Co-presented with Christ & St. Luke's Episcopal Church and Virginia Arts Festival. Dubbed “the rock stars of Renaissance vocal music” by The New York Times and “one of the UK’s greatest cultural exports” by BBC Radio 3, this legendary ensemble has perhaps done more than any other group to establish sacred vocal music of the […]
Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. Distilling a heady mix of Afro-Caribbean styles and irresistible on-stage energy, this sizzling Puerto Rican band has been thrilling international audiences for nearly three decades. With mesmerizing hand drumming, raucous horns and soaring vocal harmonies, they'll have you on your feet! Discover a fan-favorite band who "can rock the house […]
Something Great is coming to Norfolk this Spring! Join us for the World Premiere of The Great Gatsby Ballet! Step into the jazzy world of the Roaring Twenties with this new production of the World Ballet Company. See the glitz, glamor, and tragic romance of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel LIVE on stage, featuring a multinational cast […]
JOHN MORELAND, singer-songwriter Co-presented by Virginia Arts Festival and North Shore Point House Concerts After clamoring acclaim and a run of hit albums established him as a y’alternative superstar, this fiercely independent Tulsa-born singer-songwriter stopped working, turned off his cellphone, and unplugged to rest, heal and reflect. Faithful fans are thrilled that Moreland has emerged […]
Three women, one catamaran, and the North Atlantic Ocean. Women & the Wind is an indie documentary following the journey of three women, Kiana Weltzien, Alizé Jireh, and Lærke Heilmann, as they ignite the flames of curiosity and adventure which lay dormant within so many of us, by deepening our understanding of the synergy between […]
Edgar Meyer, double bass Tessa Lark, violin Joshua Roman, cello Co-presented with The College of William & Mary and Virginia Arts Festival. String’s the thing in this all-star evening! Legendary bassist Edgar Meyer—the only bassist ever to be awarded the Avery Fisher Prize--is known for his adventurous collaborations with artists of all genres. His newest […]
🌈 We’ve Got BIG News! 🌈 Join us on Thursday, May 8 for the 37th Annual Hampton Roads Pride Celebration Reveal—the can't-miss kickoff to Pride season! We're unveiling everything you need to know about this year’s Pride Celebrations, Pride 365 events, and exciting collaborations with Portsmouth Pride, Suffolk Pride, Chesapeake Pride, Newport News Pride, Phoebus […]
Mahley Symphony No.9 Virginia Symphony Orchestra Eric Jacobsen, conductor Co-presented with Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Virginia Arts Festival. Having been diagnosed with a terminal heart condition, Mahler composed his Ninth Symphony, his final completed symphony, while confronting his own mortality. The emotional work takes the listener on a musical journey from the beauty of life […]
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 Jimmy Buffett's iconic album "Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes" live in its entirety; note for note, sound for sound. Over the past ten years, the Black Jacket […]
Mahler Symphony No.9 Virginia Symphony Orchestra Eric Jacobsen, conductor Co-presented with Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Virginia Arts Festival. Having been diagnosed with a terminal heart condition, Mahler composed his Ninth Symphony, his final completed symphony, while confronting his own mortality. The emotional work takes the listener on a musical journey from the beauty of life […]
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of soulful music starring SMOOTH, a captivating artist who not only embodies the sound and style of Luther Vandross but also adds his own distinctive flavor. His incredible vocal magic and smooth delivery leave audiences in awe.
VB United strives to "CULTIVATE" local talent, creating an environment where players can grow and flourish on their journey to reaching the next level in professional soccer. VB United strives to "IMPACT" the local community by creating a positive and lasting impact through philanthropic initiatives. We serve to “UNITE” the local soccer culture. VBU looks […]
Join Rachel & the JellyCats and the Feral Showgirls as we titillate and tantalize with burlesque, babes, and rocking live music, with a naughty twist, an homage to Mother's Dayn (kid and fur babies!) and Spring! Doors at 11:30 am, show at 12 pm! $15 per person, 18 and up! Space is EXTREMELY limited. Plus, […]
Co-presented with The Tidewater Chapter of The American Guild of Organists, Christ & St. Luke's Episcopal Church, and Virginia Arts Festival. For the organ aficionado, Alcée Chriss is the real deal: impeccably trained, a veteran of some of the world’s great organs, rooted in the classics but adventurous in his choices of repertoire…and all this […]
Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. Punch Brothers, formed in 2006, are a virtuosic quintet featuring mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Brittany Haas. Known for pushing the boundaries of acoustic music, the band has garnered critical acclaim, including a Grammy for Best Folk Album for All Ashore […]
Virginia Beach, VA & Tampa, FL – The United Soccer League announced today that Virginia Beach United will join the USL W League beginning in the 2025 season. The club previously joined USL League Two in 2019. Virginia Beach United was founded that year by the heads of two local youth soccer clubs with the mission […]
BÉLA FLECK, EDMAR CASTAÑEDA and ANTONIO SÁNCHEZ TRIO Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. Never content to rest on his laurels as the world’s greatest banjo player—and with 17 Grammys out of 38 nominations, he surely could-- Béla Fleck has spent a lifetime innovating through collaborations that have taken him from bluegrass to jazz to music of […]
Co-presented by North Shore Point and Virginia Arts Festival. The deep-roots tag team of Cajun slide guitar phenom Sonny Landreth and legendary New Orleans Latin-Americana rockers The Iguanas present a mind-blowing musical trip through the scenic soundscape of the bayou. Fusing blues, Latin, classic R&B, zydeco, Cajun, Tex-Mex, and roots rock, these down-home virtuosos stir […]
HR Jazz presents “Trio Jazz” Aaron Goldberg, Nat Reeves and Jae Sinnett Goldberg has collaborated with numerous jazz musicians over the years, including Joshua Redman, Wynton Marsalis, Charles Lloyd, Gregory Tardy, Betty Carter, and more. In 1998, he formed the Aaron Goldberg Trio and released their debut album in 1999. In 2006, “OAM’s Blues” from his […]
An Evening with Kelli O'Hara Rob Fisher, music director and conductor Virginia Symphony Orchestra Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. “The undisputed queen of Broadway” (The Times), Kelli O’Hara has enchanted audiences in such musicals as Kiss Me Kate, The Bridges of Madison County, South Pacific, and more. A gifted actress, she is possessed of a gorgeous voice as […]
Burgers, buns, and babes, oh my! Join an all-star lineup of amazing performers for this one-of-a-kind event! Join Rachel & the JellyCats for live music, featuring the sexy and sultry performances of The Feral Showgirls. Then, get your groove on and dance the night away with the one and only DJ Paul. No cover and […]
Virginia Beach, VA & Tampa, FL – The United Soccer League announced today that Virginia Beach United will join the USL W League beginning in the 2025 season. The club previously joined USL League Two in 2019. Virginia Beach United was founded that year by the heads of two local youth soccer clubs with the mission […]
Virginia Beach United vs. Annapolis Blues FC, in partnership with Hampton Roads Pride invites you to a women's soccer game to celebrate Pride Night at Virginia Beach Sportsplex. VB United strives to “CULTIVATE” local talent, creating an environment where players can grow and flourish on their journey to reaching the next level in professional soccer. […]
This meetup is for budding entrepreneurs, creatives, visionaries, and anyone dreaming of building something meaningful but feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin. Whether you’re pre-business launch or deep in your grind, this space is designed to re-center your mindset and nourish your spirit. Join us for the inaugural gathering of the RVA Trans Entrepreneurs […]
Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. Hailed by Paste Magazine as “masters of soulful folk,” The Wood Brothers have cemented a reputation, among fans and critics alike, as freethinking songwriters and road warriors. Their latest studio album, Heart is The Hero, has won rave reviews for "songs that reflect the fears, hopes, and joys of everyday […]
Virginia Beach, VA & Tampa, FL – The United Soccer League announced today that Virginia Beach United will join the USL W League beginning in the 2025 season. The club previously joined USL League Two in 2019. Virginia Beach United was founded that year by the heads of two local youth soccer clubs with the mission […]
Zemlinsky Quartet Olga Kern, piano Co-presented with The Chamber Music School of Williamsburg, The College of William & Mary, and Virginia Arts Festival. So much of the great string quartet repertoire has come from Czech composers; there has come to be a deep appreciation among chamber music fans for what is known as “the Czech […]
Zemlinsky Quartet Olga Kern, piano Co-presented with The Feldman Chamber Music Society and Virginia Arts Festival. So much of the great string quartet repertoire has come from Czech composers; there has come to be a deep appreciation among chamber music fans for what is known as “the Czech tradition.” The Zemlinksy Quartet has become a […]
Coffee Concert I Zemlinsky Quartet Olga Kern, piano Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. So much of the great string quartet repertoire has come from Czech composers; there has come to be a deep appreciation among chamber music fans for what is known as “the Czech tradition.” The Zemlinksy Quartet has become a much-lauded example of […]
with performances by Tyler Hubbard and Kassi Ashton Old Dominion’s skyscraping anthems and electrifying live shows have put the Multi-Platinum-selling band prominently at the forefront of country music. Fusing clever lyrics and an infectious sound, their lyrical wit and hook-heavy songwriting have certainly proved to be a winning formula for Nashville’s hottest band. It’s no […]
with performances by Ernest and Anne Wilson Riley Green has been compelling Country music fans to raise a drink, shed a tear, and, above all, celebrate where they are from, since first releasing his self-titled EP in 2018 with Big Machine Label Group. His songs like the No. 1 PLATINUM hit “There Was This Girl,” […]
Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. 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 27-year existence, Rhythm […]
with performances by Chase Matthew and Dasha Multi-Platinum, CMA award-winning entertainer Jordan Davis recently earned his sixth career #1 at country radio with his 2X platinum hit, “Next Thing You Know.” The record marked the Shreveport, Louisiana native’s third consecutive #1 off of his album, “Bluebird Days,” which also featured his Platinum-selling single, “What My World […]
VB United strives to "CULTIVATE" local talent, creating an environment where players can grow and flourish on their journey to reaching the next level in professional soccer. VB United strives to "IMPACT" the local community by creating a positive and lasting impact through philanthropic initiatives. We serve to “UNITE” the local soccer culture. VBU looks […]
Co-presented with North Shore Point and Virginia Arts Festival. This artist has been challenging musical genre definitions since his 1970 debut, blurring the lines between blues, soul, funk, roots rock, folk and bluegrass in tell-it-like-it-is performances that steal the show. A Portsmouth native, Swamp Dogg has inspired artists for generations with this "salty, earthy, Southern-soul […]
“Feasts for the eye…a compelling and immersive experience.” -Kerrang! The raucous energy of heavy metal rock meets the strength and athleticism of ballet in this spectacular new work from Birmingham Royal Ballet, presented in its U.S. Premiere by Virginia Arts Festival. With eight classic Black Sabbath hits arranged for orchestra and rock band, and a […]
“Feasts for the eye…a compelling and immersive experience.” -Kerrang! The raucous energy of heavy metal rock meets the strength and athleticism of ballet in this spectacular new work from Birmingham Royal Ballet, presented in its U.S. Premiere by Virginia Arts Festival. With eight classic Black Sabbath hits arranged for orchestra and rock band, and a […]
“Feasts for the eye…a compelling and immersive experience.” -Kerrang! The raucous energy of heavy metal rock meets the strength and athleticism of ballet in this spectacular new work from Birmingham Royal Ballet, presented in its U.S. Premiere by Virginia Arts Festival. With eight classic Black Sabbath hits arranged for orchestra and rock band, and a […]
Renée Fleming, soprano Voice of Nature: The Anthropocene Presented by Virginia Arts Festival. One of the most beloved and celebrated singers of our time, 2023 Kennedy Center Honoree and National Medal of Arts recipient Renée Fleming captivates audiences around the world with her sumptuous voice, consummate artistry, and compelling stage presence. In this breathtaking performance […]
Presented by WNRN with Zandi Holup as support Steve Earle is one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation. A protege of legendary songwriters Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, he quickly became a master storyteller in his own right, with his songs being recorded by Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, […]
