Event category: Performing Arts

15
Feb
15
Feb
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15
Feb
Feb 15, 2026 @ 01:30 PM - Feb 15, 2026 @ 02:30 PM

Liberty or Death Reenactment in honor of Presidents Day

Watch as delegates to the Second Virginia Convention debate whether to arm the colony of Virginia and hear Patrick Henry's great Liberty or Death speech. ($)
Historic St. John’s Church at St. John's Church, 2401 East Broad Street
22
Feb
22
Feb
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22
Feb
Feb 22, 2026 @ 05:00 PM - Feb 22, 2026 @ 06:00 PM

Inherit the Song: Passing Down our Revolutionary Ideals

This collaborative concert with VSU's Concert Choir will explore legacy and the intergenerational transfer of history and ideals through music. (Free)
Davis Hall at 21021 University Ave, Virginia State University
09
Jan
09
Jan
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11
Jan
Jan 9, 2026 @ 07:30 PM - Jan 11, 2026 @ 02:00 PM

Alice in Wonderland: Presented by SOUL Aerial & Performing Arts Center

A mystifying, family-friendly, full-scale aerial cirque production of Alice in Wonderland. The full-scale aerial cirque production will take you on Alice's journey through Wonderland and into her deepest dreams, only to wake and realize it was all just a dream. ($)
13
Mar
13
Mar
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13
Mar
Mar 13, 2026 @ 07:30 PM - Mar 13, 2026 @ 09:30 PM

Dancing with the Stars: Live!

The tour brings the excitement, athleticism, and artistry of the ballroom to cities across the US, allowing audiences to experience the show up close and personal. ($)
Altria Theater at 6 North Laurel Street
02
Jan
02
Jan
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03
Jan
Jan 2, 2026 @ 10:30 AM - Jan 3, 2026 @ 02:00 PM

Winter Puppetfest

This family friendly puppet festival features performances for ages 3 and up, plus a new puppet exhibit. ($)
Artspace at 2915 Noble Avenue
09
Jan
09
Jan
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11
Jan
Jan 9, 2026 @ 07:30 PM - Jan 11, 2026 @ 05:00 PM

Legend of the Poinsettia

Close out the holiday season with the Latin Ballet of Virginia and experience their annual celebration of the Christmas Flower story. ($)
Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education at 11810 Centre Street, Chester, VA
12
May
12
May
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17
May
May 12, 2026 @ 07:30 PM - May 17, 2026 @ 06:30 PM

& Juliet

This hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. ($)
Altria Theater at 6 N Laurel St
21
Apr
21
Apr
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26
Apr
Apr 21, 2026 @ 07:30 PM - Apr 26, 2026 @ 06:30 PM

The Wiz

This groundbreaking twist on The Wizard of Oz changed the face of Broadway—from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world.‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎. ($)
Altria Theater at 6 N Laurel St
12
Dec
12
Dec
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21
Dec
Dec 12, 2025 @ 06:30 PM - Dec 21, 2025 @ 06:30 PM

Annie

With timeless songs like “Tomorrow” and a story full of hope, family, and resilience, Annie continues to inspire audiences of all ages. ($)
Libby S. Gottwald Playhouse at 600 E Grace St
19
Apr
19
Apr
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19
Apr
Apr 19, 2026 @ 07:00 PM - Apr 19, 2026 @ 09:00 PM

Paramount Presents: Step Afrika! The Evolution Tour

Step Afrika! celebrates more than 30 years of critically acclaimed percussive performance with this groundbreaking program. ($)
The Paramount Theater at 215 E. Main Street
20
Mar
20
Mar
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20
Mar
Mar 20, 2026 @ 07:00 PM - Mar 20, 2026 @ 09:00 PM

Paramount Presents: The Peking Acrobats

The Peking Acrobats seek to uphold rich and ancient folk art tradition, bringing it to new technical heights while integrating modern technology. ($)
The Paramount Theater at 215 E. Main Street