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BWW Review: I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE at Swift Creek Mill Theatre
by Susan Haubenstock - September 20, 2021
The 1995 revue 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change' was to open four days before quarantine shuttered Swift Creek Mill Theatre in 2020, but it's the season opener for 2021.
BWW Review: EVERY BRILLIANT THING at Illuminated Stage Theatre Company
by Susan Haubenstock - September 20, 2021
Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education presents Illuminated Stage Theatre Company's one-actor play, showcasing the new facility
Live Arts Announces 2021/22 Season Opener EVERY BRILLIANT THING
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2021
The Live Arts reIGNITE Season launches with EVERY BRILLIANT THING, a gently humorous and uplifting solo show about depression and resilience where the audience becomes a part of the story.
Traveling Players Performs Family-Friendly Play THE BLUE MONSTER Next Week
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2021
Traveling Players performs Carlo Gozzi's play The Blue Monster on September 25 and 26.  This family-friendly fairy tale opens indoors September 25 as part of the Reston Multicultural Festival representing Italy.  
Virginia Film Festival To Return With In-Person And Drive-In Screenings
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2021
The Virginia Film Festival announced today that it will be returning for its 34th year with a program of in-theater and drive-in presentations from October 27-31, 2021.
Peter's Alley to Present PROOF This October
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2021
Peter's Alley is back with the Pulitzer Prize Winning Proof by David Auburn October 8-31, 2021 at Theatre on the Run in Arlington. It's been a long dark two years and what better way to commemorate the rebirth of Live Theater than with this witty and warm classic of contemporary American theater?
Chase Rice To Perform At After Hours Concerts At The Chesterfield Fairgrounds
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2021
EventMakers-USA announced that Chase Rice will be performing as part of  the After Hours Concerts at an all new location, the Chesterfield Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 16.
Nominations Open For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards; Including Streaming, In-Person & More!
by BWW Awards - September 07, 2021
Nominations are now open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Streaming theatre, in-person, and more are included. Deadline for submissions is October 31st, 2021.
Little Theatre Of Virginia Beach Opens 74th Season with Ken Ludwig's BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2021
September brings us the start of a new school year, the start of fall, and the start of the local theatre season. Little Theatre of Virginia Beach welcomes audiences to their 74th season with 'Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery.'
Virginia Children's Theatre To Mount THE ADDAMS FAMILY: A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2021
Live theatre is back and thriving in the Roanoke Valley! Virginia Children's Theatre will kick off the 2021-2022 Season with the fun and kooky production of THE ADDAMS FAMILY: A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY. Taking the stage at Shaftman Performance Hall in the Jefferson Center (541 Luck Ave SW), THE ADDAMS FAMILY will run October 8-9, 2021.
New Memberships Now Available for Virginia Stage Company's Season 43
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2021
Current subscribers see their 43rd season officially kick off this December with a new production of the holiday classic: A Merry Little Christmas Carol by Mark Shanahan, and will end in June, 2022 with Duncan MacMillan’s Every Brilliant Thing: an immersive storytelling experience that blends comedy, improv, and audience interaction to tell the story of an adult growing up in the shadow of mental illness, and learning to grapple with their own experiences with love, loss, and depression. 
Virginia Opera Will Perform DAS RHEINGOLD at Topgolf Next Month
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2021
The first installment of the iconic “Ring Cycle” – Das Rheingold includes all the magic and power of Wagner’s larger-than-life vision, including gods, dwarves, and giants. This condensed version will be performed in under two hours while you enjoy the delicious bites and beverage offerings at Topgolf.
The Town And The City Festival Postponed Until April 8 & 9, 2022
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2021
Due to the growing threat posed by the Delta Variant of COVID-19, The Town and the City Festival organizers have made the tough decision to postpone the 2021 festival until April 8 and 9, 2022.
RTP's Season Continues With VINCENT RIVER Beginning Performances September 22
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
Richmond Triangle Players continues its 29th season with the Virginia premiere of Philip Ridley's Vincent River, an acclaimed play that took London's West End by storm.
Mill Mountain Theatre To Announce 2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
 Mill Mountain Theatre is ready to unveil its 2022 season lineup! Join the staff, board and students of Mill Mountain Theatre in this special season presentation.
Mill Mountain Theatre to Present LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
OMIGOD you have been admitted to Harvard Law! Join Elle Woods on the Trinkle MainStage at Mill Mountain Theatre this Fall to experience a whole lot of pink! Learn all about the show here.
W&M Theatre And Dance to Return To The Stage For 21-22 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
As students prepare for move-in, and William & Mary is preparing for the first fully in-person semester since 2019, the Theatre and Dance department unveils its LIVE 2021-2022 Mainstage season of performances.
Photos: First Look at THE ZOMBIE LIFE at Firehouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2021
Firehouse Theatre has shared production photos from its upcoming world premiere of Chris Gavaler's THE ZOMBIE LIFE.
Virginia Repertory Theatre Requires Proof of Vaccination For 2021-22 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2021
Patrons may show the vaccination card or a photo of the card on their phones when they arrive for the performance. If you are unable to be vaccinated, you may provide proof of a Rapid COVID-19 antigen test taken within 48 hours of your performance. At home tests will not be accepted.
BWW Review: THE PINK UNICORN at Richmond Triangle Players
by Susan Haubenstock - August 12, 2021
Marie Lucas gives a lovely performance as the devoted mother of a genderqueer youth
Swift Creek Mill Theatre Opens New Season With I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2021
A smart, insightful musical comedy that tackles the thrill and folly of modern love, Swift Creek Mill Theatre's MainStage production of “I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change” follows the progression of modern-day relationships from the nerve-wracking first date to marriage, children, and the quest for romance in the golden years. 
THE EARTH REMEMBERS Will Be Performed by Virginia Stage Company This Week
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2021
This fully realized Public Works Virginia production uses a pageantry style of music, movement and large scale puppetry to tell the story of Hampton Roads. Cameo performance groups include Teens With a Purpose, Atumpan Edutainment, and Philippine Cultural Center School of Creative and Performing Arts, and Red Crook-ed Sky.
Dane Cook Announces Two Nights Of Comedy At Wang Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2021
This year marks Cook's 30-year run as a stand-up comedian with hit comedy specials such as “Vicious Circle,” “Isolated Incident” and “Rough Around the Edges.”  His upcoming comedy special, 'Tell It Like It Is,' is the perfect commemoration to an incredible career over the past three decades and what is sure to be another memorable year ahead. 
THE TOWN AND THE CITY Festival Announces Lineup and Schedule for 2021
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2021
The Town and the City Festival has released the show by show schedule for the two-day music and arts festival in Lowell, Massachusetts set for Friday, October 22nd and Saturday, October 23rd, 2021.
Virginia Children's Theatre Hires Emily Fruendt As Resident Stage Manager
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2021
Brett J. Roden announced today that Virginia Children's Theatre has hired Emily Fruendt as Resident Stage Manager for the organization. Fruendt will begin with VCT at the start of the upcoming 2021-2022 Season. 

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