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Top things to do in Tampa Bay for May 10

 
Matthew McGee who plays Edna Turnblad poses for a portrait on the set of Hairspray in Demens Landing Park on April 12, 2017. The annual American Stage in the Park performance begins on April 19th and runs through May 14th.
Matthew McGee who plays Edna Turnblad poses for a portrait on the set of Hairspray in Demens Landing Park on April 12, 2017. The annual American Stage in the Park performance begins on April 19th and runs through May 14th.
Published May 9, 2017

American Stage in the Park: Hairspray: Catch the Tony Award-winning musical based on the John Waters film for American Stage's annual play in the park. Through May 14. 8 p.m., Demens Landing, 100 First Ave. SE, St. Petersburg. $18-$20 lawn, $32-35 premium blanket, $38-$40 reserved. (727) 823-7529.

Siddhartha Murkherjee: Science and Storytelling: Pulitzer Prize-winning author Siddhartha Mukherjee launches the paperback release of The Gene with a discussion on the intersection of science and storytelling and how he uses the two to explore questions, fears and fascinations. 7 p.m., Tampa Theatre, 711 Franklin St., Tampa. $32; includes choice of book. (813) 274-8982.

Victor Wooten Trio: The trio is led by Wooten, a five-time Grammy Award-winning bassist who began learning to play music at the age of two. 8 p.m., Capitol Theatre, 405 Cleveland St., Clearwater. $34.50-59.50. (727) 791-7400.

Greensky Bluegrass: Since 2000, the quartet has performed their version of bluegrass music, intermixed with acoustic and rock 'n' roll. 6 p.m., Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N, St. Petersburg. $19. (727) 565-0550.

Drag Queen Bingo: Drag queens call the numbers for 10 games of flamboyant bingo. Benefits SPCA Tampa Bay. 8 p.m., Punky's Bar and Grill, 3063 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. $10. (727) 400-6996.

KIDS AND FAMILY

Puddle Jumpers: Children ages 3 to 4 can enjoy a nature story, crafts and outdoor exploration. 9:30 a.m., Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg. $5. (727) 893-7326.

TO WATCH

SEASON FINALE: Black-ish, 9:30 p.m., ABC: Dre throws Bow's baby shower, but his plans for an unforgettable baby shower are put on hold when she starts having complications.

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