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YANKEE DOODLE CIRCUS Comes to Firehouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2017
Firehouse Theatre will be transformed into a circus big top when it hosts a variety of events in September under the banner of the YANKEE DOODLE CIRCUS, which is the name of the circus troupe that gets stranded in Vinton, Indiana in Bo Wilson's new play FOOD, CLOTHING, AND SHELTER. Other September events include magician David London's MAGIC OUTSIDE THE BOX and THE ADVENTURE TO THE IMAGI NATION, magicians Brian Curry and Mark Phillips' CATCH ME: THE MAGIC DUEL, Brian Curry's MAGIC AND MISCHIEF, WORDS ON FIRE: HAPPY HOUR POETRY, and River City Vaudeville's IT CAME FROM VAUDEVILLE: A SCI-FI VAUDEVILLE EXPERIENCE.
FOOTLOOSE and SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY Add Shows at Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2017
Audiences have spoken, and Barter Theatre is listening.
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company to Present JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2017
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company (CFTC) will present Tim Rice and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," July 21-29, 2017.
Photo Flash: IAMSHE Productions presents FIVE FLIGHTS by Adam Bock
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2017
Five Flights by Adam Bock, an independent theater production by IAMSHE Productions opened July 20, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. and will continue through July 29, 2017.  All performances are at  319 N Wilkinson Rd, Henrico, VA 23227. 
Wolfbane's EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL Returns Groovier Than Ever
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2017
Wolfbane Productions, a professional, outdoor theatre company, in association with Jamerson Building Supply and Williams Collision Center, is thrilled to announce the return of 'Evil Dead: the Musical!'
Dave Eggar Returns to Barter Theatre 7/23
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2017
Local favorite Dave Eggar is returning to Barter Theatre's Gilliam Stage this year in a one-night event composed just for the venue.
Off-Broadway's THE VIEW UPSTAIRS to Launch Richmond Triangle Players' 25th Season
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 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.
Barter Players Make Magic with CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2017
The Barter Players are bringing "Cinderella," originally written by the Brothers Grimm, to an all-new ball that runs through July 15.
What Does Performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Mean to These Virginia Based Students?
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2017
Award winning Beyond the Page Theatre Company at West Potomac High School hits the Edinburgh Fringe for the second time after selling out their 2015 run of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at SpaceTriplex with the American High School Theatre Festival.
Wolfbane's EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL Returns Groovier Than Ever
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2017
Wolfbane Productions, a professional, outdoor theatre company, in association with Jamerson Building Supply and Williams Collision Center, is thrilled to announce the return of 'Evil Dead: the Musical!'
Swift Creek Mill Theatre Announces Featured Artist Sharon Denmark
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2017
Swift Creek Mill Theatre is pleased to present Sharon Denmark as our Featured Artist during the production of The Musical of Musicals: The Musical running July 13th through August 13th 2017.  All are welcome to enjoy Sharon's work in The Mill Room during dinner/lunch or during intermission of each performance.    
5th Wall Theatre Announces Its 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2017
5th Wall Theatre has announced their 2017-2018 Season, and it's a season that promises to hold both creative diversity and meaningful collaboration with theatre companies across Virginia.
BWW Review: NEXT TO NORMAL at The Williamsburg Players is Heartrending and Powerful
by Jeremy Bustin - July 10, 2017
NEXT TO NORMAL is an emotional roller coaster that's unlike anything in the Broadway archives. It's an important story and the kind of powerful theatre that changes people to the core. The Williamsburg Players' production is not to be missed. It runs through July 16 at the James York Playhouse.
Cast, Creatives Announced for Hub's THE HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2017
The Hub Theatre celebrates summer with the regional premiere of The Happiest Place on Earth, by Philip Dawkins.
BWW Review: TheatreLAB and Firehouse Theatre's Co-production of HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL is So Very.
by Jeremy Bustin - July 06, 2017
Not since Virginia Repertory Theatre's acclaimed staging of Spring Awakening has there been so much teen angst on one stage in Richmond. Like the aforementioned production, the young, spry cast of TheatreLAB's and Firehouse Theatre's Heathers: The Musical brings tenacity, rockin' vocals and an abundance of snark to Richmond audiences.
Barter Theatre's Late Night Cabaret to Bring Hidden Talents to Light
by BWW News Desk - July 06, 2017
Have you ever wondered what hidden talents the Barter Theatre crew are just waiting to unleash?
Photo Flash: Molly Pope is SECOND TO NUN at Zeiders American Dream Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2017
Zeiders American Dream Theater presents the world premiere new musical, Second To Nun, running June 29 through August 5, 2017. Opening night was Saturday, July 1, coinciding with Canada's 150th Anniversary. Performances continue Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7pm.
Charlottesville Opera's 40th Summer Season Begins Soon
by BWW News Desk - July 04, 2017
The renamed Charlottesville Opera's 40th summer season begins later this month with performances at The Paramount Theater of Verdi's tragic masterpiece, Rigoletto and Rodgers and Hammerstein's landmark musical, Oklahoma!.
HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Extends at Firehouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2017
The co-producers of HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL have extended performances of their summer production that will now run throughSaturday, August 12.
Jeff Phillips and Ty Simpson to Lead CAT Theatre's BASKERVILLE
by BWW News Desk - July 03, 2017
CAT Theatre to present Ken Ludwig's Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery September 1 through September 16, 2017.
Tickets for Shenan Arts SEUSSICAL Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 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.
VIDEO: Sneak a Peek at Arielle Jacobs, JJ Caruncho, and More in Virginia Rep's IN THE HEIGHTS
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2017
With a book by Quiara Alegria Hudes and music and lyrics by Hamilton creator, Lin-Manuel Miranda, In The Heights features spirited characters, pulsing choreography, and an award-winning Latin hip-hop-infused score. Virginia Rep is remounting the original Broadway design, check out a preview below!
Firehouse & TheatreLab Extend Run of HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2017
Firehouse Theatre and TheatreLab, the co-producers of HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL, have added performances of their summer production that will now run for a limited engagement from June 23 to July 16, 2017.
Firehouse Theatre and TheatreLAB to Present HEATHERS THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - July 01, 2017
What's your damage? Based on the classic 1989 cult-favorite film, HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL is the darkly delicious story of a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who finds herself in the most powerful and ruthless clique at Westerberg High -- the Heathers. But before she can get comfortable on the peak of the high school food chain her mysterious boyfriend has a plan to put the Heathers in their place -- six feet under. HEATHER: THE MUSICAL is sexy, sassy, laugh-out-loud funny, and is guaranteed to blow you away.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre Announces 2017 – 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2017
See the full 2017-2018 lineup coming up over at Swift Creek Mill Theatre!

Videos


Peppa Pig – My First Concert in Central Virginia Peppa Pig – My First Concert
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (4/11 - 4/11)
Borromeo String Quartet & Verona Quartet in Central Virginia Borromeo String Quartet & Verona Quartet
Kaufman Theater, Chrysler Museum of Art (4/13 - 4/13)
Christian McBride with Ursa Major in Central Virginia Christian McBride with Ursa Major
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts (5/17 - 5/17)
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Music of Joy and Peace in Central Virginia Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: Music of Joy and Peace
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (3/29 - 3/29)
Pablo Sainz-Villegas: Spanish Night with Pablo and Friends in Central Virginia Pablo Sainz-Villegas: Spanish Night with Pablo and Friends
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (2/28 - 2/28)
Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens in Central Virginia Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (3/22 - 3/22)
Virginia Symphony Orchestra in Central Virginia Virginia Symphony Orchestra
L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center, Norfolk State University (4/30 - 4/30)
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