The Well-Played List, 11-13-2013: Harry Nilsson, Darkside, The Paley Brothers, Action Bronson & more
Music we’re jamming this week; audio, video & Spotify playlist included.
Do This: Don Juan in Hell
The all-star cast includes Todd Olson, David Warner, John Fleming and Roxanne Fay.
Morning Report: Kriseman’s campaign manager tweets himself into trouble
Plus: Speed limit increases proposed, sexual harassment at Children’s Services, and more …
New Music Tuesday! (November 12): Lady Gaga, Cowboy Junkies, ERAAS & more
Releases out this week; audio included.
St. Petersburg’s Globe Coffee Lounge to reopen on Black Friday
Shop quick, people. The beloved coffeehouse is reopening for ONE day only.
Do This: Veterans Day events
A THEATRICAL SALUTE: Cadence: Home can be seen at the Straz this evening at 7:30 p.m. Today we honor and express gratitude to the brave men and women who sacrifice their lives and comfort to protect our freedoms. Local business, attractions and organizations are joining in the salute to military with a host of activities,…
Jon Gruden honors coaches at Tampa Hooters
The Fired Football Coaches Association (FFCA) and Hooters teamed up to recognize local high school football coaches.
Morning Report: Smile, you’re on mugshots.com
Plus: Typhoon Haiyan, local election news and more …
Review: Cyndi Lauper’s slightly unusual tour hits Ruth Eckerd Hall
A look back at the Fri., Nov. 8 concert.
Do This: Alternatives to Rib Fest and Coastline
While most of Tampa Bay is either converging at the big concerts/festivals at St. Pete Bayfront and Tampa, check out these worthwhile alternatives. Blazing Star Arts Festival Step into Boyd Hill's "nature's studio" and make your own pieces to take home. Along with interactive art installations, the event will feature live music, food and drink,…
Senior Kinkster
You’re never too old to pursue your sexual passions.
Sophie B. Hawkins to headline Pussycat Festival
The Saturday fundraiser benefits the Gulf Shore Animal League
Confusion abounds in Jobsite’s Macbeth
A puzzling take on Shakespeare’s murderous Macbeths.
Diana is a royal bore
Naomi Watts is outmatched by her role.
Do This: Seth Rudetsky’s Big Fat Broadway Show
GREAT WHITE GAY: Seth Rudetsky headlines the Straz this weekend. After an evening with Seth Rudetsky, you may never think of Broadway in the same way again. A musical comedy polymath who’s worked with just about every bold-faced name in the business, he’s blessed with manic enthusiasm, lightning-quick comic instincts, and a knack for explaining…
Sexy French lesbians at Tampa Theatre
GROS BISOUS: Adèle Exarchopoulos and Léa Seydoux. Who doesn't love a sexy, controversial flick starring nubile women in love? Certainly not the nominating committee of the Cannes Film Festival. This year the 2013 film Blue Is the Warmest Color was awarded the Palme d'Or. Not since Jerry and George were agog over Rochelle, Rochelle has…
The Gaily News: Senate approves historic ENDA legislation
In a 64-32 bipartisan vote, the U.S. Senate passed the landmark Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA). The bill provides workplace protections to LGBT employees, outlawing discrimination on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation. Currently, 29 states have no laws that provide protections to LGBT workers. However, the historic bill is not currently scheduled in…
Do This: Mary’s Rocks!
Looking for dinner options and a fun way to kick off your weekend? Dine at Hamburger Mary's in Ybor this evening, for an all-star drag show beginning at 8 p.m. showcasing entertainers from the Tampa and Clearwater Mary’s. Metro Wellness and Community Centers provide LGBT events, HIV testing, prevention, case management, wellness and social services…
The Gaily News: St. Pete Pride introduces night parade
There are some major changes in store for the 2014 St. Pete Pride Parade. In an effort to boost attendance and spread the celebration out over the three-day weekend, the festival will now include a night parade for the first time ever. The fundraising concert, which raises money to support the local LGBT community through…
Updates: St. Pete’s new museum, Scientologists’ parties, Ehrlich’s farewell
Two Roses Foundation Architects' rendering of the proposed museum. A Florida entrepreneur is bypassing Tampa for St. Petersburg to build a downtown museum featuring $60 million worth of furnishings, metalwork, prints and other items from the Arts and Crafts movement of the early 20th century. Rudy Ciccarello’s Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement…
St. Pete’s Calvin Royal III is American Ballet Theater’s “new star”
Back in January of 2006, when Creative Loafing was still Weekly Planet, we ran a cover photo of a 17-year-old dancer named Calvin Royal III. His story was part of an issue (now a regular occurrence) that profiled young local artists worth watching. While we're sure being on the cover of CL was nice, it…
Rare specimens could bring tourist dollars
How flora and fauna could spark the St. Pete economy.
Thor: The Dark World shines brightly
There’s a lot to love about the latest adventures of Marvel’s hammer-swinging god.
Coastline Festival demands attention
A “Musiculinary Experience” staged in two cities, the fest hits the hottest trends in music, food and beer.
Zulu Wave wades into Coastline
The band will add local flavor to the inaugural Coastline Festival.
SubRosa reaches the age of dissent
USF CAM peers into the evolution of politically charged art with The Language of Resistance.
Best of the day: Cycle Brewing’s beersicles
Arielle Stevenson Will Cycle Brewing bring back the beersicle? For one night only, St. Pete's Cycle Brewing handed out free "beersicles," made with Cycle's Freewheel IPA and passion fruit juice. Donated by Cycle's anonymous frozen treat mad scientist, every pint of beer came with a complimentary popsicle. One part Cycle beer, one part fresh fruit…
Democrats, it’s time to rebrand
Sure, you won big on election night, but some changes are in order.
Review: Drake gives his all at Tampa Bay Times Forum
A look back at the Wed., Nov. 6 show.
Review: John Legend shines at Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater
A look back at the Mon., Nov. 4 concert.
Tampa Bay locals on the Sriracha-not-pocalypse
Don’t worry. The beloved rooster sauce isn’t going anywhere.
Nouveau pumpkin pie
Skip the frozen pie Frisbee and try some pumpkin-gingersnap trifles instead.
St. Pete’s LGBT victories
The new City Council: And then there were three
Best of the Day: Live Music Overload
From Samurai Shotgun to Rootstock, there’s plenty of live music to choose from this Saturday.
