Performances, Shows & Special Events

3PM SHOW ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! A Celebration of the Arts featuring the music of John Denver! An event that encourages audience members to open their hearts and minds to the beauty of the arts - specifically music, dance, visual art and the spoken word. This special event will include scripted segments with narration leading into well-crafted arrangements of John Denver compositions. The songs will be interpreted by veteran Richmond musicians with a backdrop of changing graphic images to reinforce the message. Benefits Opening Minds Through Art (OMA). Performers include: Chris Fuller, George Turman, Frank Coleman, Jackie Frost, Susan Greenbaum, Danny Hughes, Brad Tucker, Kim Ryan and more! Featuring the music of John Denver, original poetry, visual art-making live on stage, dance and creative technology, the show will share a message of hope, happiness and the importance of the arts.

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Center Field Outdoor Show! General Admission Seating. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us for a fun afternoon of live music on our NEW outdoor stage! Wine/beer/beverages and snacks/dessert available for sale at the show. The Taters return with a new production and their signature eclectic mix of roots rock, pop, country, skiffle & Americana. When Craig Evans and Brad Tucker started singing together in the early 1980’s, neither could have guessed how long that partnership would last. 2018 began their 3rd decade as The Taters, with 8 CDs of original music available – including the recent “DON’T SCREAM” and “SHINY & BRITE” Halloween and Christmas albums. They continue to mine their collective experience to craft songs with unforgettable hooks and pop melodies and to add classic tunes to their repertoire which reflects a wide range of interests and influences. Layers of acoustic and electric guitars mix with 3 and 4 part harmonies to give each song its own personality; while the lead vocals and songwriting pull it all together in a very satisfying way that draws audiences out of their seats and onto the dancefloor! Claim your tickets today!

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THURSDAY SHOW ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! NEW VEGAS THEME! “What happens in the trailer park, stays in the trailer park.“

"The 3 Redneck Tenors Go to Vegas!" is a high-energy, hilarious, and captivating stage show that takes audiences on a wild journey from the heart of rural America to the dazzling lights of Las Vegas. In this uproarious production, these immensely talented tenors with a down-home twist combine their world-class vocal skills with side-splitting comedy, offering a unique blend of opera, pop, and country music. As these charismatic characters hit the Las Vegas Strip, expect a rollicking adventure filled with unexpected surprises, unforgettable tunes, and plenty of laughs. It's a one-of-a-kind musical experience that proves there's no place like Vegas to unleash the untamed talent of the 3 Redneck Tenors. Get ready for a toe-tapping, laugh-inducing, and vocally astounding night of entertainment!

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OCTOBER 28, 2023 - 9am-1pm
Shop original art and handmade gifts from Center artists. One-of-a-kind pieces from ceramic bowls to wall art. Support local artists while shopping for treasures you won’t want to miss. Free admission & public parking.

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If Jerry Garcia’s music could be blended with rock, jazz and other American genres, what would that sound like? Find out at this special one-night-only concert event featuring Deadgrass! Deadgrass, described as “a string band adventure through Jerry Garcia’s musical world,” will perform on November 8th at 7pm. “We interpret Jerry’s catalogue and make it our own,” said Matt Turk, co-founder of Deadgrass. “We’re not a tribute band. We’re a group of musicians who bring bluegrass/folk/rock/jazz/jam/Americana and more to create our own interpretation of this incredible American music.”  Join us for a truly unique concert experience. Claim your seats today!

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Indoor 2nd Stage Show! Enjoy cabaret-style seating in our Cardinal Ballroom. Plus, make the evening complete with wine/beer/beverages and snacks for sale at the show! Bobby BlackHat blends the influences of Chicago, Memphis, Piedmont, and Delta style blues along with a little Gospel into a Toe Tappin’, Finger Poppin’, Hip Shakin’ Blues experience. You Never Know What’s Gonna Happen at a Bobby BlackHat Show!

Bobby BlackHat, Virginia’s Blues Ambassador, award winning recording artist, harmonica player, vocalist, songwriter, comedian, producer has been playing harmonica for over 46 years. He is a retired U.S. Coast Guard Commander with 27 years of distinguished service which included serving as Military Aide to the President and being awarded the Coast Guard Medal for Heroism. He has opened for music legends: B.B King, Taj Mahal, Delbert McClinton, Patti Labelle, Ramsey Lewis, and Maze. He has also performed with Eddie Shaw, Kenny Neal, Ruthie Foster, Tas Cru, Jason Ricci, Slam Allen, Mick Kolassa, Fernando Jones, Memphis Gold, and Lurrie Bell. BlackHat is a judge for the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN. In 2017, Bobby won the USAA/We Are The Mighty Mission: Music nationwide competition.  In 2016, the Bobby BlackHat Band advanced to the finals of the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN.  Bobby has won two Blewzzy Awards for "Song of the Year" (I Hear Mama's Voice, 2012 and Please Mr. BlackHat, 2015).  He was also awarded two 2016 VEER Music Awards for "Best Blues" and "Song of the Year" (HRBT Blues). Mark your calendar for this special one-night-only show featuring the music of Bobby BlackHat!

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4:30-7pm - Free and fun for the whole family! In partnership with the County of Henrico Division of Recreation and Parks, The Center welcomes you to this beloved holiday event featuring magical holiday music performances, a toasty bonfire, and of course, a special visit from Santa to light our iconic cedar Christmas tree at The Center’s entrance!

Grand Opening of Illumination - A Festival of Trees Exhibit, 5-7pm - on display December 2, 2023 - January 7, 2024

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Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays with this special holiday show! Masters of Soul is a celebration of the legendary songs and performers that defined Motown and soul music. This special edition show features stylishly costumed, fully choreographed performances of both male and female groups backed by a live band performing your favorite holiday songs from the Motown Era! Claim your seats early! Tickets also make great early holiday gifts!

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Indoor 2nd Stage Show! Enjoy cabaret-style seating in our Cardinal Ballroom. Plus, make the evening complete with wine/beer/beverages and snacks for sale at the show! Presented by Henrico Theatre Company. The Wild, Wacky and Truly Wonderful Women of Song are back! Join them for a fun-filled evening of holiday cheer as they sing Christmas favorites (and some holiday tunes you may not be so familiar with as well)! Bask in the joy of the season while these wacky women delight you with a variety of songs including White Christmas, Everybody’s Waitin’ for the Man with the Bag, You’re a Mean One Mr. Grinch, What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve, Mr. Santa and many, many more!

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Henrico Theatre Company is thrilled to pay tribute to an American icon, Burt Bacharach. Bacharach was an American composer, songwriter, record producer and pianist who is widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures of 20th century popular music. Starting in the 1950’s he composed hundreds of pop songs, many in collaboration with lyricist Hal David. From 1961-1972 most of Bacharach and David’s songs were written specifically for and performed by Dionne Warwick. Come out and join HTC’s singing and dancing cast while you reminisce to many of his hits including “This Guy’s in Love with You,” “Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head,” “Walk On By” and “Do You Know the Way to San Jose” – and more!

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Patsy Cline and symphony fans unite! Join us this year as The Cultural Arts Center pairs the music of Patsy Cline and the Richmond Symphony in this popular annual concert. Shannon Gibson Brown is back singing Patsy Cline’s songs as only she can! She has appeared with Henrico Theatre Company in “Always, Patsy Cline,” “A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline,”  “The Drowsy Chaperone,” “Guys and Dolls,” “Little Shop of Horrors” and many more shows. Patsy Cline’s music spans all genres – country, pop, Christian and now symphonic. We are so excited to have her join the Richmond Symphony for this special concert that promises to be a heartwarming delight for all! Tickets are sure to sell out! Claim your preferred seats in advance, today!

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Indoor 2nd Stage Show! Enjoy cabaret-style seating in our Cardinal Ballroom. Plus, make the evening complete with wine/beer/beverages and snacks for sale at the show! Don’t miss this exciting evening of live blues and jazz with the Lawrence Olds Band! Based in Richmond, Virginia, The Lawrence Olds Band is a traditional Blues & Jazz ensemble performing classic repertoire and original material. Over the past 20 years, Lawrence has performed regularly from New York City to Key West, Florida, delighting audiences of all ages with his rich vocals and warm personality. Don't miss out on an epic evening of blues and jazz, capped off with wine/beer/beverages and food for snacks for sale at the concert!

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Join us from 5-8pm! Use all five senses to engage with original artworks. As you view each piece of art, there will be something to taste, a unique smell corresponding to the art, a texture to touch, and music that was inspired by the artwork. See how your senses react to the art based on these stimuli. Interactive and fun for all ages!

The Cultural Arts Center proudly presents Sara’s Sensorium, a multi-sensory walk-through exhibit by Sara O’Connor’s Fine Art, a deliciously immersive experience that allows you to touch, taste, hear, smell, and see paintings like never before!  

“My mantra is the dot, a single point of clarity, through which I channel my imagination,” she says. “I ceaselessly return to this point of focus until I have reached a calm, yet inviting, mindfulness. My dots almost represent a seed of possibility, from which my flowers bloom.”

With this installation, Sara seeks to elevate texture, color, and form by inviting guests to release their inner child and enjoy art like never before by allowing attendees to create artwork, listen to originally designed songs, and taste and smell flavors Sara has paired with the exhibited artwork.

Sara O’Connor is a traveling artist who has exhibited her work in Virginia, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Maryland, Georgia, Florida, and Tennessee. Some of Sara’s collection is permanently on display and available for purchase at Pop of Confetti, an artisan market in Carytown, Richmond. She works regularly to create custom commissions for emerging and established collectors at home and abroad. Learn more about Sara O’Connor on her website: www.saraoconnorfineart.com.

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Formed by Aaron Collis and Mark Manning, Rum Ragged takes a bold approach to the distinct folk music of their home, the Eastern Canadian island of Newfoundland. Boasting bouzouki, fiddle, bodhran, banjo, guitar and button accordion, these new champions of East Coast music enliven and enlighten audiences with both songs and tune sets which they deliver with an honest swagger that is far beyond their years. With reverence for their roots and a creative, contemporary edge, this young band has quickly become known as the finest purveyors of their great living musical tradition. Rum Ragged is not your run-of-the-mill folk band, they are the genuine article. Don’t miss this special night of live music!

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Back by popular demand! Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience is the nation’s most innovative and unique show utilizing the works of the Beatles. This amazing band, anchored by brothers Billy, Matthew and Ryan McGuigan, perform as themselves and leave the song choices completely in the hands of the audience! Fill out a request form with your favorite song and reason why; and the band will craft a custom setlist, weaving classic Beatles’ songs with the unique and personal stories of the audience. Every show is different, every show is interactive, and every show proves that the Beatles’ music truly is the soundtrack to our lives.

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Indoor 2nd Stage Show! Enjoy cabaret-style seating in our Cardinal Ballroom. Plus, make the evening complete with wine/beer/beverages and snacks for sale at the show! The Super Sugar Beats is the sugary step-child of The Taters, Diamond Heist, The Wayward Bills, Hazeltone, and several other bands from the RVA scene. It’s the music these Gumbros grew up on, and they do their Saturday-Morning best to keep Bubblegum & Sunshine Pop hopping in the 21st century! Influences include The Partridge Family, The Archies, Bay City Rollers, The Monkees, Banana Splits, 1910 Fruitgum Company, Bobby Sherman, Ohio Express, Brady Bunch, The Groovie Ghoulies, Sweet, The Cufflinks, Tommy James, Royal Guardsmen, The Cattanooga Cats and so much more! Join us for the sweet sounds and groovy tunes of the Super Sugar Beats!

Let’s dance! Don’t miss this audience favorite that’s inspiring for dance fans of all ages! Eleone Dance Theatre ushers in cutting edge works that challenge traditional boundaries. Enjoy contemporary, modern, spiritual, rhythm and blues, African, hip-hop, and more at this stunning performance!  Eleone Dance Theatre is dedicated to the preservation and creation of historical and contemporary theatre dance celebrating intergenerational as well as uni- and multicultural themes that educate and entertain. Claim your seats in advance to this show that’s perfect for the whole family!

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Center Field Outdoor Show! General Admission Seating. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us for a fun afternoon of live music on our NEW outdoor stage! Wine/beer/beverages and snacks/dessert available for sale at the show. Drawing on their diverse musical backgrounds, The Whiskey Rebellion mix the spontaneity of bluegrass, the collectiveness of jazz, and the urgency of rock and roll to create their own unique take on everything from traditional bluegrass to anthemic party favorites. The band covers a wide array of artists ranging from The Beatles to The Talking Heads to Guns 'n' Roses, but their sound remains steeped in the acoustic roots of Appalachia. Skillful picking and expert three-part harmonies are just part of what you can expect from the Whiskey Rebellion, who have been playing their brand of high-energy acoustic music across the Southeast (and as far west as the Pacific Coast) for the last eight years. The band has recorded two regionally-acclaimed original albums, shared the stage with the Sam Bush Band and Carolina Chocolate Drops, and had their 2011 tour of the Pacific Northwest captured by filmmaker Tony Morin for a forthcoming concert film & documentary. Don’t miss their first appearance at The Cultural Arts Center on our new outdoor stage!

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Imagine an artist creating a masterpiece before your eyes in mere moments! With a palette that also mixes captivating vocals, intricate choreography and exciting audience interaction - Artrageous takes you on a unique visual journey packed with wild inspiration, creativity and fun! The Artrageous troupe of artists, musicians, singers and dancers pay tribute to a variety of art forms, pop icons and musical genres culminating in a gallery of fabulous finished paintings. The result? A one of a kind crossover experience! The signature of the Artrageous troupe is interaction and engagement, so be prepared to be a part of the show!

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Center Field Outdoor Show! General Admission Seating. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us for a fun afternoon of live music on our NEW outdoor stage! Wine/beer/beverages and snacks/dessert available for sale at the show. Good Shot Judy specializes in delivering top-notch vocal jazz while recreating the classic nightclub entertainment feel of Las Vegas in its prime! Possessing a large repertoire of classic big band hits, Good Shot Judy is sure to deliver a good time that will get you out of your seat and swingin’ on the dancefloor! From the smooth sounds of Sinatra, Basie, and contemporaries like Michael Buble, and Harry Connick Jr., to the beautiful ballads of Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and back to the high energy Latin Dance big band sound, Good Shot Judy has got you covered! Jazz and swing fans are sure to enjoy this outdoor concert. Claim your seats in advance today!

An intimate evening of music with Livingston Taylor! Livingston Taylor’s career as a professional musician has spanned over 50 years, encompassing performance, songwriting, and teaching. Described as equal parts Mark Twain, college professor, and musical icon, Livingston maintains a performance schedule of more than one hundred shows a year, delighting audiences with his charm and vast repertoire of popular classics spanning 22 albums. Livingston has written top-40 hits recorded by his brother James Taylor and has appeared with Joni Mitchell, Linda Ronstadt, Fleetwood Mac, and Jimmy Buffett. Known for his upbeat storytelling, touching ballads, and orchestra performances, he is equally at home with a range of musical genres including folk, pop, gospel, and jazz. Claim your tickets early for this special one-night only concert event with this music legend!

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Center Field Outdoor Show! General Admission Seating. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and join us for a fun afternoon of live music on our NEW outdoor stage! Wine/beer/beverages and snacks available for sale at the show. Back by popular demand! Enjoy an afternoon of ‘Golden Oldies’ while taking a trip down memory lane with Richmond, Virginia’s quintessential oldies vocal group, “Bak N Da Day”. This outdoor concert will feature the smooth sounds of Doo-Wop, Motown and Philly Soul songs from the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s! Come and bask in the memories of yesteryear, brought to you exclusively by Bak N Da Day!