Cropped image of a female musician sits on a chair, playing a large brown cello on a stage with a rustic, interior set design, wearing a patterned shirt and blue jeans.

Meet Rose Mallare, American Stage’s rocking cello player

She’s back in ‘Hundred Days,’ a folk-rock musical that’s more like an indie concert with feelings than a traditional theatre show.

by Avery Anderson and Tampa Bay Arts Passport November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

Two young actors sit on a black and white checkered floor during a rehearsal, with the man speaking while holding a script and the woman looking at him with a quizzical expression.

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa’s ThinkTank Theatre puts some sunscreen on Shakespeare

‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ runs Nov. 5-16.

by Avery Anderson and Tampa Bay Arts Passport November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

A man in a green shirt and hat, and a woman in a long, brightly colored striped dress, stand smiling in front of the red facade of "The Studio @ 620" venue.

Arts & Entertainment

Erica Sutherlin details her three-phase plan for St. Pete’s Studio@620.

Community support will continue to be crucial.

by David Warner October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

Music

Dirty Dozen Brass Band playing at Skipper’s Smokehouse next month

It’s all over now…not.

by Josh Bradley October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

A large group of people celebrating inside a bright, new commercial space, raising glasses of champagne. The group includes a man in a blue blazer and a woman in a long black dress, surrounded by staff in black attire.

Food & Drink

Legendary Tampa restaurant Mise en Place will open new Ybor City location in December

There’s one last party happening at the Grand Central location on Halloween.

by Ray Roa October 30, 2025October 30, 2025

Close-up portrait of a bald man with a full white beard and glasses, wearing a purple collared shirt, against a softly blurred green and yellow outdoor background.

Arts & Entertainment

Opera Tampa’s ‘Love v. Death’ is the kind of tale that could only happen in Florida

The new work from St. Pete composer Tom Sivak is part gothic romance, part tabloid fever dream and runs Nov. 1-2 at Jaeb Theater.

by Avery Anderson and Tampa Bay Arts Passport October 30, 2025October 30, 2025

A high-resolution studio photo featuring five members of the theatrical heavy metal band GWAR in their grotesque, heavily armored, and detailed alien costumes, posing aggressively against a sterile white background.

Music

Gwar brings 40th anniversary tour to Ybor City next month

A 32-page comic book accompanies the band’s new album, because who doesn’t want to go all Coheed & Cambria on their fans?

by Josh Bradley October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

Close-up crop of a painting on wood featuring a woman with dark hair and closed eyes, wearing golden chains and jewelry. A stylized, anatomical heart with roots emerges from her chest.

Arts & Entertainment

‘Cotton Candy Daydream’ brings a blend of contemporary pop art, surrealism and mysticism to St. Pete

Meet Orlando artists Cake Marques and MikeyBear McGrath this weekend at Bayboro Brewing.

by Jennifer Ring October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

Punk rock duo The Dollyrots, Kelly Ogden and Luis Cabezas, are sitting on a curb in a sunlit urban setting. Bassist/vocalist Kelly Ogden (left), with long, silver-white hair and sunglasses, is wearing a pink leopard-print jacket, a black top, black skinny jeans, and buckled combat-style boots. Guitarist/vocalist Luis Cabezas (right), with dark, messy hair and blue-green highlights, is wearing sunglasses, a denim vest with a patch, a black t-shirt, pink skinny jeans, and high-top Converse sneakers.

Music

Legendary local punk duo The Dollyrots play a pre-Warped Tour homecoming set next month

Because they’re awesome.

by Josh Bradley October 28, 2025October 29, 2025

Andrew McMahon, with platinum hair, a blue button-down shirt, and a white sweater draped over his shoulders, leans over and intensely plays a dark, worn upright piano on a stage during a performance.

Music

Ahead of St. Pete Halloween show, Andrew McMahon reveals the best gig he ever saw

When one piano man wowed another.

by Ray Roa and Josh Bradley October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

A close-up, high-angle shot of a gourmet dish. In the center, a deep blue bowl holds noodles, seared pink meat sprinkled with black sesame seeds, and colorful garnishes. Silver chopsticks lie across the bowl's rim. The bowl is on a large, blue-green speckled platter, which also holds a small side salad to the left and a sesame-seed-crusted block of food to the right. A silver spoon rests in front of the bowl on the platter.

Food & Drink

Savor St. Pete is back this weekend with Food Network stars, unlimited wine and gourmet bites

Thyme to party (sustainably).

by Emily McLaughlin October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Tampa Bay theaters join forces for ‘Cadillac Crew’

The Civil Rights-era play closes the season at Powerstories and opens the season at Studio@620.

by Avery Anderson and Tampa Bay Arts Passport October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

Portrait of a man with a large afro, wearing a suit jacket and amber sunglasses, laughing enthusiastically while standing amidst several microphones; Photo by Stephanie Parsley.

Music

Charismatic rock oddball Andy Frasco brings introspective new LP to St. Pete this winter

Ries Brothers open at Jannus Live.

by J.C. Roddy October 27, 2025October 27, 2025

A white plate filled with various Greek foods, featuring a large, rectangular slice of pastitsio or moussaka with a browned, cheesy bechamel top. Alongside it are green peas, two stuffed grape leaves (dolmades), and a triangular piece of spanakopita.

Arts & Entertainment

Opa! Clearwater Greekfest continues one of Pinellas’ longest running traditions this weekend

by Selene San Felice October 24, 2025October 24, 2025

A promotional photo of the rock band All Time Low, taken by Ashley Osborn. The four members are posed in close proximity against a dark gray background. The lead singer, with blond hair, kneels in the foreground wearing a distinctive red, white, and black patterned cardigan. The other three members stand or kneel behind him.

Music

All Time Low brings new album to downtown Clearwater next month

Dear Maria, count us in.

by Josh Bradley October 23, 2025October 23, 2025

A DJ or performer stands triumphantly atop a large, colorful LED stage setup with their hands raised. Thick plumes of white and purple stage smoke erupt from the platform, illuminated by dark lighting in a concert venue at night.

Music

Pied Piper’s Haunted Carnival brings EDM stars to Tampa’s Armature Works this weekend

Steve Aoki & Rick Ross, Galantis and Sickick headline the waterfront festival.

by Sophia Lowrie October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

A promotional photo of the alternative rock band Sweet Pill shows five members, all wearing black, standing against a vibrant red background. The lead singer, who is centered and slightly forward, has short, dark curly hair and is wearing a black blazer over a black top, revealing chest tattoos and necklaces. They hold a small, ornate mirrored hand fan out towards the viewer. Four male band members stand behind her; two have long, dark curly hair and one has short dark hair with a baseball cap and glasses. On the left and right sides of the image, duplicates of two of the male members are partially visible, with surreal, distorted reflections of small hand mirrors superimposed near their faces, adding a dreamlike or unsettling effect. The strong red lighting gives the image a dramatic and intense feel.

Music

Philly-punk outfit Sweet Pill plays last show of the year in Tampa next month

Girls Rock alums open the Ybor City show.

by Josh Bradley October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

Black and white portrait of Geddy Lee (left), with long hair and glasses, and Alex Lifeson (right), with short light hair, of the band Rush. Both men are smiling and wearing dark jackets, with Lifeson's arm around Lee's shoulder.

Music

Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson bringing Rush reunion tour to Tampa next year

New world, man.

by Josh Bradley October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

A portrait of a woman with striking long, frizzy, reddish-orange hair. She is wearing an asymmetrical, sporty top and black shorts, and is crouching low to the floor. The setting is a room with pale pink walls and a wooden floor, with a curtain visible on the right.

Show Previews

Q&A: Before Tampa show, Ravyn Lenae talks going viral, performing live, and being herself

The Chicago-born singer supports Renee Rapp for a portion of her ‘Bite Me’ tour.

by Alisha Durosier October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

A choreographer or director sitting on a stool to the right, looking at dancers performing a lift in a brightly lit studio with a mirrored wall. The woman is wearing a black top and pants, working on a silver laptop resting on a cart. Other dancers are visible in the background and reflections.

Local Arts

Jennifer Archibald, perhaps the world’s foremost choreographer, now calls Tampa Bay home

‘She is the person of the moment right now.’

by Marty Clear October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

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Things to Do

Meet Rose Mallare, American Stage’s rocking cello player

Tampa’s ThinkTank Theatre puts some sunscreen on Shakespeare

Erica Sutherlin details her three-phase plan for St. Pete’s Studio@620.

Dirty Dozen Brass Band playing at Skipper’s Smokehouse next month

Legendary Tampa restaurant Mise en Place will open new Ybor City location in December

Opera Tampa’s ‘Love v. Death’ is the kind of tale that could only happen in Florida

Gwar brings 40th anniversary tour to Ybor City next month

‘Cotton Candy Daydream’ brings a blend of contemporary pop art, surrealism and mysticism to St. Pete

Legendary local punk duo The Dollyrots play a pre-Warped Tour homecoming set next month

Ahead of St. Pete Halloween show, Andrew McMahon reveals the best gig he ever saw

Savor St. Pete is back this weekend with Food Network stars, unlimited wine and gourmet bites

Tampa Bay theaters join forces for ‘Cadillac Crew’

Charismatic rock oddball Andy Frasco brings introspective new LP to St. Pete this winter

Opa! Clearwater Greekfest continues one of Pinellas’ longest running traditions this weekend

All Time Low brings new album to downtown Clearwater next month

Pied Piper’s Haunted Carnival brings EDM stars to Tampa’s Armature Works this weekend

Philly-punk outfit Sweet Pill plays last show of the year in Tampa next month

Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson bringing Rush reunion tour to Tampa next year

Q&A: Before Tampa show, Ravyn Lenae talks going viral, performing live, and being herself

Jennifer Archibald, perhaps the world’s foremost choreographer, now calls Tampa Bay home