Community Calendar

About the Artist:
Marcus D. Wiley is a premiere entertainer whose class of comedy surpasses the status quo. The charismatic comedian’s style of delivery is captivating, funny and knowledgeable. He provides lots of laughter along with a guaranteed message on being a better you. His motto for his brand of comedy is “Laughter is good, but the Message is better!” Wooing the masses, Marcus’ widespread appeal is contemporary enough to entice the fashion-savvy and culturally conscious Generation Xs, Ys, and Zs, but traditional
enough to melt the matriarch’s heart as he recounts Mama’s mandates.
A three-time college graduate with an Associates Degree in Fine Art Theatre, Bachelor’s Degree in Radio/TV Film and Master’s Degree in Communications, Marcus is also a published author. His book Hustle & Faith remains a top- selling piece of literature and excerpts from the book are often quoted from the pulpit to the streets. His motto as an author is “God will honor your faith and reward your hustle.” Yolanda Adams refers to him as a comedic genius, radio mogul Cathy Hughes has called him a modern-day Dick Gregory and Chase and Charli only see him as dad. He has been married to Erica for 26 years.

Ticket Policy:
The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive and enter the showroom together.
Seating ends 30 minutes after the show begins and entry for late arrivals is not guaranteed.
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.

America’s LARGEST interactive true crime mystery dinner show is now playing in Richmond, VA!

At The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show, you’ll tackle a challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The criminal is lurking somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

Each admission includes our fantastic dinner, mystery entertainment, wait staff gratuity, prize package for Top Sleuth, and much more!

Sara Beck’s music has carried her far from her hometown of Ellicott City, Maryland – to arenas, theaters, and clubs all over the world. As a songwriter, Beck draws from the same roots-folk tradition as Patty Griffin, Emmylou Harris, and Brandi Carlile, with a straightforward approach to storytelling and a melodic focus that evokes early Joni Mitchell. Sonically, she and her co-producer Park Chisolm (Kevin Costner & Modern West) favor ambient, atmospheric soundscapes centered on Beck’s guitar-playing and close harmony between the two seasoned performers, who are also married and have been making music together for over twenty years.

Beck’s musical output spans two decades, with highlights including singing the theme song for Kevin Costner’s Emmy-winning mini-series, Hatfields & McCoys, and multiple appearances with legendary artist Stevie Wonder. In 2023, she released a classic country trio album in collaboration with Nashville-based artists Lauren Lucas and Kimberly Quinn (Lo-Fi Dolly). After spending twenty years based in Nashville as well, Beck relocated to Lynchburg in 2018, where in addition to writing, recording, and performing, she is also an associate professor of Psychology at Randolph College. She released her most recent recording, Letters from Granada, in the fall of 2024.

For her holiday show on December 12th at The Music Hall, Sara will be welcoming several special guests to join her in performing both original and familiar tunes to greet the season.

It’s back! Highland and the Virginia Cooperative Extension invite you to Holly Days at Highland, a morning of children’s crafts and holiday cheer on December 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Participants will enjoy warm beverages and a festive, family-oriented atmosphere. At this holiday-themed event, participants are invited to learn about native Virginia plants while creating a holiday craft with the Piedmont Master Gardeners, enjoy holiday reading and coloring activities, and more!

Admission for adults and children is $6 per person. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

This 90-minute, family-friendly workshop is designed to be both fun and educational, with participants learning interesting facts about architecture and how it shapes the landscape around them.

Participants will work together to create a sprawling miniature city skyline, showcasing the overlap between LEGO® products, play, and architecture. The workshop will also provide participants with amazing tips and tricks for building with LEGO bricks, and is suitable for all skill levels. After the program, participants are encouraged to head upstairs and view VMHC's signature VA250th exhibition, Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation.

The workshop will be taught by Ben Edlavitch, a season 4 competitor on Fox's LEGO Masters competition show. Edlavitch is a student at the University of Virginia studying community-focused architecture. His passion for the subject stems from a lifelong love of LEGO bricks and play. Edlavitch approaches architecture with the same playful logic he learned from building with LEGO bricks: that you can take anything apart and put it back together again in a way that makes it better. Edlavitch believes that creating a connection between imaginative play and architecture is essential and can help bring the profession into the present day. He feels that play allows people to explore ideas freely, without judgment, and can open opportunities for creativity and discovery.

Important Notes:

Participants do not need to supply their own LEGO® bricks
Participants will not take home the built model after the workshop.

This program is being offered at 4 different times, but the workshop is the same. December 13 from 10:30am - 12:00pm
December 13 from 1:30pm - 3:00pm
December 20 from 10:30am - 12:00pm
December 20 from 1:30pm - 3:00pm

LEGO® programs are very popular and tickets are limited. Tickets go on sale November 1.
Pricing:

VMHC Member Adult – $17
VMHC Member Youth – $10
Nonmember Adult – $25
Nonmember Youth – $18

This December, journey into a world of sugar-spun dreams and enchantment with Charlottesville Ballet’s The Nutcracker—a dazzling 90-minute production that blends holiday tradition with sparkling new magic, presented by Blue Ridge Bank.
Follow young Clara as the Nutcracker leads her through an epic battle with the Mouse King and into the swirling Land of Snowflakes inspired by Massanutten Resort and the radiant Land of Sweets. From leaping candy canes to graceful flowers and the iconic Sugar Plum Fairy, each scene sparkles with wonder and delight.
Featuring over 250 community performers and professional dancers from Charlottesville Ballet’s company this heartwarming ballet is perfect for all ages—whether it’s your first Nutcracker or your fiftieth. Select performances feature live orchestral accompaniment by members of the Charlottesville Symphony conducted by Benjamin Rous, and sensory-friendly options designed for families with young children or individuals with disabilities.
After select performances, don’t miss our beloved “Class with Clara” event—a magical opportunity for children ages 3-10 to step on stage, take a mini ballet class, meet the characters, and pose for photos with Clara and her friends.
December 7 & 23 - Sensory-Friendly Show
Nutcracker Sweets is a 45-minute abridged version of Act II, thoughtfully designed for individuals with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities. This sensory-friendly experience features a narrated introduction with ASL interpretation, recorded music, adjusted lighting and sound, and a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere. A designated quiet area will be available throughout the show.
Nutcracker Performances & Special Events:
Charlottesville – Dec 6 & 7, 13 & 14 (with Charlottesville Symphony), & 22
Nutcracker Sweets - Dec 7 & 23

The Nutcracker
with Richmond Symphony at Dominion Energy Center

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

Experience the magic of Richmond Ballet’s beloved production of The Nutcracker. Set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score and accompanied by the Richmond Symphony, this festive holiday tradition captures the wonder of the winter season.

Dates & Times
Saturday, December 6 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 7 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Friday, December 12 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 13 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 14 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Thursday, December 18 – 7:00 PM
Friday, December 19 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 20 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 21 – 1:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Monday, December 22 – 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 23 – 1:00 PM

Tickets start at $31.60*. Visit etix.com or call the Richmond Ballet Box Office at 804.344.0906 x224 open M-F from 11:00am-6:00pm.
*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.

Visit the vault!

Join staff on a short tour of the VMHC's rare book and manuscript vault to see some of the collection's most unique books, documents, and artifacts from across five centuries of Virginia history. In addition to viewing these treasures, guests will learn about the VMHC's library collection and the library's role in facilitating pioneering research into Virginia history.

This tour gives special access to an area of the museum off limits to daily admission and library visitors.

IMPORTANT INFO:

This is an add-on program. You must purchase Daily Admission to the museum in order to take this tour.

Happens on the following Dates:
Sep 13, 2025, 3:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Sep 27, 2025, 3:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Oct 25, 2025, 3:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Nov 22, 2025, 3:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Dec 6, 2025, 3:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Dec 20, 2025, 3:00pm to 3:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

This December, journey into a world of sugar-spun dreams and enchantment with Charlottesville Ballet’s The Nutcracker—a dazzling 90-minute production that blends holiday tradition with sparkling new magic, presented by Blue Ridge Bank.
Follow young Clara as the Nutcracker leads her through an epic battle with the Mouse King and into the swirling Land of Snowflakes inspired by Massanutten Resort and the radiant Land of Sweets. From leaping candy canes to graceful flowers and the iconic Sugar Plum Fairy, each scene sparkles with wonder and delight.
Featuring over 250 community performers and professional dancers from Charlottesville Ballet’s company this heartwarming ballet is perfect for all ages—whether it’s your first Nutcracker or your fiftieth. Select performances feature live orchestral accompaniment by members of the Charlottesville Symphony conducted by Benjamin Rous, and sensory-friendly options designed for families with young children or individuals with disabilities.
After select performances, don’t miss our beloved “Class with Clara” event—a magical opportunity for children ages 3-10 to step on stage, take a mini ballet class, meet the characters, and pose for photos with Clara and her friends.
December 7 & 23 - Sensory-Friendly Show
Nutcracker Sweets is a 45-minute abridged version of Act II, thoughtfully designed for individuals with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities. This sensory-friendly experience features a narrated introduction with ASL interpretation, recorded music, adjusted lighting and sound, and a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere. A designated quiet area will be available throughout the show.
Nutcracker Performances & Special Events:
Charlottesville – Dec 6 & 7, 13 & 14 (with Charlottesville Symphony), & 22
Nutcracker Sweets - Dec 7 & 23

About the Artist:
Marcus D. Wiley is a premiere entertainer whose class of comedy surpasses the status quo. The charismatic comedian’s style of delivery is captivating, funny and knowledgeable. He provides lots of laughter along with a guaranteed message on being a better you. His motto for his brand of comedy is “Laughter is good, but the Message is better!” Wooing the masses, Marcus’ widespread appeal is contemporary enough to entice the fashion-savvy and culturally conscious Generation Xs, Ys, and Zs, but traditional
enough to melt the matriarch’s heart as he recounts Mama’s mandates.
A three-time college graduate with an Associates Degree in Fine Art Theatre, Bachelor’s Degree in Radio/TV Film and Master’s Degree in Communications, Marcus is also a published author. His book Hustle & Faith remains a top- selling piece of literature and excerpts from the book are often quoted from the pulpit to the streets. His motto as an author is “God will honor your faith and reward your hustle.” Yolanda Adams refers to him as a comedic genius, radio mogul Cathy Hughes has called him a modern-day Dick Gregory and Chase and Charli only see him as dad. He has been married to Erica for 26 years.

Ticket Policy:
The Funny Bone has a full bar and a dinner menu that is available through your server when you are seated in the showroom!
Seating is done on a first come first seated basis. If you wish to sit with another party, please arrive and enter the showroom together.
Seating ends 30 minutes after the show begins and entry for late arrivals is not guaranteed.
Most of our tables seat 4 people. You may be seated with a separate party of guests at the same table.
All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Sales tax and service fees are included in the ticket price.
This event is 21+ and all guests will need valid ID to enter.