Local Women Prove Theatre Inspires, Empowers and Heals IN THEIR OWN WORDS: A WOMEN'S CABARET
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2021
Little Theatre of Virginia Beach makes Women's History Month more personal, by giving 12 local women the chance to tell their stories through the musicals and plays that impacted their lives, in Their Own Words: A Women's Cabaret. For these women, what they saw on stage was not just a story told with lights, sets, and costumes-- it was real. All it took was just one show to change the trajectory of their lives.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2021
Little Theatre of Virginia Beach makes Women's History Month more personal, by giving 12 local women the chance to tell their stories through the musicals and plays that impacted their lives, in Their Own Words: A Women's Cabaret. For these women, what they saw on stage was not just a story told with lights, sets, and costumes-- it was real. All it took was just one show to change the trajectory of their lives.
1st Stage Announces Session Three Of The Virtual Classroom
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2021
1st Stage has announced the launch of Session Three of its wildly successful Virtual Classroom, with four new theatre education courses taught by experts in the field. The registration deadline is March 11, and classes begin on March 15! Register today at www.1ststage.org.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2021
1st Stage has announced the launch of Session Three of its wildly successful Virtual Classroom, with four new theatre education courses taught by experts in the field. The registration deadline is March 11, and classes begin on March 15! Register today at www.1ststage.org.
Manassas Ballet Theatre Presents PETER AND THE WOLF & MORE
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2021
The second act of this ballet, Peter and the Wolf, was originally composed in 1936 to introduce children to the orchestral instruments, springs to life as an irresistible children’s ballet. Peter and his friends from the forest embark on a day of adventure complete with spirited narration. Peter and the Wolf will surely charm and entertain patrons of all ages.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2021
The second act of this ballet, Peter and the Wolf, was originally composed in 1936 to introduce children to the orchestral instruments, springs to life as an irresistible children’s ballet. Peter and his friends from the forest embark on a day of adventure complete with spirited narration. Peter and the Wolf will surely charm and entertain patrons of all ages.
Reston Community Players Presents A WALK IN THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
After being dark since last March due to COVID-19, Reston Community Players comes back to life with A Walk in the Woods, a cold war era drama by Lee Blessing that examines the relationship between a Russian and an American arms negotiator as they converse informally in a series of meetings in a park on the outskirts of Geneva. This production is being pre-recorded and presented virtually through on-demand streaming from March 19-25.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2021
After being dark since last March due to COVID-19, Reston Community Players comes back to life with A Walk in the Woods, a cold war era drama by Lee Blessing that examines the relationship between a Russian and an American arms negotiator as they converse informally in a series of meetings in a park on the outskirts of Geneva. This production is being pre-recorded and presented virtually through on-demand streaming from March 19-25.
Photo Flash: MACBETH adapted by Core Theatre Ensemble
by Emel Ertugrul - March 05, 2021
Zeiders American Dream Theater (The Z) in Town Center under the lead ership of Artistic Director Bart Kuebler and Executive Director Terry Flint, is pleased to present the return of No Holds Bard: Shakespeare Remade.
by Emel Ertugrul - March 05, 2021
Zeiders American Dream Theater (The Z) in Town Center under the lead ership of Artistic Director Bart Kuebler and Executive Director Terry Flint, is pleased to present the return of No Holds Bard: Shakespeare Remade.
Bowen McCauley Dance Co. 25th Season Kicks Off In March With Virtual Screening Of LE SACRE DU PRINTEMPS A QUARTRE MAINS
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2021
Bowen McCauley Dance Company, an award-winning contemporary dance company with a legacy of community engagement, announces changes to its previously announced 25th Season schedule, due to COVID-19-related restrictions. The celebration will now begin with an added livestream screening of the 2012 World Premiere of Le Sacre du Printemps (Rite of Spring) on Friday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2021
Bowen McCauley Dance Company, an award-winning contemporary dance company with a legacy of community engagement, announces changes to its previously announced 25th Season schedule, due to COVID-19-related restrictions. The celebration will now begin with an added livestream screening of the 2012 World Premiere of Le Sacre du Printemps (Rite of Spring) on Friday, March 19, at 5:30 p.m.
Virginia Children's Theatre To Host Virtual Season Announcement
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2021
The season announcement will feature performances from each of the newly announced productions in the upcoming 2021-2022 Season. Professional and youth actors will be a part of the performance via Facebook Live.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2021
The season announcement will feature performances from each of the newly announced productions in the upcoming 2021-2022 Season. Professional and youth actors will be a part of the performance via Facebook Live.
Virginia Symphony Orchestra Returns to Live Performances With ADAGIO
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2021
The Virginia Symphony Orchestra opens its 100th Anniversary season with the orchestral premiere of Adagio by Eminent Scholar and professor emeritus of music at Old Dominion University Adolphus Hailstork.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2021
The Virginia Symphony Orchestra opens its 100th Anniversary season with the orchestral premiere of Adagio by Eminent Scholar and professor emeritus of music at Old Dominion University Adolphus Hailstork.
RTP Announces Winner Of Inaugural So.QUEER Playwrights' Festival
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2021
Richmond Triangle Players is pleased to announce the winner in its inaugural So.Queer Playwriting Festival -- Stonewallin' by Kari Barclay, a queer coming-of-age story in the American South full of witchcraft, war re-enactors, and ghosts.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2021
Richmond Triangle Players is pleased to announce the winner in its inaugural So.Queer Playwriting Festival -- Stonewallin' by Kari Barclay, a queer coming-of-age story in the American South full of witchcraft, war re-enactors, and ghosts.
Oakton Teen Musician Appears on NPR Show FROM THE TOP!
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2021
D'Haiti plays the trumpet and is a senior at the Keystone School. In addition to AYPO, D'Haiti was accepted into the National Youth Orchestra of the USA in 2020, and has performed with the Young Wind Ensemble at Tanglewood Music Institute.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2021
D'Haiti plays the trumpet and is a senior at the Keystone School. In addition to AYPO, D'Haiti was accepted into the National Youth Orchestra of the USA in 2020, and has performed with the Young Wind Ensemble at Tanglewood Music Institute.
BWW Review: THIS BITTER EARTH at Richmond Triangle Players
by Susan Haubenstock - February 19, 2021
Harrison David Rivers' play focuses on a loving partners Neil, a white BLM activist, and Jesse, a black writer.
by Susan Haubenstock - February 19, 2021
Harrison David Rivers' play focuses on a loving partners Neil, a white BLM activist, and Jesse, a black writer.
BWW Review: KRAPP'S LAST TAPE at Firehouse Theatre
by Susan Haubenstock - February 19, 2021
Firehouse Theatre's production of 'Krapp's Last Tape' brings thing too-rarely-produced masterwork to brilliant life with the collaboration of director James Ricks and actor Alan Sader.
by Susan Haubenstock - February 19, 2021
Firehouse Theatre's production of 'Krapp's Last Tape' brings thing too-rarely-produced masterwork to brilliant life with the collaboration of director James Ricks and actor Alan Sader.
Virginia Children's Theatre Announces Traveling Talent Search
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
Virginia Children's Theatre will be casting area youth actors for Mary Poppins, Jr., Junie B Jones: Top Secret Personal Beeswax and OZ, A Staged Concert.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
Virginia Children's Theatre will be casting area youth actors for Mary Poppins, Jr., Junie B Jones: Top Secret Personal Beeswax and OZ, A Staged Concert.
Renaissance Theatre Company Presents COUPLES, Originally Developed For Zoom
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
Renaissance Theatre Company has announced its upcoming production of Couples, a new play that was originally developed for Zoom and will now be performed for a live audience.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2021
Renaissance Theatre Company has announced its upcoming production of Couples, a new play that was originally developed for Zoom and will now be performed for a live audience.
Author Barbara Lane Launches FICTITIOUS TRUTHS Podcast To Increase The Awareness Of Child Neglect
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2021
A captivating storyteller, Barbara Lane, hosts a new Podcast where she uses her powerful writing and storytelling skills to share Lucy's Story, a chronical in which she casts a five-year-old fictional character as the voice of the children she represents.
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2021
A captivating storyteller, Barbara Lane, hosts a new Podcast where she uses her powerful writing and storytelling skills to share Lucy's Story, a chronical in which she casts a five-year-old fictional character as the voice of the children she represents.
Barter Theatre Presents a Reading of MAYTAG VIRGIN
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2021
Barter Theatre will present a virtual reading of Maytag Virgin by Audrey Cefaly. The reading takes place February 12-15, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2021
Barter Theatre will present a virtual reading of Maytag Virgin by Audrey Cefaly. The reading takes place February 12-15, 2021.
Virginia Film Festival Receives $20,000 Grant From National Endowment For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2021
The Virginia Film Festival has been approved for a $20,000 Grants for Arts Projects Award from the National Endowment for the Arts to support the 2021 Virginia Film Festival. The VAFF is among 1,073 arts projects from across America that were selected during this first round of fiscal year 2021 funding in the NEA's Grants for Arts Projects funding category.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2021
The Virginia Film Festival has been approved for a $20,000 Grants for Arts Projects Award from the National Endowment for the Arts to support the 2021 Virginia Film Festival. The VAFF is among 1,073 arts projects from across America that were selected during this first round of fiscal year 2021 funding in the NEA's Grants for Arts Projects funding category.
Virginia Children's Theatre Announces 12 Performers Chosen for Winter 2021 Youth Professional Ensemble
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2021
Virginia Children’s Theatre has announced the 12 performers that have been chosen for the esteemed Youth Professional Ensemble at VCT for Winter 2021. The Youth Professional Ensemble is a conservatory-type instructional experience offering year-round, high quality music, theatre and dance instruction.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2021
Virginia Children’s Theatre has announced the 12 performers that have been chosen for the esteemed Youth Professional Ensemble at VCT for Winter 2021. The Youth Professional Ensemble is a conservatory-type instructional experience offering year-round, high quality music, theatre and dance instruction.
Mill Mountain Theatre Announces 2021 Performance Lineup
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2021
Mill Mountain Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup of productions for 2021, including virtual and in-person options. Shows include A Midsummer Night's Dream, Million Dollar Quartet, A Christmas Story, and more!
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2021
Mill Mountain Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup of productions for 2021, including virtual and in-person options. Shows include A Midsummer Night's Dream, Million Dollar Quartet, A Christmas Story, and more!
RVA Environmental Film Festival Announces Award Winners
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2021
On February 14th the Richmond Environmental Film Contest Committee will virtually award the winners of the Environmental Film Contest and screen each film. The contest was open to novice and experienced Virginia filmmakers submitting films on environmental topics regarding Virginia.
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2021
On February 14th the Richmond Environmental Film Contest Committee will virtually award the winners of the Environmental Film Contest and screen each film. The contest was open to novice and experienced Virginia filmmakers submitting films on environmental topics regarding Virginia.
BWW Feature: VA REP NAMES CO-ARTISTIC DIRECTORS
by Susan Haubenstock - January 25, 2021
Experienced theater artists Katrinah Carol Lewis and Steve Perigard have been selected as co-artistic directors of Virginia Repertory Theatre for the next six months.
by Susan Haubenstock - January 25, 2021
Experienced theater artists Katrinah Carol Lewis and Steve Perigard have been selected as co-artistic directors of Virginia Repertory Theatre for the next six months.
Little Theatre Of Virginia Beach Presents Perspective Of Gun Violence Survivors In World Debut Of THE REMAINS
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2021
Comedy and tragedy- the yin and yang of theatre. Dramas in particular give audiences a safe way to experience difficult situations, to learn, grow, and possibly heal.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2021
Comedy and tragedy- the yin and yang of theatre. Dramas in particular give audiences a safe way to experience difficult situations, to learn, grow, and possibly heal.
Creative Cauldron Presents 'Passport to the World of Music' Live Streaming Series
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2021
Creative Cauldron presents a musical tour of the world in our intimate cabaret space turned high-def live stream studio, with a diverse musical line up specially curated by Ken Avis and Lynn Veronneau of the Wammie Award-winning jazz samba group Veronneau and Resident Artist Matt Conner.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2021
Creative Cauldron presents a musical tour of the world in our intimate cabaret space turned high-def live stream studio, with a diverse musical line up specially curated by Ken Avis and Lynn Veronneau of the Wammie Award-winning jazz samba group Veronneau and Resident Artist Matt Conner.
Virginia Repertory Theatre Announces Interim Co-Artistic Directors
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2021
Katrinah Carol Lewis and Steve Perigard have been named Interim Co-Artistic Directors of Virginia Repertory Theatre by Managing Director Phil Whiteway, effective immediately. This six-month engagement is in sync with the longer term planning process that the Virginia Rep Board will begin at the end of this month.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2021
Katrinah Carol Lewis and Steve Perigard have been named Interim Co-Artistic Directors of Virginia Repertory Theatre by Managing Director Phil Whiteway, effective immediately. This six-month engagement is in sync with the longer term planning process that the Virginia Rep Board will begin at the end of this month.
11th Annual RVA Environmental Film Festival To Be Presented Virtually, Free And Open To The Public
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2021
The RVA Environmental Film Festival (RVA EFF) announces its 11th annual showcase of over 20 free local and national films. Many films are hosted by like-minded organizations. Two films are of particular interest to youth: 'Microplastic Madness' and 'Frozen Obsession.' Award-winning Virginian films will be shown on February 14, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2021
The RVA Environmental Film Festival (RVA EFF) announces its 11th annual showcase of over 20 free local and national films. Many films are hosted by like-minded organizations. Two films are of particular interest to youth: 'Microplastic Madness' and 'Frozen Obsession.' Award-winning Virginian films will be shown on February 14, 2021.
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The Mountaintop
ShenanArts (2/13 - 2/22) | |
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King James
Virginia Repertory Theatre's Theatre Gym (1/15 - 2/1) | |
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Orava Quartet, Olga Kern
Robin Hixon Theater, Clay and Jay Barr Education Center (6/3 - 6/3) | |
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Girlfriend In A Coma
Capital One Hall (1/23 - 1/23) | |
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Wells Theatre (3/11 - 3/29) | |
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Soles of Duende: Can We Dance Here?
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (2/21 - 2/21) | |
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Dance Theatre of Harlem
Ferguson Center for the Arts (3/24 - 3/24) | |
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