Urban Restaurant Tour Begins 6pm Downtown Tampa Check your tires and get ready to ride! This is Tampa’s monthly social ride to experience the city’s best food and drink at local restaurants across Downtown, Tampa Heights, Seminole Heights, Hyde Park, Ybor City, Davis Islands, and surrounding areas. Urban Restaurant Tour
Jill Santopolo: The Light We Lost Begins 6:30pm Oxford Exchange Selected for Reese Witherspoon’s February Book Club Pick, The Light We Lost is a devastatingly romantic debut novel about the enduring power of first love with a shocking, unforgettable ending. Author Jill Santopolo is an adjunct professor in The New School’s MFA program and she travels the world to speak about writing and storytelling. The Light We Lost
Isle of Dogs (2018) 7pm to 8:45pm Tampa Theatre Twenty years into the future, Japan is beset by the most adorable plague on record – there’s just too many dogs. But an outbreak of dog flu gives the anti-dog mayor an opening, and all dogs are ordered quarantined to a freestanding landfill off the coast where they’re left to fend for themselves. But one young man refuses to let go of his lost, beloved pet and makes a pilgrimage to the new Isle of Dogs. Can he fight the power of an entire government to reunite with his friend? Isle of Dogs (2018)
Beautiful- The Carole King Musical Begins 7:30pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts This musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Beautiful- The Carole King Musical
HIR Begins 8pm Jobsite Theater Somewhere in the suburbs, Isaac has returned from Afghanistan under unusual circumstances to help take care of his ailing father. Isaac’s mother and newly-out transgender sibling Max are on a crusade to dismantle the household’s crumbling patriarchy. This show leaves normative and progressive ideas about gender, family, and the middle class in hilarious and ultimately tragic disarray. HIR
Easter Weekend at the Aquarium 9:30am to 5pm The Florida Aquarium Kick off your Easter weekend with an exciting event mixing the holiday with the underwater allure of the Aquarium. Enjoy fun crafts, activities, and an underwater Easter egg scavenger hunt! There will also be a diving Easter Bunny and plenty of photo ops with the Easter Bunny in the Panoramic Coral Reef Room. Easter Weekend at the Aquarium
Son of Real Florida: Stories From My Life with Jeff Klinkenberg Begins at Noon Tampa Bay History Center Enjoy a lunchtime talk with renowned author and journalist Jeff Klinkenberg. Klinkenberg will discuss his recently-published memoir Son of Real Florida: Stories From My Life. Born in 1949, Klinkenberg grew up in Miami and began exploring the Florida Keys and the Everglades as a small boy. He started working at The Miami News when he was 16 and became a journalism graduate of the University of Florida. He’s in the UF Journalism College’s Hall of Fame and he spent four decades with the Tampa Bay Times before retiring in 2014. Son of Real Florida
UT Women’s Tennis vs. Florida Tech Begins 3pm University of Tampa – Martinez Athletics Center The Spartans hit the hardcourt to defend their turf against the visiting Florida Tech Panthers. This event is free and open to the public, so grab a seat and catch some college tennis action! UT Women’s Tennis vs. Florida Tech
Isle of Dogs (2018) Shows at 5:45pm and 8:30pm Tampa Theatre Twenty years into the future, Japan is beset by the most adorable plague on record – there’s just too many dogs. But an outbreak of dog flu gives the anti-dog mayor an opening, and all dogs are ordered quarantined to a freestanding landfill off the coast where they’re left to fend for themselves. But one young man refuses to let go of his lost, beloved pet and makes a pilgrimage to the new Isle of Dogs. Can he fight the power of an entire government to reunite with his friend? Isle of Dogs (2018)
Beautiful- The Carole King Musical Begins 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts This musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Beautiful- The Carole King Musical
Egg Hunt Begins 8am Glazer Children’s Museum Get ready for Easter with this fun egg hunt extravaganza! Meet and take pictures with the Easter Bunny, search for thousands of eggs, play games, and more at this annual Egg Hunt. All activities, snacks and treats, and a full day of Museum play are included with admission. Egg Hunt
Civil War Roundtable Begins 9am Tampa Bay History Center This informative and informal gathering will examine both historical and contemporary topics related to the “War Between the States,” with guest speaker Dr. Richard Banz, executive director of the Southern Museum and Kennesaw Museum Foundation. Learn about a group of undercover Union raiders who traveled past Confederate lines in 1862 to steal a locomotive named “The General.” This half-day symposium is non-political and non-partisan, as well as free and open to the public. Civil War Roundtable
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
UT Women’s Lacrosse vs Colorado State-Pueblo Begins 1pm University of Tampa – Naimoli Family Athletic and Intramural Complex The Spartans grab the sticks and hit the field to defend their turf against the visiting Colorado State-Pueblo ThunderWolves. Get a ticket and settle in for a lacrosse showdown! UT Women’s Lacrosse vs Colorado State-Pueblo
Beautiful- The Carole King Musical Shows at 2pm and 8pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts This musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Beautiful- The Carole King Musical
Isle of Dogs (2018) Shows at 2pm, 4:45pm, and 7:30pm Tampa Theatre Twenty years into the future, Japan is beset by the most adorable plague on record – there’s just too many dogs. But an outbreak of dog flu gives the anti-dog mayor an opening, and all dogs are ordered quarantined to a freestanding landfill off the coast where they’re left to fend for themselves. But one young man refuses to let go of his lost, beloved pet and makes a pilgrimage to the new Isle of Dogs. Can he fight the power of an entire government to reunite with his friend? Isle of Dogs (2018)
Francesca Ani- Live & Local 6:45pm to 8:45pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Inspired by a spectrum of artists in pop, R&B, and Christian Rock music, Francesca writes and performs original songs and has already shared the stage with professionals and even appeared on network television. Francesca Ani- Live & Local
On The Edge Begins 7pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts Featuring the award-winning dancers of the Patel Conservatory Popular Dance Program alongside artists from Next Generation Ballet, this show offers something from the contemporary dance world for everyone. Directed by former Radio City Rockette Dance Captain Kelly King, the performance showcases a variety of works fusing high-energy precision with the fluidity of contemporary dance, the percussion of tap and more. On The Edge
Demi Lovato & DJ Khaled Begins 7:30pm Amalie Arena Downtown Tampa will be rocking when this pop music tag team takes the stage. Grammy®-nominated, multi-platinum singer and songwriter Demi Lovato today will perform, with multi-platinum hip-hop icon DJ Khaled. Hear all your favorites from each of these highly-acclaimed artists and enjoy a spectacular show. Demi Lovato & DJ Khaled
Easter Brunch Begins 11am Maestro’s at the Straz Center An Easter extravaganza beyond compare! Enjoy an assortment of delectable breakfast offerings including chef-attended omelette and carving stations, a bountiful salad bar, hot buffet and beautiful dessert display. Mimosas and champagne are included in the price as well, so toast away! Easter Brunch
Beautiful- The Carole King Musical Shows at 2pm and 7:30pm Straz Center for the Performing Arts This musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Beautiful- The Carole King Musical
Isle of Dogs (2018) Shows at 3:15pm and 6pm Tampa Theatre Twenty years into the future, Japan is beset by the most adorable plague on record – there’s just too many dogs. But an outbreak of dog flu gives the anti-dog mayor an opening, and all dogs are ordered quarantined to a freestanding landfill off the coast where they’re left to fend for themselves. But one young man refuses to let go of his lost, beloved pet and makes a pilgrimage to the new Isle of Dogs. Can he fight the power of an entire government to reunite with his friend? Isle of Dogs (2018)
HIR Begins 4pm Jobsite Theater Somewhere in the suburbs, Isaac has returned from Afghanistan under unusual circumstances to help take care of his ailing father. Isaac’s mother and newly-out transgender sibling Max are on a crusade to dismantle the household’s crumbling patriarchy. This show leaves normative and progressive ideas about gender, family, and the middle class in hilarious and ultimately tragic disarray. HIR
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
Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Nashville Predators Begins 6pm Amalie Arena The Lightning host the defending Western Conference champion Nashville Predators in a Sunday matinee. Only a few home games left in the regular season, so don your best blue, cheer on your team, and Be the Thunder! Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Nashville Predators
Amalie Arena Demi Lovato & DJ Khaled – March 31 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Nashville Predators – April 1 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Boston Bruins – April 3 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Buffalo Sabres – April 6 Lorde – April 11 98ROCKFEST – April 20 Jeff Dunham – April 29 James Taylor – May 12 Justin Timberlake – May 15 Shania Twain – June 2 Maroon 5 – June 16 Daryl Hall & John Oates and Train – June 22 Sam Smith – July 13 The Smashing Pumpkins – July 25 Kevin Hart – August 4 Journey & Def Leppard – August 18 Game of Thrones – September 21 Joyce Meyer Ministries 2018 Women’s Conference – October 25 to 27 Elton John – November 28
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts Photography 101 – Through April 4 Q and A’s Photogrpahy Workshop – April 22 Aesthetics and Perception of Advanced Digital Collage – April 28 and May 5 Iphoneography 101 – May 20
Glazer Children’s Museum Make it Monday – Weekly Toddler Tuesday – Weekly Worldly Wednesday – Weekly Tinker and Tech Thursday – Weekly Fun Fridays – Weekly ath + Music + March – Through March 31 Positive Parenting Program: A Five Part Series! – Through April 2 Egg Hunt – March 31 April Showers + Flowers – April 1 to April 30 Positive Parenting Program: A Five-Part Series – April 2 Free Tuesday with Children’s Board of Hillsborough County – April 3 Member Morning – April 8 Developmental Checkups – April 10 Mindfulness with Evolve: Family Yoga – April 14 Week of the Young Child – April 16 to April 20 New! Exercise with iStroll – April 18 Science-tastic Day: Be a Citizen Scientist – April 21 Earth Day: Rain Barrel Workshop – April 22 Grown Up Night (+21) – 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 Give Day Tampa Bay – May 1 Blue Star Museums – May 27 to September 2
Jobsite Theater HIR – Through April 1 1984 – April 27 to May 20 Dancing at Lughnasa – June 15 to July 8
The John F. Germany Public Library Recording Studio Open House – March 29 Tai Chi with Bonnie Birdsall – Tuesdays Walk-In Tech Help – Wednesdays Toddler Time – Wednesdays Crafternoon – Thursdays Baby Sign – Thursdays Of the Wild Art by Kelly Quinn – Through April 30 Recording Studio Open House – March 29 DIY Crafting: Biological Bracelet – March 30 Tampa’s Longshoremen: On the Waterfront and in the Community – March 31 Magic Tree House Techsplorers – April 3 Rapunzel – April 4 Mini-Makers – April 4 Outside the Lines – Coloring for Adults – April 6 Rex Manning Day Book and Record Swap – April 7 Story Time – April 11 Movies @ the Library – The Searchers – April 13 Movies @ the Library – Only the Brave – April 20 Floral Findings: A History of the Florida Botanical Gardens – April 21 DIY Crafting: Graduation announcements & invitations – April 22 Personal Finance 101: Learn the Lingo – April 28
Patel Conservatory On the Edge – March 31 Honors Recital – April 3 Rock School Blowout – April 22 Peter Pan, Jr. – April 26 to 29 Breakin’ Out – April 28 Spring Into Dance – April 28 Spring Music Spectacular: Around the World in 90 Minutes – May 8 Evening of Dance – May 11 Beginning Dance 1 Recitals – May 12 End-of-Year Celebration – May 17 Private Lesson Recitals – May 19 Choral and Chamber Music Intensive Concert – June 8 The Wizard of OZ – June 14 to 17 Shakespeare Intensive – June 14 Summer Jazz Intensive – July 20 End-of-Summer Music Blowout – August 1 Showstoppers: Broadway Intensive – August 3 to 5 Summer Evening of Dance – August 10
Stageworks Theatre The Speak! Tank: Spoken Word Sundays – First Sunday of every month Christ Fellowship – Wednesdays In the Time of the Butterflies – April 12 to 28 Blithe Spirit – June 1 to 16
Straz Center for the Performing Arts Open Rehearsal – Verdi’s Macbeth – Through April 5 Beautiful – The Carole King Musical – Through April 5 Honors Recital – April 3 Standing at the Water’s Edge – April 3 The Florida Orchestra – Fiesta! – April 5 mad Theatre presents Green Day’s American Idiot – April 5 to 15 The Florida Orchestra – R&B Legends with Michael Lynche – April 6 Opera Gala 2018 – April 7 Sons of Serendip – April 12 Giuseppe Verdi’s Macbeth – April 13 and 15 Randy Rainbow – April 13 Angels in America Part I: Millennium Approaches – April 14 Anthony Jeselnik: Funny Games – April 19 Latin Nights – April 19 The Florida Orchestra – Verdi’s Requiem – April 20 Best of Tampa Bay – April 21 Megan Hilty – April 22 Rock School Blowout – April 22 Rhiannon Giddens with Special Guest Dead Horses – April 23 Waitress – April 24 to 29 1984 – April 25 to May 20 The Florida Orchestra – 50! – April 26 The Florida Orchestra – Celebrate Broadway – April 27 Little Black Dress – April 27 Breakin’ Out – April 28 Tampa Bay Symphony “A Tour of the Symphony” – April 29 The Florida Orchestra – Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 – May 4 Next Generation Ballet’s Cinderella – May 5
Tampa Bay History Center Old Glory – February to July 2018 Civil War Roundtable – March 31 Walk Tampa: Tampa Bay Black History Tour – March 31
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 Art on the House – Fridays Art Spot – Saturdays Made in Tampa: From the 1970s to Now – Through April 1 Claudia Ryan and Rob Tarbell: Skyway Curators’ Choice – Through April 1 Elisabeth Condon and Bruce Marsh: Skyway Audience Choice – Through April 1
Tampa Theatre Isle of Dogs – March 27 to April 11 Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo Live – April 5 An American Tail – April 8 Cool Runnings – April 15 Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox – April 21 Flipper – April 22 The Dark Crystal – April 29 Sing-Along The Little Mermaid – May 6 The Longest Game – May 24
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