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Synetic Theater Hosts 'THREE MEN IN A BOAT' Pride Night
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2014
Synetic Theater will conclude their 2013/14 Season in May with a new adaptation of Jerome K. Jerome's Three Men in a Boat (To say nothing of the dog).
Virginia Repertory Theatre Presents THE COLOR PURPLE, Begin. 6/19
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 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 on Thursday, June 19. The show runs through August 3, 2014. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker, this joyful musical and epic story follows the life and personal awakening of Celie, a downtrodden young African American woman. With a book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray, the uplifting score features jazz, ragtime, gospel, African music and blues. The Broadway production earned eleven Tony nominations.
Richmond CenterStage to Host A SWEET VIRGINIA EVENING, 6/5
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 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 to Play Barter Stage II, Beg. 6/5
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 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 June 5 at Barter Stage II.
Wolf Trap to Present Ben Folds, The Philadelphia Orchestra and Diana Ross
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2014
Wolf Trap announces upcoming summer performances:
American Century Theater Presents JUDGMENT AT NUREMBERG, Now thru 6/28
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2014
The American Century Theater will present the Abby Mann stage adaptation of his classic film and teleplay, Judgment at Nuremberg, today, May 30 - June 28, 2014 at Gunston Arts Center, Theatre Two, in Arlington.
WELCOME BACK TO IVY GAP Begins Tonight at Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2014
Barter Theatre is gearing up to introduce a rich new comedy that we Southern folk can truly appreciate. The author of 'First Baptist of Ivy Gap' and 'My River, My Valley' brings Barter another warm and hilarious play, 'Welcome Back to Ivy Gap.' It begins tonight, May 29 on Barter's Main Stage, and tickets are going fast.
Synetic Theater to Host 'THREE MEN IN A BOAT' Pride Night on 6/4
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2014
Synetic Theater will conclude their 2013/14 Season in May with a new adaptation of Jerome K. Jerome's Three Men in a Boat (To say nothing of the dog).
Matt Polson, Nicklas Aliff & More to Star in Firehouse Theatre's HAIR, 6/26-7/19
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2014
Firehouse Theatre has announced the cast and creative team behind the Season 21 opening production, HAIR: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical with lyrics by James Rado & Gerome Ragni and music by Galt MacDermot. Directed by Firehouse Theatre Artistic Director Jase Smith (The Wild Party, POP!, The Rocky Horror Show) with music direction by Leilani Giles (POP!, The Rocky Horror Show) and choreography by Starrene Foster (Levitate, The Wild Party, POP!), HAIR will play 14 performances, June 26 - July 19, 2014. Opening Night is Friday, June 27th.
Barter Players' BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2014
The Barter Players, Barter Theatre's acting company dedicated to young audiences, are pleased to present a beautiful, imaginative new musical for children. 'Bridge to Terabithia,' based on the Newberry award winning story, will run May 27-June 2 at Barter Stage II.
The American Century Theater Announces Change in Production Lineup
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2014
The American Century Theater (TACT) wishes to announce a change in its scheduled production lineup for July/August 2014. In place of The American Century Songbook, TACT is thrilled to welcome Helen Hayes Award-winner Brian Childers back to its stages for An Evening with Danny Kaye. This production, to be performed as part of the Robert M. McElwaineReflections series, pays tribute to one of Broadway and Hollywood's greatest showmen - Danny Kaye. Brian Childers becomes Danny Kaye in a way that lets a new generation discover - and an older generation re-visit - a unique performer.
CAT Theatre Presents LEAVING IOWA, Now thru 6/7
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2014
CAT Theatre will present Leaving Iowa, by Spike Manton and Tim Clue today, May 23, 2014 through June 7, 2014. Leaving Iowa is a loving tribute to a more innocent time when nearly every summer included the dreaded family road trip.
Barter's THE WIZARD OF OZ Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2014
There's no place like home, unless that place is Barter Theatre! This summer, Barter presents the gorgeously eye-popping musical 'The Wizard of Oz.' The magic begins tonight, May 17 on Barter's Main Stage.
Summer Registration for Barter Youth Academy Now Open
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
For parents looking for a fun and exciting activity for children, Barter Theatre is pleased to announce that registration is open for Barter Youth Academy's (BYA) 2014 summer theatre workshops. The deadline to register is fast approaching. Not only does Abingdon offer workshops, but earlier this year Barter expanded to include four additional sites: Bristol, Bluff City, Mountain City and Marion.
Abingdon to Launch WIZAD OF OZ Town-Wide Celebration Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2014
A town-wide celebration is happening in Virginia as Abingdon goes to Oz with Barter Theatre! 'The Wizard of Oz' begins Saturday May 17 and local businesses are getting in on the fun with limited time Oz themed products, food and drink!
McLean Kids Series to Close 2013-14 Season at The Alden with THE MAGIC OF HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, 6/7
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 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. on Saturday, June 7. Tickets are $15, $10 for MCC district residents. The Alden is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue, inside the McLean Community Center.
AFA to Present Salute to Wounded Warriors Concert
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2014
The Air Force Association (AFA) invites the public to help honor the nation's wounded warriors by attending the 'Salute to Wounded Warriors' Concert
'MY SON THE WAITER' Offering Free Tickets to Waiters
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2014
To see the serious, yet heartfelt and inspiring show for FREE with one guest, visit www.500waiters.com and click the 'Please start' button. Participants also can win a $100 gift certificate to an area resident if they post a selfie at the Regent to the show's Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/500waiters.
WELCOME BACK TO IVY GAP Begins 5/29 at Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2014
Barter Theatre is gearing up to introduce a rich new comedy that we Southern folk can truly appreciate. The author of 'First Baptist of Ivy Gap' and 'My River, My Valley' brings Barter another warm and hilarious play, 'Welcome Back to Ivy Gap.' It begins May 29 on Barter's Main Stage, and tickets are going fast.
First Off-Broadway National Touring Show Comes to Danville: MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL, 5/16-17
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2014
Menopause The Musical will play at The Historic North Theatre Performing Arts Center for 3 performances, May 16 and 17, 2014. Show time May 16 is at 8:00 PM, and May 17 performances at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM, respectively.
Richmond CenterStage to Host CURTAIN UP! at Carpenter Theatre, 9/14
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2014
Richmond CenterStage today announced Curtains Up!, a one-night-only special event featuring a diverse and exciting collection of local resident companies to be held at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 14 at the historic Carpenter Theatre.
American Century Theater to Present JUDGMENT AT NUREMBERG, 5/30-6/28
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2014
The American Century Theater will present the Abby Mann stage adaptation of his classic film and teleplay, Judgment at Nuremberg, May 30 - June 28, 2014 at Gunston Arts Center, Theatre Two, in Arlington.
First Look: Behind the Scenes of Richmond Triangle Players' Hotly Anticipated CABARET with Chris Hester as the Emcee
by Jeremy Bustin - May 08, 2014
Richmond Triangle Players is bringing its triumphant 21st season to a close with the reinvented and licentious 1990s revival of Kander and Ebb's CABARET, which was staged for Broadway by Sam Mendes (American Beauty) and Rob Marshall (Chicago) and starred Alan Cumming as the Emcee.
BWW Reviews: Cadence Theatre's DETROIT Is Fueled By Talent
by Jeremy Bustin - May 07, 2014
Don't be hoodwinked by the welcome barbeque or neighborly communication. Brick by brick, these products of the American dream are crumbling to the ground in Cadence Theatre's production of Lisa D'Amour's Pulitzer-finalist DETROIT. Cadence's final production of the 2013 - 2014 season, this dark comedy is not afraid to prod at the verity of a deteriorating Suburbia, U.S.A.
Photo Flash: First Look at Swift Creek Mill Theatre's BEYOND THE RAINBOW
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2014
Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents OVER THE RAINBOW, running May 8-June 7 in Colonial Heights, VA.

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