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PIPPIN
Music and lyrics by Steven Schwartz
Book by Roger O. Hirson
Originally produced on the Broadway stage by Stuart Ostrow
Originally directed on the Broadway stage by Bob Fosse
2013 Broadway revival directed by Diane Paulus
Theo ending originally conceived in 1998 by Mitch Sebastian

With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time GRAMMY winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, PIPPIN is the story of a man’s journey to the extraordinary. The son of a king, Pippin is stuck between what is expected of him and the possibilities that forging his own path holds. His epic journey blurs the lines between fantasy and reality, in search of something greater than what he knows. PIPPIN explores themes of identity, purpose, and the joy that comes from breaking a few rules. Don’t miss this five-time Tony Award-winning musical that is sure to transport its audience to a new world! Features students from JMU’s School of Theatre and Dance. PIPPIN is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com. Contains adult content, adult language, violence, and sexual content. Recommended for ages 13 and up.

Celebrating its 15th year in 2025, APOLLO5 continues to thrill, move and inspire audiences as one of Britain's smallest but most impressive vocal groups. Comprising a soprano, mezzo-soprano, two tenors and a bass, the ensemble has become known for its ability to connect with intimacy and directness, showcasing with dynamic and distinctive sound how powerful five voices alone can be. With a versatile approach to music programming and a repertoire spanning renaissance, classical and contemporary choral works to fold, jazz and pop, the group's five voices bring the music of five centuries to live.
Hailed by BBC Music Magazine as "faultless" and Classic FM as "exceptionally beautiful singing," APOLLO5 performs throughout Europe, the USA and Asia to consistent critical acclaim. As part of the VOCES8 Foundation, APOLLO5 delivers an ambitious education program to deliver a transformative program of workshops, masterclasses and concerts to over 40,000 young people annually.
Tickets can be purchased:
Ticket Website
Middle/High school front office during school hours
Box office before the show
Tickets:
Early Bird Prices, through Tuesday, February 24
Adult - $30
Student (with ID) - $15
Ticket Prices, starting Wednesday, February 25
Adult - $40
Student (with ID) - $20
Student Groups - 10+ students, $10 each. Call 540-236-6000 to coordinate your group.
Sponsorships are available. See the ticket site for more details.
All seats are general admission
Doors to the auditorium will open 60 minutes before the show.
*Please contact the ticket office if you have mobility issues and need specific seating arrangements.

The Blue Ridge Irish Music School (BRIMS) offers classes for all ages and skill levels in Irish dance, music and singing. The winter/spring semester begins on January 20 & 22 and runs for 12 weeks.

The "Artists for Peace" Exhibition/Fundraiser at Hotel Madison features excellent artworks donated by local artists.  Shown in the gallery on the mezzanine level, the exhibition will extend through the months of March and April with special "pay what you will" purchase opportunities on the First Friday of each month, 5-7PM.  These two First Friday opening events will also feature music in the Hotel Lobby downstairs by fine local musicians.  All proceeds from the sale of the artworks will go to Mennonite Central Committee for humanitarian aid projects in Ukraine and Gaza.  Details, rdbersson@gmail.com or 540-209-7835.

Explore the sounds of gongs, bowls, chimes, and more in this guided and grounding sound journey. Mats, blankets, and pillows provided, or bring your own.

The Eastern Boundary Quartet is a collaborative quartet featuring the Hungarian master musicians Balazs Bagyi (drums) and Mihaly Borbely (sax and reeds), along with the long-standing partnership of New York City bassist Joe Fonda and pianist Michael Jefry Stevens (co-leaders of the Fonda/Stevens Group and Conference Call). Since 2007 the quartet has toured Europe and the United States numerous times. The group uses Hungarian folk rhythms and melodies in combination with jazz harmonies and rhythms to form an original “hybrid” improvised music. Their music can be heard on four well-received CD’s, featuring original music composed by all members of the group. This unique collaboration is a mixture of avant-garde jazz and ethno-music from Hungary, forming a cultural bridge between the USA and Eastern Europe.

Community members are invited to the Harrisonburg 2026 International Women’s Day March on Saturday, March 7, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Participants will gather at the Harrisonburg City Hall (on the Farmer's Market side) at 10 AM for engagement activities, then march to Court Square by 11 AM, where speakers and singers will address the community.

The theme, Give to Gain, highlights that generosity fuels transformation. When people, organizations, and communities invest in women, they unlock opportunity, resilience, and shared success. Giving is not a sacrifice—it is purposeful multiplication. When women rise, communities flourish.

Join us for the 31st annual Youth Art Month Exhibit, highlighting over 200 artworks from Harrisonburg City School students. Showcasing drawings, paintings, photography, prints and ceramics from students grades K-12, this show will run for the months of March and April and is available to the public during Valley Mall hours. Bring the whole family out for our opening reception on March 7, 11am- 1pm to see art and participate in a variety of hands-on activities, including button making, scavenger hunts and face painting. Stop by anytime during those two hours for free fun, fellowship and fabulous artwork.

In this weekly group class, participants will learn basic djembe techniques, rhythm-based wellness components, basic & intermediate rhythm patterns, traditional rhythms & songs from West Africa & beyond, and more.

Join Eunoia Theatre at 7pm on the final Friday of every month at Black Sheep Coffee, 80 East Market St., Harrisonburg, to hear and discuss some of our favorite plays. Free admission; seating is limited.