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STAGE TUBE: Inside Look at Barter Theatre's LEGALLY BLONDE!
by Stage Tube - June 12, 2012
Get ready for a feel-good musical sensation with Barter Theatre's Legally Blonde. Elle Woods, the beautiful blonde with a brain, sets out to prove to everyone that being true to yourself never goes out of style. Ellie Mooney (Elle Woods) and Director Richard Rose take some time out of rehearsal to share the excitement, some high-energy choreography, the contemporary pop score and most importantly, the timeless message of Legally Blonde: The Musical.
David Gonzalez's THE FROG BRIDE Comes to the Alden in McLean Tonight, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2012
An updated version of a classic Russian tale that incorporates poetry, artistry and a moving jazz score makes "The Frog Bride" with David Gonzalez a must see. The Alden in McLean presents the show for one night only, tonight, June 9, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20, $15 for McLean tax district residents. The theatre is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue.
Richmond CenterStage's 'Single in the City' Raises Over $40,000
by Kelsey Denette - June 05, 2012
Richmond CenterStage today announced the successful fundraising numbers of the inaugural "Single in the City Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction," presented by bravo!, Young Professionals for Richmond CenterStage.
Shenan Arts Holds Auditions for A FEW GOOD MEN, 6/2-3
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2012
Shenan Arts at the nTelos Theatre announces auditions for its production of a A Few Good Men, written by Aaron Sorkin and directed by Michael Conner. Performance dates are September 14-16 & 21-23, with Dinner Theatre on Sept 15 & 23.
VSC and Nauticus Present SWING TIME SALUTE, Now thru 7/8
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2012
For six weeks this summer, SWINGTIME SALUTE, An On-Deck Revue will re-create a touring variety show on deck of the Battleship Wisconsin in an evening of star-lit entertainment. SWINGTIME SALUTE performances will be held Thursday through Sunday evenings at 8:00 pm from tonight, May 31 through July 8.
Jane Krakowski, Harlem Renaissance Orchestra Headline Festival Williamsburg Tonight, 5/27
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2012
Tonight, '30 Rock' star and Tony-award winning actress Jane Krakowski will bring Broadway to Colonial Williamsburg. Headlining the annual Festival Williamsburg, Krakowski, whose performance as actress Jenna Maroney on NBC's '30 Rock' earned her an Emmy nomination, will go back to her stage roots with an evening of cabaret in the Virginia Room at The Williamsburg Lodge tonight, May 27.
Firehouse Theatre Project Extends DESSA ROSE thru 6/10
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2012
After a number of sold out performances, Dessa Rose, the inaugural collaboration between Firehouse Theatre Project and Richmond CenterStage will be extending until June 10. Extension weekend performances will take place on June 7, 8, and 9 at 8pm and June 10 at 4pm.
Barksdale Theatre and Theatre IV Merge to Form Virginia Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2012
Barksdale Theatre and Theatre IV announce that the two nonprofit theaters will formally merge effective July 1, 2012 under a new name - Virginia Repertory Theatre (Virginia Rep). With a budget exceeding $5 million, four distinct venues, and an annual audience over 550,000, Virginia Rep will become the largest professional theater and one of the largest performing arts organizations in Central Virginia along with the Richmond Ballet, Richmond Symphony, and the Virginia Opera. Barksdale and Theatre IV celebrated the announcement and the unveiling of the new Virginia Rep sign today, May 20, at the November Theatre (formerly the Empire Theatre) at 114 West Broad Street at 4:00 p.m. after the closing of Seussical, thelast mainstage children's production under the Theatre IV name. Virginia Rep will transition into the new organization between now and July 1.
Presbury Theatrical Training Program Presents THE FROG PRINCE and 'ARLECCHINO', 5/18-19
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2012
The Presbury Theatrical Training Program presents THE FROG PRINCE and ARLECCHINO AND THE CITY OF LOVE tonight May 18th and tomorrow, May 19th.
David Gonzalez's THE FROG BRIDE Comes to the Alden in McLean, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2012
An updated version of a classic Russian tale that incorporates poetry, artistry and a moving jazz score makes "The Frog Bride" with David Gonzalez a must see. The Alden in McLean presents the show for one night only, on Saturday, June 9, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20, $15 for McLean tax district residents. The theatre is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue.
Riverdance to Perform Final U.S. Engagement at Wolf Trap, 6/15-17
by Kelsey Denette - May 17, 2012
The producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, has announced that the United States/North American touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will play its final performances Friday, June 15 through Sunday, June 17, 2012 at WolfTrap National Park for the Performing Arts in Vienna, VA.
Shenan Arts Holds Auditions for A FEW GOOD MEN, 6/2-3
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2012
Shenan Arts at the nTelos Theatre announces auditions for its production of a A Few Good Men, written by Aaron Sorkin and directed by Michael Conner. Performance dates are September 14-16 & 21-23, with Dinner Theatre on Sept 15 & 23.
Presbury Theatrical Training Program Presents THE FROG PRINCE and 'ARLECCHINO', 5/18-19
by Max Schwager - May 14, 2012
The Presbury Theatrical Training Program presents THE FROG PRINCE and ARLECCHINO AND THE CITY OF LOVE on May 18th & 19th.
Wolf Trap to Include Demi Lovato, Lyle Lovett, et al. in Summer Season
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2012
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces its entire 2012 Summer season, featuring 92 performances at the majestic Filene Center amphitheater, nine evenings of opera at The Barns at Wolf Trap, and 34 performances in 108 days at Wolf Trap's Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods.
MetroStage Presents Steven Dietz' LONELY PLANET, Now thru 6/17
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2012
Producing Artistic Director Carolyn Griffin previously announced the final play of the season, Lonely Planet, by Steven Dietz, in performance from tonight, May 10 through June 17, 2012. (Note that this replaces the play that was originally announced for this time slot, Playing Sinatra). Dietz is one of the most prolific, versatile and widely produced playwrights in the country. Lonely Planet was written in 1994 and is considered a second generation AIDS play although the disease is never named. Dietz uses his obsession with maps and his connection with Ionesco's The Chairs to write a play about friendship in the dawn of the AIDS crisis. The play won the PEN-USA Award for Drama.
Firehouse Theatre Project Holds A BRIGHT NEW BOISE Auditions, 5/6-7
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2012
The Firehouse Theatre Project has announced auditions for A Bright New Boise, by Samuel D. Hunter, running Sept. 20 - Oct. 13, directed by Morrie Piersol. Auditions will take place today May 6 and tomorrow, May 7 from 7-10pm at Firehouse Theatre Project.
Firehouse Theatre Project Presents DESSA ROSE Tonight, 5/4
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2012
Dessa Rose, featuring Stacey Cabaj as Ruth, by Lynn Ahrens with music by Stephen Flaherty, is presented in a co-production with Firehouse Theatre Project and Richmond CenterStage. The show features music direction by Leilani Giles, choreography by Karen Getz and is directed by Richard M. Parison, Jr. It runs tonight, May 4 through June 3, 2012, Thurs.-Sat. at 8pm, Wed. May 23 at 2pm, and Sun. May 6, 13, 20, and June 3 at 4pm.
MetroStage Presents Steven Dietz' LONELY PLANET, 5/10-6/17
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2012
Producing Artistic Director Carolyn Griffin has announced that the final play of the season, Lonely Planet, by Steven Dietz, will be in performance May 10-June 17, 2012. (Note that this replaces the play that was originally announced for this time slot, Playing Sinatra). Dietz is one of the most prolific, versatile and widely produced playwrights in the country. Lonely Planet was written in 1994 and is considered a second generation AIDS play although the disease is never named. Dietz uses his obsession with maps and his connection with Ionesco's The Chairs to write a play about friendship in the dawn of the AIDS crisis. The play won the PEN-USA Award for Drama.
SPARC's LIVE ART Tickets Now On Sale
by Kelsey Denette - May 02, 2012
SPARC has announced that tickets for LIVE ART have now gone on sale. The tickets can be purchased at www.sparconline.org/liveart. Tickets start at $35, for general admission.
Wolf Trap Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods 2012 Season Announced
by Kelsey Denette - May 01, 2012
Wolf Trap Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods 2012 season is now on-sale featuring a diverse array of performance genres including kindie rock, Latin, Afro-Caribbean, country, folk, jazz, bluegrass, and pop-rock, as well as Irish dance, ballet, puppetry, and musical theatre.
Virginia's ShenanArts Holds LEGALLY BLONDE Auditions, 4/28-29
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2012
ShenanArts at the nTelos Theatre is holding auditions for its production of Legally Blonde, April 29 and 29, 1 to 4 p.m., for ages high school and up.
The Hurrah Players Present ANCHORS AWAY!, 5/18-20 & 6/8-10
by Kelsey Denette - April 27, 2012
In honor of OpSail 2012, The Hurrah Players will present Anchors Away! Described as 'a musical salute to our military and the most nautical performances from stage and screen, the whole family is welcome aboard our patriotic odyssey of song and dance!'
Theatre IV Presents SEUSSICAL, Now thru 5/20
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2012
Theatre IV announces the return of Seussical the musical, to the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, running tonight, April 27 through Sunday, May 20, 2012. Based on the work of Dr. Seuss with music and lyrics by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this production offers a new generation of kids the timeless story of friendship and community. Director, Chase Kniffen, calls Seussical, "the perfect family musical that will both touch and entertain all ages, from four to four hundred." Seussical is one of several Theatre IV offerings in the Minds Wide Open: Virginia Celebrates Children and the Arts initiative.
Firehouse Theatre Project Presents DESSA ROSE, 5/4; A BRIGHT NEW BOISE Auditions, 5/6-7
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2012
DESSA ROSE, featuring Stacey Cabaj as Ruth, by Lynn Ahrens with music by Stephen Flaherty, will be presented in a co-production with Firehouse Theatre Project and Richmond CenterStage. The show features music direction by Leilani Giles, choreography by Karen Getz and is directed by Richard M. Parison, Jr. It runs May 4 - June 3, 2012, Thurs.-Sat. at 8pm, Wed. May 23 at 2pm, and Sun. May 6, 13, 20, and June 3 at 4pm.
Richmond CenterStage and the Firehouse Theatre Project Present DESSA ROSE, 5/2-6/3
by Kelsey Denette - April 19, 2012
The Firehouse Theatre Project and Richmond CenterStage present the Civil War-Era musical Dessa Rose May 2 - June 3, 2012. Dessa Rose will be performed at the Firehouse Theatre and comes during Virginia's commemoration of the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War and Emancipation.

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