Hedwig and the Angry Inch Begins 8pm Jobsite Theater The gold glitter standard of queerglam rocker musicals, Hedwig and the Angry Inch follows German immigrant-turned-transgender-Kansas-trailer-park-wannabe-rock-goddess Hedwig Robinson during one life-changing night of her musical act. Full of TMI, towering go-go boots and cult hits, this campy romp reveals the blistering realities of self-acceptance that defy gender identity. Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood (2018) 7:30pm to 9:15pm Tampa Theatre This film tells the deliciously scandalous story of Scotty Bowers, a former Marine who made himself a home in Hollywood after World War II, and quickly found that he had a unique talent. Scotty became a legendary escort, gigolo and procurer of sex workers to closeted gay celebrities. Nobody has stories to tell like Scotty! At the age of 95, he’s still the leading man of his own movie, telling tales about every big name in the golden age of Tinseltown. Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood (2018)
Crossdresser for Christ – The Musical starring Ginger Minj Begins 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts This stage performance stars Ginger Minj from Season 7 of RuPaul’s Drag Race on VH1. It’s an evening of music and outrageous comedy as Ginger takes sinners and saints on a wild ride through the adventures of her life. It’s a one-woman drag show – with 2 other actors… and a piano! All ages welcome. Crossdresser for Christ – The Musical starring Ginger Minj
CIO of the Year Awards Luncheon Begins 11:30am Hilton Tampa Downtown Enjoy the CIO of the Year Awards Presentation & Luncheon where IT executives and emerging leaders in information technology will be recognized for their achievements. CIO of the Year Awards Luncheon
Where Hands Touch (2018) 7:30pm to 9:30pm Tampa Theatre A coming-of-age story set in the most brutal of times: Germany, 1944. Leyna, the 15-year old daughter of a black African father and a white German mother, forges an unlikely connection with Lutz, an atypically compassionate member of the Hitler Youth whose father is a prominent Nazi solider. Can she find an ally in Lutz, himself struggling against a fate laid out before him? Where Hands Touch (2018)
Scorpions Begins 8pm Amalie Arena Scorpions, one of the most iconic and influential hard rock bands of all time, continue to celebrate over 50 years of rock with a live performance in Downtown Tampa. Rock fans will not want to miss this fantastic show! Scorpions
7th Annual Chick-fil-A Fall Stampede Begins 8am Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park This event benefiting the Children’s Cancer Center includes a 5K run, 1 mile family fun run/walk, a mascot race, photo opportunities with the Chick-fil-A cows, and a post-race party in the Family Fun Zone including Chick-fil-A food, games, and great prizes. The Fall Stampede has grown from 800 runners to over 1,500 runners and has raised almost $400,000 in net proceeds within the last 6 years. 7th Annual Chick-fil-A Fall Stampede
On-Water Training Begins 10:30am Tampa Convention Center Whether you love boating and want to gain confidence at the helm, considering buying or renting a boat and want to learn new skills, or you’re just curious about boating, this training event is for you! The BoatUS Foundation has partnered with Tampa Boat Show to offer the BoatUS Foundation On-Water Training program. It is a fun, easy, and affordable way to develop your sea legs. No experience necessary! On-Water Training
The Tampa Franchise Show Begins 11am Tampa Convention Center At this exciting event, attendees can meet face-to-face with representatives from top franchise concepts who want to expand or develop in your area. Compare a variety of opportunities and learn about unique industries at every investment level, all under one roof. Ask questions that directly affect you and get with all the information you need for your next step towards success. The Tampa Franchise Show
Art Spot 11am to 2pm Tampa Museum of Art Let your imagination run free as the Museum’s art facilitators introduce exhibition-specific methods of art making filled with fun and creativity for you and yours. Art Spot
The Bookshop (2018) 2pm, 4:45pm, and 7:30pm Tampa Theatre Free-spirited widow Florence Green risks everything to open a bookshop in a conservative town in 1959. While bringing about a surprising local cultural awakening, she earns the polite but ruthless opposition of a local grand dame, the assistance of a precocious and erudite little moppet, and the support and affection of a reclusive book loving widower. As Florence’s obstacles begin to pile up, she is forced to ask: is there a place for a bookshop in a town that may not want one? Starring Emily Mortimer, Patricia Clarkson, Honor Kneafsey, and Bill Nighy. The Bookshop (2018)
Upstairs/ Downstairs Live Theater Shows at 3:30pm and 6:30pm Henry B. Plant Museum Step back in time and enjoy the single-character performances that bring turn-of-the-century Tampa Bay Hotel staff members and guests to life. Each character is based on actual hotel staff and guests. From the reminiscences of Henry Plant himself to the letters of a Spanish-American War soldier, you will learn more about the time period through each character’s particular vantage point. Upstairs/ Downstairs Live Theater
Where Hands Touch (2018) Shows at 1:30pm and 4:30pm Tampa Theatre A coming-of-age story set in the most brutal of times: Germany, 1944. Leyna, the 15-year old daughter of a black African father and a white German mother, forges an unlikely connection with Lutz, an atypically compassionate member of the Hitler Youth whose father is a prominent Nazi solider. Can she find an ally in Lutz, himself struggling against a fate laid out before him? Where Hands Touch (2018)
Hedwig and the Angry Inch Begins 4pm Jobsite Theater The gold glitter standard of queerglam rocker musicals, Hedwig and the Angry Inch follows German immigrant-turned-transgender-Kansas-trailer-park-wannabe-rock-goddess Hedwig Robinson during one life-changing night of her musical act. Full of TMI, towering go-go boots and cult hits, this campy romp reveals the blistering realities of self-acceptance that defy gender identity. Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Yoga in the Park Begins 6pm Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park In operation since 2010, the Tampa Downtown Partnership is proud to continue it’s Sunday Yoga in the Park tradition with our newest addition, seasoned yoga instructors from Lucky Cat Yoga. Yoga in the Park
Nick Cannon: Wild ‘N Out Live Begins 8pm Amalie Arena This live performance is based on the hugely successful TV series created and hosted by Nick Cannon. The fan favorite line-up from the original cast of “Wild ‘N Out” features Rip Micheals, Hitman Holla, Conceited, Justina Valentine, Iamzoie, Charlie Clips, Emmanuel Hudson, DC Young Fly, Chico Bean and DJ D-Wrek. Fans of the show will love this live version of the music and comedy hit. Nick Cannon: Wild ‘N Out Live
Many of Downtown’s pubs, restaurants, and bars feature live music. Check out this week’s line up! Be sure to check with each location to confirm.
Amalie Arena Scorpions – September 14 15th Anniversary Freestyle Explosion Concert – September 15 Nick Cannon presents: Wild ‘N Out Live – September 16 Game of Thrones – September 21 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Florida Panthers – October 6 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Vancouver Canucks – October 11 Romeo Santos – October 12 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Columbus Blue Jackets Tampa Bay Lightning vs Carolina Hurricanes Tampa Bay Lightning vs Detroit Red Wings Joyce Meyer Ministries 2018 Women’s Conference – October 25 to 27 Tampa Bay Lightning vs New Jersey Devils – October 30 Twenty One Pilots – November 3 Elton John – November 28 Fleetwood Mac – February 18, 2019 P!nk – March 3, 2019 Shawn Mendes – July 27, 2019
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts Photoshop for Beginners – Through October 1 North and South: Berenice Abbott’s U.S. Route 1 – October 8 to January 11 Disaster to Done: Organizing your Family Photos – October 23 Aesthetics and Perception of Advanced Digital Collage – October 27 and 28 Beyond the Lens – Through September 30 Tampa Photo Laureates – Through to September 30 Visual Story Telling through Fine Art Photography – July 29
Glazer Children’s Museum Make it Monday – Weekly Toddler Tuesday – Weekly Worldly Wednesday – Weekly Tinker and Tech Thursday – Weekly Fun Fridays – Weekly Sportstember – Through September 30 $8 Admission – Through September 30 Positive Parenting Program – Through October 8 Birthday Bash! Free Admission – September 22 and 23 Sunshine Sunday – September 30 Monster Mashup – October 1 to 31 Children’s Board of Hillsborough County Free Tuesday – October 2 Member Morning – October 7 Developmental Checkups – October 22 Harvest with Heart – November 1 to 30
Check the Museum’s website for a full list of weekday programming.
Henry B. Plant Museum First Fridays – First Friday of the Month Imperial Designs – Through December 31
Jobsite Theater Hedwig and the Angry Inch – Through September 15 Edgar & Emily – October 12 to November 9 Othello – January 11 to February 3 The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) [Revised] – March 15 to April 17
The John F. Germany Public Library Tai Chi with Bonnie Birdsall – Tuesdays Walk-In Tech Help – Wednesdays Toddler Time – Wednesdays Crafternoon – Thursdays Baby Sign – Thursdays Recording Studio Open House – September 13 Movies @ the Library: Thor: Ragnarok – September 14 Book Discussion: The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn – September 19 Sewing at the Library: Fifties Dress – September 23 and 30 Hour of Code: Minecraft – September 24 3D Printing Open House – September 24 Oaklawn Cemetery: Historic Walking Tour – September 29
Stageworks Theatre The Speak! Tank: Spoken Word Sundays – First Sunday of every month Christ Fellowship – Wednesdays Judgment at Nuremberg – September 27 to October 14 The Revolutionists – November 2 to 18 The Winter Wonderettes – December 6 to 23
Straz Center for the Performing Arts 12th Annual Crack Up Cancer Comedy Benefit – September 15 Chicago – September 18 to 23 Rocky Bleier in THE PLAY – September 21 to 23 The Florida Orchesta – Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 – September 28 Lucia Micarelli – September 29 Valley’s End Album Release Party “Coming Home” with Andrew Osenga – September 29 Hari Kondabolu – October 5 The Florida Orchestra – Bernstein’s Broadway – October 5 Silly Sam the Music Man – October 6 Brian Kilmeade – America: Great from the Start – October 19 The Choir of Man – November 2 and 3 Glenn Beck LIVE – November 30 Hundred Days – January 15 to March 24 The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical – July 9 to 14
Tampa Bay History Center Sangria and Stories: Navigating in the Age Before GPS – September 20 TBHC/OLLI Course: A History of Conservation: A Bird’s Eye View – September 26 Walk Tampa: Central Avenue Black History Tour – September 29 My Doll and Me: Felicity – September 29 Florida Conversations: Birding and Nature Festival Keynote Speaker Jack Davis – October 11 Walk Tampa: The Ybor City Story – October 13
Tampa Museum of Art 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 Teen Open Studio – Tuesdays Art on the House – Fridays Art Spot – Saturdays Vapor and Vibration: The Art of Larry Bell And Jesús Rafael Soto – Through September 30 CITY: Fashion+Art+Culture – September 22 Pavilion XXXIII – November 3
Tampa Theatre Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood – September 13 When Hands Touch – September 14 to 19 Sing-Along The Greatest Showman – September 15 Backpack Full of Cash – September 20 Love, Gilda – September 21 to 25 Battle Royale – September 21 Time is Art – September 27 SuicideGirls: Blackheart Burlesque – September 28 Pick of the Litter – September 29 to October 3 Mean Girls – October 3 Graphicstudio’s 50th Anniversary – October 4 Kusama: Infinity – October 16 Office Space – October 17 Ghosts of Tampa Theatre – October 19 to 31 PAUSE-O-Ween – October 19 to 31 Hi Noon, Goodbye Dr. Paul – October 19 The Rocky Horror Picture Show – October 19 A Nightmare on Elm Street – October 20 A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge – October 20 A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors – October 20 A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master – October 20 A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child – October 20 Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare – October 20 Corpse Bride – October 21 Bride of Frankenstein – October 21 The Brides of Dracula – October 21 The Brides Wore Blood – October 21 Hotel Transylvania – October 22 Psycho – October 22 Eaten Alive – October 22 A Quiet Place – October 23 Hereditary – October 23 Teen Wolf – October 24 An American Werewolf in London – October 24 The Slumber Party Massacre – October 25 The Cat and the Canary – October 26 Adam DeVine – Weird Life Tour 2018 – October 27 Phantasm – October 28 Hocus Pocus – October 28 Bubba Ho-Tep – October 28 Beetlejuice – October 29 Spirits of the Bay: Live Storytelling with Deborah Frethem – October 29 It – October 30 The Shining – October 30 Halloween – October 31 Iron & Wine – November 15 Home Free – A Country Christmas – December 6 NYE Wrap Party 2018: Austin Powers – December 31 Raffi – Januaury 19 Winefest 2019 – February 22 and 23 Hollywood Awards Night – February 24 Welcome to Night Vale – February 28
