Photo Flash: First Look at DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS at Firehouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2017
Firehouse Theatre presents Noble prize-winning American playwright Eugene O'Neill's powerful tale of love, lust, and loathing -- DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS -- from tonight, October 20, through November 5, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2017
Firehouse Theatre presents Noble prize-winning American playwright Eugene O'Neill's powerful tale of love, lust, and loathing -- DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS -- from tonight, October 20, through November 5, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Stacey Cabaj and Morgan Reynolds to Star in MARY POPPINS at Virginia Rep
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Mary Poppins on Friday, November 17, 2017, at the November Theatre/Arenstein Stage, 114 West Broad Street. The show will run through December 31, 2017. Previews will run for two nights on Wednesday, November 15 and Thursday, November 16, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Mary Poppins on Friday, November 17, 2017, at the November Theatre/Arenstein Stage, 114 West Broad Street. The show will run through December 31, 2017. Previews will run for two nights on Wednesday, November 15 and Thursday, November 16, 2017.
Institute for Contemporary Art to Open Next Spring at Virginia Commonwealth University
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2017
On April 21, 2018, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) will unveil the Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA), a new, non-collecting contemporary art institution designed by Steven Holl Architects.
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2017
On April 21, 2018, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) will unveil the Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA), a new, non-collecting contemporary art institution designed by Steven Holl Architects.
Charlottesville Opera Announces Interim Artistic Director and 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Charlottesville Opera has named Steven Jarvi as Interim Artistic Director for 2017/2018.
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Charlottesville Opera has named Steven Jarvi as Interim Artistic Director for 2017/2018.
Wolf Trap Adds Two New Shows to 2017-18 The Barns at Wolf Trap Season
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Wolf Trap has added two new shows to its 2017-2018 The Barns at Wolf Trap season - a theatrical chamber music piece Shostakovich and the Black Monk: A Russian Fantasy (3/11), presented in collaboration with the Smithsonian Associates, and Enter The Haggis (3/7).
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Wolf Trap has added two new shows to its 2017-2018 The Barns at Wolf Trap season - a theatrical chamber music piece Shostakovich and the Black Monk: A Russian Fantasy (3/11), presented in collaboration with the Smithsonian Associates, and Enter The Haggis (3/7).
Songwriter and Playwright Zack Zadek Receives VCCA Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
Zack Zadek of Brooklyn, NY, has been awarded a fellowship by the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA). The VCCA is located near Sweet Briar College in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in rural Virginia. Zack Zadek will be among approximately 25 Fellows focusing on their own creative projects at this working retreat for visual artists, writers and composers.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
Zack Zadek of Brooklyn, NY, has been awarded a fellowship by the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts (VCCA). The VCCA is located near Sweet Briar College in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in rural Virginia. Zack Zadek will be among approximately 25 Fellows focusing on their own creative projects at this working retreat for visual artists, writers and composers.
Liminality Theatre Company's Avery Sedlacek of SURVIVOR'S GUILT
by Christopher Castanho - October 09, 2017
The play 'Survivor's Guilt or The Jumping Off Point' by Virginian playwright Alex Flanigan will be produced at Liminality Theatre Company in Winchester, VA October 13th-14th. Liminality Theatre Company is a student-run theatre, comprised of Shenandoah University students. Their mission statement details their goal to create work outside the idea of traditional theatre.
by Christopher Castanho - October 09, 2017
The play 'Survivor's Guilt or The Jumping Off Point' by Virginian playwright Alex Flanigan will be produced at Liminality Theatre Company in Winchester, VA October 13th-14th. Liminality Theatre Company is a student-run theatre, comprised of Shenandoah University students. Their mission statement details their goal to create work outside the idea of traditional theatre.
BWW Review: Richmond Triangle Players' CLOUD 9: A Mysterious Cup of Tea
by Brent Deekens - October 07, 2017
CLOUD 9 is a charmingly funny but introspective head-scratcher of a play that shouldn't be missed. The entire company, production team, and everyone at Richmond Triangle Players have delivered a solid piece of theatre.
by Brent Deekens - October 07, 2017
CLOUD 9 is a charmingly funny but introspective head-scratcher of a play that shouldn't be missed. The entire company, production team, and everyone at Richmond Triangle Players have delivered a solid piece of theatre.
BWW Review: Quill Theatre's LYSISTRATA: Possibly the Hottest Ticket in Town for Obvious (and Perhaps Some Not-So-Obvious) Reasons
by Brent Deekens - October 07, 2017
Plays at the Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse in the Dominion Arts Center through the 14th of October, 2017.
by Brent Deekens - October 07, 2017
Plays at the Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse in the Dominion Arts Center through the 14th of October, 2017.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE LAST FIVE YEARS, Now Extended at TheatreLAB
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
By popular demand, TheatreLAB and Yes, And! Entertainment have announced that their production of Jason Robert Brown's The Last Five Years will now run through October 28th. BroadwayWorld has a look at Richmond Theatre Critics Circle Award winners Alexander Sapp and Christie Jackson in action below!
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
By popular demand, TheatreLAB and Yes, And! Entertainment have announced that their production of Jason Robert Brown's The Last Five Years will now run through October 28th. BroadwayWorld has a look at Richmond Theatre Critics Circle Award winners Alexander Sapp and Christie Jackson in action below!
Virginia Stage Company to Continue 39th Season with 'THE PARCHMAN HOUR'
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
Virginia Stage Company continues its 39th Season with The Parchman Hour: Songs and Stories of the '61 Freedom Riders. Co-produced with Norfolk State University Theatre Company, The Parchman Hour journeys through the Deep South with the pioneers who fought discrimination and paved the way for the future. Written and directed by Mike Wiley, this play is adapted from real life accounts of the 1961 Freedom Rides and shares these struggles through music that ranges from spirituals to Bob Dylan.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
Virginia Stage Company continues its 39th Season with The Parchman Hour: Songs and Stories of the '61 Freedom Riders. Co-produced with Norfolk State University Theatre Company, The Parchman Hour journeys through the Deep South with the pioneers who fought discrimination and paved the way for the future. Written and directed by Mike Wiley, this play is adapted from real life accounts of the 1961 Freedom Rides and shares these struggles through music that ranges from spirituals to Bob Dylan.
Real, Rescued, Acrobatic Housecats to Perform at NextStop Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
The Amazing Acro-cats Featuring Tuna and the Rock Cats are a troupe of REAL performing house cats.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
The Amazing Acro-cats Featuring Tuna and the Rock Cats are a troupe of REAL performing house cats.
8th Annual Festy Experience Sets Daily Schedule, Kids Activities and More
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
The 8th Annual Festy Experience takes place October 5-8, 2017 in the Blue Ridge Bowl at Infinity Downs Farm, a 387-acre property in Arrington, Virginia (also the new home of LOCKN' Festival) at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
The 8th Annual Festy Experience takes place October 5-8, 2017 in the Blue Ridge Bowl at Infinity Downs Farm, a 387-acre property in Arrington, Virginia (also the new home of LOCKN' Festival) at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Robert Duvall to Bring Evening of Storytelling to Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
He's been in wars, he's survived the apocalypse, he's driven cattle across the country, but he's never been to Barter Theatre. Until now.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
He's been in wars, he's survived the apocalypse, he's driven cattle across the country, but he's never been to Barter Theatre. Until now.
A LITTLE PRINCESS, WITCH and More Set for Creative Cauldron's 2017-18 Theatrical Season
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
The 2017-18 Season will mark Creative Cauldron's ninth year producing and presenting live theater and music at ArtSpace Falls Church. The season includes a diverse range of programming for adults and families alike.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
The 2017-18 Season will mark Creative Cauldron's ninth year producing and presenting live theater and music at ArtSpace Falls Church. The season includes a diverse range of programming for adults and families alike.
The Infamous Stringdusters, The Travelin' McCourys and More Among The Festy Experience's 2017 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
The Festy Experience has announced the first half of its music lineup for the 8th annual festival, happening October 5-8, 2017 in the Blue Ridge Bowl at Infinity Downs Farm in Arrington, Virginia.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
The Festy Experience has announced the first half of its music lineup for the 8th annual festival, happening October 5-8, 2017 in the Blue Ridge Bowl at Infinity Downs Farm in Arrington, Virginia.
Marin Shakespeare Company's Lesley Currier Named 2017 Burbage Award Recipient
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
American Shakespeare Center (ASC) Co-Founder and Director of Mission Ralph Alan Cohen presented the 2017 Burbage Award to Lesley Currier, Founding Managing Director of Marin Shakespeare Company. The American Shakespeare Center presents the prestigious Burbage Award annually to a person whose work has advanced the love and enjoyment of the works of William Shakespeare through the public production of his plays.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
American Shakespeare Center (ASC) Co-Founder and Director of Mission Ralph Alan Cohen presented the 2017 Burbage Award to Lesley Currier, Founding Managing Director of Marin Shakespeare Company. The American Shakespeare Center presents the prestigious Burbage Award annually to a person whose work has advanced the love and enjoyment of the works of William Shakespeare through the public production of his plays.
FRIENDLY'S FIRE Comes to Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
One man will see just what lengths a good friend will go to when he is in need this fall in Friendly's Fire, starting Oct.5.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
One man will see just what lengths a good friend will go to when he is in need this fall in Friendly's Fire, starting Oct.5.
BWW Review: TheatreLAB And Yes, And's THE LAST FIVE YEARS Stays With You
by Brent Deekens - October 02, 2017
It is this reviewer's exultant onus to relay that in the case of TheatreLAB and YES, AND's production of THE LAST FIVE YEARS, director Chelsea Burke and her team have pulled out all of the stops to give the audience an unforgettable experience, with the technical follow-through and musical polish to rival any production that has ever been mounted. And these generous qualities are symbiotically aligned with the equally powerful presence of actors Christie Jackson and Alexander Sapp. It's just that freaking good.
by Brent Deekens - October 02, 2017
It is this reviewer's exultant onus to relay that in the case of TheatreLAB and YES, AND's production of THE LAST FIVE YEARS, director Chelsea Burke and her team have pulled out all of the stops to give the audience an unforgettable experience, with the technical follow-through and musical polish to rival any production that has ever been mounted. And these generous qualities are symbiotically aligned with the equally powerful presence of actors Christie Jackson and Alexander Sapp. It's just that freaking good.
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Mill Mountain Theatre
by Christopher Castanho - October 02, 2017
Mill Mountain Theatre presents the hilarious Little Shop Of Horrors, October 4th-22nd. From the music & lyrical team that brought you the original animated film Disney's Beauty & The Beast comes a musical of a different style. Part horror comedy musical, part sci-fi spoof; all delicious fun, Little Shop of Horrors has been making audiences all over the country scream with laughter since its debut in the early 80's.
by Christopher Castanho - October 02, 2017
Mill Mountain Theatre presents the hilarious Little Shop Of Horrors, October 4th-22nd. From the music & lyrical team that brought you the original animated film Disney's Beauty & The Beast comes a musical of a different style. Part horror comedy musical, part sci-fi spoof; all delicious fun, Little Shop of Horrors has been making audiences all over the country scream with laughter since its debut in the early 80's.
Tickets on Sale Now for ShenanArts THE GAME'S AFOOT
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2017
It is December 1936 and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world over for his leading role in the play Sherlock Holmes, has invited his fellow cast-members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2017
It is December 1936 and Broadway star William Gillette, admired the world over for his leading role in the play Sherlock Holmes, has invited his fellow cast-members to his Connecticut castle for a weekend of revelry
Reston Players Present Broadway Classic AIDA
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2017
Aida, winner of four Tony Awards and featuring music by pop legend Sir Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice, will be sweeping the Reston Community Center stage for 10 extraordinary performances. This musical is popular and special because its story combines a tragedy of love and intriguing politics. Although set in Egypt centuries ago, theatergoers will experience the tension created by the forbidden love between a Nubian princess and an Egyptian soldier betrothed to the Pharaoh's daughter.
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2017
Aida, winner of four Tony Awards and featuring music by pop legend Sir Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice, will be sweeping the Reston Community Center stage for 10 extraordinary performances. This musical is popular and special because its story combines a tragedy of love and intriguing politics. Although set in Egypt centuries ago, theatergoers will experience the tension created by the forbidden love between a Nubian princess and an Egyptian soldier betrothed to the Pharaoh's daughter.
Review Roundup: SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE at Virginia Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE will run at Virginia Repertory Theatre through October 8, and the critics are weighing in!
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE will run at Virginia Repertory Theatre through October 8, and the critics are weighing in!
Virginia Rep Welcomes Kikau L. Alvaro as New Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces Kikau L. Alvaro as the new Associate Artistic Director.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces Kikau L. Alvaro as the new Associate Artistic Director.
BWW Review: SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE at Virginia Repertory Theatre is Thoroughly Entertaining
by Jeremy Bustin - September 27, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre's production of SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE is first-rate entertainment that will keep audiences smiling through the final curtain. I loved it.
by Jeremy Bustin - September 27, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre's production of SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE is first-rate entertainment that will keep audiences smiling through the final curtain. I loved it.
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Fairfax Symphony Presents How To Train Your Dragon In Concert
Capital One Hall (3/14 - 3/14) | |
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Virginia Symphony Orchestra | Eric Jacobsen, conductor | Finding Peace at Potsdam
Ferguson Center for the Arts (5/30 - 5/30) | |
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Love Notes
Capital One Hall (2/14 - 2/14) | |
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Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Got the Moves!
Capital One Hall (6/5 - 6/5) | |
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A Solo Evening of Music with Chris Thile
Perry Pavilion (6/12 - 6/12) | |
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Soles of Duende: Can We Dance Here?
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (2/21 - 2/21) | |
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Attucks Jazz Club: Anaïs Reno, vocalist
Attucks Theatre (3/14 - 3/14) | |
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