FREE SHOW: Every Brilliant Thing at the portsmouth library
Every Brilliant Thing is a story told from the perspective of a single performer. An immersive storytelling experience performed in the round that blends comedy, improv, and audience interaction to tell the story of someone growing up in the shadow of their mother's struggle with suicidal depression while learning to grapple with their journey. Surprisingly charming and delightful, Every Brilliant Thing provides a life-affirming jolt of humanism, reminding us that hope comes from the miracles of life.
U.S. Fleet Forces Band Jazz Combo
Join Virginia Stage Company for a free performance by the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Jazz Combo, one of the Navy's premier musical ensembles. From timeless jazz standards to American classics, this talented group brings the energy, artistry, and spirit of live jazz to an intimate setting on our Tazewell Stage.
Elijah Rock: Memories Unleashed
October 23 - 7:30pm, October 24 - 7:30pm, and October 25 - 2:00pm
Experience an unforgettable evening with Elijah Rock in Memories Unleashed, a dynamic theatrical concert that blends refined swing, blues, and cinematic storytelling into a captivating live experience. Inspired by his father’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, the show moves seamlessly between joy and poignancy, inviting audiences into an intimate exploration of memory, love, and legacy, where every note carries both meaning and connection.
Veterans Theatre Workshops
Virginia Stage Company and Armed Services Arts Partnership are excited to announce five Free Summer Theatre Workshops for Veterans and Active Duty Service Members.
Free Juneteenth Staged Reading: Sally & Tom by Suzan-Lori Parks
The Good Company, a scrappy self-produced off-off-off Broadway theatre company, is rehearsing its next big show: a play about Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson. Writer Luce is playing Sally; her partner in romance and art, Mike, is both directing the production and playing Tom. What could possibly go wrong?
Christmas in July at the Wells!
We’re turning downtown Norfolk into a mid-summer holiday wonderland filled with local artists, handmade gifts, festive fun, and more vendors than ever before. Whether you’re hunting for one-of-a-kind presents, treating yourself, or just looking for a fun family outing, this is your chance to shop small and skip the December stress.
The Night of Many Colors Silent Auction is LIVE
Saturday, May 16, celebrates our Annual Gala: The Night of Many Colors. And while seats for the event disappeared fast, there’s still a way to join the fun and support local professional theatre in Hampton Roads.
Our online silent auction is officially open, and trust us, there are some seriously tempting items waiting for bids.








