Tuesday, May 2nd, 2017 is Give Day Tampa Bay.
Celebrate and Support Tampa’s Local Not for Profit Businesses –
Visit https://givedaytampabay.razoo.com/story/American-Stage and find out all of the ways to help.… Read the rest
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Only Two Weeks Left of HAIRSPRAY in the Park!
Check out these posts from our audiences that #CANTSTOPTHEBEAT!
Throughout the run of HAIRSPRAY, you have a chance to win the prize of your dreams! For only $20 you can purchase a ticket – or tickets – of only 500 sold to win one of these dreamy prizes: Click Here to View Brochure
Travel to Ixtapan de la Sal, Mexico to Enjoy a Luxurious 7-Night Stay at the 4-Star Ixtapan Spa Hotel & Golf Resort
Enjoy spa treatments such as:
- Swedish Massage
- Facials
- Loofah Salt Glow
- Hair & Nail Treatment
- Manicures & Pedicures
- Hair Styling
- & More!
Plus!
Try the personalized tennis lessons or Kundalini yoga classes; relax by one of the pools and enjoy 12 acres of sprawling gardens; visit the spectacular restaurants and bars or the nearby movie theater!
John Waters Ultimate Fan Package
Includes:
- Signed John Waters “This Filthy World” Poster
- Framed in Silver Mooncrater Frame w/ Suedemats & UV Glass from ARTicles Gallery ($500 Value)
Plus!
John will Record a Personalized Voicemail Greeting for YOU!
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These prizes are simply DIVINE and only $20 is standing between you and the vacation of your dreams or official & ultimate John Waters fandom.
Here are three easy ways to enter AND support the theatre you love:
- DROP OFF
- Hand in a completed form at the Information Table at Park or the American Stage Box Office (Click Here to Download Entry Form)
- CALL
- Contact the Development Department at 727.823.1600 x 207
- MAIL
- Mail a completed form to P.O. Box 1560, St. Petersburg, FL 33731* (Click Here to Download Entry Form)
*Must be postmarked by 5/8/2017
- Mail a completed form to P.O. Box 1560, St. Petersburg, FL 33731* (Click Here to Download Entry Form)
And definitely don’t miss HAIRSPRAY in the park – Now Playing through May 14 | Click Here for Tickets & Info
Thank You For Supporting American Stage!
Terms and Conditions: Proceeds go to support American Stage Theatre, a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit organization at 163 Third Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Random drawing will be held and winner announced at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May 15, 2017 in the American Stage Theatre Lobby Cabaret. Entry forms are available at American Stage … Read the rest
Loved the music from American Stage’s production of INFORMED CONSENT?
Now you can listen anytime for free!
Check out our INFORMED CONSENT Spotify Playlist and be sure to follow us on Spotify to stay up to date on all of our exciting show playlists!… Read the rest
It’s that time again, the American Stage Travel Trippers are heading to NIAGARA ON THE LAKE for the George Bernard Shaw Festival!
General Manager, and Lead Tripper, Tom Block shares 5 of the most exciting things on the docket for this year’s trip:
5. 4 STAR PRINCE OF WALES HOTEL
Offering close proximity to unique shops and boutiques and just steps from the world renowned Shaw Festival Theatre. The historic Victorian-style hotel has 110 individually decorated guest rooms, an award-winning restaurant, lounge and patio, a world-class spa and a lavish tea room serving afternoon tea daily.
When you step inside the Prince of Wales, you feel like you’ve been transported back in time. The lobby is wonderfully ornate with intricate hardwood floors, plush Victorian furniture, a stained glass mural, beautiful sculptures and plenty of fresh roses. Experience luxury and feel like royalty.
4. NIAGARA ON THE LAKE
Niagara-on-the-Lake, often called the loveliest town in Ontario, has a long and distinguished history. Its many attractions include historic sites – Fort George and the Historical Society Museum, the Shaw Festival with its three theatres, the marina, our heritage business district for shopping, golf courses, parks and beautiful farmland, agricultural markets and our world famous Niagara wineries.
3. The Shaw Festival’s production of ME AND MY GIRL
“You don’t understand, do you? You could no more walk the Lambeth way than we could walk the Mayfair way.”
– ME AND MY GIRL
This delightful comic romp from the thirties follows the fortunes of Bill Snibson, a proud Cockney who is amazed to learn that he’s actually the fourteenth Earl of Hareford. But if he wants to claim his title, it looks as if he will have to shed his old life – and love.
With well-loved classic songs including The Lambeth Walk and Leaning on a Lamp Post, Me and My Girl was brilliantly updated by Stephen Fry in 1986 for a run that won a hatful of Olivier, Drama Desk and Tony Awards.
2. The Shaw Festival’s Production of DRACULA
“Be careful how you cut yourself. It is more dangerous than you … Read the rest
Each of us has a powerful story to tell. WE THE PEOPLE celebrate our diversity, embrace our differences, and rejoice in our shared experience of what it is to be a human being.
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THE ROYALE by Marco Ramirez
A Tampa Bay Area Premiere
September 20 – October 15, 2017
WE THE PEOPLE…WILL FIGHT FOR OUR RIGHTFUL PLACE
Charismatic African-American boxer Jay “The Sport” Jackson has a burning desire to become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. But it’s 1905, and in the racially segregated world of boxing, his chances are as good as being knocked out. When a crooked boxing promoter hatches a plan for “the fight of the century,” “The Sport” just might land a place in the ring with the reigning white heavyweight champion. This stylized and stunning play about the life of an outsider in American culture explores one man’s struggle while reflecting a much broader one.
“…(a) breakthrough saga for a new generation.” – Los Angeles Times
“….captures both the beautiful frenzy of boxing and the volatile state of race relations in America.” – The Telegraph
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING by William Shakespeare
A New American Stage Adaptation
November 8 – December 10, 2017
WE THE PEOPLE…ARE RIDICULOUS IN LOVE
As World War II is drawing to a close, Beatrice rails against the roles expected of women of her era. Benedick has just arrived home from the war and is not ready to be tied down. Who needs marriage?! The two face off in a hilarious battle of wits in this American Stage take on the Bard’s famous romantic comedy about the war between the sexes. Full of live music and dance and set against the backdrop of the bright sunshine of the Florida Keys, this exuberant, philosophical, and festive play reminds us that no one is immune when it comes to matters of the heart.
A RAISIN IN THE SUN by Lorraine Hansberry
American Legacy Series Play… Read the rest
Loved the music from American Stage’s production of JOE TURNER’S COME & GONE?
Now you can listen anytime!
Check out our JOE TURNER Spotify Playlist and be sure to follow us on Spotify to stay up to date on all of our exciting show playlists!… Read the rest
It’s the Holidays, and American Stage is here to help! For the next 12 days leading up to December 25th, we will be sharing a new Holiday Gift Idea so you can be the star of this holiday season. (Check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/americanstage/)
To get you started, we’ve already listed 5 gift ideas that definitely take center stage.
5. IMPROV CLASSES
Register by December 21st and save 10%
The only thing more infectious than watching joyful people do what they love is being one of those joyful people. All classes are taught by improv professionals from our program, or programs like Second City and The Groundlings. Offering options for Beginners to Advanced Improvisers! Learn more at americanstage.org/improv-classes/
DON’T MISS: HOUSE TEAMS LIVE! on Sunday, December 18 at 6PM
4. 2 OR 4 SHOW HOLIDAY PASS
Theatre lover on your list? Need a good date night? Now offering passes good for two or four tickets to use during American Stage’s 2016/2017 Season. The American Stage 2-Show and 4-Show Pass is a wallet-friendly card that not only comes with exclusive rewards, but allows you to see any show, any time. (+ with the Pass you can save up to 25% off!)
Visit AmericanStage.org/Holiday to learn more!
3. YOUNG AMERICAN PASS
Millennial on your list? Give the gift of unlimited theatre! 20 somethings can become a Young American passholder to experience unlimited powerful, visceral, and bold theatre – whenever and however often they choose! Plus, the Young American Pass offers other sweet perks like in-theater drink discounts and a whole lot more. All for only $15 a month!
Call or email our box office at 727 823 PLAY (7529) or boxoffice@americanstage.org
2. THE AMERICAN CENTURY CYCLE CELEBRATION
Gift that special someone a night to remember. Join American Stage artists and friends on Sunday, January 29, 2017 at the Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum and Legacy Garden as we celebrate the exciting conclusion of our 10-year commitment to producing playwright August Wilson’s epic Century Cycle.
The evening will include live visual and performing arts entertainment along with cocktails, dinner and festivities in … Read the rest
Pinellas County is a destination for creativity. It can be seen on our stages, in our museums, in our art-galleries and studios, at our film festivals and arts shows. It can be heard in our conversations, at our poetry readings and literary events. Creative Pinellas supports all of this activity and energy.
Recently, Julie Garisto teamed up with American Stage to come out with a 4 part series on our theatre. She went behind the scenes of TARTUFFE, sat down with Producing Artistic Director Stephanie Gularte, and shared with readers what’s to come at American Stage and throughout the Tampa Bay area theatre scene.
Visit http://creativepinellas.org/our-journal/ to find out what else has been cooking in the Tampa Bay arts scene…
Click on to read all 4 articles now!… Read the rest
What theatre lover doesn’t love a visit to New York City?
The American Stage Travel Trippers will be packing their bags this March to visit “…the city that never sleeps!”
General Manager, and Lead Tripper, Tom Block shares 5 of the most exciting things on the docket for our New york City Trippers:
5. SUNDAY BRUNCH
There’s not much more quintessentially NYC than a Sunday Brunch. Our Trippers will be enjoying an excellent brunch together at a top New York City restaurant.
4. SUNSET BOULEVARD
The Trippers will see Glenn Close reprise her Tony-winning role in this paired down version coming directly from London.
3. OSLO
Our Travel Trippers will see this darkly funny new play at Lincoln Center that explores how those involved in the 1993 Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement overcame their fears and mistrust of one another to craft the accord.
2. THE SOFITEL
The Travel Trippers will be staying at the 4-star SOFITEL New York located on West 44th Street. This luxurious hotel has walk-in showers and tubs and an excellent restaurant where breakfast will be served daily.
1. NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN
The American Stage Travel Trippers will also be visiting the New York Botanical Garden for their special orchid show as well as having lunch at the Hudson Garden Grill in the gardens.
To find out more about our Travel Trippers, click here!… Read the rest
