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Review: Tampa Bay Regional Premiere of THE PROM Takes Center Stage at Mad Theatre of Tampa
by Drew Eberhard - July 16, 2023
The Prom a new musical with music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin, and a book by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin is based on an original concept by Jack Viertel.
Previews: CARRIE THE MUSICAL at Progressive Arts
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - July 13, 2023
Progressive Arts is recognized as a boutique conservatory and local community theater company for pre-teens, teens, and adults of all abilities and talents. It is inclusive of special needs actors and their families.
Previews: BARNUM at Eight O'Clock Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - July 13, 2023
The musical features Domenic Biseti as P.T. Barnum, Lisa Prieto as Charity Barnum, Gloria Rice as Jenny Lind, James Grenelle as Ringmaster/James Bailey, and ensemble cast Katrina Young as Joice Heth/Blues Singer, Sarah Dunn as Tom Thumb, Tony Schmitt as Amos Scudder, Victoria Baumann as Julius Goldschmidt, Jay Allen as Chester Lyman, Sam Kantrowitz as Sherwood Stratton, Greg Bowen as Wilton, Fox Gomer as Edgar Templeton, Leila Wilson as Humbert Morrissey, Katelyn DeVries as First Woman, Anabela Johnson as Second Woman, Aidan Anderson as Ensemble, and Lizzie Pereda Camp as Mrs. Stratton.
THE PROM Comes to MAD Theatre Of Tampa
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
MAD Theatre of Tampa will be opening 'The Prom,' a musical that celebrates acceptance and authenticity even in challenging times. With its powerful message and energetic performances, 'The Prom' promises to be the summer's biggest hit.
FALSETTOS, OUR TOWN & More Set for Stageworks Theatre 2023 – 2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2023
Stageworks Theatre, Tampa's longest-running professional theatre company, will raise the curtain on six new productions for its 2023 - 2024 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Student Blog: Attempting To Introduce 1st Graders to Jonathan Larson
by Student Blogger: Aubrey Donovan - July 03, 2023
Instead of heading straight for “1, 2, 3. Eyes on me,” I decided that we were going to try to be a bit more creative. I was going to remix Jonathan Larson’s “Boho Days.”
American Stage Presents Bilingual Production of LA GRINGA An Authentic Cultural Experience
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2023
American Stage has announced its upcoming production of 'La Gringa,' a compelling and bilingual play that delves into themes of identity, culture, and belonging. This groundbreaking production will captivate audiences with its authentic portrayal of language diversity and the vibrant Puerto Rican experience. The show will run from July 19 - August 13, 2023 at the Raymond James Theatre in Downtown St. Petersburg.
Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts to Present SEUSSICAL JR. Musical Theater Summer Camp
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023
Bill Edwards Foundation for the Arts will present Seussical Jr. Musical Theater Summer Camp, a one-of-a-kind learning experience for students in 4th grade through 12th grade.
Review: Bernard Slade's Same Time, Next Year at Early Bird Dinner Theater
by Drew Eberhard - June 26, 2023
Same Time, Next Year is a romantic comedy written by Bernard Slade that premiered in 1975 at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. The plot revolves around a man and woman, George and Doris (respectively), who meet together once a year for a rendezvous over the course of 24 years despite being married to other people. Over the span of 24 years, George and Doris, who have six children between them, develop a much deeper level of intimacy for one another, despite only meeting once a year for a clandestine weekend. They discuss births, deaths, and marital woes amidst the ever-changing social climate that plagues their existence over the course of a span of two decades.
Review: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Comes Alive at the SPC Theater
by Peter Nason - June 24, 2023
Marguerite Reed and Jeffrey Walker III lead a cast that will give you a rollicking good time!
ND Theatricals To Debut Original Murder Mystery Musical MURDER AT THE JAZZ CLUB in August
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
NDTheatricals LLC, in association with Aspirations Winery, will present the debut of 'Murder at the Jazz Club', a murder mystery musical featuring original songs, jazz standards, and a brand new story that is sure to dazzle, amaze, and leave you guessing right up until the end!
The Old Friends Acoustic Tour With Ben Rector Comes to Ruth Eckerd Hall in November
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
Ruth Eckerd Hall presents The Old Friends Acoustic Tour starring Ben Rector with special guest Jordy Searcy on Saturday, November 18 at 8 pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 23 at 10 am.
Previews: ARTS LEGACY REMIX - JUNETEENTH at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 15, 2023
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a historic day commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States on June 19, 1865. This year's Arts Legacy REMIX Juneteenth celebration aims to honor the cultural significance of this date through the power of dance and artistic expression.
Interview: Charlie Lane & Annie Sardouk of JIMMY AWARDS at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 15, 2023
Charlie won for his performance as Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof, Elaina for Jo March in Little Women, and Annie for Cady Heron in Mean Girls the Musical. Charlie and Annie will be among students from across the country performing in the prestigious annual Jimmy Awards on June 26 in the Minskoff Theater on Broadway.
Previews: DIGITAL, VIEW-ON-DEMAND VOICES OF WOMEN THEATRE FESTIVAL by Powerstories Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 15, 2023
Started during the pandemic, The Voices of Women Theatre Festival has become a cornerstone of Powerstories Theatre's mission to amplify the stories of women playwrights. The first event without their physical theatre space due to developers replacing it with high-rise apartments, Powerstories Theatre has proven that the show will go on.
Exclusive: The 40 Greatest Songs by THE BEACH BOYS Ranked - The Perfect Playlist for Your Summer Vacation
by Peter Nason - June 14, 2023
'Good Vibrations'? 'California Girls'? 'I Get Around'? See where your favorite Beach Boys songs land on the list!
Review: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL at Stageworks Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - June 12, 2023
The Great American Trailer Park Musical written by David Nehls and Betsy Kelso is a two-act musical exploring relationships between the tenants of Armadillo Acres Trailer Park in Starke, Florida. Its main focus is between Pippi a “stripper on the run,” Jeannie an Agoraphobic, and Norbert, Jeannie’s toll booth collector husband. First performed in 2004 at the first annual New York Music Theatre Festival, and then on off-Broadway in 2005. Opening at Bows at Dodger Stages in November of 2005, with Betsy Kelso directing. The show played 121 performances and closed in December of 2005. The first regional premiere in the U.S. was performed in June of 2006 at the Hippodrome in Gainesville, Florida. The first National Tour began in Spokane, Washington in January of 2008.
Previews: OZ at FreeFall Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - June 09, 2023
Michael Raabe described the new musical OZ: “My 5-second pitch is… Sunday In The Park With George meets Finding Neverland about the creator of The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz and its 13 sequels.”
Review: ANNIE at Straz Center for The Performing Arts
by Drew Eberhard - June 09, 2023
Annie, is a musical based off of the 1924 comic book Little Orphan Annie written by Harold Gray. The musical features music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin, and features a book written by Thomas Meehan.
Review: Tampa Repertory Theatre's Riveting Production of Arthur Miller's ALL MY SONS
by Peter Nason - June 06, 2023
Led by a top-tiered cast, Tampa Rep’s ALL MY SONS finally gives us the production that this tremendous script deserves!
Review: A Beautiful Vision of How the Classic Tale of Oz Came to Be With OZ: A NEW MUSICAL at FreeFall Theatre Company
by Drew Eberhard - June 05, 2023
Oz: A New Musical, is an original musical exploring the genius of L. Frank Baum and his complicated relationship with his most famous creation, the Land of Oz. This is the story of a dreamer at the dawn of a new age who reinvented the fairy tale in a distinctly American way, painting an idealized and magical vision of a world where witches might be good, and what you’re seeking is already inside you.
Review: A Stunning Take on A Classic Piece, Makes This Top-Notch ALL MY SONS One to Remember at TampaRep
by Drew Eberhard - June 03, 2023
Arthur Miller's subliminal masterpiece in a Three-Act structure All My Sons is what Miller considered his last-ditch effort at writing a commercially successful play. You see Miller's first play The Man Who Had All the Luck failed miserably on Broadway lasting a total of four performances. Miller considered throwing in the towel prior to writing All My Sons.
Review: Rodgers & Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC at the Carrollwood Players
by Peter Nason - June 03, 2023
The von Trapp children will melt your heart!
Tampa's Stageworks Theatre Revels In Florida's Colorful Culture With THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2023
There's a saying that Florida is the world's greatest amusement park. For the final show of its milestone 40th season, Stageworks Theatre can't wait to introduce audiences to the wacky and heartwarming characters of Stark, Florida's Armadillo Acres in 'The Great American Trailer Park Musical.' This laugh-out-loud, toe-tapping show takes stage weekends from June 9 - 25, 2023, with a preview performance on June 8th.
Student Blog: Benefits of Maintaining Academic Integrity
by Student Blogger: Aubrey Donovan - May 31, 2023
With the ability to auto-generate essays and access Google, Sparknotes, and Photomath, it is easy to abuse the moral code of academic integrity. But while these online sources may make completing homework “easier,” using them does not produce the same profitable outcome as manually doing one's homework.

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