Florida’s theatre scene presents 15 diverse performances across nine cities this week, featuring major Broadway touring productions alongside local dance competitions and multimedia arts. The lineup spans genres from classical theatre and dance to comedy and variety shows, with marquee names including touring productions of hit Broadway musicals and comedian Ali Wong. Cities from Jacksonville to Sarasota offer audiences premium entertainment options with performances at renowned venues throughout the state.
A Beautiful Noise takes center stage with multiple performances at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota, running Tuesday March 31 at 7:00 PM and Wednesday April 1 at both 1:30 PM and 7:00 PM. Hell’s Kitchen opens Tuesday March 31 at 7:30 PM at David A. Straz Center’s Carol Morsani Hall in Tampa, bringing the acclaimed Broadway musical to Florida audiences. Moulin Rouge continues its touring run Wednesday April 1 at 7:00 PM at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, while Ali Wong delivers her live comedy show Wednesday April 1 at 7:00 PM at Florida Theatre Jacksonville.
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. Orlando leads with the most entertainment options, featuring Countess Luann at Plaza Live Tuesday March 31 at 7:30 PM and Cirque du Soleil’s Drawn to Life at Walt Disney World Wednesday April 1 at 5:30 PM. St Petersburg hosts ADC IBC dance competitions at Duke Energy Center for the Arts’ Mahaffey Theater on both Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, while Tampa adds classical music with Rhythm and Brass at Peter and Cynthia Zinober Concert Hall Tuesday March 31 at 7:30 PM.
Ticket availability varies by venue and production, with major touring shows typically commanding premium pricing at Florida’s top performing arts centers. Theatre enthusiasts should prioritize the limited-run Broadway touring productions of A Beautiful Noise, Hell’s Kitchen, and Moulin Rouge for their professional caliber and production values. Comedy fans have a rare opportunity to see Ali Wong’s live performance at the historic Florida Theatre Jacksonville, while families can experience Cirque du Soleil’s Disney collaboration at Walt Disney World.