Busch Gardens Summer Nights Returns May 28, 2021

This just in from our bloggy friends over at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay:

BUSCH GARDENS’ NEW BIGGEST & BRIGHTEST FIREWORKS SHOW EVER, ELECTRIFYING ENTERTAINMENT, EXTENDED HOURS AND MORE BEGIN MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND FOR SUMMER NIGHTS

Amidst an open-air block party atmosphere, park guests will also enjoy the safe return of live indoor shows, including the award-winning “Turn It Up!” Ice skating show and all-new “Cirque Electric.”

TAMPA, Fla. (May 20, 2021): For over 100 nights, guests can stay late and safely enjoy world-class coasters, electrifying entertainment throughout the park and more during extended hours at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay beginning May 28. On weekends and select dates, guests can look to the sky for the NEW “Spark! A Nighttime Spectacular” featuring an explosive NEW firework and special effects production, the biggest, brightest show ever!

Sizzling NEW Event Experiences!

ALL NEW! Ignite the night with NEW “Spark! A Nighttime Spectacular”: For an epic finale to a coaster-filled day of adventure, guests will be drawn to the vibrant energy radiating from a unique new production on the Festival Field. As the most stunning show ever to light the park’s sky, “Spark!” will feature an explosive array of fireworks and exciting effects from dazzling lasers to graceful water elements and dramatic pyrotechnics.  “Spark!” is offered every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night at 9:15 P.M. from May 28 to September 6, including extra presentations on May 31 for Memorial Day, July 1-4 for Independence Day, and September 6 for Labor Day.

Long before the first burst of “Spark!” covers the night sky, guests can join in the evening excitement with NEW entertainment, music, food and drinks for the park’s biggest and brightest summer celebration:

• NEW! Pre-Party on the Festival Pathway: Greeted by glowing lights strung among the trees, live music and more, the stunning visual journey on the Festival Pathway will spark the spirit of summer in everyone.
• NEW! Seasonal Summer Menu: Senses will ignite with delicious bursts of flavor from a special menu inspired by backyard summer cookouts with a Busch Gardens twist. Guests will discover a walkable take on grilled classics, decadent sweet treats and more along the festival pathway and new locations throughout the park. Adults 21+ can indulge in NEW glow-in-the-dark summer cocktails or refreshing non-alcoholic drinks that are equally beautiful and satisfying for the perfect end to a summer night.
• NEW! DJ Block Parties: As the sun goes down, electric summer vibes amp up on the Festival Field. It’s an open-air dance party with DJs, dancing, and endless energy to build the excitement before “Spark!” ignites the sky.
• NEW! Giraffe Bar: Combining a perfect Serengeti sunset, delicious cocktails and savory snacks is the best way to fuel a night of summer fun at the NEW Giraffe Bar located on the second floor of Serengeti Overlook.
• ALL NEW! “Cirque Electric” show opens: For awe-inspiring feats that spark the imagination, the dynamic performance of “Cirque Electric”, an ALL-NEW acrobatic stunt show exclusively produced for Busch Gardens, opening May 28 at the Stanleyville Theater. From the daring airborne aerialist to stunning displays of balance and strength and a fascinating act on wheels that cannot be missed, guests will be dazzled by world-class performers during select dates for Summer Nights.

MORE Fan-favorite summer experiences return this season!

Award-winning “Turn It Up!” ice skating show returns: Starting May 28, the Moroccan Palace Theater will once again be home to “Turn It Up!” the award-winning ice-skating show, including late shows on select dates for Summer Nights.  

Back by popular demand! Open-air block parties throughout the park: Complete with seasonal eats and electric beats, guests will encounter sizzling summer entertainment throughout the spacious 300-acre park, including:

Cheetah Hunt Plaza: Between dashing through the night sky on Cheetah Hunt and Cobra’s Curse, guests can dance to DJ beats throughout the evening.

Stanleyville Plaza: After taking on the daring launches of Tigris, guests will find refreshing tunes and classic summer flavors with a twist in the shadow of SheiKra.

Party All Summer with a Busch Gardens Annual Pass or Fun Card!

Celebrate all summer long and visit again and again with a Busch Gardens Fun Card, where guests can pay for a day and play all year!* For the price of a single-day ticket to Busch Gardens, the Fun Card allows access throughout the year, so you can visit again and again, and experience great events like Summer Nights, Bier Fest, Christmas Town,  and more! For the best value and benefits, guests can upgrade to a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum Annual Pass to enjoy the perks they want most throughout 2021. Annual Pass Members* receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to 6 free guest tickets, and up to 50-percent savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more!

For a limited time, guests can take advantage of Busch Gardens’ Memorial Sale and save up to 50% on tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes. The deal ends May 31.

Guests can visit www.BuschGardensTampa.com for more information and reservations—and to purchase tickets, Fun Cards, or Annual Passes. Fans can stay up to date with park events, attractions and more by following Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

SAFETY:

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is committed to the health and safety of our guests, employees, and the animals in our care.  We have enhanced our already strict health, safety, and cleanliness standards to keep our guests safe. To learn more about our health and safety guidelines visit buschgardens.com/tampa/safety.

 

About Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, offering 300 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic explorations around the world. Busch Gardens is a unique blend of thrilling rides, AZA accredited zoo with thousands of animals representing more than 200 species, and exciting seasonal events all year providing unrivaled experiences for guests of every age. For more information, visit www.BuschGardensTampa.com. Busch Gardens is owned by SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS), a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world.

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Tampa Theatre Celebrates 30 Years of Summer Classics on the Big Screen!

 

This just in from our Bloggy Friends over at Tampa Theatre:

TAMPA THEATRE CELEBRATES 30 YEARS
OF POPULAR SUMMER CLASSICS MOVIE SERIES

After Missing Year 29 During COVID, Tampa’s Nonprofit Movie Palace
Brings Back a Lineup of Favorite Films PLUS Additional Show Times!

TAMPA, Fla. (May 10, 2021) – Tampa film fans know that when it comes to beloved classics, there is no more authentic way to watch them than in a majestic movie palace. For 30 years, the community has flocked to Tampa Theatre on hot Sunday afternoons to enjoy Summer Classics as they were meant to be seen: on the big screen, with a bag of fresh popcorn and a cold drink in hand, as a shared, community experience.

 

Last summer, with Tampa Theatre closed during the pandemic, the 29^th annual Summer Classics series did not happen. This year, as people start to return to their favorite leisure activities again, we hope that this year’s lineup of all-time favorite Summer Classics – along with our reduced capacity and other safety precautions – may encourage our friends and fans to make their post-shutdown “First Movie Back” a classic at Tampa Theatre.

 

And to make that first trip back to the movies even easier to plan, Tampa Theatre is doing something our guests have often asked about – offering each Summer Classic more than once! We’ll kick off the series with a three-show “Wonderful Wizard Weekend,” and then each of the other films will be shown both Sunday at 3pm (as usual) and AGAIN at 7:30pm the following Thursday evening:

 

The Wizard of Oz (1939)                             1h 52m / G / Fantasy, Musical

·       7:30pm Friday, June 4

·       7:30pm Saturday, June 5

·        3:00pm Sunday, June 6    

Airplane! (1980)                                           1h 28m / PG / Comedy    
3:00pm Sunday, June 13 & 7:30pm Thursday, June 17

The Gold Rush (1925)                                  1h 52m / Not Rated / Silent Comedy
3:00pm Sunday, June 20 & 7:30pm Thursday, June 24

Citizen Kane (1941)                                    1h 59m / PG / Drama
3:00pm Sunday, June 27 & 7:30pm Thursday, July 1

Glory (1989)                                                 2h 2m / R / War Drama
3:00pm Sunday, July 4 & 7:30pm Thursday, July 8

North By Northwest (1959)                         2h 16m / Not Rated / Thriller
3:00pm Sunday, July 11 & 7:30pm Thursday, July 15

The Big Lebowski (1998)                             1h 59m / R / Comedy
3:00pm Sunday, July 18 & 7:30pm Thursday, July 22

Jaws (1975)                                                  2h 10m / PG / Horror
3:00pm Sunday, July 25 & 7:30pm Thursday, July 29

Some Like It Hot (1959)                              2h 12m / PG / Comedy
3:00pm Sunday, Aug 1 & 7:30pm Thursday, Aug 5

Singin’ in the Rain (1952)                           1h 43m / G / Musical
3:00pm Sunday, Aug 8 & 7:30pm Thursday, Aug 12

Young Frankenstein (1974)                        1h 46m / PG / Comedy
3:00pm Sunday, Aug 15 & 7:30pm Thursday, Aug 19

Casablanca (1942)                                    1h 42m / PG / Drama
3:00pm Sunday, Aug 22 & 7:30pm Thursday, Aug 26

The Black Pirate (1926)                              1h 34m / Not Rated / Silent Adventure
3:00pm Sunday, Aug 29 & 7:30pm Thursday, Sept 2

With The Gold Rush and The Black Pirate, this is a unique opportunity to see those silent films exactly how audiences saw them back in the 1920s, presented in their original format with LIVE accompaniment on the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ. Tampa Theatre’s Artist in Residence, Steven Ball, will write and perform an original score for each of the films, and the overall experience is as close to time travel as one will ever experience.

Audiences are also invited stick around after select shows for Film Talks with some of the community’s most knowledgeable film experts, including retired USF film professor Harriet Deer and retired Tampa Bay Times film critic Steve Persall, who will examine the films’ themes, structure and cultural significance, and answer questions from the audience. (Film Talks are included with movie admission.)

 

TICKETS for Summer Classics films are $10.00 at the historic Franklin Street Box Office / $12.00 online ($7.00 for Tampa Theatre Members); Silent Films are $13.00 at the Box Office / $15.00 online ($10.00 for Members). For details, visit www.tampatheatre.org

 

Built in 1926, Tampa Theatre is a passionately protected landmark and one of America’s best-preserved movie palaces. The majestic building is owned by the City of Tampa and operated as a dynamic film and cultural center by the not-for-profit Tampa Theatre Foundation. Programming is sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, and the Arts Council of Hillsborough County. Tampa Theatre is a proud member of the League of Historic American Theatres and the Art House Convergence.

Tickets Now on Sales to See Nikki Glaser at Tampa Theatre Nov 5

This just in from our Bloggy Friends over at Tampa Theatre:

 

ONE NIGHT WITH NIKKI GLASER TOUR

Coming Live to Tampa Theatre!

Tickets Go On Sale Friday, May 7 for the November 5 Show

TAMPA, Fla. (May 4, 2021) – Tampa Theatre and AEG Presents are proud to announce that comedian Nikki Glaser is making Tampa Theatre a stop on her One Night With Nikki Glaser Tour at 7:00pm Friday, November 5.

 

Nikki Glaser is one of the funniest female voices in comedy today. For over a decade at clubs across the country and as the host of three hit podcasts, she has been honing her shockingly- honest, no-holds barred style of comedy. Her brand new daily show, “The Nikki Glaser Podcast,” launched March 2021 through iHeartMedia. It is a daily companion podcast that is peppered with Glaser’s sense of humor and honesty to help keep listeners sane, well-informed and laughing through life.

 

Nikki has multiple stand-up specials and late-night TV appearances in which she jokes about her most humiliating moments as a woman in the modern world. Nikki’s past and current struggles with anorexia, depression, and anxiety are fair game in both her stand-up, and in in-depth interviews with THE HOWARD STERN SHOW, WTF WITH MARC MARON and JOE ROGAN. She has become a complete open book on mic - and not just for the laughs, she’s also adamant on being the empowering voice for women that she yearned for as a young, confused, adolescent herself.

 

Tickets go on sale at 10:00am Friday, May 7. This show features standard and Platinum ticket pricing. Standard Tickets are $39.50 plus applicable fees ($44.50 total at the Box Office & $48.50 total online) Platinum prices are variable.

 

A limited number of VIP Meet & Greet tickets will also be available in advance for $139.50, plus applicable fees and taxes ($152 total at the Box Office & $160.25 total online). VIP tickets include one excellent seat location in the first five rows, plus a meet and greet and photo op with Nikki Glaser after the show.

Built in 1926, Tampa Theatre is a passionately protected landmark and one of America’s best-preserved movie palaces. The majestic building is owned by the City of Tampa and operated as a dynamic film and cultural center by the not-for-profit Tampa Theatre Foundation. Programming is sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, and the Arts Council of Hillsborough County. Tampa Theatre is a proud member of the League of Historic American Theatres and the Art House Convergence.

A Voice That Carries, Which Examines the Powerful Bond Between Fathers and Daughters, Will Premiere on Thursday, June 3

This just in from our Bloggy Friends over at Tampa Theatre:

DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKER BRETT CULP RETURNS TO TAMPA THEATRE WITH NEW DEBUT

A Voice That Carries, Which Examines the Powerful Bond Between
Fathers and Daughters, Will Premiere on Thursday, June 3


TAMPA, Fla. (May 3, 2021) – Tampa Theatre is proud to announce the world premiere of Tampa-based documentarian Brett Culp’s new film, A Voice That Carries, at 7:30pm Thursday, June 3.


“Dads have a voice,” Culp says, “Perhaps the most important voice in shaping a daughter’s identity.” In his new documentary, he explores the power of the father/daughter relationship and the essential role all of us play in supporting young women. Through heartwarming stories and insights from experts, A Voice that Carries empowers fathers to be a positive influence. The film shares inspiring ideas about building relationships, body image, and emotional presence.

Tampa Theatre President & CEO, John Bell, (himself a father of a daughter) will introduce the film, and Culp will answer questions from the audience after the screening.

Reserved Seating tickets are $13.50 ($10.50 for Tampa Theatre Members) and go on sale to the public at noon Friday, May 7.

Brett Culp is an acclaimed filmmaker, social entrepreneur, and keynote speaker whose work has inspired audiences around the world. His films – including Legends of the Knight and Look to the Sky – have been featured on Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime. Brett is the co-founder of The Rising Heroes Project, a 501c3 that supports charitable organizations and empowers community leaders. A Voice that Carries is Brett’s third feature-length documentary, and each of his films has premiered at Tampa Theatre. His family has lived in the Tampa Bay area for five generations. You can learn more about his work at www.BrettCulp.com


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Built in 1926, Tampa Theatre is a passionately protected landmark and one of America’s best-preserved movie palaces. The majestic building is owned by the City of Tampa and operated as a dynamic film and cultural center by the not-for-profit Tampa Theatre Foundation. Programming is sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, and the Arts Council of Hillsborough County. Tampa Theatre is a proud member of the League of Historic American Theatres and the Art House Convergence.

Free and Discounted Tickets Offer Through June 27 for Military Families at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

This just in from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay:

Waves of Honor Provides Free and Discounted Tickets to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for U.S. Military Members, Veterans and Their Families

THEME PARK TICKETS FOR ACTIVE MILITARY

We are proud to salute the men and women of our armed forces and their families.

Waves of Honor permits any U.S. active-duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman to one complimentary admission per year to either SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens® or Sesame Place® for military personnel and as many as three direct dependents. Service members and their direct dependents must have a valid active military ID in order to participate. Inactive, standby and retired reserve members, military retirees, U.S. Merchant Marine and civilian Department of Defense workers are ineligible for the program. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment reserves the right to terminate the program.

U.S. military veterans and retirees must register their complimentary single-day ticket(s) for themselves and up to three dependents online at www.WavesofHonor.com before May 16. After registering, all tickets must be redeemed by June 27. As an added thank you, veterans and active military service members can also purchase up to six additional tickets at 50% off. Service members and their direct dependents must have a valid active military ID to participate. This offer is part of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment’s longstanding Waves of Honor program, which salutes active-duty military members, veterans, and their families by offering special pricing and promotions throughout the year.

Many of our parks have different hours of operation throughout the season, we encourage you to check the park operating schedule for the park you’re visiting. SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld San Diego are open year-round. Check the schedules for our parks that have seasonal operating hours by selecting: Busch Gardens Williamsburg, SeaWorld San Antonio, Sesame Place.

HOW IT WORKS

• Active duty service member must provide valid military ID at the front gate.
• This offer is available for one-time use this year - anyone registered with ID.me as active duty status can click the button, log in with their ID.me credentials, and see the current offer(s) we have available.
• To take advantage of the offer, click the button to verify your active duty status (log in or create a new ID.me account). (Spouses must log in under the active duty members account in order to take advantage of the dependent tickets.)
• Waves of Honor permits any U.S. active duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman to a complimentary admission per year for military personnel and as many as three direct dependents.

Get more details on Busch Gardens Waves of Honor Program.

Safe Springtime Exploration for Families at Sesame Street® Safari of Fun Kids' Weekends

 

This just in from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay:

BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY OFFERS SAFE SPRINGTIME EXPLORATION FOR FAMILIES AT SESAME STREET® SAFARI OF FUN KIDS’ WEEKENDS

Including enhanced health and safety measures, weekends offer scavenger hunts, dance parties, a NEW Everyday Heroes weekend and more from May 1 to 23.

WHAT:                 Created especially for the youngest members of the family, kids and parents alike can join in the springtime fun at Busch Gardens’ Sesame Street® Safari of Fun Kids’ Weekends, including an ALL-NEW weekend celebrating everyday heroes. Included in park admission, guests can take part in safe family fun with modified operations for everyone’s health and safety, including:

• Open-air activities with plenty of space for physical distancing in the Sesame Street Safari of Fun play area plus even more room to explore and play with special activities on the Festival Field.
• Protective face coverings required for all guests age 2 and older.
• Enhanced cleaning and sanitation of surfaces and ample availability of hand sanitizer.
• Individually distributed, single-use supplies for crafts, scavenger hunts, and more.

                     

WHEN:                 Each Saturday and Sunday from May 1 – May 23, special activities are offered from 10:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.

 

DETAILS:             Guests can enjoy themed, daily storytimes and outdoor, live performances of “Let’s Play Together” at the Sunny Days Theater in Sesame Street Safari of Fun. Additional open-air springtime festivities include:

• NEW Sunny Days Mural: Artists big and small will have the opportunity to share the masterpieces they create in the craft tent at our ALL-NEW kid-friendly art display on the Festival Field.
• NEW Sesame Street Photo Opportunities: Enjoy physically distanced photo opportunities with the Sesame Street gang at 1-2-3 Smile with Me. Plus, don’t miss the ALL-NEW Cookie Monster’s Foodie Truck selfie spot on the Festival Field!
• Springtacular Maze: Families can enjoy springtime fun with each twist and turn of the flower-filled path on the Festival Field.
• Furry Friends Dance Party: Guests can move and groove with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends during this physically distanced interactive dance party in the Sesame Street Pavilion!
• Special visits with Busch Gardens’ animals: From fur and feathers to scales and shells, exciting animal visitors will be stopping by for unique moments of learning and discovery on the Festival Field.

 

Families will want to return to the park again and again to enjoy new themed activities celebrating their Sesame Street friends each weekend, including:

                                               

Rubber Duckie Weekend, May 1 & 2: Help Ernie reunite with his bath time buddy, Rubber Duckie, in an outdoor scavenger hunt and collect a special prize. Bert and Ernie will also make special appearances at dance parties and the 1-2-3 Smile with Me photo location.

Cookie Monster Weekend, May 8 & 9: C is for cookie! Search for Cookie Monster’s favorite treat during this fun-filled weekend, where kids can also decorate a wearable cookie crown craft. Don’t forget to take a selfie by Cookie Monster’s Foodie Truck!

Elmo Weekend, May 15 & 16: Kids will have a blast helping Elmo and Dorothy find their fish friends throughout the Sesame Street Safari of Fun. Families can also sing and dance along with Elmo at the Sesame Street Pavilion.

NEW! Everyday Heroes Weekend, May 22 & 23: Celebrate everyday heroes during the event’s final weekend. Guests will have a chance to join the Everyday Heroes Club by earning special badges for Bravery, Helping, Manners, and more! Police officers, firefighters, and other local heroes will be honored during this community celebration, which will feature special guests and emergency vehicles for this weekend only!

SAFETY:​                Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is committed to the health and safety of our guests, employees, and the animals in our care. The park has worked diligently with state and local health experts, outside consultants and attraction industry leaders to enhance our already strict health, safety, and cleanliness standards. These protocols and guidelines will be modified based on evolving industry standards and methodologies, public health, and governmental directives, and advancing scientific knowledge on the transmissibility of COVID-19.

For detailed information about the measures that guests can expect when visiting the park, including key operational changes, visit buschgardens.com/tampa/safety

Guests can visit www.BuschGardensTampa.com for more information and reservations—and to purchase tickets, Fun Cards, or Annual Passes. Fans can stay up to date with park events, attractions and more by following Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

 

About Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, offering 300 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic explorations around the world. Busch Gardens is a unique blend of thrilling rides, AZA accredited zoo with thousands of animals representing more than 200 species, and exciting seasonal events all year providing unrivaled experiences for guests of every age. For more information, visit www.BuschGardensTampa.com. Busch Gardens is owned by SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS), a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world.

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Award-Winning “Turn It Up” and “Cirque Electric” Shows to Open May 28

 

This just in from Busch Gardens!

The Shows Will Safely Go On At Busch Gardens: Award-Winning “Turn It Up” Ice Skating Show and new “Cirque Electric” Show to Open On Friday, May 28

With limited capacity and enhanced health and safety measures, park guests can take a physically distant seat at live shows once again.

As Busch Gardens continues to prioritize the health and safety of its guests, ambassadors and animals in its care, soon guests will be able to enjoy indoor world-class entertainment beginning Friday, May 28. From “Turn It Up!”, the park’s award-winning ice-skating production to an all-NEW acrobatic show, “Cirque Electric,” modified operations in the park’s theaters will make it possible for guests to once again enjoy incredible shows as they explore Busch Gardens’ 300 acres of exhilarating rollercoasters and fascinating animal habitats.

 

In addition to the park’s already strict health and safety measures, which include enhanced cleaning and sanitization, temperature checks, and face-covering requirements, many modifications will be in place at Busch Gardens’ theaters upon reopening, including:

• Significantly limited capacity inside the parks’ expansive theaters to accommodate plenty of space between parties.
• Staggered entering and exiting procedures to keep guests physically distant.
• Protective Face Coverings required by all guests, ambassadors, and performers at all times, covering the nose and mouth.
• No eating or drinking permitted inside the theaters.
• Hand sanitizing stations available at the entrance and exit points of the theater.
• Extensive sanitation of all seats conducted between shows.

 

“Bringing more live entertainment safely back to the park is another huge step in returning to world-class entertainment at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay,” said Neal Thurman, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Park President. “Since our reopening in June, our park teams have been incredibly innovative and adaptable with bringing our productions to life in new ways and we’re thrilled to expand our offering to include new programs in addition to fan-favorite shows.”

 

Just in time for Memorial Day Weekend, guests will be able to enjoy the following productions on select days beginning Friday, May 28:

 

Turn It Up!

Thursday – Monday, multiple shows per day

The Moroccan Palace Theater will once again be home to Busch Gardens’ spectacular, year-round ice-skating shows, including “Turn It Up!” With contemporary performances, dazzling aerial moments, and eclectic pop music, it’s no wonder this production has earned a spot on “USA TODAY’S 10Best” Readers’ Choice Awards.

 

            ALL NEW: Cirque Electric

            Friday – Monday, multiple shows per day

For awe-inspiring feats that spark the imagination, the dynamic performance of “Cirque Electric,” an all-new acrobatic stunt show exclusively produced for Busch Gardens, will soon thrill guests at the Stanleyville Theater. From the daring airborne aerialist to stunning displays of balance and strength and a fascinating act on wheels that cannot be missed, guests will be dazzled by world-class performers.

 

Best Way to Play – Busch Gardens Fun Card and Annual Passes

Enjoy each show again and again with a Busch Gardens Fun Card, where guests can pay for a day and play all year!* For the price of a single-day ticket to Busch Gardens, the Fun Card allows access throughout the year, so you can visit again and again, and experience great events like the Food & Wine Festival, Summer Nights, Christmas Town, and more!

 

For the best value and benefits, guests can upgrade to a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum Annual Pass to enjoy the perks they want most throughout 2021. Annual Pass Members* receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to 6 free guest tickets, and up to 50-percent savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more!

 

Guests can visit www.BuschGardensTampa.com for more information, reservations, and tickets. Fans can stay up to date with park events, attractions and more by following Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

 

Expanded Health and Safety Measures:

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is committed to the health and safety of our guests, employees, and the animals in our care. The park has worked diligently with state and local health experts, outside consultants, and attraction industry leaders to enhance our already strict health, safety, and cleanliness standards. These protocols and guidelines will be modified based on evolving industry standards and methodologies, public health, and governmental directives, and advancing scientific knowledge on the transmissibility of COVID-19.

 

For detailed information about the measures that guests can expect when visiting the park, including key operational changes, visit buschgardens.com/tampa/safety

 

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About Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, offering 300 acres of fascinating attractions based on exotic explorations around the world. Busch Gardens is a unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's premier, AZA-accredited zoos with thousands of animals representing more than 200 species and exciting seasonal events all year providing unrivaled experiences for guests of every age. For more information, visit www.BuschGardensTampa.com. Busch Gardens is owned by SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS), a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world.

 

*Some restrictions apply

 

Tampa Theatre Announces 2021 Return of In-Person Summer Filmmaking Camp

Registration for Sell-Out Kids Program Opens TODAY for Theatre Members; April 23 for General Public

TAMPA, Fla. (April 14, 2021) – Last summer, Tampa Theatre’s historic auditorium remained dark as its popular Summer Film Camp went virtual in response to the pandemic. This summer, though, the majestic movie palace will light up once more as young filmmakers come together again, in person, to produce their visions on the big screen, thanks to presenting sponsor Film Tampa Bay and our long-time partners, the Florida Center for Instructional Technology at the USF College of Education.

                  

 

Campers entering grades 3-12 will work in small groups to learn the creative process of digital filmmaking, from brainstorming, storyboarding, and scriptwriting to filming, lighting and editing. All of the necessary equipment is provided, including cameras, lights, sound equipment, Mac computers and software. By the end of the week, each production team will have a 3-5 minute movie to premiere for friends and family.

 

This summer, both the live-action and stop-motion animation camps will be offered:

 

·        Week of June 14-18: Half-Day Live Action

·        Week of June 21-25: Half-Day Stop Motion Animation

·        Week of July 12-16: Half-Day Live Action

·        Week of July 19-23: Half-Day Live Action

 

HALF-DAY LIVE ACTION FILMMAKING CAMP makes the campers the stars as they write, produce and act in their own short films. The one-week program of half-day sessions will be offered Monday-Friday the weeks of June 14-18 and July 12-16 and 19-23. The morning session from 9:00am-noon is for students entering grades 3-6, and the afternoon session from 1:00-4:00pm is for those entering grades 7-12. Each session is $195 per camper, which includes a camp T-shirt, daily snacks and a digital copy of the finished films. Participation is capped at 18 campers per session, and COVID-prevention protocols will be enforced.*

 

HALF-DAY STOP-MOTION ANIMATION FILMMAKING CAMP shows campers how to create an animated film one frame at a time with clay, Legos, paper and other materials in a style of animation made popular by Wallace and Gromit and SOUTH PARK. The one-week program of half-day sessions will be offered Monday-Friday the week of June 21-25. The morning session from 9:00am-noon is for students entering grades 3-6, and the afternoon session from 1:00-4:00pm is for those entering grades 7-12. The session is $195 per camper, which includes a camp T-shirt, daily snacks and a digital copy of the finished films. Participation is capped at 18 campers per session, and COVID-prevention protocols will be enforced.*

 

Registration opens for Tampa Theatre Members at noon TODAY, Wednesday, April 14. General Registration will open at noon Friday, April 23 at tampatheatre.org/film-camp

*COVID-prevention protocols for campers, counselors and staff will include daily temperature checks, masks, social distancing, and instruction on how to structure shots and employ camera angles to minimize contact and maximize distance between actors.

Built in 1926, Tampa Theatre is a passionately protected landmark and one of America’s best-preserved movie palaces. The majestic building is owned by the City of Tampa and operated as a dynamic film and cultural center by the not-for-profit Tampa Theatre Foundation. Programming is sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, and the Arts Council of Hillsborough County. Tampa Theatre is a proud member of the League of Historic American Theatres and the Art House Convergence.