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Review: A Dazzling ROCKY HORROR SHOW Ushers in an Overwhelming Feeling of Love at Jobsite Theater
by Drew Eberhard - July 14, 2024
Something we knew we always wanted, but unexpected is how much we would need a show like this. Who’d of thought, Rocky Horror in July? If ever there was a truer testament to the old saying, “If you build it, they will come...,” then that would be none other than Jobsite and their production of Richard O’Brien’s titillating cult behemoth The Rocky Horror Show.
Review: Jobsite Theater's THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at the Jaeb
by Peter Nason - July 13, 2024
With a cast led by Clay Christopher as Dr. Frank-N-Furter, this is one glorious production that will be talked about for years.
Feature: Florida Fringe Groups Reach Out to Governor to Override Veto of Statewide Arts Funding
by Peter Nason - July 12, 2024
News of the veto two weeks ago was obviously bad for the arts communities--children’s museums, performing arts groups, youth programs, dance troupes. But then came the distasteful cherry on top, the reasoning why such severe action took place.
American Stage Lauches Campaign To Save Summer Production at Demens Landing Park
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2024
American Stage launches a campaign to save their popular PARK show, aiming to secure funding and support for future productions. Learn how you can help preserve this beloved community event.
Inner Circle Announce Summer World Tour Stop In St. Petersburg
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2024
Inner Circle, the Grammy-winning reggae band known for the 'Bad Boys' theme song, will perform at the Tampa Bay International Carnival in St. Petersburg on July 14 as part of their summer world tour.
Previews: SINGIN' IN THE RAIN at New Tampa Performing Arts Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - July 09, 2024
Adapted by Broadway icons Betty Comden and Adolph Green, the show recreates each iconic scene, music, and dance from the original screenplay.
Lab Theater Project's Annual Comedic Shorts Festival Opens This Thursday
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2024
 LAB Theater Project will present its annual comedic shorts festival, LAB Laughs, with 7 original, never performed plays, running July 11 - 21.
Review: Don't Miss FALSETTOS at Stageworks
by Peter Nason - June 22, 2024
Perfect to celebrate Pride Month!
American Stage Closes Season With THE FIGS
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2024
American Stage is closing out its 46th season with a world premiere. From July 10 - August 4, Doug Robinson’s The Figs will introduce audiences to a brand new fairytale and its eccentric cast of characters.
Previews: Patel Conservatory's THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 18, 2024
Michelle Petrucci reveals that this production boasts unique twists, such as a professional team of designers collaborating to bring the vision to life and introducing the Pro Technical Theater Track program. This initiative lets students learn directly from professional designers and technicians, offering invaluable hands-on experience during tech week and performances.
Review: MAD Theatre of Tampa Presents URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL at the Shimberg Playhouse
by Peter Nason - June 15, 2024
Dystopia and pee; there's nothing like URINETOWN!
Review: Bridget Bean's One Woman Show THE DROPPING WELL at the Tampa Fringe Festival
by Peter Nason - June 12, 2024
Bridget Bean is a born storyteller.  You can tell as she immediately enters the stage that she is 100% in her element.  If there’s anything we’ve learned from her past One Woman Shows (including Shirley Valentine and her Titanic Fringe piece from two years ago), it’s that this format works beautifully with her personality, her expressive face and that mesmerizing speaking voice.
Previews: URINETOWN at MAD Theatre Of Tampa
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 11, 2024
In today's politically charged climate, URINETOWN mirrors society's extremes. Director Cory Boyas encourages his young performers to delve into the material's political themes, reflecting, 'We are a divided country... so how can we not engage with it?' He sees the musical as representing the ideological spectrum, where 'Urinetown parallels this dynamic quite nicely.'
Review: Harmonie del Sur's BLOWING WIND: THE ORIGINAL NOISEMAKERS at the Tampa Fringe Festival
by Peter Nason - June 11, 2024
The Tampa Fringe Festival is like a Smorgasbord of the Arts; so many great works to choose from, some small, some large, some cool, some wacky. You get over a week to fill your plate with all of these unforgettable, mostly yummy works.  If you’re lucky enough to get into the wild SMUTTY BURLESQUE NERD: VULVA VA-VOOMS SHIP OF THESEUS or the memorable CAPTAIN HAVOC & THE BIG-TITTY BOG WITCHES, then you will be talking about it for days.  But what about the smaller shows, the ones that don’t have the words “vulva” or “titty” in their titles?
Straz Center COO Lorrin Shepard Retires After A Nearly 35-year Tenure
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2024
Lorrin Shepard retires from Straz Center after nearly 35 years, marking the end of an era for the Tampa-based performing arts venue.
Review: FALSETTOS PROVES TO BE VERY SOBERING at STAGEWORKS THEATRE
by Drew Eberhard - June 10, 2024
Falsettos, a primarily sung-through musical was written by William Finn and James Lapine and features two one-act installments March of the Falsettos and Falsettoland. The aforementioned are the last two additions to a trio of one-act musicals by Finn and Lapine, the other being called In Trousers.
Review: Deborah Bostock-Kelley's Powerful NOT ONE MORE at the Tampa Fringe Festival
by Peter Nason - June 09, 2024
The aftermath of a school shooting is examined in this potent piece by playwright Bostock-Kelley.
Review: Think Tank Theatre's YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN at freeFall
by Peter Nason - June 08, 2024
Happiness, sheer happiness!
Choreographer Ian Eastwood Joins The Elite Guest Faculty Of Broadway Theatre Project
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2024
Internationally recognized choreographer Ian Eastwood has joined Broadway Theatre Project's elite guest faculty, known for his viral dance films and work with top artists like Zendaya, Justin Bieber, and BTS's Jungkook.
Previews: FALSETTOS at Stageworks Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 06, 2024
On stage, June 6-23, Stageworks Theatre presents the musical 'Falsettos.'  This production promises to be a poignant and humorous exploration of modern family dynamics set against the backdrop of the early days of the AIDS crisis.
Feature: Don't Miss the 2024 TAMPA FRINGE FESTIVAL in Ybor City
by Peter Nason - June 06, 2024
Don't miss this year's offerings where there's something for everyone!
Review: TampaRep's NEXT TO NORMAL is a Theatrical Triumph at USF Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 03, 2024
TampaRep's NEXT TO NORMAL was, in one word, perfection. Expertly directed by Emilia Sargent, it was a theatrical triumph. The proof was that I could look across the stage and see patrons wiping their eyes and hear the quiet sniffling behind me. The intimate performance on Saturday night was a masterful blend of raw emotion, superb acting, and technical brilliance, leaving us spellbound.
Review: Tampa Repertory Theatre's Astonishing NEXT TO NORMAL
by Peter Nason - June 01, 2024
It's a show that's all aces, where the stellar cast, crew, music, and important storyline all come together to earn every standing ovation it will receive.
Review: CLUE: A NEW COMEDY, PROVES THE GAMES AFOOT at STRAZ CENTER
by Drew Eberhard - May 31, 2024
Adapted from the much-loved 1985 film, and the Hasbro Board Game, Clue: A New Comedy, is a murder mystery of a farcical nature that was written by Sandy Rustin and features additional materials by Hunter Foster and Eric Price.
Spotlight: NEXT TO NORMAL at TampaRep
by BWW Special Offer - May 31, 2024
Tony & Pulitzer-winning rock musical NEXT TO NORMAL comes to TampaRep

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