Paintings
August 26-October 11
SAWHILL GALLERY
August 26-October 11
SAWHILL GALLERY
WILSON HALL
Starring Kevin Burke, Written by Rob Becker
October 11-12
CONCERT HALL
October 11-12
CONCERT HALL
October 19-20
CONCERT HALL
CONCERT HALL
with Kate Trammell
EARLYNN J. MILLER DANCE THEATRE
EARLYNN J. MILLER DANCE THEATRE
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
A story around the world, Peter Pan is an adventure that we take with the Darling children who escape with Peter to Never Land. It’s a land with Indians, pirates, fairies and mermaids—and a world where childhood reigns free. More
Defending the Caveman holds the record as the longest running solo play in Broadway history. Declared “a nationwide comic phenomenon” by The New York Times, Caveman makes us roar with laughter and recognition about all the ways men and women fight, love and laugh. Kevin Burke is a former Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year and holds the Guinness World Record for "Most Theatrical Performances in 50 Days." More
This contemporary musical theatre showcase includes new Broadway favorites, works from lesser-known Off-Broadway shows, and songs from emerging professional musical theatre composers who hope their work will reach “The Great White Way.” More
One of the greatest plays to meditate on the limits and power of individual choice, the costs of war on civilians and families, and the boundaries of humanity, this timeless work has found new life on the world’s stages in recent years. Features students from JMU’s School of Theatre and Dance. More
Mozart’s mesmerizing classic The Magic Flute will cast its spell and transport audiences of all ages to a mythical land of enchantment. With soaring melodies, lush sets and charming yet elusive characters, The Magic Flute is one of the most popular operas of all time. More
Autumn Opera Gala
VIP Seating for The Magic Flute, a Pre-Performance Reception and Dialogue
GRAND LOBBY / MAINSTAGE THEATRE
This exquisite evening features a cocktail reception in the Grand Lobby, a pre-performance “backstory chat” about The Magic Flute presented by a noted opera scholar, and the 8 pm performance. Opera Director Dr. Don Rierson and members of the cast will be in attendance to greet guests. More
Aquila Theatre, one of the foremost producers of touring classical theatre, will breathe new life into Ray Bradbury’s visionary parable of a society gone awry. Don’t miss this exhilarating and explosive drama! More
This critically acclaimed, hip adaptation of a classic Russian fairytale is brought to vibrant new life by the storytelling genius of David Gonzalez, who “has the gift of creating magical worlds and drawing his audience into them” (The New York Times). A Forbes Family Fun event. More
Graduate students from the JMU Opera Theater will perform works like “E lucevan le stelle” from Puccini’s magnificent opera Tosca, and “Largo al Factotum” from Rossini’s The Barber of Seville, considered one of the most challenging baritone arias to perform. More
Really Inventive Stuff
The Story of Babar, Toy Symphony and more!
Starring Michael Boudewyns and Special Guests
CONCERT HALL
Dubbed “a great storyteller” by The Philadelphia Inquirer, Really Inventive Stuff actor Michael Boudewyns returns to the Forbes Center for performances of Jean de Brunhoff’s The Story of Babar, Mozart’s Toy Symphony and Rossini’s Duet for Two Cats, accompanied by musical guests. Features the JMU Opera Theater. A Forbes Family Fun event. More
ALL SHOOK UP
Inspired by and featuring the songs of ELVIS PRESLEY®
Book by JOE DIPIETRO
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
This hysterical musical is guaranteed to have your entire family jumpin’ out of their blue suede shoes! Features 24 of Elvis Presley’s greatest hits including such classics as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock” and “Don’t Be Cruel.” More
Enjoy a complete evening of entertainment featuring three distinctive presentations in three Forbes Center venues, plus a movable feast that includes appetizers, drinks and dessert, and the opportunity to mingle with other arts enthusiasts! More
Set sail on the high seas with Gilbert and Sullivan’s gleeful and sassy satire H.M.S. Pinafore. This lighthearted and hilarious operetta spoofs British social mores in a convoluted tale of mistaken identity and star-crossed lovers. More
“Vital, sharp-witted and ferociously smart” (The New York Times), Clybourne Park pits Race against Real Estate in this 2011 Pulitzer Prize and 2012 Tony Award-winning play. Two generations of characters dance around social politics in one house on two afternoons, 50 years apart. Features students from JMU’s School of Theatre and Dance. More
