Previews: BIPOC PLAY-READING SERIES: THE MOURNERS at Straz Center's TECO Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 31, 2024
THE MOURNERS, a play about an estranged family coming together during Hurricane Maria after a tragic suicide, written during the pandemic, was inspired loosely by true events: the playwright's loss of her sister to suicide in 2017, compounded six months later by Hurricane Maria hitting family in Puerto Rico.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 31, 2024
THE MOURNERS, a play about an estranged family coming together during Hurricane Maria after a tragic suicide, written during the pandemic, was inspired loosely by true events: the playwright's loss of her sister to suicide in 2017, compounded six months later by Hurricane Maria hitting family in Puerto Rico.
Previews: Powerstories launches ChangemakHERS and 4TH ANNUAL VOICES OF WOMEN THEATRE FESTIVAL at USF Theatre and Digital
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 30, 2024
With a tagline of EmpowerHER. InspirHER. AmplifiHER., the festival gives women a safe and inclusive place to tell their stories and inspire audiences worldwide. This year, the festival will feature live-in-theatre 10-minute self-produced productions, three live-in-theatre 60-minute performances selected and produced by Powerstories, and 60-minute digital submissions.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 30, 2024
With a tagline of EmpowerHER. InspirHER. AmplifiHER., the festival gives women a safe and inclusive place to tell their stories and inspire audiences worldwide. This year, the festival will feature live-in-theatre 10-minute self-produced productions, three live-in-theatre 60-minute performances selected and produced by Powerstories, and 60-minute digital submissions.
New Tampa Players Casting Tap Dancers and Singers for SINGIN IN THE RAIN
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 29, 2024
Do you love tap dancing and/or singing? Audition for New Tampa Players Singin in the Rain! NTP Singin in the Rain is a spectacular production this summer celebrating the golden age of Hollywood featuring dazzling choreography, catchy songs, and a splash of romance. Dance auditions are April 27th, vocal auditions are Monday, April 29th. Register at bit.ly/NTPrain.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 29, 2024
Do you love tap dancing and/or singing? Audition for New Tampa Players Singin in the Rain! NTP Singin in the Rain is a spectacular production this summer celebrating the golden age of Hollywood featuring dazzling choreography, catchy songs, and a splash of romance. Dance auditions are April 27th, vocal auditions are Monday, April 29th. Register at bit.ly/NTPrain.
Francis Wilson Playhouse to Present Clearwater Premiere of SOMETHING ROTTEN
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2024
Now in its 94th season, Francis Wilson Playhouse will present the Clearwater premiere of Something Rotten. Learn more about the production here!
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2024
Now in its 94th season, Francis Wilson Playhouse will present the Clearwater premiere of Something Rotten. Learn more about the production here!
Video: Watch a Preview for MOMIX - ALICE, Playing at the Straz Center This March
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2024
Watch a video preview of MOMIX - Alice, coming to the Straz Center's Morsini Hall on Sunday, March 17th at 7pm here!
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2024
Watch a video preview of MOMIX - Alice, coming to the Straz Center's Morsini Hall on Sunday, March 17th at 7pm here!
Review: MAD Theatre Presents THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at the Straz Center's Shimberg Playhouse
by Peter Nason - January 28, 2024
Quirky, irreverent, and so much fun, the show even offers audience members the chance to go onstage to be a part of the Bee.
by Peter Nason - January 28, 2024
Quirky, irreverent, and so much fun, the show even offers audience members the chance to go onstage to be a part of the Bee.
Review: Shakespeare's TWELFTH NIGHT Proves to Be a Romantic Case of Mistaken Identities at Jobsite Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - January 28, 2024
Twelfth Night is a romantic comedy written by William Shakespeare. Its central story revolves around twins Viola and Sebastian who were separated in a shipwreck. Viola (disguised as Cesario) falls in love with Count Orsino, who also happens to be in love with Olivia.
by Drew Eberhard - January 28, 2024
Twelfth Night is a romantic comedy written by William Shakespeare. Its central story revolves around twins Viola and Sebastian who were separated in a shipwreck. Viola (disguised as Cesario) falls in love with Count Orsino, who also happens to be in love with Olivia.
LIFT EVERY VOICE 2024 to Showcase Six New Works From Emerging Talents
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2024
Six new plays to lift every voice are coming to the stage. Get ready for an exciting lineup of diverse and thought-provoking productions. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the power of storytelling.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2024
Six new plays to lift every voice are coming to the stage. Get ready for an exciting lineup of diverse and thought-provoking productions. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the power of storytelling.
Review: Adam Rapp's NOCTURNE Starring Drew Eberhard Will Break Your Heart
by Peter Nason - January 24, 2024
My father’s mom died in 1955. After my own mother passed away fifty-one years later, one of my sisters asked my father the following question: “How long did it take you to get over the loss of your mother?” My father, now an old man, pondered the question, remembering his mother who had died a half century earlier, then answered quite succinctly but with a sad smile: “I’ll let you know.”
by Peter Nason - January 24, 2024
My father’s mom died in 1955. After my own mother passed away fifty-one years later, one of my sisters asked my father the following question: “How long did it take you to get over the loss of your mother?” My father, now an old man, pondered the question, remembering his mother who had died a half century earlier, then answered quite succinctly but with a sad smile: “I’ll let you know.”
Photos: Inside The World Premiere of ROCK ME AMADEUS - LIVE! in Tampa
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2024
The highly anticipated world premiere of the rock-meets-classical fusion concert experience, Rock Me Amadeus - Live!, came to the stage last Sunday, January 21st, at the David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa, FL. Check out photos here!
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2024
The highly anticipated world premiere of the rock-meets-classical fusion concert experience, Rock Me Amadeus - Live!, came to the stage last Sunday, January 21st, at the David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa, FL. Check out photos here!
Previews: WILLY WONKA JR at Ovations Repertory Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 23, 2024
The show is directed by Orlando Pena, the artistic director of Ovations Dance Academy, who has over 30 years of experience in the dance industry. Pena says that he chose this musical because he loves the story, the characters, and the message of the show.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 23, 2024
The show is directed by Orlando Pena, the artistic director of Ovations Dance Academy, who has over 30 years of experience in the dance industry. Pena says that he chose this musical because he loves the story, the characters, and the message of the show.
Video: Cast Of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY On The Show In Three Words
by Joshua Wright - January 23, 2024
Watch as the cast of Girl From The North Country on tour tell you about the show in just three words. Girl From The North Country is the Tony Award®-winning new musical that the Chicago Tribune declares is “a Broadway revelation!”
by Joshua Wright - January 23, 2024
Watch as the cast of Girl From The North Country on tour tell you about the show in just three words. Girl From The North Country is the Tony Award®-winning new musical that the Chicago Tribune declares is “a Broadway revelation!”
I AM MY OWN WIFE Comes to Stageworks Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2024
Stageworks Theatre kicks off 2024 with I Am My Own Wife, a poignant exploration of identity, survival, and the enduring human spirit. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2024
Stageworks Theatre kicks off 2024 with I Am My Own Wife, a poignant exploration of identity, survival, and the enduring human spirit. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Casting Set For FreeFall's GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2024
Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, pays homage to Vonnegut's witty humor and energetic dialogue with an infectious score by the Oscar-winning team of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2024
Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, pays homage to Vonnegut's witty humor and energetic dialogue with an infectious score by the Oscar-winning team of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman.
Previews: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE By MAD Theatre At Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 22, 2024
The show features a fast-paced, witty, and touching book by Rachel Sheinkin and a fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, who also wrote the music for Falsettos and A New Brain. The Tony-award-winning show is under Music Direction of Megan Zeitler, Choreography by Evan Lomba with Artistic Director, Tony Gilkinson, and directed by Casey Vaughan.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 22, 2024
The show features a fast-paced, witty, and touching book by Rachel Sheinkin and a fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, who also wrote the music for Falsettos and A New Brain. The Tony-award-winning show is under Music Direction of Megan Zeitler, Choreography by Evan Lomba with Artistic Director, Tony Gilkinson, and directed by Casey Vaughan.
Class Acts to Present MAD LIBS LIVE! At Mahaffey Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
Celebrate the rising stars of Pinellas County as local high school talent takes center stage in 'Mad Libs Live!' at Mahaffey Theater.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2024
Celebrate the rising stars of Pinellas County as local high school talent takes center stage in 'Mad Libs Live!' at Mahaffey Theater.
Review: A Gripping, Thought-Provoking & Highly Entertaining INHERIT THE WIND at the Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Peter Nason - January 22, 2024
Led by two incredible performances and a visionary director, it's a production where everything goes right.
by Peter Nason - January 22, 2024
Led by two incredible performances and a visionary director, it's a production where everything goes right.
Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards
by BWW Awards - January 19, 2024
Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Tampa! Winners include MAD Theatre of Tampa, Carrollwood Players and more.
by BWW Awards - January 19, 2024
Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Tampa Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Tampa! Winners include MAD Theatre of Tampa, Carrollwood Players and more.
Lennon And Thatcher Mix It Up In The U.S. Premiere Of WHISKEY & SODA At The Off-Central Players
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2024
John Lennon and Margaret Thatcher mix it up in the U.S. premiere of ‘Whiskey & Soda’ at OCP. Sparks fly, wits are matched, laughs exchanged, and life lessons learned in this play that pits the beloved ex-Beatle against the Prime Minister.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2024
John Lennon and Margaret Thatcher mix it up in the U.S. premiere of ‘Whiskey & Soda’ at OCP. Sparks fly, wits are matched, laughs exchanged, and life lessons learned in this play that pits the beloved ex-Beatle against the Prime Minister.
Photos: First Look At TWELFTH NIGHT At Jobsite Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2024
Jobsite, resident theater company of the Straz Center and 6x finalist for the NEA’s prestigious Shakespeare in American Communities Award, brings Shakespeare’s most musical of comedies to the Jaeb Theater. “If music be the food of love, play on!” See photos from their production of Twelfth Night.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2024
Jobsite, resident theater company of the Straz Center and 6x finalist for the NEA’s prestigious Shakespeare in American Communities Award, brings Shakespeare’s most musical of comedies to the Jaeb Theater. “If music be the food of love, play on!” See photos from their production of Twelfth Night.
Review: A Dazzling, Inventive Adaptation Of Sondheim's COMPANY Lights Up The Room And Our Hearts At Straz Center For The Performing Arts
by Drew Eberhard - January 12, 2024
What did our critic think of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's COMPANY at Straz Center For The Performing Arts?
by Drew Eberhard - January 12, 2024
What did our critic think of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's COMPANY at Straz Center For The Performing Arts?
Previews: SHE KILLS MONSTERS at ThinkTank Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 11, 2024
Set in 1995 with music and references to the 1990s aplenty, the play is about Agnes Evens grieving the unexpected loss of her sister, Tilly. Though the siblings weren't especially close, a notebook containing a D&D game scenario her sister created helps Agnes discover things about Tilly that she never knew.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 11, 2024
Set in 1995 with music and references to the 1990s aplenty, the play is about Agnes Evens grieving the unexpected loss of her sister, Tilly. Though the siblings weren't especially close, a notebook containing a D&D game scenario her sister created helps Agnes discover things about Tilly that she never knew.
Previews: ARTS LEGACY REMIX PROJECT LET FREEDOM RING at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 10, 2024
Performing at the first ARTS LEGACY REMIX PROJECT: Let Freedom Ring in 2024 are the choir Voices of Unity, singers from Walton Academy, spoken word artist 13th Disciple, Star Divas Step Team, and musicians Juice.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - January 10, 2024
Performing at the first ARTS LEGACY REMIX PROJECT: Let Freedom Ring in 2024 are the choir Voices of Unity, singers from Walton Academy, spoken word artist 13th Disciple, Star Divas Step Team, and musicians Juice.
TampaRep to Present STRAIGHT WHITE MEN in February
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2024
TampaRep presents Straight White Men, a provocative comedy exploring identity, privilege, and masculinity in contemporary America. Follow three brothers as they navigate family dynamics during the holiday season.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2024
TampaRep presents Straight White Men, a provocative comedy exploring identity, privilege, and masculinity in contemporary America. Follow three brothers as they navigate family dynamics during the holiday season.
ThinkTank Theatre's SHE KILLS MONSTERS By Qui Nguyen Opens This Friday January 12th
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2024
ThinkTank Theatre’s She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen opens this Friday, January 12th. Don't miss this hilarious and heartfelt production running from January 11th-21st at Stageworks Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2024
ThinkTank Theatre’s She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen opens this Friday, January 12th. Don't miss this hilarious and heartfelt production running from January 11th-21st at Stageworks Theatre.
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