The Straz Center for the Performing Arts has been entertaining Tampa Bay theater-lovers since 1987. The downtown Tampa venue has released its lineup for the 2024-25 season, and we're here to help you plan ahead for some thespian delights:

"The Boy Who Loved Batman" — Tuesday, Oct. 1-Sunday, Nov. 10

The world premiere of this new play is taking place in the Big Guava, based on Michael E. Uslan's memoir. Uslan turned a love for the character into a Hollywood career during which he produced several Batman flicks.

"Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical" — Tuesday, Nov. 12-Sunday, Nov. 17

Head to Whoville for this musical adaptation of the classic book and iconic movie. It's the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit early. But what would I wear?

"Some Like it Hot" — Tuesday, Dec. 10-Sunday, Dec. 15

Bring the winter heat with this four-time Tony winner. Laugh and groove with witty jokes + catchy tunes.

"The Cher Show" — Tuesday, Jan. 14-Sunday, Jan. 19

I got you babe. Watch the theatrical retelling of Cher's life. The show about the iconic musician is hitting 50+ US cities.

"A Beautiful Noise" — Tuesday, Feb. 11-Sunday, Feb. 16

Speaking of iconic musicians, this musical centers around the life of Neil Diamond. Caroline will be present, and she will be sweet.

"MJ: The Musical" — Tuesday, Feb. 25-Sunday, March 2

Make that three in a row. This time, the award-winning show is about the King of Pop and his 1992 world tour. It's going to be a thriller.

Lin Manuel Miranda's Hamilton tells the story of America through hip-hop, jazz, and Broadway tunes. | Photo via the David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts

"The Lion King" — Wednesday, April 2-Sunday, April 20

Hakuna Matata. Here's your chance to see the iconic show based on Disney's 1994 movie. It's been on Broadway since 1997 and has wowed millions of theater-lovers across the globe since then.

"Mystic Pizza: The Musical" — Tuesday, April 29-Sunday, May 4

Indulge in the 1988 rom-com reimagined for the stage, along with waves of nostalgia from 1980s + 1990s hits.

"Shucked" — Tuesday, June 3-Sunday, June 8

Aw, shucks. This corn-bred musical is hitting up cities across the nation and beyond. Warning: Your cheeks may hurt from laughter.