MacDill Happenings

If you’re a fan of the musical movie Grease that starred John Travolta and Oliva Newton-John, then check out the Tampa Theatre this weekend.  Lyrics for all songs in the movie will displayed for the audience to sing-a-long with.  The audience is invited to attend in their favorite Grease character and join in a parade of characters before the start of the movie.  Built in 1926 as one of America’s most elaborate “movie palaces”, the Tampa Theatre, located in downtown Tampa, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Designed by famed theatre architect John Eberson, the Tampa is a superior example of the “atmospheric” style of theatre design. Inside the Tampa, audiences are transported to a lavish, romantic Mediterranean courtyard replete with old world statuary, flowers, and gargoyles. Over it all is a nighttime sky replete with twinkling stars and floating clouds. Showtimes: Friday 7:30pm, Saturday 2:00pm & 7:30pm and Sunday 2:00 & 7:30. Doors will open 1 hour before showtime. Ticket prices are $11.50 for adults, $10.50 for students with ID, and $9.50 for seniors and military. Parking is available on the street around the theatre. Parking meters do not have to paid for during the weekend in downtown Tampa.