“Wondrous, elegant…a miracle of musical and dramatic inspiration.” -The New York Times “The hottest guitarist in the world…” -The Sunday Times, London Taking its name from the celebrated court orchestra of French kings, Les Violons du Roy explores centuries of chamber music repertoire in performances that authentically reflect the period of each work’s composition. Informed […]
“If there were ever a company to shine glorious light…it may well be Dance Theatre of Harlem. Strong, soulful…brilliantly mined joy.” -Charleston Post and Courier Beloved around the world, this beautiful company has been making headlines for more than half a century, and they’ve never looked better, according to The New York Times, who recently hailed their […]
A Tribute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly Featuring Miko Marks and Kristina Train Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and Dolly Parton revolutionized country music and blazed a trail for future generations of female artists. Each harnessed country music's rich storytelling tradition to offer their uniquely empowered - and unmistakably female - perspective on issues faced by […]
We've got BIG news! Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 2, for the 2024 Hampton Roads Pride Reveal! We will be unveiling plans for the annual Pride Celebrations, Pride 365 community events, and partnerships with Portsmouth Pride, Suffolk Pride, Chesapeake Pride, Newport News Pride, Phoebus Pride (Hampton), Silver Pride and more. There will be food, […]
“If there were ever a company to shine glorious light…it may well be Dance Theatre of Harlem. Strong, soulful…brilliantly mined joy.” -Charleston Post and Courier Beloved around the world, this beautiful company has been making headlines for more than half a century, and they’ve never looked better, according to The New York Times, who recently hailed their […]
Remember putting on an album and listening from start to finish? Relive that moment with a live concert experience unlike any other as The Black Jacket Symphony recreates Prince's iconic album “Purple Rain" live in its entirety; note for note, sound for sound. Over the past ten years, the Black Jacket Symphony has performed over […]
Burlyville Thrill and Fantasmo After Dark are back again for more late-night Burly madness! We're bringing you a rockin' and rollin' sexy good time at Naro Cinema with Killer Queens: A Burlesque Tribute to One of the Greatest Rock Bands of All Time! QUEEN! This show has been curated to make Freddie proud so we're […]
Dubbed the “Steely Dan of smooth jazz” by All About Jazz and praised by JazzTimes Magazine for their “consistently winning contemporary jazz,” Pieces Of A Dream has been churning out chart-topping hits for four consecutive decades. Even the iconic Count Basie declared Pieces Of A Dream “A tough act to follow!” Hailing from The City […]
The basketball game of the year is coming to Hampton! Presented by NBA superstar Allen Iverson, witness the nation's premier All-American game tip off at the iconic Hampton Coliseum. Secure your seats now to see top NBA prospects compete under the guidance of basketball greats. With NBA legends coaching the teams, an electrifying halftime performance, […]
“If there were ever a company to shine glorious light…it may well be Dance Theatre of Harlem. Strong, soulful…brilliantly mined joy.” -Charleston Post and Courier Beloved around the world, this beautiful company has been making headlines for more than half a century, and they’ve never looked better, according to The New York Times, who recently hailed their […]
“If there were ever a company to shine glorious light…it may well be Dance Theatre of Harlem. Strong, soulful…brilliantly mined joy.” -Charleston Post and Courier Beloved around the world, this beautiful company has been making headlines for more than half a century, and they’ve never looked better, according to The New York Times, who recently hailed their […]
Looking to meet fellow families with LGBTQ+ parents and/or kids? Join us for Rainbow Families, where you can make family-friendly crafts, try fun games and activities, learn about local resources and make friends! Activities are geared toward ages 10 and older, with caregiver assistance for those younger. We are a trans and non-binary supportive space. For families. […]
2024 GRAMMY Award Winner She’s written for the best of the best, penning hits for Brandi Carlile, Alicia Keys and Kacey Musgraves. She’s written for Broadway, where the hilariously charming musical Shucked charmed audiences. Now this CMA winner and 17-time Grammy nominee has a new album she’s written for herself, and it has made the “year’s best” […]
“Classical music doesn’t get much more life-enhancing than this.” -The Guardian Founded in 1975 in Budapest, Hungary, the legendary Takács Quartet counts among its many awards a Grammy, multiple Gramophone Awards and the BBC Music Magazine Awards Disc of the Year. “Rich and subtle playing…. Their sound draws you in from the first moment. The […]
This tribute to the amazing songs of The Everly Brothers features Ben Hope (last seen on the VSC stage as Johnny Cash in the 2017 production of Ring of Fire) and Eric Scott Anthony performing the music of the immensely popular American rock-n-roll duo. The Everly Brothers' style of harmonizing and steel-string acoustic guitar influenced […]
Hey guys and girls join us for another 18 and over Drag bingo at Dave & Buster’s on May 14! Seating begins at 5:30 sharp show and bingo begins at 6 PM sharp. Every month our Drag bingo includes our hostess Miss Fushia DeVille along with two featured local entertainers. Every ticket comes with one […]
“Classical music doesn’t get much more life-enhancing than this.” -The Guardian Founded in 1975 in Budapest, Hungary, the legendary Takács Quartet counts among its many awards a Grammy, multiple Gramophone Awards and the BBC Music Magazine Awards Disc of the Year. “Rich and subtle playing…. Their sound draws you in from the first moment. The […]
“A supercharged show! Heart-pumping music, dazzling lights and video, and incredibly talented athletes and musicians.” -Theatermania, New York More than a million people worldwide have witnessed the sheer spectacle of this electrifying show. A phenomenal physical performance that incorporates BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing, acrobatics, drumming and more, 360 ALLSTARS connects the street with the elite […]
The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal." It’s THE BOOK OF […]
Experience the star-studded “Mother’s Day Celebration” that the entire country is talking about. Unforgettable music from today’s biggest gospel artists in the best venues throughout the United States. Be inspired by music that uplifts and heals. The “Mother’s Day Celebration” has become an annual event for mothers, grandmothers, daughters, and all music lovers to celebrate our matriarch’s impact […]
Join us for an evening of music and story telling while enjoying the best desserts in town with a great cup of joe or a brew. This Saturday, 7-9pm
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Martha Graham Dance Company and the 80th Anniversary of Appalachian Spring in a performance that reveals the genius in every move! Recognized as a primal artistic force of the 20th century alongside Picasso, James Joyce, Stravinsky, and Frank Lloyd Wright, Martha Graham transformed the art of dance. Recipient of the Presidential Medal […]
“The Chenault duo packs twice the punch. The Chenaults made tasteful and judicious use of the organ’s bountiful resources…and brought the audience to its feet.” -The Birmingham News Named "the World's Premier Duo-Organ Team" by The Atlanta Journal and Constitution, this husband-and-wife team dazzles at the keyboard, playing “as one excellent performer with four legs and four […]
Leanne was feeling the lure of Hollywood after graduating high school, but the idea of moving there was unheard of and too daunting for a country girl who had never been away from home. She enrolled in college at The University of Tennessee, where she graduated (by the skin of her teeth) with a degree […]
"Turbulent, wildly colorful and exploding with life." - Washington Post Recently appointed Virginia Arts Festival Composer-In-Residence, Jessie Montgomery is recognized as a major force in contemporary classical music. Selected as Musical America's 2023 Composer of the Year, she has created works that The New York Times says are changing the American canon. Virginia Arts Festival patrons […]
Get ready to be swept off your feet at Showgirl's Choice Cabaret Dinner Theater with the Feral Showgirls! Join us on May 18th for a night of pure entertainment, where each performer brings their own flare to the stage! Tickets are a steal at just $5! Grab yours now and let the magic unfold! 21 […]
Todd Stoll, director Catherine Russell, vocals Walter Blanding, tenor saxophone Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. A phenomenally gifted composer, band leader and pianist, Duke Ellington defined an era in jazz, shaping the sound of American music for more than 50 years. In fact, Ellington rejected being limited to jazz; he thought of his music as […]
Don't miss this thrilling collaboration of Studio 360 Performing Arts & the Boys Choir of Hampton Roads. It will be an evening of dance & song celebrating the artistry of today, inspired by the grandeur of the past.
Tye Tribbett has had a legendary career and his saga has stayed on that trajectory these past two years culminating most recently having earned the 2024 Best Gospel Album GRAMMY Award for his release of All Things New: Live In Orlando. This momentous news marked the second time he has won the award and brings […]
PRIDE BELONGS TO ALL OF US Portsmouth Pride Festival Saturday, June 1 | 11AM - 5pm Festival Park, Portsmouth Waterfront Don’t miss the Portsmouth Pride Fest on June 1st celebrating the LGBT community in Portsmouth and across Hampton Roads. • Live Music • Food & Drink Vendors • Pop-up Dog Park • Community Resources • […]
A fundraising event to support Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads Pride, Stonewall Sports and LGTB Life Center. There is a pre-show reception with raffle items and a cash bar. Then enjoy the performance of The Outsider at 8pm!
“A festival for the eye and ear. Pure joy.” -ClevelandClassical.com This GRAMMY-winning ensemble “brings to life the music of the past for audiences of today, with passion—period.” Their slogan encompasses their mission, but not the overriding sense of joy and discovery they bring to every performance. Performing on historical instruments, they reveal the original glories […]
with performances by Alana Springsteen Warren Zeiders was just 22 years old when he signed his first recording contract with Warner Records. After a series of live covers, “Ride The Lightning” caught fire and ignited a community of true believers before he’d ever toured or played outside his hometown of Hershey, PA. Zeiders’ distinctive, high-energy country music is powered […]
“A festival for the eye and ear. Pure joy.” -ClevelandClassical.com This GRAMMY-winning ensemble “brings to life the music of the past for audiences of today, with passion—period.” Their slogan encompasses their mission, but not the overriding sense of joy and discovery they bring to every performance. Performing on historical instruments, they reveal the original glories […]
Bailey Zimmerman has surged to the forefront of 21st-century country music with the release of Religiously. The Album., arriving as not only the biggest all-genre streaming debut since 2021 but also the biggest streaming country debut of all time. Deriving its name from his rapidly rising current country radio single, “Religiously,” the LP entered at No. 3 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart and No. […]
Kountry Wayne (a.k.a. Wayne Colley) has been generating an extraordinary amount of buzz among his peers within the entertainment industry as one of comedy’s most notable rising stars. Since his first viral Facebook post in 2014, Wayne's career continues to soar, while garnering a loyal fan base. His widely popular digital sketches draw millions of […]
Join us as we kick off a fantastic partnership between Hampton Roads Pride and the local breweries throughout Hampton Roads. The Launch Party, hosted by the fabulous Fushia DeVille, will feature electrifying performances by Drag Goddesses Naomi Black and Jasleane Jade. Rock out to live music by NOT THOSE GIRLS, an ethnically diverse, all-female band […]
Big Loud Records' heavy-hitter HARDY has never been just one thing. Uncaging a new chapter, HARDY soared to new heights with the release of the mockingbird & THE CROW, his critically acclaimed half-country, half-rock sophomore album, adding to over 2 billion career streams. The dichotomous, 17-track effort debuted top five all genre on the Billboard 200 Albums chart and […]
Prepare to be blown away by these elementary to high school-age musicians! Virginia Arts Festival’s Rhythm Project is a world percussion ensemble that serves young people throughout Hampton Roads, teaching them discipline, responsibility, and creativity as they learn to perform together on steel pans. Over the program’s 26-year existence, Rhythm Project performers have opened for […]
This North Carolina-based band captivates audiences with their finely layered vocal harmonies and down-home sound, the product of impeccable artistry. Steeped in the traditions of mountain music, they make the old sound new, alive, and electrifying. Co-presented with North Shore Point House Concerts.
Trans Family Dinner is program led by The Calos Coalitions that provides the practice of dining with others that individually share common values and interests with. The practice is centered on food and sharing time with the people who come together in order to share the meal and conversation. Trans Family Dinner takes place monthly […]
“There is only one Adrienne Warren.” – The New York Times Hampton Roads native Adrienne Warren leapt into the limelight with her Tony-nominated performance in Broadway’s Shuffle Along. She then won the Tony, Drama Desk, Drama League, Antonyo, and Outer Critics Circle awards for her riveting portrayal of a rock/soul superstar in Broadway’s Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, and also […]
“She is an intoxicating and unmissable cocktail of power and vulnerability.” -The Times A Festival fan favorite, this singer, actor, playwright, author, and irresistibly dynamic performer wows audiences with her sultry, powerful performances, delivering “each song with an unwavering, exhilarating intensity and passion that pierces the air with a controlled recklessness sure to send shivers […]
Pretty Lights is a musical project known for a unique fusion of electronic beats, poetic samples, and modular synthesizers. Intricate sonic tapestries combined with dynamic breathing light shows transport listeners to cosmic planes, seamlessly blending the past and future into a rich present moment.
We are excited about the 3rd annual(PFLAG PRIDE PICNIC)Join us at Woodstock City Parkon June 17th (Shelter #1) 5709 Providence Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23464 Bring your picnic Dessert will be provided RSVP PFLAGhr@gmail.com
"There is something about O'Donovan that can't be denied. Whether it be her easy demeanor or her effervescent writing, unique among her Americana peers, O'Donovan can always be trusted to provide an unforgettable show" (Third Coast Review). GRAMMY Award-winning artist Aoife O'Donovan operates in a thrilling musical world beyond genre, mixing folk, bluegrass, blues, and beyond […]
"There is something about O'Donovan that can't be denied. Whether it be her easy demeanor or her effervescent writing, unique among her Americana peers, O'Donovan can always be trusted to provide an unforgettable show" (Third Coast Review). GRAMMY Award-winning artist Aoife O'Donovan operates in a thrilling musical world beyond genre, mixing folk, bluegrass, blues, and beyond […]
Hailed as a national treasure by Opera News, Anthony Davis has created a legacy of operas that have broken through a centuries-old color barrier to place stories from the history of African-Americans centerstage, including his X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X, Amistad, and his newest work, The Central Park Five. Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Anthony Davis has deep roots in Hampton Roads, […]
