Middletown – Out with the old. In with the new. Today, Wayside Theatre Artistic Director Warner Crocker announced the third play of the 2010-2011 season – Striking 12 – as well as its cast and performance schedule. Written by Groove Lilly, the musical comedy Striking 12, will run August 28 through September 25, 2010.
“Wayside...
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From the beautiful Shenandoah Valley- There’s a lot to do and see near Route 11 in the Shenandoah Valley, traveling from Virginia in the South, up through West Virginia, into Maryland, and finally into Pennsylvania.
Here are some of the fairs and festivals that you and your family won’t want to miss during the rest...
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Orkney Springs, VA – The Valley Music Scene – The third weekend of the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival in Orkney Springs, Va. on August 13 and 14, 2010, will feature: one of the nation’s best known Grammy-winning singer/songwriter on her first summer tour in years, and a chart-topping Irish folk-rock band.
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On Friday, August 13...
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Williamsburg area, Virginia – Busch Gardens is celebrating summer in a big way with a cool deal for families – free admission for kids 9 and younger. From June 21 through August 31 2010, Virginia residents can get a free child’s admission to Busch Gardens – a $51.95 value -with the purchase of an...
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Middletown, VA – With the continued success of its production of the play, “Shenandoah,” Wayside Theatre is pleased to announce the addition of an exciting event to their 2010 summer performance calendar. Wayside’s Intern Company will take off their tattered Union and Confederate uniforms and wipe away their battle dirt for an intimate night...
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Tags: Bob Fosse, cabaret, Cabaret movie, Curtain Call Cafe, Dancing, free cabaret, free entertainment, intimate, Liza Minnelli, Middletown, musical, open bar, showcase talent and personalities, singing, songs, theater, Warner Crocker, Wayside Theater
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Woodstock, VA – Hey, all you fair lovers and animal lovers! Mark your calendars – This year, The Shenandoah County Fair – Virginia’s Friendliest Fair – will run August 27 through September 4, 2010. Features include: harness racing, food, rides, games, demolition derbies, a tractor pull, TNA wrestling amazing concerts, and animals of all...
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Orkney Springs, VA – Get ready for cool summer breezes and great tunes! The Shenandoah Valley Music Festival (SVMF) has announced their 2010 lineup.
During its 47 year history, the SVMF has gained a reputation throughout the Mid-Atlantic region as a place where: weekend travelers come to get away from it all, music lovers come...
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Harrisonburg, VA - Seven musical groups based in Virginia are performing at James Madison University (JMU) in the “Concerts on the Lawn Series.” The outdoor performances are being held on Sunday evenings through June 27, 2010.
The free outdoor concerts are sponsored by the College of Visual and Performing Arts.
Families are welcome to bring picnic...
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Strasburg, VA – With all of the talk about the dangers of nano-foods these days, it’s good to know a place where you can get real homegrown, fresh vegetables in the Shenandoah Valley.
Cristina’s Cafe at 219 W. King Street in Strasburg, Virginia, is now hosting a farmer’s market in their parking lot every Friday...
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Shenandoah Valley, VA – Well, it’s the official start to Summer in the Valley! Here are some of the great events planned for Memorial Day Weekend in the Shenandoah Valley. Grab the kids and come on out. Relax and enjoy!
In Winchester – Frederick County
Visit the Winchester Visitors web site for more information. On...
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Conicville, VA – Just announced: An interactive musical event – with some wine and country barbeque. Who could ask for anything better?
For the first time, the public will pick one of the acts for this summer’s Shenandoah Valley Music Festival line up- at the first ever “Barrels, Barbecue and Bands” on May 22...
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Frederick County, VA – The Historic Jordan Springs Estate, just four miles from the heart of Winchester, will be transforming its ballroom into a summer dinner theatre complete with stage, lighting, and sound for Wayside Theatre’s limited engagement production of “Always… Patsy Cline” opening July 9, 2010.
The pairing of Jordan Springs’ ambiance, culinary offerings,...
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Berryville, VA – Straight from the heart of Susi Bailey come these Clarke County happenings for the month of May 2010:
- Saturday, MAY 1 – Northern Shenandoah Valley Sacred Harp and Shape Note Singers – performing from 4:00 – 8:00 PM at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Berryville VA.
Directions: From the intersection of Rt 7...
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Shenandoah Valley, Va. – April showers brings May flowers. The Valley is beginning to bloom. And, don’t miss out on the strawberries! On May 29 and 30, in Delaplane, enjoy the “Strawberry Festival” at Sky Meadows State Park.
Celebrate Spring,and the region’s strawberry season, with live music, arts and crafts, old-fashioned kids’ games, a...
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Front Royal, VA – Get ready to roll! Tomorrow, April 18, 2010, in Front Royal, Virginia, men and women alike are looking forward to attending the 6th Annual Spring All Ford Car Show – hosted by the Shenandoah Valley Mustang Club.
The event will be held at the Shenandoah Ford at 9135 Winchester Road from...
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Charles Town, West Virginia – Charles Town Races & Slots is getting ready to turn up the lights, roll out the red carpet and introduce a new name and new features to accompany the launch of table games in July. When the first dice roll, the West Virginia gaming and entertainment facility, owned by...
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Berryville, VA – Imagine green. Imagine sustainability. Imagine fun. April 22 is Earth Day and to celebrate, join hundreds in the Shenandoah Valley at Valley EarthFest 2010.
This Earth Day-inspired festival is eco-friendly to the max. The festival, now in its third year, continues to grow in popularity. The all-day event will be held in...
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Roanoke, VA – It’s takes two to tango! World-renowned Argentine mezzo-soprano, Ada Lis Jimena, an outstanding singer with a solid teaching career, will be giving a lecture about the history of the tango at the Main Library in Roanoke tomorrow, Wednesday, April 14, 2010.
Tango is a kind of music that combines song and dance...
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Luray, VA – Get ready for some down home fiddlin’. Don’t miss “An Evening of Virginia Roots Music” with The Campbell Family Band, performing at The BB&T Center for the Performing Arts in Luray on April 10, 2010 at 7:30 pm.
It’s A Family Affair
The Campbell Family Band performs early Southern Highland string band music:...
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Berryville, VA – Come on out to Clarke County, VA … and enjoy these family events during April, including free computer classes, the Dancing Beagle House Concert, and a number of low-cost, hearty community breakfast offerings.
Thursday April 1 – Opening Day Weekend at Watermelon Park - To celebrate we are running our “Cabin Fever...
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Winchester, VA – Get ready for the 83rd Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival to be held in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, April 23 – May 2, 2010.
2010 Music Line-up
The Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival is proud to announce that its 21st Annual Envoy Bluegrass Festival has yet another unforgettable line-up.
The Martha White Bluegrass Express bus...
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Tags: 10K race, Apple Blossom Festival, bluegrass, CoalTown, concert, concerts, dance, family event, Lonesome River Band, Music, parade, Rhonda Vincent, Shenandoah Valley, The Rage, Winchester
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Edinburg, VA – Wakemans Grove Church of the Brethren will be presenting “Bow the Knee,” an Easter production with more than 75 cast and choir members The church is located in the historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia – 3 1/2 miles west of Edinburg on Wakemans Grove Road.
The performances will be on:
- Sunday, April...
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Woodstock, VA – The beautiful, historic town of Woodstock, Virginia has announced their Event Schedule for the rest of 2010, and there’s something fun for young and old alike. Make plans to attend today. These events are free, open to the public, and are all outdoors. Grab your family, relax and enjoy!
Music on Main...
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Martinsburg, WV – Opera singer Jenny Lind, as portrayed by Joann Peterson, will visit the Martinsburg Public Library on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at 7:00.m. in the Martinsburg Room (located at 101 West King Street).
Known as ‘The Swedish Nightingale,” Johanna “Jenny” Lind (1820-1887) started life in foster care, but grew up to be a...
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Winchester, VA – Shenandoah Valley Music Festival Presents an Unforgettable Evening with World-Famous Violinist Midori
Midori, the woman who first wowed the world with her violin playing at the age of 14 takes the stage for an unforgettable evening of chamber music, presented by the Shenandoah Valley Music Festival in Armstrong Concert Hall at Shenandoah...
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