RAAC Movie - Being There
2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
This satirical comedy, directed by Hal Ashby and based on the 1970 novel by Jerzy Kosinski, is about a simple gardener named “Chance”, played by the iconic Peter Sellers, who improbably mutates into “Chauncey Gardiner”, an influencer among America’s movers and elites. The film is a profound social commentary on media lords, and the people of privilege and power they follow.
Earning an Academy Awards’ Best Actor nomination for his starring role, Sellers demonstrated his comic mastery as Chauncey, bolstered by an all-star cast that includes Shirley MacLaine and Melvyn Douglas, winner of the Academy Awards’ Best Supporting Actor.
Film accolades include the British Academy Film Award for Best Screenplay and the Writers Guild of America Award for Best Comedy Adapted from Another Medium. In 2015, the Library of Congress selected Being There for preservation in the National Film Registry, finding it culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.
Though RAAC film screenings are free, donations are always welcome to offset production costs. Hearing assistance is available.

RAAC Movie - When Harry Met Sally
2026-01-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
RAAC’s January movie is the critically acclaimed 1989 romantic comedy, When Harry Met Sally. Directed by Rob Reiner and starring Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher, and Bruno Kirby, the film follows the title characters from the time they meet in Chicago and share a drive to New York City, through twelve years of chance encounters, and addresses the question, “Can men and women ever just be friends?”
Written by Nora Ephron, the film received the BAFTA Award for Best Original Screenplay. Ranked as one of the top comedy films in American cinema, other accolades include Academy Award, WGA Award and Golden Globe nominations.
Though the RAAC film is free, donations are always welcome to offset production costs. Hearing assistance is available.

RAAC Movie - Beauty and the Beast
2026-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
In celebration of unexpected love on the Eve of Valentine’s Day, RAAC will show Jean Cocteau’s 1946 classic “La Belle et La Bete,” or Beauty and the Beast, at the Little Washington Theatre, at 6 o’clock on Friday February 13 ( a test run of an earlier start for RAAC movies). Based on the 18th century fairy tale, the story unfolds like a beautiful but disturbing departure from the ordinary, with plenty of special effects created without any of today’s computer-assisted techniques.
Cocteau’s treatment of the eerie romance has been called “realism of the unreal. ” Audiences can watch a credible, if dreamy, young woman’s journey from horror to empathy to love for the beast, who has taken her hostage as part of a shocking deal imposed on her father when he is staggered by a business failure. Jean Marais plays the lonely, misunderstood beast, as well as two competing suitors for the affection of Belle, played by Josette Day.
Reports of the filming experience in post-war France add to the fascination. Marais would endure five hours of make-up time, with fur strips attached to his face and hefty incisors inserted in his mouth. And during the production period, Cocteau himself was stricken by a painful skin disorder requiring penicillin every three hours.
This French film includes subtitles, and RAAC provides hearing assistance, helpful in taking in the French dialogue and the sumptuous score by the French composer Georges Auric.
This special evening is free, but RAAC welcomes donations to cover productions costs.

Auditions for The Dining Room
2026-03-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
“The Dining Room” by A. R. Gurney is a comedy of manners, set in a single dining room where 18 scenes from different households overlap and intertwine. Each story is focused around a different family during different time periods who has in their possession the same dining room furniture set, manufactured in 1898. Portrayed with compassionate humor and abundant humanity, the action is a mosaic of interrelated scenes —some funny, some touching, some rueful—which, taken together, create an in-depth portrait of a vanishing species: the upper-middle-class WASP (White Anglo-Saxon Protestant).
If you would like to audition please complete an audition form here.

Tartuffe
2026-03-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-03-28 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-29 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
Tartuffe, the greatest hit from France’s greatest wit, presented by RAAC Theatre. Moliere’s 17th Century, masterful take-down of religious hypocrisy staged in full period dress by some of your most beloved actors. Translation by Richard Wilbur
You can purchase tickets by clicking here.

RAAC Movie - Hamnet
2026-04-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
RAAC’s second April movie will be Hamnet, the acclaimed Shakespeare-related film whose lead, Jessie Buckley, accepted the Oscar for best actress for her role as Agnes Shakespeare. Hamnet, had multiple Oscar nominations, including best picture and best adapted screenplay. Hamnet director Chloé Zhao was nominated for best director. The film carries the name of Shakespeare’s only son, Hamnet, whose death was the inspiration of the play many consider the master playwright’s best, Hamlet. Max Weiss, critic of Baltimore, said “The film is thoroughly imbued with that blend of mysticism and naturalism.”

RAAC Movie - Train Dreams
2026-04-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
On Saturday, April 18 at 6PM (so viewers can set out for dinner after the movie ends), RAAC will screen the celebrated four-time Oscar nominee, Train Dreams. Train Dreams is an American period drama directed by Chris Bentley, adapted from Denis Johnson’s 2011 novella, starring Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones.. Set in Idaho, the story traces the 80-year life of Robert Grainier. Orphaned as a child, Robert drifts through life, finding work on railroad and logging projects, witnessing tragedies, including the deaths of fellow workers, and enduring the destruction of his family cabin. He eventually settles into a quieter existence, reflecting on life’s fleeting moments and maintaining a spiritual connection to lost loved ones.
Recognized as one of the top ten films of 2025, the film is celebrated for its cinematic artistry, evocative storytelling, and deeply human performances, establishing it as a standout work of contemporary American cinema.
Among the film’s many accolades, notable awards include: Best Feature, Best Director, and Best Cinematography at the Film Independent Spirit Awards; and nominations for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography, and Best Original Song, at the 2026 Academy Awards.
Though the RAAC film is free, donations are welcome to help offset production costs. Hearing assistance will be available.

Summer Chorus/Drama Registration Open
2026-05-01 - 2026-06-08 | Rappahannock County High School, 12576 Lee Hwy, Washington, 22747, United States
Registration for the Summer Chorus & Drama program is now open. Children can be registered here.

Soup and Soul
2026-05-02 18:30 - 21:30 | VA
RAAC’s next Soup & Soul event will feature Rappahannock artist Jane Irish.
Jane and her husband Crispin Sartwell have recently established residence in Woodville, with Crispin’s mother, long-time resident, Joyce Abell. Jane uses a diverse range of mediums, including oil on linen, distemper on linen, high- fire and low-fire ceramics, and plaster models and molds. Her paintings create confrontations and coexistences between realms of history, such as ornamentation and political protest, art and warfare, poetry and architecture. Jane has done major commissions like the ceiling of the new building at the Princeton University Art Museum, which opened in 2025, and is represented by the prestigious Locks Gallery in Philadelphia.
Soup and Soul events include a potluck dinner in a host home, along with a presentation by and conversation with a local artist. Tickets ($25) must be purchased in advance and information about the host home will be provided upon purchase.
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RAAC Talkback - Sentinels of Engaruka
2026-05-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
Created by Tanzanian filmmakers, this short documentary brings into view a remarkable place where endangered giraffes live alongside the Maasai community in the Rift Valley of Tanzania, exploring what it means to share space, adapt to change, and hold onto culture while facing an uncertain future. Sentinels of Engaruka sparks conversation about community leadership, open lands, biodiversity, and the global relevance of local solutions. For those who care about conservation, justice, or the future of climate resilience, this is a timely and powerful story that is sure to generate thoughtful discussion.
The film is free. Hearing assistance is available.

Summer Concert - Rebecca Porter and the Rhinestone Roses
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Sperryville River District, River Lane, Sperryville, VA, 22740, United States
Due to today’s (May 21) weather forecast, tonight’s kick-off concert of the Sperryville Summer Concert Series with Rebecca Porter and the Rhinestone Roses, will be held indoors at Copper Fox Distillery, 9 River Lane, Sperryville.

Raised in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley and born in Guam, Rebecca Porter’s bold songwriting and striking voice blend Appalachia with Pacific Island warmth. Her 2023 EP Queen of the Local and 2025 debut Roll with the Punches have earned national acclaim from NPR’s Mountain Stage, No Depression, The Bluegrass Situation, KEXP, and Lonesome Highway. Expect a dynamic six-piece band featuring guitars, fiddle, pedal steel, bass, and drums.

Auditions for Almost, Maine
2026-05-31 14:00 - 16:30 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
Set in a town too small to be a town and too populated to be wilderness Almost, Maine by John Carianiis a popular 2004 romantic comedy-drama. It is composed of nine, loosely connected vignettes exploringlove and loss in a remote, mythical town in northern Maine. On a cold, magical Midwinter Night,residents experience the literal, magical, and often humorous realities of relationships, heartbreak, andunexpected connections under the aurora borealis.
Performance dates are September 25, 26, and 27. After a table read of the script in June, rehearsals willbegin in mid-July.
All roles are open for actors teen-aged to older adults. Auditions will be held on Sunday, May 31 from2:00 to 4:30 pm and ON Monday, June 1 (6:30 – 8:00 pm) (or by special arrangement with the director,if necessary) at the Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA.
To sign up for an audition click here.

No Ordinary Person
2026-06-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
RAAC’s annual No Ordinary Person show, an evening of autobiographical tales told by Rappahannock residents, is coming up on Friday, June 12 (7 pm) and Sunday, June 14 (3 pm). Storytellers this year include Teresa Barger, Lynn Dolnick, Edward and Paula Hughes, and Larry Wohlers. This will be the last performance at the Little Washington Theatre before we close for our exciting renovation project. Tickets are $20 (or $25 at the door) and can be purchased here.

Summer Concert - Pictrola
2026-06-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Sperryville River District, River Lane, Sperryville, VA, 22740, United States
Known for electrifying performances at festivals like Grey Fox, DelFest, and IBMA Live, Northern Virginia’s Pictrola fuses bluegrass tradition with freewheeling improvisation. Their hit song “More Than We Can Fix” won a 2024 WAMMIE Award, and “Indy Air” landed on Spotify’s Newgrass playlist. The band’s diverse influences — from jazz to jamgrass — make every show unpredictable and full of energy.
Band members: Mike Shade (guitar, vocals), Josh Ungar (mandolin, vocals), Evan Sands (banjo, vocals), Dan Henderson (fiddle, vocals), and Taylor Gerber (bass).

RAAC Movie - Sentimental Value
2026-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
Sentimental Value is a multi-layered Norwegian drama directed by Joachim Trier that earned the Oscar for Best International Feature Film, a historic win for Norway following years of nominations. The movie follows an aging filmmaker embarking on what will likely be his final work. The making of the film involves a return to a family home he left decades earlier, and a traumatic history during his own childhood. The superb acting by the women playing his estranged daughters make this a psychologically nuanced film, whose brilliant ending affirms that art can reconcile and integrate all that history has left broken and damaged. Starring Stellan Skarsgård, Renate Reinsve, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas and Elle Fanning.
Though the RAAC film is free, donations are welcome to offset production costs. Hearing assistance is available.

Dark Hollow Bluegrass Band
2026-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22740, United States
RAAC announces a special, FREE concert Saturday, June 27, 7-9PM at Little Washington Theatre, 291 Gay Street, featuring The Dark Hollow Bluegrass Band, a popular, traditional bluegrass group based in Madison, VA. The performance will be in honor of Rappahannock’s own, celebrated photographer, musician and RAAC founder Charlie Tompkins. This will be the final performance at Little Washington Theatre before closing for a year-long renovation.
Dark Hollow’s core lineup features: Paul Fincham (five-string banjo and vocals); Larry Haynes (guitar and vocals); Bob Cook (lead guitar and vocals); Buck Morris (mandolin and vocals); Steve Lamb (upright bass). Special guests will also perform.
There is no charge for this concert but due to expected interest we ask that you make a reservation by clicking here.
Though the concert is free, RAAC will be accepting donations for production and pending theater renovation costs. Hearing assistance will be available.

Summer Concert - District Dad Band
2026-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Sperryville River District, River Lane, Sperryville, VA, 22740, United States
A local favorite with an irreverent twist, District Dad Band gets the crowd dancing to everything from bluegrass to classic rock to pop hits. They promise fun for the whole family — and the occasional surprise cover you didn’t know you needed.
Band members: Paul Kilbridge (guitar, mandolin), Andrew Curry (guitar, bass), Al Masino (banjo, mandolin), David Mortlock (ukulele, harmonica), and Dustin Degrande (beatbox).

Summer Concert - Dark Hollow
2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Sperryville River District, River Lane, Sperryville, VA, 22740, United States
The Sperryville Summer Concert Series welcomes traditional bluegrass band, Dark Hollow, to the outdoor River District Stage,
Dark Hollow’s core lineup features: Paul Fincham (five-string banjo and vocals); Larry Haynes (guitar and vocals); Bob Cook (lead guitar and vocals); Buck Morris (mandolin and vocals); Steve Lamb (upright bass).
The FREE concert series, now in its sixth season, is presented in partnership between Sperryville Community Alliance (SCA) and Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community

Auditions for The Lion, Witch & Wardrobe
2026-08-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Trinity Parish Hall, 379 Gay Street, Washington, VA, 22747, United States
RAAC announces auditions for The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe to be staged in December. In this classic tale by C.S. Lewis, what begins as a simple game of hide and seek quickly turns into the adventure of a lifetime as four children walk through a wardrobe and into the land of Narnia. The show will be directed by Hugh Hill, who says there are parts for young actors of all ages, with a limited number of roles for adults as well.
Auditions will be held on Saturday, August 29 (2 – 4 pm) and Sunday, August 30 (2 – 4 pm) at the Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 379 Gay Street, Washington VA 22747.
It would be helpful to register online but not required. To register, click here.
Individual auditions can also be scheduled by appointment if necessary (contact stage manager Beth Plentovich at ebplen@gmail.com or 540-675-1059 if It you can’t come on Aug 29 or 30).

Summer Concert - Gold Top County Ramblers
2026-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Sperryville River District, River Lane, Sperryville, VA, 22740, United States
This beloved Sperryville-based band brings their signature “string rock” and bluegrass spirit to close out the season.
Band members: Adam Rogers (mandolin, vocals), Jesse Rogers (bass), Tucker Rogers (resonator guitar), Matt Davis (banjo), James Reid (drums), and Evan Childress (fiddle).

Almost Maine
2026-10-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Sperryville Fire Hall, 11871 Lee Highway, Sperryville, VA, 22740, United States
While the Little Washington Theatre is being renovated, RAAC will be producing shows in other community settings. The play Almost, Maine, directed by Patty Hardee, is scheduled for the first weekend of October with performances at 7:30 pm on October 2nd and 3rd and 3:00 pm on October 4th. You can reserve tickets by clicking here.
A bit about the play:One cold, clear night in the middle of winter, while the Northern lights hover in the sky above, the residents of Almost, Maine find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. This play is an interlinked collection of heartwarming and heartbreaking stories that will have you thinking about love in an entirely new way.

Almost, Maine
2026-10-03 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-10-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Sperryville Fire Hall, 11871 Lee Highway, Sperryville, VA, 22740, United States
