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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.
Little Theatre Of Virginia Beach Presents SOMETHING ROTTEN! This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2022
In Little Theatre of Virginia Beach's production of Something Rotten, though, Shakespeare is a little different than how we knew him in high school. And he's played by Zack Kattwinkel, a local high school English teacher.
Lowell Folk Festival Adds New Artists to 2022 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2022
The Lowell Folk Festival announced the latest round of talented musicians from across the country that will grace four stages during the 2022 Lowell Folk Festival.
Riverside Center Presents GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER Beginning This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2022
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts continues the splendor of live theatre, accompanied with an optional meal service, with Guess Who's Coming to Dinner live onstage from July 20 through September 4!
Comedy at Samuel Slaters Will Feature Jimmy Dunn With Guest Karen Morgan and Host Jeff Koen
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2022
Comedy returns to Samuel Slater's Restaurant in Webster, MA on Friday, July 29th. The show will be hosted by Jeff Koen, featuring Jimmy Dunn plus special guest Karen Morgan for a night of laughs. Doors open at 7:00 PM; show starts at 8:00 PM.
SHAKESPEARE AT THE RUINS: AS YOU LIKE IT Will Be Performed By Four County Players In Barboursville, Virginia
by Grace Cutler - July 01, 2022
To open their 50th Anniversary Season in Barboursville, Four County Players, in collaboration with Barboursville Vineyards, will present Shakespeare at the Ruins: As You Like It by Williams Shakespeare, directed by John Holdren, running July 15 through July 30 at the Historic Barboursville Ruins.
NextStop Theatre Welcomes New Associate Artistic Directors
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2022
NextStop Theatre Company has officially announced the appointment of Charlotte La Nasa and Aria Velz as the company's new Co-Associate Artistic Directors. La Nasa and Velz join Producing Artistic Director Evan Hoffmann in leading the artistic and educational programming for the Northern Virginia-based professional theater company, which will begin its tenth professional season this Fall.
38 Special Comes to Chesterfield After Hours in September
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2022
38 Special will perform as part of Chesterfield After Hours at the River City Sportsplex in Midlothian, Virginia on Sunday, September 18th, 2022. Tickets go on sale Thursday, June 30, 2022, at 10:00 AM.  A limited number of Early Bird General Admission tickets will be available for just $21 until July 6th while supplies last.
Tuition Free Summer Stars Camp For The Performing Arts Names Industry Pros As Master Teachers
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2022
Summer Stars Camp for the Performing Arts, the unique nine-day, no-cost residential summer camp for middle and high-school-aged kids from under-resourced communities, is welcoming arts industry professionals and camp alumni as Master Teachers, Counselors, and staff to share their expertise and experience during this year's session August 7-15 in Gill, MA.
ZUMIX To Host Annual Walk For Music To Support Award Winning Music And Youth Empowerment Programs
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2022
On Sunday, July 10, ZUMIX will host its annual Walk for Music. ZUMIX community members and other participants will walk through East Boston's parks to support ZUMIX's award-winning music and youth empowerment programs.
Photos: First Look at the U.S. Premiere of THE BARBER OF MOVILLE at Firehouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2022
Firehouse Theatre is presenting the U.S. premiere of Irish playwright Ronan Carr's new play THE BARBER OF MOVILLE. The limited run begins performances at Firehouse on Thursday June 23 and closes on Sunday July 17, 2022. Check out photos here!
Creative Cauldron Presents COUNTRY & CABARET: A SUMMER OF CELEBRATION
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2022
Creative Cauldron is revving up for our 20th theatrical season with a summer celebrating all things musical theater.
Monumental Theatre Will Present Liam Forde in Concert Next Month
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2022
Monumental Theatre Company will present Liam Forde in Concert on July 22, 2022. Monumental patrons are encouraged to attend Liam Forde in Concert and stick around for a late night showing of the mainstage production, tick, tick… BOOM! at 10pm. 

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Coffee Concert - Orava Quartet in Central Virginia Coffee Concert - Orava Quartet
St. John's Episcopal Church (6/5 - 6/5)
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Poetic Tone Pictures in Central Virginia Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Poetic Tone Pictures
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (1/25 - 1/25)
American Festival Pops Orchestra: Celebrating America’s 250 Years! in Central Virginia American Festival Pops Orchestra: Celebrating America’s 250 Years!
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (4/11 - 4/11)
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Non-Equity) in Central Virginia Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (Non-Equity)
Ferguson Center for the Arts [Concert Hall] (3/9 - 3/9)
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)
Virginia National Ballet presents The Nutcracker in Central Virginia Virginia National Ballet presents The Nutcracker
Capital One Hall (12/19 - 12/19)
Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey: Celebrate Christmas Tour in Central Virginia Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey: Celebrate Christmas Tour
Capital One Hall (12/21 - 12/21)
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