Paul Deiss News

Virginia Repertory Theatre revealed the new titles for the 2014/15 Season with a public announcement at the November Theatre last evening. The announcement marks Bruce Miller and Phil Whiteway's 40th season as Artistic Director and Managing Director. Miller reflects on this milestone, "I'm proud to be announcing my 40th season as Artistic Director. The 18 shows that comprise Virginia Rep's 2014/15 roster include several of my favorite comedies, dramas and musicals. Whether a renowned classic or an exciting new release, each selection will take us on a breathtaking journey. I can't wait to discover with our audience the adventures that lie ahead."

The Lively Arts Series at Suffolk County Community College will present Shoemaker and the Christmas Elves in the Van Nostrand Theatre on the Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood today, December 15, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

The Lively Arts Series at Suffolk County Community College will present Shoemaker and the Christmas Elves in the Van Nostrand Theatre on the Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Theatre IV's production of "The Shoemaker and the Christmas Elves" will be presented at The Alden in McLean, as part of its McLean Kids Performance Series, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14. Tickets are $15, $10 for McLean tax district residents. The theatre is located at 1234 Ingleside Avenue, inside the McLean Community Center.

The Amazing GaliNewtoVinci Show: Devotion to the Notion of Motion by Tom Width and Paul Deiss, will play Swift Creek Mill Theatre from today, February 4 to March 1, 2013. Performances will run at 10:15 AM and 12:00 Noon.

Swift Creek Mill Theatre presents The Sunshine Boys by Neil Simon, now through March 2, 2013. Get a first look at the production in the photos below!

Swift Creek Mill Theatre will present The Sunshine Boys by Neil Simon, tonight, January 24 through March 2, 2013.

Virginia Rep's Children's Theatre of Virginia kicks off 2013 with The Magic Flute today, January 18 at Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond, Virginia. The show is part of the Acts of Faith Theatre Festival and will run through February 10, 2013. Fairy tale magic hangs in the air when the mysterious Queen of the Night sends young Prince Tamino - armed only with a golden flute and a feathered friend - to rescue her lovely daughter. The Prince soon learns that nothing is as it seems and he must pass many tests before he and his beloved Princess can live happily ever after. Inspired by Mozart's masterpiece, the musical imparts a poignant message of tolerance as it weaves a web of make-believe and music.

The Amazing GaliNewtoVinci Show: Devotion to the Notion of Motion by Tom Width and Paul Deiss, will play Swift Creek Mill Theatre from February 4 to March 1, 2013. Performances will run at 10:15 AM and 12:00 Noon. Tickets are $9.75/$8.75 group rate. Grades 1 - 6 (approx. 45 mins.).

Swift Creek Mill Theatre will present The Sunshine Boys by Neil Simon, January 24 through March 2, 2013.

Virginia Rep's Children's Theatre of Virginia kicks off 2013 with The Magic Flute on Friday, January 18 at Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond, Virginia. The show is part of the Acts of Faith Theatre Festival and will run through February 10, 2013. Fairy tale magic hangs in the air when the mysterious Queen of the Night sends young Prince Tamino - armed only with a golden flute and a feathered friend - to rescue her lovely daughter. The Prince soon learns that nothing is as it seems and he must pass many tests before he and his beloved Princess can live happily ever after. Inspired by Mozart's masterpiece, the musical imparts a poignant message of tolerance as it weaves a web of make-believe and music.

Barksdale Theatre and Theatre IV announce that the two nonprofit theaters will formally merge effective July 1, 2012 under a new name - Virginia Repertory Theatre (Virginia Rep). With a budget exceeding $5 million, four distinct venues, and an annual audience over 550,000, Virginia Rep will become the largest professional theater and one of the largest performing arts organizations in Central Virginia along with the Richmond Ballet, Richmond Symphony, and the Virginia Opera. Barksdale and Theatre IV celebrated the announcement and the unveiling of the new Virginia Rep sign today, May 20, at the November Theatre (formerly the Empire Theatre) at 114 West Broad Street at 4:00 p.m. after the closing of Seussical, thelast mainstage children's production under the Theatre IV name. Virginia Rep will transition into the new organization between now and July 1.

The 39 STEPS opened this week at the Swift Creek Mill Theatre. The production, directed by Tom Width, runs through March 3rd.

The 39 STEPS will open this week at the Swift Creek Mill Theatre. The production, directed by Tom Width, runs from January 26th through March 3rd.

AUDITIONS for "Once On This Island" by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty SWIFT CREEK MILL THEATRE held Sunday, November 7 th , 7 P.M.

AUDITIONS for "Once On This Island" by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty SWIFT CREEK MILL THEATRE held Sunday, November 7 th , 7 P.M.

Swift Mill Creek Theatre presents Moon Over Buffalo by Ken Ludwig. Hilarious misunderstandings pile on madcap misadventures in this valentine to theatre hams everywhere. A backstage farce of gigantic proportions.

Greetings by Tom Dudzick Andy is on his way home to his Catholic family for Christmas -and he's bringing along his atheist Jewish fiancé!