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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T150000
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SUMMARY:Tartuffe
DESCRIPTION: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 \nYou can purchase tickets by clicking here.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/tartuffe-3/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, 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:20260403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
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SUMMARY:Tartuffe
DESCRIPTION: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 \nYou can purchase tickets by clicking here.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/tartuffe-4/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, 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:20260404T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
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SUMMARY:Tartuffe
DESCRIPTION: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 \nYou can purchase tickets by clicking here.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/tartuffe-5/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, 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:20260410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260326T155008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T111457Z
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SUMMARY:RAAC Movie - Hamnet
DESCRIPTION: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.”
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/raac-movie-hamnet/
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:20260418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260408T112220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T112227Z
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SUMMARY:RAAC Movie - Train Dreams
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRecognized 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. \nAmong 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. \nThough the RAAC film is free\, donations are welcome to help offset production costs. Hearing assistance will be available.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/raac-movie-train-dreams/
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;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260224T152016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T151949Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Chorus/Drama Registration Open
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the Summer Chorus & Drama program is now open. Children can be registered here.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/summer-chorus-drama-registration-open/
LOCATION:Rappahannock County High School\, 12576 Lee Hwy\, Washington\, 22747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids Programs,RAAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260407T203949Z
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UID:12770-1777746600-1777757400@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Soup and Soul
DESCRIPTION:RAAC’s next Soup & Soul event will feature Rappahannock artist Jane Irish.  \nJane 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.    \nSoup 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. \nClick to purchase tickets.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/soup-and-soul-2/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:RAAC Events,Soup & Soul
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260503T212201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T182930Z
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SUMMARY:RAAC Talkback - Sentinels of Engaruka
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe film is free. Hearing assistance is available.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/raac-talkback-sentinels-of-engaruka/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, VA\, 22740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Talkback Series,RAAC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Rappahannock Association for Arts and Community":MAILTO:theater@raac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260505T231358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T113215Z
UID:12825-1779386400-1779393600@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Summer Concert - Rebecca Porter and the Rhinestone Roses
DESCRIPTION: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. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				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.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/summer-concert-rebecca-porter-and-the-rhinestone-roses/
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:20260531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260513T190206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T190213Z
UID:12876-1780236000-1780245000@www.raac.org
SUMMARY:Auditions for Almost\, Maine
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPerformance dates are September 25\, 26\, and 27. After a table read of the script in June\, rehearsals willbegin in mid-July. \nAll 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. \nTo sign up for an audition click here.
URL:https://www.raac.org/upcoming-events/auditions-for-almost-maine/
LOCATION:Little Washington Theatre\, 291 Gay Street\, Washington\, 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:20260612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260504T142327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T142334Z
UID:12806-1781290800-1781298000@www.raac.org
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:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260504T143115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T143121Z
UID:12813-1781449200-1781456400@www.raac.org
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:20260525T082343
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:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T082343
CREATED:20260519T182204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T182212Z
UID:12881-1782586800-1782594000@www.raac.org
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. \nDue to popularity and limited seating\, please 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.
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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