BWW Review: Virginia Repertory Theatre's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is Enchanting Fun for the Whole Family
by Jeremy Bustin - April 29, 2017
From puppetry and stage magic to big dance numbers and notable performances, Virginia Repertory Theatre's production of Beauty and the Beast has something for everyone. Billed as children's theatre, the company puts forth a noble effort to mount a show with many accouterments of a mainstage production.
by Jeremy Bustin - April 29, 2017
From puppetry and stage magic to big dance numbers and notable performances, Virginia Repertory Theatre's production of Beauty and the Beast has something for everyone. Billed as children's theatre, the company puts forth a noble effort to mount a show with many accouterments of a mainstage production.
BWW Review: Virginia Stage Company and Norfolk State University Present a Supersized Production of THE WIZ
by Jeremy Bustin - April 27, 2017
VSC's and NSU's Co-production of THE WIZ runs through April 30 at the Wells Theatre in Norfolk.
by Jeremy Bustin - April 27, 2017
VSC's and NSU's Co-production of THE WIZ runs through April 30 at the Wells Theatre in Norfolk.
BWW Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Toe-taps Its Way to the Altria Theater
by Jeremy Bustin - April 27, 2017
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL is part of the 2016-2017 Broadway in Richmond series.
by Jeremy Bustin - April 27, 2017
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL is part of the 2016-2017 Broadway in Richmond series.
RTP Re-Names Venue The Robert B. Moss Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2017
Richmond Triangle Players, one of the city's best-known and acclaimed cultural organizations, announced today that it has purchased its venue at 1300 Altamont Avenue in Scott's Addition, and that the building has been re-named the Robert B. Moss Theatre. The new name honors the real estate entrepreneur who located the building for the company and provided the naming gift for the building.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2017
Richmond Triangle Players, one of the city's best-known and acclaimed cultural organizations, announced today that it has purchased its venue at 1300 Altamont Avenue in Scott's Addition, and that the building has been re-named the Robert B. Moss Theatre. The new name honors the real estate entrepreneur who located the building for the company and provided the naming gift for the building.
VIDEO: Watch Highlights of Virginia Rep's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Christina Mancuso - April 25, 2017
Virginia Repertory presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast, now running through May 14, 2017.
by Christina Mancuso - April 25, 2017
Virginia Repertory presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast, now running through May 14, 2017.
Photo Flash: First Look at Virginia Rep's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2017
Virginia Repertory presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast, now running through May 14, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2017
Virginia Repertory presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast, now running through May 14, 2017.
BWW Review: VMT's HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Finds Success with Young Star
by Emel Ertugrul - April 24, 2017
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, through April 23.
by Emel Ertugrul - April 24, 2017
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, through April 23.
BWW Review: VMT's HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING Finds Success with Young Star
by Emel Ertugrul - April 23, 2017
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, through April 23.
by Emel Ertugrul - April 23, 2017
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, through April 23.
VIDEO: Sneak Peek at Highlights of VMT's HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
by Christina Mancuso - April 21, 2017
Anyone who loves movies such as Office Space, loathes their boss, or has ever been at odds with the 'buffoonery' of big business, take note: Virginia Musical Theatre (VMT) is back at it again with another production that will leave audiences laughing, relating, and commiserating. Opening April 21, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (H2$) continues the VMT tradition, now 26 seasons strong, of bringing Broadway-caliber performing arts to the area.
by Christina Mancuso - April 21, 2017
Anyone who loves movies such as Office Space, loathes their boss, or has ever been at odds with the 'buffoonery' of big business, take note: Virginia Musical Theatre (VMT) is back at it again with another production that will leave audiences laughing, relating, and commiserating. Opening April 21, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (H2$) continues the VMT tradition, now 26 seasons strong, of bringing Broadway-caliber performing arts to the area.
Photo Flash: First Look at VMT's HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2017
Anyone who loves movies such as Office Space, loathes their boss, or has ever been at odds with the 'buffoonery' of big business, take note: Virginia Musical Theatre (VMT) is back at it again with another production that will leave audiences laughing, relating, and commiserating. Opening April 21, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (H2$) continues the VMT tradition, now 26 seasons strong, of bringing Broadway-caliber performing arts to the area.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2017
Anyone who loves movies such as Office Space, loathes their boss, or has ever been at odds with the 'buffoonery' of big business, take note: Virginia Musical Theatre (VMT) is back at it again with another production that will leave audiences laughing, relating, and commiserating. Opening April 21, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (H2$) continues the VMT tradition, now 26 seasons strong, of bringing Broadway-caliber performing arts to the area.
Tickets on Sale Now for A PIECE OF MY HEART at ShenanArts
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2017
A Piece of My Heart is a powerful ensemble drama based on true stories from the women who served during the Vietnam War.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2017
A Piece of My Heart is a powerful ensemble drama based on true stories from the women who served during the Vietnam War.
The Hub Theatre Announces 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2017
The Hub Theatre announced their 2017-18 season today. Featuring two World Premieres that resonate mightily in our current climate; and the return of their Inaugural production. Season 10 continues Hub's record of staging intricate, honest and magical plays.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2017
The Hub Theatre announced their 2017-18 season today. Featuring two World Premieres that resonate mightily in our current climate; and the return of their Inaugural production. Season 10 continues Hub's record of staging intricate, honest and magical plays.
5th Wall Theatre presents Final Show of the 2016-2017 Season: THE TOXIC AVENGER
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2017
Based on Lloyd Kaufman's cult film, The Toxic Avenger, and winner of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-Broadway Musical, The Toxic Avenger is a charming love story and laugh-out-loud musical that has it all - an unlikely hero, his beautiful girlfriend, a corrupt New Jersey mayor and two guys who play… well, everyone else … bullies, mobsters, old ladies, and stiletto-wearing back-up singers.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2017
Based on Lloyd Kaufman's cult film, The Toxic Avenger, and winner of the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off-Broadway Musical, The Toxic Avenger is a charming love story and laugh-out-loud musical that has it all - an unlikely hero, his beautiful girlfriend, a corrupt New Jersey mayor and two guys who play… well, everyone else … bullies, mobsters, old ladies, and stiletto-wearing back-up singers.
CAT Theatre to Kick Off New Kids' Summer Camp KIT'NS
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2017
CAT Theatre launches its new kids' camp, KIT'NS: Kids In Theatre 'N Stagecraft.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2017
CAT Theatre launches its new kids' camp, KIT'NS: Kids In Theatre 'N Stagecraft.
Photo Flash: First Look at Virginia Stage and NSU Theatre's THE WIZ
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2017
Two of Hampton Road's leading performing arts organizations are teaming up to bring the seminal American musical, The Wiz, to downtown Norfolk. More than 50 performers and 20 technicians are working to make this musical the largest spectacle to hit the Wells Theatre in years. The collaboration between the companies is a landmark partnership for Hampton Roads.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2017
Two of Hampton Road's leading performing arts organizations are teaming up to bring the seminal American musical, The Wiz, to downtown Norfolk. More than 50 performers and 20 technicians are working to make this musical the largest spectacle to hit the Wells Theatre in years. The collaboration between the companies is a landmark partnership for Hampton Roads.
Project REAL Wins Hope Award
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2017
Barter Theatre's Project REAL received a Hope Award from Emory & Henry College's Appalachian Center for Civic Life on April 11.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2017
Barter Theatre's Project REAL received a Hope Award from Emory & Henry College's Appalachian Center for Civic Life on April 11.
TheatreLAB presents DRY LAND by Ruby Rae Spiegel
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2017
TheatreLAB, Richmond's home for unexpected and evocative performance, is proud to present Ruby Rae Spiegel's new play DRY LAND. Directed by Dr. Tawnya Pettiford-Wates, the show will run from April 21st to May 6th at TheatreLAB's venue, The Basement (300 East Broad Street).
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2017
TheatreLAB, Richmond's home for unexpected and evocative performance, is proud to present Ruby Rae Spiegel's new play DRY LAND. Directed by Dr. Tawnya Pettiford-Wates, the show will run from April 21st to May 6th at TheatreLAB's venue, The Basement (300 East Broad Street).
Tickets Now on Sale for A PIECE OF MY HEART
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2017
A Piece of My Heart is a powerful ensemble drama based on true stories from the women who served during the Vietnam War. The play portrays their lives before, during, and after the war; exploring the realities of war and the emotional, mental, and physical aftereffects of that experience. A Piece of My Heart has been produced over a thousand times since premiering at the Manhattan Theatre Club in 1991 and has been the recipient of the Kittredge Foundation Award and the Barbara Deming Prize for Women Playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2017
A Piece of My Heart is a powerful ensemble drama based on true stories from the women who served during the Vietnam War. The play portrays their lives before, during, and after the war; exploring the realities of war and the emotional, mental, and physical aftereffects of that experience. A Piece of My Heart has been produced over a thousand times since premiering at the Manhattan Theatre Club in 1991 and has been the recipient of the Kittredge Foundation Award and the Barbara Deming Prize for Women Playwrights.
Roanoke Children's Theatre presents ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Join Roanoke Children's Theatre for a fun summer full of music and dancing with ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY. Based on the popular children's book series by Mo Willems, ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY will play May 5-7, 2017 at the Jefferson Center (541 Luck Ave SW).
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Join Roanoke Children's Theatre for a fun summer full of music and dancing with ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY. Based on the popular children's book series by Mo Willems, ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY will play May 5-7, 2017 at the Jefferson Center (541 Luck Ave SW).
A KID LIKE JAKE Begins 4/19 at Richmond Triangle Players
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Richmond Triangle Players continues its 24th Anniversary season with its Daniel Pearle's acclaimed play A Kid Like Jake. Sponsored by David Peake, the production - about loving your child, no matter what - opens Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 8 pm, following a low-priced preview on Wednesday, April 19, and runs through May 13.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Richmond Triangle Players continues its 24th Anniversary season with its Daniel Pearle's acclaimed play A Kid Like Jake. Sponsored by David Peake, the production - about loving your child, no matter what - opens Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 8 pm, following a low-priced preview on Wednesday, April 19, and runs through May 13.
Sting and Wilco Among New Artists Added to Wolf Trap Summer 2017 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces new Summer 2017 performances at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, including additional acts on the Filene Center stage, the complete Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods schedule, and a promotional events schedule.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces new Summer 2017 performances at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, including additional acts on the Filene Center stage, the complete Children's Theatre-in-the-Woods schedule, and a promotional events schedule.
Virginia Repertory Theatre to Present Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
Virginia Repertory announces the opening of Disney's Beauty and the Beast on Friday April 21, 2017 at the November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street. The show will run through May 14, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
Virginia Repertory announces the opening of Disney's Beauty and the Beast on Friday April 21, 2017 at the November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street. The show will run through May 14, 2017.
CAT Theatre Announces its 54th Season and Calls for Directors and Designers
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
A well-kept secret in the Richmond Theatre Community, CAT has presented season-after-season of exciting, entertaining and thought-provoking theatre. In its 54thseason audiences can expect much more of the same - comedy, drama and sheer fun!
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
A well-kept secret in the Richmond Theatre Community, CAT has presented season-after-season of exciting, entertaining and thought-provoking theatre. In its 54thseason audiences can expect much more of the same - comedy, drama and sheer fun!
Reston Community Players present Noël Coward's Comedy PRIVATE LIVES
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
The Reston Community Players close their 50th season with a sparkling comedy classic, Private Lives by Noel Coward, onstage May 5 - 20, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
The Reston Community Players close their 50th season with a sparkling comedy classic, Private Lives by Noel Coward, onstage May 5 - 20, 2017.
UNCANNY VALLEY Opens this Week at Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Barter Theatre introduces "Uncanny Valley" on Thursday, April 6. The production starts this week and runs until April 30 at Barter Stage II, staring Sean Maximo Campos and Mary Lucy Bivins.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Barter Theatre introduces "Uncanny Valley" on Thursday, April 6. The production starts this week and runs until April 30 at Barter Stage II, staring Sean Maximo Campos and Mary Lucy Bivins.
Videos
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A Sherlock Carol
Wells Theatre (12/4 - 12/28) | |
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A Christmas Carol
Virginia Repertory Theatre (11/28 - 12/28) | |
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The Center Will Not Hold: A Dorrance Dance Production
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (5/2 - 5/2) | |
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Virginia Opera: Intelligence
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (2/15 - 2/15) | |
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Attucks Jazz Club: Anaïs Reno, vocalist
Attucks Theatre (3/14 - 3/14) | |
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The Magic of Rob Lake
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (4/19 - 4/19) | |
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Justin Willman: One For The Ages Tour
Capital One Hall (2/21 - 2/22) | |
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