Imagine the Mad Hatter from "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" as a power-hungry woman whose couture is inspired by Napoleon, rock stars and Harley-Davidson. ...more

November 29, 2009

Bill Maher says he is a little surprised when people walk out during one of his concerts over something he has said. ...more

November 27, 2009

After more than a month of rehearsals, often putting in 12-hour days, singer/dancer/actor Janet Dacal moves one step closer tonight to bringing a new dimension to author Lewis Carroll's "Alice" legacy. ...more

November 24, 2009

A sizable endowment gift from a Tampa philanthropist and patron of the arts will result in a name change for the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. ...more

November 17, 2009

A sizable endowment gift from a Tampa philanthropist and patron of the arts will result in a name change for the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center. ...more

November 16, 2009

Peace Pec was named for the place and manner of his injury. The 4- to 5-year-old manatee was found struggling in the mouth of the Peace River in July, tangled in a crab-trap line. ...more

May 9, 2008

Peace Pec was named for the place and manner of his injury. The 4- to 5-year-old manatee was found struggling in the mouth of the Peace River last July, all tangled up in a crab trap line. The entanglement had cut off circulation to his left pectoral fin and, to save him, veterinarians were forced to amputate. ...more

May 8, 2008

When about 40 zoo supporters gathered recently for a luncheon to celebrate 20 years of Lowry Park Zoo's black-tie fundraiser, Karamu, attendees were surprised with a special presentation. ...more

January 31, 2008

In Assets Community Foundation of Tampa Bay: $96 million David A. Straz Jr. Foundation: $59 million ...more

November 18, 2007