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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.
Virginia Theatre Festival Announces Full Cast And Creative Team For Season-Opening Production Of CABARET
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2023
The Virginia Theatre Festival has announced the full cast and creative team for its season-opening production of Cabaret.
World Premiere Musical/Concert Experience SOUND OF THE GUNS Comes to Firehouse
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2023
Firehouse Theatre has announced the performance schedule and creative team for SOUND OF THE GUNS -- a world premiere musical/concert experience written by Jim O'Ferrell with his band The J.O.B. The title of this unique concert production comes from a military saying that if you get lost on the battlefield you should move toward the sound of the guns.
ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE Comes to Virginia Beach This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2023
The Little Theatre of Virginia Beach is thrilled to announce its next production, Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville, a musical comedy featuring the timeless hits of American popstar Jimmy Buffett.  Audiences in Virginia Beach will have the opportunity to experience the ultimate summer getaway as the show runs from July 14 through August 6 at the Little Theatre of Virginia Beach.
Kell Bailey Releases New Album 'EVIDENCE'
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2023
Gospel music artist Kell Bailey released his highly anticipated album 'Evidence' on May 26th. The album showcases Kell's versatility as a producer, singer, and songwriter, and is a testament to his passion for the Gospel.
Willie Nelson and Family Will Perform at Atlantic Union Bank After Hours in August
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2023
Willie Nelson & Family are coming to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia.
POTUS, 9 TO 5, and More Set For Virginia Repertory Theatre's 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2023
Virginia Repertory Theatre has announced the musicals, plays and special presentations for its 2023-2024 Signature Season at the November Theatre downtown, the Barksdale Season at Hanover Tavern, the Children’s Season at the Virginia Rep Center for Arts and Education as well as the Theatre Gym studio space.
MADAM LUCY, DECEASED A New Musical To Be Presented On The William & Mary Campus, June 11
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2023
MADam LUCY, deceased, a new musical about the life (and afterlife) of Lucy Ludwell Paradise (1752-1814), with book & lyrics by two-time Emmy Award-winning songwriter William Schermerhorn and music by composer and recording artist Elise Morris, will have its first staged workshop in Williamsburg, Virginia, in the historic Great Hall of the Sir Christopher Wren Building on the campus of William & Mary.
Virginia Theatre Festival Announces Cast For Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2023
The Virginia Theatre Festival has announced that its upcoming production of Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise, the heartwarming two-person play about a World War II courtship conducted entirely by mail, will star Suzannah Herschkowitz and Jordan Sobel. 
RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA To Open At Four County Players This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2023
As the magical finale of their 50th Anniversary Season in Barboursville, Four County Players will present RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA, opening May 12 on the Mainstage.
Samuel Slater's Brings Comedian Paul D'Angelo With Special Guest Jeff Koen And Host Jackie Flynn To Webster, May 20
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
Comedy returns to Samuel Slater's Restaurant in Webster, MA on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Hosted by Jackie Flynn, the show will feature Paul D'Angelo plus special guest Jeff Koen for a night of laughs. Doors open at 6:30 PM; show starts at 7:30 PM.
Broadway's N'Kenge Headlines The Richmond Symphony In LEGENDS – A Salute To The Divas Of Jazz, Opera, Pop, And Soul On May 13
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
From Broadway to Motown to Hollywood and the Concert Stage, Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Nominated Songstress, N'Kenge salutes the divas of jazz, opera, pop, and soul.
Grey Garrett To Play Carole King In Virginia Rep Theatre's BEAUTIFUL
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
Celebrated local actress Grey Garrett will lead Virginia Repertory Theatre’s regional premiere of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, portraying multi-Grammy Award-winner Carole King, at the November Theatre beginning June 23.
24th Annual Richmond Shakespeare Festival Set For This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2023
Richmond Shakespeare and Agecroft Hall & Gardens announced the 24th Annual Richmond Shakespeare Festival. The festival will run from June 1 through July 30, 2023, Thursday through Sunday evenings at 7:30p.

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