American Songwriter Magazine describes Roberta Lea as “a compelling artist,” while The Nashville Scene praises her ability to “score hits with her catchy, textured and beautifully sung originals.” The award-winning singer/songwriter released her debut album “Too Much of a Woman,” to critical acclaim and punctuated her presence in the industry with a coast-to-coast tour. Described as “country-neo-pop” with a “delicious, folky flair”, the Virginia native is known as a powerful songwriter and engaging storyteller. Listeners turned fans describe her style as one that fits comfortably between Shania Twain’s fun and catchy pop-country singles and Tracy Chapman’s heavyweight, cinematic chokeholds. As a touring member of The Black Opry, one of CMT’s Next Women of Country Class of 2023, and a voting member of The Recording Academy, Lea is steadily building a successful, sustainable artist career that will be etched in Virginia’s history and beyond.

About Ynot Wednesday
Ynot Wednesday, presented by Southern Auto Group, returns for its eighteenth season! This outdoor summer concert series takes place on the Sandler Center Outdoor Plaza every Wednesday from 5pm - 9pm. 

Over twelve weeks, visitors will enjoy a musical panorama of live local bands showcasing a diversity of genres from pop, country, big brass, Motown, rock, and more. Alongside free music, guests can purchase food, water, and soft drinks from title sponsor Ynot Italian, offering delicious pizza, sandwiches, and gelato all season long. Beer, wine, and craft cocktails will also be available for purchase.

Guests can plan to interact with our many sponsors and vendors, including Sinclair Communications, Southern Auto Group, Cycle World Powersports, Cannability Consulting, and more!

Feeling the summer heat? Venture inside the Sandler Center to cool off, visit the restrooms, or take a gallery stroll through the public art displayed on the second and third-floor lobbies. The Kids Craft Corner in the Miller Studio will also be open for families to enjoy make-and-take art projects and activities*.

The Ynot Wednesday concert series has been a long-standing summer favorite of Hampton Roads residents and visitors. For more information, to purchase a VIP or café table, or to become a vendor or sponsor, please visit sandlercenter.org/ynot.

*Kids Craft Corner dates are subject to the availability of the Miller Studio.