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Richmond's Landmark Theater Renamed Altria Theater; New Marquee Unveiled
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
Richmond's celebrated performing arts venue Landmark Theater was officially renamed Altria Theater on Friday, February 21, 2014 as its new marquee was unveiled.
TheatreLAB to Stage Craig Wright's GRACE as Part of 2014 'Acts of Faith' Festival, 3/22-4/5
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
TheatreLAB is proud to present Craig Wright's Grace, in association with Henley Street Theatre/Richmond Shakespeare, next month as part of the 2014 Acts of Faith Theatre Festival. Grace will be directed by TheatreLAB Artistic Director, Deejay Gray at RVA Event Space, March 22-April 5.
Reston Players to Present XANADU, Begin. 3/7
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2014
Sick of the never-ending winter? Find your leg warmers, grab your roller skates, and travel back in time with the Reston Players to sunny California in the 1980s for their upcoming production of the irreverent frothy musical Xanadu.
Virginia Rep to Present SHREK: THE MUSICAL, 3/14-4/27
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre opens their biggest show in the Children's season, Shrek, The Musical on Friday, March 14 at the Children's Theatre of Virginia at Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive. The show will run through April 27, 2014 and is based on the Academy Award-winning film, Shrek. With book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire and music by Jeanine Tesori, the timeless fairytale of rescued damsel in distress takes many fun and quirky twists as the green and stinky swampland ogre saves Princess Fiona and wins her love. The show lasts about two hours with intermission and is best enjoyed by children and adults alike 5 years and older
STAGE TUBE: Jason Marks Goes Green for Virginia Rep's SHREK: THE MUSICAL
by Diana Heisroth - February 19, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre opens their biggest show in the Children's season, Shrek, The Musical on Friday, March 14 at the Children's Theatre of Virginia at Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive. The show will run through April 27, 2014 and is based on the Academy Award-winning film, Shrek. Scroll down for a video of Virginia Rep's Shrek, Jason Marks, going green for the show!
Virginia Stage Company to Present THE MOUNTAINTOP, Begin. 2/25
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2014
Full of theatrical imagination and captivating emotion, playwright Katori Hall fictionalizes the final hours of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s life in this recent Broadway hit. Virginia Stage Company invites all to join us for this inspirational play about legacy and leadership.
Barter Theatre to Bring I DO, I DO, I DO Comedy to Abingdon, Beg. 2/27
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2014
When it comes to choosing a mate, there's a lot to consider. Luckily for Diana, she's already made that decision, and it's only a month before she says, 'I do.' But all the wedding preparations are thrown into limbo as the events of one crazy day leave her with three potential grooms! Who will she choose, and how? Find out in 'I Do, I Do, I Do,' starting February 27th at Barter Theatre's Main Stage.
Cadence Theatre Company & Virginia Repertory Theatre to Present CLYBOURNE PARK, 2/20-3/15
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2014
Cadence Theatre Company in partnership with Virginia Repertory Theatre presents the Richmond premiere of Bruce Norris' Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play, Clybourne Park. Clybourne Park runs February 20-March 15, 2014 (opens February 22nd) in association with the 10th Annual Acts of Faith Festival, with Acts of Faith post-show discussions Sunday, March 2nd and Sunday, March 9th.
Reston Players Cancel Tonight's Performance of LES MISERABLES
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2014
The Reston Players announced today that they will cancel the planned performance of Les Miserables tonight, Thursday, February 13, due to the pending snow storm. Producer Richard E. Schneider noted that the remaining performances of Les Miserables, scheduled for Friday, February 14 at 8:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 15 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. will go on as planned.
Synetic Theater Hosts Pop-Up Speakeasy Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2014
Synetic Theater will mark an important milestone presenting their 10th 'silent Shakespeare' Adaptation, Twelfth Night, through February 16, 2014. Tickets go on sale Thursday, November 14. Tonight, February 13 at 7pm as the Synetic Lobby will become the Illyria Speakeasy.
Barter Theatre's MAN OF LA MANCHA Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2014
When there is nothing else left, hope still remains. Barter Theatre's epic musical 'Man of La Mancha' is a powerful reminder that we can choose to accept the world as it is, or hope for something better. With gorgeous songs, imaginative sets and unforgettable characters, the musical is the perfect way to kick off Barter's ambitious 2014 season.
18th Annual Virginia Arts Festival Features Lang Lang, the Dance Theatre of Harlem, and More in 2014 Season, Beg. Today
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2014
The Virginia Arts Festival will explore worlds far and near, past and present, real and imagined in its spring 2014 season, with more than 50 performances by world?renowned artists, on stages throughout southeastern Virginia. Fans of music, dance and theater will travel from across the United States and around the world to see performances in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, Williamsburg, Newport News, and James City County.
Synetic Theater Hosts ARLINGTON NIGHT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2014
Synetic Theater will host 'Arlington Night' tonight, February 12. Arlington residents will mingle at a pre-show reception at the Marriott Crystal City, located just above the theater, before taking in the hit show Twelfth Night.
Barter Theatre's MAN OF LA MANCHA Begins 2/13
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2014
When there is nothing else left, hope still remains. Barter Theatre's epic musical 'Man of La Mancha' is a powerful reminder that we can choose to accept the world as it is, or hope for something better. With gorgeous songs, imaginative sets and unforgettable characters, the musical is the perfect way to kick off Barter's ambitious 2014 season.
CAT Theatre Reveals Cast for ENCHANTED APRIL, Running 3/21-4/5
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2014
CAT Theatre continues its 50th Anniversary Season with Enchanted April which runs from March 21 thru April 5, 2014. Enchanted April was chosen by CAT patrons as the show they would most like to see repeated from CAT's 50-year history. 'The Enchanted April' was written by Elizabeth von Arnim and the novel was adapted to the stage by Kane Campbell. The 1991 film version featured Miranda Richardson, Alfred Molina and Joan Plowright.
Ben Rimalower's PATTI ISSUES to Play RTP & HATTheater this Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2014
Carol Piersol and Richmond Triangle Players present PATTI ISSUES by Ben Rimalower, playing at RTP in Scott's Addition March 3 - 11 and at HATTheatre in RVA's Far West End March 20 - April 5, as part of RVA's Acts of Faith Festival. Two-time RTCC Best Actor nominee Billy Christopher Maupin (A BRIGHT NEW BOISE, TWELFTH NIGHT, SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN) stars as Ben Rimalower. Carol Piersol (Founding Artistic Director of the Firehouse Theatre Project, Producer of BREAST IN SHOW, GIDION'S KNOT, and RACE) directs.
BWW Reviews: THE QUALITY OF LIFE Rouses Pure, Heartfelt Emotion in Richmond
by Jeremy Bustin - February 09, 2014
The four veteran performers in Jane Anderson's compelling drama THE QUALITY OF LIFE unpack and deliver such raw emotion that audience members feel as if they are privileged visitors peeking into the lives of four individuals who are struggling with the acceptance of death and loss, rather than spectators of a play.
'CHAD DEITY' Opens Tonight at Firehouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2014
Firehouse Theatre Project combines faith and professional wrestling in its next installment of its 20th Season Anniversary, The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity, by Kristoffer Diaz. Directed by Kerry McGee (Any Given Monday) and a proud participant of Richmond's annual Acts of Faith festival, this balls-out dramatic comedy will play 15 performances, February 6 - March 8. Opening Night is tonight, February 7th.
Barter Theatre to Host 14th Annual Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights, 7/7-14; Submission Deadline 3/3
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2014
Barter Theatre's 14th Annual Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights (AFPP) will take place July 7th through July 14th, 2014. Submissions of new Appalachian-themed plays or plays by an Appalachian author may be submitted until March 3rd, 2014, for possible inclusion in the festival.
Barter Theatre's Bob's at Barter to Open on Valentine's Day
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2014
Barter Theatre announces the February 14th Grand Opening of its new dining experience 'Bob's at Barter,' located at Barter Stage II. The dining space opens just in time to serve patrons coming to 'Man of La Mancha' the thrilling, theatrical musical beginning at Barter's Main Stage.
Synetic Theater to Remount HAMLET, 3/13-4/6
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2014
In March Synetic Theater will remount their original 'silent Shakespeare' production, the multiple Helen Hayes Award-Winning Hamlet...the rest is silence.
Synetic Theater to Host ARLINGTON NIGHT, 2/12
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2014
Synetic Theater will host 'Arlington Night' on Wednesday, February 12. Arlington residents will mingle at a pre-show reception at the Marriott Crystal City, located just above the theater, before taking in the hit show Twelfth Night.
BWW Reviews: OLYMPUS ON MY MIND Delights Richmond
by Jeremy Bustin - February 02, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre's third iteration of OLYMPUS ON MY MIND musters belly laughs and proves that enjoyable musical theatre doesn't have to be elaborate.
Virginia Rep Honors Pat Carroll at Second Annual Anything Goes Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the second annual Anything Goes Gala tonight, February 1, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Hotel, 101 West Franklin Street.

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