Top things to do this week: comedian Earthquake, Country Jam and Childish Gambino

The Greatest Showman: Sing-along: Hugh Jackman plays P.T. Barnum in the 2017 musical celebration of the life of one of America’s true original entertainment pioneers. It is full of catchy songs and the most widely requested sing-along in Tampa Theatre history. As Barnum knew, sometimes you just have to give the people what they want. The audience is invited to belt them out during the film. $14.50. 3 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 8). Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa. 813-274-8286.

Clearwater Threshers: The Threshers come up against the St. Lucie Mets. Stick around after the game for post-game fireworks Saturday. $9-$12. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday (Sept. 3-7), noon Sunday (Sept. 8). BayCare Ballpark, 601 N. Old Coachman Road, Clearwater. 727-467-4457.

Earthquake: His first recurring character was as Uncle Mike from the hit sitcom, “Everybody Hates Chris.” Most recently Quake is enjoying recurring roles on CBS’ “The Neighborhood” starring Cedric the Entertainer and preparing for the third season of the breakout hit series, “Johnson” for the Bounce network. $42-$52. 7 and 9:30 p.m. Friday (Sept. 6); 6:30 and 9 p.m. Saturday (Sept. 7). Tampa Funny Bone (formerly the Improv), 1600 E. Eighth Ave., Tampa. 813-864-4000.

Opera Tampa: In celebration of Spanish Heritage Month, Opera Tampa presents “Spanish Nights”, a concert highlighting the essence of Hispanic culture. Starting at $25. 8 p.m. Friday (Sept. 6), 2 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 7). The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa. 813-229-7827.

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse: Audiences will see the film presented on a huge HD screen, accompanied by a range of musicians and instrumentalists performing music from the film’s score and soundtrack live. This will include an orchestra, a scratch DJ on turntables, percussion and electronic instruments. $35-$65. 7 p.m. Wednesday (Sept. 4). Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Road, Clearwater. 727-791-7400.

US 103.5′s Country Jam: Platinum recording artist Cody Jinks headlines the US 103.5 Country Jam, joined by up-and-coming Texas singer-songwriter Jake Worthington in an evening that helps benefit Feeding Tampa Bay. $44.50. 7 p.m. Saturday (Sept. 7). Yuengling Center, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa. 813-974-3111.

Don Omar: The “Back to Reggaeton” concert promises to be an immersive experience delivering hits spanning his 25-year career. $61-$181. 8 p.m. Friday (Sept. 6). Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

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Hoods Up Week: A rare opportunity to see the museum’s collection with all the vehicle hoods up. Included with museum admission ($10-$16). Noon-4:30 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 8). Tampa Bay Automobile Museum, 3301 Gateway Centre Blvd., Pinellas Park. 727-579-8226.

Childish Gambino: The actor, rapper and comedian brings his New World Tour. $55.75-$245.75. 8 p.m. Wednesday (Sept. 4). Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-301-6500.

Museums on Us Weekend: Active Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank (U.S. Trust) credit or debit cardholders with photo ID receive one free general admission to the Tampa Museum of Art. Free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (Sept. 7-8). Tampa Museum of Art, 120 Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. 813-274-8130.

Wine-O Bingo: A wine-themed version of Bingo. Rather than G-32, it’s W-Chardonnay and I-Pinot Grigio. Yell out “Wine-O” when you win. There’s also wine tastings and wine by the glass, beer, hard cider and seltzers. No cover. 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 5). Aspirations Winery, 22041 U.S. 19 N., Clearwater. 727-799-9463.

Wonderful Town: Set in 1930s Greenwich Village, Wonderful Town is the story of two sisters from Ohio who come to New York to conquer the city. Along the way, they intermingle with the colorful characters of Christopher Street. $30, $19 student. 8-11 p.m. Thursday-Saturday (Sept. 5-7), 2-5 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 8). Francis Wilson Playhouse, 302 Seminole St., Clearwater. 727-446-1360.

Annie: The seven-time Tony Award winner follows a little orphan girl who wins everyone’s heart. $26-$32. 8-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday (Sept. 6-7), 2-4 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 8). Carrollwood Players, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa. 813-265-4000.

Shinyribs: Shinyribs is a melting pot of Texas Blues, New Orleans R&B funk, horn-driven Memphis soul, country twang, border music, big band swing and roots-rock. The Austin-based nine-piece (sometimes 10-piece) group is led by Kevin Russell, who continuously swaps out an electric guitar for a ukulele and entertains with on-stage antics. $35-$40. 8 p.m. Wednesday (Sept. 4). Skipper’s Smokehouse, 910 Skipper Road, Tampa. 813-971-0666.

Reimagining Nature: Dalí's Floral Fantasies: “Reimagining Nature: Dalí's Floral Fantasies” presents Salvador Dalí's best-loved botanical print suites sourced from the museum’s collection. This special exhibition features three rarely displayed suites of botanical prints made by Dalí between 1968 and 1972. These works transform renderings of fruits and flowers, reimagining them as surreal creations at the height of the pop era. Included in the price of admission 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. The Dali Museum, 1 Dali Blvd., St. Petersburg. 727-823-3767.

Nan Colton as Dora Maar: Playwright and storyteller Nan Colton brings to life Dora Maar – painter, photographer and Picasso’s muse. Benefits the Gulfport Senior Center Foundation. $20. 4-5 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 8). Catherine Hickman Theater, 5501 27th Ave. S., Gulfport. 727-893-1244.