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Manatee Players' Kidz Camp to Present Disney's PETER PAN JR
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2014
Manatee Players' Kidz Camp will present performances of the musical Disney's PETER PAN, Jr. at the Manatee Performing Arts Center on June 27 at 7 p.m. & June 28 at 2 p.m.
BWW Reviews: THE CEMETERY CLUB - Laughter and Tears Abound, by Guest Reviewer Peter Nason
by Jimmy Ferraro - June 18, 2014
"The Cemetery Club" proves why the Carrollwood Players is considered one of the finest community theatres in the area; it does things right.
Manatee Perfoming Arts Center Conservatory Announces Fall 2014 Classes
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2014
The full schedule of classes and instructors has been announced for the new Conservatory of Performance and Technical Arts at Manatee Performing Arts Center.
Country Classic Lyle Lovett to Perform at the Van Wezel, 10/17
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2014
Grammy Award Winning Country Artist Lyle Lovett to entertain at the Van Wezel for the first time with his classic songs. Don't miss out on a chance to see a living legend on October 17th, 2014! Tickets go on sale to the public on June 20th, 2014.
FST Presents the 6th Annual Sarasota Improv Festival, 7/11-12
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2014
Summer's here and the snowbirds have migrated back up north. That means it's time again for the annual funny fest known as the Sarasota Improv Festival. The non-stop laughter returns on July 11 and 12 for two days and nights of unpredictable and hysterical comedy, with 17 of the hottest groups on the national improv scene.
freeFall Theatre's THE BURNT PART BOYS to Open Today
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2014
freeFall Theatre's upcoming production of THE BURNT PART BOYS takes you out of St. Pete, Florida and deep into West Virginia's coal mines, following the very human experience of fourteen-year-old Pete, his brother Jake and their friends. As these daring young people journey into the coal mine known as "the burnt part", the same mine that took their fathers' lives, audiences are challenged to experience and perceive the streaks of light and the depths of the darkness that lie in each of us. By turns magical, inspiring, raucous, and playful it is a coming-of-age tale in the finest vein of the genre that people from all walks of life can relate to.
CAMELOT Changes Van Wezel Date
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2014
Camelot, the enchanting, four-time Tony Award®-winning fable of chivalry, majesty, and brotherhood has changed the date of its performance at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. The new date is November 30, 2014. All subscriber tickets which have already been purchased will be transferred to the new date. The Box Office will be contacting subscription ticket holders soon.
Carrollwood Players Theatre Present THE CEMETERY CLUB, 6/13-28
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2014
Ivan Menchell's bittersweet comedy, The Cemetery Club, is the story of three widows in Queens. They are the surviving half of three sets of long time best friends, each of whom is in a different stage of healing and moving on with her life. Once a month the three women meet to pay their respects to their husbands, who are all buried in the same cemetery. The women are bound together by their hurt, their healing and the discovery that they are more alike than they believed.
Garden Theatre Kicks Off 2014 Summer Movie Series Today
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2014
The Garden Theatre is pleased to announce the 2014 Summer Movie Series, running from today, June 12 through August 22 at the Garden Theatre (160 West Plant Street). This summer's line-up includes 20 feature-length films: Thursday Vintage Favorites and Friday Cult Classics.
Audra McDonald to Return to The Van Wezel, 3/22/2015
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2014
After winning her record 6th Tony Award Sunday night, Audra McDonald is finding her way back to the Van Wezel for an awe inspiring solo performance. March 22nd, 2015 at 7:00pm. Tickets on sale now.
Florida Studio Theatre Presents AT THE HOP by The Alley Cats, Now thru 7/6
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2014
America's Premiere Doo-Wop group is coming to FST's Court Cabaret as the first act in the Summer Cabaret Sidekicks Series. This dynamic a cappella group will perform their hit show, At The Hop, beginning today, June 10 and running through July 6. Performing songs of the 50s and 60s, this lively group entertains with a spontaneous humor and refreshing contemporary style of song. Celebrating their 25th anniversary, The Alley Cats are a perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing. Featuring songs such as 'Life Could Be a Dream,' 'Rock 'N' Roll Is Here To Stay,' and 'Duke Of Earl.'
PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, AT THE HOP and More Make Up FST's 2014 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2014
Florida Studio Theatre presents an exciting new Summer Mainstage and Cabaret Season. The Mainstage kicks off with the foot-stomping musical Pump Boys and Dinettes, the humorous and inspirational drama Becoming Dr. Ruth, and the thought-provoking Taking Shakespeare. The Summer Cabaret Season will consist of At The Hop, by America's Premiere Doo-Wop group, The Alley Cats, Clearly Invisible: Magic Up Close with Carl Seiger, and Somewhere Over the Rose, The Songs and Stories of Judy Garland and Bette Midler.
BARITONES UNBOUND Opens Tonight at Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2014
Spotlighting some of the greatest music ever written for this classically American register, Baritones UnBound: Celebrating the UnCommon Voice of the Common Man opens tonight, June 7 and runs through Sunday, June 29 at Asolo Rep. Baritones UnBound was originally produced in Boston, MA by ArtsEmerson: The World On Stage [Rob Orchard, Founder and Executive Director; David Dower, Director of Artistic Programs] in association with Holy Moses, Inc.
Daphne Ferraro to Bring EVOLUTION OF DRAG to freeFall Theatre, 6/29
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2014
Drag performer and producer Daphne Ferraro brings her smash hit multi-media drag extravaganza to St. Pete just in time for Pride weekend. This show has packed houses throughout Central Florida and is a unique mix of comedy, history lesson and dazzling drag pageant. Daphne Ferraro will be joined by 10 of Florida's top female impersonators including Bay Area favorites Crystle Chambers, Jaeda Fuentes, Chi Chi LaLique, Aspen Love, Sasha Santiago, Kathryn Nevets and many more.
Florida Studio Theatre Presents BECOMING DR. RUTH, 6/25
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2014
Florida Studio Theatre announces the opening of the second show in the Summer Mainstage Season Becoming Dr. Ruth, by Mark St. Germain. The show will open in the Keating Theatre June 25 and run through July 27, 2014. Subscriptions to see all three shows of the season can be purchased for as little as $39. Single tickets range from $34-44. Tickets may be purchased online at FloridaStudioTheatre.org, by phone at (941) 366-9000, or by visiting the Box Office.
West Coast Players Present DOG SEES GOD, Now thru 6/22
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2014
What does it take to face the pressure of peers and be who you really are? This play captures the lives of a group of kids from a beloved comic strip who have now entered their teens and are dealing with the changes and struggles of that tumultuous time in life. The story centers around CB, whose beagle has just died from rabies, and explores his changing relationships with his friends and the issues of drug use, suicide, eating disorders, teen violence, rebellion and sexual identity.
Photo Flash: First Look at freeFall Theatre's THE BURNT PART BOYS!
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2014
freeFall Theatre's upcoming production of THE BURNT PART BOYS takes you out of St. Pete, Florida and deep into West Virginia's coal mines, following the very human experience of fourteen-year-old Pete, his brother Jake and their friends. As these daring young people journey into the coal mine known as "the burnt part", the same mine that took their fathers' lives, audiences are challenged to experience and perceive the streaks of light and the depths of the darkness that lie in each of us.
Florida Studio Theatre Presents PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, Now thru 6/29
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2014
Florida Studio Theatre announces the opening of the first show in the Summer Mainstage Season Pump Boys and Dinettes, book, lyrics, and music by John Foley, Mark Hardwick, Debra Monk, Cass Morgan, John Schimmel, and Jim Wann. The show will open in the Gompertz Theatre today, June 4 and run through June 29, 2014.
PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, AT THE HOP and More Make Up FST's 2014 Summer Season
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2014
Florida Studio Theatre presents an exciting new Summer Mainstage and Cabaret Season. The Mainstage kicks off with the foot-stomping musical Pump Boys and Dinettes, the humorous and inspirational drama Becoming Dr. Ruth, and the thought-provoking Taking Shakespeare. The Summer Cabaret Season will consist of At The Hop, by America's Premiere Doo-Wop group, The Alley Cats, Clearly Invisible: Magic Up Close with Carl Seiger, and Somewhere Over the Rose, The Songs and Stories of Judy Garland and Bette Midler.
BWW Seeks Editors in St. Petersburg, FL
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2014
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in St. Petersburg, FL.
Carrollwood Players Theatre Present THE CEMETERY CLUB, 6/13-28
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2014
Ivan Menchell's bittersweet comedy, The Cemetery Club, is the story of three widows in Queens. They are the surviving half of three sets of long time best friends, each of whom is in a different stage of healing and moving on with her life. Once a month the three women meet to pay their respects to their husbands, who are all buried in the same cemetery. The women are bound together by their hurt, their healing and the discovery that they are more alike than they believed.
World Premiere of Documentary Surf Film SWELLS OF INTEREST Set for 5/31 at Surfside Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2014
World premiere of Diana Wehrell-Grabowski's SWELLS OF INTEREST is set for Saturday, May 31 at Surfside Playhouse. Doors open at 7:00pm, and admission is $5.00. The event will feature live music by The Aquanuts.
Carrollwood Players Theatre Kicks Off Annual ONE ACT WEEKEND
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2014
Carrollwood Players Theatre presents its annual ONE ACT WEEKEND!
freeFall Theatre's THE BURNT PART BOYS to Open 6/14
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2014
freeFall Theatre's upcoming production of THE BURNT PART BOYS takes you out of St. Pete, Florida and deep into West Virginia's coal mines, following the very human experience of fourteen-year-old Pete, his brother Jake and their friends. As these daring young people journey into the coal mine known as "the burnt part", the same mine that took their fathers' lives, audiences are challenged to experience and perceive the streaks of light and the depths of the darkness that lie in each of us. By turns magical, inspiring, raucous, and playful it is a coming-of-age tale in the finest vein of the genre that people from all walks of life can relate to.
Susan Boyle Coming to Van Wezel, 11/5
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2014
Grammy nominated singing sensation Susan Boyle is embarking on her first US tour in October 2014. She will perform at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on November 5. Tickets go on sale to the public on Monday, June 9 at 10am.

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