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Creative Cauldron to Present Scorching Musical BLUES IN THE NIGHT
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2017
Creative Cauldron presents the Tony-Award Nominated Musical Blues in the Night, directed by Creative Cauldron's Artistic Associate, Matt Conner. Set in a rundown hotel in Chicago 1938, Blues in the Night was conceived and originally directed by Sheldon Epps.
5th Wall Theatre and Coalition Theater to Stage Reading of THE PERSISTENCE OF MEMORY
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2017
From Harry Kollatz Jr. (senior writer of Richmond magazine and a co-founder of the Firehouse Theatre Project) and Carol Piersol (Artistic Director of 5th Wall Theatre) comes a one-night staged reading of 'The Persistence of Memory.'
Virginia Rep Announces the Opening of AIRLINE HIGHWAY
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of the Tony-nominated play Airline Highway, by playwright Lisa D'Amour today, January 27 on the Arenstein Stage at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street.  The play runs through February 12 with preview performances on Wednesday and Thursday, January 25 and 26.  Set in post-Katrina New Orleans and echoing the spontaneity and rich texture of jazz,  this gritty comedy celebrates the colorful, fractured characters that define the city's spirit. D'Amour, a fifth-generation New Orleans native, was a Pulitzer finalist for her work on Detroit.  She was commissioned to write Airline Highway in 2014 for Steppenwolf Theatre Company. The show made its Broadway debut in 2015 and earned four Tony Nominations.
Interactive Play NUTT AND BOLT Spotlights Upcycling at Arts on the Horizon
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2017
Arts on the Horizon, an interactive theatre for children ages zero to six, is excited to announce the premiere of Nutt and Bolt, the story of two rival robots who unite to create something fantastic together.
Firehouse Brings Lunchtime Theatre to UR Downtown
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2017
Firehouse is excited to continue its partnership with UR Downtown for another installment of its Lunchtime Theatre series. UR Downtown is an innovative resource for engaging and educating that enables all academic departments, offices, and programs of the University of Richmond to connect with the Greater Richmond community. The next Firehouse Lunchtime performance will take place on Friday, February 10 at 12pm in the Wilton Companies Gallery at UR Downtown, located at 626 E. Broad Street. There is a $5 suggested cash donation at the door.
Barter Theatre Adds MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET to 2017 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2017
Barter Theatre announces that the smash-hit musical, 'Million Dollar Quartet' replaces 'Ain't Misbehavin' on the Gilliam Stage this fall. 'Ain't Misbehavin',' the celebration of legendary jazz great, Fats Waller, debuts instead during Barter Theatre's 2018 season. 
HAMILTUNES to Bring the Founding Fathers to Firehouse Theatre - Karaoke-Style!
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2017
Fans of the Broadway hit HAMILTON rejoice! Firehouse Theatre will host this popular sing-along event on Thursday, February 9 at 7:00 p.m.
ShenanArts to Present MEMPHIS
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2017
From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes the Tony Award winning musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love.
CAT Theatre to Host THE GHOSTLIGHT PROJECT Event for Social Justice
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
CAT Theatre announces The Ghostlight Project, January 19, 2017 at CAT.
Join Richmond Symphony For Rush Hour Concert In Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Join the Richmond Symphony at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery for a Rush Hour concert today, January 19 at 6:30pm. Grab one of Hardywood's signature craft beers, hit the food trucks and enjoy pieces by Gluck, Joan Tower, Purcell and Schubert.
The Grand Reopening of the Wells Theatre Sold Out; Tickets Still Available for A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2017
Virginia Stage Company is excited to announce that the Grand Reopening of the Wells Theatre on January 20 is sold out.  This occasion also marks the opening night of the play A Streetcar Named Desire, which continues through February 5, Tuesday through Sunday, and has availability for all other performances.
TheatreLAB to Present Heidi Schreck's GRAND CONCOURSE
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2017
TheatreLAB, Richmond's home for unexpected and evocative performance, is proud to present Heidi Schreck's play Grand Concourse as part of the 2017 Acts of Faith Festival.
ARABIAN NIGHTS Presented by The Shenandoah Valley Governor's School Opens this Week!
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2017
The transformative power of storytelling lies at the heart of Arabian Nights as the clever and imaginative Sharhazad enchants King Shahrayar with stories for a thousand and one nights to stave off her execution and protect the other young women of the city.
Virginia Rep Announces the Opening of AIRLINE HIGHWAY
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2017
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of the Tony-nominated play Airline Highway, by playwright Lisa D'Amour on Friday, January 27 on the Arenstein Stage at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street.  The play runs through February 12 with preview performances on Wednesday and Thursday, January 25 and 26.  Set in post-Katrina New Orleans and echoing the spontaneity and rich texture of jazz,  this gritty comedy celebrates the colorful, fractured characters that define the city's spirit. D'Amour, a fifth-generation New Orleans native, was a Pulitzer finalist for her work on Detroit.  She was commissioned to write Airline Highway in 2014 for Steppenwolf Theatre Company. The show made its Broadway debut in 2015 and earned four Tony Nominations.
1st Stage Presents the Regional Premiere of TREVOR
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2017
How would you feel if the person closest to you, someone with whom you interact daily, whom you care for and who cares for you, didn't understand a word you were saying and vice versa? This communication challenge is the point on which balances the story of 200-pound chimpanzee, Trevor and his owner, Sandra. As a one-time commercial and television star alongside the likes of Morgan Fairchild, Trevor is desperate to prove his relevance in a world that has moved on now that he is no longer the adorable baby monkey of his youth. His owner Sandra swears he is still harmless and childlike, protecting herself from the realities of Trevor's dangers and the deep wounds of her own losses. Based on a true story, Trevor is a tale about how relationships, flaws, and excuses can tip-toe a delicate line between side-splitting humor and dangerous misunderstandings. Trevor and Sandra's relationship spins comically and dangerously out of control in this theatrical story by "Orange is the New Black" writer, Nick Jones. The Chicago Sun-Times hailed Trevor as a "hugely entertaining tragicomedy."
Roanoke Children's Theatre Starts Conversation on Teen Pregnancy wth BABYLAND
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2017
In the early 1990s, Roanoke City had the highest teen pregnancy rate in the state of Virginia. Roanoke City has seen incredible progress over the last 20 years and in 2014, a big decrease in teen pregnancy put Roanoke City as 14th in the state out of approximately 130 cities/counties. Roanoke Children's Theatre will shed more light on this issue facing teens with the upcoming production of BABYLAND. There will be public performances of BABYLAND on February 3 and 9, 2017. Performances will be held in the Black Box Theatre at the Jefferson Center (541 Luck Avenue SW).
CAT Theatre to Host THE GHOSTLIGHT PROJECT Event for Social Justice
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2017
CAT Theatre announces The Ghostlight Project, January 19, 2017 at CAT.
Join Richmond Symphony For Rush Hour Concert In Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, 1/19
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2017
Join the Richmond Symphony at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery for a Rush Hour concert on Thursday, January 19 at 6:30pm. Grab one of Hardywood's signature craft beers, hit the food trucks and enjoy pieces by Gluck, Joan Tower, Purcell and Schubert.
Creative Cauldron Presents 7th Annual PASSPORT TO THE WORLD Concert Series 1/7- 1/29
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2017
Creative Cauldron's 7th Annual Passport to the World Concert Series will be held from January 7th to January 29th, 2017 at ArtSpace Falls Church, 410 South Maple Avenue.  Sponsored by Mark F. Werblood, Esq. and curated by local musicians Lynn Veronneau and Ken Avis (of acclaimed jazz-fusion group VERONNEAU who will kick off the series), The Passport to the World Concert Series treats audiences to musical performances from a broad spectrum of genres: jazz, Latin, Celtic, classical, delta blues, and American folk. 
Tickets for ARABIAN NIGHTS Are On Sale Now!
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2017
The transformative power of storytelling lies at the heart of Arabian Nights as the clever and imaginative Sharhazad enchants King Shahrayar with stories for a thousand and one nights to stave off her execution and protect the other young women of the city.
Grand Reopening of the Wells Theatre with A STREET CAR NAMED DESIRE
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2017
Virginia Stage Company is back in the Historic Wells Theatre after a nine-month renovation, and will officially reopen with opening night of A Streetcar Named Desire on January 20. Updates to the space include two new classrooms, a new bar in the renovated and more welcoming Tazewell lounge, a new electronic marquee, and as requested - more ladies' restrooms. Tours of the theatre are available for groups upon request.
THE BOATWRIGHT Sails into Firehouse Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2017
As part of the Richmond Acts of Faith Festival, Bo Wilson's THE BOATWRIGHT receives its regional premiere as part of Wilson's yearlong residency at Firehouse. Winner of the 2014 AACT NewPlayFest, THE BOATWRIGHT is about hiding out, running away, and breaking through.
Tony Nominee Emily Skinner to Bring Intimate New Year's Eve to Triangle Players
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2016
Richmond Triangle Players celebrates the end of the year in style with An Intimate New Year's Eve with Emily Skinner, today, December 31. 
Photo Flash: The Reston Community Players Presents Durang's Comedy VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2016
The Reston Community Players are proud to present Christopher Durang's comic masterpiece, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, winner of the 2013 Tony Award for Best Play, January 20 - February 4, 2017.
Cerebral Sorcery Arrives in Richmond Next Weekend
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2016
Firehouse Theatre brings Cerebral Sorcery back to the stage, 15 years after it first premiered!

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