Looking for something to do? Here's a super calendar, ranging from Kinky to belly dancing.
By SHANNON BREEN
Published August 13, 2004
In 2001, alternative metal quintet Linkin Park created the Projekt Revolution tour to bring together a cornucopia of musical acts.
Three years later, it's still going strong.
This year's 32-stop tour brings 13 musical acts to the Ford Amphitheatre, including Snoop Dogg, Korn, Linkin Park and Less Than Jake.
Acts will perform on two stages and, at times, together. Since the tour began last month, Snoop Dogg - the embodiment of '90s gangsta rap - has joined Linkin Park onstage for his hit Gin and Juice.
Backed by a live funk band and a deejay, Snoop Dogg will likely rap about smoking pot and chasing women.
Linkin Park will deliver an 80-minute set of its moping lyrics, and Less Than Jake will perform their punk-pop tinged with Jamaican ska.
Other performers are Mike V and the Rats, Ghostface, Funeral for a Friend, Autopilot Off, Instruction, M.O.P., No Warning, Downset and The Used.
The concert begins at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday (doors open at 2:30 p.m.) at the Ford Amphitheatre, Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa. Tickets cost $35.50 to $49.50. Call 287-8844.
TODAY
TRIBUTE TO ELVIS: Since his death in 1977, Elvis Presley has been spotted everywhere from Batboy's cave to sunbathing on a Hawaiian island. His next sighting: Largo. Brent Howell pays homage to the King by dressing in rhinestone outfits, shaking his pelvis and singing with his four-piece tribute band, Brent Howell and the Catillacs. 8 p.m.; Largo Cultural Center, 105 Central Park Drive; $16. Call (727) 587-6793.
JAKE SHIMABUKURO: Jake Shimabukuro, who covers all types of music from classical to funk, has opened for several artists such as jazz singer Diana Krall, Take 6, Fiona Apple, Amuro Namie and John Popper of Blues Traveler. Shimabukuro also has participated in the annual Hawaii International Jazz Festival and in collaboration with the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra. 8 p.m.; Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Jaeb Theater, Tampa; $25.50. Call 229-7827.
ONE ACT WEEKEND: The Carrollwood Players Club present its seventh annual One Act Weekend with eight miniplays, including Emily's Date, Bronco Buster and Rocks in the Bed. 8 p.m. today and Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday; Plantation Plaza, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa; $10-$12. Call 265-4000.
CLUTCH: Combining elements of funk and metal, Clutch has built a loyal following since its inception in 1991. Formed in Maryland, the group released its 1993 debut album, Transnational Speedway League. The band signed a major label contract with Columbia in 1997 and released The Elephant Riders the next year. Pure Rock Fury, their newest, followed three years later. 8 p.m.; Masquerade, 1503 E Seventh Ave., Ybor City; $13. Call 247-2518.
HOT SUMMER SHOW III: Clayton Galleries is continuing its summer rotation of works by gallery artists with "Hot Summer Show III," which opens today and runs through Sept. 2. Among the exhibitors are Virginia Derryberry, Susan Klein, Jeffrey Kronsnoble and Fraser Smith. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays; Clayton Galleries, 4105 S MacDill Ave., Tampa; free. Call 831-3753.
14 SATURDAY
KAMIKAZE: Tampa Bay artist Joel Cocker showcases his mixed media work, from sculptures to pottery, in "Kamikaze," a solo exhibit, which runs Saturday through Oct. 14. Opening night festivities, from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m., will feature live music by the Violentfingers. Hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; Look Studio, 209 N Armenia Ave., Tampa; free. Call 376-8971.
BELLY DANCING: Looking to shake your belly? The Kadayif's Studio for American Belly Dance presents its annual dance program, Global Essence of Belly Dance. 7:30 p.m.; Friday Morning Musicale Building, 809 Horatio St., Tampa; $5-$10. Call 909-0051.
CLEARWATER FINE ARTS FESTIVAL: The inaugural Clearwater Fine Arts Festival features the work of 75 artists and crafters. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; Harborview Center, Clearwater; free. Call (727) 556-0550.
FUNKMASTER FLEX CELEBRITY CAR SHOW: On its 11-stop tour, the 2004 Funkmaster Flex Celebrity Car Show features more than 20 classes of cars, ranging from luxury to imports. Musical acts scheduled to perform include 50 Cent and G-Unit. 2 p.m.; Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall; $35-$59.50. Call 287-8844.
HALCYON: Local trio Halcyon is chock full of insightful, trademark harmonies. The trio of guitarists Debbie Hunseder and Stephanie Callahan and percussionist Alvon Griffin has won local, regional and national awards. 8 p.m.; Skipper's Smokehouse, Tampa; $10. Call 971-0666.
FOOTBALL: CINCINNATI BENGALS AT TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS. The first preseason game is at 7 p.m.; TV broadcast WMOR-Ch. 32; radio broadcast WQYK-99.5. Raymond James Stadium, Tampa; $30-$335. Call 287-8844.
15 SUNDAY
GUYS & DOLLS: Few critics have doubted the late Marlon Brando's acting ability. His singing, however, is another story. Joseph Mankiewicz's 1955 film Guys & Dolls follows Brando as high-rolling gambler Sky Masterson and Jean Simmons, a Salvation Army missionary. The musical comedy features Frank Sinatra as the mischievous Nathan Detroit who runs a floating craps game in New York. Also starring Vivian Blaine and Stubby Kaye. The movie is presented as part of the Tampa Theatre's Summer Classic Film Series. 3 p.m.; Tampa Theatre, 711 N Franklin St., Tampa; $7. Call 274-8782.
GOOD DAY SUNSHINE: Crash Mitchell and Maggie Council will perform during Good Day Sunshine, a memorial concert remembering former Skipper's Smokehouse employee Regina Brady. Proceeds will help establish a scholarship fund in her name. 5 p.m.; Skipper's Smokehouse, Tampa; donations requested. Call 971-0666.
16 MONDAY
O.A.R.: Of a Revolution (known as O.A.R.) went from an Ohio State University frat band to a Billboard chartbuster. Its latest album, In Between Now And Then, was released last spring. 6 p.m.; Jannus Landing, 16 Second St. N, St. Petersburg; $22. Call (727) 896-1244.
17 TUESDAY
BASEBALL: ANAHEIM ANGELS AT TAMPA BAY DEVIL RAYS. 7:15 p.m.; Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg; $3-$225. Call 287-8844.
18 WEDNESDAY
BASEBALL: ANAHEIM ANGELS AT TAMPA BAY DEVIL RAYS. 7:15 p.m.; Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg; $3-$225. Call 287-8844.
19 THURSDAY
KINKY: A quintet from Mexico, Kinky combines rock, Latin rhythms, funk and techno beats. The group performs with the Spam Allstars during a concert to benefit WMNF-88.5. 8 p.m.; Masquerade, 1503 E Seventh Ave., Ybor City; $23-$25. Call 247-2518.
BASEBALL: ANAHEIM ANGELS AT TAMPA BAY DEVIL RAYS. 2:15 p.m.; Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg; $3-$225. Call 287-8844.
NEW IN THEATERS:
Alien vs. Predator Without a Paddle (Wednesday)
COMING SOON:
Open Water (Aug. 20)
The Exorcist: The Beginning (Aug. 20)
NEXT WEEKEND
SUMMER SAFARI NIGHTS: Aug. 20, Lowry Park Zoo, Tampa.
CROSBY, STILLS AND NASH: Aug. 22, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.
BOSTON: Aug. 24, Ford Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds, Tampa.
OLD HYDE PARK VILLAGE LIVE MUSIC SERIES: Aug. 25, Old Hyde Park Village, Swann and Dakota avenues, Tampa.
LOOK AHEAD
KATIE MELUA: Aug. 27, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa.
KEVIN POLLAK: Aug. 27-29, Improv Comedy Theater & Restaurant, Centro Ybor.
HEART: Aug. 29, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater.
OZZFEST FEATURING BLACK SABBATH: Sept. 2, Ford Amphitheatre at the Florida State Fairgrounds.
