Join us on Friday, November 7 at 6:30 PM for Hot Tea & Hot Takes, a delightfully cheeky pre-show event hosted in partnership with Southern Virginia Tea Company. Enjoy complimentary tea and light refreshments with your fellow Austen admirers before settling in for the eveningβs performance of Emma.
Jingle and Mingle at the Wells: Ella Fitzgerald Christmas
EMMA's First Day of Rehearsal... Mischief Begins!
Press Play, Miss Woodhouse | EMMA
Introducing Ask Emma β Your Regency Matchmaker with a Modern Twist
Every Brilliant Thing: The Tour at The Elizabeth River Trail at Pagoda Ice Cream
Join us for Every Brilliant Thing: The Tour at The Elizabeth River Trail at Pagoda Ice Cream
Bring a lawn chair and meet us on the βGreen Spaceβ adjacent to Pagoda Ice Cream
This unforgettable one-person show invites the audience into a heartwarming story about finding joy in lifeβs smallest moments.
Free to attend β click the ticket link to reserve your spot!
Thanks to our partners at Sentara for helping bring this powerful performance to our community.
The Music of The Beatles, Reimagined with The Tidewater Classical Guitar Orchestra
The Music of The Beatles, Reimagined with The Tidewater Classical Guitar Orchestra
For one special night, the classic songs of The Beatles will be played by 16 guitars on the Wells Theatreβs main stage. From βYesterdayβ to βLet It Be,β enjoy the timeless melodies of Lennon and McCartney in a whole new way.
The Tidewater Classical Guitar Orchestra, known for its dynamic performances, brings a blast of Beatlemania to the Wells Theatre. Fans of all ages are invited to gather, listen, and celebrate the music that has inspired generations.
Come Together for an evening of joy, nostalgia, and unforgettable sound.
Tickets are $20 for General Admission in the Orchestra
The box seats can be reserved for $100.
Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:30 PM
EMMA Meets Halloween: A Costume Contest at the Wells Theatre
This Halloween night, join us at the Wells Theatre for a truly spirited eveningβKate Hamillβs witty, playful adaptation of Emma paired with a festive costume contest!
Audiences are invited to arrive in costume and show off their creativity. Weβll have prizes in two categories:
Best Halloween Costume β spooky, silly, or spectacular, itβs up to you!
Best Regency Costume β step into Jane Austenβs world with gowns, waistcoats, bonnets, and boots fit for Highbury society.
Whether you come dressed as a ghost, a ghoul, or a guest at a Regency ball, youβll enjoy a night where Austenβs matchmaking mischief collides with Halloween fun. Expect laughter, romance, and more than a few surprises on stageβplus the chance to win bragging rights and a prize!
Get your tickets now and make this Halloween one to remember at the Wells Theatre.