The Virginia Stage Company's "A Very Merry Christmas Carol" at the Wells Theatre has become a…read moreholiday tradition for our family and this year did not disappoint. The entire audience seemed excited for the performance, with the Christmas spirit felt throughout the lobby and theater. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The available concessions were tasty, though the spiked eggnog was sorely missed this year. One recommendation would be to improve communication regarding drink availability at the bars. If certain beverages are not served at the theater entrance bar (like hot cocoa and coffee), they should not appear on that menu, or guests should be informed before waiting in line. I witnessed dozens of theatergoers being told after a long wait that hot drinks were only available at the side bar by the front windows which created a lot of unnecessary frustration. The Wells Theatre has a wonderful antique nostalgia while remaining well maintained and very clean. We were fortunate to experience the show from a completely different seat location that previous years, on the opposite side of the house, and the updated writing and script changes were enough to keep the production feeling fresh and engaging. We also appreciated the intermission being placed after the First Spirit rather than after the Second, as in previous years, as it made the acts feel more balanced. Additionally, the return of the Third Spirit's in-audience entrance was definitely appreciated.

The VA Stage company continues to delight, surprise and push some boundaries. I love their…read moreadaptations of old classics, the most recent being EMMA. It was a knock-out! Completely fresh, funny and musical. A better production by far than the Broadway version and way more enjoyable. The theater is a 100-year-old gem with upgrades, including great seats and acoustics.

I recently saw 'Kinky Boots' and had a blast! The actors were outstanding, the music and theme…read moreuplifting, and I left wishing I could walk as beautifully in stilletos as the actors. I look forward to returning to enjoy more productions in the future. I don't think there's a bad seat in the theater;however, sitting in row 'E' gave me and my companion such a great view of the entire set and performance. I hope you'll take advantage of this local jewel and come enjoy a show soon!

Attending this theater's productions is a real treat. The actors are much more accomplished and…read moretalented than one normally sees in community theater. There isn't a bad seat in the house and the volunteers absolutely go out of their way to make sure everything is as perfect as possible. As a disabled person I have my challenges and they really go above and beyond to ensure I am comfortable and cared for. Every single volunteer is pleasant and thoughtful and they all give 100%. The costumes, direction and choreography of the plays is spot on and the attention to detail is very professional. I am always blown away at the level of professionalism here. As I said earlier, it's a level above what one normally finds in community theater. It is a fun experience to attend these performances. There is lots of parking and everything is handicapped accessible. Do yourself a favor and take in a show.

This Virginia Beach based Musical Theater company, founded by Jeff Meredith, has a dynamic Managing…read moreDirector & Artistic Director. Their productions are cast with a mix of New York City based Equity talent, locals & students from the Virginia Governors School for the Arts. The performing home of VMT is the Sander Center for the Arts, conveniently located at Town Center. The venue is in walking distance to numerous restaurants where you can have before or after show dinner. Perhaps their best production I've seen in my many years of attending this theater was the recently performed Jekyll & Hyde. The casting was superb. The performance was flawless. Lighting, costumes and set design were a plus. Having seen this show on Broadway a number of years ago, I was hoping for marvelous. And it was. The only thing I would have changed was the slight Pop take on the show stopping "This is the Moment." I wanted the song to climax as it did on Broadway. Should you have the opportunity to attend a Musical Theater performance by Virginia Musical Theater you will not be disappointed.

The Sandler Center itself is great. This organization, VMT, that manages their season tickets is…read morenot. Save yourself money and hassle. Avoid dealing with VMT. Buy your tickets at the box office.

Not super big inside but the seating area was nice. Sitting in the back you're still close enough…read moreto the stage to see what's going on. I got a double vodka cranberry in a souvenir cup... it was $35. Wouldn't recommend buying alcohol here but would go back for an event. Parking was $5 on-site.

Went to watch the Virginia Symphony. Acoustics are wonderful and the seating is comfortable. There…read moreis a pleasant look and feel to the place. Unfortunately the security with the wand was not very nice to the senior citizen in front of me when she didn't understand to put keys and phones in your hand and raise them above your head. She also asked someone where our seats were and the first female usher just pointed ( we were outside of the house) and said" you'll go through that door and down and to the middle". Another nice female usher at the other door helped my friend. The performance was phenomenal and it was relatively easy to exit the property. I'd definitely go here again for another symphony or musical.

My husband and I were introduced to Little Theatre of Norfolk many years ago by a dear friend who…read morewas very active with LTN. We had happily volunteered as ushers for many productions from plays to musicals and made it one of our favorite dates for several seasons. We always enjoyed the remarkable talent, time, and commitment this local theatre brings out to share with the community from the fantastic stage designs and sets to its diverse and talented casts of performers. The Green Room offers light refreshments for purchase and has fundraising raffles, too. It's a neat place to stop into during intermission, and you're now permitted to bring your beverage into the theatre now, as long as you're mindful to remove and dispose of your trash when leaving the theatre. The theatre's name might include the word little, but it has a large heart! Let's keep it clean! While we are big fans of Broadway in New York City, and have purchased season tickets to Broadway in Norfolk, the Little Theatre of Norfolk provides amazing shows and performances that we highly recommend. So, when a friend saw that LTN was offering 'In the Heights, A New Musical' by Lin-Manuel Miranda, we couldn't wait to join them for the show. It was their first time at LTN. We're all big fans of Lin-Manuel and this weekend's performance did not disappoint. We were moving to the beats and humming in our seats. The set designs were vivid and bright, and the lighting used on and off stage, along with the cast singing and dancing in the aisles were electric. Job well done LTN!

This was our first visit to The Little Theatre of Norfolk, but it certainly won't be our last…read more Conveniently located in the Chelsea section of Norfolk near Lambert's Point, just off Hampton Boulevard, the theatre is easy to reach and welcoming from the moment you arrive. The staff were friendly as we checked in and found our seats, and the Green Room bar is a nice touch if you'd like to enjoy a beverage during the performance. As for the show--Gaslight--I was genuinely impressed. The acting was superb, the set design captured the period beautifully, and the tension of the story was carried expertly by the cast. This classic psychological drama tells the story of Bella Manningham and her manipulative husband Jack, whose strange behavior slowly convinces Bella that she may be losing her sanity. Without giving away the mystery, the production builds suspense masterfully and delivers a powerful payoff that keeps the audience fully engaged. If you enjoy live theatre performed at a high level, The Little Theatre of Norfolk is well worth a visit. Not only will you enjoy a great evening of entertainment--you'll also be supporting a wonderful part of Norfolk's local arts community.

I attendee this show last night with my friend and our 3 children (2,3,and 4). I was nervous it…read morewould be a waste of money since I have seen the actual cirque shows in Vegas. This show was spectacular!!! I would say it was better than 4 out if the 5 cirque du soleil shows!!! (Tops all except the Beatles love show;-). The kids were entranced!!! Yes, even the 2 yr old stayed entertained. It was soooo worth the money, and I would go back again and again!!! Never wasting $100 on a cirque ticket again!!! Thank you for an amazing performance and evening!!!

I attend a showing of this on Wednesday night with 3 friends, not really sure of what to expect…read more We were one of the few groups there without children, so I was a bit apprehensive when we first arrived. However, as soon as the show began we were captivated. It was very exciting from start to finish and not like any other event I have been to in this area before. The performance was about 2 hours, divided into many smaller performances that were each about 5 - 8 minutes (guesstimating) . Of all the performances, there was only one that we thought was a little cheesy. Otherwise, we loved the show and had a great time. I was considering bringing my 4 year old niece, but there are parts of the show that I thought could be scary to a small child. I would guess most of the kids there were probably 6-10 years old. If you're looking for something different to try out, definitely give this a go. The arena is pretty small too, so i wouldn't recommend paying the VIP price for tickets, since there's only about 20 rows of seats anyway.

Wonderful quality of performers! We went to our first show, Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol, and we…read morereally enjoyed it. In addition, the theatre is housed in a small former neighborhood movie theater with comfortable seats and a raised stage, making the sets and actors visible throughout the auditorium. Don't hesitate to see one of their shows. Parking is on the street and across the street in a church lot and a library lot.

Wonderful little theater. I have been doing community theater in NC and VA over the past 20+ years…read more PCT is one I will always return to. The whole community is so kind. It had truly been a joy to work on productions at this theater and I hope to be there even more in the future.

My daughter has attended Chesapeake Dance center now for 3 years, and we love it. They make it fun…read morebut also educational. The staff is great and very accommodating. We choose to travel over 20 minutes to this location for this reason. ​

My daughter started attending classes Tuesdays and Saturdays. She is a beginner ballet student and…read moreshe has really enjoyed learning from Ms. Barbara, she's patient, firm and really gives each child time if they need a little more help. The instructor for her first Saturday class was also great, I especially loved how much time she was able to spend explaining and showing the moves since the class was smaller. She also has a great personality, very easy to talk to. Thank you for what you ladies do!