Tampa Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Tampa from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
Previews: DEAR JACK DEAR LOUISE at TampaRep
Directed by Robin Gordon and featuring Cameron Kubly and Katie Davis, the production tells the true WWII story of two young Jewish Americans who fall in love through letters.
Christina Rose Hall and Aaron Kaburick Join BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
Ann Wilson, Rita Rudner, The Wailers and More Set for Ruth Eckerd Hall in 2026
Ruth Eckerd Hall and its affiliated venues have announced a new lineup of concerts and special events, including Ann Wilson, Rita Rudner, The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA, Reggae Sound Splash Fest featuring The Wailers, Third World, Inner Circle, and The Skatalites, plus the return of the annual Chris
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from June 2026
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
Lane Hosmer Appointed Chief Development Officer Of Tampa's Straz Center
Lane Hosmer has been named as chief development officer of Tampa's David A.
Previews: CROSS & THE SABER at LAB Theatre Project
Lab Theater Project premieres The Cross & The Saber tomorrow, launching a tense and thought‑provoking world‑future drama that follows ordinary citizens caught in the tightening grip of rising nationalism, shifting faith structures, and expanding government control.
Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
Studio@620 Launches Off-Site Art Galleries
The Studio@620 has forged a dual partnership with Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) to launch off-site art galleries.
Review: MAD Theatre of Tampa's COME FROM AWAY at the Shimberg Playhouse
In a coup for MAD Theatre of Tampa, their company is the first community theatre in Florida to present this incredibly moving and heartfelt musical.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
THE CROSS & THE SABER World Premiere to Open at LAB Theater Project
Playwright Wendy Graf's THE CROSS & THE SABER, a darkly comic look at a near-future America, will have its world premiere at LAB Theater Project in Tampa, timed to the nation's 250th anniversary.
HARD LAUNCH WORLD TOUR: Dan and Phil to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall
Dan and Phil will bring their Hard Launch World Tour to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, featuring a live stage show built around comedy, oversharing, and their chart-topping Hard Launch podcast.
STARSHIP Featuring Mickey Thomas & John Waite to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall
Ruth Eckerd Hall will present STARSHIP featuring Mickey Thomas and John Waite in Clearwater.
RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC to Return to Ruth Eckerd Hall
Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater will present Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the Mick Fleetwood-endorsed tribute act.
AJ McLean of Backstreet Boys to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall
GRAMMY-nominated Backstreet Boys member AJ McLean will perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, FL, supporting his new solo album, My Name is Alexander James.
PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE to Perform at Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater
Pure Prairie League will perform at the Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, supporting their new album Back On Track.
DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE Will Come to TampaRep in July
Tampa Repertory Theatre has announced the cast for its upcoming production of Dear Jack, Dear Louise, Ken Ludwig’s heartfelt romantic comedy inspired by the true story of his parents’ courtship during World War II.
Previews: 1776 at Eight O'Clock Theatre
Eight O’Clock Theatre reimagines 1776 for the 250th Anniversary with a sharp, contemporary staging that brings the Continental Congress into the world of today.
AMERICAN IDIOT to Open at Straz Center With Principal Cast Revealed
Jobsite Theater's production of Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT is set to open at the Straz Center in Tampa, with the principal cast now announced for the rock opera.
WAITRESS Will Embark on 10th Anniversary North American Tour This Fall
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
HAIRBALL to Bring 'Balls To The Wall Tour' to Ruth Eckerd Hall
Hairball, the arena rock tribute act known for recreating Van Halen, KISS, Queen, and more with pyrotechnics and full production, will perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater.
Previews: 2026 JIMMY AWARDS at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre
Tampa Bay’s Broadway Stars of the Future winners, Jayden Vega and Emma Armstrong, are on their way to New York to join 116 of the nation’s top high‑school performers at the 17th Annual Jimmy Awards, taking place Monday, June 22, 2026 at 7:30 PM at Broadway’s Minskoff Theatre.
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Conscience Powerstories Theatre @Stageworks Theatre (8/14-8/16) |
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The Last Unicorn The Tampa Fringe Theatre (8/13-8/23) |
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St. Pete Country Fest – Friday Vinoy Park (11/20-11/20) |
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R.U.R. (Rossum's Universal Robots) Carrollwood Cultural Center (8/22-8/23) |
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Spoon River Anthology: Voices from the Grave TheatreFor (7/31-8/09) PHOTOS |
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American Idiot Jobsite Theater (7/15-8/09) |
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Wicked Straz Center [Carol Morsani Hall] (2/03-2/28) |
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Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026 Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Event Center (11/19-11/19) |
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Load Bearing Walls The Off-Central Players (3/25-4/04) |
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Disney's Frozen Jr. Richey Suncoast Theatre (8/06-8/09) |