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Photo Flash: THE RIME Selected for 2015 Virginia Arts Festival This Spring
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2014
THE RIME, a captivating one-man theatricalization of 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner' by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, featuring Gabriel Portuondo, has been chosen by The Virginia Arts Festival for their 2015 season. THE RIME will be presented on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 7:30 PM. Below, check out photos from THE RIME's World Premiere at Theatre Row in September!
Tony Nominee Emily Skinner Stars in Virginia Rep's MAME, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of the award-winning musical, Mame, at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street on Friday, November 21 with a preview tonight, November 20. The show runs through January 11, 2014.
TheatreLAB and Spin, Spit & Swear's Production of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Extends
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2014
TheatreLAB and Spin, Spit, & Swear have announced that their production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, by John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask, will be extended until December 6th, by popular demand.
Barter Players to Present FROSTY at The Paramount, 11/29-30
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2014
The Paramount Center for the Arts and The Barter Players are teaming up to bring performances of 'Frosty' to Bristol before the acting company embarks on a national tour.
BWW Reviews: Honky Tonk Angels Holiday Spectacular Kicks Off Christmas Season at Swift Creek Mill Theatre
by Bruce Levy - November 16, 2014
If you enjoy country music…if you enjoy Christmas music….you will enjoy The Honky Tonk Angels Holiday Spectacular
Photo Flash: First Look at Swift Creek Mill's HONKY TONK ANGELS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2014
The Honky Tonk Angels Holiday Spectacular by Ted Swindley runs tonight, November 13th, through January 10th, 2015 at Swift Creek Mill Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
South County Theatre Presents A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2014
South County Theatre presents A Midsummer Night's Dream, Nov. 14-15. The show will perform this weekend, November 13-15 at 7 PM.
Oscar Winner Shirley Jones Comes to Barter Theatre for One Night Only Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2014
She's been a Rodgers and Hammerstein ingenue, an Oscar-winning actress, the coolest mom of the 1970s, and the author of a juicy tell-all book. She's Shirley Jones, and she is appearing at Barter Theatre for one night only, tonight, November 13th.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Breaks Altria Theater House Record
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2014
THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, has broken the house record in Richmond, VA for the week ending November 9 the Altria Theater grossing $1,808,480.00.
Peter Mayer Group to Bring STARS & PROMISES: EVERGREEN to Abingdon, 12/8
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2014
The Peter Mayer Group is coming to the region bringing the 14th annual national Christmas Show, Stars & Promises: Evergreen. Playing a blend of traditional favorites and original Christmas compositions, this unique musical journey of story and song is not to be missed. Mayer's dynamic ensemble uses a wide variety of folk, world music, rock, and jazz styling to accompany his virtuosic voice and guitar work, creating a musical journey of stories and songs. "The concert features music for the Christmas journey. A song to travel roads old and new to the peace and joy of Christmas, and share a song of hope to lead us on," says a release announcing the tour.
BWW Reviews: THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG at Virginia Rep Will Leave You Humming Along
by Bruce Levy - November 10, 2014
While more than 30 years have passed, Virginia Repertory Theatre at Hanover Tavern's current production shows that the musical stands the test of time.
THE HONKY TONK ANGELS Holiday Spectacular Tickets Now on Sale
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2014
Shenan Arts at the nTelos Theatre presents THE HONKY TONK ANGELS one week only, Dec. 4-7. This holiday sequel to the hugely popular show, The Honky Tonk Angels continues the comic escapades of three good ole country gals as they re-unite for a Christmas show like none other at 'The Hillbilly Heaven Club' in Nashville.
Firehouse Theatre Announces Full Cast and Creative Team for A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2014
Firehouse Theatre is proud to announce the full cast and creative team working on the next production of its 21st Season, A Civil War Christmas: An American Musical Celebration, by Pulitzer Prize-winner Paula Vogel. Directed by Dr. Tawnya Pettiford-Wates, this touching family musical will play 14 performances, November 20 - December 20, 2014. Opening night is November 21.
BLUE MAN GROUP Coming to Virginia Beach, 11/7-8
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2014
NETworks Presentations, LLC and Blue Man Productions are pleased to announce a new theatrical touring production will visit Virginia Beach from November 7 to November 8. Tickets are on sale now by calling 1-877-YnotTix, log onto www.ynottix.com or www.sandlercenter.org or visiting the Sandler Center Box Office.
Virginia Rep to Open THEY'RE PLAYING OUR SONG, Today
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of They're Playing Our Song today, November 7 at Hanover Tavern, 13181 Hanover Courthouse Road. The show runs through Sunday, January 4.
A KODACHROME CHRISTMAS to Play Alden in McLean, 12/19-21
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2014
The upcoming holidays will be made brighter this year by the hilarious, one-person show, "A Kodachrome Christmas," at The Alden in McLean Dec. 19 through 21.
Richmond CenterStage Associates Board to Host BUBBLES & BITES 2014 Dinner
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2014
Richmond CenterStage's Associates Board has announced that the 2014 Progressive Dinner entitled Bubbles & Bites will be held on Thursday, November 13 beginning at 6:00 p.m. The event will feature samplings from four of CenterStage's Premier Restaurant Partners. Proceeds will benefit CenterStage's artistic and educational programs.
Tony Nominee Emily Skinner to Star in Virginia Rep's MAME This Winter
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2014
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the opening of the award-winning musical, Mame, at the Sara Belle and Neil November Theatre, 114 West Broad Street on Friday, November 21 with a Preview on Thursday, November 20. The show runs through January 11, 2014.
Barter Releases $50 Tickets to Shirley Jones' Upcoming Performance
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2014
As part of Barter's commitment to provide quality entertainment at an affordable price, new tickets have been released starting at $50 for the wildly entertaining Shirley Jones performance on November 13th at 7:30 p.m. The celebrity event is being held on Barter Theatre Main Stage. All proceeds from this event go to Barter's Annual Fund for Artistic Excellence.
BWW Reviews: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH is a Must See at TheaterLAB
by Bruce Levy - November 03, 2014
TheatreLAB and Spin, Spit and Swear have started their season off right with a production that I am sure we will still be talking about at next year's RTCC Awards!
South County Theatre Presents A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, 11/13-15
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2014
South County Theatre presents A Midsummer Night's Dream, Nov. 14-15. The show will perform on November 13-15 at 7 PM. General admission ticket prices will be $10 for adults and $8 for senior citizens and students at the door. Discounted tickets may be purchased in advance at www.southcounty theatre.org.
Altria Theater Reopens this Weekend
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2014
The floors are being waxed and the furniture is being moved in as part of the finishing touches to the renovation of Altria Theater. Richmond CenterStage announced today that Altria Theater will re-open to the public on Sunday, November 2 for that evening's performance by Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Ray LaMontagne. It will mark the first performance at the iconic performing arts venue since it briefly closed for the final phase of a comprehensive renovation project that cost $63 million and lasted nearly 2 ½ years.
Synetic Theater Hosts Annual Vampire's Ball Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2014
Synetic Theater invites you to the annual Vampire's Ball tonight, October 31.
TheatreLAB's HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2014
TheatreLAB and Spin, Spit, & Swear's production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch, by John Cameron Mitchell and Stephen Trask, opens tonight, October 30th, at the show's venue, TheatreLAB's new space, The Basement.
BLUE MAN GROUP Coming to Virginia Beach, 11/7-8
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2014
NETworks Presentations, LLC and Blue Man Productions are pleased to announce a new theatrical touring production will visit Virginia Beach from November 7 to November 8. Tickets are on sale now by calling 1-877-YnotTix, log onto www.ynottix.com or www.sandlercenter.org or visiting the Sandler Center Box Office.

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Capital One Hall (2/21 - 2/22)
Dorrance Dance in Central Virginia Dorrance Dance
Ferguson Center for the Arts (4/23 - 4/23)
The Acting Company - A Midsummer Night's Dream in Central Virginia The Acting Company - A Midsummer Night's Dream
Attucks Theatre (1/16 - 1/16)
Mark Morris Dance Group and Music Ensemble: Dances to American Music in Central Virginia Mark Morris Dance Group and Music Ensemble: Dances to American Music
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (2/7 - 2/7)
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical in Central Virginia TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
Capital One Hall (3/20 - 3/22)
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel Mozart and Friends—Beethoven, Haydn, and Clementi in Central Virginia Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel Mozart and Friends—Beethoven, Haydn, and Clementi
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (3/15 - 3/15)
Top Gun: Maverick - In Concert - with Virginia Symphony Orchestra in Central Virginia Top Gun: Maverick - In Concert - with Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Chrysler Hall (6/13 - 6/13)
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