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Celebrate 15 years of local performing arts at this free event

Explore a variety of art forms + enjoy hands-on activities for all ages at RPAA’s Community Arts Open House.

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The Richmond Ballet's Minds in Motion performance at the Genworth Lights Up! Grand Finale!

This open house will showcase the rich diversity of the arts in the Richmond area.

Photo by Tom Topinka

Did you know? The Richmond Performing Arts Alliance (RPAA) opened Dominion Energy Center 15 years ago. The goal: To create a hub where local performing arts organizations could share their talents with the River City community.

To celebrate its 15th anniversary, RPAA, along with other local artists, is hosting a free Community Arts Open House on Sunday, Sept. 8.

Starting at 1:00 p.m., you’re invited to enjoy a day packed with fun hands-on activities, art-making workshops, theater tours, demonstrations, and performances by:

Pro tip: Pre-register for a chance to win tickets to “Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play!”

Cheers to 15 years

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