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'Time Warp' time

Looking for something to do? Here's a super calendar, ranging from Dr. Frank-n-Furter to Frankenstein.

If a science fiction musical satire about an alien transvestite named Dr. Frank-n-Furter seems like an intriguing premise, then you're in for a treat.

A live version of the 1975 film the Rocky Horror Picture Show hits the stage Thursday through Nov. 9 at the Gorilla Theatre, 4419 N Hubert Ave. It stars Jennifer Hicks as the demure Janet and Gabriel Leel as the uptight Brad.

Although the film was a flop upon its release, a few devotees persuaded a New York theater to show it at midnight. Thus was born one of the ultimate cult films of all time. The songs are addictive (just try getting The Time Warp or Toucha Toucha Touch Me out of your head), the raunchiness is amusing and the plot line utterly ridiculous.

When the film is screened in movie theaters, it's not unusual to see water guns during the storm scene and rice during the wedding scene. However, during this Gorilla Theatre/Looking Glass theater production outside items are not allowed. Instead, the theater will sell props.

Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Thursdays; 8 p.m. on Fridays; 8 p.m. and midnight on Saturdays; and 3 p.m. on Sundays. Prices are $20 to $25.

Reservations are required. Call 879-2914.

On Halloween and Nov. 1, Tampa Theatre will host the Rocky Horror Picture Show film version.

SYMPHONIC "PORGY AND BESS': Dallas Symphony Pops conductor Richard Kaufman and the University of South Florida Chorus perform songs by George and Ira Gershwin in a symphonic salute to Porgy and Bess, a hallmark in American musical theater. This poignant and tragic story is filled with musical and dramatic power through such songs as Summertime; Bess, You Is My Woman Now; I Got Plenty o' Nuttin; My Man's Gone Now and Oh, Bess, Where's My Bess? 8 p.m.; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Carol Morsani Hall, Tampa; $21-$45. Call 229-7827.

THE OTHER SIDE OF RICK WAKEMAN: During his solo career, Rick Wakeman has dazzled with his keyboard wizardry and brilliant compositions. His timeless solo albums display Wakeman's masterful blend of rock and classical music, a sound that exemplifies progressive rock. 8 p.m.; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Ferguson Hall, Tampa; $25.50-$29.50. Call 229-7827.

NEAR/FAR/IN/OUT: The Liz Lerman Dance Exchange returns with Near/Far/In/Out, a performance directed by company member Peter DiMuro. The show, which spans four generations of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities, incorporates text, movement, metaphor and music. 8 p.m. today and Saturday; 4 p.m. Sunday; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Shimberg Playhouse, Tampa; $15.50. Call 229-7827.

GREG GIRALDO: Comedian Greg Giraldo can be seen as a regular panelist on Comedy Central's Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn. But he also can be seen in person at the Improv. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. today and Saturday; 7 p.m. Sunday; Improv Comedy Theater & Restaurant, Centro Ybor; $14-$16. Call 864-4000.

BOZ SCAGGS: Grammy award-winning artist Boz Scaggs released his latest album, But Beautiful, in May. A logical next step in his enduring musical career, the album features Sophisticated Lady and Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered with the classic jazz quartet that includes pianist and arranger Paul Nagel and saxophonist Eric Crystal. 8 p.m.; Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St., Tampa; $39-$56. Call 274-8981.

KITTY CARLISLE HART: Known for her elegance and poise, actor/singer Kitty Carlisle Hart presents My Life on the Wicked Stage. Hart made her theater debut at the Metropolitan Opera in 1967 as Prince Orlofsky in Die Fledermaus. She also has made appearances on the silver screen for the past 50 years, including a starring role in the Marx Brothers' 1935 classic, A Night at the Opera, and two films with Bing Crosby. Later, she had roles in Woody Allen's Radio Days and the film version of Six Degrees of Separation. But Hart is probably best known for her 23-year stint on the TV game show To Tell the Truth. 7:30 p.m.; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Ferguson Hall, Tampa; $20-$100. Call 229-7827.

TECO LINE STREETCAR BIRTHDAY BASH: Has it really been a year since the streetcar came back to life in Tampa? The TECO Line Birthday Bash will highlight the streetcar's first year of service and look ahead to the future. The event will culminate with the cutting of a 1,000-slice birthday cake. 10 a.m.; Centennial Park, Eighth Avenue and 19th Street, Ybor City; all streetcar rides are free Saturday and Sunday. Call 254-4278.

RED ELVISES: The evolution of Siberian Surf Rock goes like this: Three guys from Siberia are drawn together in Santa Monica, Calif., by their mutual weakness for Elvis. Surf capital Santa Monica adds edgy surf rock to an ethnic Russian/Elvis groove. Don't even ask how to dance to it. 8 p.m.; Skipper's Smokehouse, Tampa; $10-$13. Call 971-0666.

HYDE PARK PUMPKIN PATCH: Old Hyde Park Village hosts its second annual Pumpkin Patch through Oct. 31 with pumpkins, pets in costume and Halloween arts and crafts for children. On Saturday, dress your four-legged friends and parade them around the pumpkin patch for the 1 p.m. costume contest. There also will be trick-or-treating for pets throughout the village. Village hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; Swann and Dakota Avenues; free. Call 876-4150.

ANTIQUE VALUATION: Do Aunt Esther's antiques have more than sentimental value? Find out from appraisal experts. If your furniture is too large, bring a photograph. 10:30 a.m.; University of Tampa, Henry B. Plant Museum, 401 W Kennedy Blvd., Tampa; $5 per item with a limit of four items. Call 254-1891.

CHORAL MUSIC FESTIVAL: Founded in 1967, the Tampa Oratorio Singers, a volunteer chorus of more than 70 members, presents about five concerts each season. They will perform their Choral Music Festival at 4 p.m. at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, 500 W Platt St., Tampa; $17.50. Call 247-3866 or go to www.tostampa.org

SIZZLA: Born in Jamaica as Miguel Collins, Sizzla's songs are full of lyrics teaching youths to uplift themselves and respect women. His discography includes Black Woman & Child, Praise He Jah and, his most recent, Good Ways. 7 p.m.; Jannus Landing, 16 Second St. N, St. Petersburg; $25. Call 287-8844.

NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE: TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS AT SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS. 4:15 p.m.; WTVT-Ch.13; Radio broadcast WQYK-99.5.

HOCKEY: ATLANTA THRASHERS AT TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING. 7 p.m.; St. Pete Times Forum, Tampa; $8-$185; TV broadcast Sunshine Network. Call 301-6600.

DIVA'S DIVINE COMEDY SHOW: Trish Keating hosts the second Diva's Divine Comedy Show featuring Susan Edwards, Hope and Rene Bray. This is the only all-female stand up comedy review in the area. 8 p.m.; Improv Comedy Theater & Restaurant, Centro Ybor; $10. Call 864-4000.

JULIAN MARLEY: Is everyone in the Marley family a musician? Born in London in 1975, Julian Marley, son of Bob and older brother of Damian, seems to have inherited the Marley gene that produces amazing musical ability. Growing up in a multicultural community didn't hurt, either. His most recent release, Lion in the Morning, is the culmination of his musical development to date. 8 p.m.; Jannus Landing, 16 Second St. N, St. Petersburg; $15. Call 287-8844.

"FRANKENSTEIN': "It's alive! Alive!" shouts Colin Clive's triumphant Dr. Frankenstein as electricity buzzes over the hulking body of a revived corpse in the 1931 classic horror film Frankenstein. You know how the story goes. Dr. Frankenstein creates a simple creature (Boris Karloff) from various body parts. Boris turns into a monster when Dr. Frankenstein rejects him, and all hell breaks loose. James Whale's Frankenstein is one of the most famous and influential horror movies ever made. Bring some blankets or chairs to this outdoor screening, part of Hyde Park's spooky movie series. 7:30 p.m.; Old Hyde Park Village's main fountain area, Swann and Dakota avenues; free; food and beverages will be sold. Call 251-3500.

NEW IN THEATERS:

Runaway Jury

Veronica Guerin

Texas Chainsaw Massacre

COMING SOON:

Gothika (Oct. 24)

Beyond Borders (Oct. 24)

Brother Bear (Oct. 24)

Scary Movie 3 (Oct. 24)

Radio (Oct. 24)

NAUTI-NIGHT MASQUERADE: Oct. 24, Florida Aquarium, Tampa.

MUSIC, MINARETS AND THE MAYOR: Oct. 24, University of Tampa, Plant Park, Tampa.

DMX WITH LIL' KIM AND NAS: Oct. 24, St. Pete Times Forum, Tampa.

GUAVAWEEN: Oct. 25, Ybor City.

SONYA FITZPATRICK (star of Pet Psychic): Oct. 25, Mahaffey Theater, St. Petersburg.

HANSON: Oct. 25, Jannus Landing, St. Petersburg.

STARLIGHT EXPRESS: Oct. 28-Nov. 2, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.

BRET MICHAELS: Oct. 31, Jannus Landing, St. Petersburg.

DION: Nov. 1, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

MOODY BLUES: Nov. 2, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

LYNYRD SKYNYRD: Nov. 10, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

SING-A-LONG WIZARD OF OZ: Nov. 13-16, Tampa Theatre, Tampa.

PETER CETERA: Nov. 13, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

JERRY SEINFELD: Nov. 14, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

PORGY AND BESS: Nov. 15-16, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.

OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN: Nov. 19, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.

STYX: Nov. 20, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

HARRY CONNICK JR.: Nov. 23, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.

MISS SAIGON: Nov. 25-30, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

WAYNE NEWTON: Dec. 16, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

B.B. KING: Jan. 3, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.

ANN-MARGRET: Jan. 31, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.