Sandler Center for the Performing Arts

Leonid & Friends Launch Fall 2025 Tour, Unveil 2026 U.S. Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 22, 2025

Leonid & Friends, the 11-piece tribute to the band Chicago (and more), is launching their Fall 2025 North American tour. The coast-to-coast “2025 or 6 to 4” Tour will span over 20 U.S. states and culminate in Leonid & Friends’ first-ever concerts in Hawaii.

Ann Hampton Callaway Brings The Streisand Songbook To Virginia
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025

Tony Nominee Ann Hampton Callaway will bring The Streisand Songbook to Virginia. The performances will take place on Septemebr 6 at Sandler Center for the Performing Arts and at The Tin Pan on September 7.

Gov't Mule to Embark on 'Back In The Saddle Tour' Beginning This Summer
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 16, 2025

As they continue to celebrate the 30th anniversary since the release of their debut album, acclaimed GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule, led by guitar legend, vocalist, songwriter and producer Warren Haynes, has announced the Back In The Saddle Tour.

AN EVENING WITH KELLI O'HARA Comes to The Sandler Center In May
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

Virginia Arts Festival will present Kelli O'Hara, with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and music director and conductor Rob Fisher, in a performance of Broadway classics and more.

A CELTIC CHRISTMAS BY A TASTE OF IRELAND to Tour This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2024

Experience the spirit of an Irish holiday with A CELTIC CHRISTMAS BY A TASTE OF IRELAND, featuring stars from RIVERDANCE and LORD OF THE DANCE. See tour dates and learn how to purchase tickets.

Spotlight: EDDIE IZZARD at Sandler Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW Special Offer - Aug 20, 2024

Eddie Izzard is coming to Virginia Beach!

Colin Hay Leads Grammy Award-Winning Men At Work on U.S. Headlining Tour This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 12, 2024

Grammy Award-winning rock band Men At Work, led by original member Colin Hay, will embark on a U.S. headlining tour this fall. Formed in Melbourne in 1979 and best known for breakthrough hits such as 'Down Under', 'Who Can It Be Now?', 'Be Good Johnny', 'Overkill', and 'It's a Mistake', Men At Work achieved a global success as a Grammy-winning, multi-platinum selling act before disbanding in 1985. 

Andy Grammer Teams Up With Maddie & Tae for New Single 'I Do'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 2, 2024

Emmy award winner and acclaimed multi-platinum singer/songwriter Andy Grammer teams up with award-winning country duo Maddie & Tae for a spirited new single “I Do,” out everywhere now.

Andy Grammer Returns With Anthemic New Song 'Without You'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2024

Emmy Award winner and acclaimed multi-platinum singer/songwriter Andy Grammer has released his new song, “Without You.' In addition to the release, Grammer will be embarking on a headlining fall tour, ‘Greater Than: A One Man Show,’ an intimate new solo, acoustic set blending a series of songs, poetry and storytelling. Take a look at the tour dates and listen to the new song now!

Little Feat and Bonnie Raitt Team for 'Long Distance Call,' New Album Out Friday
by Josh Sharpe - May 16, 2024

Little Feat joins forces with Bonnie Raitt for a cover of Long Distance Call from Sam's Place, their first new studio album in 12 years. The album is out Friday, May 17. With her warm and deeply soulful vocals, Raitt duets with the band’s Sam Clayton on a cover of Muddy Waters’ song. Listen to the single now!

Ben Folds Adds Fall Dates to His 2024 Paper Airplane Request Tour
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2024

Emmy-nominated, multi-platinum selling music artist Ben Folds has announced additional Fall shows are being added across the U.S. as part of his “Paper Airplane Request Tour,” including a show November 19th in his hometown of Winston-Salem which will spotlight his North Carolina charitable initiative “Keys For Kids.” See the full lineup here!

Ben Folds Adds New Dates To His Paper Airplane Request Tour
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024

Emmy-nominated, multi-platinum-selling music artist Ben Folds has announced more summer shows are being added to the return of his popular “Paper Airplane Request Tour,” with new stops in all regions of the US.

Ben Folds Sets 'The Return Of His Paper Airplane Request' Tour
by Michael Major - Mar 6, 2024

Emmy-nominated, multi-platinum selling music artist Ben Folds sets the return of his popular “Paper Airplane Request Tour,” performing solo shows. What initially began years ago as a request for songs as encores will once again be a central element in Folds' shows when he engages audiences to make their song requests via paper airplanes.

Grand Kyiv Ballet's GISELLE to Begin 60-date US Tour at Emerson Colonial Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2024

Grand Kyiv Ballet is launching its 60-date Spring 2024 tour at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston with the highly anticipated performance of the timeless ballet masterpiece 'Giselle.' Learn

Photos: First Look At THE SECRET GARDEN At Sandler Center for the Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2023

This past weekend, Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman’s musical The Secret Garden took center stage at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts as part of the 32nd season of Virginia Musical Theatre. See photos from the production.

BroadwayWorld's Holiday Guide: Must-See Shows on the East Coast
by Team BWW - Dec 8, 2023

As the festive season sweeps across the country bringing holiday cheer, BroadwayWorld is thrilled to present our selection of must-see shows for December. Check out our east coast picks!

Curtis Stewart Unveils 2023-2024 Season Highlights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023

Discover the exciting highlights of Curtis Stewart's upcoming 2023-2024 season, including his performances with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Oregon Symphony presenting his musical essay on grief, 'of Love.' Get the details here.

Herb Alpert Announces New Album 'Wish Upon A Star'
by Michael Major - Jun 29, 2023

Wish Upon A Star is filled to the brim with new takes on classic songs from Jerry Reed, Elvis, The Beatles, Cat Stevens, and The Carpenters among others. Produced by Alpert and recorded at his home in Los Angeles, the album continues to serve up the unmistakable trumpet playing of the Tijuana Brass master, who just turned 88 this year.

Photos: Matt Wolpe Stars in SCHOOL OF ROCK at Virginia Musical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

Get a first look at photos of SCHOOL OF ROCK, which made it’s Virginia regional theater premier this past weekend as part of the 31st season of the famed Virginia Musical Theatre season.

HOW I BECAME A PIRATE to Be Performed at The Perry Pavilion
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2022

Captain Braid Beard and his motley crew need some help as they search for the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Based on the book by Melinda Long, How I Became a Pirate kicks off Hurrah Players' Summer Season with a swashbuckling slapstick for the whole family.