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Tampa Bay has a long and colorful history, which is located on the west of Florida. And there are plenty of events on holidays every year. The following are the top things to experience in Tampa Bay over Christmas.
Jackie Evancho
The superstar exploded onto the national scene after her first performance on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, which left audiences and judges at the talk show astonished that such a voice could come from a 10-year-old girl. 7:30 pm, Ruth Eckerd Hall, 102 Mullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. $ 35~ $ 65. (727)756-7400.
Holiday Lights in the Gardens
Stroll through the gardens with more than 1 million twinkly lights, lasers, Florida-style shows, cartoon characters, visits with Santa and entertainers lining the pathway. 5:30pm, Florida Botanical Gardens, 1250 Ulmerton Road. Largo Donation of $ 4 suggested; 12 and younger free. (727) 582-5900.
Rockapella Christmas
The five-man pop band takes on classic holiday favorite songs and their new originals. 7:00pm, Capitol Theater. 405 Cleveland St, Clearwater. $ 25~ $ 48. (727)791-7400.
Wordier than Thou
Prose and Short Story Open Mic: A special open mic series focusing on storytelling. Poetry (诗歌) and musical performances are not allowed. The event includes a performance by a featured reader followed by numerous 10-minute open mic slots. 7:00 pm, Studio@620, 357 First Ave. St. Petersburg. $ 5. (727)895-6620.
Holiday Classic Movie Series
It’s A Wonderful Life: Enjoy selected holiday classics with a sing-along of holiday carols by the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ before each show. 7:30 pm, Tampa Theater, 712 Franklin Road, Tampa. $ 10, $ 8 members/ children. (727)274-8983.
21. What can we learn about Jackie Evancho?
A. She is a super film star. B. She broadcasts news at 7:30 pm every day.
C. She has a special talent for speech. D. She began to speak when she was 10.
22. Which activity is admission free for children ?
A. Rockapella Christmas.
B. Holiday Lights in the Gardens.
C. Wordier than Thou: Prose and Short Story Open Mic
D. Holiday Classic Movie Series: A Wonderful Life
23. Where should you go if you are a story lover?
A. Studio@620. B. Ruth Eckerd Hall. C. Capitol Theater. D. Florida Botanical Gardens.
