Florida’s performing arts scene presents fifteen diverse shows across nine cities during the week of March 30, featuring Broadway touring productions, comedy headliners, dance competitions and multimedia performances. The lineup spans genres from classical music and contemporary theatre to variety shows and circus spectacles. Major touring productions anchor the week’s offerings alongside regional theatre productions and specialized dance competitions.
Hell’s Kitchen opens Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 PM at David A. Straz Center - Carol Morsani Hall in Tampa, bringing the acclaimed Broadway musical to Florida audiences. A Beautiful Noise performs three shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota, with performances Tuesday, March 31 at 7:00 PM, Wednesday, April 1 at 1:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Ali Wong Live takes the stage Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 PM at Florida Theatre Jacksonville, delivering her signature comedy style. Moulin Rouge arrives Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 PM at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, completing the week’s major touring attractions.
Other notable productions include The Visit at Constans Theatre in Gainesville Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 PM, and Almost Maine at Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach Wednesday, April 1 at 2:00 PM. Cirque du Soleil: Drawn to Life continues its run at Walt Disney World in Orlando Wednesday, April 1 at 5:30 PM. Tampa leads with the most performance options, hosting Hell’s Kitchen and Rhythm and Brass at Peter and Cynthia Zinober Concert Hall Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 PM. St Petersburg features ADC IBC dance competitions at Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater on both Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
The week’s programming offers varied price points and performance times to accommodate different audiences and schedules. Theatre enthusiasts should prioritize the limited-run touring productions of Hell’s Kitchen, A Beautiful Noise, and Moulin Rouge for their professional Broadway caliber performances. Comedy fans have a rare opportunity to see Ali Wong’s live performance at the historic Florida Theatre Jacksonville. Dance aficionados can witness competitive performances at the ADC IBC competitions in St Petersburg.