Review: Jobsite Theater Presents Martin McDonagh's THE PILLOWMAN at the Shimberg Playhouse
by Peter Nason - March 22, 2025
Harrowing & Hilarious, the play's comedy is pitch black and the show itself is pitch perfect.
by Peter Nason - March 22, 2025
Harrowing & Hilarious, the play's comedy is pitch black and the show itself is pitch perfect.
Previews: THE LION KING at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 20, 2025
Returning to Straz Center from April 2-20 is the Broadway sensation The Lion King, winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical. Directed by the Tony Award-winning Julie Taymor, the production is a visual feast filled with hope and adventure. The musical also boasts some of Broadway's most iconic songs, composed by the legendary Elton John and Tim Rice.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 20, 2025
Returning to Straz Center from April 2-20 is the Broadway sensation The Lion King, winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical. Directed by the Tony Award-winning Julie Taymor, the production is a visual feast filled with hope and adventure. The musical also boasts some of Broadway's most iconic songs, composed by the legendary Elton John and Tim Rice.
Cast Set For THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at TampaRep
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2025
Based on the best-selling novel, and developed by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown and Pulitzer Prize winner Marsha Norman, The Bridges of Madison County comes to TampaRep. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2025
Based on the best-selling novel, and developed by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown and Pulitzer Prize winner Marsha Norman, The Bridges of Madison County comes to TampaRep. Learn more here!
Cast Set for THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at TampaRep
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2025
The cast has been revealed for The Bridges of Madison County by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown at TampaRep. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2025
The cast has been revealed for The Bridges of Madison County by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown at TampaRep. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!
FOR CLOSURE! Cast Announced At Freefall Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2025
Rehearsals start this week for the world premiere of For Closure! by acclaimed playwright Hannah Benitez. This contemporary farce set in Florida's Gulf Coast is a hilarious and satirical look at the foibles and hypocrisies of modern life.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2025
Rehearsals start this week for the world premiere of For Closure! by acclaimed playwright Hannah Benitez. This contemporary farce set in Florida's Gulf Coast is a hilarious and satirical look at the foibles and hypocrisies of modern life.
Review: Mark E. Leib's WHEN THE RIGHTEOUS TRIUMPH at the Jaeb Theater
by Peter Nason - March 16, 2025
It's a celebration of our city and local black history, marvelously acted in a thrill ride of a show.
by Peter Nason - March 16, 2025
It's a celebration of our city and local black history, marvelously acted in a thrill ride of a show.
Review: Robert Harling's STEEL MAGNOLIAS at the Carrollwood Cultural Center
by Peter Nason - March 15, 2025
A stellar cast brings its A-game to this wonderful, tight production.
by Peter Nason - March 15, 2025
A stellar cast brings its A-game to this wonderful, tight production.
Review: A Blistering, Searing No-Holds-Barred Thriller Takes Center Stage with Martin Mcdonagh’s THE PILLOWMAN at Jobsite Theater
by Drew Eberhard - March 14, 2025
This evening, or rather last evening, during their “Final Preview,” I was once again regaled to my seat with baited breath as I waited for the lights to fall on McDonagh’s masterpiece and, forthrightly, my favorite play, The Pillowman.
by Drew Eberhard - March 14, 2025
This evening, or rather last evening, during their “Final Preview,” I was once again regaled to my seat with baited breath as I waited for the lights to fall on McDonagh’s masterpiece and, forthrightly, my favorite play, The Pillowman.
American Stage's Park Show Returns With HAIR
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2025
American Stage is channeling the transformative energy of the 1960s with its latest production at Demens Landing Park: Hair. Learn more about the production here!
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2025
American Stage is channeling the transformative energy of the 1960s with its latest production at Demens Landing Park: Hair. Learn more about the production here!
DISTANT WORLDS: Music From FINAL FANTASY is Coming to Straz Center
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2025
AWR Music Productions will present the legendary and official symphonic concert experience, Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY – Celebrating FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI in Morsani Hall at the Straz Center. Learn how to attend.
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2025
AWR Music Productions will present the legendary and official symphonic concert experience, Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY – Celebrating FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI in Morsani Hall at the Straz Center. Learn how to attend.
THE PILLOWMAN Comes to The Straz This Week
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
Martin McDonagh's The Pillowman is on stage through April 6 at the Straz Center, where Jobsite is resident theater company. Learn more about the show here!
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
Martin McDonagh's The Pillowman is on stage through April 6 at the Straz Center, where Jobsite is resident theater company. Learn more about the show here!
Julio Agustin and Phillip Attmore Join Guest Faculty Of Broadway Theatre Project 2025
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2025
Broadway Theatre Project is a prestigious summer intensive program for aspiring musical theatre performers. Check here to learn more about the new members of the guest faculty.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2025
Broadway Theatre Project is a prestigious summer intensive program for aspiring musical theatre performers. Check here to learn more about the new members of the guest faculty.
THE SHINING and More Set for Straz Center's Opera Tampa 25/26 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Straz Center’s Opera Tampa has revealed its 30th anniversary season featuring the work of Benjamin Britten, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Giuseppe Verdi, plus more.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
Straz Center’s Opera Tampa has revealed its 30th anniversary season featuring the work of Benjamin Britten, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Giuseppe Verdi, plus more.
Review: A Timely & Much-Needed HAIRSPRAY at the Carrollwood Players
by Peter Nason - March 05, 2025
Now that we are a quarter of the way through the 21st Century, the serious debate can begin: What is the best stage musical of this century so far? There are several contenders, including The Producers, Hamilton, Waitress, Wicked, Spring Awakening, Fun Home, Next to Normal and In the Heights. High on my list, maybe at or near the very top of it, must be HAIRSPRAY.
by Peter Nason - March 05, 2025
Now that we are a quarter of the way through the 21st Century, the serious debate can begin: What is the best stage musical of this century so far? There are several contenders, including The Producers, Hamilton, Waitress, Wicked, Spring Awakening, Fun Home, Next to Normal and In the Heights. High on my list, maybe at or near the very top of it, must be HAIRSPRAY.
Interview: Hector Melendez, Fahnlohnee Reeves of BIPOC PLAY-READING FESTIVAL at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 04, 2025
Hector Melendez, author of The Pride of Puerto Rico, and Fahnlohnee Reeves, writer of On The Banks of My Distant Shore: A Journey Home, are set to bring their powerful stories to the stage on March 9.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 04, 2025
Hector Melendez, author of The Pride of Puerto Rico, and Fahnlohnee Reeves, writer of On The Banks of My Distant Shore: A Journey Home, are set to bring their powerful stories to the stage on March 9.
Review: DISENCHANTED! at Straz' Jaeb Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 01, 2025
Every princess delivers powerful notes that could shatter glass, making each number a thrilling experience. Playwrights Dennis Giacino and Fiely Matias' were in the audience, and it was as much fun watching them react to the actors as it was for this reviewer to watch the show and introduce her besties to their magic. Under brilliant direction, Disenchanted! delivers a pitch-perfect balance of satire, storytelling, and stunning performances.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - March 01, 2025
Every princess delivers powerful notes that could shatter glass, making each number a thrilling experience. Playwrights Dennis Giacino and Fiely Matias' were in the audience, and it was as much fun watching them react to the actors as it was for this reviewer to watch the show and introduce her besties to their magic. Under brilliant direction, Disenchanted! delivers a pitch-perfect balance of satire, storytelling, and stunning performances.
Review: Stephen Sondheim's ROAD SHOW at freeFall
by Peter Nason - February 22, 2025
Sondheim deserves the best, and that's what freeFall has certainly delivered!
by Peter Nason - February 22, 2025
Sondheim deserves the best, and that's what freeFall has certainly delivered!
WHEN THE RIGHTEOUS TRIUMPH Extended at Stageworks Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Tampa's civil rights history will return to center stage as Stageworks Theatre re-mounts 'When the Righteous Triumph,' now extended due to overwhelming demand. Learn more about the extended production and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2025
Tampa's civil rights history will return to center stage as Stageworks Theatre re-mounts 'When the Righteous Triumph,' now extended due to overwhelming demand. Learn more about the extended production and see how to purchase tickets.
Previews: 5TH ANNUAL VOICES OF WOMEN THEATRE FESTIVAL at Powerstories @USF Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - February 19, 2025
Powerstories Founder Fran Powers says, 'Our yearly festival showcasing incredible women playwrights takes on the age-old problem of not hearing enough women's voices in playwriting. Offering these writers their own stage sends a powerful message: 'Hey, you and your stories matter.' And it's not just about plays; it's a game-changer, encouraging more women to explore playwriting. Let's ensure their voices are heard, celebrated, and cherished in theatre.'
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - February 19, 2025
Powerstories Founder Fran Powers says, 'Our yearly festival showcasing incredible women playwrights takes on the age-old problem of not hearing enough women's voices in playwriting. Offering these writers their own stage sends a powerful message: 'Hey, you and your stories matter.' And it's not just about plays; it's a game-changer, encouraging more women to explore playwriting. Let's ensure their voices are heard, celebrated, and cherished in theatre.'
Previews: DISENCHANTED! at Straz Center
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - February 19, 2025
Ashley Rubin (Cinderella) explains, 'When we meet most of the princesses in this show, they've already reckoned with what needed to change about their lives. When we come upon Cinderella, she is still living in the Princess Complex, under the spell of trying to be the perfect princess. I think it's such an incredible journey to watch her throw off her rose-colored glasses and realize that the way she's been living has not necessarily served her in the way she hoped it would.'
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - February 19, 2025
Ashley Rubin (Cinderella) explains, 'When we meet most of the princesses in this show, they've already reckoned with what needed to change about their lives. When we come upon Cinderella, she is still living in the Princess Complex, under the spell of trying to be the perfect princess. I think it's such an incredible journey to watch her throw off her rose-colored glasses and realize that the way she's been living has not necessarily served her in the way she hoped it would.'
THE CONCERT: A TRIBUTE TO ABBA To Return To Ruth Eckerd Hall
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2025
Ruth Eckerd Hall will present The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA in October 2025. Hear Mamma Mia, S.O.S, Money, Money, Money, and more.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2025
Ruth Eckerd Hall will present The Concert: A Tribute To ABBA in October 2025. Hear Mamma Mia, S.O.S, Money, Money, Money, and more.
Video: Preview the Straz Center's 'The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark'
by Michael Major - February 17, 2025
Two of the most acclaimed creative forces in modern dance, producer Robert Lepage and choreographer Guillaume Côté, bring Shakespeare’s Hamlet to the dance stage. Watch the video preview now!
by Michael Major - February 17, 2025
Two of the most acclaimed creative forces in modern dance, producer Robert Lepage and choreographer Guillaume Côté, bring Shakespeare’s Hamlet to the dance stage. Watch the video preview now!
Review: Land O Lakes High School’s Production of MEAN GIRLS: THE MUSICAL
by Peter Nason - February 17, 2025
After experiencing it, and after the cast and crew put on one hell of a show, I just couldn’t shake my disdain for the actual material. It sometimes seemed unworthy of these delightful performers.
by Peter Nason - February 17, 2025
After experiencing it, and after the cast and crew put on one hell of a show, I just couldn’t shake my disdain for the actual material. It sometimes seemed unworthy of these delightful performers.
Review: A Dazzling, Sparkling, Spectacle, Makes A BEAUTIFUL NOISE at Straz Center
by Drew Eberhard - February 14, 2025
A Beautiful Noise is a Jukebox musical centered around Neil Diamond’s life, times, and music. It celebrated its Opening Night on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre on December 4, 2022. Garnering much acclaim, the musical grossed more than $1 million at the Box Office leading up to its official opening night performance.
by Drew Eberhard - February 14, 2025
A Beautiful Noise is a Jukebox musical centered around Neil Diamond’s life, times, and music. It celebrated its Opening Night on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre on December 4, 2022. Garnering much acclaim, the musical grossed more than $1 million at the Box Office leading up to its official opening night performance.
Previews: LITTLE WOMEN at Patel Conservatory - Straz
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - February 13, 2025
Rhodes has worked with 18 young actors, aged 13 to 18, to bring the beloved characters of 'Little Women' to life. 'We did a lot of trust exercises allowing the kids to feel comfortable with each other so that we could achieve the desired vulnerability that this show requires,' she explains. 'We also had an excellent dramaturgy team that did extensive research for our production.'
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - February 13, 2025
Rhodes has worked with 18 young actors, aged 13 to 18, to bring the beloved characters of 'Little Women' to life. 'We did a lot of trust exercises allowing the kids to feel comfortable with each other so that we could achieve the desired vulnerability that this show requires,' she explains. 'We also had an excellent dramaturgy team that did extensive research for our production.'
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