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City Winery Boston Announces COME TOGETHER – A NIGHT OF BEATLES MAGIC, MYSTERY, & HISTORY
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2022
Legendary Boston radio personality and Beatle historian Cha-Chi Loprete has teamed up with award-winning magician John Logan to create Come Together: A Night of Beatles Magic, Mystery & History at City Winery Boston on Monday, September 12 – which was 58 years to the night The Beatles performed at the Boston Garden in 1964.
Cast Announced For THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK at Mill Mountain Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2022
Trinkle MainStage plays are back at Mill Mountain Theatre featuring the incredibly powerful and true story based on the famed diary of a young girl, The Diary of Anne Frank.
Virginia Children's Theatre Announces Scholarship Recipients
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
Producing Artistic Director Brett J. Roden, the staff and board of Virginia Children's Theatre (VCT) are pleased to announce the recipients of the annual scholarships awarded by VCT. Ben Armstrong will receive the Sarabeth Hammond Scholarship and Ronin Ramey will receive the ARD Properties Scholarship for the 2022-2023 Season. 
Summer Stars Camp For The Performing Arts Helps 100 Students Become Leaders Through Arts Education
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2022
“This is a place where I can open up, sing and dance with people who make me feel welcomed into a new world.”  Those are the words of 15-year-old Azure from Brockton, MA, summing up the feelings of the nearly 100 campers who attended the tuition free Summer Stars Camp for the Performing Arts earlier this month in Gill, MA.
Washington Improv Theater Marks 25 Years With Studio Theatre Residency
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2022
As it embarks on its 25th anniversary season, Washington Improv Theater (WIT) will begin a year-long residency at Studio Theatre. WIT will mount six productions (listed below) in three separate performance spaces within the newly renovated Studio facility, in addition to the free, weekly, 12-years-and-running Harold Night series which will move to Wednesday nights.
East Boston Latin Music Festival Set To Take Place In Breman Street Park, September 10
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2022
On Saturday, September 10, 2022, ZUMIX and Sen. Lydia Edwards' office will present The East Boston Latin Music Festival: “Sonidos de la Gente” for free in Bremen Street Park in East Boston from 1PM – 6:30PM.
Michael Franti, Dashboard Confessional, Brantley Gilbert and More Perform At Atlantic Union Bank After Hours This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2022
Michael Franti & Spearhead kickoff a weekend of live music with special guest Arrested Development on Thursday, August 18th at Atlantic Union Bank After Hours at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia.
Firehouse Theatre Announces New Dates for GABRIEL
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2022
Firehouse Theatre has announced the new dates, cast, and creative team for its world premiere musical GABRIEL. This 'true story of freedom' centers on the mostly unknown revolutionary leader Gabriel and the insurection he organized that has been 'Lost, Buried, Forgotten,' as the title of the show's opening song declares.
Northern Virginia Local Arts Agencies Announce New Collaborative
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2022
The local arts agencies of Arlington County, the City of Alexandria, and Fairfax County have announced the creation of The Northern Virginia Local Arts Agencies (NVLAA) to expand resources and opportunities for artists and arts organizations throughout the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. 
Virginia Children's Theatre Expands Outreach Across Virginia, Hires Two New Positions
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2022
Virginia Children's Theatre (VCT) is committed to bringing high quality music, theatre and dance education to students all around the Commonwealth. Brett Roden, VCT's Producing Artistic Director, is proud to announce that during the 2022-2023 Season VCT will expand its education outreach and touring performance offerings in order to bring professional theatre to even more Virginia students and audiences.
NextStop Announces Cast For LITTLE WOMEN
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2022
NextStop Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the Broadway musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic Little Women. The captivating musical will officially open NextStop's 2022/23 season, which also marks the company's 10th professional season of theatre. 
ArtsFairfax Announces Call For Artists To Exhibit At Tysons Corner Center
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2022
ArtsFairfax, the nonprofit designated as Fairfax County's local arts agency, announced a partnership with Macerich to showcase local artists at Tysons Corner Center, one of the DC region's most prestigious shopping destinations.
SONGWRITINGWITH:SOLDIERS Returns To Club Passim For 10th Anniversary Celebration
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2022
SongwritingWith:Soldiers will celebrate 10 years of giving voice and music to veterans with a special performance at Club Passim on September 10.
Creative Cauldron Hires New Bilingual Artistic Associate, Lenny Mendez
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Creative Cauldron announced the hiring of Lenny Mendez, in the position of Artistic Associate. Lenny Mendez (she/her/ella) is a Latina actress from the Washington DC  area. Lenny earned her BFA in Acting and Directing from George Mason University and trained  at Circle in the Square Theatre School on Broadway in New York City. Some past performance  credits include, Queen Titania in A Midsummer Night's Dream (Castaway Repertory) Angelina in  Prom Night (GALA Hispanic Theatre) Natalie in The Proposal (Workhouse Arts Center). 
35th Anniversary Of Lowell Folk Festival To Showcase Craft Of New England's Musical Instrument Makers
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2022
Instrument makers from around New England will be front and center at this year's Lowell Folk Festival celebrating the art & craft that goes into making the unique sounds that come from the Festival's world class musical performers.  Known for its eclectic blend of music, food and art, the 35th Anniversary of the Lowell Folk Festival returns in person July 29-31. 
Virginia Theatre Festival To Present NO FEAR AND BLUES LONG GONE: NINA SIMONE
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
What if one of the most legendary artists and activists of the 20th Century were to return to Earth for just one evening to share her unique perspective on the world as well as the songs that made her beloved around the world.
Ferguson Center Announces 2022 New Musicals Lab For Emerging Musical Theatre Artists
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
The New Musicals Lab at Ferguson Center is returning for its fourth season! Continuing with the program's previous success, the New Musicals Lab grants new shows a safe and supportive space to workshop and further develop.
Maria Muldaur Celebrates Her Journey Through Americana Roots Music At Club Passim Next Week
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2022
Legendary Blues and Americana singer Maria Muldaur will perform at Club Passim in Harvard Square July 26th. Grammy nominee Mulduar is preparing to celebrate her 80th birthday and will take the audience on a journey through her nearly 60-year career that reached super stardom in the 70s with her hit “Midnight at the Oasis.”
ArtsFairfax Announces New Board Leadership and New Members
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2022
ArtsFairfax, the nonprofit designated as Fairfax County's local arts agency, announces new officers and three new members to its Board of Directors.
The Comedy Karaoke Trivia Funtime Show Returns This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2022
The Capital City Showcase, the variety show that features the DMV's best performing artists and hosted by Christian Hunt, returns with its new one-of-a-kind blend of entertainment: The Comedy Karaoke Trivia Funtime Show on Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at 7:30pm!
Virginia Repertory Theatre Announces 70th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2022
 Virginia Repertory Theatre announces its 70th Anniversary Season with a robust roster of dramatic and comedic plays and musicals for the Signature Season at the November Theatre and the Barksdale Season at Hanover Tavern.
CFTC Presents SHREK THE MUSICAL This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2022
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company is bringing the musical version of the beloved animated movie, Shrek, to Katherine Johnson Middle School's 350-seat theater this July.  
Traveling Players Presents Family-Friendly Plays at Tysons Corner Center
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2022
This Summer Traveling Players will bring family-friendly plays to Tysons Corner Center, both outdoors on the Plaza and inside their Studio. 
Virginia Children's Theatre Presents BRAND NEW DAY: A CELEBRATION OF UNITY Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2022
Coming this August, Virginia Children’s Theatre will mount the summer concert BRAND NEW DAY: A CELEBRATION OF UNITY. Through this concert, VCT plans to celebrate unity by focusing on cultural diversity as well as LGBTQ diversity.
GET THE LED OUT Comes to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2022
Get The Led Out, A Celebration of “The Mighty Zep”, will perform as part of Atlantic Union Bank After Hours on Friday, August 12, 2022 at the SERVPRO Pavilion in The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia.

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Hylton Performing Arts Venue (3/29 - 3/29)
The Prince of Egypt Musical Presented by Triune Entertainment LLC in Central Virginia The Prince of Egypt Musical Presented by Triune Entertainment LLC
The Journey Stage (3/6 - 3/22)
Coffee Concert:| Alexandre Da Costa, violin | Tommy Mesa, cello | Olga Kern, piano in Central Virginia Coffee Concert:| Alexandre Da Costa, violin | Tommy Mesa, cello | Olga Kern, piano
Towne University (6/11 - 6/11)
Matinee Idylls - District5: For the Love of… Music! in Central Virginia Matinee Idylls - District5: For the Love of… Music!
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (4/21 - 4/21)
A Solo Evening of Music with Chris Thile in Central Virginia A Solo Evening of Music with Chris Thile
Perry Pavilion (6/12 - 6/12)
Pablo Sainz-Villegas: Spanish Night with Pablo and Friends in Central Virginia Pablo Sainz-Villegas: Spanish Night with Pablo and Friends
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (2/28 - 2/28)
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