Trans-Siberian Orchestra brings epic Christmas showcase back to Tampa this winter

If you have kids, you might want to catch the matinee.

click to enlarge Trans-Siberian Orchestra plays Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida on December 16, 2017. - Jess Phillips
Jess Phillips
Trans-Siberian Orchestra plays Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida on December 16, 2017.
Symphonic metal royalty Trans-Siberian Orchestra is emerging from the shadows, and has announced the return of its Ghosts of Christmas Eve tour, which is headed to Tampa just in time for the holiday.

Tickets to Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s back-to-back shows at Tampa’s Amalie Arena on Sunday, Dec. 18 (2 p.m. and 7 p.m.) go on sale Friday, Sept. 16 at 10 a.m., and start at $29.
We’re still marveling at the fact that it’s been five years since founder Paul O’Neill died in a Tampa hotel room. And while it’s not looking like the group is calling it a day in his honor, there hasn’t been any new music released since 2015, so it’s anyone’s call if TSO is taking the legacy band route.

Also, don’t freak out if you find out that TSO is playing a different city on Dec. 18. Years ago, in the wake of overwhelming demand, O’Neill put two touring bands together, each assigned a designated coast of the country.

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Josh Bradley

Josh Bradley is Creative Loafing Tampa's resident live music freak. He started freelancing with the paper in 2020 at the age of 18, and has since covered, announced, and previewed numerous live shows in Tampa Bay. Check the music section in print and online every week for the latest in local live music.
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