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Firehouse's ANN Extends Through October 25
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2020
Firehouse Theatre has added six additional performances to its Richmond premiere of Holland Taylor's ANN, featuring Jacqueline Jones in the title role of Ann Richards. The production will now run thru Sunday, October 25, 2020. There have also been some adjustments made in performance times for shows that were already announced.
Lockn' Festival Moves To October 2021
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2020
LOCKN' has announced that the 2021 festival will now officially take place October 1-3, as always, at Infinity Downs & Oak Ridge Farm, LOCKN's 387-acre property located at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Arrington, VA. A special a?oeSteal Your Thursdaya?? will kick off the festival weekend on Thursday, September 30.
Find Out What Richmond Performing Arts Venues Are Doing This Fall
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2020
As performing arts venues across the country struggle to stay afloat amidst the health crisis, find out what venues in the Richmond area are doing this fall.
Richmond Triangle Players Announces SO.QUEER Playwrights Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2020
Richmond Triangle Players announces the launch of a new signature program a?" the So.Queer Playwrights Festival. The Festival encourages the creation and development of works with an emphasis on southern LGBTQ+ writers and stories.
Roanoke Children's Theatre/Virginia Children's Theatre Announces 2020-2021 Season Updates
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
As the COVID-19 situation continues to change and create challenges for everyone, Roanoke Childrena??s Theatre (soon to be Virginia Childrena??s Theatre) has announced changes and updates to the 2020-2021 Season.
BWW Feature: NEW PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCES SITELINES BLM at Cadence Theatre Company
by Susan Haubenstock - August 13, 2020
Cadence Theatre's site-specific Sitelines initiative will be extended in a community partnership to create Sitelines BLM.
Todd Rosenlieb Dance and Virginia Ballet Theater Present an Online Ensemble Summer Solo Concert
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2020
Todd Rosenlieb Dance and Virginia Ballet Theater will present an Ensemble Summer Solo Concert, broadcast online this weekend.
Creative Cauldron Presents Wyn & Leigh Delano, and Alison Crockett in Concert, and a new Virtual Option
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2020
Creative Cauldron continues the 2020 Summer Cabaret and Concert Series, with the addition of a Virtual Series, in an all outdoor format, that mandates the wearing of masks, and adherence to social distancing protocols. 22 performances are scheduled featuring a diverse and talented array of performers and bands. This weekend features Wyn and Leigh Delano, followed by Alison Crockett. Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm from Friday, July 24 to Saturday September 26, 2020. 
The City Of Fairfax Theatre Company Presents A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2020
Deep in an enchanted forest, four young lovers brawl over each other's affections, a troop of actors prepare for the opportunity of a lifetime, while mischievous sprites play tricks on them all.
EmiSunshine and the Rain to Bring FAMILY WARS to Northern Virginia
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2020
EmiSunshine is 16 years old, but she has attracted national attention since the age of 9. Rolling Stone once named her among '10 new country artists you need to know.'
Wayne Theatre Explores Options For Keeping Theatre Alive During the Health Crisis
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2020
The Wayne Theatre, like many other arts organizations, has been suffering financially since closing its doors on March 12 due to the health crisis. At this time, the theatre is offering other forms of entertainment virtually, from plays to movie nights and more.
Charlottesville Opera Appoints Sharin Apostolou As Ader Artist In Residence
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2020
Charlottesville Opera (CO) announced Soprano Sharin Apostolou as CO's first Ader Artist-in-Residence. Sharin is an accomplished professional singer who has graced Charlottesville Opera's stage in leading roles for the past five seasons.
Mill Mountain Theatre Will Present Digital Edition of POLKADOTS
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2020
Mill Mountain Theatre will present a digital production of Polkadots, September 15 - October 9.
BWW Feature: THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY at Firehouse Theatre
by Susan Haubenstock - July 23, 2020
A new adaptation of Oscar Wilde's 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' is presented both live and streaming by Firehouse Theatre.
Wolf Trap Opera 2020 Artists Begin Summer Residency
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2020
On June 30 Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts welcomed the Wolf Trap Opera Summer 2020 residency program cohort consisting of 18 Filene Artists, 17 Studio Artists and five Fellows.
Renaissance Theatre Company Moves Productions to the Miller Center
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2020
Renaissance Theatre in Lynchburg is moving their productions to the Miller Center.
Little Theatre of Alexandria Will Present Fall Season of Smaller Productions
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2020
Little Theatre of Alexandria will present a free fall season of four one-act and two-act shows, each with just 45 audience members.
Creative Cauldron Summer Concert And Cabaret Series Announced
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2020
Creative Cauldron launches its 2021 Summer Cabaret and Concert Series, one of its most popular seasonal offerings, in an all outdoor format, that mandates the wearing of masks, and adherence to social distancing protocols. 22 performances are scheduled featuring a diverse and talented array of performers and bands. The concert locations will include the Mission Loft Apartments, a new live-work luxury apartment complex near Baileys Crossroads, and the Community Center Tennis Courts in the City of Falls Church. Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm from Friday, July 24 to Saturday September 26, 2020. 
Roanoke Children's Theatre Presents JACK AND THE WONDER BEANS
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2020
Roanoke Children's Theatre will present Jack and The Wonder Beans, beginning July 15!
Roanoke Children's Theatre/Virginia Children's Theatre Releases 2020-2021 Season Updates
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2020
RCT/VCT has released a statement regarding their 2020-2021 season.
Lyric Theatre in Blacksburg Re-Opens With Showing of FORREST GUMP
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2020
The Lyric Theatre in Blacksburg is reopening at 25% capacity for the first time since March.
Broadway in Richmond Announces 2021 Season; MEAN GIRLS, ANASTASIA, MY FAIR LADY, and More!
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2020
Broadway in Richmond has announced its 2021 season that features the hilarious hit musical direct-from-Broadway with a book by Tina Fey, MEAN GIRLS!
Firehouse Theatre Announces Richmond Premiere of ANN
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2020
Just in time for what may be the most important election of our time, Firehouse Theatre has announced the dates for its Richmond premiere of Holland Taylor's ANN. The one-woman show features Jacqueline Jones in the role of Ann Richards, who was a revolutionary figure in American politics.
BWW Feature: MASH NOTE TO SHAKESPEARE HISTORIES at Richmond Shakespeare
by Susan Haubenstock - June 23, 2020
I would never have made the effort to see all Shakespeare's history plays on my own. But Richmond Shakespeare made it easy--and wonderful!
BWW Feature: MASH NOTE TO VIOLET at Cadence Theatre Company In Partnership With Virginia Rep
by Susan Haubenstock - June 23, 2020
A spectacular small musical I adored, and a spectacular big one I missed.

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