Celebrating Adolphus Hailstork’s 85th Birthday! And welcome back, JoAnn Falletta! Virginia Arts Festival and Virginia Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the music of one of Hampton Roads’ finest artists, ...
Review: PORGY AND BESS Raises the Roof at the Metropolitan
by Richard Sasanow - December 07, 2025
When I read that the Met, in the program notes for James Robinson’s production of PORGY AND BESS, called it “a supremely American operatic masterpiece” I couldn’t help but think of Stephen Sondheim’s answer (perhaps apocryphal) when he was asked whether SWEENEY TODD was an opera or a musical: “If it...
Review: Philadelphia Ballet's Holiday Staple The Nutcracker Returns to the Academy of Music
by Scott Serio - December 07, 2025
Philadelphia Ballet's Holiday Staple The Nutcracker Returns to the Academy of Music in Center City Through New Year's Eve....
Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE-A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - December 07, 2025
I think this format might have worked better for me if it was associated with an original story with no source of comparison. Throughout the show, I continued to think about what was missing, rather than fully enjoying the experience for what it was....
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS THE MUSICAL at The Music Hall by the Ogunquit Playhouse
by Dan Marois - December 07, 2025
It is a clear sign of the December holidays when the Oqunquit Playhouse brings its theatrical magic to The Music Hall in Portsmouth. In their 11th year of collaboration, the season is blessed with a festive production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical....
Review: DISNEY'S THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL at Benaroya Hall
by Erica Miner - December 07, 2025
Bravo to the Seattle Symphony for offering these holiday feasts for all the senses as much-welcomed gifts of love and cheer....
Review: DISNEY'S THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL at Benaroya Hall
by Erica Miner - December 07, 2025
Bravo to the Seattle Symphony for offering these holiday feasts for all the senses as much-welcomed gifts of love and cheer....
Review: THE NUTCRACKER at Lyric Opera Of Chicago
by Tina St. Angelo - December 07, 2025
There are 2 artistic performances in Chicago when you know its Christmastime. One is the Goodman’s A Christmas Carol and the other is the Joffrey Ballet’s Nutcracker at the Lyric....
Review: A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD at Live Theatre Workshop
by Zach Wetzel - December 07, 2025
Based on the books by Arnold Lobel with music by Robert Reale and book/lyrics by Willie Reale, A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD is like a warm cookie....
Review: THE IMPROVISED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY at The Kennedy Center
by Laurie Sara Oliver - December 07, 2025
The Improvised Shakespeare Company has kicked off their 8th annual tour at the Kennedy Center, running through December 23. Stop by any night, or on all of them, to see a unique performance by theatrical elites. ...
Review: WHO'S HOLIDAY at Open Stage
by Becky Winter - December 07, 2025
This production is directed by Chris Gibson and stars Rachel Landon. Who’s Holiday was written by Matthew Lombardo and follows Cindy Lou Who after the events of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. ...
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Miracle on 34th Street, The Musical
Capital One Hall (12/26 - 12/28) | |
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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
The Dinner Detective RVA (12/20 - 12/20) | |
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Danú: Traditional Music of Ireland
Center for the Arts at George Mason University (3/20 - 3/20) | |
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Songs of the Season: A Holiday Celebration
Capital One Hall (12/14 - 12/14) | |
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Cahoots NI: Secrets of Space
Hylton Performing Arts Venue (2/15 - 2/15) | |
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Borromeo String Quartet & Verona Quartet
Kaufman Theater, Chrysler Museum of Art (4/13 - 4/13) | |
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The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes
Capital One Hall (6/7 - 6/7) | |
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