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Beyond the Stage and Into the Woods: Tales by Twilight Reimagines Outdoor Theatre

By:
Jana Henson

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Why Art Matters: Looking to American Stage’s Past & Present

By:
Jana Henson

Why does art matter? Hear from three American Stage artists on why art matters to them.

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Meet Carter

By:
Helen R. Murray

What makes American Stage special is our mission to touch the hearts and minds for generations of theatre enthusiasts. Meet Carter, the next generation of art makers. 

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Preserve the Journey

By:
Helen R. Murray

Art Matters, but not without you. As the year comes to a close, we want to thank you for allowing us to share our stories with you, and invite you to support another year of powerful stories, boldly told.

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Faith Takes Centerstage in One-Woman Show

By:
Jana Henson

Meet the women behind this new one woman show.

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Bringing Humor To Human Frailty

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J.A. Jones

David Yee’s funny, enigmatic one-woman play acts of faith premieres in Florida on November 21 at American Stage, only the second time it has been performed in the United States. It offers a vivid example of the power of theater to cross boundaries of nationality, politics, race, age, and gender.

acts of faith- A Note From the Director

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Patrick Arthur Jackson

A note from Patrick Arthur Jackson, the director of "acts of faith" by David Yee.

Indecent- A Note From the Director

By:
Helen R. Murray

A note from Helen R. Murray, the director of "Indecent" by Paula Vogel.

Finding Joy in Hard Times: The Music of 'Indecent'

By:
Jenna Jane

Through its music, Indecent doesn’t just dip a toe into Judaism. It jumps in with both feet.

Three Fresh Theatre Classes Coming This Fall

By:
Abby Baker

The Play That No One Knows – Not Even the Actors

By:
Jana Henson

Announcing the cast of White Rabbit Red Rabbit, American Stage's first experimental production.

La Gringa: A Note from the Producer

By:
Helen R. Muray

Why is American Stage producer 'La Gringa'? Why now?

A Concise List of In-Betweens

By:
Amaris Castillo

An Open Letter to Everyone Who Has Felt In-Between Cultures

Then & Now- What Summers at American Stage Did for Me

By:
Cindy Stovall

A Note from the Director of Disgraced

By:
Sharifa Yasmin

A note from Sharifa Yasmin, director of 'Disgraced' at American Stage.

Trigger Warning: Let’s Talk About "That Scene" in ‘Disgraced’

By:
Abby Baker

American Stage director says we should remember context going into this controversial play

'Ragtime' Playwright Terrence McNally's Childhood Home on Treasure Island gets Historical Dedication

By:
Abby Baker

It's happening at the same time as American Stage's "Ragtime - the Musical'. Just in time for the actors to perform at the historic site during the public ceremony.

All the Tampa Bay Theatre Shows You Can Handle this April

By:
Abby Baker

And all the ones you can’t. It’s the complete theatre guide in Tampa, St. Pete, and Sarasota.

It's Never Been This Hard To Produce Theatre

By:
Helen R. Murray

IT'S NEVER BEEN MORE EXPENSIVE TO MAKE THEATRE

'Ragtime' is American Stage's Biggest Show Yet!

By:
Abby Baker

A nine-piece band, a 23 person cast of local teachers, community members, advocates, students, a Broadway veteran, and more make up American Stage’s ‘Ragtime the Musical’.

Kids Learn What They Can’t in the Classroom at American Stage Summer Camp

By:
Abby Baker

Not every kids want to be an actor, but theatre camp students will leave with experiences they won’t soon forget.

“The Figs” is a Gay, Black, Funny Fairytale That Pokes Fun at Reality

By:
Abby Baker

It’s never been produced. But 'The Figs' will debut at the Lift Every Voice New Play Festival this March.

The Ultimate Tampa Bay Theatre List this March

By:
Abby Baker

Here’s what to see in Tampa Bay, St. Pete, and Sarasota this month. Plus, five of our favorites.

Single in St. Pete this February?

By:
Abby Baker

Get out of the house, sad. Here are seven things you can do all by your lonesome (or with friends!) in Tampa Bay this Valentine’s Day week.

All the Theatre Things to do in Tampa Bay This February

By:
Abby Baker

It’s your month, spend it however you like. We just hope you see some good theatre, or at least, bad theatre with thoughtful reflections.

What Would American Stage do With $4,000?

By:
Abby Baker

We’re $4,000 away from meeting our end-of-year goal. It’s so close, we can taste it. 

American Stage Helps Brazilian Playwright Go From Page to Stage

By:
Abby Baker

Playwright Fernando Segall’s drama, “Saudades” will soon make its New York debut two years after appearing at the American Stage New Play Festival. How did this young writer do it? It started with a lot of “no's”.

Queer Chicago-Based Dramaturg to Speak at American Stage's LEV New Play Festival

By:
Abby Baker

American Stage announces queer Chicago-based cultural designer, director, and dramaturg as the keynote speaker for the upcoming Life Every Voice: New Play Festival at the James Museum this March.

American Stage Revisits Retro ‘80s Play After 36 Years

By:
Abby Baker

This time around, "Crimes of the Heart” at American Stage will see a diverse cast and funky, fun, movement.

A Note From the Director

By:
Elizabeth Margolius

Chicago based director Elizabeth Margolius is here in St. Pete to bring this classic play to life.

The Freshest Festival in the 'Burg Lifts News Plays at the James Museum

By:
Karin Davis-Thompson

Coming this March, American Stage's annual Lift Every Voice: New Play Festival is coming to downtown St. Pete's James Museum for a three day festival full of new plays, playwrights, and art.

Here’s a List of Theatre Productions Coming to Tampa Bay this January

By:
Abby Baker

Plus, five shows that you shouldn’t miss if you want to start off the New Year right. Not a threat, just a promise.

What is a Crime of the Heart Anyway

By:
Nick Hoop

Sometimes Family Transcends What’s Socially Acceptable - Especially in the South

Here's What 'Crimes of the Heart' is all About

By:
Abby Baker

From mental illness to fighting against the patriarchy, "Crimes of the Heart" brings painfully real-life themes to life while telling the tale of sisterhood - and murderous intent. See it at American Stage this January.

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What are the Themes of George C. Wolfe's "The Colored Museum"

By:
Kaitryn Wetzel

"The Colored Museum", written by George C. Wolfe and soon to hit American Stage Theatre Company, dives into complicated topics using high-brow comedy. Here's a few of the central themes of this racially-charged play.

American Stage Hosts a New Arts Podcast - and it's so St. Pete

By:
Abby Baker

"In the Limelight" is a St. Pete-centric podcast running with two hosts - Matthew McGee, and American Stage Director of Education José Avilés. They interview a rotating list of St. Pete artists and creatives each month.

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Here’s What’s Happening in the Tampa Bay Theatre World This October 

By:
Abby Baker

Here's a list of theatre productions happening in Tampa Bay and Sarasota this October. Plus, top five must sees to put on your spooky season bucket list.

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How Hurricanes, (Such as Ian) Impact the Tampa Bay Theatre Community

By:
Abby Baker

With a possible category 3 hurricane barreling toward Tampa Bay, the city's local theatre companies are not immune to the loss of revenue and potential destruction to come.

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Davina Reed: American Stage’s Improv Teacher

By:
Abby Baker

Yes, and ... meet Davina Reed! She's the improv teacher at American Stage's new Drama School and a previous graduate at the theatre company's former improv school.

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Q&A With American Stage Teacher and “Green Day’s American Idiot” Star Zummy Mohammed

By:
Abby Baker

An interview with American Stage dance captain, teacher, actor, and New Yorker, Zummy Mohammed.

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Meet the Teaching Artist: Ivy Sunflower

By:
Avery Anderson

You might remember Ivy Sunflower from American Stage's 2021 production of "School Girls". Now she's working with American Stage Education as a teaching artist! Learn more about this gifted artist and what inspires her to be an educator.

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Meet the Playwright: Billie Joe Armstrong

By:
Kaitryn Wetzel

Meet the playwright of the rock opera "Green Day's American Idiot"!

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Punk Rock Saved My Life

By:
Gavin Hawk

Meet the director of "Green Day's American Idiot" in this emotional and moving love letter to punk rock.

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A Conversation with Costume Designer Jordan Jeffers

By:
Kaitryn Wetzel

St. Pete costume designer Jordan Jeffers is diving into the world of punk for his next project Green Day's American Idiot. We asked him some questions about his design inspiration and what it is like creating this world.

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Welcome Back American Stage

By:
CJ Zygadlo

In a lot of ways our journey, as a theatre and as a people, is starting anew. As we move forward in everything we do I guarantee powerful stories, boldly told.

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American Stage: 45 Years of Storytelling….and Counting

By:
Cindy Stovall

Read about what American Stage has planned for it's 45th season.

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Erica Sutherlin breaks new barriers as American Stage’s First Black Female Director

By:
Jake-ann Jones

Learn more about American Stage's First Black Female Director

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5 Things to Know About Footloose

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Learn some fun facts about our current production of Footloose, now running in the park!

Meet The Cast

Meet the Cast of Footloose at American Stage in the Park

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History of American Stage in the Park and Demens Landing

By:
Kaitryn Wetzel

American Stage in the Park returns to Demens Landing this April with the long anticipated production of Footloose. It has been three full years since American Stage has had a Park production. Let’s revisit some of the history of American Stage in the Park and Demens Landing.

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MEET THE CAST: Nicholas Perez-Hoop

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Making his Mainstage debut is long-time area performer Nicholas Perez-Hoop. He'll be taking on the role of Roy in our contemporary and multicultural production of THE ODD COUPLE!

Spotlight

SPOTLIGHT: Join us for 'School Girls; or, The African Mean Girls Play'

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American Stage is releasing the latest episode of Spotlight: The American Stage Podcast.

American Stage Apprentice

American Stage Apprentice: Trenton McFarlane

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Get to know Trenton McFarlane, one of our American Stage Apprentices.

American Stage in the park returns!

Preview: School Girls

Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol

The Producers