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The Tampa Tribune

Published: January 11, 2008

Updated: 01/09/2008 09:13 pm

THEATER

Today-Sunday

"Eleemosynary"; an alternately funny and poignant celebration of the beautiful, mysterious and painful bonds between mothers and daughters; 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 4 p.m. Sundays (runs through Jan. 20); $25; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

"Two By Two"; Noah and his eccentric family prepare for the big flood and the 40 days and nights of rain while trapped on a boat for a year; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday; $20 adults, $10 students; St. Petersburg Little Theatre, 4025 31st St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 866-1973

"The Underpants"; a rollicking comic farce that tests the limits of propriety, and explores the draw of overnight celebrity ... for as long as it lasts; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday (opens today and runs through Jan. 27); $12 to $14; Silver Meteor Gallery, 2213 E. Sixth Ave., Tampa; (813) 833-6368

"The Tale of the Allergist's Wife"; an award winning comedy by Charles Busch; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday (opens today and runs through Jan. 26); $14 adults, $12 seniors and students; The Carrollwood Playhouse, 4335 Gunn Highway, Tampa; (813) 265-4000

Saturday

"Ain't Misbehavin'"; the musical soul of 1930s Harlem lives on in this Tony Award-winning, rollicking, swinging, finger-snapping revue; 8 p.m. Saturday; $15 to $32; Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo; (727) 587-6751

Sunday

"Upstairs/Downstairs"; step back in time as hotel staff members and guests recreate the lifestyle, attitudes and values of a bygone era; 2 p.m. Sunday (runs through May 25); $5 suggested donation; Henry B. Plant Museum, 401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa; (813) 258-7302

"Bondage"; a dominatrix and her client play out fantasies based on racial stereotypes and sexual mythologies; 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday; $5, free (for season ticket holders); Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Shimberg Playhouse, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

Week Ahead

"Bowfire"; a musical journey with incredible step and tap dancing performances including a lineup of fiddle and violin virtuosos; 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday; $40 to $50; The Lakeland Center, 701 W. Lime St., Lakeland; (863) 834-8100

"The Drowsy Chaperone"; a musical comedy about a celebrity bride and her uproarious wedding day, complete with thrills and surprises that take both the cast and the audience soaring into the rafters; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; $32.50 to $72.50; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

"A Picasso"; witness a verbal joust between the 20th century's most passionate artist, Picasso, and his interrogator, a seductive woman; 7 p.m. Thursday; $10 to $25; Gorilla Theatre, 4419 N. Hubert Ave., Tampa; (813) 879-2914

DINNER THEATER

Today

"The Full Monty"; six unemployed Buffalo steelworkers recognize the popularity of a local male strip show, come up with a way to make some cash and help a friend in trouble; runs through Feb. 24; 8 p.m. today and Saturday (6 p.m. social), 3 p.m. Sunday (11:30 a.m. social); $32.95 to $44; The Show Palace Dinner Theater, 16128 U.S. Highway 19 N., Hudson; (727) 863-7949

Saturday

"The Poison Lounge"; help crack the case in the Detective Dinner Theater's show (runs through Feb. 9); 7 p.m. Saturday (dinner and the show are at 7:30 p.m.); $49.95; reservations required; Belleview Biltmore Resort and Spa, 25 Belleview Blvd., Clearwater; (727) 446-8569

"Murders She Wrote"; various mystery dinner theater productions, staged on rotating basis, Saturdays (call for schedule) at 6:30 p.m. (6 p.m. social); tickets are $46; reservations required; Radisson Hotel, 20967 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater; (813) 727-7012 or (813) 715-4736

Week Ahead

"Out of Order"; when a British politician entertains an affair with an opposition leader's secretary, nothing goes as planned in this fast-paced farce; 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Thursday, 4 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday (runs through Feb. 24); $29.90; Early Bird Dinner Theatre, 200 S. McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater; (727) 446-5898

DANCE

Today

"Swing Time"; jump, boogie and swing as the "Roomful of Blues" perform live, featuring dancing, prize giveaways and more; 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. today; $15 to $20; Gulfport Casino Ballroom, 5500 Shore Blvd. S., Gulfport; (813) 274-4950

ARTS

Today

Opening reception; features a group exhibit classifying "Tea" as the common element; 6 to 9 p.m. today; free; C. Emerson Fine Arts, 909 Central Ave., St. Petersburg; (727) 898-6068

Artist reception; Paulo Andrade displays his photography titled "Naturesview"; 6 to 9 p.m. today; free; Montage Gallery, 2194 Main St., Suite D, Dunedin; (727) 738-0023

Exhibit openings; featuring works by photographers Les Slesnick and James Perry Walker; 7 to 9 p.m. today; $5, free for members; Dunedin Fine Arts Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd., Dunedin; (727) 298-3322

Opening reception features an exhibit exploring the evolution of Robert Stackhouse's images throughout his career; 7 to 9 p.m. today; free; University of South Florida, Contemporary Art Museum, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 974-4133

Opening reception; features "Elusive," an interactive exhibition by Desiree D'Alessandro exploring the gaps in perception and understanding; 7 to 9 p.m. today; free; University of South Florida, The Centre Gallery, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 312-3510

Saturday

Gallery talk; Faith Rockenstein discusses Hindu deities represented in the Museum's Asian collection; 3 p.m. Saturday; $8 adults, $7 seniors 65 and older, $4 college students (with current ID and children age 7 to 18), free members and children six and younger; Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Dr. N.E., St. Petersburg; (727) 896-2667

Art market; features a variety of art including pottery, photography, glass work, jewelry, oil, acrylic, watercolor paintings, mixed media and more; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free admission; corner of Fourth Street and First Avenue N., St. Petersburg; (727) 898-6061

Family Fun Saturdays; family-suitable gallery tour for ages 6-11 and hands-on activities, games and crafts; tour at 9:45 a.m. Saturday, activities from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; included in admission: $15 adults, $13.50 seniors, military and police, $10 students, $4 ages 5 to 9 and free age 4 and younger; Salvador Dali Museum, 1000 S. Third St., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-3767

Pass-A-Grille Art Mart; features photography, fused glass objects, jewelry, paintings, metal art, furniture and more; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free; located between Ninth and 10th avenues on Gulf Way, St. Pete Beach; (727) 363-2144

Week Ahead

Opening reception; features "Panoramic Views of the Past" by the Burgert Brothers, which includes images of the early decades of Tampa Bay; 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday; $4 (suggested donation); Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, 200 N. Tampa St., Tampa; (813) 221-2222

Opening reception for "The Magic Box of Abelardo Morell" features photography, photograms and images from the camera obscura; 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday; $4 (suggested donation); Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, 200 N. Tampa St., Tampa; (813) 221-2222

FOOD & DRINK

Today

Wine tasting; features a variety of wine styles for the new year; 7 to 9 p.m. today; $10; Vintage Wine Cellars, 3629 Henderson Blvd., Tampa; (813) 879-2931

Saturday

Wine Festival and Market; event features wine samplings, fresh foods, home made arts and crafts, jewelry, live music and more; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free; Florida Estates Winery, 25241 S.R. 52, Land O' Lakes; (813) 996-2113

"Wine and Football"; learn which wines pair best with a football party spread or various snack foods including buffalo wings, pizza, chili and more; 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday; free; Vino 100, 5056 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 522-8466

Week Ahead

Wine and Crepe Night; features a wine and crepe pairing, music and more; 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday; free (reservations required); Sabor Sensations, 4020 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa; (813) 903-9247

"Drink and De-stress"; features wine, food and professional massages; 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday; free; Vino 100, 5056 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 522-8466

OTHER EVENTS

Today

"Living history" performance; relive William Bartram's adventures in "Bartram's Travels in Florida," featuring a reenactment by J.D. Sutton; 7 p.m. today; $20 to $26; Historic Bok Sanctuary, 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales; (863) 676-1408

Tampa Film Review; features live music and refreshments followed by a showcase of local independent films; 7 to 10 p.m. today; call for prices; International Bazaar, 1600 E. Ave., Tampa; (813) 943-5585

"Broadway On Ice"; features the beauty, grace and artistry of figure skating, embraced by the magic of the Broadway musical including performances from Brian Boitano and Franc D'Ambrosio; 2:30 p.m. today; $40 to $50; The Lakeland Center, 701 W. Lime St., Lakeland; (863) 834-8100

Exhibit opening; "Giants: African Dinosaurs" features a collection of assembled dinosaur skeletons, models, photo station with fossils, interactive displays and more; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today; $33.99 adults, $30.99 seniors (55 and older), $24.99 children (ages 3 to 10), free children two and younger; Silver Springs Nature Theme Park, 5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs; (352) 236-2121

Today-Sunday

Gem, jewelry and mineral show; event features gems, silver and gold jewelry, inlay work, intarsia, wire wrap, beading, cabochons and more available for purchase; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday; free (donations accepted); Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo; (727) 894-2440

"Cirque de la Symphonie"; features aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers and more performing to choreographed orchestra music; 8 p.m. today (Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center), 8 p.m. Saturday and 7:30 p.m. Sunday (Mahaffey Theater); $21 to $56; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827; Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 892-5767

Antiques and collectibles show; features antique furniture and appraisals, art, jewelry, pottery, primitives, vintage clothing and more available for purchase; 5 to 8 p.m. today, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; $6 to $10; The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 892-5202

Saturday

Bonecrunch fighting; event features martial arts teams competing in cage fighting competitions for the championship title; 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $15.50 to $103; The Lakeland Center, 701 W. Lime St., Lakeland; (863) 834-8100

Ybor City Market; features jewelry, purses, hats, arts, crafts, candles, dog goodies and more; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Centennial Park, corner of Eighth Avenue and 19th Street, Tampa; (813) 241-2442

Saturday Morning Market; features fresh produce, gourmet baked goods, greenery, handcrafts, gifts, artwork, live music and more; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Central Avenue between First and Second streets, downtown St. Petersburg; (727) 455-4921

Antique and Green Market; browse through collectibles and antiques including furniture, toys, China and more, including fresh natural foods available for purchase; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free admission; in the parking lot at East Reynolds and Palmer Streets, downtown Plant City; (813) 659-0101

Science and Astronomy Circus; features an action-packed demonstration of gravity, inertia, circular motion, air pressure and balance performed through clowning, juggling and magic; 2 p.m. Saturday; $5 to $10; Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St., Tarpon Springs; (727) 942-5605

Sunday

The Lipizzaner Stallions perform ancient warfare maneuvers as they leap into the air in spins, dips and jumps along with choreographed music; 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday; $22.25 to $30.25; St. Pete Times Forum, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa; (813) 301-6500

Open house and reception; features a celebration including refreshments, cash bar, music and more; 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday; free; Venue Theatre and Actors Studio, 9125 U.S. 19 N., Pinellas Park; (727) 822-6194

Week Ahead

Maya Angelou, author of "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," challenges her audience to invest their spirits and hearts in the elevation of the human condition; 7 p.m. Monday; $10, free for students (with ID); University of South Florida, Sun Dome, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa; (813) 224-1733 ext. 143

"Elvis: The Show Goes On"; event features Doug Wilson and the TCB Legends Band taking a trip down memory lane with "Jail House Rock," "Love me Tender" and more; 2 and 7 p.m. Monday; $20; Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive, Largo; (727) 587-6751

"Florida Classic Clusters"; event features the American Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show competition; 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday (runs through Jan. 20); free admission; Florida Classic Park, 5360 Lockhart Road, Brooksville; (813) 361-8402

RV Supershow; features RVs, seminars, exhibits and entertainment, including unicycle riders, barbershop quartets, bagpipe bands, dog shows and more; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday (runs through Jan. 20); $8 adults, free for children 16 and younger; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. Highway 301 N. , Tampa; (813) 741-0488

Book signing and presentation; design diva Candice Olson presents her collection of classically-tailored upholstery designs followed by a signing of her book "Candice Olson on Design: Inspiration and Ideas for Your Home"; 5:30 p.m. Thursday; $15; Grand Hyatt of Tampa Bay, 2900 Bayport Drive, Tampa; (330) 240-7004

Author reading; writer and literature teacher Lisa Birnbaum reads from a new novel inspired by a character from one of her original dramatic monologues; 6:30 p.m. Thursday; free; Safety Harbor Library, 101 Second St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 724-1525

"Gasparilla: Tall Tales and Scandalous Stories" features an evening of stories told by pirates Dick Clarke, David Murphey, Jerry Fogarty and John Germany; 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday; $5 adults, $2 children 12 and younger; Henry B. Plant Museum, 401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa; (813) 258-7302

Melinda Ramos

The deadline for submitting Events listings is a week before publication. Mail listings to Events, Friday Extra, P.O. Box 191, Tampa, 33601 or e-mail friextra@tampatrib.com

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