The World’s MOST Iconic Ballet – With a LIVE Orchestra!
The legendary tale of Swan Lake takes flight in a breathtaking production from World Ballet Company, as fate and magic entwine in a timeless battle between good and evil. Performing with a Live Orchestra, and featuring a cast of 50 international dancers, over 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, and stunning hand-crafted sets, this spellbinding ballet captures every heart-pounding moment – from the Dance of the Little Swans to the Black Swan’s 32 fouettés, and every pirouette in between.
With Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score soaring through the air and played LIVE, immerse yourself in this mesmerizing journey where dreams, heartbreak, and hope unfold right before your eyes.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (including 20-minute intermission)
Audience: For ages 5 & over
WBC Website: https://worldballetcompany.com/norfolk-va
World Ballet Company – Ballet Everywhere, Ballet For All.
*About the Company: Based in Los Angeles, and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries.
To date, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 300 cities, reaching an audience of more than 500,000 fans.
A Magical Holiday Adventure Awaits!
Celebrate the season with The Nutcracker—a festive, family-friendly ballet full of holiday magic, whimsical characters, and Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable music to sweep you up in the moment. Featuring 40 international dancers, over 150 hand-crafted costumes, and enchanting sets, World Ballet Company’s beloved production is the perfect tradition to share with loved ones.
Make this year’s holiday one to remember.
*About the Company: Based in Los Angeles, and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, the World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries.
To date, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 300 cities, reaching an audience of more than 500,000, many of whom are first-time attendees to a ballet.
World Ballet Company – Ballet Everywhere, Ballet For All.
Duration: 1hr 40 min (including 20-minute intermission)
Audience: 2+
Official website: https://worldballetcompany.com
Full Run:
Saturday, September 13th – Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, September 19th, 5:30 – 7:30
VIVID is an annual exhibit at d’Art Center that features 2D and 3D artworks from across the country in all mediums that are exceptionally vibrant, bold, loud, and/or brilliant in color! We want our patrons to experience an EXPLOSION of color as they enter this exhibit.
This is a juried exhibition, and it will be curated by Gallery Director Amanda Bradley. Award winners will be selected by Juror and Artist, Hillarey Breedlove.
Meet staff at the Butterfly House to examine the patterns and symmetry of pollinators. Recommended for ages 3+ with some chaperone assistance.
This program is an NBG Member exclusive program and requires pre-registration. NBG Members must register their child ticket(s) to attend. Walk-up availability may not be available. Members are advised to pre-register. Upon arriving at the Garden, guests are required to show their NBG membership for entry.
Join us for our July Outdoor Artists series for more experienced artists! Each week we will introduce a different style of art through projects using natural materials and craft supplies. Recommended for children ages 9-16 with some chaperone assistance.
SERIES SCHEDULE:
Friday, July 4: Color Scheme 101
Friday, July 11: Paper Making
Friday, July 18: Botanical Illustrations
Friday, July 25: Landscape Painting
Price for NBG Members: $16/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $24/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE: Register for all FOUR (4) July programs for $50! The series ticket links are listed below. Members should only purchase the series ticket – tickets for the individual programs are not additionally needed.
Join us for our new and improved Critter Club series! Each week in July we will be investigating the different birds that call the Garden home.
To kick off the July bird series, we will learn about the different waterfowl swimming in the lake and fishing from the shore. Recommended for children ages 5-12 with some chaperone assistance. All attending adults and children are required to have a registered ticket. As an exclusive, NBG Members can sign up for all sessions in the series for a discounted rate!
SERIES SCHEDULE:
Tuesday, July 1: Water Birds
Tuesday, July 8: Migrating Birds
Tuesday, July 15: Songbirds
Tuesday, July 22: Birds of Prey
Tuesday, July 29: Threats to Birds
Price for NBG Members: $12/Child. (Adult members may attend for free with a registered child).
Price for Not-yet Members: $20/Child and $18/Adult. (Tickets for class must be purchased for both children and adults and includes daytime admission to NBG).
All child class participants ages 3+ must have a registered ticket. Children ages 2 and under who are attending to participate in the class must have a registered ticket.
MEMBER EXCLUSIVE: Register for all FIVE (5) July programs for $50! Members receive $2 off per series class. The series ticket links are listed below. Members only need to purchase the series ticket – tickets for the individual programs are not needed.
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The Lemonheads return in 2025 with Love Chant (out via Fire Records, October 24th), their first studio album in nearly two decades – a bold, melodic reaffirmation of Evan Dando’s singular songwriting voice. Written across continents and recorded primarily in São Paulo, Brazil, where Dando now resides, Love Chant finds the frontman reconnecting with longtime collaborators while introducing new creative voices. It’s a record of fresh starts and familiar sounds – emotionally raw, melodically rich, and unmistakably Lemonheads.
The new album features contributions from J Mascis (Dinosaur Jr), Juliana Hatfield, Tom Morgan, Bryce Goggin, Erin Rae, and Nick Saloman of The Bevis Frond. It’s a diverse but coherent work – from the full-throttle hooks of “Deep End” to the spectral softness of “The Key Of Victory,” and the Modern Lovers-like drive of the title track. Co-released alongside Dando’s forthcoming memoir Rumours Of My Demise (via Faber, November 6th), Love Chant marks both a return and a reckoning – the sound of an artist who’s lived, lost, and located the thread once again.