Coming from a musical family, Jacob Jolliff’s father introduced him to the mandolin instrument at age seven and required him to practice every day for ten minutes. In school, Jacob and his father were in a bluegrass gospel band together and played in many festivals and churches throughout the northwest. Under his mentor’s supervision, Jacob […]
Chicken Wire Empire rides the line between traditional bluegrass and the contemporary. Its members have spent a lifetime honing their craft, with deep roots in tradition and music throughout the midwest scene. Their 2022 release “Fresh Pickles” features all original music by Minnesota songsmith Chris Castino (Big Wu), reimagined in Chicken Wire Empire’s style. With […]
Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra defies any notion that bluegrass needs to be confined to Appalachia or any other corner of the American heartland. With a critically acclaimed debut album, a wealth of praise from critics throughout the continent, and an instrumental acumen that defines them as musicians with a determined drive and dynamic, the band has […]
History, comedy, and Shakespeare, what more do you want? Called the “trio of Modern Marx brothers” and “intellectual vaudeville,” The Reduced Shakespeare Company (RSC) is a touring American comedy troupe that performs fast-paced, seemingly improvisational condensations of huge topics. Known as the “Bad Boys of Abridgment”, the RSC holds the record for the longest running […]
Riddick Dance creates and presents a broad dance repertory to enrich the range of cultural offerings of the Hampton Roads region. Performances intricately combine storytelling and movement to produce thought-provoking works on stage. This evening of dance consists of three dynamic choreographic works known as The Mixed Bag Series. TWO FACES is a mixed media […]
Don’t miss the Tony nominated Broadway star and Platinum selling singer/songwriter in “Ann Hampton Callaway Sings the 70’s” for a night of rousing and beautiful classics. Callaway covers hits from the great songwriters of the time-Carole King, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, John Lennon and more. And she puts her own stamp on the […]
Are You Smarter Than Your 8th Grade Nun? is an interactive comedy show, where willing audience members compete to see who was paying attention in school and who was daydreaming about summertime. In this game show, contestants will be quizzed on all academic subjects, such as geometry, science, history, and more! But remember, if you […]
The Philharmonic’s mission is to strive for artistic excellence, to increase community awareness and participation in the performing arts, to program a diverse selection of repertoire, and to create a variety of educational opportunities and experiences. All shows begin at 2:30 pm. YOUNG ARTIST SHOWCASE | SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 2024 Young soloists from November’s Young […]
Fresh off their triumphant and soulstirring performance at Lincoln Center’s sold-out globalFEST showcase and a National Endowment for the Arts’ National Heritage Fellowship Award, The Legendary Ingramettes are FINALLY bringing their “fullforce gospel fire” (Afropop Worldwide) to the world’s stage. Hailed as Richmond, VA’s “First Family of Gospel”, The Ingramettes represent six-decades of commitment to […]
Blending the best of the Rat Pack, Bobby Darin, Tony Bennett, Mel Torme and more, Scott Wichmann is “Mister Showtime,” bringing back the style and flair of a bygone era with his signature charisma. Backed by a tight trio led by Musical Director Ryan Corbitt, an evening with Mister Showtime is a great night out […]
Blending the best of the Rat Pack, Bobby Darin, Tony Bennett, Mel Torme and more, Scott Wichmann is “Mister Showtime,” bringing back the style and flair of a bygone era with his signature charisma. Backed by a tight trio led by Musical Director Ryan Corbitt, an evening with Mister Showtime is a great night out […]
Two tales rolled into one! This show combines two well-loved, classic tales to create an original, fun-filled romp through fairy tales. Join Little Red as she pursues a mischievous Gingerbread cookie through the woods to Grandma’s house. Original music, snowy scenery, and everyone’s favorite Big Bad Wolf make up this seasonal favorite for our youngest […]
