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This is an informational session for Chamber Abroad 2025 – Travel to Tuscany. Our spectacular Italian holiday begins on March 26, 2025. Sign up early to secure your seat!

In today's session, we will learn about the itinerary from our travel partner Chamber International (CI) Destinations. CI Destinations is a premier professional tour operator offering once-in-a-lifetime international experiences exclusively for chambers of commerce throughout the U.S.

Tuscany is the most popular region of Italy – famous for its world-class art collections, charming medieval hill towns, and sweeping hillsides full of vineyards. Chamber Abroad will explore the storied cities and beautiful countryside in a series of professionally guided day trips, with a first class hotel in the spa resort town of Montecatini Terme as our home base. Experience the cradle of the Renaissance in Florence, visit Pisa and its world-renowned leaning tower, and drink Chianti in its home region.

This is an informational session for Chamber Abroad 2025 – Travel to Tuscany. Our spectacular Italian holiday begins on March 26, 2025. Sign up early to secure your seat!

In today's session, we will learn about the itinerary from our travel partner Chamber International (CI) Destinations. CI Destinations is a premier professional tour operator offering once-in-a-lifetime international experiences exclusively for chambers of commerce throughout the U.S.

Tuscany is the most popular region of Italy – famous for its world-class art collections, charming medieval hill towns, and sweeping hillsides full of vineyards. Chamber Abroad will explore the storied cities and beautiful countryside in a series of professionally guided day trips, with a first class hotel in the spa resort town of Montecatini Terme as our home base. Experience the cradle of the Renaissance in Florence, visit Pisa and its world-renowned leaning tower, and drink Chianti in its home region.

Overwhelmed by piles of old documents? Worried about identity theft? Ready to get rid of those tax documents? Now is your chance to shred all of your personal documents. Join OakHeart Financial Group of Ameriprise Financial as they sponsor an on-site shredding event. 

Ice cream treats will be provided. 

Please limit shredding to two boxes/person.

Topic: Therapy Options for Seniors
Speaker: Becca Griffith with Martha Jefferson House

Snow White, our Family Series ballet based on the beloved Grimm’s fairy tale, follows the fairest of them all as she meets a forest full of friends, the Seven Dwarfs, and a dashing Prince. Experience the magic of love and friendship in this captivating 90-minute ballet!

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“EVER AFTER PARTY” EVENT!  [All-Inclusive VIP event after Saturday 11:00AM performance]

After the show, join us for an exclusive children’s event onstage designed for boys and girls ages 3-8. A special $70 VIP ticket gives your child access to both the ballet and this private soiree where guests can meet the ballerinas, take photographs with their favorite characters, and learn new dance steps with Snow White’s friends.

We encourage children to sport their finest apparel for the occasion, whether formal attire, princess tiara, or their Sunday best.

All-inclusive tickets to the performance + after party are only available in the VIP seating section (gold seats in orchestra center) with free drinks and magical cocktails for adults 21+. All VIP guests need a ticket to the performance + party, and children must be accompanied by an adult; lap babies are free.

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VIP Season Wrap Party [All-Inclusive VIP event after Saturday 3:30PM performance]

Join us for a VIP after party sponsored by Avenue Realty in the Founders Lounge after the 3:30PM performance. Enjoy wine from DuCard Vineyards and hors d’oeuvres with our artists as we celebrate the 2023-24 season. The party is included with all VIP tickets — look for the VIP seats in the orchestra center section of the theater.

Snow White, our Family Series ballet based on the beloved Grimm’s fairy tale, follows the fairest of them all as she meets a forest full of friends, the Seven Dwarfs, and a dashing Prince. Experience the magic of love and friendship in this captivating 90-minute ballet!

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“EVER AFTER PARTY” EVENT!  [All-Inclusive VIP event after Saturday 11:00AM performance]

After the show, join us for an exclusive children’s event onstage designed for boys and girls ages 3-8. A special $70 VIP ticket gives your child access to both the ballet and this private soiree where guests can meet the ballerinas, take photographs with their favorite characters, and learn new dance steps with Snow White’s friends.

We encourage children to sport their finest apparel for the occasion, whether formal attire, princess tiara, or their Sunday best.

All-inclusive tickets to the performance + after party are only available in the VIP seating section (gold seats in orchestra center) with free drinks and magical cocktails for adults 21+. All VIP guests need a ticket to the performance + party, and children must be accompanied by an adult; lap babies are free.

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VIP Season Wrap Party [All-Inclusive VIP event after Saturday 3:30PM performance]

Join us for a VIP after party sponsored by Avenue Realty in the Founders Lounge after the 3:30PM performance. Enjoy wine from DuCard Vineyards and hors d’oeuvres with our artists as we celebrate the 2023-24 season. The party is included with all VIP tickets — look for the VIP seats in the orchestra center section of the theater.

Legendary band Three Dog Night, now in its fifth decade, claims some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records, or sold more concert tickets than Three Dog Night.

Three Dog Night hits weave through the fabric of pop culture today, whether on the radio where they are heard day in and day out, in TV commercials, or in major motion pictures — songs like “Mama Told Me (Not To Come),” “Joy to the World,” “Black and White,” “Shambala,” and “One” serve to heighten our emotions and crystallize Three Dog Night’s continuing popularity.

Boasting chart and sales records that remain virtually unmatched in popular music, Three Dog Night had 21 consecutive Top 40 hits, including three #1 singles, eleven Top 10’s, eighteen straight Top 20’s, seven million-selling singles, and twelve straight RIAA Certified Gold LPs. The hits appeared on best selling charts in all genres (pop, rock, and country). Its records continue to sell around the world, reaching beyond the borders of the U.S. into Japan, Canada, Holland, England, Germany, Spain, and elsewhere. Tens of millions of Three Dog Night records have been sold through the years.

Created in 1968 by Danny Hutton, Three Dog Night maintains an aggressive, year-round touring schedule of over 90 dates a year, performing their hit-filled concerts for multi-generational audiences. The band’s now-famous name refers to native Australian hunters in the outback who huddled with their dogs for warmth on cold nights; the coldest being a “three dog night.”

Three Dog Night demonstrates its eclectic song choices once again with new material being recorded for an upcoming album release. One of the new tracks, “Prayer of the Children,” was discovered by Hutton who created an a cappella arrangement, so that for the first time in the history of Three Dog Night, the vocals of all six members of the band are featured. The song is currently part of their live concert set and quickly becoming an audience favorite.

Marking over 50 years on the road, Three Dog Night continues to grow its fan base by keeping up a full schedule of concerts at theaters, performing arts centers, fairs, festivals, corporate events, and casinos. Since 1986, the band has performed nearly 3,000 shows, including two Super Bowls.

Join your Chamber colleagues for networking, food and drinks at The Clifton.

From the Host
Introducing The Clifton: Your Gateway to Timeless Elegance in Charlottesville, VA! Nestled amidst the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, The Clifton is the epitome of Southern charm and luxury. Our historic estate, dating back to the 18th century, has been meticulously restored to offer you an unforgettable escape from the ordinary.

Whether you're seeking a romantic weekend getaway, a destination wedding venue, or a serene corporate retreat, The Clifton promises an exquisite experience. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of our lush gardens, unwind in our beautifully appointed guest rooms, and savor gourmet cuisine at our award-winning restaurant.

With our dedication to preserving history while providing modern comforts, The Clifton invites you to create lasting memories in the heart of Virginia's wine country. Experience the allure of The Clifton for yourself – where elegance, hospitality, and nature converge to create a truly extraordinary destination. Book your stay today and discover why The Clifton is the jewel of Charlottesville, VA!

Vanya
adapted by Simon Stephens, after Anton Chekhov
directed by Sam Yates
designed by Rosanna Vize

Andrew Scott (Fleabag) brings multiple characters to life in Simon Stephens’ (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time) radical new version of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya.

Hopes, dreams, and regrets are thrust into sharp focus in this one-man adaptation which explores the complexities of human emotions.

Filmed live during its sold-out run in London’s West End, Vanya will be playing exclusively in cinemas in 2024.

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh

Celebrating Legends in a Legendary Place

The Grove Committee and the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce invite you to the dedication of The Grove to honor past and present leaders who have been recognized by the Chamber for their civic and business leadership. 

Situated beneath 150-year-old oak trees in a quiet area of McIntire Park East, The Grove is a community gathering place that invites rest and reflection. This monument to community leadership was envisioned and built by a group of private citizens in partnership with the Chamber and the City of Charlottesville.

To access The Grove: Park in the Skate Park parking lot at the corner of McIntire Park Drive and Rugby Avenue. The Grove is a 5-10 minute walk from the parking area. Cross the pedestrian bridge over the railroad tracks, then turn left on the paved walkway leading away from the Skate Park. 

For those with limited mobility, please contact Peggy Van Yahres for specific park access directions.

Rain date: May 30; 10am.

Chamber Award Recipients: 
Eugene & Lorraine Williams • 2023
Tracey Greene • 2023
Kara Chandeysson • 2022
Liza Borches • 2020
Juandiego Wade • 2019
Joyce W. Robbins• 2018
Kurt Krueger• 2017
William J. Kehoe • 2016
Marcus Martin, M.D. • 2015
Cathy Train • 2014
Cole Hendrix • 2013
Mike Gaffney • 2012
Martin V. Burks III • 2011
Alvin Clements • 2010
John T. Casteen, III • 2009
Dan & Lou Jordan • 2008
Harold Wright • 2007
Grace Carpenter • 2006
Joseph Teague, Sr. • 2005
E. Marshall Pryor, III • 2004
Leonard Sandridge • 2003
William L. Howard • 2002
James S. Kennan • 2001
Paul H. Wood • 2000
Richard & Julia Nunley • 1999
Mary Ann Elwood • 1998
Dr. George & Ann Spence • 1997
Laurence Richardson• 1996
Guy Agnor • 1995
The Jessup Family • 1994
Nancy O’Brien • 1993
Darden Towe • 1992
Jim & Bunny Murray • 1991
Elizabeth B. Gleason • 1990
Drewary J. Brown • 1989
John B. Rogan • 1988
Hovey S. Dabney • 1987
Leigh B. Middleditch, Jr. • 1986
Francis Fife • 1985
Bernard J. Haggerty • 1984
George C. Palmer II • 1983
James E. Bowen • 1982
Junius R. Fishburne • 1981
Laurence Brunton • 1980
Mary Victoria Craw • 1979
Lionel S. Key • 1978
Randolph H. Perry • 1977
Joel M. Cochran • 1976
Mitchell Van Yahres • 1975

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The Business Women’s Round Table (BWRT) was founded in 2004. Its purpose is to honor, engage and inspire each other so that we elevate women’s professional presence. By doing so, we drive business, economic and community development in the Charlottesville region.

Celebrate the opening of AAMCO Charlottesville. 

Experience the magic of Broadway at The Paramount: a dazzling fusion of iconic songs, over 100 aspiring talents, and guest artists from Broadway and beyond, celebrating arts education with hits from The Sound of Music to Shrek and beyond!

Broadway at The Paramount will bring together Broadway and regional artists, over 100 students from DMR Adventures, and graduating seniors for two incredible performances in celebration of arts education. The production will feature songs from Mean Girls, Finding Nemo, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, James and the Giant Peach, The Sound of Music, Shrek, and more! The stars of the DMR Adventures JTF Troupe will present their award-winning piece from Descendants, and our youngest stars from the YAS! Youth After School program will join in the Broadway celebration.

DMR Adventures is thrilled to announce that international director, choreographer, and Broadway performer Matthew Steffens will join the company of Broadway at The Paramount as Emcee and Guest Artist. He was the original director of Broadway at The Paramount for several years when it was a part of DMR’s summer programming. Steffens states, “I can’t wait to be back with DMR Adventures for Broadway at The Paramount. Last summer, when I was directing Cabaret at Virginia Theatre Festival, I was reminded of the amazing talent that is in Charlottesville. A lot has changed in the world since I directed the 2017 version when this was a summer intensive, but one thing has remained the same. DMR Adventures continues to provide opportunities to showcase the best and brightest talent in Charlottesville. I’m excited to work with that talent to create a spectacular show that will take our audience on a journey. Whether it’s on Broadway in NYC to Broadway at The Paramount, I love working with our next generation of artists!”

Matthew Steffens – Broadway: Into The Woods, Doctor Zhivago, Promises Promises, Women On the Verge…. Tours: Into the Woods, West Side Story, Contact, Beauty & the Beast. Off-Broadway: Queen of the Night (Diamond Horseshoe), The Visitor (The Public), Superhero (2ST), Bountiful (R.Evolución Latina). @steffensmatthew

DMR Adventures is also excited to produce Beauty and the Beast JR, featuring over 80 students, which will take place on August 3, 2024 at The Paramount Theater. Tickets and more information will be announced in May.

DMR Adventures appreciates the generous community support to date, including Red Carpet Sponsor Premium Service Brands & Kids Lift, and welcomes additional sponsors.

ABOUT DMR ADVENTURES
DMR Adventures has been providing professional performing arts training from the professionals since 2009. The high caliber of training serves to drive passion, discipline, and commitment in the students with whom we work. DMR is comprised of several pre-professional programs, a touring competition team, an after school program (YAS!), a youth leadership program, over 15 summer camps, and year-round training programs, some of which culminate in a Mainstage season of performances. As a result of our exceptional training, our students have gone on to top musical theater conservatories and university training programs, and to perform in film, television, theme parks, and national tours!

We believe in making performances and classes accessible to all and our classes, camps, and tickets are on a sliding scale to help our entire community participate. We are proud to have provided more than $215,000 in scholarships to students in need.

www.DMRAdventures.com

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Dr. Grandin is a prominent author and speaks around the world as an expert on both autism and animal behavior. She is the distinguished professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University and named one of the top 10 college professors in the country. Temple’s 2010 TED talk has benefited people around the world. She has a successful international career consulting on livestock handling, equipment design, and animal welfare. HBO made an Emmy Award-winning movie about her life. In 2016, she was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

In “Great Minds Are Not All the Same,” Dr. Grandin discusses the importance of complementary skills of people who think in pictures, patterns, or words. This includes visual thinkers like Temple Grandin who think in photo-realistic pictures; visual, spatial, mathematical, and pattern thinkers who are good at math; and verbal thinkers who think in word. She will also be discussing how to help neurodivergent people get into good careers and her book, Visual Thinking.

Copies of Visual Thinking will be available for purchase from New Dominion Bookshop at the event.

Dig into Paramount history on a free backstage tour!

Learn about The Paramount’s beginnings in 1931 and our long legacy of community involvement from the Great Depression to the magical reopening!

Discover the movers and shakers behind The Paramount’s construction, the movie palace architecture, and the behind-the-scenes details of the two-year-long restoration!

See the backstage Wall of Fame, where hundreds of artists have left their autographs and more!

Entry is free. The tour will be approximately 1 hour in length. Reservations for the tour are strongly recommended, as space is limited. Tour schedules are subject to change. Please contact the Box Office at 434-979-1333 or boxoffice@theparamount.net if you need to cancel or if your group size changes.

Group Tours are always available by appointment and for a small fee. Please contact the Theater for more information: 434-293-1001.

Dig into Paramount history on a free backstage tour!

Learn about The Paramount’s beginnings in 1931 and our long legacy of community involvement from the Great Depression to the magical reopening!

Discover the movers and shakers behind The Paramount’s construction, the movie palace architecture, and the behind-the-scenes details of the two-year-long restoration!

See the backstage Wall of Fame, where hundreds of artists have left their autographs and more!

Entry is free. The tour will be approximately 1 hour in length. Reservations for the tour are strongly recommended, as space is limited. Tour schedules are subject to change. Please contact the Box Office at 434-979-1333 or boxoffice@theparamount.net if you need to cancel or if your group size changes.

Group Tours are always available by appointment and for a small fee. Please contact the Theater for more information: 434-293-1001.

Learn how to get the most out of Chamber membership! We'll help you plan the best opportunities for you and your organization. 

We started a pen pal program (Handle with Care Project) for those who live in assisted living facilities + communities in Charlottesville!!

Handle With Care is a unique pen pal project designed to foster intergenerational connections and combat feelings of loneliness among seniors.

We are looking for pen pals to join us in our monthly workshops, starting May 23 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The Center. If you want to become a pen pal but cannot attend workshops, we'll set up a plan to get your letters to your senior pen pal. Please reach out to Us if you have any questions!!!

Dig into Paramount history on a free backstage tour!

Learn about The Paramount’s beginnings in 1931 and our long legacy of community involvement from the Great Depression to the magical reopening!

Discover the movers and shakers behind The Paramount’s construction, the movie palace architecture, and the behind-the-scenes details of the two-year-long restoration!

See the backstage Wall of Fame, where hundreds of artists have left their autographs and more!

Entry is free. The tour will be approximately 1 hour in length. Reservations for the tour are strongly recommended, as space is limited. Tour schedules are subject to change. Please contact the Box Office at 434-979-1333 or boxoffice@theparamount.net if you need to cancel or if your group size changes.

Group Tours are always available by appointment and for a small fee. Please contact the Theater for more information: 434-293-1001.

ARS Health cordially invites you to attend our IOP Open House – a networking event to celebrate the launch of our intensive outpatient program. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place shortly after 2pm.

Business casual attire. RSVP to Dr. Shea Graham, PhD, LCSW, CST shea.graham@arshealth.com

Program:

BRAHMS: Violin Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op. 78
BRAHMS: Violin Sonata No. 2 in A major, Op. 100
BRAHMS: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D minor, Op. 108

Hilary Hahn

Three-time Grammy Award-winning violinist Hilary Hahn melds expressive musicality and technical expertise with a repertoire guided by artistic curiosity. Hahn is a prolific recording artist and commissioner of new works; her 23 feature recordings have received every critical prize. She is in her third season as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s first-ever Artist-in-Residence, and is Artist-in-Residence at the New York Philharmonic, Visiting Artist at The Juilliard School, and Curating Artist of the Dortmund Festival.

This season, Hahn performs concertos by Mozart, Mendelssohn, Sibelius, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, Korngold, and Ginastera, as well as Sarasate’s Carmen Fantasy. Hahn also gives several small-ensemble performances, including three solo recitals, recitals with Iveta Apkalna and Seth Parker Woods, and chamber concerts in Dortmund and Chicago.

Hahn related to her fans naturally from the start of her career. She has committed to signings after nearly every concert and maintains a collection of fan-art received over the past 25 years. Hahn’s “Bring Your Own Baby” concerts create a welcoming environment for parents of infants to share their enjoyment of classical music with their children. Her social media initiative #100daysofpractice has transformed practice into a community-building celebration of artistic development, with nearly one million posts from fellow performers and students.

Hahn is a prolific recording artist whose feature albums on Decca, Deutsche Grammophon, and Sony have all opened in the top ten of the Billboard charts; three have won Grammys. Her most recent, a recording of Ysaÿe’s six sonatas for solo violin, celebrates her artistic lineage. She is the recipient of numerous awards; most recently, she was named Musical America’s 2023 Artist of the Year, delivered the keynote speech of the Women in Classical Music Symposium, and received the 2021 Herbert von Karajan Award and the Glasshütte Original Music Festival Award, which she donated to music education nonprofit Project 440.

Andreas Haefliger

Andreas Haefliger comes from a rich tradition of music-making and is acclaimed for his sensitivity, musical insights, and transcendent pianism. Known for his innovative programming, he brings an all-encompassing passion and humanity to his concert appearances and recordings. At an early age he was surrounded by intense vocal artistry, thereby acquiring the beginnings of what would become a highly individual vocal piano sound and a sense of natural lyricism in his music making. Having finished his studies at the Juilliard School, Haefliger soon thereafter performed with the major American and European orchestras.

A superb recitalist, Haefliger has appeared many times at prestigious venues such as the Vienna Konzerthaus, Wigmore Hall, and at the Lucerne and Edinburgh Festivals. A uniquely insightful interpreter of Beethoven, Haefliger has made it his life’s work to perform all the sonatas live and on disc alongside works by other composers in his illuminating Perspectives series, first on Avie (with whom he also recorded flute sonatas with his wife Marina Piccinini) and latterly on BIS.

Haefliger began his recording career with Sony Classical, later appearing on Decca with the Takács Quartet and also Matthias Goerne, with whom he won the Preis Der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik for Schubert’s Goethe Songs. His latest releases on BIS include Beethoven op.31 sonatas, and concerti by Ravel, Bartok, and Dieter Ammann (written specially for him) with the Helsinki Philharmonic, and Susanna Malkki.

In 2024, he and his wife will present the first edition of the Zauberklang Festival, inviting special guests such as Hilary Hahn and Ian Bostridge to perform in intimate surroundings high in the Swiss Alps.

Directed by Phil Grabsky and Ali Ray
Running Times: 90 minutes

The National Gallery of London is one of the world’s greatest art galleries. It is full of masterpieces, an endless resource of history, an endless source of stories. But whose stories are told?  Which art has the most impact and on whom? The power of great art lies in its ability to communicate with anyone, no matter their art historical knowledge, their background, their beliefs.

This film gives voice to those who work at the gallery – from cleaner to curator, security guard to director – who identify the one artwork that means the most to them and why. An assortment of people from all walks of life who have a strong connection to the gallery make surprising choices of both well-known and lesser-known artworks. Finally, some well-known celebrities explain what they head for when they visit the gallery.

These stories are used as a lens through which to explore the 200-year history of the National Gallery and what the future may hold for this spectacular space.

Topic: TBD
Speaker: Beth Norton with Norton Health Law

Join us as we celebrate Pride Month with a journey through the past 50 years of Pride Anthems. From Donna Summer and Queen to George Michael, Erasure, Madonna, Lady Gaga, and much more, these essential songs take us from disco to the present day.  The story of the fight for LGBTQ+ equality is linked to this music, which evokes the struggles, heartache, and liberation of queer lives then and now.

Pride Anthems creates a vibrant musical experience that celebrates, inspires and commemorates the legacy and power of the Stonewall Riots, and takes you on a musical and cultural journey through the past 50 years to today. Featuring Kevin Smith Kirkwood (Kinky Boots) and NYC cabaret-artist Amy Jo Jackson with musical direction by Brian J. Nash, Pride Anthems is a show for all ages to come together in song and celebration of where the LGBTQ+ community has come from and how far it has come since Stonewall!
 

Pride Anthems is produced in partnership with Pride Live.  A portion of the proceeds benefit Pride Live and the Stonewall National Monument Visitors Center (SNMVC), which will open in June 2024.  To learn more about Pride Live, please visit https://pridelive.org/

 

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh

Learn how to get the most out of Chamber membership! We'll help you plan the best opportunities for you and your organization. 

The Chamber is closed today in observance of Juneteenth.

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The Business Women’s Round Table (BWRT) was founded in 2004. Its purpose is to honor, engage and inspire each other so that we elevate women’s professional presence. By doing so, we drive business, economic and community development in the Charlottesville region.

Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN
Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson
Book by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey

The town of River City, Iowa will never be the same after the smooth talking traveling salesman Harold Hill convinces them a children’s band is the only way to save their town from the terrors of a pool hall. Little does Harold suspect that he will never be the same either after taking on this Iowa town and its librarian, Marian Paroo. A fun and boisterous romantic comedy ensues in a performance that is ideal for the whole family.

The Music Man is made possible by Charlottesville Opera’s Presenting Sponsor: The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. Additional support by Tessa Gowan Ader, whose gifts make possible the Ader Emerging Artist Program, training the next generation of great voices.

Conductor: Brian DeMaris
Stage Director: Kathleen Belcher
Producer/General Director: Leanne P. Clement
Artistic Director: Caroline Worra
Scenic Designer: Oscar Escobedo
Lighting and Projection Designer: Kris Kirkwood
Costume Designer: Glenn Avery Breed and Wardrobe Witchery
Wig and Makeup Designer: James P. McGough
Choreographer: Catherine Turner
Chorus Master/Assistant Conductor: Michael Slon
Stage Manager: David Jackson
Assistant Director: Alexia Christie
Orchestra Contractor: Jeannette Jang

The Music Man is presented by Charlottesville Opera, formerly Ash Lawn Opera, has been presenting opera and musical theater productions since 1978. Each summer, over 140 theater professionals, singers, orchestra musicians, directors, and designers gather in Charlottesville to produce two mainstage performances at The Paramount Theater in addition to concerts throughout the community in June and July.

Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN
Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson
Book by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey

The town of River City, Iowa will never be the same after the smooth talking traveling salesman Harold Hill convinces them a children’s band is the only way to save their town from the terrors of a pool hall. Little does Harold suspect that he will never be the same either after taking on this Iowa town and its librarian, Marian Paroo. A fun and boisterous romantic comedy ensues in a performance that is ideal for the whole family.

The Music Man is made possible by Charlottesville Opera’s Presenting Sponsor: The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. Additional support by Tessa Gowan Ader, whose gifts make possible the Ader Emerging Artist Program, training the next generation of great voices.

Conductor: Brian DeMaris
Stage Director: Kathleen Belcher
Producer/General Director: Leanne P. Clement
Artistic Director: Caroline Worra
Scenic Designer: Oscar Escobedo
Lighting and Projection Designer: Kris Kirkwood
Costume Designer: Glenn Avery Breed and Wardrobe Witchery
Wig and Makeup Designer: James P. McGough
Choreographer: Catherine Turner
Chorus Master/Assistant Conductor: Michael Slon
Stage Manager: David Jackson
Assistant Director: Alexia Christie
Orchestra Contractor: Jeannette Jang

The Music Man is presented by Charlottesville Opera, formerly Ash Lawn Opera, has been presenting opera and musical theater productions since 1978. Each summer, over 140 theater professionals, singers, orchestra musicians, directors, and designers gather in Charlottesville to produce two mainstage performances at The Paramount Theater in addition to concerts throughout the community in June and July.

Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN
Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson
Book by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey

The town of River City, Iowa will never be the same after the smooth talking traveling salesman Harold Hill convinces them a children’s band is the only way to save their town from the terrors of a pool hall. Little does Harold suspect that he will never be the same either after taking on this Iowa town and its librarian, Marian Paroo. A fun and boisterous romantic comedy ensues in a performance that is ideal for the whole family.

The Music Man is made possible by Charlottesville Opera’s Presenting Sponsor: The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. Additional support by Tessa Gowan Ader, whose gifts make possible the Ader Emerging Artist Program, training the next generation of great voices.

Conductor: Brian DeMaris
Stage Director: Kathleen Belcher
Producer/General Director: Leanne P. Clement
Artistic Director: Caroline Worra
Scenic Designer: Oscar Escobedo
Lighting and Projection Designer: Kris Kirkwood
Costume Designer: Glenn Avery Breed and Wardrobe Witchery
Wig and Makeup Designer: James P. McGough
Choreographer: Catherine Turner
Chorus Master/Assistant Conductor: Michael Slon
Stage Manager: David Jackson
Assistant Director: Alexia Christie
Orchestra Contractor: Jeannette Jang

The Music Man is presented by Charlottesville Opera, formerly Ash Lawn Opera, has been presenting opera and musical theater productions since 1978. Each summer, over 140 theater professionals, singers, orchestra musicians, directors, and designers gather in Charlottesville to produce two mainstage performances at The Paramount Theater in addition to concerts throughout the community in June and July.

Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN
Music and Lyrics by Meredith Willson
Book by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey

The town of River City, Iowa will never be the same after the smooth talking traveling salesman Harold Hill convinces them a children’s band is the only way to save their town from the terrors of a pool hall. Little does Harold suspect that he will never be the same either after taking on this Iowa town and its librarian, Marian Paroo. A fun and boisterous romantic comedy ensues in a performance that is ideal for the whole family.

The Music Man is made possible by Charlottesville Opera’s Presenting Sponsor: The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. Additional support by Tessa Gowan Ader, whose gifts make possible the Ader Emerging Artist Program, training the next generation of great voices.

Conductor: Brian DeMaris
Stage Director: Kathleen Belcher
Producer/General Director: Leanne P. Clement
Artistic Director: Caroline Worra
Scenic Designer: Oscar Escobedo
Lighting and Projection Designer: Kris Kirkwood
Costume Designer: Glenn Avery Breed and Wardrobe Witchery
Wig and Makeup Designer: James P. McGough
Choreographer: Catherine Turner
Chorus Master/Assistant Conductor: Michael Slon
Stage Manager: David Jackson
Assistant Director: Alexia Christie
Orchestra Contractor: Jeannette Jang

The Music Man is presented by Charlottesville Opera, formerly Ash Lawn Opera, has been presenting opera and musical theater productions since 1978. Each summer, over 140 theater professionals, singers, orchestra musicians, directors, and designers gather in Charlottesville to produce two mainstage performances at The Paramount Theater in addition to concerts throughout the community in June and July.

At the request of the artist, this event will be a phone-free experience. Use of cellphones, smart watches, smart accessories, cameras, or recording devices will not be permitted in the performance space. 

Upon arrival at the venue, all phones, smart watches, and accessories will be secured in Yondr pouches that will be opened at the end of the event. Guests maintain possession of their phones at all times, and can access their phones throughout the event at designated Phone Use Areas in the venue. All phones will be re-secured in Yondr pouches before returning to the event space.

Anyone seen using a phone during the performance will be escorted out of the venue. Guests are encouraged to bring a credit card for purchases inside the venue. We appreciate your cooperation in creating a phone-free viewing experience.”
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Pete Davidson is a celebrated stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer.

In 2023, Davidson starred in Peacock’s Bupkis, a semi-autobiographical comedy series he also co-created, co-wrote, and executive produced. He will begin production on season 2 later this year.

Davidson was a cast member on NBC’s Saturday Night Live from 2014-2022, where his singular “Weekend Update” features and original music videos garnered millions of views. He recently returned to Studio 8H to host the 49th season premiere of SNL, earning rave reviews.

Davidson shot his first one-hour stand-up special for Comedy Central in 2016 and was named one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30” the same year. In 2020, he released the stand-up special Pete Davidson: Alive From New York. Davidson was listed as one of Time’s “100 Most Influential People of 2022.” On January 9, 2024 he released his new Netflix Standup Special Pete Davidson: Turbo Fonzarelli and is currently out performing brand new material with the “Pete Davidson Prehab Tour.”

In 2020, Davidson co-wrote, executive produced, and starred in the critically acclaimed film The King of Staten Island. Additional film work includes Dumb Money, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Trainwreck, Big Time Adolescence, Set It Up, Meet Cute, and Bodies Bodies Bodies. Upcoming projects include The Home, Wizards!, and I Slept with Joey Ramone.

Four ticket limit per order. We reserve the right to cancel additional orders exceeding this event limit.

 

At the request of the artist, this event will be a phone-free experience. Use of cellphones, smart watches, smart accessories, cameras, or recording devices will not be permitted in the performance space. 

Upon arrival at the venue, all phones, smart watches, and accessories will be secured in Yondr pouches that will be opened at the end of the event. Guests maintain possession of their phones at all times, and can access their phones throughout the event at designated Phone Use Areas in the venue. All phones will be re-secured in Yondr pouches before returning to the event space.

Anyone seen using a phone during the performance will be escorted out of the venue. Guests are encouraged to bring a credit card for purchases inside the venue. We appreciate your cooperation in creating a phone-free viewing experience.”
More Information

 

Pete Davidson is a celebrated stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer.

In 2023, Davidson starred in Peacock’s Bupkis, a semi-autobiographical comedy series he also co-created, co-wrote, and executive produced. He will begin production on season 2 later this year.

Davidson was a cast member on NBC’s Saturday Night Live from 2014-2022, where his singular “Weekend Update” features and original music videos garnered millions of views. He recently returned to Studio 8H to host the 49th season premiere of SNL, earning rave reviews.

Davidson shot his first one-hour stand-up special for Comedy Central in 2016 and was named one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30” the same year. In 2020, he released the stand-up special Pete Davidson: Alive From New York. Davidson was listed as one of Time’s “100 Most Influential People of 2022.” On January 9, 2024 he released his new Netflix Standup Special Pete Davidson: Turbo Fonzarelli and is currently out performing brand new material with the “Pete Davidson Prehab Tour.”

In 2020, Davidson co-wrote, executive produced, and starred in the critically acclaimed film The King of Staten Island. Additional film work includes Dumb Money, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Trainwreck, Big Time Adolescence, Set It Up, Meet Cute, and Bodies Bodies Bodies. Upcoming projects include The Home, Wizards!, and I Slept with Joey Ramone.

Four ticket limit per order. We reserve the right to cancel additional orders exceeding this event limit.

 

Topic: Combatting Elder Financial Abuse
Speaker: Kim Volker and John Schwartz
 

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh

THE ELIXIR OF LOVE
Composed by Gaetano Donizetti
Libretto by Felice Romani
Based on Eugène Scribe’s libretto for Daniel Auber’s Le philtre (1831)
Reduced Orchestration by John Longstaff

Tenderhearted Nemorino is desperately in love with his lifelong friend, Adina. When a traveling salesman comes to town offering an elixir for every ailment, Nemorino approaches him for an Elixir of Love. The doctor presents a large bottle of cheap red wine, which Nemorino guzzles. Meanwhile, Adina is approached by the swaggering Sergeant Belcore, whose marriage proposal to Adina is interrupted by an emboldened Nemorino. The result? A rousing, fun, and romantic tale filled with beautiful melodies, joyous choruses, and lush vineyard vistas. Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
 

The Elixir of Love is made possible by Charlottesville Opera’s Presenting Sponsor: The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. Additional support by Tessa Gowan Ader, whose gifts make possible the Ader Emerging Artist Program, training the next generation of great voices.

Conductor: Brian DeMaris
Stage Director: Cara Consilvio
Producer/General Director: Leanne P. Clement
Artistic Director: Caroline Worra
Scenic Designer: Oscar Escobedo
Lighting and Projection Designer: Kris Kirkwood
Costume Designer: Glenn Avery Breed and Wardrobe Witchery
Wig and Makeup Designer: James P. McGough
Chorus Master/Assistant Conductor: Emily Baltzer
Stage Manager: David Jackson
Assistant Director: Alyssa Van Gorder
Orchestra Contractor: Jeannette Jang

The Elixir of Love is presented by Charlottesville Opera, formerly Ash Lawn Opera, presenting opera and musical theater productions since 1978. Each summer, over 140 theater professionals, singers, orchestra musicians, directors, and designers gather in Charlottesville to produce two mainstage performances at The Paramount Theater in addition to concerts throughout the community in June and July.

THE ELIXIR OF LOVE
Composed by Gaetano Donizetti
Libretto by Felice Romani
Based on Eugène Scribe’s libretto for Daniel Auber’s Le philtre (1831)
Reduced Orchestration by John Longstaff

Tenderhearted Nemorino is desperately in love with his lifelong friend, Adina. When a traveling salesman comes to town offering an elixir for every ailment, Nemorino approaches him for an Elixir of Love. The doctor presents a large bottle of cheap red wine, which Nemorino guzzles. Meanwhile, Adina is approached by the swaggering Sergeant Belcore, whose marriage proposal to Adina is interrupted by an emboldened Nemorino. The result? A rousing, fun, and romantic tale filled with beautiful melodies, joyous choruses, and lush vineyard vistas. Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
 

The Elixir of Love is made possible by Charlottesville Opera’s Presenting Sponsor: The Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. Additional support by Tessa Gowan Ader, whose gifts make possible the Ader Emerging Artist Program, training the next generation of great voices.

Conductor: Brian DeMaris
Stage Director: Cara Consilvio
Producer/General Director: Leanne P. Clement
Artistic Director: Caroline Worra
Scenic Designer: Oscar Escobedo
Lighting and Projection Designer: Kris Kirkwood
Costume Designer: Glenn Avery Breed and Wardrobe Witchery
Wig and Makeup Designer: James P. McGough
Chorus Master/Assistant Conductor: Emily Baltzer
Stage Manager: David Jackson
Assistant Director: Alyssa Van Gorder
Orchestra Contractor: Jeannette Jang

The Elixir of Love is presented by Charlottesville Opera, formerly Ash Lawn Opera, presenting opera and musical theater productions since 1978. Each summer, over 140 theater professionals, singers, orchestra musicians, directors, and designers gather in Charlottesville to produce two mainstage performances at The Paramount Theater in addition to concerts throughout the community in June and July.

“Be Our Guest” as over 80 students from DMR Adventures bring Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR to the stage – an enchanting adaptation of the award-winning film and stage play that explores love, redemption, and the discovery that true beauty lies within.

DMR Adventures proudly presents an enchanting musical adventure with Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR, a captivating production that brings together a talented cast of young performers. Experience the timeless tale of love, courage, and the true beauty that lies within, as we follow Belle, an intelligent and spirited young woman, and the Beast, a prince cursed to live under a spell. Together, they embark on a transformative journey to break the spell before it’s too late.

Immerse yourself in the magical world of Belle and the Beast, Gaston, the villagers, and enchanted objects, set to the backdrop of unforgettable songs, including the show-stopping “Be Our Guest.” With its memorable melodies, spectacular choreography, and a story that has enchanted millions, Beauty and the Beast JR promises a spellbinding theatrical event for audiences of all ages. Prepare to be transported to a realm of wonder and enchantment. Beauty and the Beast JR is not just a musical; it’s an unforgettable experience that celebrates the power of empathy, the importance of inner beauty, and the magic of love. Secure your tickets today to see this talented cast of over 80 young performers and be part of the magic that will unfold before your very eyes.

DMR Adventures is also excited to produce their annual BROADWAY AT THE PARAMOUNT, featuring Broadway and regional performers and over 100 students from DMR Adventures, which will take place on May 18, 2024 at The Paramount Theater. Tickets and more information can be found here.

“Be Our Guest” as over 80 students from DMR Adventures bring Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR to the stage – an enchanting adaptation of the award-winning film and stage play that explores love, redemption, and the discovery that true beauty lies within.

DMR Adventures proudly presents an enchanting musical adventure with Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR, a captivating production that brings together a talented cast of young performers. Experience the timeless tale of love, courage, and the true beauty that lies within, as we follow Belle, an intelligent and spirited young woman, and the Beast, a prince cursed to live under a spell. Together, they embark on a transformative journey to break the spell before it’s too late.

Immerse yourself in the magical world of Belle and the Beast, Gaston, the villagers, and enchanted objects, set to the backdrop of unforgettable songs, including the show-stopping “Be Our Guest.” With its memorable melodies, spectacular choreography, and a story that has enchanted millions, Beauty and the Beast JR promises a spellbinding theatrical event for audiences of all ages. Prepare to be transported to a realm of wonder and enchantment. Beauty and the Beast JR is not just a musical; it’s an unforgettable experience that celebrates the power of empathy, the importance of inner beauty, and the magic of love. Secure your tickets today to see this talented cast of over 80 young performers and be part of the magic that will unfold before your very eyes.

DMR Adventures is also excited to produce their annual BROADWAY AT THE PARAMOUNT, featuring Broadway and regional performers and over 100 students from DMR Adventures, which will take place on May 18, 2024 at The Paramount Theater. Tickets and more information can be found here.

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh

more information forthcoming

Couples Therapy is a theatrical show unlike any others. It’s a unique and clever combination of theatre, stand-up comedy, and improv that is as funny as it is insightful. Audiences go on a hilarious and interactive ride as a pair of married relationship experts attempt to help couples with their relationships, but as the show wears on, we see that they have more problems than their patients!

And fear not guys, this is not one of those beat down sessions on men. Instead, we equally explore, appreciate, and laugh at the differences between men and women. Couples Therapy offers endless humor packed with practical relationship advice rooted in science and psychology (we really did our homework!) So strap in, as we don’t just break the fourth wall, we smash right through it!

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh

Critics, fans, and fellow comedians agree: Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country with Vanity Fair calling Brian, “The funniest stand-up alive,” and Entertainment Weekly calling him, “Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.” Having built his 30-plus year career on the strength of his material alone, Brian’s non-stop theater tour continuously fills the most beautiful venues across North America, visiting close to 100 cities each year.

Brian co-stars in three seasons of Peter Farrelly’s TV series, Loudermilk, which moved to Netflix on January 1, 2024, ranking in the Top 10 TV Shows on Netflix for over a month. Farrelly personally cast Brian in the series alongside Ron Livingston, Anja Savcic, Will Sasso, and Mat Fraser. Brian received praise for his portrayal of “Mugsy,” a recovering addict who is estranged from his family. The series’ first two seasons aired on AT&T’s Audience Network before moving to Amazon Prime to premiere the third season.

On February 23, 2021, Brian premiered his second Netflix stand-up special, Brian Regan: On The Rocks, which was shot at Tuachan Center for the Arts, an outdoor amphitheater in Utah. Brian’s first Netflix special, Brian Regan: Nunchucks And Flamethrowers, premiered to rave reviews on November 21, 2017, and is also available as a vinyl album.

A regular on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Brian is the rare guest who the show invites on for two segments: a performance segment and a segment on the couch to chat with Jimmy. Previously, Brian was a regular guest on The Late Show with David Letterman, making 28 appearances on the CBS show.

Brian made a scene-stealing cameo in Chris Rock’s film, Top Five, and he is a guest on two episodes of Seinfeld’s Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, which is now streaming on Netflix.

Brian has eight hour-long comedy releases:
Brian Regan: On The Rocks (2021) – Premiered on Netflix on February 23, 2021
Brian Regan: Nunchucks and Flamethrowers (2017) – Available on Netflix
Brian Regan: Live From Radio City Music Hall (2015) – Broadcast live on Comedy Central, now available on CD & DVD and as a video or audio download
All By Myself (2010) only available as a CD or download only through his website
The Epitome of Hyperbole (2008) – Premiered on Comedy Central, now available on DVD
Brian Regan Standing Up (2007) – Premiered on Comedy Central, now available on DVD
I Walked on the Moon (2004) – Available on DVD or as an audio or video download only through his website
Brian Regan Live (1997) – Available on CD

For more visit Brian’s website and follow Brian on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh

STAND CLEAR…Nurse Blake hits the road again with his NEW COMEDY TOUR, “SHOCK ADVISED!” Bring out your friends, family, and coworkers for an EPIC night as Nurse Blake shares new stories with a comedic twist of the ins and outs of being a nurse. Healthcare workers are going to pack the theaters, so it’s sure to be the safest place and most fun place to be! Don’t miss out and bring an AED cause this is going to get WILD!

About Nurse Blake
Nurse Blake is a nurse, creator, advocate, touring comedian, viral sensation, and so much more. From nursing school to the bedsides of patients, Nurse Blake uses his unique experiences for a fun-filled comedy event that celebrates the hard work of healthcare providers. He is truly a one-of-a-kind entertainer with a career pivot not even he could have expected!

Nurse Blake began creating Facebook videos as a way to de-stress and share his nursing experience in a comedic way. Hailed “a genuine phenomenon” by The New York Times, Blake Lynch as @NurseBlake went viral and connected nurses and nursing students together from around the world, currently entertaining nearly 4M followers on social media. Fans worldwide know Nurse Blake from his viral videos, and now he takes his comedy to the stages around the world, bringing nurses together through his humor and inspiration. In 2023, Nurse Blake decided to embark on a new 100 city tour, Shock Advised Comedy Tour, across North America featuring live skits, videos, and interactive stories drawn from his real life. This tour follows his 2022 PTO Comedy Tour which started in 14 cities and grew to 55 due to demand— and sold out every venue!

For more information on Nurse Blake’s endeavors and his current tour schedule, please visit https://www.nurseblake.com/pages/about.

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Bored Teachers are BACK with all new material on their “The Struggle is Real!” Comedy Tour. For years, Bored Teachers Studios has brought a sense of humor to teachers around the world to ease their daily struggle in the classroom. They’ve amassed over a billion views of their viral videos on social media and have over 10 million followers. They have the #1 ranked teacher-comedy podcast, which is also #6 of all Stand-Up Comedy shows on Apple Podcasts. Since 2022, Bored Teachers has been selling out comedy clubs and major theatres across 49 states, bringing laughter to over 150,000 teachers throughout the school year and has become the main event to attend in all of the teacher world. Even non-teacher fans have reviewed it as one of the funniest stand-up shows they’ve ever seen! The Bored Teachers Show is a comedy powerhouse that anyone who’s ever been in a classroom can relate to.

Please note that PG-13 language is used during some sets.

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh

Coffee Networking with the Rising Professionals will be an opportunity to consistently get together and network in a less formal setting. If you’re looking to meet in a small group and start getting to know some of the familiar faces from our other events, this is the time for you!

Hosted by Emily Rosenberger and Kirsten Ashbaugh