We have seen several shows at RTP. The show we saw tonight was of high quality like the rest. We…read moresaw Immediate Family. It focused on big ideas like love and acceptance. There was so much to relate to. The seats are comfortable, the staff is professional, and the rest rooms are clean. Sorry I didn't get to try the bar personally, but one person in our party had a drink and it looked really good. We will definitely return. We are even considering getting season tickets.

An absolute gem of a theater, I absolutely love RTP! They specialize in productions that not only…read morefeature diverse, LGBTQIAA+, gender varied individuals, but also seek out source material that is written by such people as well. It's an incredibly welcoming space--very accessible, with nice, big seats without arms. If you need additional arrangements, the box office is very responsive and happy to assist. The team that works there is very friendly, the bathrooms are clean, the bar is well stocked, and shows are great. Definitely worth a visit--maybe even renting out for a private event!

Wonderful acting, great acting classes. The owner really knows what she's doing. Will visit again.read more

This is a tiny (58 seats?), intimate theatre in the far west end off Patterson Avenue. I saw 5th…read moreWall's The Human Terrain there, and it was incredibly well done. They did a lot with the small space they had to work with. Lots of parking. Go see a show and support local professional theatre!

I was not familiar with this place but got tickets to the show Christmas Carol for us to go see…read more Parking is a bit of a challenge but once that is done.. it was a great experience. The set and actors did a fantastic job. It was definitely a higher quality than i expected. I think this may be a place we go to for a show a few times a year. Quite a pleasant suprise.

The November Theatre is absolutely stunning, while a bit on the smaller side compared to other…read moretheatres in the area. The intimate setting makes for a really special viewing experience. Parking is a bit tricky as there is no direct parking available in front of the theatre but there are some paid lots and street parking is available (there is a 2 hour limit to be considerate of if you're seeing a matinee, not applicable after 8). What stands out is the seating is a bit more comfortable with a decent amount of leg room my partner who is 6'1 was able to sit comfortably. The sound quality of this theatre is also amazing, I was able to hear the music and the actors very clearly throughout the show. I checked out Virginia Reps production of Waitress for the first time this past weekend and it was phenomenal! So glad that we are able to have such quality theatre offerings here in the area and this is one place that can not be beat! Before a shows run they offer pay what you can previews which definitely makes the magic of theatre more accessible to the masses. Definitely give Virginia Repertory a shot if you have any interest in the arts, I think this is a great introduction to some amazing shows and everyone is extremely talented!

Theatre IV is a division of the VA Repertory Theatre, and it was founded back in '75. Their…read moremission is to provide innovative theatrical productions of the highest national caliber and present these productions in the Richmond area as well as on tour in 31 other states, in addition to DC for schools and educational institutions. The selections include shows such as 'Treasure Island,' 'Hansel and Gretel,' 'Tortoise and the Hare,' 'Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad, etc. I had the opportunity to see these guys when they came to perform 'Stuart Little' - it was about an hour-long musical adaptation of the beloved children's book with puppets, singing, and comedy. Definitely great for the younger crowd (K-2nd graders), as they seemed to be the biggest fans and the most engaged! +repertory theater +educational theatrical productions (primarily for K-2nd)

FYI - Back in 1977 (yes, there really were theatres in Richmond then), I had the good fortune to be…read morepart of the cast of the musical OKLAHOMA!, which was presented for several months at the Haymarket Dinner Theatre in Mechanicsville. Later, I was in a production of DIAMOND STUDS at the Barksdale Theatre, when it was still in....Ashburn (was it?) What fun both of those productions were! And during the run of DIAMOND STUDS, I presented a Sunday matinee storytelling performance called BOYS AND GIRLS TOGETHER at the Barksdale. I had the good fortune to work with Phil Whiteway in OKLAHOMA! and Bruce Miller in DIAMOND STUDS. Incredibly rewarding times those were! And both theatres served the Richmond area well. Both musical productions were well attended, and even my matinee presentation was enjoyed by the (TINY!) audience who showed up. Good memories! It's nice to know theatre is still alive and well in Richmond, and that my buddies are still involved. Even COVID-19 can't keep a good theatre down! Yee-HA! Incidentally, in OKLAHOMA!, I played the role of Aunt Eller (I've done that role three times, and directed the musical once.....that was at Anderson College, Anderson SC). In DIAMOND STUDS I was the piano player who did several vignettes. FYI, I'm sending today (5/13/2021) a packet of 8x10 black-and-white photos from the Haymarket production of Oklahoma. Phil and his wife--they met in this production--are both in several of these photos.

When i was in elementary school I used to curl up in the dark and read Goosebumps books with a…read moreflashlight under the cover. I loved reading stories about places that I've been to or mystical places from the books. As an adult I felt nothing to even touch that feeling until now. My boyfriend and I chose to go by the store to celebrate Halloween we thought it would be a really cool way to know more history about the city and have some ghost story fun. And boy were we in for a treat. When we arrived we boarded a trolley with two ghostly ghoulish tour guides the ladies took us around the city for about an hour and a half almost 2 hours and shared some of the grizzly stories of Richmond. From the flood wall to Carytown to Hollywood Cemetery we covered it all. I will never look at the city of the same way. If this is something you are thinking about doing it I say go for it it will be a night you'll never forget.

I'm on this tour at this moment and it's really terrible, but I'm giving it 2 stars for the funny…read morestory it will be later.

A hidden gem in the heart of Richmond! Black Iris Social…read moreClub is hands-down one of the most unique and inspiring venues in the city. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the creativity and energy--part speakeasy, part art gallery, part members-only lounge. The atmosphere is incredible: warm lighting, great music, and a perfect mix of elegance and comfort. Whether you're there for a private event, bourbon and cigar night, or one of their live shows, you're guaranteed a memorable experience. The staff are friendly, professional, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Every detail--from the cocktails to the curated art--feels intentional and top-notch. If you're looking for a place that blends culture, community, and class, Black Iris Social Club should be at the top of your list. Richmond needed this.

Great studio!! Friendly staff. Knowledgeable instructors. I will keep this studio in mind for…read moredancers in the area. 10/10 recommend.

I am so disappointed in Spotlight. Our daughters have taken dance for about 5 years, last year we…read moretook a break from spotlight because we were not thrilled with the quality of the teaching for the price. We went back this year because the girls really wanted to dance. We just had the recital and it was disappointing 1. It was $30 per ticket because it was at the Carpenter theater 2. The dancers names do not appear anywhere...not even on a photocopy on colored paper or something 3. Some of the dances were good (Bollywood was great) but most were unimaginative, poorly choreographed and not in synch. 4. Our daughters' tween class had no discipline, kids doing their own thing, not being corrected on proper techniques of ballet or even behavior and they certainly did not learn proper ballet 5. The choreography for the tween class was similar to their preschool dance class 6. Our kids rarely missed class, and worked on their routines at home - which is when I found out that they did not do much barre technique. The instructor had no control or authority in class. It was a glorified, expensive babysitter. If they are going to charge these prices they need to bring a professional instructor. Not worth the money, now I have find another ballet place...ughh! The second reviewer is correct - the studio is quite impressive and clean; however, they are still charging similar prices to Richmond Ballet ($32 starting prices) and the teenager teaching our girls class had no control of the classroom and we were charged the same price as the more experienced instructors. I'm happy for those people who are happy, good for you but that was not our feeling. In my limited experience (I danced as a kid in NY, my girls danced in 2 companies in VA and 1 overseas) for the prices they are charging other dance studios have done better - and at least put the dancers names in the program. Bottom line to Spotlight - make sure ALL of your instructors are ready to go into a classroom - or at least have another instructor to watch and advise as a mentor for younger teachers (as we are all paying the same price and expecting the same outcomes from instructors), move to a more appropriate venue both for the level of the students and accordingly the prices, and put their names in the program - easy to fix.

I have never used In Your Ear for services (actually I think I may have doing a commercial for a…read morelaw firm a long time ago), but they must be good since they've worked with the likes of Jay-Z, Rihanna and Chris Brown. I went last night for an industry networking event linking VCU Cinema graduates with professionals. Wow! What an opportunity. Producers, directors, editors, casting directors... the whole nine were there to offer information and support to the graduates. And this is an annual tradition all for boosting production and workforce development initiatives. Supportive and humble group of people happy to help bring along newcomers!