Kid-Friendly New Year’s Eve at Glazer Children’s Museum in Tampa

“Noon Year’s Eve” is for kids, at the Glazer Children’s Museum in downtown Tampa.

Closing Night Review for 'Sister Robert Anne's Cabaret Class' in Plant City

Kim Mitchell refuses to accept a final curtain, reprising her portrayal of Sister Robert Anne, of "Nunsense" musical fame, a year after winning her fight with Stage 4 colon cancer. For this Plant City Entertainment show, closing night was Dec.

Last Chance To See 'Miracle on 34th Street' at James McCabe Theater

Closing night for the 2012 Village Players production of "Miracle on 34th Street" is Dec. 15, at the James McCabe Theater in Valrico.

Bieber Fever 2013: 'Believe' Tour Adds Dates, Tickets in Time for Holiday Giving

There's no stopping Justin Bieber, whose sold-out "Believe" world tour has been extended into 2013 with the addition of 30 dates in North America, including at the Tampa Bay Times Forum in August. Tickets go on sale in time for holiday gi

Village Players Announce 2013 Community Theater Season

The Village Players have announced their lineup of shows for the 2013 community theater season at the James McCabe Theater in Valrico.

Matinee Performance of 'Miracle on 34th Street' in Valrico (Dec. 9)

The Village Players is on stage with the seasonal classic, "Miracle on 34th Street," at the James McCabe Theater in Valrico.

More Santa Shots at James McCabe Theater

The actor playing Kris Kringle in the Village Players production of "Miracle on 34th Street" met again with young audience members eager to have a chat with Santa Claus.

'Christmas by Candlelight' a Don't-Miss Holiday Choral Event

Community theater veteran and singer Paula Spangler Klein talks about her participation with the Plant City Community Choir, and why the 2012 "Christmas by Candlelight" show Dec. 8 should not be missed.

Brandon Ballet, TADA 'Nutcracker' Performances This Weekend

The seasonal ballet classic, "The Nutcracker" is on stage this weekend, Dec. 8 and 9, with performances by both the Brandon Ballet and the Theatre Arts and Dance Allliance.

Curtain Closes, Santa Claus Visits at the James McCabe Theater

After the opening night's final curtain of the Village Players 2012 production of "Miracle on 34th Street," Santa Claus, also known as Kris Kringle, stuck around for photo shoots with audience members, young and old.

Young Thespian Takes To Heart Her Role as Susan Walker in 'Miracle on 34th Street'

Playing the role of Susan Walker in the Village Players production of "Miracle on 34th Street," Hannah Westcott gives good reasons why life on stage is a passion worth pursuing.

Playing Santa Claus, a Role of a Lifetime

Donald "D.G." Speirs bears a striking resemblance to Santa Claus. His role as Kris Kringle in the Village Players production of "Miracle on 34th Street" gives him yet another reason to talk about why he has donned the iconic red suit

Put on Your Best Hat for Center Place Holiday Tea

The Center Place Holiday Tea features holiday decor and accessories — most notably, yours — and tea and food from The Tea Cup Tea Room of Brandon, Lake Brandon Village Chick-fil-A and Jute's Box, where the motto is: "Life is too short to

Brandon Ballet 'Nutcracker' Coming to Spoto High in Riverview

The Brandon Ballet company returns to the stage for its annual holiday production of "The Nutcracker," with Dec. 8 and 9 performance dates at the Spoto High School auditorium in Riverview.

What's Playing at AMC The Regency 20: Movie Times, Listings and Trailers (Nov. 25)

The Thanksgiving holiday weekend draws to an end and there's more to do than Black Friday shopping. Here's a list of local movie times and listings for AMC The Regency 20 in Brandon, with links to show trailers for a preview look.

Plant City's 'Christmas by Candlelight' To Feature 150 Singers, Musicians

The Plant City Community Choir is set to perform two shows of its reportedly largest holiday show ever. Both stagings of "Christmas by Candlelight" will be at the Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Plant City.

Write To Santa at Center Place in Brandon

It's time to put crayon to paper and tell Santa Claus what you've done to help others this year and what you promise to leave him when he comes to your house to deliver those special gifts you hope he sends your way.

Is There a Santa Claus? See 'Miracle on 34th Street' at James McCabe Theater

The holiday production of "Miracle on 34th Street" is coming to the James McCabe Theater in Valrico. The show is being staged by the Village Players under the direction of Gail Pierce, assisted by Josie Costa.

'Jesus Christ Superstar' On Stage in Plant City

On stage with a matinee performance Nov. 11 and night performances Nov. 15-17 at the Plant City Entertainment Theater on North Thomas Street is "Jesus Christ Superstar," a rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Tim Rice.

Deaf Horse Trail Rides for 'Pink Your Pony' Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer survivor Dawn Galia dolled up her deaf horse, Glory, for the "Pink Your Pony" trail ride in Dover for October Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Fine Art Winners at the 2012 Hillsorough County Fair

Budding artists from Hillsborough County schools along with adult artists in the amateur and professional divisions displayed their work at the 2012 Hillsborough County Fair. Ribbons were awarded to the winning entries.

Recycled Yard Art Turns Junk Into Masterpieces (Photos)

On display at the 2012 Hillsborough County Fair in Greater Brandon were pieces of recycled art created by local artists for a contest sponsored by the Hillsborough County Extension Service in Seffner.

Battle of the Bands Rocks the 2012 Hillsborough County Fair

The Battle of the Bands competition hosted by the Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation department continues for a second day today, Oct. 20, at the 2012 Hillsborough County Fair. The winners will be named tonight.

Brandon Ballet Lecture Series Kicks Off at The Regent

The first offering in the Brandon Ballet's lecture series, featuring artistic director Octavio Martin, and excerpt performances from "The Nutcracker," is set to take place Oct. 17 at The Regent in Riverview.

Music Showcase Plans, Preps for Christmas, October Festivals

Music Showcase in Brandon seeks vendors for its Christmas Festival in December as it prepares for October's Kids Fall Festival and adult costume party, both to benefit the music store and education business's October Breast Cancer Awareness dr

'Jesus Christ' Role of a Lifetime for Community Theater Veteran

Oliver Sprague is in rehearsals for the Plant City Entertainment community theater production of the Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, "Jesus Christ Superstar." Sprague plays the title role in the show, directed by Domin Pazo.

Greater Brandon Historic Photos on Display at Center Place

More than 60 photos of the Greater Brandon area are on display this month at the Mook Art Gallery at the Center Place Fine Arts & Civic Association.

And This Year's Applause Awards Go To . . .

Plant City Entertainment hosted the community theater troupe's 27th Annual Applause Awards, with "Don't Tell Mother" and "The Red Velvet Cake War" highly recognized. Also given, the President's Award and the Brad Behan

Brandon Idol Crowns Top Singer at Brandon Elks Lodge Fundraiser

Marc Williams won the 2012 Brandon Idol crown after his rendition of "My Girl" at the Brandon Elks Lodge on Sept. 29. The moment was extra special for the 27-year-old singer, whose love of the benefiting charity, Brandon Family YMCA, is person

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Brandon Idol Contests To Feature Adult, Teen Talent

The 2012 Brandon Idol fundraiser traces its roots to the 2001 charity race for honorary mayor of Brandon. The contest now is part of the Momentum Festival and offers as well a Brandon Idol Teen competition.

Closing Night Wrap for 'Risque' at James McCabe Theater

The Village Players concludes its two-weekend run of "Risque: The 5th Rendezvous" at the James McCabe Theater in Valrico.

Denizen's of the Deep Fish Fry

Bunco for the Arts Benefit Tonight, Sept. 20

The evening will include dinner courtesy of La Septima Cafe.

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HAVE A “FANTASTIC FALL” AT WESTFIELD BRANDON WITH FREE WESTFIELD FAMILY FUN DAYS FOR KIDS 10 & UNDER

Watercolor Focus at Next Brandon League of Fine Arts Meeting

Watercolorist Sue Allen will demonstrate the wet-in-wet technique at the September monthly meeting of the Brandon League of Fine Arts at the Center Place Fine Arts & Civic Association on Vonderburg Drive.

'Miracle on 34th Street' Auditions at James McCabe Theater

The Village Players community theater troupe has scheduled auditions for this year's production of "Miracle on 34th Street." The show is set to open Nov. 30 at the James McCabe Theater in Valrico.

Artist Carlton Jones Shows Custom Figures Crafted From Fashion Dolls at the James McCabe Theater

Artist Carlton M.L. Jones displays a sampling of his more than 50 custom figures, including Little Boy Blue, Little Red Riding Hood, Tom Ford and the Queen of England.

Five Things Brandon Patch Is Covering This Week

Brandon Patch, starting Feb. 14, is set to cover an art show and auditions at the McCabe Theater, long-time Brandon resident Helen Mulrennan Young, the life and times of Beatrice Shugrue and the Brandon High wrestling team's quest for a 20th state