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URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL To Open At Four County Players
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
Don't miss the highly-anticipated and thought-provoking satire, URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL, opening at Four County Players. Get all the details on dates, tickets, and the talented cast in this article.
An Evening with Yolanda Rabun Comes to the Virginia Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2023
The show, which features the star of last year’s highly acclaimed one-woman show No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone, will see the powerhouse performer taking VTF audiences on a genre-hopping musical journey in which Rabun and her talented band will offer a setlist spanning genres from jazz to blues to musical theatre, folk, country, and beyond.
STRANGER THINGS Trivia at Atlas Brew Works Ivy City to Be Held in August
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2023
The Capital City Showcase, the company that brings you some of the DC area's best events, is having a special edition of Thursday Night Trivia at Atlas Brew Works Ivy City all about Stranger Things on Thursday, August 3rd at 7:00pm!
Roanoke's Rising Stars Take the Stage in MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Mill Mountain Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Roanoke's brightest stars take the stage in 'Matilda the Musical' at Mill Mountain Theatre. Don't miss your chance to witness the magic of this award-winning show, which has taken both London's West End and Broadway by storm.
DIAL M FOR MURDER Comes to Virginia Stage Company in 2024
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2023
Virginia Stage Company will present Dial M for Murder by Frederick Knott next year.  This production will run at the Wells Theatre in Downtown Norfolk from January 24 - February 11, 2024 as part of the 45th Season.
Traveling Players Presents ROMEO & JULIET
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Traveling Players presents William Shakespeare's tale of star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet.  The play will tour from July 27 – August 2. 
The City Of Fairfax Theatre Company Presents BIG FISH
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company is bringing the awe-inspiring Broadway musical, Big Fish, based on the Tim Burton movie, to the stage at Katherine Johnson Middle School July 21-29. The musical was written by John August with music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. It premiered on Broadway in 2013 and features larger-than-life characters, production numbers, special effects, and performances.
SHITZPROBE The Improvised Broadway Musical to Take Center Stage at the Yoder Barn This Week
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2023
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of spontaneous musical theater in Newport News! Shitzprobe: The Improvised Broadway Musical takes the stage at the Yoder Barn.
Collard & Rosenblatt to Workshop New Musical ROSE at New Musicals Lab
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2023
Queer musical theatre writing team, Elspeth Collard and Sam Rosenblatt, return to the New Musicals Lab at the Ferguson Center for the Arts for their third consecutive year.
Parker McCollum, Jackson Dean and Catie Offerman Will Play at K95 Countryfest
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2023
K95 Countryfest returns to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours on Friday, September 22, 2023 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia. Parker McCollum will headline the show with special guests Jackson Dean and Catie Offerman.
Virginia Theatre Festival To Present Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2023
​​​​​​​The Virginia Theatre Festival, the professional summer theatre at the University of Virginia, will present a love story for the ages with Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise, opening July 21 at the Helms Theatre.
The Secular Society Makes an Investment in the Future of Virginia Children's Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2023
The Secular Society believes that the show must go on at Virginia Children’s Theatre! The commonwealth’s only professional theatre solely dedicated to youth, schools and their families is pleased to announce that The Secular Society is investing in the future of VCT. The Secular Society is providing matching funds for VCT’s “The Show Must Go On” fundraiser.
MATILDA: THE MUSICAL to be Presented by Mill Mountain Theatre This Summer
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023
Every once in a while there's something extraordinary. To change the world all it takes is a little genius. This summer, Mill Mountain Theatre will present Roald Dahl's 'Matilda the Musical!'
Walker Hayes Will Perform at Atlantic Union Bank After Hours in August
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2023
Walker Hayes is coming to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours on Friday, August 25, 2023 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 30, 2023 at 10:00 AM. A limited number of Early Bird General Admission tickets will be available for $26 until July 6th while supplies last.
1st Stage Reveals the 2023 Logan Festival of Solo Performance Line-up
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2023
The annual Logan Festival of Solo Performance, presented with generous support from the Revada Foundation, will run at 1st Stage from July 13-23, 2023. This innovative festival will gather celebrated solo performers from across the country for two-weeks of performances, workshops, discussions, and events. The main stage festival schedule features:
Photos: First Look At SOUND OF THE GUNS At Firehouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
Firehouse Theatre has released production photos from SOUND OF THE GUNS -- a new musical/concert experience by Jim O'Ferrell. SOUND OF THE GUNS begins a limited run of ten performances at Firehouse Theatre in Richmond, VA on Thursday June 22 through Friday July 14, 2023.
Atlantic Union Bank After Hours Adds Dustin Lynch To 2023 Concert Season
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2023
Dustin Lynch is coming to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM. A limited number of Early Bird General Admission tickets will be available for $26 until June 29th while supplies last.
CABARET Comes to Virginia Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2023
The Virginia Theatre Festival is getting ready to take audiences inside the doors and behind the scenes of the famed Kit Kat Club with its season-opening production of Cabaret, opening July 7 at the Culbreth Theatre.
1st Stage Extends THE LAST MATCH through July 2
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2023
Played out under the bright lights of the U.S. Open Semifinals, The Last Match pits rising Russian star, Sergei Sergeyev against American great, Tim Porter in an epic showdown that follows two tennis titans through pivotal moments in their lives both on-and-off the court. This deep and intimate exploration of humanity and motivation serves as a perfect parallel to the back-and-forth play of life’s wins and losses.
The Black Crowes Will Play Atlantic Union Bank After Hours in September
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
The Black Crowes  are coming to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours on Friday, September 8, 2023 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia.
Signature Theatre Announces Cast For SOUL DIVAS Reprise Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2023
Signature Theatre announces that Signature favorites Awa Sal Secka (Gun and Powder, Blackbeard) and Shayla S. Simmons (After Midnight, Dreamgirls) will perform in Soul Divas Reprise, inspired by the sold-out cabaret from 2019 dedicated to the music of acclaimed musical divas from Aretha to Whitney to Tina. The cabaret will be music directed by Mark G. Meadows, Signature's Director of Cabarets. Soul Divas Reprise runs June 27 – July 9 in Signature's ARK Theatre.
BEATLESFEST Returns To Spire Center For Performing Arts, June 17
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2023
BEATLESFEST 2023 returns to the Spire Center for Performing Arts downtown Plymouth, MA Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 6:00 PM-10:30PM.
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL: Teen Edition to Open At Live Arts in July
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2023
The Live Arts Teen Summer Musical returns with a darkly funny and slyly subversive musical for summer 2023! HEATHERS THE MUSICAL: Teen Edition is written and composed by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O'Keefe, based on the 1980s cult classic film.
Virginia Children's Theatre Announces Emergency Fundraising Campaign
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2023
Virginia Children's Theatre (VCT) - the commonwealth's only professional theatre solely dedicated to youth, schools and their families - announces today the immediate need for an emergency fundraising campaign.
Mill Mountain Theatre Receives $15,000 Shubert Grant
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2023
Mill Mountain Theatre is celebrating a significant achievement by securing a $15,000 grant from the renowned Shubert Foundation. After an 18-year pursuit, this accomplishment highlights Mill Mountain Theatre's artistic impact on the stage of opportunity.

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