
Fun to Do: Comedians, Yo-Yo Ma, waterfront concerts and more
Looking for something to do during the next week? Here are just a few happenings in Hampton Roads.
Comedian and actor Kevin James brings his 'Owls Don't Walk' tour to the Oceanfront. 7 p.m. Friday at The Dome, 400 20th St., Virginia Beach. Tickets start at $30. To buy online, visit livenation.com.
'I Want My '80s' will feature full sets by Rick Springfield with John Waite, Wang Chung and John Cafferty. 7 p.m. Friday at Portsmouth Pavilion, 16 Crawford Circle. Tickets start at $30. For more information or to buy online, visit pavilionconcerts.com.
An afternoon with cellist Yo-Yo Ma: 'Reflections in Words and Music,' presented by Virginia Arts Festival. 3 p.m. Sunday at Chrysler Hall, 215 St. Paul's Blvd., Norfolk. Tickets start at $172.75, which includes fees. For more information, visit vafest.org.
Comedian, director and producer Nate Bargatze brings his 'Big Dumb Eyes' world tour to Norfolk for two shows. 3 and 7 p.m. Sunday at Scope arena, 201 E. Brambleton Ave. Tickets start at $52.55, which includes fees. To buy online, visit ticketmaster.com.
Ynot Wednesdays returns for the summer season, featuring various artists weekly from 5-9 p.m. June 11 through Aug. 27 on the outdoor plaza at Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, 201 Market St., Virginia Beach. The performances are free. For more information, visit sandlercenter.org/events/free-events.
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Sunset Thursdays: Concerts on the Water will feature various artists for the summer from 6:30-9 p.m. June 12 through Aug. 28 at Festival Park, 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth. For a weekly schedule, visit portsmouthparks.com/235/Sunset-Thursdays.
Events may change. Check before attending.
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