Went to Into the Woods outside at Demens Landing. Been to several of the outdoor plays before and…read morewas surprised the crowd was smaller. Not a well known show outside the theatre world. The show, although well done was really long (first act was 90 minutes). Lots of people left at intermission. Maybe not the best choice of a play for your big outdoor, fundraising show. Performances, lights, costumes, sound, music, set were good.

Amazing, intimate theater in downtown St. Pete. Provocative…read moreshows, fantastic acting.

I can't recommend this theater enough! I am really not into magic, but figured I would go just for…read morea night's entertainment. The first time my husband and I attempted to go in 2025, they had to close down because of technical difficulties. Because we were leaving for Home in New Jersey the next day, we had to wait till the next year to go. It was worth the wait! The show was only about 70 minutes long, but I sat there with my mouth open in amazement the whole time. I was actually called up on stage to help one of their acts and even that close I was amazed at the magic. it's a small intimate theater so all seats are good, but I'm glad we set in the second row for a hands-on experience. I should be their sales rep because I have been telling everybody to go check it out. I actually bought five tickets for my daughter's family because I loved it so much. ironically , my daughter actually got called up on the stage also. If you are in the St. Pete area, I strongly suggest to go see this show.

If I could give 100 stars I would! Chris and Ryan are truly amazing...their stage presence and…read moresense of humor is wonderful! I was truly amazed and could not wait to tell everyone I know and will be posting in my special group I just started for things to do...I picked up information cards and gave them to people I know as well...it was truly an amazing show and I cannot wait to come back in the Fall again with some family members!!

The second piece is Beethoven's 5th and last piano concerto: the Emperor. I've listened to this…read morepiece many times, and tonight it sounds beautiful as I know -:). We've been to a few concerts that were conducted by Michael Francis (1975?-): a likable young man, with humors, a graduate of Cardiff University School of Music. The pianist is Spanish Javier Perianes (1978-) who's pretty short, who doesn't have a list of impressive schools. I enjoyed his playing. When it was done, he returned quickly to give a Chopin encore, without much claps. While he was playing the Chopin, Francis stood at the side of the stage - I thought that's a nice gesture. At the beginning of the concert, of course someone would go to the stage and give a speech. Tonight it's a chubby woman... who probably spent years climbing or paid handsomely to be in that position. She opened up by bragging that TFO Florida Orchestra is world class. But her presence really cheapens the evening. Mostly, she thanks the sponsors. I even saw Rick Steves (1955-), the travel guru's name on the screen. After conductor takes stage, people are still allowed to come in. The ushers are volunteers. I joked to one, "you should go to New York." One of my tennis buddies Susan who's a retired teacher, does the usher circuit, from MSG to baseballs ... and gets paid in 3 digits even event.

We attended Copeland's Symphony No 3 at the Straz In Tampa. I enjoy Conductor Michael Francis and…read morethink he is a valuable asset to the Orchestra The pre-concert talk was helpful. The concert opened with Gershwin's Piano Concerto. The guest pianist, Tzimon Barto, is world class and absolutely blew everyone away with his performance. It was so outstanding, we would have gone the next night again if it had been in Tampa. Bravo!

The Capitol Theatre is a treasure - more so since extensive upgrades in 1981 and 2013. I've lived…read morein Florida since 1959, and this theater was originally for movies. Now it hosts musical acts, podcasters, movies and more! We recently attended THE HIDDEN BRAIN's podcast live taping, hosted by WUSF 89.7FM. It was a fabulous experience. We parked down the street, and it was free. The ushers and security personnel were friendly & efficient. The seats were comfortable, it was easy to see the stage from the back of the house, & the temperature was perfect inside (blazing hot outside). The ladies room had 6 or 7 stalls, and it seemed as if all of us women were able to use the facilities and return to our seats in the time allotted for the intermission. We did not purchase food or drinks, but a wide selection of each was available in the lobby areas, and adequately staffed. Prices seemed reasonable. This theatre is affiliated with Ruth Eckerd Hall. When purchasing tickets, you can save money on fees by buying tickets at their box office instead of online or by phone.

Love this place wow! Cannot believe it took me so long to go here. Such a historical place. Love…read morethe feeling of how they did things back in the day. The sound in here is perfect too. Gonna go back for a few more events this year. They have a bar upstairs too that is neat

Fun times at the Gulfport Geckofest! This cute town has been through it but it still has its vibe…read moreand quirky charm. Street was filled with vendors selling their goods. I was disappointed there were not more art available but the music was playing and people were mingling. A fun parade went through and everybody was enjoying the day. I love the cute wine bars in this town and hopefully Gulfport will continue to thrive as it rebuilds.

2025 was the 25th anniversary of the Gulfport Geckofest. The fest was held in the Historic…read moreWaterfront District area of town. Parking was free and easy to find throughout town. There were plenty of fun, unique vendors, food, and live entertainment. The fest has a "Jimmy Buffet Margaritaville" type vibe. It's a nice event to check out for a couple hours to eat, drink, and people watch.

Attended Craft Beer Fest there and AGT. Love the buildingread more

This is not a review/rating of the George Bernard Shaw play "Arms and the Man" by the Gulfport…read moreCommunity Players but rather the facility itself. The theater seats about a 100 very comfortably. The seats are well padded and spacious. The lighting and acoustics are both very passable. The sound system lacks a bit. Parking is great with plenty of overflow and the location is very easy to get to by foot or car. The refreshments during intermission could be a little better (like better beer) but the prices are reasonable. The space in the lobby and outside are very pleasant and a nice place to stretch the ol' getaway sticks. Overall, it is a nice facility for the smaller community in Gulfport and fits well with the general character of its surroundings.

The play started off a bit slow, but the character development was very good. After the…read moreintermission the play became alive. There were turns and twists in the plot and story-line that kept me totally engaged. For those few that left in intermission....they should be sorry. It was definitely worth staying for the second half. Bravo! The acting was quite good also.

The Raymond James Theatre is a fabulous facility in Downtown St. Petersburg, in St. Petersburg…read moreCollege. It's small and intimate (probably less than 200 seats) which allows the audience to connect with the performers. I have seen various shows by American Stage and am always impressed with how they can transform the stage. I also love that they bring the set into the audience! The theatre is location on the second floor and has a service area where you can purchase beer, wine, and even liquor before a performance or during intermission. The theatre is currently requiring guests to show vaccination and wear masks during the show.