Community Calendar

:10 TEASER — “Hold On To Your Gazpacho”
Length: :10
SFX: quick Latin-pop sting, light hand claps
VO:
Hold on to your gazpacho! The hottest musical in town is Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown - and it hits Live Arts, December 5 through January 3. Tickets at livearts.org. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Live Arts, sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:20 SHOW OVERVIEW — “Wild, Stylish, Musical Romp”
Length: :20
SFX: upbeat Latin groove
VO:
Set in 1980s Madrid, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown is a wild, stylish, musical romp through love, loss, and the chaos in between. With music by Tony winner David Yazbek and a book by Jeffrey Lane, adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s classic film. Performances at Live Arts, December 5 to January 3, including a special New Year’s Eve fundraiser performance! Tickets start at 4 dollars and 34 cents for anyone 25 or younger or new to Live Arts. Get yours at livearts.org. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:30 FULL FEATURE — “Technicolor Tangle”
Length: :30
SFX: energetic Latin percussion, then underscore
VO:
This December, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown explodes onto the Live Arts stage with a Technicolor tangle of love and self-discovery. Pepa’s world tilts when her lover vanishes, and her search for her beloved spirals into ex-wives, taxi drivers, best friends, and one unforgettable batch of gazpacho. From composer-lyricist David Yazbek and book writer Jeffrey Lane, this rollicking musical is adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s cult classic and brought to life by your talented community!
Director Xavier Taylor (of Kinky Boots) calls it witty, hopeful, and charming, a story of independence and resilience with a vibrant Latin-infused score. December 5 through January 3 at Live Arts, 123 East Water Street. Tickets at livearts.org, or call 434-977-4177. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:60 NEW YEAR’S EVE FUNDRAISER — “Ring In The Year”
Length: :60
SFX: festive Latin dance groove, soft crowd cheers under

VO:
Ring in the new year with Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, at Live Art’s special New Year’s Eve fundraiser performance. Enjoy acclaimed filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar’s bold, stylish world brought to life with a Latin-infused score by Tony winner David Yazbek and a delightful book by Jeffrey Lane. Make it a night of laughter, music, delicious food from the C&O restaurant and ring in the new year with a Madrid-inspired sparkle and the cast of Women on the Verge. Seats are limited. Reserve now at livearts.org or call 434-977-4177. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Live Arts, sponsored by Woodard Properties.

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Optional production notes
Pronunciation help:

David Yazbek: “YAZ-beck”

Pedro Almodóvar: “ahl-MOH-doh-var”

Station underwriting variant: Swap “sponsored by Woodard Properties” with “support provided by Woodard Properties” if your station needs strict underwriting language.

Tag variants: You can replace “call 434-977-4177” with “434-977-4177, extension 123” if you prefer the box office extension.

Location tag: “Live Arts Theater, 123 East Water Street, Charlottesville.”

We are bringing Graham Jones back...this time during Advent!  Join us for Graham's Good News, Great Joy concert on December 11.
We are excited to host this Christmas concert at Horizon Christian Fellowship at 7 PM.  You won't want to miss this acoustic concert in a warm, seasonal setting.  It's sure to be a memorable part of your Christmas celebration!
Graham Jones is a Texan singer-songwriter who traces the story of the gospel with thoughtful lyrics and rich melodies. Inspired by six-string storytellers like Andrew Peterson, Jon Foreman, and John Mayer, his music is honest, joyful, and contagious with longing.
He's also a worship pastor, serving at his local church, The Fields in Arlington, TX. His passion for telling the story of Jesus in song stems from gathering every week to remember and rehearse the gospel with his church family.Graham lives in Arlington with his wife Bethany and their son Luke. He loves movie scores, fantasy novels, games (video, board, and D&D), and most of all...chocolate chip cookies.

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE dazzles with a brilliantly breathtaking holiday spectacular for the whole family. As the original cirque holiday theatrical event, this annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around awe-inspiring contemporary circus arts.

Guests will be on the edge of their seats as a cast of holiday characters come to life, captivating audiences while defying gravity. Reimagined for 2025, CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE features original music, fresh twists on beloved holiday favorites sung live, new sets, dazzling scenery, and stunning costumes – making it the ultimate holiday gift!

:10 TEASER — “Hold On To Your Gazpacho”
Length: :10
SFX: quick Latin-pop sting, light hand claps
VO:
Hold on to your gazpacho! The hottest musical in town is Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown - and it hits Live Arts, December 5 through January 3. Tickets at livearts.org. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Live Arts, sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:20 SHOW OVERVIEW — “Wild, Stylish, Musical Romp”
Length: :20
SFX: upbeat Latin groove
VO:
Set in 1980s Madrid, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown is a wild, stylish, musical romp through love, loss, and the chaos in between. With music by Tony winner David Yazbek and a book by Jeffrey Lane, adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s classic film. Performances at Live Arts, December 5 to January 3, including a special New Year’s Eve fundraiser performance! Tickets start at 4 dollars and 34 cents for anyone 25 or younger or new to Live Arts. Get yours at livearts.org. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:30 FULL FEATURE — “Technicolor Tangle”
Length: :30
SFX: energetic Latin percussion, then underscore
VO:
This December, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown explodes onto the Live Arts stage with a Technicolor tangle of love and self-discovery. Pepa’s world tilts when her lover vanishes, and her search for her beloved spirals into ex-wives, taxi drivers, best friends, and one unforgettable batch of gazpacho. From composer-lyricist David Yazbek and book writer Jeffrey Lane, this rollicking musical is adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s cult classic and brought to life by your talented community!
Director Xavier Taylor (of Kinky Boots) calls it witty, hopeful, and charming, a story of independence and resilience with a vibrant Latin-infused score. December 5 through January 3 at Live Arts, 123 East Water Street. Tickets at livearts.org, or call 434-977-4177. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:60 NEW YEAR’S EVE FUNDRAISER — “Ring In The Year”
Length: :60
SFX: festive Latin dance groove, soft crowd cheers under

VO:
Ring in the new year with Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, at Live Art’s special New Year’s Eve fundraiser performance. Enjoy acclaimed filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar’s bold, stylish world brought to life with a Latin-infused score by Tony winner David Yazbek and a delightful book by Jeffrey Lane. Make it a night of laughter, music, delicious food from the C&O restaurant and ring in the new year with a Madrid-inspired sparkle and the cast of Women on the Verge. Seats are limited. Reserve now at livearts.org or call 434-977-4177. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Live Arts, sponsored by Woodard Properties.

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Optional production notes
Pronunciation help:

David Yazbek: “YAZ-beck”

Pedro Almodóvar: “ahl-MOH-doh-var”

Station underwriting variant: Swap “sponsored by Woodard Properties” with “support provided by Woodard Properties” if your station needs strict underwriting language.

Tag variants: You can replace “call 434-977-4177” with “434-977-4177, extension 123” if you prefer the box office extension.

Location tag: “Live Arts Theater, 123 East Water Street, Charlottesville.”

Join Champion Scottish fiddler, singer and harpist Seán Heely and a cast of nationally acclaimed Celtic performers on a magical journey through Scotland and Ireland during the holidays. The fiddle and bagpipes will sweep you away to Christmastime and Winter Solstice celebrations, along with dancers who are sure to lift your spirits and warm your heart. Kilts and tartan abound as the show travels through ancient Gaelic carols and songs, tucked in perfectly with lively Irish tunes and familiar seasonal melodies with a Celtic twist. An award-winning musician, Heely is one of the most creatively versatile and captivating young artists of his generation.

:10 TEASER — “Hold On To Your Gazpacho”
Length: :10
SFX: quick Latin-pop sting, light hand claps
VO:
Hold on to your gazpacho! The hottest musical in town is Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown - and it hits Live Arts, December 5 through January 3. Tickets at livearts.org. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Live Arts, sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:20 SHOW OVERVIEW — “Wild, Stylish, Musical Romp”
Length: :20
SFX: upbeat Latin groove
VO:
Set in 1980s Madrid, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown is a wild, stylish, musical romp through love, loss, and the chaos in between. With music by Tony winner David Yazbek and a book by Jeffrey Lane, adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s classic film. Performances at Live Arts, December 5 to January 3, including a special New Year’s Eve fundraiser performance! Tickets start at 4 dollars and 34 cents for anyone 25 or younger or new to Live Arts. Get yours at livearts.org. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:30 FULL FEATURE — “Technicolor Tangle”
Length: :30
SFX: energetic Latin percussion, then underscore
VO:
This December, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown explodes onto the Live Arts stage with a Technicolor tangle of love and self-discovery. Pepa’s world tilts when her lover vanishes, and her search for her beloved spirals into ex-wives, taxi drivers, best friends, and one unforgettable batch of gazpacho. From composer-lyricist David Yazbek and book writer Jeffrey Lane, this rollicking musical is adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s cult classic and brought to life by your talented community!
Director Xavier Taylor (of Kinky Boots) calls it witty, hopeful, and charming, a story of independence and resilience with a vibrant Latin-infused score. December 5 through January 3 at Live Arts, 123 East Water Street. Tickets at livearts.org, or call 434-977-4177. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:60 NEW YEAR’S EVE FUNDRAISER — “Ring In The Year”
Length: :60
SFX: festive Latin dance groove, soft crowd cheers under

VO:
Ring in the new year with Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, at Live Art’s special New Year’s Eve fundraiser performance. Enjoy acclaimed filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar’s bold, stylish world brought to life with a Latin-infused score by Tony winner David Yazbek and a delightful book by Jeffrey Lane. Make it a night of laughter, music, delicious food from the C&O restaurant and ring in the new year with a Madrid-inspired sparkle and the cast of Women on the Verge. Seats are limited. Reserve now at livearts.org or call 434-977-4177. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Live Arts, sponsored by Woodard Properties.

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Optional production notes
Pronunciation help:

David Yazbek: “YAZ-beck”

Pedro Almodóvar: “ahl-MOH-doh-var”

Station underwriting variant: Swap “sponsored by Woodard Properties” with “support provided by Woodard Properties” if your station needs strict underwriting language.

Tag variants: You can replace “call 434-977-4177” with “434-977-4177, extension 123” if you prefer the box office extension.

Location tag: “Live Arts Theater, 123 East Water Street, Charlottesville.”

Cast Appearance
• Meet & Greet - Sat 11am-4pm, Sun 11am-2pm
• FREE ADMISSION
• Autograph and photo prices set by cast member.

Happens on the following Dates:
Dec 13, 2025, 11:00am to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Dec 14, 2025, 11:00am to 2:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

FREE ADMISSION!

Cooter's Garage Band performs live every Saturday! 1pm-3pm

Concert
• Saturday December 13 - 7pm
• GET TICKETS HERE
• Kids 12 and under FREE
• Seniors 65 and over FREE

:10 TEASER — “Hold On To Your Gazpacho”
Length: :10
SFX: quick Latin-pop sting, light hand claps
VO:
Hold on to your gazpacho! The hottest musical in town is Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown - and it hits Live Arts, December 5 through January 3. Tickets at livearts.org. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Live Arts, sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:20 SHOW OVERVIEW — “Wild, Stylish, Musical Romp”
Length: :20
SFX: upbeat Latin groove
VO:
Set in 1980s Madrid, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown is a wild, stylish, musical romp through love, loss, and the chaos in between. With music by Tony winner David Yazbek and a book by Jeffrey Lane, adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s classic film. Performances at Live Arts, December 5 to January 3, including a special New Year’s Eve fundraiser performance! Tickets start at 4 dollars and 34 cents for anyone 25 or younger or new to Live Arts. Get yours at livearts.org. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:30 FULL FEATURE — “Technicolor Tangle”
Length: :30
SFX: energetic Latin percussion, then underscore
VO:
This December, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown explodes onto the Live Arts stage with a Technicolor tangle of love and self-discovery. Pepa’s world tilts when her lover vanishes, and her search for her beloved spirals into ex-wives, taxi drivers, best friends, and one unforgettable batch of gazpacho. From composer-lyricist David Yazbek and book writer Jeffrey Lane, this rollicking musical is adapted from Pedro Almodóvar’s cult classic and brought to life by your talented community!
Director Xavier Taylor (of Kinky Boots) calls it witty, hopeful, and charming, a story of independence and resilience with a vibrant Latin-infused score. December 5 through January 3 at Live Arts, 123 East Water Street. Tickets at livearts.org, or call 434-977-4177. Sponsored by Woodard Properties.

:60 NEW YEAR’S EVE FUNDRAISER — “Ring In The Year”
Length: :60
SFX: festive Latin dance groove, soft crowd cheers under

VO:
Ring in the new year with Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, at Live Art’s special New Year’s Eve fundraiser performance. Enjoy acclaimed filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar’s bold, stylish world brought to life with a Latin-infused score by Tony winner David Yazbek and a delightful book by Jeffrey Lane. Make it a night of laughter, music, delicious food from the C&O restaurant and ring in the new year with a Madrid-inspired sparkle and the cast of Women on the Verge. Seats are limited. Reserve now at livearts.org or call 434-977-4177. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown at Live Arts, sponsored by Woodard Properties.

****
Optional production notes
Pronunciation help:

David Yazbek: “YAZ-beck”

Pedro Almodóvar: “ahl-MOH-doh-var”

Station underwriting variant: Swap “sponsored by Woodard Properties” with “support provided by Woodard Properties” if your station needs strict underwriting language.

Tag variants: You can replace “call 434-977-4177” with “434-977-4177, extension 123” if you prefer the box office extension.

Location tag: “Live Arts Theater, 123 East Water Street, Charlottesville.”