Holiday Shows in Downtown Norfolk
The holidays are a magical time filled with lights, artisan markets, extra sweets, and, of course, wonderful holiday shows. Whether you are looking for family-friendly fun, traditional music, or something out of the norm, are some of the best shows coming Downtown Norfolk for the rest of the season.
A Christmas Carol
When: November 29-December 22; Times vary.
Where: Wells Theatre
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A Christmas Carol is Virginia Stage Company's most popular production — and for good reason. This timeless play is filled with music, incredible costumes, and tells the classic tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge and his ghostly visitors in a way that will delight both young and old.
Hamilton
When: Dec. 10-29; Times vary.
Where: Chrysler Hall
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The show that we can't stop talking about comes to Downtown Norfolk this holiday season — and tickets are still available! You'll want to be in the room where it happens this holiday season.
The Santaland Diaries
When: December 12-21; Times vary.
Where: Wells Theatre
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Based on the memoir of award-winning comedic author David Sedaris, this one-man show recounts his days as a struggling writer working to make ends meet as one Santa’s Elves at Macy’s Department Store. For mature elves only.
Hurrah for the Holidays
When: Friday, Dec. 13 @ 7pm; Dec. 14-15 @ 2pm
Where: TCC Roper Performing Arts Center
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The high-energy spectacle, Hurrah for the Holidays, returns to the TCC Roper Performing Arts Center. Featuring kick-line dancers, your favorite holiday music, and even a dancing 6 foot tall snowman, this show is fun for the whole family!
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 @ 7pm
Where: TCC Roper Performing Arts Center
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Based on the popular book by Barbara Robinson, this funny, heartwarming, and mildly irreverent story tells what happens when a church play is hijacked by six of the "absolute worst kids in the history of the world." The show is also presented alongside Happy Hannukah, My Friend, a short program celebrating the Festival of Lights.
Holiday POPS!
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 @ 8pm
Where: Harrison Opera House
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A Norfolk tradition, enjoy seasonal songs and traditional carols delivered in full sound and spectacle by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus, and special guests.
Swan Lake
When: Tuesday, Dec. 17 @ 7:30pm
Where: Harrison Opera House
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The National Ballet Theatre of Odessa, Ukraine visits Downtown Norfolk for this amazing full-scale production of the classic Swan Lake, set to the beautiful music of Tchaikovsky.
Vienna Boys Choir
When: Friday, Dec. 20 @ 7:30pm
Where: Harrison Opera House
Get into the spirit of the season with the celestial voices of the young and gifted members of the Vienna Boys' Choir as they sing from a wide-ranging repertoire spanning centuries.
Handel’s Messiah
When: Saturday, Dec. 21 @ 8pm
Where: Harrison Opera House
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The time-honored Christmas tradition of Handel's Messiah returns to Downtown Norfolk just in time for Christmas, featuring the infamous "Hallelujah" Chorus, which is sure to bring you to your feet.
