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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T190000
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SUMMARY:No Ordinary Person
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/no-ordinary-person-6/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Ordinary Person,RAAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T143121Z
CREATED:20260504T143115Z
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SUMMARY:No Ordinary Person
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/no-ordinary-person-7/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:No Ordinary Person,RAAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T145117Z
CREATED:20260506T144702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T145117Z
UID:12838-1781805600-1781812800@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Summer Concert - Pictrola
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBand members: Mike Shade (guitar\, vocals)\, Josh Ungar (mandolin\, vocals)\, Evan Sands (banjo\, vocals)\, Dan Henderson (fiddle\, vocals)\, and Taylor Gerber (bass).
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/summer-concert-pictrola/
LOCATION:Sperryville River District\, River Lane\, Sperryville\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music,Outdoor Concert,RAAC Events,Summer Concerts
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T211848Z
CREATED:20260603T211531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T211848Z
UID:12908-1781982000-1781989200@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:RAAC Movie - Sentimental Value
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThough the RAAC film is free\, donations are welcome to offset production costs. Hearing assistance is available.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/raac-movie-sentimental-value/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Films,RAAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260529T191014Z
CREATED:20260519T182204Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Hollow Bluegrass Band
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDark 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. \nThere is no charge for this concert but due to expected interest we ask that you make a reservation by clicking here. \nThough the concert is free\, RAAC will be accepting donations for production and pending theater renovation costs. Hearing assistance will be available.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/dark-hollow-bluegrass-band/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert at the Theatre,Music,RAAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T193507Z
CREATED:20260506T145953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T193507Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Concert - District Dad Band
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBand members: Paul Kilbridge (guitar\, mandolin)\, Andrew Curry (guitar\, bass)\, Al Masino (banjo\, mandolin)\, David Mortlock (ukulele\, harmonica)\, and Dustin Degrande (beatbox).
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/summer-concert-district-dad-band/
LOCATION:Sperryville River District\, River Lane\, Sperryville\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music,Outdoor Concert,RAAC Events,Summer Concerts
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260813T160218Z
CREATED:20260506T150833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T160218Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Concert - Dark Hollow
DESCRIPTION:The Sperryville Summer Concert Series welcomes traditional bluegrass band\, Dark Hollow\, to the outdoor River District Stage\, \nDark 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).  \nThe FREE concert series\, now in its sixth season\, is presented in partnership between Sperryville Community Alliance (SCA) and Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community \n 
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/summer-concert-dark-hollow/
LOCATION:Sperryville River District\, River Lane\, Sperryville\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music,Outdoor Concert,RAAC Events,Summer Concerts
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T160000
DTSTAMP:20260817T162924Z
CREATED:20260817T162920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T162924Z
UID:13027-1788012000-1788019200@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Auditions for The Lion\, Witch & Wardrobe
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAuditions 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. \nIt would be helpful to register online but not required. To register\, click here. \nIndividual 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).
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/auditions-for-the-lion-witch-wardrobe/
LOCATION:Trinity Parish Hall\, 379 Gay Street\, Washington\, VA\, 22747\, United States
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T193117Z
CREATED:20260506T151320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T193117Z
UID:12859-1789668000-1789675200@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Summer Concert - Gold Top County Ramblers
DESCRIPTION:This beloved Sperryville-based band brings their signature “string rock” and bluegrass spirit to close out the season. \nBand members: Adam Rogers (mandolin\, vocals)\, Jesse Rogers (bass)\, Tucker Rogers (resonator guitar)\, Matt Davis (banjo)\, James Reid (drums)\, and Evan Childress (fiddle).
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/summer-concert-gold-top-county-ramblers-2/
LOCATION:Sperryville River District\, River Lane\, Sperryville\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,Music,Outdoor Concert,RAAC Events,Summer Concerts
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T213000
DTSTAMP:20260819T183928Z
CREATED:20260726T211211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T183928Z
UID:12973-1790969400-1790976600@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Almost Maine
DESCRIPTION: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. \nA 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.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/almost-maine/
LOCATION:Sperryville Fire Hall\, 11871 Lee Highway\, Sperryville\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260819T183839Z
CREATED:20260819T174419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T183839Z
UID:13037-1791055800-1791063000@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION: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. \nA 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.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/almost-maine-2/
LOCATION:Sperryville Fire Hall\, 11871 Lee Highway\, Sperryville\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T183734Z
CREATED:20260819T174556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T183734Z
UID:13040-1791126000-1791133200@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION: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. \nA 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.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/almost-maine-3/
LOCATION:Sperryville Fire Hall\, 11871 Lee Highway\, Sperryville\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20261013T110736Z
CREATED:20230803T184514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T110736Z
UID:11043-1794009600-1794182399@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Fall Art Tour
DESCRIPTION:RAAC’s annual Fall Art Tour is celebrating 21 years on the weekend of November 7 and 8. Studios and galleries will be open 10AM-5PM each day. This FREE premier Virginia event features over 80 artists and a self-guided\, scenic tour of more than 30 Rappahannock County studios and galleries. Each year\, visitors come from near and far to explore our bucolic villages and back-roads\, meet the artists and take in the diversity of the art–painting\, photography\, pottery\, sculpture\, jewelry\, stained glass\, woodworking\, bookbinding and more–on this weekend heightened by peak fall colors. \nThe Tour’s Main Gallery\, located at 567 Mount Salem Avenue\, Washington\, VA is a great place to start the Tour experience\, with a preview of every Tour venue! Tour maps will be available online one week prior to the Tour. For more information\, visit https://fallarttour.org.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/fall-art-tour/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T211920Z
CREATED:20261019T211223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T211920Z
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SUMMARY:The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe
DESCRIPTION:On December 5\, 11\, and 13\, RAAC is bringing the magic of C.S. Lewis’ classic tale\, The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe to the stage at Rappahannock County High School as part of its RAAC on Tour series while our usual home\, the Little Washington Theatre\, is undergoing renovations. \nClick here to purchase tickets. \nAbout the PlayIn our modern world full of stories of fantasy\, science fiction\, alternative universes\, and super heroes\, C S Lewis’ 1950 novel The Lion\, the Witch\, and the Wardrobe holds a remarkable presence in the imaginations of young people and even adults. When RAAC held auditions for its December production of a stage adaption of the book\, we had a record number of auditioners\, including those traveling from beyond our usual catchment areas. \nOf the seven books in The Chronicles of Narnia\, this one was the first published and remains the best beloved. Lewis wrote in the introduction that it was created for his goddaughter\, acknowledging that she may have aged out of reading young adult fantasy during its longer than expected creation\, but in hopes that she would read it to her children and possibly pick it up again later in life. \nLewis had tolerated his fellow Oxford don’s mockery for his interest in fantastical stories for children but came into his own after accepting a post at Cambridge. His own life as a scholar is perhaps best known for his authorship of multiple works of Christian “apologetics” and wrestling with the problem of suffering. During WWII\, the BBC commissioned him to create weekly broadcasts to inspire and encourage the British populace as it suffered destruction\, loss of its sons in foreign fields\, and the deprivations of total war. Lion Witch and Wardrobe begins with the four children who are the focus of the story being sent away from the German blitz of London to stay in an old estate further north. Possibly one and half million English children were relocated from urban areas during the conflict. \nIn the old house\, the children discover a door to another world. No multiverses or string-theory hard science is involved in these tales by a literature professor\, similarly to those of his friend and colleague JRR Tolkein. This is magic. The religious overtones are unavoidable\, with the noble talking lion allowing himself to be sacrificed for an innocent\, but families of all faiths have enjoyed the story. In fact\, Lewis’ theosophy is nearly heretical in his own tradition\, postulating contending forces of good and evil. \nThe excitement and appeal of the story has infected not only the cast of this production; a much enlarged RAAC crew and family members are working long hours with creative enthusiasm to assure a holiday show like no other in our strong tradition. Come visit us in Narnia and experience the wonder\, an adventure of a lifetime\, and a lot of fun. \nShows will be Saturday\, December 5 (3 pm)\, Friday\, December 11 (7 pm) and Sunday\, December 13 (3 pm). Tickets ($20 for adults\, $5 for children 18 and under). \nClick here to purchase tickets. \n 
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/the-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe/
LOCATION:Rappahannock County High School\, 12576 Lee Hwy\, Washington\, 22747\, United States
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T190000
DTSTAMP:20261019T212338Z
CREATED:20261019T212214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T212338Z
UID:13085-1797015600-1797015600@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe
DESCRIPTION:On December 5\, 11\, and 13\, RAAC is bringing the magic of C.S. Lewis’ classic tale\, The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe to the stage at Rappahannock County High School as part of its RAAC on Tour series while our usual home\, the Little Washington Theatre\, is undergoing renovations. \nClick here to purchase tickets. \nAbout the PlayIn our modern world full of stories of fantasy\, science fiction\, alternative universes\, and super heroes\, C S Lewis’ 1950 novel The Lion\, the Witch\, and the Wardrobe holds a remarkable presence in the imaginations of young people and even adults. When RAAC held auditions for its December production of a stage adaption of the book\, we had a record number of auditioners\, including those traveling from beyond our usual catchment areas. \nOf the seven books in The Chronicles of Narnia\, this one was the first published and remains the best beloved. Lewis wrote in the introduction that it was created for his goddaughter\, acknowledging that she may have aged out of reading young adult fantasy during its longer than expected creation\, but in hopes that she would read it to her children and possibly pick it up again later in life. \nLewis had tolerated his fellow Oxford don’s mockery for his interest in fantastical stories for children but came into his own after accepting a post at Cambridge. His own life as a scholar is perhaps best known for his authorship of multiple works of Christian “apologetics” and wrestling with the problem of suffering. During WWII\, the BBC commissioned him to create weekly broadcasts to inspire and encourage the British populace as it suffered destruction\, loss of its sons in foreign fields\, and the deprivations of total war. Lion Witch and Wardrobe begins with the four children who are the focus of the story being sent away from the German blitz of London to stay in an old estate further north. Possibly one and half million English children were relocated from urban areas during the conflict. \nIn the old house\, the children discover a door to another world. No multiverses or string-theory hard science is involved in these tales by a literature professor\, similarly to those of his friend and colleague JRR Tolkein. This is magic. The religious overtones are unavoidable\, with the noble talking lion allowing himself to be sacrificed for an innocent\, but families of all faiths have enjoyed the story. In fact\, Lewis’ theosophy is nearly heretical in his own tradition\, postulating contending forces of good and evil. \nThe excitement and appeal of the story has infected not only the cast of this production; a much enlarged RAAC crew and family members are working long hours with creative enthusiasm to assure a holiday show like no other in our strong tradition. Come visit us in Narnia and experience the wonder\, an adventure of a lifetime\, and a lot of fun. \nShows will be Saturday\, December 5 (3 pm)\, Friday\, December 11 (7 pm) and Sunday\, December 13 (3 pm). Tickets ($20 for adults\, $5 for children 18 and under). \nClick here to purchase tickets. \n 
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/the-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe-2/
LOCATION:Rappahannock County High School\, 12576 Lee Hwy\, Washington\, 22747\, United States
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T212543Z
CREATED:20261019T212538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T212543Z
UID:13089-1797174000-1797181200@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe
DESCRIPTION:On December 5\, 11\, and 13\, RAAC is bringing the magic of C.S. Lewis’ classic tale\, The Lion\, the Witch and the Wardrobe to the stage at Rappahannock County High School as part of its RAAC on Tour series while our usual home\, the Little Washington Theatre\, is undergoing renovations. \nClick here to purchase tickets. \nAbout the PlayIn our modern world full of stories of fantasy\, science fiction\, alternative universes\, and super heroes\, C S Lewis’ 1950 novel The Lion\, the Witch\, and the Wardrobe holds a remarkable presence in the imaginations of young people and even adults. When RAAC held auditions for its December production of a stage adaption of the book\, we had a record number of auditioners\, including those traveling from beyond our usual catchment areas. \nOf the seven books in The Chronicles of Narnia\, this one was the first published and remains the best beloved. Lewis wrote in the introduction that it was created for his goddaughter\, acknowledging that she may have aged out of reading young adult fantasy during its longer than expected creation\, but in hopes that she would read it to her children and possibly pick it up again later in life. \nLewis had tolerated his fellow Oxford don’s mockery for his interest in fantastical stories for children but came into his own after accepting a post at Cambridge. His own life as a scholar is perhaps best known for his authorship of multiple works of Christian “apologetics” and wrestling with the problem of suffering. During WWII\, the BBC commissioned him to create weekly broadcasts to inspire and encourage the British populace as it suffered destruction\, loss of its sons in foreign fields\, and the deprivations of total war. Lion Witch and Wardrobe begins with the four children who are the focus of the story being sent away from the German blitz of London to stay in an old estate further north. Possibly one and half million English children were relocated from urban areas during the conflict. \nIn the old house\, the children discover a door to another world. No multiverses or string-theory hard science is involved in these tales by a literature professor\, similarly to those of his friend and colleague JRR Tolkein. This is magic. The religious overtones are unavoidable\, with the noble talking lion allowing himself to be sacrificed for an innocent\, but families of all faiths have enjoyed the story. In fact\, Lewis’ theosophy is nearly heretical in his own tradition\, postulating contending forces of good and evil. \nThe excitement and appeal of the story has infected not only the cast of this production; a much enlarged RAAC crew and family members are working long hours with creative enthusiasm to assure a holiday show like no other in our strong tradition. Come visit us in Narnia and experience the wonder\, an adventure of a lifetime\, and a lot of fun. \nShows will be Saturday\, December 5 (3 pm)\, Friday\, December 11 (7 pm) and Sunday\, December 13 (3 pm). Tickets ($20 for adults\, $5 for children 18 and under). \nClick here to purchase tickets. \n 
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/the-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe-3/
LOCATION:Rappahannock County High School\, 12576 Lee Hwy\, Washington\, 22747\, United States
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events,Theatre
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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