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ShenanArts to Hold Auditions for BILLY ELLIOT Next Month
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2017
ShenanArts will hold auditions for BILLY ELLIOT next month.
RCT Kicks Off 10th Anniversary Season with GOOSEBUMPS
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2017
Something frightfully fun is coming to Roanoke. To celebrate the 10th Anniversary Season, Roanoke Children's Theatre is proud to bring a Regional Premiere to the stage. R.L. Stine's GOOSEBUMPS: Phantom of the Auditorium, The Musical will kick off the celebratory season, playing September 22-24, 2017 at the Jefferson Center (541 Luck Ave SW).
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW to Do the Time Warp in Appomattox
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2017
It's Wolfbane's 10th birthday-- and what better way to celebrate than Richard O'Brien's ultimate party classic, 'The Rocky Horror Show!'
Inventive and Engaging, ALICE: A NEW MUSICAL is a Fresh Trip Down the Rabbit Hole
by Jeremy Bustin - August 22, 2017
Under the imaginative hand of Adam Ferguson, The Basement is transformed into a 360-degree Wonderland. Serving as the director, scenic designer and props master, Ferguson displays the kind of vision and talent that take years to hone.
Robert Duvall to Bring Evening of Storytelling to Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 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.
Theatre Company Celebrates Five Season with World Premieres and Audience Favorites
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2017
Arts on the Horizon, the country's first theatre company specifically focused on children ages zero to six, is proud to announce the first production of their 5th Anniversary Season, Drumming with Dishes. The show was originally performed as Arts on the Horizon's inaugural show in May 2011.
Roanoke Children's Theatre Academy to Kick Off Next Weekend
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2017
Calling all aspiring actors and students who just want to have fun! The 10th Anniversary Season at Roanoke Children's Theatre kicks off on August 27, 2017 with the start of RCT Academy Classes for the Fall Semester.
Virginia Stage Season 39 is Off to Record Start
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2017
Tickets for Virginia Stage Company's Season 39 have been on sale for just a few days and have broken multiple sales records, seeing more than a threefold increase on opening day over last season. This combined with season membership sales, that have already exceeded all of last season, shows promise for what was anticipated to be Virginia Stage's most blockbuster season in years.
TheatreLAB & Firehouse Theatre present ALICE: A NEW MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2017
The team currently presenting HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL, TheatreLAB & Firehouse Theatre, are proud to bring another exciting musical to the Richmond stage this summer. ALICE: a new musical, with music & lyrics by Lesley DeSantis & Andrew Barbato and book by Andrew Barbato. Directed by Adam B. Ferguson, the production will take place at TheatreLAB's venue, The Basement (300 East Broad Street), running August 12th-20th.
Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights Returns to Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2017
Barter Theatre announces the lineup for its 17th annual Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights (AFPP). Barter has a rich tradition of producing new plays, and this year six original plays and one mini-production will be presented before audiences.
FUN HOME Opens Cadence Theatre Company's 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2017
Cadence Theatre Company and Virginia Repertory Theatre are pleased to present their first co-production of the 2017-2018 Cadence Season, Fun Home, book and lyrics by Lisa Kron and music by Jeanine Tesori. Adapted from the graphic memoir by Alison Bechdel, Fun Home is in celebration of Richmond Triangle Players'25th Anniversary Season.
Tickets Now On Sale for Shenan Arts' ROCKY HORROR
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2017
Innocent Brad and Janet find themselves seeking shelter at a mysterious old castle on a dark and stormy night, where they encounter transvestite Dr. Frank 'n' Furter, his 'perfect' creation Rocky, and an assortment of other crazy creatures.
A LITTLE PRINCESS, WITCH and More Set for Creative Cauldron's 2017-18 Theatrical Season
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 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.
Tickets Still Available for SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL at ShenanArts
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2017
Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! All of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters are lovingly brought to life, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination - JoJo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus and to the invisible world of the Whos.
Off-Broadway's THE VIEW UPSTAIRS to Launch Richmond Triangle Players' 25th Season
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2017
Richmond Triangle Players launches its 25th Anniversary Season with the first post-New York production of the acclaimed new off-Broadway musical, The View UpStairs.
'Walk the Line' to Barter Theatre for MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2017
The Tony® Award-winning Broadway musical Million Dollar Quartet, inspired by the electrifying true story, rocks Barter Theatre's Gilliam Stage on Aug. 18.
Firehouse Theatre Preps for Second Annual BATTLE OF THE CORPORATE BANDS
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2017
Firehouse Theatre will host the 2nd annual BATTLE OF THE CORPORATE BANDS at The Broadberry on Saturday, September 16, 2017.
CAT Theatre To Host 2017 Red Eye 10s International Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2017
CAT Theatre is once again the East Coast Host to the Red Eye 10s International Play Festival. The festival takes place on September 30, 2017, and is a 24-Hour, 10-Minute Play festival featuring six original plays in multiple theaters around the world ON THE SAME DAY! Red Eye hosts produce the six plays and share that process with everyone else involved through social media and our redeye10s.com website. It's a worldwide collaboration and celebration of new work. The festival culminates in an exciting evening of public performances on September 30, 2017.
BWW Review: DA at Virginia Repertory Theatre
by Jeremy Bustin - August 04, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre's intimate space at the Hanover Tavern is the perfect venue for Hugh Leonard's Drama Circle and Tony Award-winning play, DA. Set in Ireland in the 1960s, the production is equal parts memory play and Irish comedy.
BWW Review: RAGTIME at Peninsula Community Theatre
by Jeremy Bustin - August 03, 2017
The Hampton Roads theatre scene is bursting with talent, and some of it is on display in Peninsula Community Theatre's enjoyable production of RAGTIME. The production follows three distinct societal classes in New York at the turn of the 20th century. Exploring themes of racism, anti-Semitism, anti-immigrant bias and radicalism, RAGTIME is just as relevant to today's America as with the stories featured in PCT's production.
Wolf Trap Announces Initial Lineup of The Barns at Wolf Trap's 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2017
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts today announced the first performances of the 2017-2018 season at The Barns at Wolf Trap, its historic 382-seat indoor venue.
FOOTLOOSE and SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY Add Shows at Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2017
Audiences have spoken, and Barter Theatre is listening.
3rd Annual Big Buggs Island Blues Bash Features Best Lineup Yet
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2017
Announcing the 3rd Annual Big Buggs Island Blues Bash, Saturday, September 30, from 2pm-10pm (rain or shine), on the Lake at Robbins Ballpark, 104 Woodland Drive in Clarksville, VA.
Barter Theatre's Late Night Cabaret to Bring Hidden Talents to Light
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2017
Have you ever wondered what hidden talents the Barter Theatre crew are just waiting to unleash?
BWW Review: MAMMA MIA at Altria Theater
by Jeremy Bustin - July 26, 2017
For two nights only, the 'Farewell Tour' of MAMMA MIA brings the beloved jukebox musical back to Richmond. The Altria Theater is the second to last stop on the 10-month 'final' American tour for this crowd-pleasing production.

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