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Since 1977 American Stage has been dedicated to telling meaningful, compelling stories with integrity and professionalism. As the Tampa Bay area’s longest-running, most critically-acclaimed professional theatre company, we seek to bring the power of quality live theatre to each generation in our community. American Stage is committed to being a vital arts leader and contributing to the cultural la

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"Centuries turn, yet cultural collisions continue." Read Tucker DeGregory's break down of what "Ragtime" really is. Then...
03/24/2023
American Stage: “Everyone, Everywhere, Moving to the Ragtime!”

"Centuries turn, yet cultural collisions continue." Read Tucker DeGregory's break down of what "Ragtime" really is. Then, see the show. This outdoor musical is running April 12-May 14 at Demens Landing.

How Dance Distances and Connects the Three Ethnic Groups in “Ragtime”

What a dream ... "A Midsummers Night Dream" in the Park by American Stage in the '90s. We're in the process of building ...
03/23/2023

What a dream ... "A Midsummers Night Dream" in the Park by American Stage in the '90s. We're in the process of building the stage for this April's "Ragtime" production at Demens Landing. Looks like they were here, too. 🌙

Let's take a moment to talk about fundraising. Ticket sales cover less than half of our annual budget. The rest comes th...
03/22/2023

Let's take a moment to talk about fundraising. Ticket sales cover less than half of our annual budget. The rest comes through the generosity of the community.

American Stage's annual Gala Under the Stars is one of the most important nights. Each year, artists, businesses, and community members come out to support the work we do. It's a tradition, and if you've never been, we'd like to invite you to our table.

Gala Under The Stars kicks off before opening night of "Ragtime", on April 14 @ 5:30 p.m. Find more information online at americanstage.org/gala-under-the-stars

Everybody, everywhere moving to the "Ragtime"! Meet our "Ragtime - the Musical" at Demens Landing Park cast! Out of 23 a...
03/16/2023

Everybody, everywhere moving to the "Ragtime"! Meet our "Ragtime - the Musical" at Demens Landing Park cast! Out of 23 actors, 16 of them are local - and they're all incredibly talented. Come April 12, all of our performers will be on stage to bring you an American classic in the park. Tickets start at $25 at americanstage.org/shows/ragtime

*updated cast list*

Summer camp buzz! American Stage's theatre camp runs June 5 - August 4. We can't wait to make new friends and say hello ...
03/13/2023
American Stage Summer Camp Offers Creative Outlet For Kids

Summer camp buzz! American Stage's theatre camp runs June 5 - August 4. We can't wait to make new friends and say hello to familiar faces.

The camp runs June 5 - August 4 on a weekly basis out of First Presbyterian Church [701 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg] Teaching artists are hands on with students 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Pre-care is available an hour before camp starts (8 a.m.), and aftercare is available for two hours a...

It's almost time for "Ragtime - the Musical" in Demens Landing Park! But this year, things are going to feel ... a littl...
03/10/2023

It's almost time for "Ragtime - the Musical" in Demens Landing Park! But this year, things are going to feel ... a little different. 🌴From kombucha to a new park layout, here are five things that you can expect to be different at the same iconic outdoor musical production that takes over downtown St. Pete each spring. americanstage.org/shows/ragtime

Local actors! Coastal Creative is co-producing “Rhinoceros” by Eugene Ionesco with a New York based theatre group. Ameri...
03/10/2023

Local actors! Coastal Creative is co-producing “Rhinoceros” by Eugene Ionesco with a New York based theatre group. American Stage is not involved in producing the play, we just think it’s rad another company is making art and are happy to share the news. Here’s the important bits:

🦏Open auditions are on March 13th and 14th.
🦏Please email [email protected] to reserve your slot.
🦏Link to text: kkoworld.com/kitablar/ejen-ionesko-kergedan-eng.pdf
🦏Prepare 2 minute monologue.
🦏Be prepared to be ask to move and cold read!
All roles are paid. Rate varies on role.

03/09/2023

Save This Date, Tampa Bay area dog lovers. March 25 at Seminole Park in Historic Kenwood – a lovely setting. Come meet your neighbors and business owners. Meet fellow dog lovers. . Special thanks to DJ Soucy and DJ Soucy Group - Compass St Pete for hosting this event.

Throughout the event, we will have opportunities for attendees to win tickets to the American Stage in the Park production of Ragtime the Musical. Our pet-friendly evening – Pets In The Park – is being billed as Wagtime. 😍

Hey musicians! 🎼🎹American Stage Theatre Company is seeking a trombone and keys 2 player for "Ragtime - the Musical" in D...
03/08/2023

Hey musicians! 🎼🎹American Stage Theatre Company is seeking a trombone and keys 2 player for "Ragtime - the Musical" in Demens Landing Park. The pay is $500 a week and local artists are preferred! Does that sound like you? If so, email [email protected] 🙂

Rehearsals are March 27, April 2, and April 4-9. Our shows run April 11-May 15. That's Wednesday-Sun evenings in the park.

☀️☀️☀️Summer is right around the corner, and parents, we know you have a ton of options for childcare and art camps in S...
03/08/2023
2023 Summer Camp - Register Now!

☀️☀️☀️Summer is right around the corner, and parents, we know you have a ton of options for childcare and art camps in St. Pete. If you want to give your child an experience that will build confidence, and creativity, and spark important conversations - the American Stage Summer Camp is the one for you! You might have to watch a few living-room jazz-square extravaganzas after the fact, but who's complaining? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdvzkgoUonc

Join us June 5 - August 4, 2023. More information on prices, dates, and times here: americanstage.org/education

Here comes Summer Camp! American Stage's 2023 Summer Camp sessions are open for registration!Here's a look at all the fun we had. Register online today!PS: T...

We’re building the stage! If you’ve walked by Demens Landing Park in the past week, chances are you’ve seen the humble b...
03/07/2023

We’re building the stage! If you’ve walked by Demens Landing Park in the past week, chances are you’ve seen the humble beginnings of our “Ragtime - the Musical” stage. Just wait till we get our deconstructed lady liberty on the ground.

03/07/2023

Let's take a walk down memory lane. American Stage has been brought shows - Shakespearean and musicals - to Demens Landing Park for more than 30 years. Do you recall these familiar faces? Comment below your own park memories over the years. We're dying to get all the nostalgic feels.

Looking for some free tickets to Ragtime in the Park? Here's your chance.
03/07/2023

Looking for some free tickets to Ragtime in the Park? Here's your chance.

Win a FREE pair of tickets to see American Stage's Ragtime The Musical In the Park at Demens Landing from April 12th - May 14th 🤩

🗳️ Tag a friend in the comment section below for a chance to win
📢 FIVE winners will be announced Thursday, March 16th 📢

Look at all these lovely faces! Come out and see “The Figs” and “Decolonizing Your Mind With Walter Mercado” tonight at ...
03/04/2023

Look at all these lovely faces! Come out and see “The Figs” and “Decolonizing Your Mind With Walter Mercado” tonight at 6 p.m.

We've got it all in Tampa Bay this March.The James Museum of Western & Wildlife ArtUrbanite TheatreStraz Center for the ...
03/02/2023
American Stage: The Ultimate Tampa Bay Theatre List this March

We've got it all in Tampa Bay this March.

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art
Urbanite Theatre
Straz Center for the Performing Arts
Asolo Repertory Theatre
Stageworks Theatre
Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre
Florida Studio Theatre
freeFall Theatre Company
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
Sarasota Opera House
Powerstories Theatre
Stage West Playhouse
West Coast Players
Jobsite Theater
Studio Grand Central & The Off-Central Players
The Studio at 620
Francis Wilson Playhouse
Carrollwood Players Theatre
Early Bird Dinner Theatre
Mahaffey Theater
Suncoast Broadway Dinner Theatre

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

This weekend! The Lift Every Voice New Play Festival begins. 🙂
03/01/2023
American Stage gives ‘Voice’ to unproduced playwrights

This weekend! The Lift Every Voice New Play Festival begins. 🙂

James Weldon Johnson’s hymn “Lift Every Voice and Sing” provides the title – and the mission – for American Stage’s 2023 New Play Festival, taking place this weekend (March 3-5) at the James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art. Five unproduced plays will be presented in staged reading for...

Rehearsals have officially begun! Our local actors are prepping to star in our Lift Every Voice New Play Festival this w...
02/28/2023

Rehearsals have officially begun! Our local actors are prepping to star in our Lift Every Voice New Play Festival this weekend! Here’s a quick look at rehearsals for “Lati-NO!” and “Mestiza, or Mixed”. Come March 3-5, and we’ll all be at the James ready to bring all six of our new plays to the stage. Check out our link in bio for festival info and tickets. 🎫🎟️

“While the event in Demens Landing is widely known - attracting 17,000 people at it’s highest per-production attendance ...
02/28/2023
American Stage: Everybody Knows the “Theatre in the Park”

“While the event in Demens Landing is widely known - attracting 17,000 people at it’s highest per-production attendance - most don’t know the history and evolution of the park.”

How American Stage at Demens Landing Park Has Evolved Over the Last 38 Years

Who is Regina Victor? Your new favorite dramaturg from Chicago. Regina is making an appearance at our Lift Every Voice N...
02/27/2023

Who is Regina Victor? Your new favorite dramaturg from Chicago. Regina is making an appearance at our Lift Every Voice New Play Festival this March. Before we bring our six new plays to life, Regina will come to the stage to talk about the importance of emerging works in our communities. The spotlight is yours, Regina!

The festival runs March 3-5 at the Jams Museum. Snag a festival pass online at americanstage.org/lift-every-voice

 - The "Strait of Gibraltar"! In 2018, Andrea Lepcio's love story drama had its world premiere on our stage. Before that...
02/23/2023

- The "Strait of Gibraltar"! In 2018, Andrea Lepcio's love story drama had its world premiere on our stage. Before that, it was a play chosen for our 21st Century Voices New Play Festival. Fast forward to this March, and the Lift Every Voice New Play Festival will see six more new plays - some of which may just make it to the Mainstage. 🎵 It's the circllllle of plays! 🎵

The goal is to not 'have' to have a banned book library, but for now, we're proud to give these books a home.
02/22/2023
Banned books find new home at St. Pete theater company

The goal is to not 'have' to have a banned book library, but for now, we're proud to give these books a home.

There's a book battle brewing in schools across Florida and that’s why a St. Petersburg theater company helped create an independent library full of banned books.

02/22/2023

The Jason Charos Sextet - Celebrating Wayne Shorter concert is February 25 on the St. Petersburg Jazz Festival at American Stage. Artists include Jason Charos (trumpet), David Mason (alto sax), Kendric McCallister (tenor sax), Connor Rohrer (piano), Joe Porter (bass), and John Jenkins on drums. Tickets are here: https://tickets.americanstage.org/TheatreManager/1/online...

02/21/2023

No, we'll miss YOU more! While we're updating our site, ticket sales, festival passes, and anything bookable will be unavailable until the end of the week. The bright side? We'll have a brand new site. The downside? Your tickets will have to wait. If you need more information or need to book something urgently, call the box office at (727)-823-7529.

It's out! February's episode of "In the Limelight" is here! We spill the tea with Morgan Le Shade and Trayla Trash, then...
02/17/2023

It's out! February's episode of "In the Limelight" is here! We spill the tea with Morgan Le Shade and Trayla Trash, then interview emerging playwright and writer of "Pueblo Revolt", Dillon Chitto. Listen for all things local, art, and the theatre. Right here ➡️open.spotify.com/show/0YjIZmDfRqoBNQ9tsQ2RZa

Tomorrow! Celebrate Localtopia in our lobby - we're selling $20 tickets to "Ragtime in the Park"! Plus, the Banned Book ...
02/17/2023

Tomorrow! Celebrate Localtopia in our lobby - we're selling $20 tickets to "Ragtime in the Park"! Plus, the Banned Book Library is open and we'll have drag shows in the theatre at 1 and 2:30 p.m. :) See you there.

Celebrate Black History Month with us and 10 Tampa Bay! On Feb. 22, we're opening our theatre for a screening of "Our He...
02/16/2023

Celebrate Black History Month with us and 10 Tampa Bay! On Feb. 22, we're opening our theatre for a screening of "Our Heart. Our Hope. Our History", 10 Tampa Bay's Black History Month special. This local story dives into Black history in our community - then and now. After the film, anchors from Channel 10 will host a panel discussion where you can get in on the conversation. It's completely free, but save your seat online at bit.ly/3xvMRFg

Banned book library to open at American Stage
02/16/2023
Banned book library to open at American Stage

Banned book library to open at American Stage

A new independent library in downtown St. Pete will celebrate banned books, and books that are in danger of being “removed” from Florida libraries because of recently-enacted legislation. American Stage, on 3rd Street N. just east of Williams Park where the massive Localtopia will be taking plac...

📚🚫Book bans? Not at American Stage! We are proud to announce that we are stocking a library full of books banned in the ...
02/15/2023

📚🚫Book bans? Not at American Stage! We are proud to announce that we are stocking a library full of books banned in the Pinellas County School District and other parts of Florida. This will be a free resource in the American Stage Lobby. Catch the unveiling at Localtopia on Saturday, February 18. The American Stage Banned Book Library partnership with Keep St. Pete LIT and Tombolo Books.

Want to help? Purchase reading material for the banned book library here: tombolobooks.com/gift-registry/r2wrLW6HzhY

Future drama students, this is the last week you can sign up for classes! The deadline is next Sunday, February 19. Sign...
02/15/2023

Future drama students, this is the last week you can sign up for classes! The deadline is next Sunday, February 19. Sign yourself (or your child) up for everything from musical theatre, to improv, to classic acting classes. Just do it before Sunday. See you at the theatre. 🙂

Email our education department at [email protected] or find the class lineup online at https://www.americanstage.org/education

You're single! You're fun! You live in the beautiful, colorful city of St. Petersburg, Florida. There's so much to do, a...
02/14/2023
American Stage: Single in St. Pete this February?

You're single! You're fun! You live in the beautiful, colorful city of St. Petersburg, Florida. There's so much to do, and if you want to celebrate Valentine's Day week out and about - here's a few suggestions from the singles at American Stage. Ft. Marygrace McManus

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.

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1977 American Stage is founded as The Palisades Theatre of Florida, taking residence in Florida Presbyterian College (now Eckerd College) in St. Petersburg, FL. Its programming consists of theatre for students and educators, including an annual School Tour.

1979 The Junior League of St. Petersburg provides The Palisades funds to convert an old cinema house in downtown St. Petersburg into a 179-seat performance space. The Palisades launches its five-play Mainstage subscription series with a non-union acting company in residence. John Berglund and Victoria Holloway take over leadership of the theater following the departure of the founding directors.

1984 The Palisades Theatre of Florida officially changes its name to American Stage Theatre Company. The City of St. Petersburg condemns the American Stage facility. The local power company offers an alternative site which provides over 10,000 square feet for an intimate 130-seat performance space with a lobby, costume shop, rehearsal hall, and office spaces.

1985 American Stage becomes the first non-profit theatre company in the Tampa Bay region to operate under a full contract with Actors’ Equity Association. The company is one of five original theatres in the country pioneering the Small Professional Theatre contract.

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CRIMES OF THE HEART continues this weekend! American Stage ’s production of Crimes of the Heart is the grave & yet, somehow, hilarious troubles of three very different sisters escaping their past to seize the future. Shows Wednesday through Sunday, Jan 11- Feb 5.

Watch their preview at https://vimeo.com/789089891

Get your tickets at https://www.americanstage.org/shows/crimes-of-the-heart.
Congrats to Director Elizabeth Margolius for the opening of CRIMES OF THE HEART at American Stage!

https://www.americanstage.org/shows/crimes-of-the-heart
Reminder Fringers! Tickets for the Fabulous Fringe: A Speakeasy Gala are dwindling, so get yours now. If you miss out, never fear; there are plenty of tickets left for the Preview night on the 19th! We are working hard to get some very exciting treasures for the silent auction...RSVP in the event to see posts about them!

Tickets to Jobsite Theater, American Stage, Sunken Gardens, dinner for two courtesy of Ciccio Restaurant Group, hand-made treasures by local artisans, boat rides, food, booze, and more!
The long-renowned and award-winning show begins its St. Pete run this weekend at American Stage.
Sometimes the reference photo says everything and is perfect to me.
Sneak peak into the beginning stages of a 3 part series I'll be creating for American Stage and the upcoming opening Crimes of the Heart. Running January 11 to February 5th please visit Americanstage.org for more information.
I am so honored to be a part of such amazing organization. So many talented people living right here in our community. I look forward to continuing on this relationship between creatives.
The '80s classic story of "Crimes of the Heart" is coming to American Stage starting January 11.

https://www.abcactionnews.com/morning-blend/crimes-of-the-heart-coming-to-american-stage
Saw Wonderful Life at Studio 620. Very well written and acted. Thank you.
Hey 👋🏻 everyone and today I am am seeing a Christmas 🎄 show at Play ground 2 o’clock
Holiday fun continues with this classic presented by our friends at American Stage
Join us tomorrow Dec. 16 -- full details on our website at https://thestudioat620.org/events/its-a-wonderful-life-featuring-matt-mcgee/

American Stage is going on the road with "Wonderful Life," a heartwarming one-person retelling of the classic holiday story.

https://www.abcactionnews.com/morning-blend/american-stages-wonderful-life-is-a-one-person-retelling-of-classic-holiday-story
This Thursday's opening night of American Stage's "Wonderful Life" will also double as Pride night. Anyone who attends in drag will be given a free ticket.
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Landed Sat night Tampa International Airport - so happy to be with my wonderful clients American Stage once again. St Pete and Austin remind me a lot of Ithaca!
Win a FREE pair of tickets to see 'Crimes of the Heart' presented by American Stage 📢 FIVE winners will be selected on Friday, Dec. 16th. 📢

Tag a friend in the comment section below for a chance to win. 👇
Many thanks to Abby Baker of American Stage for including "Black Nativity" in her round-up of must-see productions this month! Great seats are still available for the show, which runs through Dec. 23.
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