CONFEDERATES by Dominique Morisseau to Open at Firehouse Theatre
Firehouse Theatre will present Confederates by Dominique Morisseau, directed by Tawnya Pettiford-Wates, to open its 33rd Mainstage Season in Richmond.
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The latest news on live theater in Central Virginia from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
DEREK HOUGH DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour to Make Multi-City Debut This Fall
Four-time Emmy winner Derek Hough announced a multi-city DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS tour, kicking off in Phoenix and wrapping in San Jose, with stops in Seattle, Austin, Salt Lake City, and Nashville.
SEPARATE WAYS THE BAND to Return to Innsbrook Pavilion for Journey Tribute Show
Separate Ways The Band, a Journey tribute act known for recreating the Steve Perry era sound, is set to perform at SERVPRO After Hours Concerts at The Innsbrook Pavilion in Glen Allen, Virginia.
ArtsFairfax Presents to Place Local Artists in Fairfax County Public Spaces
ArtsFairfax launched a new initiative to bring visual art into public and private spaces across Fairfax County, beginning with exhibitions at Lincolnia Senior Center in partnership with Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services.
Christina Rose Hall and Aaron Kaburick Join BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from June 2026
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
ArtsFairfax Adds Three New Board Members and Reshapes Executive Team
ArtsFairfax announced three new board members and updated executive officers for its upcoming fiscal year, expanding leadership with professionals from law, arts administration, and business.
DISNEY'S NEWSIES to Open at Virginia Theatre Festival With Broadway Vet at the Helm
The Virginia Theatre Festival will present DISNEY'S NEWSIES at the Culbreth Theatre, directed and choreographed by Broadway veteran Matthew Steffens, with a cast of 37 actors including 13 local young artists.
Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
WAITRESS Will Embark on 10th Anniversary North American Tour This Fall
The Waitress musical hits the road this fall! Celebrate its 10th anniversary with a North American tour hitting 40+ cities.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
TAMBO & BONES to Open at 5th Wall Theatre
5th Wall Theatre and Blk Virginia Theatre Alliance will present Dave Harris's TAMBO & BONES in Richmond, VA, directed by Jeremy V.
SISTER ACT Will Come to Little Theatre of Virginia Beach This Summer
Little Theatre of Virginia Beach will present SISTER ACT, featuring music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Glenn Slater, at its Virginia Beach venue.
KEN LUDWIG'S MORIARTY to Open Virginia Theatre Festival's 52nd Season
The Virginia Theatre Festival will open its 52nd season with Ken Ludwig's MORIARTY: A NEW SHERLOCK HOLMES ADVENTURE, featuring Holmes, Watson, and Irene Adler facing off against Professor Moriarty in a tale of blackmail and international intrigue.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from May 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
BroadwayWorld Launches Producer Fantasy Game
BroadwayWorld's new Producer Fantasy Game lets fans draft six Broadway shows and earn points from real box office grosses, awards, and weekly predictions.
SAFETY to Make World Premiere at Firehouse Theatre
Firehouse Theatre will present the world premiere of Safety a new musical by Irene Ziegler and composer John Winn, directed by Nathaniel Shaw and starring Grey Garrett on the Carol Piersol Stage in Richmond, VA.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.
AS YOU LIKE IT, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, and More Set For Richmond Shakespeare Festival
Richmond Shakespeare announced its 2026 Shakespeare Festival, featuring productions of AS YOU LIKE IT, THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF AMERICA (ABRIDGED), and THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST staged across gardens, amphitheatres, and historic venues in Richmond and Williamsburg, VA.
Photos: EMPTY NIGHT to Make Virginia Beach Debut at Z Fringe Festival
Hattimatim-Team has released production photos from EMPTY NIGHT, a new play written and directed by award-winning playwright Abhisek Bhattacharya.
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
Sandeep Das, The Texas Tenors and More Set for Western Piedmont Symphony 2026–2027 Concert Season
Western Piedmont Symphony unveiled its 62nd season, featuring over 15 concerts across Hickory, Morganton, Lenoir, and Boone, with programming spanning Handel to Max Richter and Grammy-winning guest artists.
StageMag Launches Programmable PDF Editor for Digital Theater Programs
StageMag, the digital show program platform from BroadwayWorld, launched its new PDF Editor to all producers and stage managers using the service.
Virginia Stage Company Secures First-Ever Endowed Leadership Position with Perry Family Gift
Virginia Stage Company announced the establishment of its first endowed leadership role, the Perry Producing Artistic Director, funded by a major gift from the Perry family to permanently support Producing Artistic Director Tom Quaintance.
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Josh Groban: Stage, Screen, and Symphony with Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chartway Arena (8/16-8/16) |
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Michael Blaustein: The Taste Me Tour: The Final Leg Capital One Hall (10/16-10/16) |
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The Wiz Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (10/18-10/18) |
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Dante Gebel World Tour Despedida 2026 Capital One Hall (11/04-11/04) |
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Golden Girls The Laughs Continue Academy Center of the Arts (10/14-10/14) |
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John Crist Live Special Taping Capital One Hall (9/26-9/26) |
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Josh Groban Chartway Arena (8/16-8/16) |
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The Wiggles – Tree of Wisdom Spectacular! Capital One Hall (8/18-8/18) |
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Labrinth: The Undoing Tour - Presented by the cosmic opera with Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chartway Arena (8/23-8/23) |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show The Dinner Detective Virginia Beach (8/15-8/15) |