TheatreLAB Announces New Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2016
?TheatreLAB, Richmond's home for unexpected and evocative performance, is thrilled to announce their new Associate Artistic Director, Katrinah Carol Lewis!
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2016
?TheatreLAB, Richmond's home for unexpected and evocative performance, is thrilled to announce their new Associate Artistic Director, Katrinah Carol Lewis!
Ash Lawn Opera to Stage SOUTH PACIFIC This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2016
Ash Lawn Opera's 2016 summer season concludes with South Pacific, an ever-topical story of love in the time of war, and one of the most heralded musicals of all time. Since its premiere in 1949, it has won countless awards, including the 1950 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and Tony Awards both for its original run and its 2008 revival.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2016
Ash Lawn Opera's 2016 summer season concludes with South Pacific, an ever-topical story of love in the time of war, and one of the most heralded musicals of all time. Since its premiere in 1949, it has won countless awards, including the 1950 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and Tony Awards both for its original run and its 2008 revival.
5th Wall Theatre to Host M*A*S*H Staged Readings
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
5th Wall Theatre, The Mighty Pen Project, and Richmond Triangle Players present hilarious staged readings from the first season episodes of M*A*S*H featuring some of Richmond's best-known and talented actors.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
5th Wall Theatre, The Mighty Pen Project, and Richmond Triangle Players present hilarious staged readings from the first season episodes of M*A*S*H featuring some of Richmond's best-known and talented actors.
City of Fairfax Theatre Company to Present THE MUSIC MAN This July
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company's production of The Music Man by Meredith Willson runs at Sydney Lanier Middle School, July 22 - July 30, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - July 22, 2016
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company's production of The Music Man by Meredith Willson runs at Sydney Lanier Middle School, July 22 - July 30, 2016.
TheatreLAB to Host Staged Reading of THE HEIDI CHRONICLES + Silent Art Auction
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2016
TheatreLAB, Richmond's home for unexpected and evocative performance, is proud to host a one night only staged reading of Wendy Wassersteins' The Heidi Chronicles, as a farewell to Associate Artistic Director,McLean Jesse (Best Actress - 2016 Style Weekly Readers Poll, Best Actress - 2015 Richmond Theatre Critics Circle Award). Directed by James Ricks, the reading and accompanying art auction will take place on July 24th at TheatreLAB's venue, The Basement.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2016
TheatreLAB, Richmond's home for unexpected and evocative performance, is proud to host a one night only staged reading of Wendy Wassersteins' The Heidi Chronicles, as a farewell to Associate Artistic Director,McLean Jesse (Best Actress - 2016 Style Weekly Readers Poll, Best Actress - 2015 Richmond Theatre Critics Circle Award). Directed by James Ricks, the reading and accompanying art auction will take place on July 24th at TheatreLAB's venue, The Basement.
Firehouse Theatre Extends their Sell Out Hit AMERICAN IDIOT
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
AMERICAN IDIOT was recorded as a "punk rock opera' and won a Grammy in 2005 before it was adapted into an award-winning Broadway musical in 2009. Originally scheduled to close Saturday, July 23, AMERICAN IDIOT has been extended by popular demand! Firehouse has added 9 performances of AMERICAN IDIOT and will now run through Saturday, August 13.
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016
AMERICAN IDIOT was recorded as a "punk rock opera' and won a Grammy in 2005 before it was adapted into an award-winning Broadway musical in 2009. Originally scheduled to close Saturday, July 23, AMERICAN IDIOT has been extended by popular demand! Firehouse has added 9 performances of AMERICAN IDIOT and will now run through Saturday, August 13.
Photo Flash: First Look at DREAMGIRLS at Virginia Rep
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre's DREAMGIRLS opened June 24 at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street. The production runs through August 7, 2016. With music by Henry Krieger and lyrics and book byTom Eyen, this megawatt Broadway crowd-pleaser electrifies the stage with Motown dreams and powerhouse voices. Loosely based on Diana Ross and the Supremes, the story follows the turbo-charged rise to fame of the Dreams. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre's DREAMGIRLS opened June 24 at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street. The production runs through August 7, 2016. With music by Henry Krieger and lyrics and book byTom Eyen, this megawatt Broadway crowd-pleaser electrifies the stage with Motown dreams and powerhouse voices. Loosely based on Diana Ross and the Supremes, the story follows the turbo-charged rise to fame of the Dreams. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Photo Flash: First Look at BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, Opening Tonight at Virginia Rep
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre celebrates the opening of Brighton Beach Memoirs tonight, July 15, at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. The show runs through Sunday, August 28. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre celebrates the opening of Brighton Beach Memoirs tonight, July 15, at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. The show runs through Sunday, August 28. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Virginia Rep's BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS to Open Next Week at Hanover Tavern
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Brighton Beach Memoirs today, July 15 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Brighton Beach Memoirs today, July 15 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road.
City of Fairfax Theatre Company to Present THE MUSIC MAN This July
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2016
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company's production of The Music Man by Meredith Willson runs at Sydney Lanier Middle School, July 22 - July 30, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2016
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company's production of The Music Man by Meredith Willson runs at Sydney Lanier Middle School, July 22 - July 30, 2016.
Courtney Jamison to Star in DREAMGIRLS at Virginia Rep
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2016
Virginia Rep announces that beginning July 14, Courtney Jamison will replace Zuri Washington in the role of Deena in the current production of Dreamgirls. Jamison opened the show in the ensemble and as the understudy for Washington.
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2016
Virginia Rep announces that beginning July 14, Courtney Jamison will replace Zuri Washington in the role of Deena in the current production of Dreamgirls. Jamison opened the show in the ensemble and as the understudy for Washington.
TheaterLAB Organizes Event for Artistic Action - Haikus for Change
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2016
In response to the myriad tragedies our nation has faced in recent months, the leaders of local theater company, TheatreLAB, in cooperation with numerous members of the larger Richmond theatre community, invite the community to join them in reaching out to our political leaders through collaborative art.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2016
In response to the myriad tragedies our nation has faced in recent months, the leaders of local theater company, TheatreLAB, in cooperation with numerous members of the larger Richmond theatre community, invite the community to join them in reaching out to our political leaders through collaborative art.
Richmond Triangle Players to Present MURPHY'S LAW
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2016
Richmond Triangle Players hosts a one-night-only concert reading of the road-trip musical comedy Murphy's Law with book, music, and lyrics by Andy Nagraj and Jonathan Spivey on Monday, July 25 at 8 PM. This concert reading is Richmond's first - but not final - taste of the musical since the original workshop at the Modlin Center for the Arts at the University of Richmond in 2004.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2016
Richmond Triangle Players hosts a one-night-only concert reading of the road-trip musical comedy Murphy's Law with book, music, and lyrics by Andy Nagraj and Jonathan Spivey on Monday, July 25 at 8 PM. This concert reading is Richmond's first - but not final - taste of the musical since the original workshop at the Modlin Center for the Arts at the University of Richmond in 2004.
Photo Flash: First Look at Firehouse Theatre's THROUGH THEIR EYES
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2016
THROUGH THEIR EYES is an ensemble generated performance based on a book by Raymond Goode comprised of monologues inspired by newspaper articles, media stories, and experiences shared with him first-hand from victims and bystanders. The characters confess, tell their secrets, and gain the strength to carry on.Featuring: Kaye Gary, Morgan Howard, Erica Hughes, Jamar Jones, and Bartley Mullin.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2016
THROUGH THEIR EYES is an ensemble generated performance based on a book by Raymond Goode comprised of monologues inspired by newspaper articles, media stories, and experiences shared with him first-hand from victims and bystanders. The characters confess, tell their secrets, and gain the strength to carry on.Featuring: Kaye Gary, Morgan Howard, Erica Hughes, Jamar Jones, and Bartley Mullin.
Photo Flash: First Look at Firehouse Theatre's AMERICAN IDIOT
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2016
'Welcome to a new kind of tension, all across the alienation, where everything isn't meant to be okay.' These lyrics from the title song in Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT reflect Billie Joe Armstrong's embrace of and response to the anxiety of our post 9/11 age that helped make their music the anthem for a generation. AMERICAN IDIOT was recorded as a 'punk rock opera' and won a Grammy in 2005 before it was adapted into an award-winning Broadway musical in 2009.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2016
'Welcome to a new kind of tension, all across the alienation, where everything isn't meant to be okay.' These lyrics from the title song in Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT reflect Billie Joe Armstrong's embrace of and response to the anxiety of our post 9/11 age that helped make their music the anthem for a generation. AMERICAN IDIOT was recorded as a 'punk rock opera' and won a Grammy in 2005 before it was adapted into an award-winning Broadway musical in 2009.
Virginia Rep's BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS to Open Next Week at Hanover Tavern
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Brighton Beach Memoirs on Friday, July 15 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2016
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of Brighton Beach Memoirs on Friday, July 15 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road.
Photo Flash: Zeiders American Dream Theater Premieres LOVE, ALWAYS
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2016
Zeiders American Dream Theater presents the World Premiere of Love, Always -- a new musical about love through the ages. The show opened July 1 at 8pm and will run Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm through August 6.
by BWW News Desk - July 07, 2016
Zeiders American Dream Theater presents the World Premiere of Love, Always -- a new musical about love through the ages. The show opened July 1 at 8pm and will run Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm through August 6.
Wolfbane Productions to Host New Work Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2016
?With the support of the amazing Appomattox County, the Wolf Performing Arts Center (Wolf P.A.C.), at 618 Country Club Road, is an official outdoor, entertainment venue! Come celebrate with us on Saturday, July 16 for a ribbon cutting ceremony followed by our New Works Festival, which honors the work of Wolfbane's three contest-winning playwrights. Tickets are $10. Grab your favorite blanket or lawn chair-- the fun starts at 5:30PM.
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2016
?With the support of the amazing Appomattox County, the Wolf Performing Arts Center (Wolf P.A.C.), at 618 Country Club Road, is an official outdoor, entertainment venue! Come celebrate with us on Saturday, July 16 for a ribbon cutting ceremony followed by our New Works Festival, which honors the work of Wolfbane's three contest-winning playwrights. Tickets are $10. Grab your favorite blanket or lawn chair-- the fun starts at 5:30PM.
Firehouse Theatre's AMERICAN IDIOT Names New Johnny
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
As the result of a personal emergency that led to the cancellation of the original press opening of Firehouse Theatre's production of AMERICAN IDIOT on Saturday, June 25, the show will now open for press on Saturday, July 16 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
As the result of a personal emergency that led to the cancellation of the original press opening of Firehouse Theatre's production of AMERICAN IDIOT on Saturday, June 25, the show will now open for press on Saturday, July 16 at 7:30pm.
Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights Reveals 2016 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
?Barter Theatre's Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights (AFPP) selects exciting lineup for 16th annual summer festival, including six readings of new works and one small-scale production, to be performed August 18-28.
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2016
?Barter Theatre's Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights (AFPP) selects exciting lineup for 16th annual summer festival, including six readings of new works and one small-scale production, to be performed August 18-28.
THE LEGEND OF PRINCESS MULAN Coming to Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
Three-time Grammy nominee Dave Eggar and five-time World Champion Martial Artist James Luk present the legendary tale of warrior princess Mulan for one-night-only at Barter Theatre on Sunday, July 24 at 7:30 PM. All tickets for this special family event are $20 for adults and $10 for youth.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2016
Three-time Grammy nominee Dave Eggar and five-time World Champion Martial Artist James Luk present the legendary tale of warrior princess Mulan for one-night-only at Barter Theatre on Sunday, July 24 at 7:30 PM. All tickets for this special family event are $20 for adults and $10 for youth.
Photo Flash: First Look at Firehouse Theatre's AMERICAN IDIOT
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2016
AMERICAN IDIOT was recorded as a 'punk rock opera' and won a Grammy in 2005 before it was adapted into an award-winning Broadway musical in 2009. Previews were Thursday, June 23 and Friday, June 24 at 7:30pm. Opening is Saturday, June 25 at 7:30, and this limited run engagement of ten performances continues through Saturday, July 23. BroadwayWorld has a look at the production - scroll down to see photos!
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2016
AMERICAN IDIOT was recorded as a 'punk rock opera' and won a Grammy in 2005 before it was adapted into an award-winning Broadway musical in 2009. Previews were Thursday, June 23 and Friday, June 24 at 7:30pm. Opening is Saturday, June 25 at 7:30, and this limited run engagement of ten performances continues through Saturday, July 23. BroadwayWorld has a look at the production - scroll down to see photos!
Charitybuzz Guitar Auction to Benefit Barter Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2016
Country music fans have a one-of-a-kind opportunity now until July 12 to bid on a exclusive guitar signed by artists Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan and many more.
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2016
Country music fans have a one-of-a-kind opportunity now until July 12 to bid on a exclusive guitar signed by artists Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan and many more.
Firehouse Theatre to Present THROUGH THEIR EYES
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
THROUGH THEIR EYES is a new ensemble generated performance exploring what it means to be a victim and how to become a survivor within the framework of a series of monologues adapted from the novel by Raymond Goode. Published in 2012, Goode's book has sold over 15,000 copies worldwide. Firehouse's stage production of the book is being directed by Addie Barnhart and Emma Givens.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
THROUGH THEIR EYES is a new ensemble generated performance exploring what it means to be a victim and how to become a survivor within the framework of a series of monologues adapted from the novel by Raymond Goode. Published in 2012, Goode's book has sold over 15,000 copies worldwide. Firehouse's stage production of the book is being directed by Addie Barnhart and Emma Givens.
The Alden's Summer Concert Series to Feature Group of Tribute Bands & More
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
The Alden and the McLean Community Center's (MCC) 2016 Summer Sunday Concerts in the Park feature a lineup of well-established tribute bands, playing a wide range of music-everything from the Beach Boys to Prince. The free concerts start at 5 p.m. and will be held each Sunday in July at McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd. Free parking is available at MCC (1234 Ingleside Ave.) or Dolley Madison Library (1244 Oak Ridge Ave).
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2016
The Alden and the McLean Community Center's (MCC) 2016 Summer Sunday Concerts in the Park feature a lineup of well-established tribute bands, playing a wide range of music-everything from the Beach Boys to Prince. The free concerts start at 5 p.m. and will be held each Sunday in July at McLean Central Park, 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd. Free parking is available at MCC (1234 Ingleside Ave.) or Dolley Madison Library (1244 Oak Ridge Ave).
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