Florida’s performing arts scene presents fifteen diverse productions across ten cities this week, spanning Broadway touring shows, comedy performances, dance competitions, and multimedia art. The lineup features major touring productions of Hell’s Kitchen and Moulin Rouge alongside comedy star Ali Wong and the internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil. Classical music, contemporary theatre, and dance competitions round out the extensive offerings from Jacksonville to Orlando.
Hell’s Kitchen takes the stage at David A. Straz Center - Carol Morsani Hall in Tampa on Wednesday, April 01 at 07:30 PM, bringing the Alicia Keys musical to Florida audiences. Moulin Rouge dazzles at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater the same evening at 07:00 PM, offering the Tony Award-winning spectacle. Comedy fans can catch Ali Wong Live at Florida Theatre Jacksonville on Wednesday, April 01 at 07:00 PM, while A Beautiful Noise performs twice at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota at 01:30 PM and 07:00 PM.
Cirque du Soleil: Drawn to Life presents two shows at Walt Disney World in Orlando on Wednesday, April 01 at 05:30 PM and 08:00 PM. Almost Maine appears at Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach with performances at 02:00 PM and 07:30 PM on April 01. The Visit opens at Constans Theatre in Gainesville at 07:30 PM, while Countess Luann brings Lu Niverse to Amaturo Theater at Broward Center in Ft Lauderdale at 07:30 PM. Tampa leads with three venues hosting shows, followed by Orlando and Sarasota with multiple performances.
The week’s productions cater to varied budgets and tastes, from intimate theatre experiences to grand Broadway spectacles. Must-see recommendations include the touring Broadway hits Hell’s Kitchen and Moulin Rouge for musical theatre enthusiasts, while comedy lovers should prioritize Ali Wong’s performance. Dance aficionados can witness the ADC IBC Round 2 competition at Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater in St Petersburg, and families will find Cirque du Soleil’s Disney collaboration particularly appealing.