Fund your arts career through grants! Learn the ins and outs of the application process from those well-versed in the process: Hillary Plate & Rita Cohen. Free with Z artist membership; $10 suggested donation for non-members Artist Member Events: The Z Artists and local art-lovers are invited to this series of interactive workshops, Master Classes, […]
The funny bone’s connected to the heart bone This February 18th, woo your soulmate and/or one-night date with the romance of improv comedy. Plan B Comedy Series: Performing regularly in both the Studio and the Main Stage, Plan B Comedy provides a high-energy, fast-paced and exciting experience to audiences of all ages. Plan B Comedy’s […]
The performance scheduled for Thurs, March 9 has been cancelled. Please call the box office at for ticket exchanges and more information. Taking Measure fuses the world and characters of Shakespeare's Measure for Measure into a young woman's struggle through contemporary academia to explore today's Me Too movement and Cancel Culture in a surprisingly nuanced […]
The original improv workshop is back! Watch, participate, ask questions and get answers in these open Plan B rehearsals where anyone can join in the Jam sesh! Whether you’re brushing up on your existing skills or learning new ones, these Jams are a perfect way to explore your creativity and meet some new friends. […]
Learn how to get your written works published and copywritten in this workshop with industry experts Michael Smith & Jean Klein. ABOUT THE WORKSHOP LEADERS: Michael M. Smith was born in Charleston, SC and is a proud product of the Gullah heritage. After high school he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia where he studied electronics engineering. […]
Join Plan B Comedy in the Main Stage as they attempt to cheat death while making you laugh and laugh and laugh. ********** Plan B Comedy Series: Performing regularly in both the Studio and the Main Stage, Plan B Comedy provides a high-energy, fast-paced and exciting experience to audiences of all ages. Plan B Comedy’s […]
Dust off your sheet music, warm up those vocal chords, and step into the spotlight! Join your fellow musical theater enthusiasts for a night of songs from The Great White Way. Come and see the finest of Hampton Roads’ Broadway-worthy talent. Those looking to sing may sign up at the door. Limited spots! Artist Members […]
Plan B Comedy Series: Performing regularly in both the Studio and the Main Stage, Plan B Comedy provides a high-energy, fast-paced and exciting audience experience. Plan B Comedy’s brand is “FUN” and it shows. Comedy starts here!
Join accomplished actress, published playwright and ODU Assistant Theater Professor, Brittney Harris, as she shares her insights and expertise about Devised Theater and all the ways it can help us talk about the important issues of our time. Devised Theater: A method of theater-making in which the script originates from collaborative, often improvisatory work by […]
Learn from folk song duo Cindy and Shelly in this earth-friendly, environmental awareness program that teaches students about habitats, environments, biology, recycling, and conservation. The interactive program includes original tunes like “It Really isn't Garbage,” “Bebop,” and “Someone's Gonna Use it After You.” Children and families will enjoy this fun program celebrating our planet. Presented […]
The Word welcomes diverse voices and fans of poetry, spoken word, and all forms of storytelling. Share a poem, read a story, or even tell a joke. Take the stage and share your new work-or an old favorite- in a comfortable, laid-back, and encouraging atmosphere. Admission is a suggested $5 donation. Those looking to speak/perform […]
The Z is partnering with YWCA South Hampton Roads to bring an original play by local playwright, Jean Klein, as our season’s community partnership PAY WHAT YOU CAN event. Refraction of Light explores friendship and prejudice in post WW2 America, more specifically in the Berkley neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia. Registration is required for the play. […]
