Synetic Theater Will Transform into Illyria Speakeasy for Pre-Valentine's Party, 2/13
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2014
Synetic Theater transforms into the Illyria Speakeasy for a special pre-show event on Thursday February 13 at 7pm. Guests will pick up their tickets and give a bouncer the password to enter Illyria, a 1920s-style speakeasy! Music and decor from the era will set the mood and a guest mixologist will keep the signature cocktails flowing at an open bar. At 8pm, guests will head into the theater to take in the 1920s-set Twelfth Night. Costumes are highly encouraged! Tickets for this event are $45-$60 and can be purchased at www.synetictheater.org or 866.811.4111. A romantic comedy perfect for Valentine's Day, Synetic Theater will also have regularly scheduled performances all Valentine's Weekend!
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2014
Synetic Theater transforms into the Illyria Speakeasy for a special pre-show event on Thursday February 13 at 7pm. Guests will pick up their tickets and give a bouncer the password to enter Illyria, a 1920s-style speakeasy! Music and decor from the era will set the mood and a guest mixologist will keep the signature cocktails flowing at an open bar. At 8pm, guests will head into the theater to take in the 1920s-set Twelfth Night. Costumes are highly encouraged! Tickets for this event are $45-$60 and can be purchased at www.synetictheater.org or 866.811.4111. A romantic comedy perfect for Valentine's Day, Synetic Theater will also have regularly scheduled performances all Valentine's Weekend!
Elska's MIDDLE OF NOWHERE Set for The Alden in McLean, 2/1
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Children can take a musical journey onto an amazing Artic island through the music and multimedia performance, Elska "Middle of Nowhere," which will be presented at The Alden in McLean at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1. Tickets are $15, $10 for McLean district residents. The theatre is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue inside the McLean Community Center.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Children can take a musical journey onto an amazing Artic island through the music and multimedia performance, Elska "Middle of Nowhere," which will be presented at The Alden in McLean at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1. Tickets are $15, $10 for McLean district residents. The theatre is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue inside the McLean Community Center.
Stewart Copeland to Debut BEN HUR Score at Virginia Arts Festival, 4/19
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
In April, audiences will share a thrilling Festival-commissioned world premiere-another coup in Virginia Arts Festival's rich history of "see-it-here-first" performances. Stewart Copeland-famed drummer for the iconic 80's rock band The Police-will debut his new score for the epic 1925 silent film Ben-Hur. One of Rolling Stone's greatest drummers of all time, Copeland is also an accomplished composer who has written for orchestra, ballet and film (including Francis Ford Coppola's Rumble Fish and Oliver Stone's Wall Street).
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
In April, audiences will share a thrilling Festival-commissioned world premiere-another coup in Virginia Arts Festival's rich history of "see-it-here-first" performances. Stewart Copeland-famed drummer for the iconic 80's rock band The Police-will debut his new score for the epic 1925 silent film Ben-Hur. One of Rolling Stone's greatest drummers of all time, Copeland is also an accomplished composer who has written for orchestra, ballet and film (including Francis Ford Coppola's Rumble Fish and Oliver Stone's Wall Street).
Synetic Theater Adds Additional February TWELFTH NIGHT Performances
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Responding to audience demand, Synetic Theater has added two performances to the run of their 10th 'silent Shakespeare' Adaptation, Twelfth Night, January 9 - February 16, 2014. Regular performances are Wednesday through Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm. The two additional Saturday performances will take place on February 8 and 15 at 2 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014
Responding to audience demand, Synetic Theater has added two performances to the run of their 10th 'silent Shakespeare' Adaptation, Twelfth Night, January 9 - February 16, 2014. Regular performances are Wednesday through Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 2pm. The two additional Saturday performances will take place on February 8 and 15 at 2 p.m.
Barter Theatre's DON'T CRY FOR ME, MARGARET MITCHELL to Open 1/31
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2014
Barter Theatre opens its 2014 Season next week with a comedy that goes behind the scenes of one of the greatest movies of all time. 'Don't Cry for Me, Margaret Mitchell' is the true story of how three sleep-deprived men (and one very overworked secretary) had just seven days to save the movie "Gone With the Wind." Can they rewrite an entire movie script in one week - before they all go bananas?
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2014
Barter Theatre opens its 2014 Season next week with a comedy that goes behind the scenes of one of the greatest movies of all time. 'Don't Cry for Me, Margaret Mitchell' is the true story of how three sleep-deprived men (and one very overworked secretary) had just seven days to save the movie "Gone With the Wind." Can they rewrite an entire movie script in one week - before they all go bananas?
ESFI & National Theatre for Children to Bring Fire, Electrical Safety to the Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) and The National Theatre for Children (NTC) today announced a partnership that will bring fire and electrical safety messages to the center stage with live performances at 60 elementary schools across the United States.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) and The National Theatre for Children (NTC) today announced a partnership that will bring fire and electrical safety messages to the center stage with live performances at 60 elementary schools across the United States.
Broadway's Andrea Rivette to Perform at Firehouse, 2/9
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
Firehouse Theatre Project once again brings Broadway to Richmond with a one night only performance by Richmond Theatre Critics Circle (RTCC) Award winner Andrea Rivette, Sunday, February 9th at 8pm. Featuring RTCC Award winner - and her costar from Cadence Theatre's Next to Normal - Terence Sullivan, the evening will include hits Cabaret, I Dreamed a Dream, Gimme Gimme, I Miss the Mountains, Someone Like You and more Broadway favorites. Tickets are $15-$25 and can be purchased in advance by visiting firehousetheatre.org or calling 804-355-2001.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
Firehouse Theatre Project once again brings Broadway to Richmond with a one night only performance by Richmond Theatre Critics Circle (RTCC) Award winner Andrea Rivette, Sunday, February 9th at 8pm. Featuring RTCC Award winner - and her costar from Cadence Theatre's Next to Normal - Terence Sullivan, the evening will include hits Cabaret, I Dreamed a Dream, Gimme Gimme, I Miss the Mountains, Someone Like You and more Broadway favorites. Tickets are $15-$25 and can be purchased in advance by visiting firehousetheatre.org or calling 804-355-2001.
The 18th Annual Virginia Arts Festival to Feature Lang Lang, the Dance Theatre of Harlem, and More in 2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 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.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 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.
Virginia Rep's TARTUFFE to Open 2/13
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Molie?re's clever comedy, Tartuffe, at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street on Friday, February 14 with a preview on Thursday, February 13. The show runs through March 9, 2014. This year marks the 350th anniversary of the first production of this world classic in 1664. Molie?re, often considered the first great playwright of the Enlightenment, used his growing play audience and Tartuffe to exploit the hypocrisy of the church leaders who at the time controlled 20% of the French economy. After debuting for King Louis XIV at Versailles, Tartuffe was banned for six years on the demand of the clergy. The story of Tartuffe, a religious hypocrite, who uses his connections to swindle his generous host, Orgon, out of his wealth, home and wife, has long been considered a comic masterpiece. This production of Tartuffe is part of the Acts of Faith Theatre Festival.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Molie?re's clever comedy, Tartuffe, at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street on Friday, February 14 with a preview on Thursday, February 13. The show runs through March 9, 2014. This year marks the 350th anniversary of the first production of this world classic in 1664. Molie?re, often considered the first great playwright of the Enlightenment, used his growing play audience and Tartuffe to exploit the hypocrisy of the church leaders who at the time controlled 20% of the French economy. After debuting for King Louis XIV at Versailles, Tartuffe was banned for six years on the demand of the clergy. The story of Tartuffe, a religious hypocrite, who uses his connections to swindle his generous host, Orgon, out of his wealth, home and wife, has long been considered a comic masterpiece. This production of Tartuffe is part of the Acts of Faith Theatre Festival.
Reston Players Extends LES MISERABLES Through 2/15
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
Reston Players has announced that its current production of Les Miserables, which is currently playing to rave reviews at Reston CenterStage, has been extended until February 15.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2014
Reston Players has announced that its current production of Les Miserables, which is currently playing to rave reviews at Reston CenterStage, has been extended until February 15.
Virginia Stage Company Presents THE HONKY TONK ANGELS, Now thru 2/9
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2014
From the author of Always Patsy Cline comes a wild ride of a show guaranteed to make you stand up and cheer and dance in your seats! Virginia Stage Company invites all to join us for this raucous musical that will blow the roof off the Wells!
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2014
From the author of Always Patsy Cline comes a wild ride of a show guaranteed to make you stand up and cheer and dance in your seats! Virginia Stage Company invites all to join us for this raucous musical that will blow the roof off the Wells!
Virginia Rep to Present OLYMPUS ON MY MIND, 1/31-3/16
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Olympus on My Mind on Friday, January 31 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. The show runs through Sunday, March 16. This contemporary musical comedy retells the Greek Amphitryon legend where Jupiter comes to Earth in human form to woo beautiful Alcmene, wife of Amphitryon. Jupiter appears to her in the body of her absent husband and quickly wins her love. Things go swimmingly until the real Amphitryon returns from war. This production is one part of the Acts of Faith Festival. First produced Off- Broadway in 1986, the book and lyrics are by Barry Harman with music by Grant Sturiale. Olympus on My Mind won an Outer Critics Award for Best Lyrics and received three Drama Desk nominations.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Olympus on My Mind on Friday, January 31 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. The show runs through Sunday, March 16. This contemporary musical comedy retells the Greek Amphitryon legend where Jupiter comes to Earth in human form to woo beautiful Alcmene, wife of Amphitryon. Jupiter appears to her in the body of her absent husband and quickly wins her love. Things go swimmingly until the real Amphitryon returns from war. This production is one part of the Acts of Faith Festival. First produced Off- Broadway in 1986, the book and lyrics are by Barry Harman with music by Grant Sturiale. Olympus on My Mind won an Outer Critics Award for Best Lyrics and received three Drama Desk nominations.
'CHAD DEITY' to Open 2/7 at Firehouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 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 Friday, February 7th.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 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 Friday, February 7th.
Andrew Young Is Featured Speaker at MLK Day Celebration in McLean Today
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
In observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, The Alden at the McLean Community Center is proud to present Ambassador Andrew Young: 'A Continuing Legacy,' at 8 p.m. today, Jan. 17.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2014
In observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, The Alden at the McLean Community Center is proud to present Ambassador Andrew Young: 'A Continuing Legacy,' at 8 p.m. today, Jan. 17.
MAN OF LA MANCHA, THE WIZARD OF OZ & More Set for Barter Theatre's 2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014
This year Barter Theatre welcomes audiences for a season filled with stories of hope and connection, those that illuminate truths about the world and those that show the world as it could be. "Even the harshest moments of reality can give us hope and show us that we have the capacity to laugh at ourselves, to change, and to do better by our fellow travelers," said Richard Rose, Producing Artistic Director at Barter. "We believe that the stories we tell can change the world." It all begins January 31st.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014
This year Barter Theatre welcomes audiences for a season filled with stories of hope and connection, those that illuminate truths about the world and those that show the world as it could be. "Even the harshest moments of reality can give us hope and show us that we have the capacity to laugh at ourselves, to change, and to do better by our fellow travelers," said Richard Rose, Producing Artistic Director at Barter. "We believe that the stories we tell can change the world." It all begins January 31st.
Steven Fales Debuts MORMON BOY TRILOGY Tonight in Richmond
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014
Steven Fales - the author and star of the hit solo shows CONFESSIONS OF A MORMON BOY, MISSIONARY POSITION and PRODIGAL DAD - will perform all three plays in rep for the first time ever in a production titled MORMON BOY TRILOGY from today, January 16 to February 9 at the Richmond Triangle Players in Richmond, VA.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2014
Steven Fales - the author and star of the hit solo shows CONFESSIONS OF A MORMON BOY, MISSIONARY POSITION and PRODIGAL DAD - will perform all three plays in rep for the first time ever in a production titled MORMON BOY TRILOGY from today, January 16 to February 9 at the Richmond Triangle Players in Richmond, VA.
Virginia Musical Theatre to Stage CHILDREN OF EDEN, 2/28-3/2
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2014
Virginia Musical Theatre, the Commonwealth's professional musical theatre, announces a one-weekend engagement of Children of Eden by Stephen Schwartz and John Caird.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2014
Virginia Musical Theatre, the Commonwealth's professional musical theatre, announces a one-weekend engagement of Children of Eden by Stephen Schwartz and John Caird.
Barter Youth Academy Expands into Abingdon Bristol, Bluff City, Mountain City & Marion
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2014
Parents who have budding stage stars in their households who are itching to get up on stage and hone their acting skills, take note: registration is now open for the Barter Youth Academy's 2014 theatre workshops, which have expanded this year to include five sites, Abingdon, Bristol, Bluff City, Mountain City and Marion.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2014
Parents who have budding stage stars in their households who are itching to get up on stage and hone their acting skills, take note: registration is now open for the Barter Youth Academy's 2014 theatre workshops, which have expanded this year to include five sites, Abingdon, Bristol, Bluff City, Mountain City and Marion.
LES MISERABLES Opens this Week at Reston CenterStage
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2014
A number of lifelong dreams will come true this Friday night as the Reston Players open the Tony-award winning Les Miserables.
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2014
A number of lifelong dreams will come true this Friday night as the Reston Players open the Tony-award winning Les Miserables.
BANG THE DRUM SLOWLY Kicks Off the New Year at American Century Theater Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
The American Century Theater begins the new year with its production of Bang the Drum Slowly by Mark Harris and adapted for the stage by Eric Simonson. Ellen Dempsey directs.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2014
The American Century Theater begins the new year with its production of Bang the Drum Slowly by Mark Harris and adapted for the stage by Eric Simonson. Ellen Dempsey directs.
Virginia Stage Company to Present THE HONKY TONK ANGELS, 1/21-2/9
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2014
From the author of Always Patsy Cline comes a wild ride of a show guaranteed to make you stand up and cheer and dance in your seats! Virginia Stage Company invites all to join us for this raucous musical that will blow the roof off the Wells!
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2014
From the author of Always Patsy Cline comes a wild ride of a show guaranteed to make you stand up and cheer and dance in your seats! Virginia Stage Company invites all to join us for this raucous musical that will blow the roof off the Wells!
Disney's ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR and URINETOWN Set for SPARC in 2014
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2014
SPARC, The School of Performing Arts in the Richmond Community is producing two shows this spring, 'Disney's Alice in Wonderland, Jr,' in May and 'Urinetown' in March.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2014
SPARC, The School of Performing Arts in the Richmond Community is producing two shows this spring, 'Disney's Alice in Wonderland, Jr,' in May and 'Urinetown' in March.
Virginia Rep to Honor Pat Carroll at Second Annual Anything Goes Gala, 2/1
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the second annual Anything Goes Gala on Saturday, February 1, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Hotel, 101 West Franklin Street. The gala will raise important funds for Virginia Rep and highlight professional theatre in Central Virginia. The black tie fundraiser will include cocktails in the Rotunda and dinner in the Main Ball Room, silent and live auctions, and featured entertainment from Scott Wichmann (Say Goodnight Gracie, The Producers, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), Stacey Cabaj (My Fair Lady, Sound of Music) and straight from Broadway as the lead role in the revival of Annie, Taylor Richardson. Taylor used to live in Richmond and played Susan Waverly in Virginia Rep's production of White Christmas.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the second annual Anything Goes Gala on Saturday, February 1, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Hotel, 101 West Franklin Street. The gala will raise important funds for Virginia Rep and highlight professional theatre in Central Virginia. The black tie fundraiser will include cocktails in the Rotunda and dinner in the Main Ball Room, silent and live auctions, and featured entertainment from Scott Wichmann (Say Goodnight Gracie, The Producers, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), Stacey Cabaj (My Fair Lady, Sound of Music) and straight from Broadway as the lead role in the revival of Annie, Taylor Richardson. Taylor used to live in Richmond and played Susan Waverly in Virginia Rep's production of White Christmas.
BANG THE DRUM SLOWLY to Kick Off the New Year at American Century Theater, 1/10-2/1
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2014
The American Century Theater begins the new year with its production of Bang the Drum Slowly by Mark Harris and adapted for the stage by Eric Simonson. Ellen Dempsey directs.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2014
The American Century Theater begins the new year with its production of Bang the Drum Slowly by Mark Harris and adapted for the stage by Eric Simonson. Ellen Dempsey directs.
Firehouse Theatre Project Announces Cast & Creative Team for THE ELABORATE ENTRANCE OF CHAD DEITY
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2014
Body Slam, power drive, BAMM! Firehouse Theatre Project has announced the larger-than-life cast and creative team behind its next installment of its 20th Anniversary Season, The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity, by Kristoffer Diaz. Directed by Kerry McGee and 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 Friday, February 7th.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2014
Body Slam, power drive, BAMM! Firehouse Theatre Project has announced the larger-than-life cast and creative team behind its next installment of its 20th Anniversary Season, The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity, by Kristoffer Diaz. Directed by Kerry McGee and 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 Friday, February 7th.
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