BWW Reviews: Big, Beautiful, Breathtaking and Bold - THE COLOR PURPLE Soars at Virginia Rep
by Jeremy Bustin - June 21, 2014
It has taken more than two years to bring THE COLOR PURPLE to Virginia Repertory Theatre, and the ambitious final production of the 2013-2014 season is absolutely stunning and every bit worth the wait. PURPLE is a convergence of some of Richmond's finest performers and creative collaborators, and is as close to a Broadway performance as it gets.
by Jeremy Bustin - June 21, 2014
It has taken more than two years to bring THE COLOR PURPLE to Virginia Repertory Theatre, and the ambitious final production of the 2013-2014 season is absolutely stunning and every bit worth the wait. PURPLE is a convergence of some of Richmond's finest performers and creative collaborators, and is as close to a Broadway performance as it gets.
Wolf Trap Announces Performances for July 14-20, Includes Sara Bareilles, Huey Lewis, and More
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2014
Wolf Trap Presents Sara Bareilles with Special Guests Lucius and Emily King; The Fray with Barcelona and Oh Honey; Straight No Chaser; Tchaikovsky, Ravel & Rossini; 2001: A Space Odyssey; and Huey Lewis & the News with Special Guest Marc Broussard
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2014
Wolf Trap Presents Sara Bareilles with Special Guests Lucius and Emily King; The Fray with Barcelona and Oh Honey; Straight No Chaser; Tchaikovsky, Ravel & Rossini; 2001: A Space Odyssey; and Huey Lewis & the News with Special Guest Marc Broussard
Wolf Trap Opera Welcomes 2014 Artist in Residence Eric Ownes
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2014
Wolf Trap Opera (WTO), a top residency program for emerging opera professionals, welcomes internationally renowned bass-baritone Eric Owens as its first Artist in Residence.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2014
Wolf Trap Opera (WTO), a top residency program for emerging opera professionals, welcomes internationally renowned bass-baritone Eric Owens as its first Artist in Residence.
Reston Community Players Announce 2014-15 Season and Honor Past Season's Audience Choice Awards
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2014
On a night of revelry reflecting on the 'revolutionary' season just past and highlighting upcoming productions, the Reston Community Players bestowed 24 audience choice 'Restie' awards and three $1,000 scholarships.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2014
On a night of revelry reflecting on the 'revolutionary' season just past and highlighting upcoming productions, the Reston Community Players bestowed 24 audience choice 'Restie' awards and three $1,000 scholarships.
Wolf Trap Opera Welcomes 2014 Artist in Residence Eric Owens
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2014
Wolf Trap Opera (WTO), a top residency program for emerging opera professionals, welcomes internationally renowned bass-baritone Eric Owens as its first Artist in Residence.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2014
Wolf Trap Opera (WTO), a top residency program for emerging opera professionals, welcomes internationally renowned bass-baritone Eric Owens as its first Artist in Residence.
Virginia Repertory Theatre's THE COLOR PURPLE Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of The Color Purple at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street on Friday, June 20, 2014 with a Preview tonight, June 19. The show runs through August 3, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of The Color Purple at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street on Friday, June 20, 2014 with a Preview tonight, June 19. The show runs through August 3, 2014.
Barter Theatre's A FACILITY FOR LIVING Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2014
It's the funniest play set in a nursing home you'll ever see. Barter Theatre presents 'A Facility for Living,' beginning tonight, June 18 at Barter Stage II. This very funny and thought provoking play is like 'The Golden Girls' meets 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.'
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2014
It's the funniest play set in a nursing home you'll ever see. Barter Theatre presents 'A Facility for Living,' beginning tonight, June 18 at Barter Stage II. This very funny and thought provoking play is like 'The Golden Girls' meets 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.'
The Barter Players to Stage WINNIE-THE-POOH, 6/24-7/19
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2014
Revisit the ageless story of friendship; "Winnie-the-Pooh" is fun for the whole family, and it is here at Barter!
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2014
Revisit the ageless story of friendship; "Winnie-the-Pooh" is fun for the whole family, and it is here at Barter!
Virginia Rep's THE CHARITABLE SISTERHOOD OF THE SECOND TRINITY VICTORY CHURCH Opens 7/18
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of The Charitable Sisterhood of the Second Trinity Victory Church on July 18 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. The world premiere production runs through Sunday, August 24. This hilarious and heart-warming comedy by award-winning Richmond playwright, Bo Wilson, follows the ladies of the Charitable Sisterhood who won't let flooded roads and washed out bridges keep them from fulfilling their sworn mission.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of The Charitable Sisterhood of the Second Trinity Victory Church on July 18 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. The world premiere production runs through Sunday, August 24. This hilarious and heart-warming comedy by award-winning Richmond playwright, Bo Wilson, follows the ladies of the Charitable Sisterhood who won't let flooded roads and washed out bridges keep them from fulfilling their sworn mission.
Photo Flash: Signature Theatre's CLOAK AND DAGGER Production Photos
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2014
Virginia's Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre closes out its 2013/2014 season with the world premiere musical Cloak and Dagger, directed by Signature Theatre's Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer (Broadway's Follies, Million Dollar Quartet). From Helen Hayes Award Winner Ed Dixon (Signature's Sunset Boulevard) comes this screwball musical comedy send-up of the 1950s film noir.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2014
Virginia's Tony Award®-winning Signature Theatre closes out its 2013/2014 season with the world premiere musical Cloak and Dagger, directed by Signature Theatre's Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer (Broadway's Follies, Million Dollar Quartet). From Helen Hayes Award Winner Ed Dixon (Signature's Sunset Boulevard) comes this screwball musical comedy send-up of the 1950s film noir.
Barter Theatre to Present A FACILITY FOR LIVING, 6/18
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2014
It's the funniest play set in a nursing home you'll ever see. Barter Theatre presents 'A Facility for Living,' beginning June 18 at Barter Stage II. This very funny and thought provoking play is like 'The Golden Girls' meets 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.'
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2014
It's the funniest play set in a nursing home you'll ever see. Barter Theatre presents 'A Facility for Living,' beginning June 18 at Barter Stage II. This very funny and thought provoking play is like 'The Golden Girls' meets 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.'
Synetic Theater to Present THE MUSIC BOX & THE MIRACULOUS MAGICAL BALLOON this Summer at Lubber Run
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2014
Synetic Theater will perform two free shows at the Lubber Run Amphitheater featuring their family shows The Music Box and The Miraculous Magical Balloon. The two shows are part of Synetic Theater's Educational Outreach program that enriches children with the magic of theater through pantomime, choreography, dance, music, physical comedy, and audience participation.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2014
Synetic Theater will perform two free shows at the Lubber Run Amphitheater featuring their family shows The Music Box and The Miraculous Magical Balloon. The two shows are part of Synetic Theater's Educational Outreach program that enriches children with the magic of theater through pantomime, choreography, dance, music, physical comedy, and audience participation.
ShenanArts Presents Educational Workshop Series
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2014
ShenanArts presents 2014 Summer Workshop Series.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2014
ShenanArts presents 2014 Summer Workshop Series.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre Presents THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB, 6/26-8/2
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2014
Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents The Dixie Club by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten. The production runs from June 26 to August 2.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2014
Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents The Dixie Club by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten. The production runs from June 26 to August 2.
Barter Theatre Hosts Annual Birthday Bash Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2014
Barter Theatre celebrates its 81st anniversary with a Birthday Bash tonight, June 10 from 5:00pm to 7:30pm on Barter Square. The Birthday Bash is free and open to the public, as Barter's way of saying thank you to its many friends and patrons.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2014
Barter Theatre celebrates its 81st anniversary with a Birthday Bash tonight, June 10 from 5:00pm to 7:30pm on Barter Square. The Birthday Bash is free and open to the public, as Barter's way of saying thank you to its many friends and patrons.
Firehouse Theatre Announces 12th Annual Festival of New American Plays Semifinalists
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2014
Firehouse Theatre has announced the semifinalists of the 12th Annual Festival of New American Plays. The semifinalists are:
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2014
Firehouse Theatre has announced the semifinalists of the 12th Annual Festival of New American Plays. The semifinalists are:
BWW Reviews: Come to the Seductive and Stirring CABARET in Richmond
by Jeremy Bustin - June 09, 2014
Richmond Triangle Players closes its season with the Sam Mendes revival of Kander and Ebb's CABARET, which has returned to Broadway for a limited engagement at Studio 54. While it would be a real treat to see Alan Cumming, Michelle Williams and company, the Triangle Players' production stands well on its own.
by Jeremy Bustin - June 09, 2014
Richmond Triangle Players closes its season with the Sam Mendes revival of Kander and Ebb's CABARET, which has returned to Broadway for a limited engagement at Studio 54. While it would be a real treat to see Alan Cumming, Michelle Williams and company, the Triangle Players' production stands well on its own.
McLean Kids Series Closes 2013-14 Season at The Alden with THE MAGIC OF HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN Today
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2014
The Alden in McLean's 2013-2014 McLean Kids Performance Series ends with a performance by Richmond, Va.-based puppet company Applause Unlimited. 'The Magic of Hans Christian Andersen' will be presented at 2 p.m. today, June 7. Tickets are $15, $10 for MCC district residents. The Alden is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue, inside the McLean Community Center.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2014
The Alden in McLean's 2013-2014 McLean Kids Performance Series ends with a performance by Richmond, Va.-based puppet company Applause Unlimited. 'The Magic of Hans Christian Andersen' will be presented at 2 p.m. today, June 7. Tickets are $15, $10 for MCC district residents. The Alden is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue, inside the McLean Community Center.
Wolf Trap to Present Crosby, Stills & Nash, American Idol Live! Tour 2014 & More
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2014
Very few bands can claim their concert debut was at Woodstock, but Crosby, Stills & Nash have been establishing themselves as music legends since that fateful day in the summer of '69.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2014
Very few bands can claim their concert debut was at Woodstock, but Crosby, Stills & Nash have been establishing themselves as music legends since that fateful day in the summer of '69.
Virginia Stage Company Welcomes New Senior Staff
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2014
Virginia Stage Company (VSC) has announced the addition of a General Manger to its staff. This new position at VSC will be filled by Foster J. Billingsley, formerly the Executive Director of the Virginia Commission for the Arts. Billingsley brings over 20 years of experience in all aspects of professional theater and arts management, from Regional and Broadway Stage Manager to Company Manager to most recently his roles as Deputy Director and Executive Director at the Virginia Commission for the Arts, where he served for the past 14 years.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2014
Virginia Stage Company (VSC) has announced the addition of a General Manger to its staff. This new position at VSC will be filled by Foster J. Billingsley, formerly the Executive Director of the Virginia Commission for the Arts. Billingsley brings over 20 years of experience in all aspects of professional theater and arts management, from Regional and Broadway Stage Manager to Company Manager to most recently his roles as Deputy Director and Executive Director at the Virginia Commission for the Arts, where he served for the past 14 years.
Barter Theatre to Host Annual Birthday Bash, 6/10
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2014
Barter Theatre celebrates its 81st anniversary with a Birthday Bash on Tuesday, June 10 from 5:00pm to 7:30pm on Barter Square. The Birthday Bash is free and open to the public, as Barter's way of saying thank you to its many friends and patrons.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2014
Barter Theatre celebrates its 81st anniversary with a Birthday Bash on Tuesday, June 10 from 5:00pm to 7:30pm on Barter Square. The Birthday Bash is free and open to the public, as Barter's way of saying thank you to its many friends and patrons.
Richmond CenterStage Hosts A SWEET VIRGINIA EVENING Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2014
Richmond CenterStage today announced A Sweet Virginia Evening, honoring the 2014 recipients of CenterStage's Renaissance Awards: Robbin Thompson and Altria Group.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2014
Richmond CenterStage today announced A Sweet Virginia Evening, honoring the 2014 recipients of CenterStage's Renaissance Awards: Robbin Thompson and Altria Group.
HOLLYWOOD CONFIDENTIAL Plays Barter Stage II, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2014
Get ready to laugh until your sides split during Barter Theatre's world premiere comedy, 'Hollywood Confidential.' Penned by the playwriting team of the late V. Cate and her son Duke Ernsberger who also wrote 'Dracula Bites,' 'Elvis Has Left the Building' and 'A Visit from Scarface,' it's the kind of play that will have you rolling in the aisles. 'Hollywood Confidential' begins tonight, June 5 at Barter Stage II.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2014
Get ready to laugh until your sides split during Barter Theatre's world premiere comedy, 'Hollywood Confidential.' Penned by the playwriting team of the late V. Cate and her son Duke Ernsberger who also wrote 'Dracula Bites,' 'Elvis Has Left the Building' and 'A Visit from Scarface,' it's the kind of play that will have you rolling in the aisles. 'Hollywood Confidential' begins tonight, June 5 at Barter Stage II.
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Animal Crackers
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Borromeo String Quartet & Verona Quartet
Kaufman Theater, Chrysler Museum of Art (4/13 - 4/13) | |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
The Dinner Detective RVA (2/28 - 2/28) | |
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American Festival Pops Orchestra: Celebrating America’s 250 Years!
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (4/11 - 4/11) | |
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Christian McBride with Ursa Major
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts (5/17 - 5/17) | |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
The Dinner Detective Virginia Beach (1/17 - 1/17) | |
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Meow Meow
Robin Hixon Theater, Clay and Jay Barr Education Center (3/30 - 3/31) | |
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