What’s Booming RVA: Local Theatre – Thought-Provoking and Entertaining
What’s Booming RVA: Must-See Local Theatre
Three must-see local theatrical productions, Veterans Day commemorations, and a look at the life and songs of Carole King – Boomer’s top five picks in Richmond this week. What’s Booming RVA: Must-See Local Drama.
“A Distinct Society.”
Nothing much ever happens in a sleepy library that straddles the border of the U.S. and Canada. But when an Iranian father and daughter, separated by the “Muslim ban,” begin using the library as a meeting place, the French-Canadian librarian, an American border patrol agent, and a local teenager find their quiet lives suddenly full of excitement and consequence. Inspired by true events, the touching and funny play touches on family, food, art, love, and politics, which can divide or unite us.
Nov. 12 to 30 at Firehouse Theatre, Richmond.
“Radium Girls.”
In 1926, radium was a miracle cure – and an element in making luminous watches, until those making the watches began getting sick. One of these workers fights for the workers, facing adversaries from many sides. The theatrical interpretation from River City Community Players features 9 to 10 actors playing more than 30 parts. Inspired by a true story, “Radium Girls” offers a wry look at American obsessions with health, wealth, and the commercialization of science.
Nov. 7 to 15, 7:30 p.m., at Gayton Kirk Presbyterian Church, Henrico.
“Once Upon a Mattress.”
Henrico Theatre Company presents the delightful comedic retelling of “The Princess and the Pea.” Queen Aggravain rules with an iron fist, forbidding marriages until Prince Dauntless finds a princess who can pass her sensitivity test.
Nov. 7 to 23 at The Cultural Arts Center, Glen Allen.
Veterans Day Activities at Pamplin.
Programs including Civil War, World War I, and World War II living history and displays, musket program, tours, and more. Free admission to activity duty military and veterans.
Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier, Petersburg.
See Boomer’s complete weekly calendar (COMING SOON) for more patriotic events:
- 250th US Marine Corps Birthday Celebration
- A Family of Veterans: The Pope Brothers of Franklin, Virginia.
- Petersburg Veterans Day
- The Veterans of Woodland Cemetery Tour
- Veterans Day Motorcycle Rally
- Commonwealth’s Veterans Day Ceremony
- Veterans Day with the Richmond Pops Band
- Veterans Day Luminary at Sailor’s Creek Battlefield
- Veterans Day in Williamsburg
Carole King: She Made the Earth Move!
Author Jane Eisener presents her book and Susan Greenbraum performs. The book explores King’s life and legacy, enriched by interviews and historical context. Carole King’s extraordinary career defined American popular music. She shaped the soundtrack of 1960s teen culture, was a leading figure in the singer-songwriter movement of the 1970s, and struggled to reconcile her fame with her roles as a wife and mother.
Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m., at Weinstein JCC, Richmond.
Check websites for more details, including prices and registration requirements.
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