| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | All My Sons Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Presented by Little Theatre of Virginia Beach at Little Theatre of Virginia Beach March 12-April 4, 2010 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars):  During the war, Joe Keller and Herbert Deever ran a machine shop that made airplane parts. Deever was sent to prison because the firm turned out defective parts, causing the deaths of many men, while Keller went free and made a lot of money. The twin shadows of this catastrophe and the fact that the young Keller son was reported missing during the war dominate the action. The love affair of Chris Keller and Ann Deever, the bitterness of George Deever returned from the war to find his father in... | Little Theatre of Virginia Beach | 03/12/10- 04/04/10 | Virginia Beach |
The Adventures of Tom SawyerPresented by The Hurrah Players at TCC Roper Performing Arts Center March 12-March 21, 2010 Mark Twain's classic story comes to exuberant musical life in this Broadway adaptation of America's favorite book. The irresistible story of a fourteen-year-old boy growing up in the heartland of America. It is a timeless adventure every generation will enjoy.
| The Hurrah Players | 03/12/10- 03/21/10 | Norfolk |
| You Can't Take It With You | Regent University School of Communication and The Arts | 03/12/10- 03/21/10 | Virginia Beach |
The Wizard of Oz at Chrysler Hall March 16-March 21, 2010 The Wizard of Oz at Chrysler Hall | | 03/16/10- 03/21/10 | Norfolk |
FabulationPresented by Iron Street Productions at Thomas Nelson Community College March 19-March 28, 2010 This is a comedic tale of redemption filled with personal and social insight as well as poignant twists. "As an African American woman, I am honored, to not only be producing this work, but I am also thrilled to be onstage, in the lead role, with a talented cast of actors that I have had the pleasure of directing over the last three years", says Artistic Director and Owner of ISP Le'Royce Bratsveen. | Iron Street Productions | 03/19/10- 03/28/10 | Hampton |
| Ballet Virginia International's Sleeping Beauty | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 03/27/10 | Suffolk |
An Evening with GrouchoPresented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre March 27, 2010 Starring Frank Ferrante Get ready for some fast-paced hilarity as the accomplished actor Frank Ferrante re-creates his PBS, New York and London acclaimed portrayal of the legendary Groucho Marx. Accompanied by his onstage pianist, Jim Furmston, Ferrante reacquaints us with the likes of brothers Harpo, Chico and Zeppo, Charlie Chaplin, W.C. Fields, Greta Garbo and MGM's Louis B. Mayer. The audience literally becomes a part of the show as Ferrante ad-libs his way through the performance in grand... | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 03/27/10 | Hampton |
Jeff Dunham: Identity Crisis Presented by Ted Constant Convocation Center at Ted Constant Convocation Center March 27, 2010 Jeff Dunham brings his undeniable talent and unstoppable laughs to the Constant Center. Dunham has taken the art of ventriloquism to new heights and has transformed it into a cutting-edge comedy experience that has gained worldwide appeal.
Jeff Dunham has been hailed by Time magazine as perhaps the most popular comedian in the U.S. and has recently appeared as a speaker at the National Press Club and had a cameo appearance on the Emmy Award-winning Best Comedy 30 Rock on NBC.... | Ted Constant Convocation Center | 03/27/10 | Norfolk |
The Pushers: UnscriptedPresented by Colley Cantina at Colley Cantina March 27, 2010 The Pushers bringing Chicago style, long-form improv. Watch as they make up the entire show right in front of you.
No Costumes. No Props. No Scripts.
| Colley Cantina | 03/27/10 | Norfolk |
Shakespeare and GalileoPresented by Williamsburg Regional Library at James City County Library March 27, 2010 Listen in on a hypothetical meeting between two brilliant individuals - William Shakespeare and Galileo Galilei - as they explore the relationship between art and science. The theatrical presentation is the final program for the "Visions of the Universe" traveling exhibit.
This live theatrical performance is presented by The Carpenter Science Theatre Company, which brings science to life at the Science Museum of Virginia. Professional actors, directors, playwrights, designers and technicians... | Williamsburg Regional Library | 03/27/10 | Williamsburg |
| Reader's Theatre | The Williamsburg Players | 03/28/10 | Williamsburg |
Tom Sawyer with the Hurrah PlayersPresented by Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts at Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts March 28, 2010 Aunt Polly, Becky Thatcher, and of course Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn are as much of a part of American culture as fireworks on the Fourth of July! These characters will come to glorious life in this musical retelling of Mark Twain's masterpiece. | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 03/28/10 | Suffolk |
A Raisin In The SunPresented by Virginia Stage Company at Wells Theatre March 30-April 18, 2010 This season marks 50 years since Lorraine Hansberry's play premiered on Broadway, a first for a black female playwright. A fiercely moving story of hope, A Raisin in the Sun is a major American masterpiece that is just as relevant today as when it was written. From their tenement apartment, the Younger family believes an insurance windfall is about to change their lives. When the odds are stacked against them, will the family collapse or will they rise above? | Virginia Stage Company | 03/30/10- 04/18/10 | Norfolk |
Tao: The Martial Art of DrummingPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts April 3, 2010 The Japanese word for drum is "taiko" and is often used to refer to a variety of Japanese drums (wide, fat drums) and to the relatively recent art form of ensemble Taiko. TAO, with its highly trained virtuosic performers, brings a young and vibrantly modern take to the traditional art form that is Taiko with a mix of drum, dance and "musical" coupled with their extraordinary precision, energy and stamina. They are "extraordinarily talented" - Chicago Tribune.
| Ferguson Center for the Arts | 04/03/10 | Newport News |
Nickelodeon Presents Storytime Live!Presented by Chrysler Hall at Chrysler Hall April 6-April 7, 2010 Play along with your favorite preschool pals live on stage as Nickelodeon presents their newest, biggest, most exciting live show ever! Leap into Fairytale Land with Dora the Explorer, journey through Purewood Forest with The Backyardigans, hop into Wonderland with Wonder Pets!, and monkey around on The Monkey King Adventure with Ni-Hao, Kai-Lan." Nickelodeon's musical adventure, StorytimeLive, features four of the top-rated preschool shows on television today... | Chrysler Hall | 04/06/10- 04/07/10 | Norfolk |
In the Mood: A 1940s MusicalPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts April 8, 2010 This retro 1940s musical captures the sound that moved a nation's spirit and helped win a war. This is a Big Band Theatrical Swing Revue that brings to life the era when American's greatest generation were listening and dancing to the likes of: Frank Sinatra, Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Harry James, Erskin Hawkins, The Andrews Sisters and other greats. The company of 22 includes In the Mood singers and dancers and the sensational String of Pearls big band orchestra.... | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 04/08/10 | Newport News |
Wizard of OZPresented by Arts Enter Cape Charles at Historic Palace Theatre April 9-April 18, 2010 Is there a soul alive who has not been swept away by the wonder of L. Frank Baum's masterpiece? This charming adaptation of the classic Wizard of Oz is directed by Musical Theatre Director, Christina Hardy. When a nasty neighbor tries to have her dog, Toto, put to sleep, Dorothy takes her dog and attempts to run away. They are caught in a cyclone's path and are carried to the magical land of Oz. Things in Oz are strange and beautiful, but Dorothy just wants to get back home. Wishing to... | Arts Enter Cape Charles | 04/09/10- 04/18/10 | Cape Charles |
| Paula Poundstone | Sandler Center for the Performing Arts | 04/10/10 | Virginia Beach |
Romeo and Julia ChorusPresented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre April 14, 2010 From the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, Stockholm Since its establishment in 1991, this 13 member chorus has gained an enviable reputation as guardians and renewers of the rich musical treasures of the Renaissance. The chorus gives a theatrical expression to a wide range of courtly and burlesque songs, revives a fascinating European cultural heritage, and effectively offers new and inspiring concert experiences. The dramatic power and musical impact of their concerts leave an indelible... | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 04/14/10 | Hampton |
Love Letters: Starring Barbara Eden and Hal LindenPresented by Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts at Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts April 17, 2010 It will be a night to remember as two of the best loved actors of our time perform the poignant, Pulitzer Prize winning play that eavesdrops on a 50-year correspondence that will bring out the romantic in us all. Treat yourself and someone you love to one of theater's most moving, beautifully written plays. | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 04/17/10 | Suffolk |
How Do You Spell Hope?Presented by American Theatre at American Theatre April 17, 2010 Written by Melinda Lopez, this play includes three inspiring stories of courage and compassion in the face of illiteracy: the historical narrative of the great orator Frederick Douglass, the true story of a teenage star athlete who overcomes dyslexia and the struggles of a contemporary immigrant family. The three stories are woven together seamlessly as two actors play a dozen roles and travel back and forth through time. The music is a rich blend of Latin rhythms and African American... | American Theatre | 04/17/10 | Hampton |
Underground Railway Theatre: How Do You Spell Hope?Presented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre April 17, 2010 How do You Spell Hope includes three inspiring stories of courage and compassion in the face of illiteracy: the historical narrative of the great orator Frederick Douglass, the true story of a teenage star athlete who overcomes dyslexia and the struggles of a contemporary immigrant family. The three stories are woven together seamlessly as two actors play a dozen roles and travel back and forth through time. The music is a rich blend of Latin rhythms and African American spirituals composed by... | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 04/17/10 | Hampton |
Opus OnePresented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre April 19, 2010 Four superstars of the classical music world come together to form a dynamic and extraordinary new ensemble, Opus One. As world renowned soloists and chamber musicians, each of these are familiar in concert halls around the world. Together, they bring a dedication to the works of the classical masters as well as to contemporary American composers; they perform with a sheer and infectious joy of making music. | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 04/19/10 | Hampton |
The Complete Works of William ShakespearePresented by Virginia Stage Company at Wells Theatre April 21-April 25, 2010 All 37 Plays in 97 Minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's plays, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) was London's longest running comedy - ten years at the Criterion Theatre. Praised by the Los Angeles Times as "wildly funny" and by the Montreal Gazette as "the funniest show you are likely to see in your entire lifetime". | Virginia Stage Company | 04/21/10- 04/25/10 | Norfolk |
Reduced Shakespeare CompanyPresented by Virginia Arts Festival at Wells Theatre April 21-April 25, 2010 Prepare to lose it laughing! This three-man comedy troupe is known for taking long, serious subjects and reducing them into short, sharp comedies. In "The Complete Works of Shakespeare (abridged)," they bring an irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard's oeuvre-all 37 plays in 97 hilarious minutes. "The funniest show you're likely to see in your entire lifetime" (Globe and Mail, Toronto). | Virginia Arts Festival | 04/21/10- 04/25/10 | Norfolk |
Faustwork Mask TheatrePresented by American Theatre at American Theatre April 23-April 24, 2010 In a series of delightful vignettes ranging from comic to bizarre to poignant, The Mask Messenger is a tour de force. It is an engaging mix of monologue, physical comedy and theatre that explores the artistic, cultural and psychological use of masks. The cast of characters cuts to the heart of human matters and leaves audiences laughing and crying. There is quick-change artistry, an occasional "celebrity appearance" and physical distortions that baffle the eye and boggle the brain. | American Theatre | 04/23/10- 04/24/10 | Hampton |
Michael Flatley's Lord of the DancePresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts April 23-April 24, 2010 Michael Flatley, creator and director of this award-winning international dance phenomenon, proves that hearts and minds united through music and dance cross all traditional boundaries. From the moment the lights go down to the last encore, audiences are spellbound by a masterfully orchestrated combination of precision dancing, state-of-the-art lighting and pyrotechnics. | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 04/23/10- 04/24/10 | Newport News |
Leonard Bernstein's MassPresented by Virginia Arts Festival at Chrysler Hall April 23-April 24, 2010 The largest and most theatrical of the great composer/conductor's works, Mass is a simple name for a soaring work that fills the stage with two choruses, a children's choir, a Broadway-sized cast (with ballet company), and a rock band - while the orchestra raises Bernstein's glorious music to the heavens. This stunning new production combines the music of Bernstein, Paul Simon and Stephen Schwartz and will feature the Virginia Symphony, Todd Rosenlieb dancers, and a host of gifted... | Virginia Arts Festival | 04/23/10- 04/24/10 | Norfolk |
Faustwork Mask TheatrePresented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre April 23-April 24, 2010 The Mask Messenger In a series of delightful vignettes ranging from comic to bizarre to poignant, The Mask Messenger is a tour de force. It is an engaging mix of monologue, physical comedy and theatre that explores the artistic, cultural and psychological use of masks. | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 04/23/10- 04/24/10 | Hampton |
The Hudson Vagabond Puppets: The Silly JellyfishPresented by Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts at Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts April 24, 2010 At the bottom of the ocean lies a world teeming with life! Giant puppets will portray the story of a discontented sea dragon, A Blue Crab, an Octopus, a Great White Shark, and a 40 foot long Blue Whale in this story about a Jellyfish without an identity of his own. | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 04/24/10 | Suffolk |
Sojourner Truth: I Sell the ShadowPresented by Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts at Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts April 25, 2010 Over 100 years ago, the largest funeral procession in America followed the death of a slave. Kim Russell will portray this pivotal figure in American history. Presented in the tradition of Chautauqua, the audience will listen to this voice from the past as well as ask Sojourner questions about her life and times as a slave, her work as a 19th century feminist, her courtroom battles and her speech. | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 04/25/10 | Suffolk |
Vijay Iyer's TirthaPresented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre April 28, 2010 Hailed as a boundless and deeply important young star, Vijay Iyer was voted Number 1 Rising Jazz Star and Number 1 Rising Star Composer in Downbeat International Critics Poll in both 2006 and 2007. The son of Indian immigrants, Vijay Iyer is a largely self-taught creative musician grounded in the American jazz lexicon and drawing from a wide range of Western and non Western traditions. | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 04/28/10 | Hampton |
Chita Rivera: My BroadwayPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts April 29, 2010 Universally regarded as an American national treasure, Chita Rivera is Broadway's most accomplished and versatile dancer/actress/singer. History was made with her electric performance as Anita in West Side Story, which also brought her stardom. Join her for a special evening of music as she performs songs from her most celebrated Broadway performances including West Side Story, Sweet Charity, Chicago, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Bye, Bye Birdie and more.
| Ferguson Center for the Arts | 04/29/10 | Newport News |
An Evening with Pam TillisPresented by Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts at Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts April 30, 2010 Continuing the country music dynasty founded by her father Mel Tillis, Pam has been a formidable force in country music since her first single hit the charts in 1990. She has racked up 14 Top Five hits including six that hit #1, and has sold over 6 million records. | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 04/30/10 | Suffolk |
Paul Taylor 2 DancePresented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre May 1-May 2, 2010 Established in 1993, the six-member Taylor 2 company brings Paul Taylor's dances to stages around the world. Combining Taylor's signature blend of athleticism, humor and emotion, Taylor 2 will knock your socks off! | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 05/01/10- 05/02/10 | Hampton |
Smoke on the Mountain: The HomecomingPresented by Little Theatre of Norfolk at Little Theatre of Norfolk May 6-May 29, 2010 It's October, 1945, and the gospel-singing Sanders Family is back together again. The war is over and America's years of prosperity are just beginning. But there's another kind of rite of passage at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, where Reverend Mervin Oglethorpe is giving his last service. He's been called to preach in Texas, and he's already bought a ten-gallon hat and is preparing to ride into the sunset with his wife June, who is eight months pregnant. Tomorrow morning, young Dennis Sanders... | Little Theatre of Norfolk | 05/06/10- 05/29/10 | Norfolk |
Bonnie RideoutPresented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre May 6, 2010 Scottish fiddle champion Bonnie Rideout presents a program of Pibrochs ? the rare and haunting solo fiddle music of Scotland. Join her and Dr. John Purser of the BBC for a beautiful concert of music, imagery and words from the Highlands, islands and castles of Scotland. | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 05/06/10 | Hampton |
Mornings at SevenPresented by Little Theatre of Virginia Beach at Little Theatre of Virginia Beach May 7-May 30, 2010 Aaronetta and Ida Gibbs have lived next door to each other most of their lives and along with Esther, all the Gibb sisters are an open book to each other: husbands not included. Into the fray comes Myrtle Brown, perpetually engaged to Ida's son Homer. But Homer can't seem to pop the question. Taking matters into her own hands, Myrtle finally gets a proposal by compelling Homer to fly the nest. Sort of. This perennially charming portrait of small town America fifty plus years ago was revived on... | Little Theatre of Virginia Beach | 05/07/10- 05/30/10 | Virginia Beach |
Virginia Opera: Gershwin's Porgy & BessPresented by Virginia Opera at Ferguson Center for the Arts May 7-May 8, 2010 Summertime in the south is gonna be a scorcher! Hang on to your seat as Virginia Opera presents the Gershwins' 1935 bittersweet love story set in Catfish Row Charleston, S.C. during the early 1920s. This landmark musical tells the story of Porgy, a crippled man, and his attempts to rescue his love Bess from her pimp, Crown, and her drug dealer, Sportin' Life. This classic blends traditional African-American church music, chords from the Gershwins' Jewish heritage and quintessential American... | Virginia Opera | 05/07/10- 05/08/10 | Newport News |
Rugrats - A Live AdventurePresented by The Hurrah Players at TCC Roper Performing Arts Center May 8-May 9, 2010 Welcome to the world of the Rugrats, Nickelodeon's classic hit animated series about life from a baby's point of view. The Rugrats' world is one where mundane things and events turn into grand, comic adventures. In this live theatrical production, Rugrats, in their usual offbeat fashion, turn a typical afternoon into an adventure of the imagination. | The Hurrah Players | 05/08/10- 05/09/10 | Norfolk |
The KlezmaticsPresented by Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau at The American Theatre May 8, 2010 The season comes to a rousing finale with the superstars of world music, The Klezmatics. The only klezmer band to win a Grammy, The Klezmatics emerged out of the vibrant cultural scene in New York's East village in 1986. This remarkable band is steeped in Eastern European Jewish tradition and spirituality and incorporates contemporary themes such as human rights and anti-fundamentalism into their eclectic musical influences which include Arabian, African, Latin and Balkan rhythms, jazz and... | Hampton Convention and Visitors Bureau | 05/08/10 | Hampton |
CompanyPresented by The Williamsburg Players at The Williamsburg Players Theatre May 11, 2010 Open Dress Night.
Robert, a bachelor, is celebrating his 35th birthday and everyone comes to celebrate with him. However, it seems everyone but Robert is married or getting married, and they are all eager for their bachelor friend to follow in their footsteps. But Robert isn't quite ready to take the plunge. He is sure that "someone is waiting," the perfect girl just for him, and until she makes herself known, he is content to amuse himself with the countless women who come to New York every... | The Williamsburg Players | 05/11/10 | Williamsburg |
CompanyPresented by The Williamsburg Players at The Williamsburg Players Theatre May 13, 2010 Robert, a bachelor, is celebrating his 35th birthday and everyone comes to celebrate with him. However, it seems everyone but Robert is married or getting married, and they are all eager for their bachelor friend to follow in their footsteps. But Robert isn't quite ready to take the plunge. He is sure that "someone is waiting," the perfect girl just for him, and until she makes herself known, he is content to amuse himself with the countless women who come to New York every day. Meanwhile,... | The Williamsburg Players | 05/13/10 | Williamsburg |
Say Goodnight GraciePresented by Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts at Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts May 16, 2010 See the hit Broadway play that invites you to spend a hilarious, heart-warming evening in the uplifting company of the world's favorite and funniest centenarian. George Burns, who spanned one hundred years of American entertainment history, is now miraculously alive and kicking in this stunning tour de force. | Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts | 05/16/10 | Suffolk |
CompanyPresented by The Williamsburg Players at The Williamsburg Players Theatre May 19-May 22, 2010 Robert, a bachelor, is celebrating his 35th birthday and everyone comes to celebrate with him. However, it seems everyone but Robert is married or getting married, and they are all eager for their bachelor friend to follow in their footsteps. But Robert isn't quite ready to take the plunge. He is sure that "someone is waiting," the perfect girl just for him, and until she makes herself known, he is content to amuse himself with the countless women who come to New York every day. Meanwhile,... | The Williamsburg Players | 05/19/10- 05/22/10 | Williamsburg |
Spencers: Theatre of IllusionPresented by Ferguson Center for the Arts at Ferguson Center for the Arts May 21, 2010 Get ready to cross a threshold of disbelief as Kevin and Cindy Spencer - 2009 recipients of the International Magicians' Society Merlin Award, the Magician's Oscar - dazzle you with their entertaining stage magic and breath-taking illusion. The Spencers combine theatrical elements with cutting-edge illusions, puzzling feats of legerdemain, lighting and music. And they don't just want you to sit there and watch ? they want you to participate, so bring the kids. | Ferguson Center for the Arts | 05/21/10 | Newport News |
CompanyPresented by The Williamsburg Players at The Williamsburg Players Theatre May 26-May 29, 2010 Robert, a bachelor, is celebrating his 35th birthday and everyone comes to celebrate with him. However, it seems everyone but Robert is married or getting married, and they are all eager for their bachelor friend to follow in their footsteps. But Robert isn't quite ready to take the plunge. He is sure that "someone is waiting," the perfect girl just for him, and until she makes herself known, he is content to amuse himself with the countless women who come to New York every day. Meanwhile,... | The Williamsburg Players | 05/26/10- 05/29/10 | Williamsburg |
Kelli O'Hara with Rob FisherPresented by Virginia Arts Festival at Williamsburg Lodge May 29, 2010 Unequivocally established as one of Broadway's great leading ladies, she recently starred in the Tony Award-winning revival of South Pacific at Lincoln Center, enrapturing audiences and critic alike with her soulful and complex interpretation of Nellie Forbush, which garnered her a third Tony-nomination. Also seen in recent Broadway hits including Light on the Piazza and The Pajama Game, "this radiant, wholesome singing actress from Oklahoma with one foot in country music and the other in opera... | Virginia Arts Festival | 05/29/10 | Williamsburg |
| Reader's Theatre | The Williamsburg Players | 05/30/10 | Williamsburg |
CompanyPresented by The Williamsburg Players at The Williamsburg Players Theatre June 2-June 5, 2010 Robert, a bachelor, is celebrating his 35th birthday and everyone comes to celebrate with him. However, it seems everyone but Robert is married or getting married, and they are all eager for their bachelor friend to follow in their footsteps. But Robert isn't quite ready to take the plunge. He is sure that "someone is waiting," the perfect girl just for him, and until she makes herself known, he is content to amuse himself with the countless women who come to New York every day. Meanwhile,... | The Williamsburg Players | 06/02/10- 06/05/10 | Williamsburg |