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Virginia Arts Festival Selected As A '50 For 50 Arts Inspiration' By The Virginia Com

Virginia Arts Festival Selected As A '50 For 50 Arts Inspiration' By The Virginia Commission For The Arts!

by BWW News Desk — November 15, 2017
From an original pool of over 350 nominees, the Virginia Commission for the Arts (VCA), the state arts agency, has selected the Virginia Arts Festival to receive one of its prestigious 50 for 50 Arts Inspiration Awards in the category of Bedrock Institutions.
Kafka's THE TRIAL Will Play January 17-February 18 at Synetic

Kafka's THE TRIAL Will Play January 17-February 18 at Synetic

by BWW News Desk — November 13, 2017
Picture this: A 30-year-old man going about his day, when suddenly without cause or warning, he is arrested while at work.
BWW Review: HATTheatre's HILLARY AND CLINTON: Affairs, Rivalries and a Soupçon of Sc

BWW Review: HATTheatre's HILLARY AND CLINTON: Affairs, Rivalries and a Soupçon of Sci-Fi

by Brent Deekens — November 11, 2017
HILLARY AND CLINTON, a kind of seriocomedy written by Lucas Hnath, is about the Clintons.
Roanoke Children's Theatre To Hold Broadway Master Class

Roanoke Children's Theatre To Hold Broadway Master Class

by BWW News Desk — November 11, 2017
Calling all actors! Roanoke Children's Theatre is pleased to announce that a Broadway Master Class will take place on November 11, 2017 from 9 a.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents Kathy Rivera

Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents Kathy Rivera

by BWW News Desk — November 11, 2017
Swift Creek Mill Theatre is pleased to present Kathy Rivera as our Featured Artist during the production of The Andrews Brothers running November 11th, 2017 through December 31st, 2017.
BWW Review: MURDER BALLAD at 5th Wall Theatre

BWW Review: MURDER BALLAD at 5th Wall Theatre

by Brent Deekens — November 10, 2017
True to their slogan 'Theatre Beyond Boundaries,' director Lucian Restivo and the personnel at 5th Wall have executed (pun intended) a distinctly immersive theatrical gambit with pulverizing marks.
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, THE MUSICAL to Take the Stage at Roanoke Children's

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, THE MUSICAL to Take the Stage at Roanoke Children's Theatre

by BWW News Desk — November 9, 2017
A beloved holiday classic has been reimagined as a fun and hilarious musical guaranteed to thrill the entire family.
Cast, Creative Team Set for The Hub Theatre's 'PEEKABOO!' World Premiere

Cast, Creative Team Set for The Hub Theatre's 'PEEKABOO!' World Premiere

by BWW News Desk — November 9, 2017
The Hub Theatre presents a nativity play like you have never seen by DC-native Anne M.
Food City Donates Building to Barter Theatre

Food City Donates Building to Barter Theatre

by BWW News Desk — November 9, 2017
Food City President and Chief Executive Officer Steven C.
IN THE WORKS Comes to The Duplex Cabaret Theatre Sunday, 11/12

IN THE WORKS Comes to The Duplex Cabaret Theatre Sunday, 11/12

by BWW News Desk — November 8, 2017
Moss Productions is proud to present In The Works.
Review Roundup: THE PARCHMAN HOUR at Virginia Stage

Review Roundup: THE PARCHMAN HOUR at Virginia Stage

by BWW News Desk — November 8, 2017
THE PARCHMAN HOUR: SONGS AND STORIES OF THE '61 FREEDOM RIDERS runs through November 12, and the critics are weighing in!
Virginia Stage Announces THE SANTALAND DIARIES as Second Christmas Show

Virginia Stage Announces THE SANTALAND DIARIES as Second Christmas Show

by BWW News Desk — November 8, 2017
With the holiday season just around the corner, Virginia Stage Company adds a special late night show for mature elves only.
Second Round Titles Announced For The Shakespeare's New Contemporaries Project

Second Round Titles Announced For The Shakespeare's New Contemporaries Project

by BWW News Desk — November 7, 2017
From June 1 - August 1, 2018, the American Shakespeare Center (ASC) will seek plays that are inspired by and in conversation with Othello; Henry IV, Part 2; Cymbeline; and A Midsummer Night's Dream for the second round of the Shakespeare's New Contemporaries (SNC) Project.
The Verve Pipe, Ana Popovic and More Join 2017-18 The Barns at Wolf Trap Season

The Verve Pipe, Ana Popovic and More Join 2017-18 The Barns at Wolf Trap Season

by BWW News Desk — November 7, 2017
Today, Wolf Trap added six new shows to its 2017-2018 The Barns at Wolf Trap season; including The Verve Pipe, San Fermin, The Last Bandoleros, two nights of Pat McGee, and Ana Popovic (detailed listing information below my signature).
World Premiere Reading of RUSTBELT:2014 Comes to Virginia

World Premiere Reading of RUSTBELT:2014 Comes to Virginia

by BWW News Desk — November 6, 2017
In the hills of West Virginia 2014, a spill of Methylcyclohexanemethanol (a coal washing agent) compromised the water of 300,000 residents.
K Dance's 19th Annual YES! Dance Festival Comes to Firehouse Theatre

K Dance's 19th Annual YES! Dance Festival Comes to Firehouse Theatre

by BWW News Desk — November 6, 2017
K Dance brings together seven contemporary modern dance companies presenting new works on the Firehouse Theatre stage.
BWW Review: Eugene O'Neill's DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS at Firehouse Theatre: Simple, Brut

BWW Review: Eugene O'Neill's DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS at Firehouse Theatre: Simple, Brutal Brilliance

by Brent Deekens — November 3, 2017
For those unfamiliar with Eugene O'Neill's stark allegory of a poor family's struggle against the stagnant days of the Great Depression: don't let anyone (the internet included) spoil it for you! Not even me; and I'll keep things brief here, too.
MIRACLE ON SOUTH DIVISION STREET Comes to Virginia Rep

MIRACLE ON SOUTH DIVISION STREET Comes to Virginia Rep

by BWW News Desk — November 2, 2017
Virginia Rep opens the 2017-18 Hanover Tavern season this winter with Miracle on South Division Street, a heartwarming family comedy by Tom Dudzick.
Roanoke Children's Theatre To Hold Broadway Master Class

Roanoke Children's Theatre To Hold Broadway Master Class

by BWW News Desk — November 2, 2017
Calling all actors! Roanoke Children's Theatre is pleased to announce that a Broadway Master Class will take place on November 11, 2017 from 9 a.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents ALL MY SONS

Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents ALL MY SONS

by BWW News Desk — November 2, 2017
Arthur Miller's classic drama is as relevant today as it was when it was written in 1947.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents DRIFTY'S HOLIDAY FOLLIES

Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents DRIFTY'S HOLIDAY FOLLIES

by BWW News Desk — November 2, 2017
Legendary Hollywood film director Max Von Strudel has been hired to transform the annual North Pole Follies into something even more spectacular! Trouble is, there's not much in the talent pool, until Mr.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents Kathy Rivera

Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents Kathy Rivera

by BWW News Desk — November 2, 2017
Swift Creek Mill Theatre is pleased to present Kathy Rivera as our Featured Artist during the production of The Andrews Brothers running November 11th, 2017 through December 31st, 2017.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents The Andrews Brothers

Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents The Andrews Brothers

by BWW News Desk — November 2, 2017
A USO performance in the south Pacific by the Andrews Sisters is in jeopardy of cancellation when they fail to appear shortly before curtain time.
VIDEO: Watch The Cast of THE PARCHMAN HOUR In Rehearsals

VIDEO: Watch The Cast of THE PARCHMAN HOUR In Rehearsals

by BWW News Desk — November 2, 2017
THE PARCHMAN HOUR runs through November 12 at Virginia Stage Company.
DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS Extended at Firehouse Theatre Through 11/18

DESIRE UNDER THE ELMS Extended at Firehouse Theatre Through 11/18

by BWW News Desk — November 1, 2017
Firehouse Theatre is pleased to announce an extension of six additional performances of its powerful and theatrically potent production of Eugene O'Neill's rarely produced masterpiece of malice, madness, and murder.

Videos


Palmyra in Central Virginia Palmyra
Perry Pavilion (5/27-5/27)
Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter Tour in Central Virginia Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter Tour
Capital One Hall (6/27-6/27)
Violent Femmes in Central Virginia Violent Femmes
Elmwood Park Amphitheate (9/22-9/22)
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers - Indigo Park Tour  in Central Virginia Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers - Indigo Park Tour
Ferguson Center for the Arts, Christopher Newport University, Newport News (10/17-10/17)
Virginia Symphony Orchestra | Eric Jacobsen, conductor | Finding Peace at Potsdam  in Central Virginia Virginia Symphony Orchestra | Eric Jacobsen, conductor | Finding Peace at Potsdam
Chrysler Hall (5/29-5/29)
Asian Comedy Showcase in Central Virginia Asian Comedy Showcase
Capital One Hall (5/22-5/22)
Zakir Khan Live in Central Virginia Zakir Khan Live
Capital One Hall (5/23-5/23)
Dr. Smile in Central Virginia Dr. Smile
Zeiders American Dream Theater (5/15-5/30)
The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes in Central Virginia The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes
Capital One Hall (6/07-6/07)
Statistically Speaking: A Dance in Numbers in Central Virginia Statistically Speaking: A Dance in Numbers
Capital One Hall (6/12-6/12)