Entertainment in Richmond VA
There’s plenty to see and do in the Richmond area. Check out some of these great venues, and also additional things to do in Richmond.
Bow Tie Cinemas Movieland at Boulevard Square
1301 North Boulevard, Richmond
804-354-6099
http://www.bowtiecinemas.com/locations/movieland-at-boulevard-square/
Enjoy the movies in style on one of 17 screens. Movieland includes a Wine and Beer Cafe and hot food selections. Every Saturday and Sunday morning enjoy classic movies with “MOVIES & MIMOSAS(R).”
Broadway in Richmond
http://www.broadwayinrichmond.com
Broadway in Richmond brings hit shows to the Richmond stage. Most performances are at The Landmark Theatre. The 2013-2014 season includes War Horse, Jersey Boys, The Addams Family and the third return of Wicked to the Richmond stage.
Byrd Theatre
2908 W. Cary Street, Richmond
804-358-3056
http://byrdtheatre.com/
The grand historic Byrd Theatre in Richmond’s trendy Carytown section is open 365 days a year, regardless of the weather showing current and classic movies for the bargain price of $1.99 per person. Saturday night patrons get an extra treat as Bob Gulledge plays the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ before the show.
Cobb CineBistro
9200 Stony Point Parkway, Richmond
804-864-0460
http://www.cobbcinebistro.com/stony/
If you’re looking for dinner and a movie, CineBistro at Stony Point Fashion Park is the way to go. Order your drinks and meals and have them delivered right to your recliner before the show starts.
Firehouse Theatre Project, Inc.
1609 W. Broad Street, Richmond
804-355-2001
http://www.firehousetheatre.org
Located in Richmond’s former Station House $10, Firehouse Theatre is a key component of the Richmond theater community producing contemporary works not previously seen in the Richmond area. Firehouse develops and produces at least one new play each year.
Henley Street Theatre and Richmond Shakespeare
http://henleystreettheatre.org
http://richmondshakespeare.org/
In 2013 Henley Street Theatre and Richmond Shakespeare merged under one management company to continue to provide Richmond with great examples of Shakespeare’s work along with edgy, contemporary productions.
Innsbrook After Hours
804-423-1779
http://www.innsbrookafterhours.com
The Innsbrook After Hours Concert series has brought great music entertainment to the Richmond area for over 28 years. The events are held in the Snagajob Pavilion in Innsbrook.
Pocahontas Live
http://www.pocahontaslive.com
Pocahontas live features live concerts under the stars in the Heritage Amphitheater at Pocahontas State Park. Pocahontas State Park the largest of Virginia’s state parks and was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC).
Richmond Ballet
407 E. Canal Street, Richmond
804-344-0906
http://www.richmondballet.com
Founded in 1957, the Richmond Ballet was the first professional ballet company in Virginia is the official State Ballet of Virginia.
Richmond CenterStage
600 E. Grace Street, #400, Richmond
804-592-3330
http://richmondcenterstage.com
Richmond CenterStage is the hub of Richmond’s live entertainment venues. CenterStage includes the historic Carpenter Theatre which opened initially in 1928. The restored venue seats 1,800. The 200 seat Gottwald Playhouse provides excellent performances in an intimate setting. The multi-purpose Rhythm Hall features local performers and concerts. The Showcase Gallery combines the performing arts with the visual arts in a gallery attached to Rhythm Hall. The icon Landmark Theater seats up to 3,600 and features Broadway Shows, the Richmond Forum and more.
Richmond Symphony
612 E. Grace Street, Richmond
804-788-1212
http://www.richmondsymphony.com
The Richmond Symphony has brought music to Richmond for more than 50 years and makes more than 200 public appearances each season.
RVA First Fridays
http://www.rvafirstfridays.com
First Fridays is a year round art walk in Richmond’s Art District. On the first Friday of every month, Richmond’s restaurants, non-profits and galleries celebrate art and community.
Swift Creek Mill Theatre
17401 Jefferson Davis Highway, S. Chesterfield
804-748-5203
http://www.swiftcreekmill.com
The Historic Swift Creek Mill Theatre has been providing dinner theatre entertainment for more than 45 years.
The National
708 E. Broad Street, Richmond
804-612-1900
http://www.thenationalva.com
The restored National Theater is part of what was once known as Theatre Row. It is the only surviving auditorium in the 700 block of Broad Street. Originally built in 1923, The National featured live entertainment and motion pictures. The National reopened in the 2000s and has become one of Richmond’s hottest performing arts and music venues. The National is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Virginia Repertory Theatre
804-282-2620
http://www.va-rep.org/
Virginia Repertory Theatre produces quality theatrical productions in the Richmond area at four venues, the November Theatre, Willow Lawn, Hanover Tavern and Cadence Theatre. Virginia Repertory Theatre was formed in 2012 by the merging of Barksdale Theatre and Theater IV.
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