Top Tampa Bay area events for the week of May 15-21

Kelly A. Stefani, Tampa Bay Times
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Shrimpfinity: This new art exhibit takes the oxymoron “jumbo shrimp” to a different level and includes shrimp sculptures, projections of animated shrimp dancing and a larger-than-life shrimp cocktail. Remains on display through May 29. $22-$27, free for children 4 and younger. 5-10:30 p.m. Monday (May 15), noon-7:30 p.m. Thursday (May 18), noon-10:30 p.m. Friday (May 19), 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Saturday (May 20), 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Sunday (May 21). Fairgrounds St. Petersburg, 2606 Fairfield Ave. S.

Margaret Cho: The comedian who is never one to shy away from a difficult or even “taboo” topic performs. $34.50 and up. 7:30 p.m. Friday (May 19). David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N Macinnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827.

Straight Jokes! No Chaser Comedy Tour: The show stars Mike Epps, Cedric the Entertainer, D.L. Hughley and Earthquake. $69.50 and up. 7 p.m. Sunday (May 21). Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

Jagged Little Pill: The Tony-winning musical about an imperfect American family is based on Alanis Morissette’s songs. $39.50 and up. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday (May 16-18), 8 p.m. Friday (May 19), 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday (May 20), 2 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday (May 21). David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N Macinnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827.

Ed Sheeran: The Grammy-winning English singer-songwriter whose hits including “Perfect,” “I Don’t Care,” “Beautiful People” and “Thinking Out Loud” performs. 6 p.m. Saturday (May 20). Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa.

Hank Williams Jr.: The singer, songwriter and musician who is in the Country Music Hall of Fame performs. Old Crow Medicine Show is also on the bill. $29.50 and up. 7 p.m. Friday (May 19). MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4802 U.S. 301, Tampa. 813-740-2446.

Clearwater Threshers: Clearwater’s minor league baseball team takes on the Bradenton Marauders.

  • The Clearwater Beach Dogs are the alternate identity of the Clearwater Threshers. On Friday, Threshers players and staff take the field in Beach Dogs uniforms and fans can join in by rocking their favorite Beach Dogs gear. Dogs are welcome. There’s also a postgame concert by Uncle John’s Band. Benefits SPCA Tampa Bay. $7-11. 6:30 p.m. Friday (May 19).

  • Stick around after the game for a fireworks display. $7-$11. 6:30 p.m. Saturday (May 20).

Games take place at BayCare Ballpark, 601 N Old Coachman Road, Clearwater. 727-712-4300

Crowns: This spoken-word and music event celebrates African American female solidarity and the power of the church. $29.50 and up. 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday (May 20), 2 p.m. Sunday (May 21). Jaeb Theater at the David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N Macinnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827.

Cat Show: Judges from around the world judge all breeds of cats in numerous rings. There will also be cat-related vendors and adoptable cats. $12, $6 ages 6-11, 5 and younger free. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (May 20-21). Banquet Masters, 13355 49th St. N, Clearwater. 727-289-1989.

Train Show: More than 60 tables of vendors will be selling model trains, toys and die-cast cars. There will also be a running layout for children. $6, 12 and younger free. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday (May 20). Hernando County Fair Association, 6436 Broad St., Brooksville. 727-244-1341.

St. Petersburg Opera: The opera presents Broadway Cabaret, an opportunity for opera performers to show off their musical theater chops. $75. 8 p.m. Saturday (May 20). Opera Central, Preis Hall, 2145 First Ave. S, St. Petersburg. 727-823-2040.

Tampa Bay Rays: The Rays face the Milwaukee Brewers. Fans 14 and younger get a free pair of Rays sunglasses while supplies last. $10-$340. 1:40 p.m. Sunday (May 21). Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Drive, St. Petersburg. 727-825-3137

Love! Valour! Compassion! In this film (NR, 108 minutes), which is a Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival A-List pick, friends spend the summer at a large, secluded 19th century home in upstate New York. $12, $10 seniors/students. 3 p.m. Sunday (May 21). Green Light Cinema, 221 Second Ave. N, St. Petersburg. 508-816-8968.

Cocktails at the Chihuly Collection: Enjoy light snacks, complimentary cocktails and an after-hours look at the Chihuly Collection along with a talk and special exhibition by Karen Tucker Kuykendall and Steve Hagan. $55, $50 members. 6-8 p.m. Friday (May 19). Chihuly Collection, 720 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-896-4527.

World of Women Conference, Expo, and Fashion Show: The global movement that celebrates the strength and inventiveness of females and looks at how to overcome obstacles to success comes to Tampa. Free. 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday (May 20). Sheraton Tampa Brandon Hotel, 10221 Princess Palm Ave., Tampa. 813-419-0975.

Gallery Grooves: Music and visual art complement each other in this after-hours viewing of the exhibitions with live acoustic bluegrass-folk music by Gypsy Wind. This is a Radio St. Pete live broadcast. Free. 6-7 p.m. Wednesday (May 17). Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-822-7872.