They have been planning for months, rehearsing for almost as long. Including the actors, singers, orchestra musicians and stagehands, some 60 students from Newsome, Durant and Plant City high schools are joining forces to stage the musical "Pippin" at Tomlin Middle School Theatre. ...more

November 26, 2008

When The Florida Orchestra's season comes to a close in six months and we look back on those stick-to-the-ribs highlights, this weekend's program will stand out as a keeper. ...more

November 23, 2008

When The Florida Orchestra's season comes to a close in six months and we look back on those stick-to-the-ribs highlights, this weekend's program will stand out as a keeper. ...more

November 22, 2008

Demand for hotel rooms in Hillsborough County declined 12.3 percent in September compared with a year ago, to 286,932 rooms booked, a further indication of the economy's impact on business and leisure travel. ...more

November 21, 2008

FAIRS & FESTS Today Parish carnival: Carnival features Ferris wheel and other rides, food and more; 1 p.m. today; free admission; St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, 705 Ninth St. S.E., Ruskin; (813) 645-1521 ...more

November 16, 2008

Just clicking the wrong button can cost you hundreds of dollars for those "Phantom of the Opera" tickets at the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. And one of the worst things is you can spend far less for much better seats if you buy from the center's site at www.tbpac.org. ...more

November 15, 2008

About 150 children ages 7 to 12 packed the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center on Friday to audition for the chance to perform in the ...more

November 15, 2008

As others head to their offices, Cliff Conatser works outside, painting and refurbishing his boat. He sees business potential on the Hillsborough River. ...more

November 12, 2008

St. John's Episcopal Parish Day School recently kicked off a curriculum unit on the orchestra with a trip to the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. Fourth-graders enjoyed a concert by The Florida Orchestra that focused on fascinating rhythms. ...more

November 5, 2008

"The Phantom of the Opera" has all the ingredients of a hit. It has a proven track record for attracting huge audiences worldwide to wild applause. ...more

November 4, 2008