"Located in downtown Tampa along the Hillsborough River, the Straz Center for the Performing Arts is the largest performing arts venue in the region. "

Recommended For

Performing arts lovers
Enjoy Broadway shows, opera, comedy, concerts, and orchestras in five state-of-the-art theaters

Young artists & students
Train in ballet, musical theater, music, and acting through the Patel Conservatory

Families & educators
Attend school-friendly matinees, take field trips, or join youth theater programs

Public art enthusiasts
Explore interactive and rotating art installations throughout the riverside campus

Exhibits

  • Art on the Walk: A permanent Riverwalk installation with rotating themed exhibitions by local artists
  • Dr. Jay and Ann McKeel Ross Exhibit: Rotating fine art collection on display in Morsani Hall
  • Performance in Sculpture: Juried outdoor sculpture series curated with the National Sculpture Society
  • String Theory’s Fin Harp: A massive 200-foot playable harp on the riverside walkway
  • The Cube by The Urban Conga: Interactive community mural project in Jaeb Courtyard
  • Why Sit When You Can Play?: Musical bench sculpture that invites playful participation on the riverfront

Education & Programs

  • Patel Conservatory: Offers classes in dance, music, acting, and musical theater for all ages and levels
  • Broadway Star of the Future: Annual awards ceremony celebrating excellence in high school musical theater
  • Field Trips: Live shows for students with curriculum-aligned study guides and educator support
  • Conservatory to Go: Brings performing arts programming to local schools and community organizations
  • Camps & After-School Programs: Year-round training in acting, singing, and dancing, including summer theater camps

Dining

  • Maestro’s Restaurant: Fixed-menu dining with table service and themed dishes aligned with performances
  • Maestro’s Café: Buffet-style meals served before shows in the Morsani Hall lobby
  • Maestro’s on the River: Outdoor riverside dining with light bites, cocktails, and views (weather permitting)
  • Coffee Shop: Quick drinks and snacks located near the gift shop on the south side of campus

Insider Tip

Book dinner at Maestro’s Restaurant before a show for a themed culinary experience—and take time to walk the Riverwalk art exhibits before curtain call.

Visitor Information

Location: 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa, FL 33602
Phone: 800-955-1045
Website: strazcenter.org

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