13-Palladium Chamber Players Led by
Florida Orchestra Concertmaster Jeffrey
Multer, the players will include Violinist
Danielle Farina, Cellist Edward Arron and
Pianist Jeewon Park in this concert at The
Palladium in St. Petersburg, (727) 822-3590.
14 thru 24-They’re Playing Our Song
Based on the book by Neil Simon, the music
by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Carole
Bayre Sager, this intimate musical will be
at Francis Wilson Playhouse in Clearwater,
(727) 446-1360.
15-Scott Stapp Former frontman for
Creed, Stapp will bring his Proof of Life tour
to the Palladium Theater in St. Petersburg,
(727) 893-7832.
15-17-The Fabulous Forties Jeff Tyzik
will conduct The Florida Orchestra, along
with award-winning swing dancers, with
music from the big-band era, (727) 892-3337
or (800) 662-7286.
16-Paul Anka Enjoy the music of this
legendary teen idol of the ‘50s at Ruth
Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
16-JB Smoove “The Mahaffey on the
Move” series will present this New York
comedian, actor and award-winning writer
at The Palladium Theater in St. Petersburg,
(727) 893-7832.
16-Stageworks 10th Annual Gala This
black tie, or optional Saturday Night Live
character, lounge party, open bar and
silent auction that will honor its past board
president and visionary theater supporter
Andrea Graham, will be at District 3 in
Tampa, (813) 374-2416.
16-Jane Lynch Following her iconic
portrayal as Sue Sylvester on the TV
show Glee and Miss Hannigan in Annie on
Broadway, this musical and comedic artist
will be at the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater,
(727) 791-7400.
16-John Denver Musical Tribute
Ted Vigil will star in this tribute to the
legendary John Denver at the Tarpon
Springs Performing Arts Center,
(727) 937-0686.
16-Old Russian New Year’s Gala
Russian Heritage will hold its 20th annual
black-tie Gala with an elegant dinner, music
and dancing at the St. Petersburg Yacht
Club. For tickets, go to russianheritage.org.
17-Adam Trent, The Futurist Star of the
hit Broadway show The Illusionists, Trent’s
show that combines magic and standup
comedy will be at Ruth Eckerd Hall in
Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
17 thru Feb 7-International Miniature
Art Show The Miniature Art Society of
Florida’s 41st annual show of small-sized
fine paintings, sculptures and calligraphy
will be 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and noon-
4 p.m. Sun. at the Dunedin Fine Art Center,
(727) 584-3883, 525-8251.
18-Taste of Safety Harbor Enjoy this
10th annual event, presented by the Safety
Harbor Chamber of Commerce, at the
Safety Harbor Spa, (727) 726-2890.
19-Jackson Browne Solo Acoustic
Enjoy this legendary singer/songwriter,
playing both the guitar and piano, at Ruth
Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
20-The Temptations and The Four
Tops These two legendary Motown groups
will bring their smash hits and fine-tuned
choreography to Ruth Eckerd Hall in
Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
20-Arlo Guthrie
This singer-songwriter, storyteller and
social commentator will perform at the
Capitol Theatre in Clearwater,
(727) 791-7400.
20 thru Feb 14-Disney’s
The Lion King The winner of six Tony
Awards, including Best Musical, this
phenomenal Broadway show will be at the
Straz Center in Tampa,
(813) 229-STAR (7827).
20 thru Feb 21-Jitney August Wilson’s
award-winning drama, set in Pittsburgh,
will be at American Stage in St. Petersburg,
(727) 823-PLAY (7529).
21-Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage
This exciting concert, including a live
symphony orchestra, will feature the
great music and visuals that range from
the original TV series to all of the motion
pictures on a 40-foot screen at Ruth Eckerd
Hall in Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
21-24-Palm Harbor Citrus Festival
The 8th Annual four-day festival that
celebrates the heritage of Palm Harbor,
featuring carnival rides and games, a King
and Queen Pageant, kids’ crafts, food,
drinks, live bands and more will be on
Florida Avenue in Historic Downtown Palm
Harbor. For more information, call the Palm
Harbor Chamber of Commerce,
(727) 784-4287.
22-Celebrity Karaoke This big cocktail
party with entertainment to benefit Family
Resources will be at TPepin’s Hospitality
Centre in Tampa, (727) 521-5211.
22-Wynonna and the Big Noise
Enjoy a music journey through the career of
this country star, from The Judds through
her solo performances along with her band,
at the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater,
(727) 791-7400.
22-23-Peter Max
This iconic American pop culture artist will
be at Syd Entel Galleries/Susan Benjamin
Glass etc. in Safety Harbor, (727) 725-1808.
22-23-Ghost of a Chance
This spirited comedy performed by
Stageworks Impromptu Players will be at
Stageworks Theatre in Tampa,
(813) 374-2416.
22-24-Mozart & More! Michael Francis
will conduct The Florida Orchestra, with
guest pianist Gilles Vonsattel, in this concert
featuring selections from Stravinsky,
Mozart and Cage, (727) 892-3337 or
(800) 662-7286.
23-The Opera Gala Sarasota Opera will
celebrate the start of the Verdi Cycle’s final
season with this Gala, including cocktails,
a four-course dinner, a special performance
by Principal Artists and more at The Ritz-
Carlton in Sarasota, (941) 328-1300.
23-42nd Street This musical comedy
classic with an unforgettable score will be at
Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
23-The Brothers Four Pioneers of
the music known as “folk revival,” this
legendary quartet will perform at the
Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center,
(727) 937-0686.
23-Martinis & Matisse This fun-filled
benefit for the Clearwater Free Clinic,
featuring unique art, local chef specialties,
cool martinis, fine wine and live music,
will be at the Frank Crum Complex in
Clearwater, (727) 447-3041.
23-24-Engelbert Humperdinck
Following 25 appearances at Ruth Eckerd
Hall, this legendary romantic singer will
make his debut at the Capitol Theatre in
Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
25-Gaelic Storm With music ranging
from bluegrass and country cowboys to
rock ‘n roll and Celtic favorites, this band
will perform at the Capitol Theatre in
Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
25-“Alter Eagles” This Largo Lions Club
Spotlight Series music tribute benefit will be
at the Largo Cultural Center, 587-6793.
27-Ana Popovic Blending electric funk
and slide guitar, Popovic will perform at the
Capitol Theatre in Clearwater,
(727) 791-7400.
28-Colin Hay Former lead vocalist for
the Australian band Men at Work, Hay
will perform at the Capitol Theatre in
Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
29-Sterling Society Founders Luncheon
This Dunedin Fine Art Center benefit with
keynote speaker Lynn Whitelaw will be at
the Dunedin Golf Club in Dunedin,
(727) 298-3322.
29-David Bromberg This folk and blues
singer and guitarist will be at the Capitol
Theatre in Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
29-The Music of U2 Brent Havens will
conduct The Florida Orchestra in this
rockin’ tribute to this legendary rock band,
(727) 892-3337 or (800) 662-7286.
29-John Prine This legendary guitarist,
singer/songwriter and poet will perform at
Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater,
(727) 791-7400.
29-JOHNNYSWIM The husband and
wife singing/songwriting duo of Abner
Ramirez and Amanda Sudano will perform
at the Straz Center in Tampa,
(813) 229-STAR (7827).
29-Muse Art Awards The third annual
benefit for the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance
will be held at the Museum of Fine Arts,
St. Petersburg, (727) 518-5142 or
www.stpeteartsalliance.org.
29 thru Dec 31-”Pieces of the Past:
Dunedin’s History in Objects” This
exhibition will be at the Dunedin Historical
Museum, (727) 736-1176.
30-The Florida Orchestra Gala Concert
The Orchestra’s second annual fundraising
gala, featuring Michael Feinstein singing
selections from The Great American Songbook,
in celebration of Music Director Michael
Francis’ inaugural season, (727) 892-3337 or
(800) 662-7286.
30-Gary Puckett & Tommy Mara
Tampa Bay area resident Gary Puckett &
The Union Gap will perform, with opening
act Tommy Mara and the Crests, in this
night of sixties’ music at the Capitol Theatre
in Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
30-Dancing With the Stars Live! The
“Dance All Night Tour,” will perform in
this action-packed live show at Ruth Eckerd
Hall in Clearwater, (727) 791-7400.
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