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Virtual Sandler Center

During this unprecedented time, while we miss you all dearly, we want to continue to be a resource for the community even though the bright lights of our stage may be off. While the show can't currently go on, we want to bring a smile to your day and we can do that by connecting virtually while we are physically apart! So we would like to open our virtual doors, raise our virtual curtains, and give you access to some great programs and performances. We look forward to reopening our actual doors to you soon, but in the meantime, check back to this webpage frequently and follow us on social media as we will share fun videos, resources, and photos that will keep us all virtually connected. For event updates, please visit SandlerCenter.org/events-updates. 

Sign up to receive email updates on virtual content, as well as event status updates and new safety protocols for when the Sandler Center begins to reopen. 

CONNECT WITH US IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS:

1. JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP

We invite you to post, comment, and share videos of your past performances and new home-bound practice sessions on our virtual stage for our entire community to enjoy. Check out #MusicMondays as we share music from local to national acts, #TriviaTuesdays as we share fun facts about the Sandler Center and Sandler Center Foundation, and Sandler Center Foundation's #FamilyFridays where we will post past performances from our Educational Programs for all Pre-K-12 students and their families. 

Virtual Ynot Wednesdays

Check out a previously recorded Ynot Wednesdays Virtual Concert. Videos from Good Shot Judy, Anthony Rosano, Logan Vath, Chase Payne, The Ben Phelps Project, Gratiot Lake Road, Rocky 7, Nathan Dean Band, Michael Christopher, Ben Rosenblum, 5Starr, and Delirious George can be found on our Facebook page, in the Virtual Stage Coastal Virginia Facebook Group, or on our YouTube page! 

Virtual Concerts YouTube Playlist

Thank you to our Sponsors!

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Kellie Rose - I'm Fine Virtual Tour

You can also check out Kellie Rose's previously performed virtual concert for Virginia Beach, apart of her national virtual tour, on our Facebook page or on our YouTube page.

Virtual Concerts YouTube Playlist 

Kellie Rose is a singer/songwriter from Seattle, WA. Her expansive and unique sound pushes the boundaries of the singer/songwriter genre - as she integrates EDM, R&B, Pop, and Hip-Hop styles in her music. Demonstrating extensive flexibility throughout her sonic landscape, by staying true to her singer/songwriter core. Layering live instrumentation through the guitar and piano add a poetic and passionate film to each song. Kellie breaks the traditional mold of what you think a singer/songwriter sounds like by her multi-genre influence and hunger for collaboration. Like any true gypsy soul she has set her eyes on the horizon and is here to show you all the tricks up her sleeve.

2. "What Is On Your Playlist?"

The Sandler Center and Sandler Center Foundation have asked some of our local Coastal Virginia friends "What is on your playlist?" to bring themed Spotify and YouTube playlists to you. Throughout the upcoming weeks, we will be posting fun playlists for you to enjoy. Join the Virtual Stage Coastal Virginia Facebook group to make sure you don't miss one!

We kick it off with Fall Hits from the Sandler Center and Sandler Center Foundation staff.

Check out Fall Hits on Spotify

Check out Fall Hits on YouTube

3. Check Out #VirtualStageCoVA

While our resident company performers are unable to perform together, they are practicing at home! Follow us on social media as we share their videos of them practicing at home.

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Virtual Stage Performance #1

Symphonicity Violaist 
Shirley Luu Smith!

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Virtual Stage Performance #2

VSO Trombonist 
Tanner Antonetti!

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Virtual Stage Performance #3

VSO Violinst 
Mayu Cipriano!

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Virtual Stage Performance #4

VSO Cellist
Mike Daniels!

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Virtual Stage Performance #5

VSO Assistant Principal Bass
Scott Harris!

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VSO's YouTube

Check out VSO's YouTube page for more virtual stage content and learning lab lessons! 

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4. FILL OUT THE SANDLER CENTER ACTIVITY PAGES

5. WATCH VIRTUAL PERFORMANCES

Check out performances from a variety of performers that have graced the Sandler Center stage.

Melissa Etheridge

Melissa Etheridge performed at the Sandler Center in May of 2019. She has been going live almost every day on Facebook! Check her out on Facebook. 

Melissa Etheridge Facebook Page

Tommy Emmanuel

Tommy Emmanuel has been going live on Facebook and Instagram weekly. Check out his pages!

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Tommy Emmanuel Instagram

On Friday, May 8 Tommy released The Best of Tommysongs. Available to purchase on his website. 

Itzhak Perlman

When the doors to the Sandler Center opened in 2007, Itzhak Perlman was the first performer. During this time, he was been doing various live videos on Facebook. 

Itzhak Perlman Facebook Page

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Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo has been posting recording of past performances and going live Tuesdays for #TrocksTakeoverTuesday. 

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Renée Fleming

Join Renée Fleming for Music and Mind Live on Tuesdays at 5 PM EST on Facebook. Renée talks with scientists and practitioners working at the fascinating intersection of arts, neuroscience, and health, discussing the powerful impact of music and arts on childhood development, healthy aging, loneliness, pain management, and rehabilitation. 

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6. EXPERIENCE CONCERTS AT HOME VIA WHRO

  • Listen to WHRO Classical on Fridays at 9 PM to hear previous Virginia Symphony Orchestra concerts. 
  • Listen to WHRO Classical to hear various previous Virginia Arts Festival concerts. VAF shares the upcoming concert schedule on their Facebook page. 
    • Raymond Jones speaks with Tasmin Little, renowned British violinist and Virginia Arts Festival performer.
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7. VISIT THE SANDLER CENTER FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE FOR MORE RESOURCES

8. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA! 

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#HappyThanksgiving from your friends at the #SandlerCenter. We hope you are able to enjoy the day safely with friends and family. 🦃
Our next themed playlist is an eclectic soundtrack for Thanksgiving Day from Karen Philion, President and CEO of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra! 🦃 - With a nod to Karen’s roots in Tennessee and North Carolina, these songs speak to love, faith, family, and the passage of time. Whether you’re on your own this year or safely gathered with friends and family, Karen, the VSO, and the Sandler Center wish you a safe and peaceful holiday season filled with gratitude – and music! - Link in our bio to enjoy. 🎶
"We're gonna have the hap-hap-happiest Christmas." - Clark Griswold 🎅 - Is your favorite Christmas movie Christmas Vacation? 🎄 You won't want to miss this! - Join Chevy Chase (Clark) and Beverly D'Angelo (Ellen) on November 28 at 8 PM EST (next week!) as they lead audiences through this live event where they will share fan-favorite clips from the movie, reveal their favorite memories from the making of the Vacation franchise, and answer your questions in a live audience Q & A. - Tickets are on sale now for this virtual event for $25 per device. Link in our bio to purchase.
Say goodbye to 2020 with our curated music playlists! 🎶 We have asked some of our local Coastal Virginia friends "What is on your playlist?" to bring themed Spotify and YouTube playlists to you. 🤩 Throughout the upcoming weeks, we will be posting fun playlists for you to enjoy. - Our first playlist is "Fall Hits" 🍂 from the @SandlerCenterFoundation and Sandler Center staff. Let us know what song is your favorite! Link in our bio to check them out.
#ThrowbackThursday Can you guess this past Sandler Center performer? *Hint* 🎤 She has performed at the Sandler Center multiple times. 👩 Her self-titled debut album was released in 1988. 🏆 She won her first Grammy for "Ain't It Heavy" Let us know in the comments your guess!
While the Sandler Center is closed, we want to connect you with some of the great businesses in Town Center of Virginia Beach! This week we are featuring Einstein Bros. Bagels! ☕ - Einstein Bros. Bagels proudly serves gourmet bagels baked fresh in-store every day and delicious egg sandwiches, signature lunch sandwiches, piping hot coffee, cookies, muffins, juices, smoothies, and more. Check them out for your morning coffee and bagel, pick up a bagel box for the office, or let them cater your next special event or office meeting.
On this day in #SandlerCenter history, in 2015 international master of the solo guitar, #TommyEmmanual, performed on our stage. 🎸 - See Tommy again at the Sandler Center on May 5, 2021.
Help us support out of work Arts & Entertainment employees this holiday season. 🥫 With support from multiple Arts & Entertainment organizations in #HamptonRoads, we will be collecting donations from November 16-20 to support employees who have been affected by the pandemic. - Your donation will directly benefit a neighbor in need. Donations will be collected outside the #SandlerCenter Box Office. Donations should be non-perishable, non-breakable, and products that are good for at least 6 months.
Thank you to all those who have served and are serving. We thank you for your service. #HonoringOurVeterans 🇺🇸
Light up your holidays and join Christmas’s favorite couple, Ellen and Clark Griswold for this virtual salute to the holiday classic, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation! 🎄 - Chevy Chase (Clark) and Beverly D’Angelo (Ellen) lead audiences through this live event as they share fan-favorite clips from the movie, reveal their favorite memories from the making of the Vacation franchise, and answer your questions in a live audience Q & A on November 28 at 8 PM EST. 🎉 - Tickets are $25 per household, one device, and as many viewers as you'd like. Tickets at the link in our bio.
Today is National STEM/STEAM Day! 🎨🔬📡 - Did you know in 2019, 11,000 fifth graders from Chesapeake, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach attended 3 STEAM days across Hampton Roads? The Sandler Center Foundation interactive display at these events contributed to the ARTS component of the day with a focus on theatrical lighting. - Multiple theater lights were on display for engaging learning and exploration. Guided by production experts from our staff, students were able to manipulate the size, shape, angles, and focus of projections while learning about theater lighting. 💡
It’s #ElectionDay! 🇺🇸 Visit elections.virginia.gov to find your polling place.
Meet our new neighbors @gathr757! 👋 - At Gather, they're on a mission to transform how work gets done because they believe you deserve more than just a desk; you deserve a community. They are designed to help businesses of all sizes thrive. Working from home isn't for everyone, so book a tour of Gather today at www.workatgather.com.
Happy Halloween 👻 from all of us at the Sandler Center! 🕸
Today is Architecture Day for Arts & Humanities Month! #ShowYourArt2020 - Our soaring glass façade reveals the magnificent lobby, the grand staircase, and glittering chandelier, allowing passersby in #TownCenterofVirginiaBeach a view into what is going on in the #SandlerCenter. Additionally, it allows patrons inside the Sandler Center to see out into Town Center. - #FunFact about the Sandler Center architecture, multiple groups worked on the building. Philip Johnson and Alan Ritchie designed the theater space. A local firm, CMSS, designed the pre-function spaces and exterior. While this firm no longer exists, the principal was Mike Ashe.
David, our General Manager, enjoyed dinner at our neighbor Cantina Laredo this past week! What a great spot to enjoy the Town Center of Virginia Beach views. 🌇
We would like to congratulate Kyra Coco, a former member of #BalletVirginia, for earning a spot with American Ballet Theatre's Studio Company in #NewYorkCity! 🍎 - Kyra trained with Ballet Virginia from age three to fifteen. At fifteen years old, she left for Houston Ballet on a full scholarship to train year-round and now she is headed to NYC. Help us congratulate Kyra! 🎉 - - #Ballet #Virginia #VirginiaBeach #Dance
We love this illustration from @cherilyncolbert! Check out the full piece on #towncenterofvirginiabeach page! 😍 #ShowYourArt2020 ✨ ・・・ #Repost @towncenterofvirginiabeach
This week's #SandlerCenterMasterclass features the YMCA at Town Center! Two virtual classes are available to purchase at YnotTix.com. - 1️⃣ A 45-minute Virtual Regymen HIIT Training Workout = $20. REGYMEN Fitness workouts offer an interval training style workout where time flies and calories burn, and we provide the mental encouragement, inspiration, and social interaction proven to help individuals reach their health and fitness goals faster than going at it alone. This will be held virtually. The non-member rate for this class is normally $22. - 2️⃣ A 45-minute Virtual Regymen HIIT Training Workout and MyZone Heart Rate Monitor = $75. This class will include a scheduled individual phone call prior to the workout to set up MyZone belt and client consultation. This is a great deal as the Heart Rate Monitor alone retails for $130! - Both classes will be held with a trainer virtually. A call will be set up prior to the workout to discuss the class and your specific needs. Burn calories while trying a new workout from the comfort of your home! 💪 You do not need to be a YMCA member to purchase these packages.
A fun, fall chocolate-filled activity perfect for all ages! 🍫 Join us this week for the Sandler Center Masterclass featuring The Royal Chocolate! This is the perfect activity to do yourself, with kids, or even over zoom! Packages are available at YnotTix.com. The package includes all the materials needed to make a fall/Halloween inspired chocolate bar.
October is Arts & Humanities Month! Throughout the month we will be sharing stories and photos with the hashtag #ShowYourArt2020. 🎨 - October 4 recognizes Public Art. The #SandlerCenter is proud to host two public artworks, along with a public art gallery. One of the pieces is the stunning large-scale kinetic sculpture called Wings on the Sandler Center Plaza! - Check out the one-of-a-kind art that gets to call the Sandler Center home on our website at the link in our bio.
This week's Sandler Center #Masterclass features #TupeloHoney! 😋 - Join us as Chef Aaron teaches us how to make their delicious biscuits. Purchase a package at YnotTix.com to receive instructions and ingredients to make the biscuit and their classic Tupelo Honey cookbook. Link in our bio to purchase a package. Package is $39.
One year ago today, The Righteous Brothers performed at the #SandlerCenter!✨ - With major hits like "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin", "Ebb Tide", "Soul and Inspiration", "Rock and Roll Heaven", and "Unchained Melody", the duo put on a great show. - #SandlerCenterHistory #OnThisDay