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Peter Fogel's 'TIL DEATH DO US PART... YOU FIRST! Directed by Chazz Palminteri Is Coming To The Arlington Draft House
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2023
The Hybrid Stand-Up Comedy/Theatrical Show 'TIL DEATH DO US PART... YOU FIRST! is making its Arlington VA premiere on Sat. April 1 (7:00 and 9:30 PM) at the Arlington Draft House.
THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE Comes to Little Theatre Of Virginia Beach
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2023
A young Elvis impersonator learns that change is not necessarily a drag and other valuable life lessons in this heart-warming comedy The Legend of Georgia McBride by Matthew Lopez.  The production runs from March 10 - April 2 at the Little Theatre of Virginia Beach.
Virginia War Memorial Foundation and Virginia Repertory Theatre Co-Produce Four New One-Act Plays Written by Veterans
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2023
This March, The Virginia War Memorial Foundation will present four one-act plays written by Virginia veterans, which will be professionally produced and performed with leadership from Virginia Repertory Theatre, under the program title, War in Pieces.
Jo Dee Messina To Perform As Part Of Atlantic Union Bank After Hours In May
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
Jo Dee Messina will perform as part of Atlantic Union Bank After Hours 2023 season on Friday, May 19, 2023 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia.
New Headliner For March's Edition Of THE COMEDY KARAOKE TRIVIA FUNTIME SHOW 
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2023
The Capital City Showcase, which produces some of the best events in the DC area, returns with its new one-of-a-kind blend of entertainment!
Virginia Stage Company Will Get Raucous With Pearl Cleage's ANGRY, RAUCOUS, AND SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
Virginia Stage Company (VSC) presents Pearl Cleage's Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous, sponsored by Capital Group.
Zeiders American Dream Theater Presents Shakespeare Adaptation TAKING MEASURE
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
Shakespeare's 'Measure for Measure' gets modern re-imagining in local playwright Chris Hanna's new work, 'Taking Measure'.
WAIT UNTIL DARK To Open At Four County Players
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
As part of their 50th anniversary season in Barboursville, Four County Players will present the classic thriller WAIT UNTIL DARK by Frederick Knott, opening February 24 on the Mainstage.
Chris Young Will Perform as Part Of Atlantic Union Bank After Hours in June
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
Chris Young will perform as part of Atlantic Union Bank After Hours 2023 season on Friday, June 2, 2023 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia.
Live Arts Homecoming Benefit Welcomes Back Actor Adelind Horan, March 25
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Live Arts welcomes back Adelind Horan, star of the newly released Amazon Prime science fiction series, 'The Peripheral,' for a benefit performance on Saturday, March 25 in Live Arts' Gibson Theater. The evening opens with a homecoming pre-show reception at 7pm, followed by a multicast showcase of talent at 8pm.
Lynn Nottage's CRUMBS FROM THE TABLE OF JOY To Open At Live Arts in March
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
The Live Arts 2022/23 Transformations Season will continue with Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage's poignant memory play, CRUMBS FROM THE TABLE OF JOY, directed by Live Arts Education Director Ti Ames.
5th Wall Theatre's Artistic Director Announces Retirement
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2023
Carol Piersol, who launched 5th Wall Theatre in February 2013, said she will step down as artistic director at the end of February. A fixture on the Richmond theatre scene for more than three decades, Piersol also was co-founder of The Firehouse Theatre Project and its artistic director from 1993 to 2012.
Firehouse Extends Dave Malloy's GHOST QUARTET
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2023
Firehouse Theatre will extend its acclaimed production of Dave Malloy's GHOST QUARTET through February 18, 2023.
World Premiere of Joe Calarco's SPRING BREAK Will Open at Four County Players
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2023
As part of their 50th Anniversary Season in Barboursville, Four County Players is proud to present the world premiere of SPRING BREAK by Joe Calarco, opening February 3 in the Cellar.
CABARET, DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE And More Announced for Virginia Theatre Festival 2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2023
The Virginia Theatre Festival will take another exciting step in its return from the pandemic by kicking off its 2023 season with a major musical.
Disney's THE JUNGLE BOOK to Open at The Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center in February
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2023
Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS is playing at The Ella Fitzgerald Theater from Friday, February 17 at 7:00 pm and Saturday, February 18 at 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards
by BWW Awards - January 24, 2023
The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
Riley Green To Perform As Part Of ATLANTIC UNION BANK AFTER HOURS At The Servpro Pavilion, July 23
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2023
Riley Green will perform as part of Atlantic Union Bank After Hours on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 27, 2023 at 10:00 AM. A limited number of Early Bird General Admission tickets will be available for $26 until February 2nd while supplies last. 
Firehouse Theatre And The New Theatre Announce Merger
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2023
The boards of Firehouse Theatre and The New Theatre have announced the merger of these two adventurous, dynamic organizations. With considerable mission overlap, cultural alignment, and complimentary visions and ambitions, this synergistic fusion will expand and accelerate the delivery of shared core commitments and programmatic intentions.
Indian Ranch Adds Chase Rice And The Mavericks To 2023 Summer Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2023
Two new shows have been added to the 2023 Summer Concert Series at Indian Ranch in Webster, MA. Country singer Chase Rice is bringing his Way Down Yonder Tour to the Indian Ranch stage on Saturday, July 1, 2023 with special guests Read Southall Band & Avery Anna. In addition, the venue announced that The Mavericks will return on Saturday, July 22, 2023.
The Comedy Karaoke Trivia Funtime Show Kicks Off Its 2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2023
The Capital City Showcase, which produces fantastic events all over the DMV, has announced its first THREE editions of The Comedy Karaoke Trivia Funtime Show in 2023!
Virginia Children's Theatre Begins A Conversation On Racism With VCT4TEENS Production Of LIFT EVERY VOICE
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2023
Racism is an ongoing issue throughout the world, with division and racial bias at the forefront of societies across the globe. Through the VCT4TEENS program, Virginia Children's Theatre aims to shed a light on this issue and spark a deeper conversation through the upcoming production of LIFT EVERY VOICE. Public performances for Lift Every Voice will be February 3-4, 2023.
Firehouse Opens 2023 With Malloy's GHOST QUARTET
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2023
Firehouse Theatre has announced the performance dates and creative team for its Mid-Atlantic premiere of Dave Malloy's GHOST QUARTET -- a song cycle about love, death, and whiskey.
Virginia Children's Theatre to Present Winter Academy Classes
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2022
Virginia Children’s Theatre is inviting all aspiring actors as well as students looking for fun to join the VCT Winter Academy. Winter Academy Classes will kick off in January 2023.
The Spire Center For Performing Arts Announces Shows Including Acoustic Alchemy, George Winston And More
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2022
Smooth Jazz greats Acoustic Alchemy will perform on Friday, March 17th  at the Spire Center for Performing Arts in downtown Plymouth, MA and Pianist George Winston will perform Wednesday April 12th. 

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