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Asolo Rep to Host Veterans Celebration at SOUTH PACIFIC on Nov 11
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2014
Asolo Rep is proud to host military personnel, veterans and their families at the first preview performance of SOUTH PACIFIC. This special event will feature a patriotic pre-show performance by the Sarasota High School Mighty Sailor Band from 6:50 to 7:20pm on Tuesday, November 11, 2014.
Photo Flash: First Look at Jobsite Theater's VAMPIRE LESBIANS OF SODOM
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2014
Jobsite Theater joins a nationwide tribute to the master of camp, 30 Years of Charles Busch - A Celebration, in conjunction with the company's favorite holiday! VAMPIRE LESBIANS OF SODOM will be directed by David M. Jenkins and runs October 29 through November 23, 2014 at the Shimberg Playhouse, Straz Center for the Performing Arts. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
BWW Reviews: ANNE FRANK AND ME at 2nd Stage Studio in Clearwater
by Peter Nason - October 27, 2014
A new theatre company tackles this teenage view of the Holocaust, set in both the 1990's and the 1940's. It's like 'Night and Fog' as written by John Hughes.
FST Kicks Off Kids Komedy Club Today
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2014
The kids from Florida Studio Theatre's Kids Komedy Club are back, performing their knee-slapping sketches on the Goldstein Cabaret stage on select Saturday mornings at 11:00am. The Kids Komedy Club (KKC) Season opens today, October 25 and will leave you in pain from side-splitting laughter. Tickets are $6 and include lunch and a drink.
The Capitol Steps to Return to the Van Wezel, 11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2014
The Capitol Steps, a Washington DC-based comedy troupe that began as a group of Senate Staffers, will present a show based on songs from their 2014 album “How to Succeed In Congress Without Really Lying” at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Nov. 1. Just in time to help you laugh off the chaos of the mid-term election.
St. Petersburg City Theatre's 'DRACULA' Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2014
St. Petersburg City Theatre is putting the fun into fundraiser with a cheeky adaption of an 'Oh, so British' Pantomime, or Panto. Dracula is on the loose in London hunting for the keys to Vlad the Impaler's treasure with Sapphi the vampire slayer in hot pursuit. Coco Van Helsing and Lucy Lastic are not far behind. When they all meet up in Transylvania raucous chaos ensues. Music, outrageous comedy and audience participation...come see what the rowdy fun is all about.
BWW Reviews: Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA - A New Girl of the Cinders
by Jimmy Ferraro - October 23, 2014
If you like classic fairytales with a new, comedic, contemporary twist, Rodgers + Hammerstein's "CINDERELLA" is the show for you, and the entire family!
THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS Plays Manatee Performing Arts Center, Now thru 11/9
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2014
The Manatee Players' production of the two stepping, hand clapping musical THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS opens at the Manatee Performing Arts Center tonight, October 23 and plays through Sunday November 9, 2014.
King Center Kicks Off 20th Anniversary Season Today
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2014
The King Center's Theatre for Youth and Outreach Program will be beginning its 20th Anniversary season today, October 21st with 'School House Rock,' and featuring other shows, including 'Imaginocean,' 'Lady Bug,' and more.
BWW Reviews: Thought-Provoking NUREYEV'S EYES at American Stage
by Peter Nason - October 19, 2014
Two actors in top form capture the spirit of Rudolf Nureyev and Jamie Wyeth in a wonderfully intimate production that needs to be seen during its brief run.
BWW Reviews: SUITE SURRENDER at the Carrollwood Players
by Peter Nason - October 19, 2014
Despite some issues, it's best to surrender to the show's madcap hilarity, marvelous set and memorable characters.
New Musical AIN'T RETIREMENT GRAND Opens Tonight at the Studio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2014
After the critically acclaimed, opening Summer Season of the Musical Comedy, 'CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES', the World Premiere Musical Comedy, 'COUPLED', and the Musical Cabaret, 'The SINGING DIVAS of BROADWAY & HOLLYWOOD', Jimmy Ferraro's STUDIO THEATRE, 5732 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL presents the GRAND OPENING Main Season, with the hilarious NEW Musical, 'AIN'T RETIREMENT GRAND'. The production stars MATTHEW RULEY, VICKY STINNETT, PETE CLAPSIS, and TRACIE CALLAHAN.
Florida Studio Theatre to Host Education Open House, 11/1
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2014
Education classes are in full swing at Florida Studio Theatre. On November 1, FST offers a live, in-action glimpse of the inner workings of FST's theatre school at the Education Open House. Showcasing the various educational programs FST has to offer, parents and potential students will get an inside look at the Florida Studio Theatre School between 10am and 12pm. For more information, please contact Pamela Smith, Education Administrator, at 941-366-1350.
FST to Kick Off Kids Komedy Club, October 25
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2014
The kids from Florida Studio Theatre's Kids Komedy Club are back, performing their knee-slapping sketches on the Goldstein Cabaret stage on select Saturday mornings at 11:00am. The Kids Komedy Club (KKC) Season opens on October 25 and will leave you in pain from side-splitting laughter.
FST's Winter Mainstage Season Begins with HAIRSPRAY
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2014
FST opens the Winter Mainstage Season with the energetic and colorful production of Hairspray based on the film by John Waters, with book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan, music by Marc Shaiman, and lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Hairspray opens on November 15 and runs in the Gompertz Theatre through January 4, 2015. Subscriptions for all four shows can be purchased for as little as $49 online at Floridastudiotheatre.org, by phone at (941) 366-9000, or by visiting the Box Office
BWW Reviews: Vastly Entertaining SUPERIOR DONUTS at Stageworks
by Peter Nason - October 13, 2014
Travis Brown makes a stunning debut with a top-notch cast in this wonderfully acted show that should not be missed.
BWW Reviews: Glorious INTO THE WOODS at freeFall
by Peter Nason - October 13, 2014
This beautifully surreal production of INTO THE WOODS is the finest production of a Sondheim musical I have had the pleasure of seeing on the stage.
Spanish Lyric Theatre Announces Cabaret Series Partnership With 100-Year-Old Historic Centro Asturiano
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2014
Spanish Lyric Theatre and SLT Productions, the nation's oldest Hispanic theatre company and the longest running theatre in the greater Tampa Bay Area, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Centro Asturiano de Tampa to present a professional Las Vegas-style theatrical cabaret series during the 2014-2015 season.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training to Present THE WATER ENGINE
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2014
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training's 2014-15 season opens with Pulitzer Prize winning and Tony Award nominated American playwright David Mamet's riveting drama THE WATER ENGINE. Originally written as a radio drama for NPR, the play made its stage debut in 1977 and received a Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding New Play.
Nominations Open for the 2014 Tampa Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 09, 2014
Nominations have now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Tampa Regional Awards!
Nominations Open for the 2014 St. Petersburg Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - October 07, 2014
Nominations have now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld St. Petersburg Regional Awards!
Photo Flash: Publicity Shots for freeFall Theatre's INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2014
freeFall Theatre's 2014/15 season, AN ESCAPE FROM REALITY, opens with Stephen Sondheim's classic musical take on what happens after happily ever after. INTO THE WOODS is one of freeFall's top-requested shows and is the second Sondheim musical produced at the theatre since the inaugural production of THE FROGS in 2010. Artistic Director Eric Davis has created a new and exciting staging that will delight and intrigue audiences of all ages with its imaginative storytelling.
freeFall to Open Season with INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2014
freeFall Theatre's 2014/15 season, AN ESCAPE FROM REALITY, opens with Stephen Sondheim's classic musical take on what happens after happily ever after. INTO THE WOODS is one of freeFall's top-requested shows and is the second Sondheim musical produced at the theatre since the inaugural production of THE FROGS in 2010. Artistic Director Eric Davis has created a new and exciting staging that will delight and intrigue audiences of all ages with its imaginative storytelling.
West Coast Players Presents BAGGAGE by Sam Bobrick, 11/07-23
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2014
West Coast Players will present the quirky romantic comedy Baggage by Sam Bobrick November 7-23, 2014. Two difficult single people get their luggage mixed up at the airport. After a very disagreeable first encounter, the two decide to help each other get over their heartaches by forcing a friendship. They soon discover that while they may be too difficult for everyone else in the world, they are perfect for each other.
THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS to Play Manatee Performing Arts Center, 10/23-11/9
by BWW News Desk - September 25, 2014
The Manatee Players' production of the two stepping, hand clapping musical THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS opens at the Manatee Performing Arts Center on Thursday October 23 and plays through Sunday November 9, 2014.

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