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45 SECONDS FROM BROADWAY Comes to the Little Theatre Of Virginia Beach
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2025
The Little Theatre of Virginia Beach will present 45 Seconds From Broadway, a witty and heartwarming comedy by legendary playwright Neil Simon. Learn more here!
Creative Cauldron Announces Grand Opening Of New Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2025
Creative Cauldron will officially open the doors to a brand-new theater in the Broad and Washington Development on February 13, 2025. A ribbon cutting and reception will take place Thursday February 13 at 1:00 p.m..
INTO THE WOODS And More Announced for Virginia Theatre Festival 2025 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2025
The Virginia Theatre Festival's 2025 season will open on Friday, June 27 with Stephen Sondheim's classic musical Into the Woods. The Virginia Theatre Festival is a program of the University of Virginia.
1st Stage Announces New Dates For THE LAKE EFFECT
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2025
1st Stage has announced new dates for The Lake Effect, written by Pulitzer Prize Finalist Rajiv Joseph, directed by 1st Stage Artistic Director Alex Levy. The Lake Effect will now run from February 6 – 23, 2025.
Creative Cauldron Celebrates Theater Grand Opening With STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
In February, Creative Cauldron will open its brand-new theater and new home in the Broad and Washington project with the production of Steel Magnolias, written by Robert Harling. 
Billy Currington and Kip Moore Come to SERVPRO Presents Atlantic Union Bank After Hours
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2025
SERVPRO presents Atlantic Union Bank After Hours in Doswell, Virginia has announced that Billy Currington and Kip Moore will perform in July. Learn more here!
The Firehouse Theatre, Virginia Museum of History and Culture and the Richmond Planet Foundation Announce The John Mitchell Jr. Project
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2025
The Firehouse Theatre, in collaboration with the Virginia Museum of History and Culture and the Richmond Planet Foundation, has commissioned playwright Kristen Adele Calhoun to dramatize the life and times of John Mitchell Jr., the “fighting editor” of The Richmond Planet Newspaper.
Firehouse Theatre Presents DETROIT '67
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2025
The Firehouse Theatre will present the Richmond Premiere of Detroit ‘67. The winner of the Edward M. Kennedy Prize for Drama Inspired by American History, this play by Dominique Morisseau opens on Friday, March 12th, 2025, on the Carol Piersol Stage at the Firehouse Theatre, 1609 West Broad Street.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2025
Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
NextStop Theatre Presents NATIVE GARDENS
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2025
NextStop Theatre Company has announced its upcoming production of Native Gardens by D.C. based playwright Karen Zacarías, running January 23–February 16, 2025.
Dark Family Comedy MY BROTHER DEATH to Open at The Z in January
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2025
The Z will present the workshop premiere of 'My Brother Death,' a new play by playwright Jordan Noble, directed by Donovan Mitchell of the Governor's School for the Arts. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
INTO THE BREECHES Comes to Little Theatre of Virginia Beach
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2025
The Little Theatre of Virginia Beach has announced its upcoming production of Into the Breeches!, a heartwarming and hilarious comedy by George Brant. Learn more here!
1st Stage Announces THE LAKE EFFECT By Rajiv Joseph
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2025
The 1st Stage production of The Lake Effect features returning 1st Stage artist Jonathan Del Palmer (The Rainmaker, columbinus, The Member of the Wedding) and welcomes Surasree Das and Shaan Sharma to 1st Stage.
Maria Bamford Comes to Attucks Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2025
Maria Bamford is coming to Attucks Theatre this month. The performance is set for next week. Learn more about this upcoming event and find out how to get tickets here!
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards; KINKY BOOTS at Little Theatre of Virginia Beach Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards; Little Theatre of Virginia Beach Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Creative Cauldron Welcomes in the New Year with Annual PASSPORT MUSIC FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Creative Cauldron's popular “Passport Music Festival” concert series is back again for the 14th year. The festival features music from some of the most talented and diverse musicians in the DMV and beyond.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards; KINKY BOOTS at Little Theatre of Virginia Beach Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Central Virginia Awards
by BWW Awards - December 09, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Voting Open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards
by BWW Awards - December 03, 2024
Voting is now open for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central Virginia Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Comedian Nate Bargatze Brings BIG DUMB EYES Tour to Scope Arena
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2024
Comedian Nate Bargatze announced 66 dates for his 2025 BIG DUMB EYES WORLD TOUR that will include stops in North America, Europe, and The Middle East including a stop at Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA.
Encore Performance Of Gospel Musical, REFLECTIONS, to be Presented by J.L. Dean Productions
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2024
J.L. Dean Productions-a newly established faith-based theatrical company-will present an encore performance of Reflections, a gospel musical inspired by the early 1990s. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Richmond County Orchestra Will Perform New Production of CONCERTO DI NATALE
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2024
The Holiday season will be ushered in on Sunday, December 8 at 3 p.m. with Staten Island newest Lesko Ballet's Nutcracker in Richmond County Orchestra’s Concerto di Natale.  
Creative Cauldron Presents Annual Holiday Musical MADELINE'S CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2024
Creative Cauldron brings back its annual Holiday show with the heart-warming musical Madeline's Christmas. The production runs from December 6 - 22, 2024.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Comes to Virginia Rep this Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2024
Virginia Rep will celebrate the holiday season with an ambitious and scrumdiddlyumptious production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, presented December 5 - January 12 on the Majorie Arenstein stage at the historic November Theatre. 

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Zakir Khan Live in Central Virginia Zakir Khan Live
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Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves! in Central Virginia Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves!
Capital One Hall (6/5 - 6/5)
Coffee Concert: Olga Kern and Virginia Arts Festival Chamber Players in Central Virginia Coffee Concert: Olga Kern and Virginia Arts Festival Chamber Players
Robin Hixon Theater, Clay and Jay Barr Education Center (5/21 - 5/21)
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