Arts lovers in Hampton Roads, rejoice! It’s time for hot cocoa, seasonal decorations, and all of your favorite Tidewater holiday performances. Looking for a fun, moving show this December? Our list outlines where to go for a variety of performances, from dance and theatre to classical music and interactive concerts.

Virginia Symphony Orchestra: Winter Dreams
Begin the season with a program paying homage to winter, including works by Glazunov, Tchaikovsky, and Sibelius. The concert will feature acclaimed cellist Julian Schwarz.

• Friday, November 30 at 8 p.m. at the Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News
• Sunday, December 2 at 2:30 p.m. at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach

Virginia Chorale: Sing We Nowell
The Virginia Chorale will sing holiday favorites and the Hampton Roads premiere of Will Todd’s “Among Angels” with harpists Barbara Chapman and Colleen Thorburn.

• Saturday, December 1 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Norfolk
• Sunday, December 2 at 4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Virginia Beach

Williamsburg Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops
Join the WSO for its annual Holiday Pops Concerts during Grand Illumination, featuring soloist Emmanuel Atiyeh and choirs from Bruton Parish Church and Williamsburg Presbyterian Church.

• Saturday, December 1 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:25 p.m. at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg
• Saturday, December 1 from 3 p.m. to 3:55 p.m. at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg
• Sunday, December 2 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:25 p.m. at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg
• Sunday, December 2 from 4 p.m. to 4:55 p.m. at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg

Virginia Stage Company: The Santaland Diaries
Based on the memoir of award-winning comedic author David Sedaris, this hilarious one-man-show takes us back to ye olden days when he was one of Santa’s Elves at Macy’s Department Store.

• Playing Thursday, December 6 through Sunday, December 16 at the Wells Theatre, Norfolk

Hurrah Players: Hurrah for the Holidays
Guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit is the annual production of Hurrah for the Holidays; a joyful celebration featuring all the best music of the season - from your favorite classic standards to popular modern day hits.

• Friday December 7 at 7 p.m. at TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, Norfolk
• Saturday, December 8 at 2 p.m. at TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, Norfolk
• Sunday December 9 at 2 p.m. at TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, Norfolk

Virginia Choral Society: Carols and Lullabies of the Southwest
This delightful concert features ten of the most beautiful carols of the Spanish speaking world, with harp, guitar, and marimba. Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of holiday favorites!

• Friday, December 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Williamsburg
• Sunday, December 9 at 4:00 p.m. at First United Church of Christ, Hampton
• Saturday, December 15th at 4:00 p.m. at Suffolk Center for the Cultural Arts, Suffolk
• Sunday, December 16th at 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Newport News

Richmond Ballet: The Nutcracker
Enjoy the brilliant ballet through a magical collaboration between Richmond Ballet, The State Ballet of Virginia, and the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

• Friday, December 7 at 7 p.m. at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk
• Saturday, December 8 at 2 p.m. at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk
• Saturday, December 8 at 7 p.m. at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk
• Sunday, December 9 at 2 p.m. at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk

Hurrah Players: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Based on the popular book by Barbara Robinson, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is the funny, heartwarming, and mildly irreverent story of what happens when a church play is hijacked by six of the “absolutely worst kids in the history of the world.”

• Saturday, December 8 at 7 p.m. at TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, Norfolk

Virginia Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Brass
The bold sounds of the Virginia Symphony brass section ring in the holidays with a blast!

• Wednesday, December 12 at 7 p.m. at Chesapeake Conference Center, Chesapeake
• Friday, December 14 at 8 p.m. at St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg
• Saturday, December 15 at 7 p.m. at Regent University Chapel, Virginia Beach
• Sunday, December 16 at 2 p.m. at Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery, Hampton

Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Chorus: Handel’s Messiah
Get in the spirit for the holiday season by experiencing George Frideric Handel’s revered oratorio, Messiah.

• Thursday, December 13 at 8 p.m. at Regent University, Virginia Beach
• Friday, December 14 at 8 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Newport News
• Saturday, December 15 at 8 p.m. at Harrison Opera House, Norfolk

Virginia Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops
The VSO presents their must-see seasonal tradition - Holiday Pops, spotlighting the voices of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra Chorus and special guests.

• Thursday, December 20 at 8 p.m. at the Ferguson Center for the Arts, Newport News
• Friday, December 21 at 8 p.m. at Chrysler Hall, Norfolk
• Saturday, December 22 at 8 p.m. at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach

Virginia Arts Festival: The King’s Singers
Hear this beloved ensemble perform music across centuries in a special holiday program!

• Thursday, December 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Christ & St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Norfolk
• Friday, December 21 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Bede Catholic Church, Williamsburg

Symphonicity: Handel’s Messiah Sing Along
Conducted by Daniel W. Boothe, this concert includes the audience, who will sing the choruses from the Christmas portion of Messiah. Professional singers will perform the solos.

• Sunday, December 23 at 8 p.m. at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach

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