The Lincoln Theatre is gearing up for a festive November with a lineup that promises to bring humor, harmony, and holiday cheer to the Marion community.

From a classic film screening to a handbell concert, stand-up comedy, and a swingin’ jazz performance, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Paper Moon Screening – Nov. 10 Kicking off the holiday season is a special screening of the beloved 1973 film “Paper Moon” on Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. Tickets for this event are a mere $5, making it accessible for all to join in the cheerful spirit. This classic American road comedy-drama, with its witty humor, will delight the audience. The film pays homage to the Lincoln Theatre’s movie palace origins, taking you on a journey with a traveling Bible salesman and an orphaned girl who make a dynamic duo of con artists. The event is part of the Lincoln Theatre’s $5 Friday Flix program, celebrating films that have reached their 50th anniversary.

Raleigh Ringers Handbell Concert – Nov. 12 noon and a kids costume contest at 10 a.m.

On Nov. 12 at 3 p.m., the Lincoln Theatre welcomes the Emmy-nominated handbell choir, the Raleigh Ringers.

Another costume contest will be held at 12:30 p.m.

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Thursday, Oct. 26

Millwald Theatre: Get your scary on with the 1982, R-rated “Creepshow” at 7 p.m. Inspired by the E.C. comics of the 1950s, George A. Romero and Stephen King bring five tales of terror to the screen.

Friday, Oct. 27

Lincoln Theatre: Celebrate the 50th anniversary with $5 admission to the 1973 horror classic “The Exorcist.” The show starts at 7 p.m. When a 12-yearold girl is possessed by a mysterious entity, her mother seeks the help of two priests to save her.

Millwald Theatre: A reunion between two estranged sisters gets cut short by the rise of flesh-possessing demons, thrusting them into a primal battle for survival as they face the most nightmarish version of family imaginable. The R-rated 2023 film “Evil Dead Rise” shows at 7 p.m.

Seven Sisters: Chad Cox will take the Seven Sisters Brewery stage at 7 p.m.

7 Dogs Brewpub: Jarid Reedy returns to the Brewpub stage from 8 to 11 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 28

Millwald Theatre: All work and no play makes the Millwald the place to go for the 1980 R-rated classic “The Shining” at 7 p.m. Jack Torrance accepts a caretaker job at the Overlook Hotel, where he, along with his wife Wendy and their son Danny, must live isolated from the rest of the world for the winter. But they aren’t prepared for the madness that lurks within.

Downtown Wytheville: The annual Mayhem on Main Street will stretch through town on Oct. 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Seven Sisters: Bring in your dressed-up pups for the Seven Sisters Brewery Dog Costume Contest starting at 3 p.m. Stick around (for those over 18) till 9:30 p.m. for the Halloween drag show and costume contest featuring Downtown Divas Roanoke.

7 Dogs Brewpub: Victor Lawson & Boogie Chillen will bring their roots rock and blues show to the Brewpub stage from 8 to 11 p.m.

St. John’s Episcopal Church: Get ready for hauntingly beautiful music as Kevin Matheson on violin and Judy Clark on piano play at 7 p.m. at St. John’s.

Sunday, Oct. 29

Seven Sisters: Jaden Uniek will provide music for a family Halloween party at Seven Sisters Brewery, starting at 4 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 3

Lincoln Theatre: Tayla Lynn and Tre Twitty, grandchildren of Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty, are delivering their iconic grandparents’ super hits at The Lincoln Theatre at 7:30 p.m. VIP tickets are $100. Premium seating is $52, orchestra is $43 and balcony is $37. Tayla Lynn and Tre Twitty have country music in their blood. The grandchildren of famed duo Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty, the two have taken to the road to honor their grandparents in an intimate evening of music and storytelling as only they can tell.

Saturday, Nov. 4

Millwald Theatre:

Joslyn & The Sweet Compression are coming to the Millwald Theatre, Saturday, Nov. 4, at 8 p.m., bringing their soul and funk sounds to Wytheville. After cultivating her dynamic voice and performance skills in backup roles and stage plays, Joslyn Hampton teamed with her stepfather, Marty Charters (a touring guitarist and songwriter who has shared the stage with legends such as Junior Wells, Buddy Guy, and Van Morrison), to compose a captivating set of tunes and assemble an ace band. Joslyn & The Sweet Compression (Kasym Moldogaziev- Guitar, Isaac Stephens – Trumpet, Tyler Papierniak – bass, Rashawn Fleming – drums, Trevin Little – saxophone, and Sam Richardson –Keyboard) combine to deliver a hook-filled mix of funk and soul on their self-titled debut album, released in 2019. A headlining favorite at regional clubs and music festivals, they are poised to engage fans across the country with widespread touring in 2023.

November 3-

December 23

Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre: A Wohlfahrt Haus Christmas Carol closes out the 2023 season for the Wytheville theater. Charles Dicken’s beloved characters come to life with a Wohlfahrt Haus twist in “A Wohlfahrt Haus Christmas Carol.” Scrooge, a wealthy miser goes on a journey Christmas Eve night with four ghosts to examine how his choices and actions in the past and present will affect his future as well as the true meaning of Christmas.

Friday, Nov. 10

Lincoln Theatre: Celebrate the 50th anniversary with $5 admission to the 1973 classic “Paper Moon.” The show begins at 7 p.m. A traveling Bible salesman is tasked with taking an orphaned girl to her family.

The two have more in common than they first realize and after becoming a quick pair of con artists the orphan is loath to give the life up.

Millwald Theatre: Based out of Roanoke, Fleetwood Mac cover band Gypsy Nix plays with the spirit and wonder of Stevie, Lindsey, Christine, Mick and John. They’ll take the stage at 8 p.m

Friday, Nov. 17

Lincoln Theatre: Get ready to buzz with laughter along with legendary comedian Killer Beaz at 7:30 p.m. Premium seats are $55, orchestra and balcony tickets are $38. Killer Beaz has his own unique brand of “Hard Hitting” – “Laugh out Loud” – “Laugh A Lot” – “HI-PROOF” – “High Energy” – “Everyman” style humor that appeals to any audience. When asked, Beaz says about his shows, “I love the art of stand-up comedy! Having been given the opportunity to make people laugh and smile for all these years is truly a blessing!” With many thousands of radio, television, and stage appearances, Beaz has been entertaining audiences for over three decades.

Saturday, Nov. 18

Millwald Theatre: The Darkside Experience visit the Millwald at 8 p.m. Pink Floyd has long resonated as one of the greatest pioneer groups in classic rock. The landscapes and dreams they generated with their music have touched numerous generations with a longevity that still finds new ears. Their songs have touched countless hearts, shaped blissful experiences, and etched memories deeply into our souls. The Darkside was born out of a mutual love and respect for the music of Pink Floyd. The band is excited to bring the life and experience of Pink Floyd’s music to the area in a live arena. The Darkside Experience includes some of the valley’s most talented musicians.

Lincoln Theatre: Good Shot Judy is bringing swing and swagger to the Lincoln stage at 7 p.m. Grounded in the swinging cadence of the big band era, Good Shot Judy boldly ventures wherever whimsy leads them. The big amp jazz band brings melodic muscle to every show, fueled by revelers young and old who eagerly follow them on an exhilarating ride through this golden age of music. Premium seats are $25 with orchestra and balcony $20 and students and senior tickets $15.

Friday, Dec. 1

Downtown Marion: Santa Claus is coming to town. At 7 p.m., Marion will hold its annual Christmas parade, with the big guy making an appearance at the end.

Saturday, Dec. 2

WCC: Soprano Leslie Mabe will join the Rainier Trio at 7 p.m. to play Christmas favorites at Snyder Auditorium at Wytheville Community College.

Millwald Theatre: Hank, Pattie and the Current will bring their soulgrass sounds and holiday tunes to the Millwald on Dec. 2 at 8 p.m. Bluegrass ambassadors Hank Smith and Pattie Hopkins Kinlaw join forces once again with their original and energetic new soulgrass band, Hank and Pattie. Hank and Pattie take bluegrass and infuse it with their own flair, drawing from a melting pot of styles including classical and Motown, which adds up to an authentic and unique reflection of American music. While some of the music sounds old school and some sounds fresh and new, their overall musicianship, vocal harmonies, impassioned delivery and innovative arrangements captivate all generations of music lovers. Hank and Pattie are backed by an all-star band comprised of Carolina musicians Stevie Martinez on Bass and vocals and Billie Feather on guitar.

Sunday, Dec. 3

Lincoln Theatre: The Church Sisters return to the Lincoln at 3 p.m. to share their favorite Christmas tunes. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Marion, adult tickets are $22 and senior and student admission is $17.

Saturday, Dec. 9

Lincoln Theatre: The

Isaacs are bringing their Christmas show to the Lincoln stage at 7 p.m. Premium seating is $58. Orchestra tickets are $47 and balcony $30. Children tickets are $30 to $40. Multifaceted awardwinning group The Isaacs have spent five decades creating the undeniable family harmonies and distinct sound that have made them a favorite among audiences everywhere. After touring in 2023 with Reba McEntire, The Isaacs are excited to return to The Lincoln Theatre to perform their Christmas show.

Sunday, Dec. 10

Lincoln Theatre: Don’t be Bah-humbugging. John Hardy is bringing is oneman version of a Christmas Carol to the Lincoln at 3 p.m. Hardy plays more than 40 roles in the show. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for students and seniors. From the first moment of the play until the last, Hardy never leaves the stage and he never changes costume. How then, does he manage to portray over forty characters? “Well, that’s the reason it is a difficult play to act. The characters are defined by variations in accents and speech patterns as well as physical traits. Most of the time, when acting in a play or a film, an actor has the job of creating one character, and that is difficult enough, but forty? It’s a big job, to say the least. That challenge is also the reason this production is a unique event. Even if an audience member has seen a previous production of A Christmas Carol, they have not seen it done like this.” This project was supported [in part] by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, which receives support from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

Saturday, Dec. 30

Lincoln Theatre: If you don’t see this show, you’re flirting with disaster. After 40 years, Molly Hatchet is still out there working, playing and living fast.

On Dec. 30, they’ll be on the Lincoln stage at 7:30 p.m. VIP tickets are $120.

Premium seats are $58, orchestra are $42 and balcony $37. With VIP tickets, you’ll enjoy special seating directly in front of the stage or front row in the center section, sweet treats and a beverage of choice, and a private meet-and-greet with the artists!