Norfolk is home to numerous sporting events, concerts, and family-friendly happenings throughout the year. Take a look at some of Norfolk’s most exciting wintertime events, and start the new year right.
Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Whether you’re a fan of the classics or you prefer something a little more contemporary, you can count on the Virginia Symphony Orchestra (VSO) to host a performance you’ll love. On January 21, head to Chrysler Hall to enjoy the VSO’s performance of Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons.” You’ll love hearing the energy of spring and the beauty of winter.
On February 11, enjoy as the VSO offers its striking rendition of several famous 20th-century film scores. Film buffs won’t want to miss hearing familiar tunes from Alfred Hitchcock’s “Vertigo” or George Gershwin’s “An American in Paris” soundtrack.
Attucks Jazz Series
If jazz is more your style, make your way to the Attucks Theatre for the Attucks Jazz Series. On February 11, vocalist Milton Suggs joins the John Toomey Trio to add a new layer of jazz to this venerable performance hall. Settle into this intimate venue and prepare to enjoy as this third-generation musician performs where jazz legends like Duke Ellington and Cab Calloway have played over the decades.
Wells Theatre Reopening
Wells Theatre has been an important feature of downtown Norfolk since its opening in 1913. In 2017, extensive renovations will finally finish, and the Virginia Stage Company will reopen the historic institution with a performance of “A Street Car Named Desire.” Tickets range from $20 to $55 for the opportunity to see the beautiful renovations and a new take on this classic production.
Virginia Opera
Virginia Opera’s 2016-2017 season is filled with gems, and opera fans won’t want to miss performances of “Der Freischütz” in late January. Several Virginia Opera favorites perform leading roles in this haunting and dramatic German fairy tale.
President’s Lecture Series
Looking for a little inspiration in the new year? Head to the Ted Constant Convocation Center for the President’s Lecture Series on February 21. Adam Braun, founder and CEO of Pencils of Promise, will speak about his decades of worldwide public service and his belief that everyone has the power to create change that impacts the lives of others. All events in this series are free and open to the public.
Old Dominion University Basketball and Wrestling
Throughout the first two months of 2017, the Old Dominion University (ODU) men’s and women’s basketball teams and men’s wrestling team have a full event schedule. Get tickets to see the ODU women play Marshall University and Western Kentucky University or see the ODU men play the University of Southern Mississippi and Florida International University. You can also catch ODU’s wrestling team compete against the University at Buffalo and Duke University. Purchase tickets at the Ted Constant Convocation Center, where all the excitement take place.
From sports to music, there’s no shortage of events in Norfolk. Add these happenings to your calendar, and start looking forward to January and February 2017.
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