Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford & Walter Bobbie
Based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford
Music by Tom Snow; Lyrics by Dean Pitchford
Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins & Jim Steinman
Directed by Ricky Drummond
Previews: May 8 & 9
Opening: May 10
Get ready to cut loose and kick off your Sunday shoes with the electrifying stage adaptation of Footloose! This high-energy production brings the iconic 1980s film to life with its unforgettable soundtrack and toe-tapping choreography. Follow Ren McCormack, a city teenager who shakes up a small town’s rigid dance ban, as he fights for freedom and self-expression. With vibrant dance numbers, heartwarming moments, and a story that celebrates the power of music and movement, Footloose is a joyous, feel-good experience that will have you dancing in your seat.
Special Events
Talkback: Sunday, June 1 following 2 pm performance.
Standing Up, Speaking Out: Censorship, Community, and the Power of Expression - Join us for a post-show conversation following the matinee performance of Footloose as we explore real-world themes explored in the story. Featuring special guest, Virginia State Senator Jennifer Boysko, this talkback will dive into how individuals and communities respond to censorship and why speaking up matters now more than ever.
Pride Affinity Night: Friday, June 6 @ 8pm
Members of the LGBTQ+ community can use code PRIDE40 for $40 tickets to our Friday, June 6 performance. After the show, head onstage for a fun, high-energy dance class led by Footloose choreographer Stefan Sittig, featuring moves from the musical! Feeling festive? Anyone wearing a cowboy hat or boots gets a free drink on us!