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THE WIZARD OF OZ

Tickets are on sale now for THE WIZARD OF OZ, on stage at Live Arts Nov 22-Dec 15.

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Current Season

THE WIZARD OF OZ

22 November - 15 December, 2024
Directors: John Gibson, Trevor Williams

MARYS SEACOLE

14 February - 2 March, 2025
Director: Aiyana Straughn

Upcoming Events

2024/25 VOYAGES SEASON

Four-Show Subscriptions

Subscription packages for the final 2024/25 VOYAGES season shows are going fast! Packages start at just $90. Guarantee your seat to our remaining four shows this season.

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2025 WATERWORKS Submissions

The 2025 WATERWORKS Festival is now accepting submissions through December 1, 2024.

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November 22

Emerald City Fundraiser

Enter the Emerald City, as we transform Live Arts into an enchanted wonderland to celebrate the artistic contribution of John Gibson and to rejoice in the opening of THE WIZARD OF OZ.

Emerald City Fundraiser
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November 15, 6:30pm

Friday Night Live!

A new series of vibrant community events on the third Friday night of every month, located on the 4th floor rooftop terrace of Live Arts off the downtown mall. Each month features something different – from improv and karaoke to trivia or a happy hour!

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Get Involved

Volunteers are the heart of Live Arts and sustain the work we do. We believe in engaging people in every part of theater-making: On stage, backstage, and everywhere in between! Interested in getting involved? We have a role for you. Check out our volunteer page or contact us for more information about current volunteer opportunities.

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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Live Arts stands with those raising their voices in support of justice and equality.

Equity Initiatives
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Our Mission

Forging Theater & Community

Powered by hundreds of volunteers, Live Arts is a national model for engaged community theater. For more than three decades, we’ve dedicated ourselves to the mission of “forging theater and community” in Charlottesville, Virginia. Our engagement in local communities runs deep, and we happily attract participants and audiences from across Central Virginia. We’re known for exceptionally high caliber productions that reflect the remarkable talent of our volunteer actors and production teams.

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