Emmy Bailey, Author at Creative Loafing Tampa

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Arts & Entertainment

‘Daily Show’ host Josh Johnson adds second Tampa show this weekend

The rising comedian is at Tampa Theatre on Saturday.

by Emmy Bailey November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

Josh Johnson brings new stand-up show to Tampa Theatre on Nov. 8, 2025.

Woman sues SeaWorld Orlando after she says a duck hit her in the face on ride

The lawsuit claims the ride’s speed, location and design together created a ‘zone of danger for bird strikes’

by Emmy Bailey October 31, 2025October 31, 2025

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Music

Country crossover star Jessie Murph brings ‘Sex Hysteria’ to Tampa on Wednesday

Her second album confronts themes of sexuality, generational trauma and self-discovery.

by Emmy Bailey September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 2025 opens this week

Scary long lines are expected.

by Emmy Bailey August 27, 2025September 1, 2025