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David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
Type: Live Entertainment, Live Music, Venue
10Best Says
The Straz Center is Tampa's world-class center for the performing arts and hosts most of the area's major cultural performances. Here you can enjoy performances from the Florida Orchestra and Opera... Read More
The Straz Center is Tampa's world-class center for the performing arts and hosts most of the area's major cultural performances. Here you can enjoy performances from the Florida Orchestra and Opera Tampa, as well as popular music greats such as Lena Horn and the Isley Brothers. The Straz also hosts a full calendar of Broadway musicals and local theater productions. The facility features five individual theaters and several on-site dining options including Maestro's Restaurant, Café, and On the River that are open before most events. The largest and most impressive theater is the 2,610 seat Carol Morsani Hall with state-of-the-art acoustics and a 120 foot stage.
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Address:
1010 North W.C. MacInnes Place
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 229-7827
Hours:
- Event Dates and Times Vary
Website:
strazcenter.org
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Skye Rodgers
Tampa Local Expert
- Best Nightlife: "Before the performance enjoy a light dinner or drinks at their outdoor cafe featuring views of the Hillsborough River."
- Live Music: "Before the performance enjoy a light dinner or drinks at the outdoor cafe, Maestro's, featuring views of the Hillsborough River."
- Early Entertainment: "Before the performance enjoy a light dinner or drinks at the outdoor cafe featuring views of the Hillsborough River."
- Recommended as Best Nightlife Because: Visitors can enjoy a variety of world-class cultural performances at the Straz Center for Performing Arts in downtown Tampa.
- Best for Live Music Because: The Straz Center is Tampa's world-class performing arts center that features musical performances from popular greats as well as symphony and opera groups.
- Best for Early Entertainment Because: The Straz Center offers world class local and national music acts and entertainment options that start at 7 or 8 pm.
