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BWW Review: Eight O'Clock Theatre Presents HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
by Peter Nason - November 10, 2016
A very good production of one of the greatest musicals of all time.
Carrollwood Players to Present PROOF 11/10-11/19
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
With a special Thursday night opening, November 10, Carrollwood Players brings to the stage Proof, a touching, compassionate Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning drama written by David Auburn.
Creative Loafing's Annual Holiday Auction Back for Eighth Year Raising Money for The Children's Home
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
Creative Loafing's annual Holiday Auction is back for its eighth year of holiday cheer from Thursday, November 17th, through Sunday, December 18th. During the auction, readers will get a unique opportunity to bid on one-of-a-kind items and experiences. All proceeds benefit local Tampa Bay area non-profit The Children's Home.
Asolo Rep Announces 2016-17 Board Officers and New Members
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced its 2016-17 Board officers and new members.
Photo Flash: First Look at INTO THE WOODS at New Tampa Players
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score of INTO THE WOODS bring an enchanting and touching tale to New Tampa Players. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training to Present BRILLIANT TRACES
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training brings Cindy Lou Johnson's BRILLIANT TRACES  to the stage for a one-night-only performance on November 28, 2016 at the FSU Center for Performing Arts Cooley Studio.
Florida Studio Theatre Presents PIANO MEN
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
FST's second Cabaret show, Piano Men brings the passion and pizazz of some of the greatest known piano players of the twentieth century to center stage.
Voting Now Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld St. Petersburg Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - November 09, 2016
Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld St. Petersburg Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting will run through December 31. Winners will be announced in early January!
Josh Rhodes and More to Take Part in GUYS AND DOLLS Panel at Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2016
Asolo Rep presents the first Inside Asolo Rep of the season today, November 9 at 11am. This insightful panel discussion will feature GUYS AND DOLLS Director Josh Rhodes, Lighting Designer Paul Miller and Set Designer Lee Savage. The artists will share their creative processes and what it takes to bring this iconic masterpiece to life.
'My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm In Therapy' at Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2016
Steve Solomon returns to the Van Wezel on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at 8PM with his original, newly-improved and better-than-ever comedy hit, My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm in Therapy!
Lots of Theatre Choices in Tampa
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2016
TampaRep has two openings coming up:  The Realistic Joneses on Nov. 11 and Transmission (the first of this year's Conversation Starters) on Nov. 14. 
BWW Review: Robert Caisley's Updated, Trumped-Up Take on Moliere's TARTUFFE at American Stage
by Peter Nason - November 07, 2016
It's funny, biting and scary, but will it be as humorous after Election Day?
A NOT SO SILENT NIGHT to Retire with December Performance at First Unity
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
On Friday, December 2nd at 8pm, A NOT SO SILENT NIGHT, the holiday musical program written and performed annually by St. Petersburg natives Becca McCoy and James Weaver, will have its final performance before being retired, hosted by First Unity Spiritual Campus in St. Petersburg.
This Weekend Only at CWP Black Box: Mamet Staged Reading
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016
Winner, 1977 New York Drama Critics' Circle Award, Best American Play. This volatile drama starred Robert Duvall in the original Broadway production and has seen revivals with Al Pacino and most recently on Broadway with John Leguizamo in 2008.
Asolo Rep Proudly Partners with Barancik Foundation to Support 2016-17 Season and Education Initiatives
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
Asolo Repertory Theatre will proudly partner with the Charles and Margery Barancik Foundation to support several key components of the theatre's 2016-17 season and its relationship with the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training. The Barancik Foundation's $100,000 grant will support Asolo Rep's highly anticipated mainstage season, its Youth Access to the Arts student matinee series, the 2016 Shakespeare Tour of The Tragedy of Hamlet, which will reach 14,000 students and patrons throughout the state of Florida, and more. 
Straz LIVE! in the Park Features Opera Tampa Singers and Showtunes, 11/6
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
Back by popular demand, Straz LIVE! in the Park features a lively concert of familiar arias sung by our very own Opera Tampa Singers and favorite tunes from WICKED, CABARET and MOTOWN THE MUSICAL performed by visiting Broadway artists.  For many in the community, this is their introduction to opera. For others it is a joyful reunion with operatic gems and Broadway favorites known the world over. Bring your picnic lunch and enjoy a delightful afternoon of beautiful music. Food trucks and award-winning local visual artists, with items for purchase, will add to the festivities.
42ND STREET to Bring Classic Musical Comedy to the Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
The dazzling stage extravaganza 42ND Street dances back to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, December 30 at 8PM.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training Proudly Presents BOOK OF DAYS
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
The FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training proudly kicks off its 2016-17 season with Pultizer Prize-winner Lanford Wilson's gripping drama BOOK OF DAYS. The American Theatre Critics Association Best Play winner will be directed by FSU/Asolo Conservatory Director Greg Leaming. Featuring the entire second-year Conservatory class, the production previews on Today, November 1, with a special 'Pay What You Can Performance', officially opens Wednesday, November 2, and runs throughSunday, November 20 in the Cook Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
Come to the Edge with the Return of FST's STAGE III SERIES
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
Bringing audiences out of their comfort zone and to the edge, Florida Studio Theatre will be reviving its Stage III subscription series for the 2016-17 season. This three show subscription begins with the chilling drama, Stalking the Bogeyman. The second production will be the gripping Gidion's Knot, followed by the poignant one-woman play Grounded. A subscription to all three Stage III shows may be purchased for as little as $39. Tickets can be purchased online at www.floridastudiotheatre.org or by calling the Box Office at (941) 366-9000.
Josh Rhodes and More to Take Part in GUYS AND DOLLS Panel at Asolo Rep
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2016
Asolo Rep presents the first Inside Asolo Rep of the season on Wednesday, November 9 at 11am. This insightful panel discussion will feature GUYS AND DOLLS Director Josh Rhodes, Lighting Designer Paul Miller and Set Designer Lee Savage. The artists will share their creative processes and what it takes to bring this iconic masterpiece to life.
BWW Review: Jobsite Theater's LIZZIE: A KILLER ROCK MUSICAL at the Jaeb - It's To Die For!
by Peter Nason - October 31, 2016
The leading ladies sing their hearts out in this incredibly dark, hard rockin' musical treat.
The Creative Team of Washington and Eisenstadt to Present NIGHTFALL WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2016
This Halloween weekend the creative team of Aaron Washington and Keith Eisenstadt will be providing audiences with a different style of haunting. On the evening of Today October 29th and afternoon of Sunday October 30th, Washington and Eisenstadt will present 'Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe'. The show will be a collaboration between directors; Aaron Washington, Keith Eisenstadt, and Lauren Rodriguez. To support literature and the arts in local classrooms, producers will be donating a portion of each ticket sold through DonorsChoose.org. Performances will be held in The Studio @ The Carrollwood Cultural Center.
New Closing Performance of LIZZIE Announced!
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Jobsite and the Straz Center have added a final performance to the run of LIZZIE, providing one more opportunity to experience this unique rock musical that is blowing Tampa Bay audiences away. The Drama Desk Award-nominated LIZZIE, taking the nation by storm in over a dozen licensed productions, will now conclude its run with an 8pm show on Sun., Nov. 6, in the Jaeb Theater at the Straz Center where Jobsite is resident theater company.
Photo Flash: First Look at ASSASSINS at Manatee Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
A multiple Tony Award-winning theatrical tour-de-force, Assassins combines Sondheim's signature blend of intelligently stunning lyrics and beautiful music with a panoramic story of our nation's culture of celebrity and the violent means some will use to obtain it, embodied by America's four successful and five would-be presidential assassins. Bold, original, disturbing and alarmingly funny, Assassins is perhaps the most controversial musical ever written. The show is currently running at Manatee Performing Arts Center, and BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Principal Casting Announced for the Florida Premiere of THE LOVE NOTE
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Rise Above Performing Arts, a new up and coming performing arts theatre for young performers will present The Florida Premiere of The Love Note this February at The Glenridge Performing Arts Center in Sarasota, Florida.

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