Florida’s performing arts scene presents 15 diverse productions this week across nine cities, spanning Broadway touring shows, dance competitions, comedy acts and classical music. Major touring productions Hell’s Kitchen and A Beautiful Noise anchor the week’s offerings alongside Cirque du Soleil and comedian Ali Wong. The lineup encompasses theatre, dance, comedy, classical music, multimedia and variety performances from Tampa to Jacksonville.
Hell’s Kitchen takes the stage at David A. Straz Center - Carol Morsani Hall in Tampa on Monday, March 30 at 7:30 PM and Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 PM. A Beautiful Noise performs at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota with shows Tuesday, March 31 at 7:00 PM and Wednesday, April 1 at both 1:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Moulin Rouge brings its spectacle to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater on Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 PM. Cirque du Soleil: Drawn to Life continues its run at Walt Disney World in Orlando on Wednesday, April 1 at 5:30 PM.
Dance enthusiasts can attend the ADC IBC Round 1 Compulsory Competition at Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater in St Petersburg on Monday, March 30 at 7:00 PM, followed by Round 2 competitions Tuesday, March 31 at 7:00 PM. Comedy fans have Ali Wong Live at Florida Theatre Jacksonville on Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 PM. Tampa leads with four venues hosting shows, followed by St Petersburg and Sarasota with multiple performances each. Additional productions include The Visit at Constans Theatre in Gainesville, Almost Maine at Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach, and Countess Luann at Plaza Live in Orlando.
Ticket pricing varies significantly across venues and show types, though specific prices were not provided for most productions. Theatre-goers should prioritize the limited-engagement touring Broadway shows Hell’s Kitchen, A Beautiful Noise and Moulin Rouge for their production values and star power. The ADC IBC dance competitions offer unique opportunities to witness emerging talent in classical and contemporary dance styles.