUCTION. The voices are amazing! In addition, you may never have another opportunity to experience music of the legendary Gershwins' at their very best, in a multi-award winning production....
BWW Reviews: Carrollwood Players' WHO MAID WHO? - Naughty, Bawdy, Fun!
The audience repeatedly howled with laughter. One patron exclaimed. 'I can't remember when I laughed so hard!' Another patron, (while trying to catch her breath), said 'This is hilarious!' And, LAUGHTER, is precisely how the audience reacted time and time again, at the Carrollwood Players current pr...
BBW Reviews: RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR - Magical, Dazzling, Timeless
Well, hold on to your hats, because this production 'IS' SPECTACULAR! It is a Magical, Dazzling, Timeless, and Elegant production! YOU MUST SEE IT, TO BELIEVE IT! 5 STARS!!!...
BWW Reviews: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE - A LIVE RADIO PLAY Offers New Twist on a Holiday Classic
Carrollwood Players have made their mark in the Tampa Bay Theatre scene, by producing innovative programming and exceptional, quality productions. This remains true with their latest 'gift' to us, with a new twist on a Holiday Classic, (perfect for the entire family), 'IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE' - A Liv...
BWW Reviews: THE BOOK OF MORMON - Crude, Rude, Offensive, and Sold Out
The electricity in Carol Morsani Hall, at the Straz Center in Tampa, for the opening performance of the National Tour of 'THE BOOK OF MORMON', was the closest I have experienced here, to the excitement of a Broadway opening night yet! The SOLD-OUT house was simply percolating, in anticipation of th...
BWW Reviews: BEHIND CLOSED DOORS Reveals All
It isn't often that Tampa Bay audiences have the golden opportunity to see a 'World Premier', by a local playwright. So, right off the bat, I say, 'BRAVO!' to the Carrollwood Players for their ambitious and innovative programming! And after seeing the play on opening night, in a theatre filled wit...
BWW Reviews: LES MISERABLES - A Triumph!
Kudos to Stage West for programming such an enormous and ambitious project. And the opening night performance was the BEST production I have ever seen at Stage West, - a TRIUMPH! Stage West's theatrical barre is raised to an all time height with this production! BRAVO!...
BWW Reviews: FIDDLER ON THE ROOF - A 'Tradition' With Lots of Heart
The lights dim in the cavernous hall, and the faint sound of a violin begins. Atop a thatched roof, is the vision of a Fiddler and then...the room becomes suddenly alive, in a grand opening, with the robust voices of over 50 peasant, villagers, singing 'TRADITION!..TRADITION!' And thus begins an en...
BWW Reviews: A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED - Comedy, Suspense, Mystery and Intrigue
'A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED' has it ALL. Comedy, Suspense, Mystery, and Intrigue! This is a 'MUST SEE' production....
BWW REVIEWS: SEX PLEASE, WE'RE SIXTY A Saucy, Senior Scandal
As in typical farce style, the cast is going in one door and out and through another. The unexpected turn of events will have you laughing and shaking your head in disbelief....
Videos
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Night Out with Cypress Creek Jazz Band Carrollwood Cultural Center (6/20-6/20) |
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Hamilton (Angelica Company) Straz Center [Carol Morsani Hall] (10/21-11/08) |
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Come from Away MAD Theatre of Tampa (6/11-6/28) |
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Tampa Metropolitan Improv On May 29, 2026 Carrollwood Cultural Center (5/29-5/29) |
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Carrollwood Jukebox Carrollwood Cultural Center (6/13-6/13) |
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Rush at Hard Rock Live Hard Rock Live (11/05-11/06) |
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Tampa Bay Rays vs. Boston Red Sox Tropicana Field (6/10-6/10) |
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Schoolhouse Rock Live! Carrollwood Cultural Center (7/17-7/26) |
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The Queen of Bingo On 27 May to 14 Jun 2026 Florida Repertory Theatre (5/27-6/14) |
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O.A.R. at St Augustine Amphitheatre St Augustine Amphitheatre (11/14-11/14) |
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