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Published: June 6, 2008

THEATER

Today-Saturday

"The Sleeping Beauty"; America's Ballet School takes you on a journey through enchanted lands filled with wondrous characters, including Princess Aurora, Puss 'n Boots, Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella and more; 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday; $12 to $15; The Center for the Arts at Wesley Chapel, 30651 Wells Road, Wesley Chapel; (813) 558-0800

Today-Sunday

"Betrayal" deals with the "eternal triangle" - wife, husband and the wife's lover; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (runs through June 22); $22 to $35; American Stage Theatre, 211 Third St. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 823-7529

"The Lion King"; the African savannah comes to life with strutting giraffes, swooping birds, leaping gazelles and the story of Simba, who learns his place in the "circle of life" and overcomes obstacles to become king; 8 p.m. today, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, 1 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, 7:30 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (there is a 2 p.m. performance on June 19; there is no 6:30 p.m. performance on June 22); runs through June 22; $48 to $133; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

"Young Dramatists' Project"; a full-scale professional production of teens' works including "Destruction Room"(Gabriel Neustadt), "Aftershots" (Elizabeth Klettke), "Fable de Veras" (Andrew Ford), "Red Cross" (Alexander Nunnelly) and "Order" (Sierra Almengual); 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday (call for show schedule); $15, $10 seniors 50 and older, $10 adult students with ID, $5 high school and middle school students; Gorilla Theatre, 4419 N. Hubert Ave., Tampa; (813) 879-2914

"Blithe Spirit"; Noel Coward's comedic farce about the ghost of a man's first wife haunting the house he lives in with his second wife; 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday (runs through June 14); $12 to $14; Carrollwood Playhouse, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa; (813) 265-4000

Saturday

"The Wizard of Oz"; Dorothy, Toto, Scarecrow, Tinman and the Cowardly Lion sing and dance their way down the Yellow Brick Road in this production by the Royal Academy of Fine Arts; 7:30 p.m. Saturday; $19 to $50; The Mahaffey Theater, 400 First St. S., St Petersburg; (727) 892-5767

Week Ahead

"A Dream Play"; Jobsite Theatre production about a girl named Agnes, possibly an angel or goddess, who comes to Earth and is caught up in the suffering and cruelty of mankind; 8 p.m. Thursday (runs through June 29); $24.50; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

DINNER THEATER

Today-Sunday

"Forever Plaid"; four young, male singers die in a car crash on the way to their first big concert, and are brought back to Earth for the chance to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that never was; 8 p.m. today and Saturday (6 p.m. dinner), 3 p.m. Sunday (1 p.m. lunch), 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday (11:30 a.m. lunch); runs through July 27; $21.45 to $45; Show Palace Dinner Theatre, 16128 U.S. 19, Hudson; (727) 863-7949

"Rich Is Better"; a woman discovers the truth about her husband's relationship with his secretary; 4 p.m. today, 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Thursday (runs through June 15); $29.90; Early Bird Dinner Theatre, 200 S. McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater; (727) 446-5898

Saturday

"I Sense a Murder"; help solve a murder case in the Detective Dinner Theater's show; 7 p.m. Saturday (dinner and show begin at 7:30 p.m.); $49.95; Belleview Biltmore Resort and Spa, 25 Belleview Blvd., Clearwater; (727) 446-8569

DANCE

Saturday

"School Days"; features the Suncoast Academy of Dance Recital 2008; 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday; $23.01 to $29.96; Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N. McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater; (727) 791-7400

Dance Recital; features a ballet performance by the students at Victoria's School of Dance; 5 p.m. Saturday; $19.35; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa; (813) 229-7827

ARTS

Today

Artist party; celebrate local art with host and nature photographer Jason Hahn; includes wine, appetizers and live music by guitarist Bill Davis; 6 to 8 p.m. today; free; Alexandria Art Gallery, 2149 Collier Parkway, Land O' Lakes; (813) 948-4447

Opening reception; "Art at the Speed of Life" features work from members of the Westchase Artists Society; 7 to 10 p.m. today; free; The Jacey Gallery, 4802 Gunn Highway, Suite 114, Tampa; (813) 960-5400

Reception; works by artists Barbara Schicitano, Morton Leslie, Mary Louise Ringers, Martin F. Hennigan, Helene Hirmes and more; 6 to 9:30 p.m. today; free; The Dancing Crane Gallery, 1019 10th Ave. W., Bradenton; (941) 744-1333

Artist reception; "The Annual Member Artists' Exhibit 2008" features ceramics, sculptures, photography, acrylic, oil paintings and other works; 6 to 9 p.m. today; free; The Progress Energy Art Gallery, 6231 Grand Blvd., New Port Richey; (727) 848-6500

Art Walk; features artisans, crafters, antique dealers and authors displaying items for show and sale; includes live entertainment and free trolley rides; 6 to 10 p.m. today; free; along Beach Boulevard, Gulfport; (727) 322-5217

Saturday

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 11:45 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

Opening reception; "Purses and Passion" exhibit features photos of women from all walks of life with their most prized accessory - a purse; 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday; free; The Studio@620, 620 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg; (727) 895-6620

Saturday Art Market; dozens of artists display a variety of work including jewelry, pottery, ceramics, paintings, collage, glass, photography and more; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free; Williams Park, Fourth Street North and First Avenue North, downtown St. Petersburg; (727) 898-6061

Pass-A-Grille Beach Art Mart; artists and artisans display their work for show and sale; includes metal, fused glass objects, jewelry, photography, paintings and more; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; free; on Gulf Way between Ninth and 10th avenues, Pass-a-Grille; (727) 363-2144

Members opening reception; features "California Dreaming: California Fibers at Convergence 2008" and "Tapestries of Abraham Rattner: Created at the Mambush Artists' Workshop in Israel"; includes hors d'oeuvres, beverages, live entertainment by Steve Turner and more; 8 to 10 p.m. Saturday; $10, free for members; Leepa Rattner Museum of Art, 600 Klosterman Road, Tarpon Springs; (727) 712-5222

Artist reception; "Venetian Vessels and Coptic Textiles" features a new ceramic series by Leland Shaw, inspired by his travels to Italy; 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday; free; Brad Cooper Gallery, 1712 E. Seventh Ave., Tampa; (813) 248-6098

First Saturday Artwalk; features a self-guided tour of local art galleries, artists' studios, alternative performance spaces, museums and workshops; noon to 6 p.m. Saturday; free; multiple venues, call for information; (813) 248-6098

Sunday

Art exhibition and fundraiser; "The Art of Politics: Painting America Blue" features paintings, sculptures, drawings, photography, mixed media, prints, jewelry and designer clothes; includes tapas, desserts, full bar and music; 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday; $15 students, $50 per person, $75 per couple; 1105 Twiggs St., Tampa (corner of Twiggs Street and Meridian Avenue, Tampa); (813) 767-9188

Art auction; features religious artwork displayed for show and sale; includes hors d'oeuvres; 2 p.m. Sunday; free; Beth-El Shalom, 1701 29th Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 345-7777

Opening reception; "Artist Trading Cards" features mixed media miniature works created on playing cards; 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday; free; Artists' Way Cooperative Gallery, 1403 Cleveland St., Clearwater; (727) 446-1708

Week Ahead

Opening exhibit; features "Masks & Identity: Len Prince in the Collection of William K. Zewadski"; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday; $4 donation; Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, 200 N. Tampa St., Tampa; (813) 221-2222

Opening exhibit; "Chihuahua: The Land of Ancient Wonders" features the unique beauty and rich history of Mexico's largest state, including cathedrals, missions, historic haciendas and more; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday; free; Hillsborough Community College, Dale Mabry Campus, 4001 Tampa Bay Blvd., Tampa; (813) 253-7386

FOOD & DRINK

Sunday

Sunday Market; features wine samples, music, food, crafts and other wares; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; free; Keel & Curley Winery Market, 5210 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City; (813) 748-0441

The Grand Tasting; features signature dishes, cooking demonstrations, food and wine personalities and more; noon to 4 p.m. Sunday; $35, free children younger than 13; Ca d'Zan Mansion at the Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota; (941) 359-4578

Week Ahead

Hot, hot pairing; sample unique wines and Tex-Mex cuisine; 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday; free; Vino 100, 5056 Fourth St., St. Petersburg; (727) 522-8466

TOURS

Sunday

Art Tour; view the works in the permanent and interactive collection galleries while listening to the visual explanations of the pieces; 2 p.m. Sunday; free; Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, 600 Klosterman Road, St. Petersburg; (727) 712-5762

OTHER EVENTS

Today

Pleasure Carriage Driving Show; features a horse and pony harness pulling competition; 6 p.m. today; free; Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa; (813) 765-7162

Summer Fun Horse Show; a three-day show open to many breed classes; 8 a.m. today; free; Florida State Fairgrounds (Orient Road entrance,) 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa; (813) 765-7162

Summer Safari Nights; features live entertainment, food, special animal encounters and more; 5 to 8:30 p.m. today; $18.95 adults, $17.95 seniors (60 and older,) $14,50 children (ages 3 to 11,) free children 2 and younger; Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 W. Sligh Ave., Tampa; (813) 935-8552

Summer Jazz Series; features live musical entertainment by the "Lounge Kitty"; includes hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and beverages; 6 to 9 p.m. today; $20; Museum of Fine Arts, 255 Beach Drive N.E., St. Petersburg; (727) 896-2667

Charity screening; Jeff "Left Hook" Lacy hosts a screening of the film "The Hammer" starring Adam Carolla; benefit for the American Red Cross; 8 and 10 p.m. today; $10; Centro Ybor Muvico, 1600 Eighth Ave. E., Tampa; (813) 248-2323

Gasparilla Film Festival: "The Bet Collector" is a portrait of a once-proud woman, haunted by memories of a dead son and hounded by the police, and her fragile and lonely life as a kubrador (bet collector) on the streets of Manila; 8 p.m. Saturday; $8, free for University of Tampa students, staff and Gasparilla Film Festival members; University of Tampa, Reeves Theater, 401 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa; (813) 514-9962

Today-Sunday

Grand Opening Gala; Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings features a trunk and fashion show by Kirstie Kelly; noon to 6 p.m. today, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; $3; The Princess Boutique, 7565 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa; (813) 806-0026

John Levique Pirate Days; celebrate the discovery of John's Pass after the hurricane of September 1848; includes an auction, street bike show, storytelling, entertainment, costume contest, Hurricane Preparedness Expo and more; 3 to 11 p.m. today, noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; free; John's Pass Village, Madeira Beach; (727) 391-6025, Ext. 303

Saturday

Ybor City Market; features jewelry, purses, hats, arts and crafts, candles, dog goodies and more; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Centennial Park, 1800 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa; (813) 241-2442

Metaphysically Speaking; features a gathering of metaphysical healers and psychics; includes Tarot readings and spiritual books, jewelry and art; noon to 5 p.m. Saturday; free; Unity Truth Center, 5844 Pine Hill Road, Port Richey; (727) 848-7702

Heralds of Harmony; features barbershop-style harmony performances, including specially written and produced pirate songs; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Monday; $20 to $35; Tampa Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 5500 Memorial Highway, Tampa; (813) 792-8405

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

Brandon Fresh Market; features produce, plants, seafood, used books, antiques, tools, fudge, arts and more; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; free admission; Bloomingdale Avenue between Watson and Providence avenues, Brandon; (813) 748-0441

Saturday-Sunday

Gun Show and Sale; features firearms-related accessories, including gun parts and tools, knives, cases, locks, cartridge boxes, belts and more; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; $8, free children 12 and younger; Florida State Fairgrounds (Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd entrance), 4800 U.S. 301 N., Tampa; (813) 621-7821

Craft Festival; 15th annual St. Pete Beach Corey Craft Festival features pottery, jewelry, woodwork and more; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; free admission; along Corey Avenue, St. Pete Beach; (813) 962-0388

Sunday

Sunday Market; features food, crafts and other wares available for purchase; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; free admission; Keel & Curley Winery, 5210 Thonotosassa Road, Plant City; (813) 748-0441

Florida Quince Guide and Show; celebrates the fashion of Hispanic girls' 15th birthdays; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; $3, free age 15 and younger; The Event Factory, 7565 W. Hillsborough Ave., Tampa; (813) 259-8475

Week Ahead

Fresh market; features fresh goods and homemade wares; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday; free admission; Community Center, 7701 Boca Ciega Drive, St. Pete Beach; (727) 363-9245

"Go, Diego, Go! The Great Jaguar Rescue"; Diego and Baby Jaguar celebrate the yearly Animal Carnivale in the jungle; 6 p.m. Tuesday, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday; $19 to $25; Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater; (727) 791-7400

Cat Show; features cats, supplies, toys and more for show and sale; presented by Hurricane Cat Club; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday; $8 adults, $7 seniors, $6 children; The Coliseum, 535 Fourth Ave. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 892-5202

Book signing; Rick Folstad and Tim Ohr discuss and sign their books "Florida's Fabulous Natural Places," "Florida's Lighthouses" and "Under the Gun"; 7 p.m. Thursday; free; Inkwood Books, 216 S. Armenia Ave., Tampa; (813) 598-2298

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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