Arts & Entertainment

Art News: Pride Exhibit, Wearable Art, Enlightened Monkey Arts

In other Tampa Bay-area art news: Eric Clapton plans a Tampa stop in September, while Wynonna Judd will perform at Palmetto's July 4 event.

Enlightened Monkey Arts presents a unique pop-up project mapped art installation at the Art Ovation Hotel Monday night.
Enlightened Monkey Arts presents a unique pop-up project mapped art installation at the Art Ovation Hotel Monday night. (Dave Gordon/Enlightened Monkey Arts)

TAMPA BAY, FL — Arts and culture are thriving in the Tampa Bay area. Here are some recent headlines you might have missed.

Eric Clapton To Make Stop In Tampa During North American Tour

Tickets go on sale Friday, June 18, for Eric Clapton's Sept. 25 concert at Amalie Arena.

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Teen Artist Travels Florida Art Circuit Showing His Work

Nalin Isme, 13, of Estero has been exhibiting his work for three years. He's also published a children's book, "Alphatales."

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Wearable Art To Enliven Vacant Storefront In Clearwater

The city of Clearwater is bringing back the artistic sensation first introduced to downtown Clearwater in December.

Enlightened Monkey Arts To Transform Downtown Hotel Roof Monday

The artists behind Enlightened Monkey Arts will light up the hotel's roof with a projection mapping installation Monday night.

Wynonna Judd Headlines Fourth Of July Festival In Palmetto

Palmetto's annual Fourth of July Festival returns July 4 after being canceled last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Country Music Venue Closing, Brewery Moving In: Report

White Buffalo Saloon will close its McIntosh Road space Saturday. Calusa Brewing bought the building, reports said.

'Rainbow' Exhibit: A Look At The Mize Gallery's Pride Show

Celebrate Pride Month at the Mize Gallery in St. Petersburg by checking out its June exhibit, "Rainbow.”

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