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Previews: ARTS LEGACY REMIX PROJECT - GLOBAL PRIDE at Straz Center Riverwalk
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 22, 2023
The lineup features John Carlos Arcos of the Gay Mens Chorus of Tampa Bay; Sam Obeid, spoken word artist; projectALCHEMY dancers; His Hem, harpist; and Shevonne & The Force musical group. Adriana Corso will perform contemporary dances using light and paint.
Student Blog: Tools For Organizing Your Studies... and Other Stressful Things
by Student Blogger: Aubrey Donovan - March 22, 2023
I've always been a pretty organized person. Ever since I had to switch out of advanced math in the 6th-grade mid-semester I've made sure to keep track of my homework, test schedule, and extracurricular activities. After this math class incident, I started to write my homework to-do list on my hand so I would not forget it. However, this wasn't the most efficient way of doing things since yesterday's homework may not wash away enough to make room for today's.
Review: MISERY Loves Company in This Stage Adaptation of Stephen King's Ultimate Thriller at Jobsite Theater
by Drew Eberhard - March 21, 2023
Misery written by the incomparable “Master of Horror” Stephen King was first released via Viking Press on June 8, 1987. The story revolves around the main character, romance novelist Paul Sheldon, and his self-proclaimed number-one fan Annie Wilkes. Paul is seriously injured in a car crash, and Annie being a former nurse discovers Paul and brings him home for rehabilitation. While staying in Annie’s home, Paul receives treatment and pain meds and soon discovers he is prisoner and forced to adhere to all of his captor’s demands.
Girlstories Leadership Theatre Opens Applications For Summer
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 21, 2023
Powerstories, a working professional theatre, produces the nationally award-winning Girlstories Leadership Theatre program, providing young girls an opportunity to participate in the magic of creating live theatre while learning how to be a leader.
THEATRE SUMMER CAMP at Ovations Dance Academy Of Tampa
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 21, 2023
For ages 5 to adults, Ovations has something for everyone at summer camp in Tampa and Dunedin. Ovations Dance Academy of Tampa is now accepting students for its upcoming performance summer camp.
Review: Jeanine Tesori and Lisa Kron's FUN HOME at the Carrollwood Players
by Peter Nason - March 20, 2023
Gutsy. Heartbreaking. Life-affirming. Meaningful. Deep. Painful. And brilliant.
Review: West Orange High School Thespian Troupe 1983 Makes History With Their Production of THE PROM
by Peter Nason - March 19, 2023
It's a courageous musical to perform, especially in Florida, especially this year. Kudos to all!
ZOMBIE BEACH: THE MUSICAL Will Premiere at HCC Ybor City
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2023
The Hillsborough Community College Theater Department and LAB Theater Project  co-present the new stage show, Zombie Beach: The Musical, with a book by Tampa Bay native John Cecil, and music and lyrics by Cecil and Laura Rebel-Angel.  Set in the 1960s, this show brings together beach movies, rock & roll, and zombies, in a story about the love of the living and the hunger of the dead.
LAB Theater Project's THE ROOSTER'S TALE Closes This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2023
Closing this weekend is The Rooster’s Tale, a new play by Paula Fell.  Based on “true” events in Medieval England, this riotous play uses timeless humor (with a bit of buffoonery), classic wordplay, and a very unlikely event to illustrate one humble family’s path to triumph through some very contemporary problems.
American Stage's RAGTIME IN THE PARK Cast Announced
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
American Stage's outdoor musicals in Demens Landing Park are by far the city's most highly attended theatrical event each year. 
Review: WICKED at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 13, 2023
Wicked is a superb production, in every area from lighting and costume to choreography and special effects. And of course, the cast is second to none. Through March 26, Wicked soars into Straz Center for the second time, which is magical. A prequel to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Wicked gives us a different perspective, explaining why the Wicked Witch became wicked and showing us the not-so-good side of teenage Glinda the Good Witch.
MOULIN ROUGE!, FUNNY GIRL, and More Set For Straz Center 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
The 2023-2024 Bank of America Broadway at The Straz has been announced! The season kicks off with The Choir of Man in October. Learn more about the full lineup here!
American Stage Summer Camp Offers Creative Outlet For Kids
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
The camp runs June 5 - August 4 on a weekly basis out of First Presbyterian Church [701 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg] Teaching artists are hands on with students 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Pre-care is available an hour before camp starts (8 a.m.), and aftercare is available for two hours after (5 p.m.). 
Review: Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY at the Manatee Players
by Peter Nason - March 11, 2023
Directed and choreographed by Rick Kerby, this production of Sondheim's groundbreaking musical is given an A+ treatment.
Hillsborough Community College Theatre Department and LAB Theater Project Presents ZOMBIE BEACH: The Musical
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2023
Hillsborough Community College (HCC) Theatre Department, in collaboration with the LAB Theater Project, will present the premiere of Zombie Beach: The Musical on select dates March 30 through April 8 at the Mainstage Theatre at the HCC Ybor City Campus.
KEN LUDWIG'S BASKERVILLE Comes to FreeFall This Spring
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2023
Get your deerstalker cap on — the play's afoot! Comedic genius Ken Ludwig (Lend me a Tenor) transforms Arthur Conan Doyle's classic The Hound of the Baskervilles into a murderously funny adventure.
Interview: Alexia Acebo of WICKED at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 09, 2023
On stage now through March 26 is the Broadway sensation Wicked. Broadway World spoke with a Tampa native and company member, Alexia Acebo about the magical story and how she found her place in it.
Ruth Eckerd Hall Announces Name Of New Concert Venue At Coachman Park In Downtown Clearwater
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2023
Susan M. Crockett, Ruth Eckerd Hall President & CEO announced the new concert venue to be operated by Ruth Eckerd Hall, at Coachman Park in Downtown Clearwater in partnership with the City of Clearwater, has been named The Sound.
Previews: 9 TO 5 at Eight O'Clock Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 06, 2023
Violet, Doralee, and Judy hatch a plan to get revenge on the horrible, lying, misogynistic man in charge. The ladies live out every woman's dream of eliminating their CEO and making the office environment better for women.
The Hat Theater Collective Announces Its Cast For THE BALLAD OF OLD MANATEE
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2023
The Hat Theater Collective has announced the cast and creative team of the World Premiere of The Ballad of Old Manatee, co-created by Founder and Producing Artistic Director, Danae DeShazer, and Derek Brookens.
Previews: THE LIFT EVERY VOICE NEW PLAY FESTIVAL At American Stage
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 01, 2023
The event aims to showcase BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA individuals and relevant themes, giving a stage to voices that may be missing from the theatre's mainstage season. American Stage partnered with James Museum as they are strongly interested in indigenous land and culture preservation. As a part of American Stage's and the James Museum's commitment to diverse voices, each year, at least one playwright featured in the festival will be an indigenous artist.
Previews: BIPOC Play Reading Series To Include THE BALLAD OF EMMETT TILL And FOR COLORED GIRLS... At Straz TECO Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 01, 2023
The Ballad of Emmett Till is the true account of a black 14-year-old boy who was tortured and brutally murdered for allegedly flirting with a white woman in 1955 Mississippi.
Student Blog: On Writing: Navigating Criticism & Anxiety
by Student Blogger: Aubrey Donovan - February 27, 2023
As noted in my previous blog post, this semester I am taking two creative writing courses. Within each course, we are expected to write pieces of our own and share them with the class to receive suggestions and critiques. In any medium of art or any type of work that requires one's time and effort, criticism is hard to take.
Review: CHICAGO at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - February 24, 2023
CHICAGO delights new and returning musical fans with choreography, performance, and singing that sizzles and 'razzle dazzles.'
The Off-Central Players Present NATIVE GARDENS
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2023
After what amounts to 'taking five' from their hit This Is Our Youth, The Off-Central Players are busy tending to their next production Karen Zacarias' Native Gardens, opening March 16, 2023.

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