Charlottesville is home to vibrant musical and theatrical communities and host to performers from around the globe.

Here is a list of our popular venues…

John Paul Jones Arena
The Charlottesville Pavilion
The Paramount Theater
Ash Lawn Opera Festival (July – August)
University of Virginia Department of Drama
The University of Virginia’s McIntire Department of Music
University of Virginia Dance Performance
Live Arts
Play on! Theatre
The Jefferson

and a little further afield, but well worth the drive:
The Blackfriars Playhouse at the American Shakespeare Center

We are also home to countless smaller clubs and restaurants featuring music nightly. For comprehensive listings check out the calendars at Cville Weekly and The Hook.

Finally, check out the UVA website for this guide to the Arts on Grounds.