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V E N U E S & A D V E RT I S E R S CHESAPEAKE 1. Chesapeake Conference Center 900 Greenbrier Circle 757-382-2500 www.chesapeakeconference.com

F O RT M O N R O E 2. Casemate Museum 20 Bernard Road 757-788-3391 www.monroe.army.mil/Monroe/sites/insta llation/museum/Casemate_Museum.aspx

HAMPTON 3. The American Theatre 125 E. Mellon Street 757-722-ARTS www.hamptonarts.net 4. Blue Skies Gallery 26 South King Street 757-727-0028 www.blueskiesart.com 5. Charles H. Taylor Arts Center 4205 Victoria Boulevard 757-727-1490 www.hamptonarts.net 6. Dr. Mary T. Christian Auditorium Thomas Nelson Community College 99 Thomas Nelson Drive c/o Virginia Premier Theatre Toll Free: 866-430-1630 www.vptheatre.com 7. Hampton Coliseum 1000 Coliseum Drive 757-838-5650 www.hampton.gov/coliseum/ 8. Hampton History Museum 22 Lincoln Street 757-727-8311 www.hampton.gov/history_museum/ 9. Hampton Roads Convention Center 1610 Coliseum Drive 757-315-1610 www.thehrcc.com 10. Hampton Univ. Convocation Center 700 Emancipation Drive 757-728-6800 www.hamptonu.edu/convocation_center 11. Hampton Univ. Museum 100 East Queen Street 757-727-5308 www.hamptonu.edu/museum 12. Old Point National Bank 1 West Mellon Street 757-728-1200 www.oldpoint.com

13. Virginia Air & Space Center 600 Settlers Landing Road 757-727-0900 www.vasc.org

N E W P O RT N E W S 14. Christopher Newport Univ. Theatre 1 University Place 757-594-7448 http://theater.cnu.edu/ 15. Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center 2410 Wickham Avenue 757-247-2429 16. Endview Plantation 362 Yorktown Road 757-887-1862 www.endview.org 17. Ferguson Center for the Arts Christopher Newport University One University Place 757-594-7448 www.fergusoncenter.org 18. Lee Hall Mansion 163 Yorktown Road 757- 888-3371 www.leehall.org 19. The Mariners’ Museum 100 Museum Drive 757-591-7702 www.mariner.org 20. The Newsome House 2803 Oak Avenue 757-247-2360 www.newsomehouse.org 21. Peninsula Community Theatre 10251 Warwick Boulevard 757-595-5728 www.peninsulacommunitytheatre.org 22. Peninsula Fine Arts Center 101 Museum Drive 757-596-8175 www.pfac-va.org 23. The Publick Times Chorus 65 Saunders Road 757-566-8600 www.publicktimeschorus.tni.net 24. Virginia Living Museum 524 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard 757-595-1900 www.thevlm.org 25. Virginia War Museum 9285 Warwick Boulevard 757-247-8523 www.warmuseum.org

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26. Yoder Barn 660 Hamilton Drive 757-594-7448 http://fergusoncenter.cnu.edu/yoderbarn/

38. Hope House Foundation 801 Boush Street, Suite 302 757-625-6161 www.hope-house.org

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39. The Little Theatre of Norfolk 801 Claremont Ave 757-627-8551 www.ltnonline.org

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27. The 40 Street Stage 809 West 40th Street 757-423-4084 www.40thstreetstage.com 28. The Attucks Theatre 1010 Church Street 757-622-4763 www.attuckstheatre.org 29. Chrysler Hall 201 East Brambleton Avenue 757-664-6464 www.sevenvenues.com/about/ history/chrysler 30. Chrysler Museum of Art 245 West Olney Road 757-664-6200 www.chrysler.org 31. Cultural Alliance of Greater Hampton Roads 5200 Hampton Boulevard 757-889-9479 www.culturalli.org 32. d’Art Center 208 East Main Street 757-625-4211 www.d-artcenter.org 33. Generic Theatre 912 West 21st Street 757-441-2729 www.generictheater.org/ 34. Granby Theatre 421 Granby Street 757-961-7208 www.granbytheater.com/ 35. Hampton Roads.com 150 West Brambleton Avenue 757-446-2000 www.hamptonroads.com 36. Harrison Opera House c/o Virginia Opera 160 East Virginia Beach Boulevard 757-623-1223 www.sevenvenues.com/about/ history/harrison 37. The Hermitage Museum and Gardens 7637 North Shore Road 757-423-2052 www.hermitagefoundation.org

40. Nauticus, The National Maritime Center One Waterside Drive 757-664-1000 www.nauticus.org 41. Norfolk Botanical Gardens 6700 Azalea Gardens Road 757-441-5830 www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/ 42. Norfolk Scope 201 East Brambleton Avenue 757-664-6464 www.sevenvenues.com/about/ history/scope 43. The Norva 317 Monticello Avenue 757-627-4547 www.thenorva.com 44. ODU University Theatre Old Dominion University Hampton Boulevard 757-683-5135 www.odu.edu/al/theatre 45. TCC Jeanne and George Roper Performing Arts Center 340 Granby Street 757-822-1450 www.tcc.edu/roper 46. The Ted Constant Convocation Center 4320 Hampton Boulevard 757-683-4444 www.constantcenter.com 47. Virginia Ballet Theatre 134 W. Olney Road 757-622-4822 www.virginiaballettheatre.com/ 48. Virginia Wesleyan College Theatre 1584 Wesleyan Drive 757-455-3200 www.vwc.edu 49. Virginia Zoo c/o Virginia Zoological Society 3500 Granby Street 757-441-2374 www.virginiazoo.org

V E N U E S & A D V E RT I S E R S 50. Wells Theatre 110 East Tazewell Street 757-627-6988 www.vastage.com/wellstheatre/

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62. The Artists Gallery 608 Norfolk Avenue 757-425-6765 www.theartistsgallery.org

51. The Children’s Museum of Virginia 221 High Street 757-393-5258 www.childrensmuseumva.com

63. Contemporary Art Center of Virginia 2200 Parks Avenue 757-425-0000 www.cacv.org

52. The Courthouse Galleries 420 High Street 757-393-8543 www.courthousegalleries.com

64. Little Theatre of Virginia Beach 550 Barberton Drive 757-428-9233 http://ltvb.com/

53. NTelos Pavilion 901 Crawford Street 757-393-8181 www.pavilionconcerts.com/

65. Maxispace Staging and Redesign 500 23rd Street 757-228-7874 www.maxispacestagingandredesign.com

54. Virginia Sports Hall of Fame 206 High Street 757-393-8031 www.vshfm.com

66. Sandler Center for the Performing Arts 201 East Market Street 757-385-2787 www.sandlercenter.org

55. Willett Hall 3701 Willett Drive 757-393-5369 www.willetthall.com

SMITHFIELD 56. The Smithfield Cultural Arts Center 346 Main Street 757-357-7707 www.smithfieldarts.org 57. Smithfield Little Theatre 210 North Church Street 757-357-2501 www.smithfieldlittletheatre.com

SUFFOLK 58. The Red Thread Studio 153 West Washington Street 757-923-9832 http://theredthreadstudio.com/ 59. Shooting Star Gallery 118 North Main Street 757-934-0855 www.shootingstargallery.net 60. Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts 100 West Finney Avenue 757-923-0003 www.suffolkcenter.org 61. Suffolk Museum & Art League 118 Bosley Avenue 757- 923-2371 www.suffolk.va.us/parks/rec_ctrs/ctr_ 10.html

67. Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center 717 General Booth Boulevard 757-385-3474 www.virginiaaquarium.com 68. Virginia Beach Convention Center 1000 19th Street 757-385-2000 www.vbfun.com/conventioncenter 69. Verizon Wireless Virginia Beach Amphitheatre c/o Live Nation, 3550 Cellar Door Way 757-368-3000 www.livenation.com/venue/verizon-wireless -virginia-beach-amphitheater-tickets

WILLIAMSBURG 70. Kimball Theatre 424 Duke of Gloucester Street 757-565-8588 www.kimballtheatre.com 71. Muscarelle Museum Lamberson Hall on Jamestown Road The College of William and Mary 757-221-2710 www.wm.edu/muscarelle/ 72. Nancy Thomas Gallery Merchants Square 757-259-1938 www.nancythomas.com

73. This Century Art Gallery 219 North Boundary Street 757-229-4949 www.thiscenturyartgallery.org/ 74. Virgnina Regional Ballet 1228 Richmond Road 757-229-2553 www.danceVRB.com

YORK COUNTY 76. The Gallery at York Hall 301 Main Street 757-890-4490 www.yorkcounty.gov/tourism 77. Gallery on the York 7907 George Washington Memorial Hwy. 757-898-3076

75. William and Mary Theatre College of William and Mary 757-221-2660 www.wm.edu/theatre/

78. Nancy Thomas Gallery 145 Ballard Street 757-898-3665 www.nancythomas.com

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events 2008-09 February 1–13

Red Heart Sale, Once a year Blue Skies Gallery artists mark down their art to give special saving to the gallery customers.

Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

1–15

Hampton Arts League Open Members Show, Annual exhibition features art work from over 150 HAL members in all media.

Charles H. Taylor Arts Center, 4205 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, free, www.HamptonArts.net.

1–28

Exhibition: “It’s A Guy Thing”: Art created by and for men.

Open juried show (no fee) February 7, 6-7:30 p.m., Reception: People’s choice award. Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

Blue Skies Gallery Working Board: Ronda Borberg-Shulenburg, Jim Dees, Ivanka Mincheva, Fran Olsen and Jeanne Weaver, Featured Artists, Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, free, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

1, 8

Crimes of the Heart, by Beth Henley, Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, 550 Barberton Drive (at 24th Street), Virginia Beach, 3 p.m., $12, 428-9233, www.ltvb.com.

3–28

The Exhibit of Excellence: Suffolk Student Art 2009, The Suffolk Art League sponsors a juried exhibit of high school student work, The Suffolk Museum, 118 Bosley Ave., Suffolk, free, Suffolk Art League, 925-0448.

4–5

Cirque Eloize: Nebbia, Canadian ensemble has been creating enchanting programs blending circus arts with music, dance, and theater, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7 p.m., $27-$42, www.fergusoncenter.org.

5

Turtle Island String Quartet with Cyrus Chestnut, pianist, a tribute to legendary artists from Elvis to Miles Davis and more, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

6

Love, Hope House: Country Music event to thank the public for all their support, historic Granby Theatre, Norfolk, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Hope House Foundation, free, donations will be graciously accepted, 625-6161, www.hope-house.org.

6–7

Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley, Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, 550 Barberton Drive (at 24th Street), Virginia Beach, 8 p.m., $12-$15, 428-9233, www.ltvb.com.

6–28

“One Foot Square” opening, The Artists Gallery, 608 Norfolk Avenue, Virginia Beach, All art 12” square & $100 or less, 6-8:30 p.m., Free and open to the public, 425-6765, www.theartistsgallery.com.

7

Camelot in Concert, Norfolk Southern Pops presents Lerner and Loewe’s legendary Broadway smash “Camelot” - in concert!

Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., Tickets: $26-$86, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

The Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra brings together the finest of Irish and European orchestral musicians in celebration of a shared musical heritage, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m., $52-$67, www.fergusoncenter.org.

8

John Tesh, an Emmy winner, captivates fans with his uplifting songs about family, faith and love, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 3 p.m., $32-$47, www.fergusoncenter.org.

10

The Comedy of Errors, Imaginative and exuberant production of Shakespeare’s classic comedy, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

11

100 Years of Broadway, Neil Berg presents revived arrangements of Broadway classics with actual Broadway stars. Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach, 7:30 p.m., $48, $37, $29, 1-888-3-COXTIX, www.COXtix.com.

12–13 Arlo Guthrie, Join Arlo and his friends for All Over the World, a celebration of Arlo’s music both familiar and new, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m. Feb 12, 8 p.m. Feb 13, $30-$35, www.HamptonArts.net.

12

Cabin Fever Concert Series, Wipe the winter blues away as local musicians engage and interact with audience members, Yorktown Freight Shed, Yorktown, 7 p.m., free tickets required, 890-3500.

12– Mend Our Broken Heart, Exhibition featuring works from the Mar 27 Sloane Collection in need of conservation, Hermitage Museum & Gardens, Norfolk, 423-2052, www.thfm.org.

13

Spice of Life, Salon Series Virginia Symphony Salon Series, Historic Freight Shed, Yorktown, 7:30 p.m., $20, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

The Harlem Gospel Choir gives you an evening of foot-stomping and hand-clapping blues, jazz and gospel spirituals, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7:30 p.m., $27-$37, www.fergusoncenter.org.

14

Pinkalicious, Musical of a Girl Who Turns Pink!, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 11 a.m., $15/Adult, $7/Child, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

14–15 Drumline Live! Brings show-style marching band performers from America’s top historically Black colleges and universities to the theatrical stage, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m. Feb 14, 3 p.m. Feb 15, $27-$37, www.fergusoncenter.org.

15

“The Salute to Black Composers”, High School Choirs from Baltimore, Chesapeake and Newport News & The I. Sherman Greene Chorale, L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center, Norfolk, 6 p.m., Donations: Adults $15-Students $5, 623-6244.

17–18 Dora the Explorer Live! Search for the City of Lost Toys, Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 7 p.m. Feb 17, 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. Feb 18, $16-$36, 664-6464, www.sevenvenues.com.

17

Red Priest, Redefining the art of baroque and classical music, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

20

Artists Who Teach Opening Reception, Artists currently teaching on the Peninsula are featured in this exhibition of more than 120 pieces, Charles Taylor Arts Center, 4205 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., www.HamptonArts.net.

21

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Grammy & CMA Award Winners, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 8 p.m., $30-$60, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

Solid Gold Doo Wop Reunion, Featuring Gene Chandler, The Marcels, Frankie Lymon, The Crystals, The Chiffons, Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $55-$65, 664-6464, www.sevenvenues.com.

“It’s Our 18th Birthday”, Join us at the gallery for a birthday celebration! Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

21–22 Antique Show and Sale, Sponsored by the Suffolk Art League and the Suffolk Department of Parks & Recreation, features over 30 antique and collectible dealers, Kings Fork Middle School, Suffolk, $5, Suffolk Art League, 925-0448.

Henry V, Two TONY winners, Minneapolis’ Guthrie Theatre and the Acting Company, present this thrilling production of Shakespeare’s epic, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 8 p.m. Feb 21, 2:30 p.m. Feb 22, $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

21– Artists who teach & Steve Prince: Artists currently teaching art in Mar 22 the 4 peninsula colleges, public, private and parochial schools are featured in this juried exhibition. Charles Taylor Arts Center, 4205 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, www.HamptonArts.net.

22

Mardi Gras Bash: The Neville Brothers & Dr. John, Touring together for the first time ever, are musicians who came of age during the heyday of R&B, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7 p.m., $37-$53, www.fergusoncenter.org.

24– Line in the Sand: A new play about Massive Resistance and Norfolk Mar 15 School Desegregation, by Chris Hanna, Wells Theatre, Norfolk, $10$42.50, www.ticketmaster.com for times, www.sevenvenues.com.

24

Marcia Ball, bringing a real Louisiana-style Mardi gras party to Hampton Roads this year with her hot and soulful sound, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., $35, www.HamptonArts.net.

27

Verdi Requiem captures the public imagination as has Verdi’s stormy and operatic, transcendent Requiem. Virginia Symphony Classics at Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

Maria Muldaur, “Midnight at the Oasis”, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 8 p.m., $30-$35, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

28

Verdi Requiem, the Requiem is one of the great icons of Western music, written by a man who was filled with spiritual doubt. Virginia Symphony Classics at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

Walk On: The Story of Rosa Parks, The story of the woman who helped launch the Civil Rights Movement, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 2 p.m., $8, www.HamptonArts.net.

March 1

Verdi Requiem, A deeply religious reflection on life and death, Virginia Symphony Classics at Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Virginia Beach, 2:30 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

1–31

Exhibition: Artist’s Choice, A Juried Painting Show Watercolor, acrylic and oil, Entry fee: $15 members, $20 non-members Cash awards, Mar 7, 6-7:30 p.m. Reception, Blue Skies Gallery, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

1–31

Ron Abrams, Featured Artist, Martinitzas: A cross- cultural Bulgarian folk art Handmade Martinitzas gifts with minimal purchases while supplies last, Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

Male Choir of St. Petersburg, Making their Virginia premiere as part of their first U.S. tour, this venerated choir is comprised of 25 of the finest singers in Russia, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7 p.m., $32-$47, www.fergusoncenter.org.

3

The Cleveland Orchestra stands among the world’s most-revered symphonic ensembles in concerts at home and abroad, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7:30 p.m., $72-$97, www.fergusoncenter.org.

5

John Pizzarelli & Jane Monheit, Jazz guitarist, vocalist, Grammynominated Jane Monheit has been compared to that of Ella Fitzgerald, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7:30 p.m., $37-$47, www.fergusoncenter.org.

6

Yevgeny ySudbin, A young rising star already hailed as potentially one of the greatest pianists of the 21st century, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 8 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

6–27

“It’s Raining Cats & Dogs”, opening The Artists Gallery, 608 Norfolk Avenue, Virginia Beach, Benefits SPCA, 6-8:30 p.m., All art features dogs or cats, Free and open to public, animal food or toy donations appreciated, 425-6765, www.theartistsgallery.org.

7

Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, Known for their virtuosity, they’ll perform Concierto andaluz, Rhapsodie espagnole, & Three Cornered Hat, Virginia Symphony Classics at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

Russian National Ballet Theatre performs Cinderella at 2 p.m., and Sleeping Beauty at 8 p.m., Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, $22-$42, www.fergusoncenter.org.

Bell a’ Deux, Robbi Schmid & Ron Bellamy Handbell Duo, A performance that will keep you on the edge of your seats!

Williamsburg Baptist Church, 227 Richmond Road, 7:30 p.m., contributions accepted, 229-1217, www.williamsburgbaptist.com.

7–8

The Art of Bellydance, The most renowned touring bellydance troupe in the world, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 8 p.m. Mar 7, 2:30 p.m. Mar 8, $30-$35, www.HamptonArts.net.

7– The Suffolk Museum’s 25th Annual Juried Photography Exhibit, April 24 Largest and oldest juried photography exhibit in Hampton Roads, The Suffolk Museum, 118 Bosley Ave., Suffolk, Free, 514-7284.

8

Los Angeles Guitar Quartet, Virginia Symphony Classics at Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 2:30 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

11

Mariza, The American Theatre’s most beloved Fado singer returns to perform her passionate and powerful songs, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton,7:30 p.m., $30-$35, www.HamptonArts.net.

12

Cabin Fever Concert Series, Wipe the winter blues away as local musicians engage and interact with audience members, Yorktown Freight Shed, Yorktown, 7 p.m., free tickets required, 890-3500.

Conjunto Iberico, Cello octet Conjunto Iberico is a tour de force that has taken the classical world by storm with its exquisite sound, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

13

Cherish the Ladies, Norfolk Southern Pops Irish eyes will be smilin’ as Cherish the Ladies perform all of your Irish favorites - complete with dazzling step-dancing! Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $26-$86, 1-888-3-COXTIX, www.COXtix.com.

13

Los Angeles Guitar Quartet plays Joaquin Rodrigo’s Concierto andaluz.

Ravel’s Rhapsodie espagnole, & Manuel de Falla’s Three Cornered Hat, Virginia Symphony Classics at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

Trinity Irish Dance, World champions of Irish Dance, hailed by critics and enthusiasts worldwide, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach, 8 p.m., $47, $37, $27, 1-888-3-COXTIX, www.COXtix.com.

13–15 Peter Pan, Family Musical, See Peter Fly! Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 8 p.m. Mar 13 & 14, 3 p.m. Mar 15, $30 student/$35 Adult, $25 student/$30 Adult, Call 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

13–14 Sweeney Todd, Experience, live on stage, the legendary demon barber, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m. Mar 13, 2 & 8 p.m. Mar 14, $42-$52, www.fergusoncenter.org.

14

Tommy Sands, Legendary Irish folk songwriter Tommy Sands’ music offers a contemporary take on the world through his traditional folk sound, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 8 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

15

Teatro Lirico D’Europa, Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7:30 p.m., $39-$49, www.fergusoncenter.org.

Irish Spring Fling, Virginia Symphony Family Classics, A musical salute celebrating the wearin’ o’ the green with Virginia Children’s Chorus, & School of Irish Dance. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 3 p.m., $9-$22, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

18–19 Lady Bird, Pat & Betty: Tea for Three, An intimate portrait of three remarkable First Ladies who suddenly found themselves in the limelight, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

19

Beethoven’s Second, Virginia Symphony Classics, Former VSO Associate Conductor Wes Kenny returns to lead the orchestra in an evening of musical surprises. St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg, 8 p.m., $26-$46, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

20

Beethoven’s Second, Virginia Symphony Classics, Former VSO Associate Conductor Wes Kenny returns in an evening of musical surprises. Regent University Theatre, Virginia Beach, 8 p.m., $26-$46, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

Early Movie Art of the Impressionistic Age, A free lecture and screening by Trent Nichola’s fascinating and humorous commentary on the impressionistic perspective on movies of the 1890s, The Suffolk Museum, 118 Bosley Avenue, Suffolk, 514-7284.

20, 22 Todd Rosenlieb Dance in Concert, Original Modern Dance Choreography by Todd Rosenlieb and guests, Benjack Studio Theatre at the TR Dance Center, 325 Granby Street, Norfolk, $15, 626-3262, www.info@trdance.org.

20–22 Zombie Prom: a Musical, Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, 27–29 550 Barberton Drive, (at 24th Street), Virginia Beach, 8 p.m. Mar 20, 21, 27 & 28, 3 p.m. Mar 22 & 29, $12-$15, 428-9233, www.ltvb.com.

21

Children’s workshops, and The Story of the Martineza told by Ivanka Mincheva, Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, visit our website for times and details, www.blueskiesart.com.

22

Danu, Danu creates a brilliant new sound that blends ancient Irish music with an energetic, fresh spirit, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 2:30 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

24

Jose Carreras, Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro, Grammy award-winning tenor has collaborated with orchestras & performed in most of the world’s grand opera houses, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7:30 p.m., $72-$92, www.fergusoncenter.org.

27

Brahms Violin Concerto, Violinist Elmar Oliveira brings his artistry to the lyrical melodies of Brahms Violin concerto, Virginia Symphony Classics, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m., $23-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

27–28 Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, The Patsy Cline Musical, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 8 p.m., $30-$35, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

27– The Next Generation: College and High School Juried April 12 Exhibition, Hampton high school juniors and seniors and students attending CNU, W&M, HU & TNCC are eligible to submit 2 entries in any media for these 2 juried exhibitions. Charles H. Taylor Arts Center, 4205 Victoria Blvd. Hampton, Opening on 27th, 7:30 p.m., free, www.HamptonArts.net.

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Rumplestiltskin, Brothers Grimm Fairy Tale, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 11 a.m., $15/Adult, $7/Child, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

Virginia Stage Company in Romeo & Juliet, The turmoil of adolescence—with all its love, strife and violence—is brought center stage in this wonderful adaptation, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 2 p.m., $8, www.HamptonArts.net.

Brahms Violin Concerto, Virginia Symphony Classics, Violinist Elmar Oliveira brings his singular artistry to the lyrical melodies and rich orchestrations of Brahms Violin concerto, Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $23-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

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Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, The Patsy Cline Musical, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 3 p.m., $30-$35, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

Schola Cantorum, the University of Richmond, will perform works

by Austro-Hungarian & American composers, Williamsburg Baptist Church, 227 Richmond Road, 7:30 p.m., free, contributions accepted, 229-1217, www.williamsburgbaptist.com.

31– Ella: Book by Jeffrey Hatcher, The powerful voice and rich life of April 19 Ella Fitzgerald are told in an exhilarating new musical, Wells Theatre, Norfolk, $10-$42.50, see www.ticketmaster.com for various times, www.sevenvenues.com.

April 1–30

Exhibition: Chuck and Lisa Mosser: Turned Wood and Glass. A married couple’s artful, mixed-media collaboration, Reception: April 4, 6-7:30 p.m., Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

Joanne Howard: Soft Strokes in Oils, Featured Artist, Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton,727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

“Containers For The Garden”, In Celebration of Garden Club Month, Artists concentrate on making containers which may be used for the garden and flower enthusiast. Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

2

Afro Cuban All Stars, Lead by the great Cuban musician Juan de Marcos Gonzalez, the Afro Cuban All Stars showcases the best in Cuban music, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

3–5 Zombie Prom: a Musical Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, 10–12 550 Barberton Drive (at 24th Street), Virginia Beach, 8 p.m. April 3, 4, 10 & 11, 3 p.m. April 5 & 12, $12-$15, 428-9233, www.ltvb.com.

3

Roman Festivals, Virginia Symphony Classics, JoAnn Falletta & the orchestra salutes Berlioz’ Roman Carnival Overture, Guest artist Susan Starr, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach, 8 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

3–4

Pajama Game, is a Tony Award winning, Broadway smash hit, where the dangers of a workplace romance are explored to hysterical effect, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m. April 3, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. April 4, $37-$47, www.fergusoncenter.org.

4

Theatre IV in The Jungle Book, Join young Mowgli as he learns the laws of the jungle in this time honored adventure, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m., $8, www.HamptonArts.net.

Catherine Russell, Killer blues & Jazz Singer!, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 8 p.m., $30-$35, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

Roman Festivals, Virginia Symphony Classics, JoAnn Falletta and the orchestra salutes Roman Berlioz’ Roman Carnival Overture. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

5

Roman Festivals, Virginia Symphony Classics, Celebrate musical reminiscences of Italy with Berlioz’ Roman Carnival Overture. Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 2:30 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

Alice In Wonderland, Ballet Virginia brings Alice and her friends to life, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 2 p.m., $30/Adult, $15/Child, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

10– “Art in Bloom” opening, The Artists Gallery, Virginia Beach, May 2 6-8:30 p.m., Coincides with Garden Club tours, Awards, 425-6765, www.theartistsgallery.org.

14

Gabriela Montero, This virtuoso pianist, launches into inspired flights of improvisation, with classic works performed in a new way, Virginia Arts Festival, Chrysler Museum Theater, Norfolk, 7:30 p.m., $35, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

16

Art Garfunkel, Author of Bridge Over Troubled Water, beautiful singer, and songwriting legend Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 201 Market Street, Virginia Beach, 7:30 PM, $82, $47, $36, 1-888-3-COXTIX, www.COXtix.com.

17– Virginia Glass Now & Glass Walls, The Glass Walls invitational will May 30 feature glass work challenged to create glass work that will be wall mounted.

Charles H. Taylor Arts Center, Hampton, 7:30 p.m. Opening on 17th, free, www.HamptonArts.net.

18

The Stylistics, with Jimmy “JJ” Walker, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 8 p.m., $30-$50, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

18–19 Inca Son, The music of Peru is alive and thriving in the extraordinary multi-sensory stage performance of Inca Son, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 8 p.m. April 18, 2:30 p.m. April 19, $30-$35, www.HamptonArts.net.

19

The National Acrobats of China, 35 performers mesmerize and mystify with stunning displays of Chinese martial arts, illusion & acrobatics, all set to traditional music, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., $22-$37, www.fergusoncenter.org.

21

Garrison Keillor will share with you the news from that special place, where the women are strong, the men are good looking, and all the children are above average®. Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7:30 p.m., $37-$53, www.fergusoncenter.org.

23

Brasil Guitar Duo, these master musicians are true guitar heroes: gliding effortlessly from of Bach to Gypsy jazz, dazzling within their virtuosity and range. Virginia Arts Festival, Chrysler Museum Theater, Norfolk, 7:30 p.m., $25, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

24

Liza Minnelli, a performer who commands the stage with irresistible musical style and sheer star power, Virginia Arts Festival, Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $150, Gold Circle, $75-$95, no discounts, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

24

Beethoven Violin Concerto, Virginia Symphony Classics, The passionate musical sounds of the Romantics light up the concert hall, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

Cyril Neville, of the prestigious Neville Brothers, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 8 p.m., $30-$35, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

25

Beer Festival, Town Point Park Annex, Norfolk, $25 Advanced $30 Day of, Virginia Arts Festival, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

Spring Heirloom Plant Sale, Hermitage Museum & Gardens, Norfolk, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., free, 423-2052, www.thfm.org.

Attucks Jazz Club, Attucks Jazz Club, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $20, Virginia Arts Festival, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

25–26 2009 Chesapeake Art Show, Outdoor art show, music & kids activities, Lakeside Park, Chesapeake, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Hope House Foundation, free, 625-6161, www.hope-house.org.

26

Beethoven Violin Concerto, Virginia Symphony Classics, The passionate musical sounds of the Romantics light up the concert hall.

Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Virginia Beach, 2:30 p.m., $26-$83, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

Honk the Musical, Musical based on “The Ugly Duckling”, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 3 p.m., $12 all tickets, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

Kronos Quartet, Embark on a musical adventure with the Grammy Awardwinning Kronos Quartet, one of the most celebrated and influential groups of our time, Virginia Arts Festival, Norva, Norfolk, 7 p.m., $30, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

27

Jerusalem Quartet, “Impassioned, richly coloured performances...subtly detailed, beautifully balanced, ardently played” (The Daily Telegraph, London), Virginia Arts Festival, Ohef Sholom Temple, Norfolk, 7:30 p.m., $30, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

28

Ravi Shankar with Anoushka Shankar, Yehudi Menuhin compared his genius and his humanity to Mozart. Virginia Arts Festival, Chrysler Hall, 7:30 p.m., $38-$55, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

29

Sharon Isbin with Gemma Coma-Alabert, Grammy Award winning classical guitarist Sharon Isbin returns for another triumphant performance, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 7:30 p.m., $30-$35, www.HamptonArts.net.

Simply Ballroom with celebrity host, Debbie Reynolds, this beautifully staged and orchestrated performance is simply terrific!, Virginia Arts Festival, Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 7:30 p.m., $65 Gold Circle, no discounts; $35-$55, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

30

Evening Chamber Concert: Andre-Michel Schub & Miami String Quartet, a rich, precisely balanced sound, and seemingly unflagging energy, Virginia Arts Festival, Christ Episcopal Church, Smithfield, 7:30 p.m., $30, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

The Smothers Brothers, with their singular blend of comedic and musical talents, they have made a sweeping impact on diverse generations of fans.

Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7:30 p.m., $37-$47, www.fergusoncenter.org.

Coffee Concert I: Andre-Michel Schub, & Miami String Quartet, This prize-winning quartet has won fans throughout the world, Virginia Arts Festival, Chrysler Museum Theatre, Norfolk, 10:30 a.m., $20, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

May 1

Bruce Neswick, organ, Director of Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York City, Virginia Arts Festival, Christ and St. Lukes, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $25, Call 757-671-8100 or visit www.vafest.org for tickets.

Harmonia, Take a journey through eastern Europe from the Danube to the Carapthians with the passionate music of Harmonia, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 8 p.m., $25-$30, www.HamptonArts.net.

1–3

Ain’t Misbehavin’, This 30th Anniversary Tour of the Tony Award-winning Best Musical will star 2003 American Idol’s Ruben Studdard and Frenchie Davis, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m. May 1, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. May 2, 2 p.m. May 3, $42-$52, www.fergusoncenter.org.

Virginia International Tattoo, 850 performers perform with the awe-inspiring power & precision, Virginia Arts Festival, Scope Arena, Norfolk, 7:30 p.m. May 1 & 2, 2:30 p.m. May 3, $100 Gold Circle, $50 VIP and Premium, no discounts; $20-$45, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

1-30

Exhibition: Kid’s Art, Exhibition of 2-D and 3-D art created by students in Hampton’s Excel Program, Reception: May 8, 6-7:30 p.m., Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

Deborah Michaels: Landscapes with an Open Eye, Featured Artist, Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

2

Dixie Bee-Liners, New bluegrass at its best, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, 110 W. Finney Avenue – Downtown Suffolk, 8 p.m., $35/Adult, $15/Student, 923-2900, www.SuffolkCenter.org.

2–3

Czech National Theatre Ballet, witness these dancers, who “seem to fly rather than dance. It must be heard, experienced” (Pravo), $20, Virginia Arts Festival, Harrison Opera House, Norfolk, 7:30 p.m. May 2, 2:30 p.m. May 3, $50-$20, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

2, 9, 16 Attucks Jazz Club, Attucks Jazz Club, Norfolk, 8 p.m., $20, Virginia Arts Festival, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

2– Personal Armor: Artists Look at Aprons and Recycled Art, June12 Suffolk Museum, 118 Bosley Ave., Suffolk, free, 514-7284.

3

“A Spring Concert”, Featuring “The Seven Last Words” sung by the I. Sherman Greene Chorale, Christ & Saint Lukes Episcopal Church, Norfolk, 6 p.m., Donations; Adults $10-Students $5, 623-6244.

Tokyo String Quartet, “exemplary chamber music: a passionate, richly toned discussion among charismatic equals” (The New York Times).

Virginia Arts Festival, Epworth United Methodist Church, Norfolk, 7 p.m., $45, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

6

The Kalichstein-Laredo-RobinsonTrio & Miami String Quartet, unites two acclaimed ensembles for one unforgettable evening of music.

Virginia Arts Festival, Trinity Episcopal Church, Portsmouth, 7:30 p.m., $30, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

7

Coffee Concert II: The Kalichstein-Laredo-RobinsonTrio, Don’t miss this eagerly anticipated performance of “exemplary chamber music, Virginia Arts Festival, Chrysler Museum Theater, Norfolk, 10:30 a.m., $20, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

The 5 Browns, This gifted family of five piano-playing siblings has thrilled audiences from Oprah and 60 Minutes to concert halls around the world.

Virginia Arts Festival, Willett Hall, Portsmouth, 8 p.m., $35, students under 25 $20, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

8–10

Mark Morris Dance Group, Romeo & Juliet, On Motifs of Shakespeare with Va Symphony, Be the first see this new masterwork!

Virginia Arts Festival, Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, 8 p.m. May 8&9,2:30 p.m.

May 10, $75 Gold Circle, no discounts; $50-$20, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

9

Theatre IV in Thumbelina, The delightful story of a tiny human being who emerges from a flower and is carried off by a toad, The American Theatre, 125 E. Mellen St., Hampton, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m., $8, www.HamptonArts.net.

Ballet Hispanico, With their singular blend of comedic and musical talents, they have made a sweeping impact on diverse generations of fans, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 8 p.m., $27-$42, www.fergusoncenter.org.

11

Ralph Stanley and the Clinch Mountain Boys with Elizabeth LaPrell, bluegrass, rooted deep in the Appalachians, Virginia Arts Festival, TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, Norfolk, 7:30 p.m., $35-$45, 671-8100 www.vafest.org.

12

Bob the Builder Live! Bob and his team – even Farmer Pickles, Pilchard and Bird - work together to save Sunflower Valley from Spud’s old tricks!

Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 6:30 p.m., $22-$32, www.fergusoncenter.org.

14

Coffee Concert III: Imani Winds, Virginia Arts Festival, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Miller Theater, Virginia Beach, 10:30 p.m., $20, 1-888-3-COXTIX, www.vafest.org.

Gloria! Virginia Symphony Classics and Symphony Chorus with guest soprano Amy Pfrimmer take you on the joyous kaleidoscopic journey of Poulenc’s Gloria. St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg, 8 p.m., $26-$46, 892-6366 www.virginiasymphony.org.

15

Evelyn Glennie, percussion, explores a world of sound in instruments of all timbres, tones, and sizes, Virginia Arts Festival, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach, 8 p.m., $57 Gold Circle, no discounts, $27-$39, 1-888-3-COXTIX, www.vafest.org.

Evening Chamber Concert, Virginia Arts Festival, Phi Beta Kappa Hall, Williamsburg, 7:30 p.m., $30, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

Gloria!, Virginia Symphony Classics and Symphony Chorus with guest soprano Amy Pfrimmer take you on the kaleidoscopic journey of Poulenc’s Gloria. Regent University Theatre, Virginia Beach, 8 p.m., $26-$46, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

15,16 Blithe Spirit, by Noel Coward, Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, 22, 23 550 Barberton Drive (at 24th Street), Virginia Beach, 8 p.m., $12-$15, 29, 30 428-9233; www.ltvb.com.

15– GlassFX: Works by Roberto Bernardi, Exhibition featuring the Aug 21 photorealist paintings of internationally-recognized artist Roberto Bernardi, Hermitage Museum & Gardens, Norfolk, 423-2052, www.thfm.org.

16–17 25th Anniversary Stockley Gardens Spring Arts Festival, Outdoor Arts Festival, music & kids activities, in historic Ghent, Norfolk, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Hope House Foundation, free, 625-6161, www.hope-house.org.

Kibbutz Contemporary Dance, Powerful…hypnotic…strong in visual imagery, intense in feeling and deep in intellectual content, Virginia Arts Festival, Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach, 8 p.m. May 16, 3 p.m. May 17, $22-$47, 888-3-COXTIX, www.vafest.org.

16, 23, Movie on the Green, Enjoy an evening of family fun under the stars and 30 bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic basket. Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown, 8:15 p.m., free, 890-3500.

16, 30 Yorktown Market Days at the River, The 3rd annual farmer’s market season at Riverwalk Landing, Yorktown, features cut flowers, handmade soups, quality art and live musical entertainment. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., free.

17

Gloria! Virginia Symphony Classics and Symphony Chorus with guest soprano Amy Pfrimmer take you on the joyous journey of Poulenc’s Gloria.

Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, 7:30 p.m., $26-$46, 892-6366, www.virginiasymphony.org.

17

Haydn’s The Creation Virginia Symphony Orchestra with Robert Page, This transcendent work stands among the great classics of sacred music, Virginia Arts Festival, St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg, 7:30 p.m., $30, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

17, 24 Blithe Spirit, by Noel Coward, Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, 31 550 Barberton Drive (at 24th Street), Virginia Beach, show begins at 3 p.m.

Tickets: $12, Reservations: 428-9233; www.ltvb.com.

21

Evening Chamber Concert: Andre-Michel Schub, piano, Virginia Arts Festival, Great Bridge Presbyterian Church, Chesapeake, 7 p.m., $30, 671-8100 or visit www.vafest.org.

22

Coffee Concert IV: Alisa Weilerstein, cello, Just 25 years old, this entrancing cellist plays with maturity and soul beyond her years, Virginia Arts Festival, Williamsburg Winery, James City County, 10:30 a.m., $20, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

Tiempo Libre, “Hottest Latin Band 2008” makes it impossible to sit still!

Virginia Arts Festival, Williamsburg Lodge, Virginia Room, Williamsburg, 8 p.m., $25-$35, Reserved Caberet Seating, with Dance Floor, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

23

Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, Swing to the sounds of the big band era!

Virginia Arts Festival, Williamsburg Lodge, Virginia Room, Williamsburg, 8 p.m., $35-$45, Reserved Caberet Seating, with Dance Floor, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

24

Afternoon Chamber Concert: Ani Kavafian, violin; Paul Neubauer, viola; André-Michel Schub, piano; Alisa Weilerstein, cello, Virginia Arts Festival, Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg, 3 p.m., $25, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

Patti Lupone, will take you on a tour of the crimes, affairs and mysteries of the heart, Virginia Arts Festival, Williamsburg Lodge, Virginia Room, Williamsburg, 3 p.m., $45-$65, Reserved Caberet Seating, with Dance Floor, 671-8100 or visit www.vafest.org.

28

Coffee Concert V: New England Conservatory String Quartet, Members of the Virginia Symphony, Virginia Arts Festival, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Music and Theatre Hall, Newport News, 10:30 a.m., $20, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

29–30 Richmond Ballet, Repertoire spans from the classics to the hottest contemporary choreographers, Virginia Arts Festival, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Music and Theatre Hall, Newport News, 8 p.m.

May 29,2:30 p.m. May 30, $20-$35, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

Floral Expressions, Floral Enthusiasts will create arrangements inspired by the art of Blue Skies Gallery Artists, Reception: May 30, 6-7:30 p.m.

Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

30

Emmylou Harris, With a dozen Grammy Awards and eight gold albums, Emmylou Harris is a star beyond boundaries, a country icon Virginia Arts Festival, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Music and Theatre Hall, Newport News, 8 p.m., $39-$62, Call 757-671-8100 or visit www.vafest.org for tickets.

31

US Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus, Virginia Arts Festival, n’Telos Pavillion, Portsmouth, 4 p.m., free, 671-8100.

Masterworks in the Making, John Duffy Composer’s Institute, Virginia Arts Festival, Chandler Hall, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, 2 p.m., $15, 671-8100, www.vafest.org.

June 1–30

Exhibition: Cynthia McAdoo Davis: Recent Works Expressive acrylic paintings of noted local artist and art teacher. Reception: June 6, 6-7:30 p.m. Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

1–30

Cynthia McAdoo Davis, will conduct hands on workshop and demonstration explaining some of the methods used to raise artistic children.

Visit our website for details. Blue Skies Gallery, 26 South King Street, Hampton, 727-0028, www.blueskiesart.com.

5, 6, 7 Blithe Spirit, by Noel Coward, Little Theatre of Virginia Beach, 550 Barberton Drive (at 24th Street), Virginia Beach, 8 p.m., $12-$15, 428-9233; www.ltvb.com.

6– Drawings and Prints by Tidewater Artists: featuring 120 works on July 11 paper, which explore the diversity of media, content & style of these two art forms, Charles Taylor Arts Center, 4205 Victoria Blvd., Hampton, www.HamptonArts.net.

12

2009 HopeStock, Outdoor music event, Atrium at the Sandler Performing Arts Center, Virginia Beach, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Hope House Foundation, ticket prices TBA, 625-6161, www.hope-house.org.

19

Drawings & Prints by Tidewater Artists opening reception, Visit and enjoy free wine, beer, soft drinks, and refreshments with Hampton Roads artists in this exquisite exhibition, Charles Taylor Arts Center, Hampton, 7:30 p.m., free, www.HamptonArts.net.

23– The Suffolk Art League’s Open Members Show, Sponsored by July 24 Suffolk Art League & Suffolk Dept. of Parks and Recreation, features over 30 antique & collectible dealers, Suffolk Museum, 118 Bosley Ave. Suffolk, free, Suffolk Art League, 925-0448.

Festivals 2008 April Atlantic Coast Kite Festival, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Auto Super Show, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Civil War Weekend, Suffolk, 514-4130.

Crabtown Festival, Hampton, 727-8311.

Daffodil Festival, Gloucester, (804) 693-2355.

Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Festival, Newport News, 594-8752.

Historic Garden Week, Hampton Roads, (804) 644-7776.

International Children’s Festival, Hampton, 727-8311.

Spring Craft Show, Virginia Beach, 417-7771.

USA Judo National Senior Championship, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Virginia Arts Festival, Hampton Roads, (800) 822-3224.

May 7th Regiment of the Continental Army Encampment, Norfolk, 693-0014.

AFR’AM Fest, Norfolk, 639-7054.

Asian Fest, Norfolk, 441-2965.

Beach Music Weekend, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Chesapeake Jubilee, Chesapeake, 482-4848.

Children’s Festival of Friends, Newport News, 926-1400.

Festival by the Fountain, Newport News, 926-1400.

Festival Williamsburg, Williamsburg, 282-2800.

Greek Festival, Norfolk, 440-0500.

International Azalea Festival, Norfolk, (800) 822-3224.

Jamestown Day, Jamestown, 229-1733.

Jamestown Landing Day, Jamestown, 253-4838.

Mariner’s Museum Military Salute, Newport News, 591-7702.

Neptune’s Spring Wine Tasting, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Olden Days Festival, Isle of Wight County, 352-2291.

Outdoor Spring Fling, Suffolk, 538-3820.

PANorama Caribbean Music Fest, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Patriotic Festival, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Pungo Strawberry Festival, Virginia Beach, 721-6001.

Stockley Gardens Spring Arts Festival, Norfolk, 625-6161.

Virginia Arts Festival, Hampton Roads, (800) 822-3224.

Virginia Beer Festival, Norfolk, 441-2345.

Yorktown Civil War Weekend, Yorktown, 898-2410.

June American Indian Festival, Chesapeake, 382-6411.

Bayou Boogaloo and Cajun Food Festival, Norfolk, 441-2345.

Blackbeard Festival, Hampton, 727-8311.

Boardwalk Art Show, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Civil War Reenactment, Newport News, 887-1862.

Greek Festival, Newport News, 872-8119.

Hampton Jazz Festival, Hampton, 671-8100.

Juneteenth Celebration, Newport News, 247-2360.

Latin Festival, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Lord Cornwallis Occupies, Williamsburg, (800)-HISTORY. Norfolk Harborfest, Norfolk, 441-2345.

North American Sand Soccer Championships, Virginia Beach, 368-4600.

Old Town Lantern Tours, Portsmouth, 393-5111.

Seawall Festival, Portsmouth, 393-5111.

Summer Celebration Wine Festival, Newport News, 888-3371.

Viva Elvis, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

July 4th of July Stars in the Sky, Newport News, 926-1400.

Chincoteague Pony Swim & Auction, Chincoteague Island, 336-6161.

Great American Picnic & Fireworks, Norfolk, 441-2345.

July 4th Celebration–Mount Trashmore, Virginia Beach, 427-2990.

Norfolk Jazz Festival, Norfolk, 441-2345.

Pork, Peanut and Pine Festival, Surry County, 294-3625.

Liberty Celebration, Yorktown, 253-4838.

Stars & Stripes Explosion Festival, Virginia Beach, (800) 822-3224.

Stars & Stripes Spectacular, Suffolk, 923-2360.

Tidewater Winds Concert & Fireworks, Chesapeake, 382-6411.

Watermen’s Heritage Festival, Yorktown, 887-2641.

Cover photo: Cirque Eloize: Nebbia, Canadian ensemble blends circus arts with music, dance, and theater, Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News, www.fergusoncenter.org, photo courtesy of © Productions Nebbia 2007-Eddy Mottaz.

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