Three FREE performances to bring the community together at the historic Attucks Theatre
NORFOLK, Va. – The historic Attucks Theatre (1010 Church St.) is the place to be this winter with the return of “Arts at the Attucks,” a series of free performances offering extraordinary opportunities to experience diverse and enriching local cultural programming.
Each performance features local artists providing unique and memorable experiences for audience of all ages in the beautiful Attucks Theatre, a venue steeped in history in the heart of the City.
“Heart + Soul” – Ballet Virginia
A celebration of the life and legacy of Lorraine Graves, a trailblazing African American ballerina from Norfolk.
Sunday, Feb. 23, 5 p.m.
“This Joint is Jumpin’” – TRS Kids Performing Arts
A musical journey through the rich history of African American music and culture featuring soulful melodies, swinging rhythms from the Harlem Renaissance to the golden age of jazz.
Friday, March 7, 6:30 p.m.
“Afro MANIA: Ghana” – Tidewater African Cultural Alliance
A celebration of Ghanaian culture, dance, arts and music for the whole community. Presented in collaboration with the Norfolk Sister Cities Association Tema Committee.
Saturday, March 8, 12 p.m.
All performances are FREE and open to the public; no tickets or reservations needed. For more information, visit www.norfolk.gov/artsattheattucks. “Arts at the Attucks” is made possible by Norfolk Arts, Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
The Attucks Theatre, designed by African American architect Harvey Johnson, opened in 1919 and quickly became known as “The Apollo of the South,” showcasing legendary performers such as Cab Calloway, Duke Ellington, Mamie Smith, Nat King Cole and Redd Foxx. The theatre is named in honor of African American Crispus Attucks, the first patriot to lose his life in the American Revolution. After several decades, the theatre closed. The Attucks Theatre was named a historic landmark in 1977 and was reopened in 2004.