Winter in Tampa Bay means dazzling performances, heartwarming stories, and unforgettable nights at the theatre. Dress up for the season and get ready to enjoy a wide variety of shows at some of Tampa Bay’s most iconic venues. Here’s your guide to the best winter entertainment in town.
The Straz Center for Performing Arts
“Some Like it Hot” | Dec. 10–Dec. 15
Heat up your winter with this four-time Tony-winning musical filled with witty humour and toe-tapping tunes. This timeless classic promises a laughter-packed evening that’s perfect for the holiday season.
“The Cher Show” | Jan. 14–Jan. 19
Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the life of iconic musician Cher. Featuring a stellar lineup of hits, this musical showcases the queen of pop’s evolution and resilience.
“Macbeth” | Jan. 15–Feb. 9
Experience Shakespeare like never before with a bold, “Picto-futurism” reinterpretation of “Macbeth.” This powerful tragedy reimagines the classic tale with a modern aesthetic similar to works like “Black Panther.”
“A Beautiful Noise” | Feb. 11–Feb. 16
Celebrate the legacy of Neil Diamond in this touching musical tribute. With hits like “Sweet Caroline” taking center stage, this show will leave you singing along and reminiscing.
“MJ: The Musical” | Feb. 25–March 2
Step into the world of the King of Pop with this award-winning production centred around Michael Jackson’s 1992 world tour. Prepare to be thrilled by this captivating performance.
Stageworks Theatre
“The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical” | Dec. 13–Dec. 22
Laugh out loud with this hilarious holiday tale set in Armadillo Acres, North Florida’s quirkiest trailer park. The mix of comedy and music makes for a truly festive evening.
“The People Downstairs” | Feb. 7–Feb. 23
This heartfelt comedy explores the unique bond between a funeral home custodian and his daughter, as he plays matchmaker with an unlikely suitor.
“When the Righteous Triumph” | Mar. 6–Mar. 9
Witness a powerful play depicting the civil rights movement in Tampa, focusing on the sit-ins that desegregated lunch counters in 1960.
Mahaffey Theater
“Family Blessing” | Dec. 15
This vibrant production by Artz 4 Life Academy blends a young girl’s dreams with her grandmother’s cherished memories, featuring an exciting mix of ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and more.
“A Very Broadway Christmas” | Dec. 20
Enjoy timeless Christmas hits from Broadway and beyond, performed alongside a live band for a magical holiday experience.
freeFALL Theatre
“Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure” | Dec. 11–Dec. 15
Join Sherlock Holmes in a thrilling quest to retrieve stolen letters for a Bohemian king. Five actors bring over 40 characters to life in this riveting adventure.
“Fruit Flies Like A Banana” | Jan. 18–Jan. 19
This interactive vaudeville-style show invites the audience to choose the order of performances, featuring everything from Chopin on hoverboards to quirky musical skits.
“Matt & Ben” | Jan. 23–Jan. 26
Before their Hollywood stardom, explore the early days of Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s friendship in this hilarious play co-written by Mindy Kaling.
“Sondheim and Weidman’s Road Show” | Feb. 14–March 16
Follow the adventures of the Mizner brothers as they pursue the American Dream, traversing the Alaskan Gold Rush to Florida’s real estate boom in this epic musical.
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