Saturday, January 7, 2017, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Location: Firehouse Cultural Center

Event type: Firehouse Pub

James Suggs on trumpet, Glenn Stevenson upright bass, Richard “Stretch” Bruyn keyboard, and Paul Gavin on drums. This group of seasoned jazz musicians was created specifically to perform for the Firehouse Cultural Center. James Suggs was the featured soloist with the Glenn Miller Orchestra he has also played with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra. He has spent 8 years living in Argentina touring in Chile, Ecuador, Uruguay, Venezuela, Mexico, England, Portugal, and Spain.

Call 813-645-7651 to reserve your seat!

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Firehouse Pub seating is communal, which means you may have other guests at your table. As a courtesy to the artists we recommend arriving no later than thirty minutes before show time. Reservations are made when tickets are purchased. Tickets are non-refundable.

Cash Bar & Refreshments available. No outside food or beverages allowed.

Ticket Prices:

Advanced:

  • $18 members
  • $23 non-members

Day of show:

  • $23 members
  • $28 non-members

Bookings

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Adult Clay - A.M. Thursdays
Thursday, August 1, 2024 – Sunday, September 1, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
$145.00 - $209.00
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
Adult Clay - Thursday Evening
Thursday, August 1, 2024 – Sunday, September 1, 2024    
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
$145.00 - $209.00
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Thursdays: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2024 - Dec 2024.
Pottery 101
Friday, August 2, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
$45.00 - $155.00
You will learn the fundamental techniques of Pottery, slip, score, coil, design, carve and glaze. Instructors guide you to transform raw clay into Art. You will progressively enhance your skills over four weeks. Provides the foundation to continue your pottery pathway. Age 18 to adult. Fridays, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Adult Clay - A.M. Fridays
Friday, August 2, 2024 – Tuesday, August 27, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
$145.00 - $209.00
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Fridays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, January 2024 - December 2024.
Center Stage Comedy: Al Ernst with Comic Doc
Friday, August 2, 2024    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
Al Ernst is new to The Firehouse! Al is a stand-up comedian known for his unique blend of humor and wit. He has been named Entertainer of the Year by Carnival Cruise Lines and is often referred to as the “Warrior of Humor.” His comedy is known for being clean, yet edgy, and has been described as the “Jimmy Buffett of funny.” He uses his life experiences, including being an only child and struggling with his weight, to create humor that is relatable and engaging. Al Ernst will be joined by fellow comedian Vien the Comic Doc. Vien is a real life doctor. Seriously. Dr. Phommachanh is a practicing ear, nose, and throat doctor in Sarasota, FL. During the daytime Dr. Phommachanh is really helpful if you have an ear infection, runny nose, or sore throat. Call for an appointment. Medical advice given after shows will be for his amusement only! Join us on Friday, August 2 @7:30 pm at The Firehouse and share in the laughter!
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 3, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$55.00 - $165.00
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
Adult Clay - A.M. Tuesdays
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 – Friday, September 6, 2024    
9:30 am – 11:30 am
$145.00 - $209.00
BOOK FOR THE MONTH! Learn the basics of how to form clay through pinching, coil building, and working with slabs. Combine these forming methods together to make some fun shapes! Students should expect to make several pieces using these techniques. With introduction of wheel throwing. Clay, tools, glazing and firing included. Tuesdays: 9:30am – 11:30am Adults. Book Monthly, Jan 2024 - Dec 2024.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 10, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$55.00 - $165.00
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones
Saturday, August 10, 2024    
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
$23.00 - $30.00
Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones play traditional blues, West Coast and Texas swing, and early 50's roots rock. This is real deal rockin' rhythm & blues! Come out and join us at the Firehouse Center Stage on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 7:30 pm.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 17, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$55.00 - $165.00
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 24, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$55.00 - $165.00
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
Intro to Wheel Throwing Sat
Saturday, August 31, 2024    
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
$55.00 - $165.00
Students learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel. More advanced students will build upon the basics to create larger, more advanced projects. Discover varying throwing techniques, forms and glazing. Materials & firings included. Age 18 to Adult.
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