Community Calendar

Dec 18 Friday

Richmond Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

Dominion Energy Center

$29-$147

02:00 PM - 03:00 PM, every day through Dec 23, 2026.

The Nutcracker
December 5-23, 2026 
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

Choreography and Original Direction by Stoner Winslett
Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Step into a world of enchantment where holiday dreams come to life. 

Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker returns to delight audiences of all ages with stunning choreography, lavish sets and costumes, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score played live by the Richmond Symphony. Join Clara on her magical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets in this cherished annual tradition. 

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 5 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 6 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 11 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 12 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 13 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 19 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 20 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 21 – 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Wednesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM

Tickets start at $33.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 10:00am-5:00pm.
*this price includes facility and online convenience fees

The runtime for this performance is approximately 2 hours including one 20 minute intermission.

Please note: Strobe lighting and smoke effects are used in the production.

Richmond Ballet does not offer separate pricing for children. Each guest age 2 and up must have a ticket. Ticket prices are subject to change based on availability.

Dec 18 Friday

James & Joel – Featuring Clay Mottley

The Music Hall

15-18

08:00 PM - 10:00 PM on Fri, 18 Dec 2026

James & Joel – Featuring Clay Mottley
The Songs & Stories of James Taylor and Billy Joel
“James & Joel” is a show like no other. Imagine if James Taylor and Billy Joel shared the bill on one stage, and told the stories behind their great songs; that’s “James & Joel”. Featuring Clay Mottley on vocals, guitar and piano, “James & Joel” takes the listener through not only all the most beloved hits by both legends, but also stories from the studio, how the songs were created, and other fascinating bits of trivia about the songs we love so much. If that weren’t enough, Mottley also dives deep into the catalogs and pulls songs that perhaps fans haven’t heard before. Mottley perfectly captures the unique finger-style guitar playing that is sure to make JT proud, and a voice that doesn’t mimic the songwriter, but shares the emotion and nuance. It’s not an imitation, but something new that sounds so familiar. When Clay moves to piano, it’s just as honest a performance. His skills on piano showcase an authentic treatment of Joel’s repertoire, but with a feeling that these songs were brand new. And somehow, Mottley’s voice can carry the power of Joel’s anthems and ballads with honesty and authenticity.

Dec 19 Saturday