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BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards; THE PROM, 12 ANGRY MEN, Riverside Center for the Performing Arts & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - December 11, 2023


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Photos: First Look At THE SECRET GARDEN At Sandler Center for the Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - December 08, 2023


This past weekend, Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman’s musical The Secret Garden took center stage at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts as part of the 32nd season of Virginia Musical Theatre. See photos from the production.

Music Worcester Presents Andrew Armstrong, Kevin Zhu, And Jan Vogler In An Evening Of Chamber Music, January 24
by A.A. Cristi - December 07, 2023


Music Worcester presents pianist Andrew Armstrong, Kevin Zhu (violin), Jan Vogler (cello) in an evening of chamber music on Wednesday, January 24th at Worcester's BrickBox Theater at the Jean McDonough Performing Arts Center.

The City of Fairfax Theatre Company Presents A CHRISTMAS STORY
by A.A. Cristi - December 05, 2023


Get the latest news about 'A Christmas Story: The Musical' from BroadwayWorld. Find out about the upcoming production and how to get tickets.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL: ONE MAN CLASSIC TALE Is Coming To Samuel Slater's Restaurant, December 14
by A.A. Cristi - December 05, 2023


A Christmas Carol: One Man Classic Tale is coming to Samuel Slater's Restaurant in Webster, MA on 12/14. This highly acclaimed off-Broadway production stars Scott H. Severance playing over 20 iconic characters. Get your tickets now at www.samuelslaters.com.

BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards December 5th Standings; THE PROM Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 05, 2023


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Brantley Gilbert Comes to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours Next Summer
by Stephi Wild - December 04, 2023


Brantley Gilbert is coming to Atlantic Union Bank After Hours at the SERVPRO Pavilion in Doswell, Virginia on Saturday, June 29, 2024. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 8, 2023 at 10:00 AM. A limited number of Early Bird General Admission tickets will be available for $31 until December 14th, while supplies last.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards; THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - November 27, 2023


Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Creative Cauldron Celebrates the Holidays with Annual Cabaret Series and DRAG THE HALLS Holiday Cabaret Fundraiser
by Stephi Wild - November 24, 2023


Creative Cauldron’s Annual holiday cabaret series, produced by Associate Artistic Director, Matt Conner, features performances by veterans of past Cauldron performances and cabarets, and some talented newcomers.

Creative Cauldron Presents Holiday Favorite MADELINE'S CHRISTMAS
by A.A. Cristi - November 21, 2023


Creative Cauldron rings in the holidays with a remount of one of its most popular shows,  Madeline's Christmas.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards; THE PROM Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - November 20, 2023


The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

World Premiere of MOSES Comes to Theater J
by Stephi Wild - November 17, 2023


From December 1 through December 24, 2023, Theater J brings Moses, a world premiere one-person-play written by Michelle Lowe, directed by Johanna Gruenhut and performed by Grant Harrison, to the stage. Moses is the second performance in Theater J's “Here I Am' series, a triptych of one-person plays. 

O Positive and 3 Colors Reunite For 'With A Little Help From My Friends - A Benefit Concert For A Friend In Need'
by Stephi Wild - November 17, 2023


O Positive and Three Colors, two of the premier bands that helped make the Boston music scene legendary in the 1980s, are reuniting at the Paradise Rock Club on Friday, January 19 (doors open at 7pm, show at 8pm) for WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM MY FRIENDS-A Benefit Concert For A Friend In Need. 

K Dance to Host 10th Annual SHORTS at Firehouse Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - November 15, 2023


K Dance presents a weekend of performances at Firehouse Theatre in Richmond, VA. Contact Kaye Weinstein Gary at 804-270-4944 or email kdanceinc@gmail.com for more information.

New Music Festival Set to Make LGBTQ+ History
by Michael Major - November 14, 2023


Jupiter Fest, a 4-day music and theater festival celebrating diversity, is set to make LGBTQ+ history. The festival will feature over 100 artists, mostly queer/trans and racially diverse, presenting new voices and stories in staged music. Shows include Carmen, Norma, and Cabaret, as well as new works from trans and queer composers.

Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards
by BWW Awards - November 13, 2023


Voting is now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Will Open at Four County Players This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - November 13, 2023


To celebrate their 51st holiday season in Barboursville, Four County Players will present A CHRISTMAS CAROL opening November 17 on the Mainstage. This classic holiday tale written by Charles Dickens is adapted and directed by John Holdren.

The Underground Performing Arts Collective Starts Off The Season With Inaugural Performance Of A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS
by Blair Ingenthron - November 12, 2023


The Underground Performing Arts Collective presents the inaugural performance of A Motown Christmas, a jukebox musical revue celebrating legendary musical icons.

Cast Set for ELF THE MUSICAL at Mill Mountain Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 09, 2023


This holiday season, join the cast of Mill Mountain Theatre's 'Elf the Musical' for a festive and glamorous Broadway production. Based on the beloved film, this holiday spectacle is sure to become a tradition for families.

 The Little Theatre of Virginia Beach Partners With LGBTQ+ Organizations For PRIDE NIGHT AT THE THEATRE Series
by Stephi Wild - November 07, 2023


 The Little Theatre of Virginia Beach is partnering with Hampton Roads Pride, Stonewall Sports and LGBT Life Center to present Pride Night at the Theatre series.

Traveling Players to Present COMMEDIA CHRISTMAS CAROL, A New Spin On A Dickens' Holiday Classic
by Blair Ingenthron - November 04, 2023


Tickets are now available for Commedia Christmas Carol, which runs weekends Dec. 1 - Dec. 10 at Traveling Players Studio in Tysons Corner Center. 

ArtsFairfax Awards Raise Over $175K, Linda Sullivan to Retire I
by Stephi Wild - November 02, 2023


On Thursday, October 26, more than 350 community members, including elected officials, business leaders, patrons, and arts professionals, gathered at Capital One Hall for the 2023 ArtsFairfax Awards.

Winner of Proteus New Plays Festival Audience Favorite Award - BOXES OF SOMEDAY - to Play Extended Run at The Z
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 01, 2023


Discover the winner of the 2023 Proteus New Plays Festival Audience Favorite Award and find out how you can catch the extended run of 'Boxes of Someday' at The Z in Virginia Beach.

Mill Mountain Theatre to Present ELF: THE MUSICAL This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 30, 2023


This holiday season, Mill Mountain Theatre presents 'Elf the Musical,' a heartwarming stage adaptation of the beloved film. Follow Buddy, a human raised as an honorary Elf, on his journey to New York City to find his birth father and rediscover the true meaning of Christmas. Tickets available at millmountain.org or by calling 540-342-5740.

Creative Cauldron Presents Learning Theater Musical Adaptation of THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO/LAS AVENTURAS DE PINOCHO
by A.A. Cristi - October 26, 2023


Creative Cauldron's 2023-24 season continues with the family friendly show, The Adventures of Pinocchio/Las Aventuras de Pinocho.


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