Lawyers for the Arts: For the Legal and Business Community Begins 5:30pm Tampa Museum An ongoing series of presentations exploring the frequent, fascinating crossover of the art world and the legal world. Lawyers for the Arts: For the Legal and Business Community.
Flicks and Food Trucks 6pm to 10pm Grand Central at Kennedy Every 3rd Thursday of the month join us for Gourmet Food Truck Fun paired with Independent short Flicks and Live Music! We feature 10-15 gourmet food trucks offering everything from Burgers to Vegetarian Bite. Flicks and Food Trucks.
World Premiere Staging of Blood Guilt: Orestes On Trial Begins 8pm The University of Tampa A modern version of the Oresteia trilogy of Aeschylus. This monumental work of the first Athenian playwright tells the story of the cursed House of Atreus, where the sins of the family’s ancestors are visited upon four succeeding generations. Blood Guilt will take the stage Thursday through Sunday. World Premiere Staging of Blood Guilt: Orestes On Trial.
The M.E. Tour featuring Marsha Ambrosius and Eric Benét 8pm to 10:30pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Platinum-selling recording artists and songwriters Marsha Ambrosius and Eric Benét unite this spring for The M.E. Tour. Described as an intimately special concert experience, fans will be able to hear the soulful sounds of the two industry veterans with electrifying collaborations and a deep, creative sound. The M.E. Tour featuring Marsha Ambrosius and Eric Benet.
Latin Nights Begins 9pm to 11pm Maestro’s at the Straz Center An evening of food and dancing. Meet new friends, experience Latin-inspired tapas and drink specials, and dance to the thrilling rhythms of a live salsa band and DJ. Latin Nights.
Do the Local Motion Noon to 1pm Poe Plaza Join us for this Friday’s ‘Heritage of the Tampa Fire Department’ walk featuring the John F. Germany Library. Tours are free, however a $5 donation is suggested to benefit Where Love Grows, a charitable foundation feeding hungry children in our community. Do the Local Motion.
501 Gallery Dedication Begins 4:30pm Gallery 501 Gallery 501 is hosting a dedication ceremony and pre-reception in honor of Teresa Winston, coinciding with the closing reception of the Senior Master Certification Show on Friday, April 21, 2017. 501 Gallery Dedication.
Lawyer for the Arts: Public Lecture, Defending Hope Begins 5:30pm Tampa Museum of Arts William W. “Terry” Fisher III, Wilmer Hale Professor of Intellectual Property Law at Harvard Law School, will discuss his role in litigation between artist Shepard Fairey and the Associated Press surrounding Fairey’s appropriation of an AP-owned image to create the iconic “Hope” Poster in support of Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign. Lawyer for the Arts.
Friday Concerts in the Park 7pm to 9pm Water Works Park The return of spring means the return of Tampa’s longest running and most beloved concert series: Friday Concerts in the Park (formerly Friday Extra Concert Series). Celebrating 30 years of high-quality musical entertainment, the Friday Concerts in the Park offer a full schedule of live music to satisfy all tastes – from jazz to country to reggae to classic rock. Friday Concerts in the Park.
West Side Story Begins 7pm Stageworks Theatre Young thespians from Bayshore Christian School will take the stage to present this classic musical. West Side Story.
Patel Conservatory presents You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown Begins 7pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Performed by Patel Conservatory students in grades 5-12, Charles Schulz’s beloved comic strip comes to life onstage. The whole gang is here and this production delivers the feel-goods for all ages. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.
Colossal 7:30pm to 9:30pm Tampa Theatre Gloria is a frequent partier. Her boyfriend becomes fed up and throws her out. Gloria returns to her hometown for a fresh start, but instead rekindles a childhood friendship with a bartender. After drinking with Gloria, he wakes up to discover a gigantic monster rampaging through Seoul and realizes that somehow the monster is connected to her. Colossal.
Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science Tour Begins 7:30pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Fans can expect all new everything from Brown, including songs, multimedia presentations, talk-show antics, as well as bigger, better, and potentially dangerous food demonstrations. Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science Tour.
Singin’ and Swingin’: A Century of Ella – The Florida Orchestra Begins 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Celebrate a century of the one and only Ella Fitzgerald. Join Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist Carmen Bradford and conductor Jeff Tyzik for the music that made the “First Lady of Song” unforgettable. Singin’ and Swingin’: A Century of Ella – The Florida Orchestra.
The Azure Sky In Oz Begins 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts A powerful and funny but unflinching drama about two women whose lives are profoundly changed by their immersion in the world of the other-abled. A portion of the proceeds from the play will benefit the Philanthropic Women of St. Joseph’s. The Azure Sky In Oz.
Rumble in the Bronx (1995) Begins 10:30pm Tampa Theatre Hong Kong policeman Keung arrives in New York for the wedding of his uncle Bill, a grocer who recently sold his Bronx store to the fetching Elaine. After a biker gang bursts into the store to wreak havoc, Keung springs into action, giving up his vacation to defend the weak and protect the innocent with his extraordinary martial arts skills. Starring Jackie Chan. Rumble in the Bronx (1995).
Great American Clean Up Begins 7am Throughout Tampa Bay Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful is hosting the annual Great American Cleanup to keep our community green, clean, and beautiful. Last year, volunteers removed 124,868 lbs. of trash, planted 710 trees and plants, removed 10 tons of invasive plants and beautified 102 miles of shoreline. Great American Clean Up.
Best Buddies Friendship Walk 8am to Noon Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park This is the number one walk in the country raising awareness and funds to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The walk plays a key role in funding Best Buddies programs dedicated to one-to-one friendships, leadership development, and integrated job opportunities for individuals. Best Buddies Friendship Walk.
Earth Day Begins 10am Glazer Children’s Museum Bring the kids to the Museum to explore facts about our planet, eat dirt cups, and learn why wetlands are crucial to Florida’s ecology. Earth Day.
The Sandi Sylver Puppet Show Begins 11am Straz Center for the Performing Arts Sandi Sylver’s delightful cadre of soft, fabric puppets entertain wee audiences and their adult companions with masterful storytelling and singing that enchants audiences of all ages. The Sandi Sylver Puppet Show.
West Side Story Begins 2pm Stageworks Theatre Young thespians from Bayshore Christian School will take the stage to present this classic musical. West Side Story.
Colossal Shows at 2pm, 4:45pm, 7:30pm, and 10:15pm Tampa Theatre Gloria is a frequent partier. Her boyfriend becomes fed up and throws her out. Gloria returns to her hometown for a fresh start, but instead rekindles a childhood friendship with a bartender. After drinking with Gloria, he wakes up to discover a gigantic monster rampaging through Seoul and realizes that somehow the monster is connected to her. Colossal.
6th Annual Bubbles and Butterflies Gala Begins 7pm Glazer Children’s Museum Enjoy an open bar, complimentary hors d’ oeuvres and desserts, guest performances, silent auction items, and a red carpet experience. 100% of the proceeds will benefit Redefining Refuge Safe House and Schooling Projects. 6th Annual Bubbles and Butterflies Gala.
The Got Jokes? Improv Experience Begins 7pm Stageworks Theatre One of the premier entertainment providers in the country with a concentration on uniting the masses through the universal language of laughter. The Got Jokes? Improv Experience.
Tampa Bay Storm vs. Cleveland Gladiators Begins 7pm Amalie Arena Take your seat to see an indoor football battle between the Storm and the visiting Gladiators. Tampa Bay Storm vs. Cleveland Gladiators.
Rocktopia Live: A Classic (R)evolution Begins 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts A revolutionary performance celebrating the fusion of classical music with classic rock. The live concert features five world-class vocalists, five top notch rock musicians, an orchestra, and choir. Rocktopia Live: A Classic (R)evolution.
Patel Conservatory presents Spring Into Dance Begins Noon Straz Center for the Performing Arts The spring recital features students enrolled early levels of dance. It is an opportunity for the students to have their first experiences on a professional stage. Parents will see what their children have learned during the year in ballet. A number of advanced NGB/PCYB students are incorporated into the performance so the younger students and parents can see the progression of the school. Patel Conservatory presents Spring Into Dance.
Patel Conservatory presents You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown Begins 3pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Performed by Patel Conservatory students in grades 5-12, Charles Schulz’s beloved comic strip comes to life onstage. The whole gang is here and this production delivers the feel-goods for all ages. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.
The Azure Sky In Oz Begins 3pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts A powerful and funny but unflinching drama about two women whose lives are profoundly changed by their immersion in the world of the other-abled. A portion of the proceeds from the play will benefit the Philanthropic Women of St. Joseph’s. The Azure Sky In Oz.
Breakin’ Out Begins 4pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts The spring recital features students from 1st grade to 5th grade in various levels of dance instruction. Breakin’ Out.
Kids Night Out Begins 5pm Tampa Theatre and Bizou Brasserie Take a little time to enjoy the ones that make you smile. Bizou Brasserie has teamed up with Tampa Theatre to bring families the perfect night. Start the day by enjoying the entertaining family classic, Pete’s Dragon. Then, dine on an unforgettable dinner with your child! Kids Night Out.
Yoga in the Park Begins 6pm Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park In operation since 2010, Yoga in the Park is a free riverside yoga session led by an instructor from Yoga Downtown Tampa. Yoga in the Park.
Colossal 6:15pm to 8:15pm Tampa Theatre Gloria is a frequent partier. Her boyfriend becomes fed up and throws her out. Gloria returns to her hometown for a fresh start, but instead rekindles a childhood friendship with a bartender. After drinking with Gloria, he wakes up to discover a gigantic monster rampaging through Seoul and realizes that somehow the monster is connected to her. Colossal.
Neil Diamond: 50 Year Anniversary World Tour Begins 7pm Amalie Arena Music icon, Grammy Award winner, and Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Member, Neil Diamond, celebrates his unparalleled career spanning 50 years with a world tour and a stop in Downtown Tampa. Neil Diamond: 50 Year Anniversary World Tour.
Tampa Riverfest May 6 – 7 Tampa Riverwalk Presented by Friends of the Riverwalk in conjunction with the City of Tampa, this FREE event will run the entire length of the Riverwalk and will feature family-friendly activities and events showcasing Tampa’s cultural institutions, local music and restaurants. Tampa Riverfest.
Amalie Arena Tampa Bay Storm vs Cleveland Gladiators – April 22 Neil Diamond – April 23 Red Hot Chili Peppers – April 27 98ROCKFEST – April 28 Eric Church – May 4 Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers – May 6 The Weeknd – May 12 Tampa Bay Storm vs. Washington Valor – May 20 Alabama – May 28 Tampa Bay Storm vs Baltimore Brigade – June 3 Tampa Bay Storm vs Washington Valor – June 10 Iron Maiden – June 11 Chance the Rapper – June 14 Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull – June 22 Tampa Bay Times Bridal Show – June 25 Tampa Bay Storm vs Washington Valor – July 1 Rod Stewart and Cyndi Lauper – July 8 Roger Waters – July 11 New Kids On The Block – The Total Package Tour – July 15 Tampa Bay Storm vs Cleveland Gladiators – July 22 Shawn Mendes Illuminate Tour – July 25 August 11 – Lionel Richie: All the Hits – August 11 John Mayer – August 13 Monster Jam – August 19 Ed Sheeran – August 29 The Spin Stops Here Tour 2017 – September 23 Scorpions: Crazy World Tour – October 15 Bruno Mars – October 19 Soul2Soul The World Tour 2017 – October 20 André Rieu – November 1 Lady Gaga – December 1
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts By the Yard: Cirkut Camera Photography – Through December 2017 The Physicians Photography Show – Through May 5 The Boomer List, Photographs by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders – April 28 to June 16 Photoshop for Beginners – May 10 to 24 Academy of the Holy Names: Defining Womanhood – May 13 to June 16 Photography 101 – June 7 to 28 International Photography Competition 2017 – June 23 to August 18 Photography 101 Express – July 22 Focus on Your Talent – July 31 to August 28 Photography 101 – August 2 to 23
The John F. Germany Public Library Walk-In Tech Help – Wednesdays Toddler Time – Wednesdays Crafternoon – Thursdays Baby Sign – Thursdays Movies @ The Library: The Magnificent Seven – April 21 Derby Day @ the Library – April 28 Tai Chi with Bonnie Birdsall – May 2 Into the Fold: Star Wars – May 5 Summer Movie @ The Library: Collateral Beauty – May 12 Book Club: Bastard Out of Carolina by Dorothy Allison – May 17 Tampa’s Historic Newspaper: A Celebration of The Tampa Tribune – May 20
Glazer Children’s Museum Make it Monday – Weekly Toddler Tuesday – Weekly Worldly Wednesday – Weekly Tinker and Tech Thursday – Weekly Fun Fridays – Weekly Education is Key Breakfast – April 27 Check the Museum’s website for a full list of weekday programming.
Henry B. Plant Museum First Fridays – First Friday of the Month Menus: The Epicurean Experience – March 17 to December 23
Patel Conservatory You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown – April 21 to 30 Spring Into Dance – April 23 Broadway Star of the Future Awards Showcase – June 4
Stageworks Theatre The Speak! Tank: Spoken Word Sundays – First Sunday of every month West Side Story – April 21 to 23 The Got Jokes? Improv Experience – April 22 Avenue Q – May 4 to 21 The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity – June 2 to 18
Straz Center for the Performing Arts Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science – April 21 Swingin’ and Swingin’: A Century of Ella – The Florida Orchestra – April 21 The Azure Sky in Ozhua – April 21 to 30 ROCKTOPIA LIVE: A Classic (R)evolution – April 22 The Sandi Sylver Puppet Show – April 22 Breakin’ Out – April 23 Joshua James – April 24 Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man – April 27 to 30 Symphonie Fantastique – The Florida Orchestra – April 28 Best of Tampa Bay – April 29 An Evening of Song with Aaron Tveit – April 30 Let’s Play Live – April 30
Tampa Bay History Center Finding Fairyland: Rediscovering Tampa’s Lost Themepark – Through May 21 My Doll and Me: Julie – April 22 TBHC/OLLI: Exploring Tampa Bay’s History – June 10 Sangria and Stories – June 10 History Center Member Reception: Finding Fairyland – June 11 Life of the Party – June 18 TBHC/OLLI Course: Florida’s Fantastic Artifacts and the Science of Archaeology – June 31
Tampa Museum of Art Sky – Ongoing The Classical World: Selections from the Permanent Collection – Ongoing The Classical World in Focus: Animals in Ancient Art – Ongoing Monday Meditation at the Museum – Mondays Art on the House – Fridays Art Spot – Saturdays Lawyers for the Arts – April 20 to 21 Kiss and Tell by Wolfgang Flad – Through December 10 Pride & Passion – April 29
Tampa Theatre Colossal – April 21 Rumble in the Bronx – April 21 Pete’s Dragon – April 23 Think Globally, Act Communally – April 25 The Princess Bride – April 30 Stop the Presses – May 3 How to Build a Time Machine – May 7 Siddhartha Murkherjee: Science and Storytelling – May 10 Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl and the Train – May 16 Beerfest 2017: Barley’s Angels – June 24 WineFest 2017: Wine’s World – September 8
University of Tampa All Graduate Programs Information Session – April 20 Blood Guilt: Orestes on Trial – April 20 Blood Guilt: Orestes on Trial – April 21 Women’s Lacrosse vs. Saint Leo – April 22 Blood Guilt: Orestes on Trial – April 22 Blood Guilt: Orestes on Trial – April 23 Spring Dance Happening – April 26 Spring Dance Happening – April 27 “Aaah…Men!” A Musical Revue – April 28 Softball vs. Florida Southern – April 28 “Aaah…Men!” A Musical Revue – April 28 Spring Dance Happening – April 28 Softball vs. Florida Southern – April 29
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