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The Salem Museum is pleased to unveil its latest featured exhibit, “Salem’s Hidden Hero: Andrew Lewis and the Revolutionary War.” Now open in the Main Gallery through early September. Chronicling Lewis’ life and lynchpin status in the course of the American Revolution, visitors can try on garments, handle tools, and interact with materials resembling those of Revolutionary era Virginia.

Visitors will step back in time more than 250 years ago to a colony on the brink of conflict. Following the life of Andrew Lewis – a pioneering resident of what would one day be Salem and who led western Virginia’s militia in its fight to secure frontier settlements – this exhibit showcases the life story of an unsung Revolutionary War hero who helped expel the British from Virginia and shape a foundling nation in its infancy. Examine a handwritten account of an eyewitness to Lewis in battle, observe authentic swords and muskets used during the Revolution, and discover the hidden legacy of this larger-than-life figure.

Unique to this exhibit are the extensive hands-on clothing, tools, and books displayed throughout the gallery. Visitors can dress like a British redcoat, don a workingman’s jacket, put on a hat identical to Martha Washington’s, or handle an embroidered apron. In the aroma station, participants can put their noses to the test and compare the smells of common Colonial kitchens ingredients. Visitors can even hold a replica musket and drill like Revolutionary soldiers did!

Thanks to the Helen S. and Charles G. Patterson, Jr. Charitable Foundation Trust and the Robertson Endowment for Exhibits and Events for making this exhibit possible.

Come and see “Salem’s Hidden Hero: Andrew Lewis and the Revolutionary War” at the Salem Museum, open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM!

Heartwarming, hilarious, and utterly relatable - Virginia Repertory Theatre announces Waitress, the Tony-nominated Broadway sensation, with music and lyrics by Grammy award winner Sara Bareilles, is coming to the Arenstein Stage at the historic November Theatre June 21 through August 3.

Unsatisfied as a waitress working in a small-town diner, Jenna dreams of a life beyond bad tips and her complicated marriage. When a nearby baking contest offers the chance of escape, Jenna finds the courage to take her long-abandoned dreams off the shelf with the support of her fellow waitresses, loyal customers, and an unexpected romance.

Performances are Thurs & Fri 2 7PM, Saturdays at 2PM and 7PM, Sundays at 3:00 PM - select Wednesdays have matinee and evening performances.

About the Artist:
Andrew Dismukes is a stand up comedian, writer and actor. This year, he returned to “Saturday Night Live” for his third season as a cast member after starting on the show as a staff writer in Season 43. He is a series regular in the forthcoming Amazon animated original, THE HOSPITAL, alongside Maya Rudolph, Natasha Lyonne, Kieran Culkin and more. Andrew started performing stand up comedy in Austin, TX while studying at the University of Texas where he received a B.S. in radio, television and film. He has performed all across North America and the UK. In 2017 he was named one of the New Faces at the Just For Laughs Festival. He’s also performed at the Moon Tower Comedy Festival, the Dublin comedy Festival, Clusterfest and the New York Comedy Festival, to name a few.

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.

Happens on the following Dates:
Jul 18, 2025, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EDT
Jul 18, 2025, 9:45pm to 11:15pm Timezone: EDT
Jul 19, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: EDT
Jul 19, 2025, 9:15pm to 10:45pm Timezone: EDT

For Immediate Release:
Live Arts Summer Teen Shows Pairs Hilarious Musical
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN with Shakespeare’s Tragedy CORIOLANUS

5/28/25 Contact: Andrew Bryce, Marketing Coordinator | andrew@livearts.org

YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN & CORIOLANUS PSAs
Public Service Announcement to be read June 12 - July 26, 2025

Contact: Andrew Bryce, andrew@livearts.org
Kill Date: July 26, 2025

10 second: The teen summer productions of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN and CORIOLANUS run in repertory July 10 through July 26 at Live Arts Theater in downtown Charlottesville. Visit livearts.org for tickets and information.

20 second: The teen summer productions of Mel Brooks’ and Thomas Meehan’s musical YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, directed by Ti Ames, and William Shakespeare’s CORIOLANUS, directed by Daniel Kunkel, run July 10 through July 26 at Live Arts Theater in downtown Charlottesville. YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN and CORIOLANUS play in rotating repertory. Come see a fresh and unexpected telling of two classic theatrical works! Visit livearts.org for tickets and information.

30 second: The teen summer productions of Mel Brooks’ and Thomas Meehan’s musical YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, directed by Ti Ames, and William Shakespeare’s CORIOLANUS, directed by Daniel Kunkel, run July 10 through July 26 at Live Arts Theater in downtown Charlottesville. YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN and CORIOLANUS play in rotating repertory. The young actors in these two productions play three characters – their two distinct roles in a glorious silly musical and a Shakespearean tragedy, plus a third role as a member of a hard-scrabble student-run drama club, trying to put it all together. Come see a fresh and unexpected telling of two classic theatrical works! Visit livearts.org for tickets and information.

A dynamic lead bass player from Kansas City, bassist Julian Vaughn has made an international name for himself since 2010. As a bassist in the smooth jazz genre Vaughn plays a variety of styles from smooth, finesse and funk which he developed while playing in the church where his grandfather pastored.

Julian Vaughn has toured all over the U.S. and internationally. Vaughn takes pride in being able to write and produce almost all his music. “I want to be known as a great writer and producer just as much as I am an artist”. Vaughn has released a total of 

7 albums along with eight Billboard #1s. In 2020 Vaughn was the #2 Artist of The Year as well as the #2 and #17 on Billboard’s songs of the year for Afro Calypso and Afternoon Delight.

His latest independent release titled “SOLO” is slated to be his best work to date. Evidence that he continues to redefine the lead bassist role in the smooth jazz genre.

Free Quilt Show features 70-80 quilted items from Art Quilts to Bed Quilts to Wearable Quilts. Winners in 6 categories determined by popular vote.

The Salem Museum is pleased to unveil its latest featured exhibit, “Salem’s Hidden Hero: Andrew Lewis and the Revolutionary War.” Now open in the Main Gallery through early September. Chronicling Lewis’ life and lynchpin status in the course of the American Revolution, visitors can try on garments, handle tools, and interact with materials resembling those of Revolutionary era Virginia.

Visitors will step back in time more than 250 years ago to a colony on the brink of conflict. Following the life of Andrew Lewis – a pioneering resident of what would one day be Salem and who led western Virginia’s militia in its fight to secure frontier settlements – this exhibit showcases the life story of an unsung Revolutionary War hero who helped expel the British from Virginia and shape a foundling nation in its infancy. Examine a handwritten account of an eyewitness to Lewis in battle, observe authentic swords and muskets used during the Revolution, and discover the hidden legacy of this larger-than-life figure.

Unique to this exhibit are the extensive hands-on clothing, tools, and books displayed throughout the gallery. Visitors can dress like a British redcoat, don a workingman’s jacket, put on a hat identical to Martha Washington’s, or handle an embroidered apron. In the aroma station, participants can put their noses to the test and compare the smells of common Colonial kitchens ingredients. Visitors can even hold a replica musket and drill like Revolutionary soldiers did!

Thanks to the Helen S. and Charles G. Patterson, Jr. Charitable Foundation Trust and the Robertson Endowment for Exhibits and Events for making this exhibit possible.

Come and see “Salem’s Hidden Hero: Andrew Lewis and the Revolutionary War” at the Salem Museum, open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM!

Join members of the VMHC education team for thirty-minute highlight tours as they offer you an introduction to our newest exhibition, Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation.

FAQs:

Do I need to register for this event? Yes! Registration is required due to tour popularity.
Do I need to purchase a Daily Admission Ticket?While the tour is free, daily admisison is required, but when you register below, you will be purchasing a Daily Admission Ticket in addition to signing up for the tour so there is no need to add another ticket to your cart. After the tour, you can will have access to all museum galleries.
Can I still visit the exhibition is the tour is sold out?If the tour is sold out, you are still welcome to purchase Daily Musuem Admission and tour the exhibition on your own.
What age level is this for?This is a family-friendly event, though it is geared at adult audiences.
Where does the tour start?Meet your guide by the Kline Kar in Commonwealth Hall at 11:30am.

Heartwarming, hilarious, and utterly relatable - Virginia Repertory Theatre announces Waitress, the Tony-nominated Broadway sensation, with music and lyrics by Grammy award winner Sara Bareilles, is coming to the Arenstein Stage at the historic November Theatre June 21 through August 3.

Unsatisfied as a waitress working in a small-town diner, Jenna dreams of a life beyond bad tips and her complicated marriage. When a nearby baking contest offers the chance of escape, Jenna finds the courage to take her long-abandoned dreams off the shelf with the support of her fellow waitresses, loyal customers, and an unexpected romance.

Performances are Thurs & Fri 2 7PM, Saturdays at 2PM and 7PM, Sundays at 3:00 PM - select Wednesdays have matinee and evening performances.

About the Artist:
Andrew Dismukes is a stand up comedian, writer and actor. This year, he returned to “Saturday Night Live” for his third season as a cast member after starting on the show as a staff writer in Season 43. He is a series regular in the forthcoming Amazon animated original, THE HOSPITAL, alongside Maya Rudolph, Natasha Lyonne, Kieran Culkin and more. Andrew started performing stand up comedy in Austin, TX while studying at the University of Texas where he received a B.S. in radio, television and film. He has performed all across North America and the UK. In 2017 he was named one of the New Faces at the Just For Laughs Festival. He’s also performed at the Moon Tower Comedy Festival, the Dublin comedy Festival, Clusterfest and the New York Comedy Festival, to name a few.

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.

Happens on the following Dates:
Jul 18, 2025, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EDT
Jul 18, 2025, 9:45pm to 11:15pm Timezone: EDT
Jul 19, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: EDT
Jul 19, 2025, 9:15pm to 10:45pm Timezone: EDT