We tip our hats to the incredible generosity of our community. From feathered fascinators to mint juleps, our Annual Fundraising Gala was full of flair! Thank you to everyone who made this fundraising gala a photo finish success.
It's Christmas in July! Join our Mistletoe Market
π Christmas in July Mistletoe Market
Presented by Virginia Stage Company
July 20, 2025 at the historic Wells Theatre
11am-5pm
Step into a world of mid-summer magic at our Christmas in July Mistletoe Marketβa festive, family-friendly celebration of local creativity and community spirit!
Join us inside the beautifully historic Wells Theatre, downtown Norfolkβs hidden gem, where holiday cheer comes early. This unique market showcases an incredible lineup of local artists, artisans, and crafters offering handmade treasures perfect for giftingβor keeping for yourself.
β¨ What to Expect:
ποΈ Handmade goods from talented local vendors
πΉ Concessions bar with seasonal treats
π Guided tours of the historic Wells Theatre
π¨ Fun and festive kidsβ activities
VENDORS:
Costumez by Meg
Meg Murray is Virginia Stage Company's costume shop manager, surrounded by sewing machines, fabric, and creativity. She spends the off-season in her sewing room surrounded by sewing machines, fabric, and creativityβ¦
Crystal Liora Designs
A collection of eye-catching, one-of-a-kind fluid art paintings and jewelry, and more.
@crystalliora / Facebook, Instagram
Ryan Clemens Art
Animal Portraits for sale! Dumb jokes for free!
@raclemens / Facebook, Instagram
LA NEIGE HOME DΓCOR
One-of-a-kind coastal themed art and home decor
Robert LaNeige / Facebook
Tinseltown 757
Welcome to Tinseltown 757! We have sparkly fairy hair services in addition to cute handmade hair accessories to adorn your new sparkly look, lovable crochet critters (every fairy needs a sidekick!), unique 3D printed fidgets, and sparkly freckle face tattoos. Itβs a total vibe in Tinseltown. π
@Tinseltown757 / Facebook, Instagram
Noonday Collection
Noonday Collection is a people first lifestyle brand that collaborates with artisans in underserved communities to create our selection of soulful goods one handcrafted piece at a time. Our purpose is to build a flourishing world where women are empowered, children are cherished, people have jobs, and we are all connected.
@noonday_va_wallisq / Instagram
Our Auntie's Place
Vintage homegoods and jewelry for the home.
@OurAuntiesPlace / Facebook, Instagram
Charmingand2cute
Home based crafter for more than 20 years. My crafts are a labor of love!
@charmingand2cute / Facebook
Family in Focus with Wendy Schofer, MD
Family in Focus with Wendy Schofer, MD is the premier social-emotional skills development program for families, with a magical way of improving relationships, connection and health (including eating disorder prevention) for family members of all ages. Get your All Feelings are Welcome Games and join feel - Connect - GROW to give yourself the gift of family emotional health.
@wendyschofermd / Facebook, Instagram
Mirror of Hope Foundation
Mirror of Hope Foundation is a nonprofit that promotes education and womenβs empowerment in Africa and the US. We have hand crafted goods from Kenya and Ethiopia with all of the profits going directly to help support our programs.
@Mirror of Hope Foundation US / Facebook
Mr Rogers Windows
We help homeowners improve their quality of life in their homes by offering custom windows and doors they can upgrade to!
Hooksandanchors crochet
Handmade mini military covers by a disabled vet
Upcycled Oddities of Virginia
Turning everyday items into extraordinary art. Teapot birdhouses, concrete mushrooms, cookie cutter windchimes.
@UpcycledOdditiesVA / Facebook
Whether youβre shopping early for the holidays or just looking for a joyful afternoon out, the Mistletoe Market is your one-stop destination for creativity, charm, and a little bit of Christmas magic in July.
Interested in Becoming a Vendor?
EVERY BRILLIANT THING, a Part of the Norfolk Theatre Festival
EVERY BRILLIANT THING
June 8, 2025 at 7:30
Norfolk State University Brown Hall Main Theatre
Every Brilliant Thing is an immersive storytelling experience that blends comedy, improv, and audience interaction. It tells the story of someone growing up in the shadow of their mother's struggle with suicidal depression while learning to grapple with their own journey.
Every Brilliant Thing provides a life-affirming jolt of humanism, reminding us that hope comes from the miracles of lifeβs minutiae. Seating is performed on the NSU Theatre stage for an up-close and intimate evening.
This performance is free, though we do recommend you RSVP to ensure your seat.
CAST:
Candunn Jennette (Candunn) is elated to embark on another journey with the Virginia Stage Company. Between touring the country with the World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters, she has nestled into several creative ventures such as writing, but most importantly, being immersed in performance as a true lover of the arts. Some of her works include Regional: Comedy of Errors (Duke/Adriana/Kim Karcourtesan), Beneath the Surface (Dr. Alexander), (Virginia Stage Company) Miss Understood (Nia), Zeiders American Dream Theatre University: Funny House of a Negro (Sarah), The Colored Museum (Lala Lamazing Grace), The Wiz (Church Lady/Ensemble), The Amen Corner (Margret/Odessa), Black Nativity (Ensemble), The Color Purple (Ensemble), Fences (Rose), For Colored Girls Who Considered Suicide (Lady in Green), Anna Alone (Anna) (Norfolk State University) Other Credits: Spread Game World Tour (GranβMama/Dr. Broke Ankles) (Harlem Globetrotters Inc.) Education: Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Theatre Arts with an emphasis in Performance from Norfolk State University.
Every Brilliant Thing is directed by Tom Quaintance. Lighting Design by Joseph (Joey) Muller.
Scott Wichmann: MISTER SHOWTIME, Part of the Norfolk Theatre Festival
SCOTT WICHMANN: MISTER SHOWTIME
June 21, 2025 at 7:30
Virginia Art Festivalβs Robin Hixon Theatre
Blending the best of the Rat Pack, Bobby Darin, Tony Bennett, Mel Torme and more, Scott Wichmann is Mister Showtime, bringing back the style and flair of a bygone era with his signature charisma.
Backed by a tight trio led by Musical Director Ryan Corbitt, Mister Showtime is a great night out for both the young and the young at heart!
βHe's got a voice like a million bucks and, more importantly, a sharp and sassy stage presence.β
~STYLE Weekly
βScott Wichmann is a Force of Nature.β
~The Richmond Times-Dispatch
