We are excited to announce 2010 Cultural Encounters program presented by Kleinman | Bertucelli, Investment Advisory Group of Raymond James & Associates, Inc.! The Cultural Encounters program is a way to expose individuals into the dynamic cultural institutions, giving them an insider’s look into the rich culture of Tampa Bay.

Not only does Cultural Encounters promote a better understanding of the arts and cultural organizations  in our community, but it also financially benefits the cultural institutions. Through your participation and the support of the presenting sponsor Kleinman | Bertucelli of Raymond James & Associates, the TBBCA is able to provide a check for financial support to the cultural organizations! Sign me up to participate!!!

Read the letters from the cultural organizations that have participated in the past.

Our schedule and details of the upcoming events are as follows:

August 24th, 2010 – 3:30 p.m.- Tampa Theatre
Explore Tampa Theatre, including places that aren’t on the public tour.  Along the way learn about the Theatre’s quirky architecture, rich history and lovable characters. Complimentary beer, wine, soda, water and popcorn.
September 8th, 2010 – 11:30 a.m.- American Stage Theatre Company
Lunch, tour and performance of a scene from Mystery of Irma Vep. This would be a pre-show sneak peek and attendees will get a special discount for this show!
October 14th, 2010 – 3 p.m. - Dali Museum
Exclusive tour of the old and the new facility. Meet and greet with The Dali Museum executives and walk away with a nice goody bag too!
November 18th – 5:30 p.m.- Phoenix Studio, Inc.
Enjoy a private cocktail preview party and "Casting with Glass" performance by Susan Gott and her team of glass artists. Watch as they astound you with a magical display of fire, light, and sound. 
December 8th – 11:30 a.m.- Lowry Park Zoo
Lunch at the Zoo’s new 11 sq. ft. Safari Lodge indoor event pavilion and behind scenes tour of our Safari Africa area led by Zoo Director of Collections, Dr. Larry Killmar.

The cost for the program is $99 per person for admission into all five of the institutions or $25 per person for admission into one of the institutions. All costs associated with the encounters are included in the cost of the ticket for the program which may included refreshments, drinks, and shows. Space is limited to keep this an intimate and exclusive opportunity and are on a "first come- first served" basis. Reserve your seat now!

If you require any additional information, please call (813) 221-ARTS (2787).

Cultural Encounters is Sponsored By:

Downloads:
Press Release
Registration Form
Letters of Support