The Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach’s premier cultural venue, is pleased to announce that all 2009-2010 season performances are now on sale. The “Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse Great Performance Series presented by Charles Barker Lexus” features concerts by popular, classical, and jazz music stars, dance, comedy, holiday, and family entertainment. 

All tickets are on sale Aug. 31 at 10 a.m.; patrons can purchase season tickets by calling 1-888-3-COX-TIX, online at www.COXTix.com, or by visiting the Sandler Center Box Office.

The Adventures of Harold & The Purple Crayon

Based on the delightful picture books by Crockett Johnson. With charming actors, life-size puppets, masks, magic, and music, this production will delight and amaze the young and young at heart! (Grades K-4) 

Friday, Oct. 9, 7 p.m. - $29, $24, $20, $14

Bradford Marsalis Quartet

The "new" Branford Marsalis Quartet continues to bring music that is "...loud, fast, aggressive, elaborate, generous and interactive. In other words...extremely good." –   The New York Times

Saturday, Oct. 10, 8 p.m. - $56, $42, $32, $22

The Robert Cray Band

With five Grammy awards and plenty of W.C. Handy Awards, Robert Cray has been playing his own smooth mix of popular and traditional blues for 30 years, sharing the stage with virtually every blues master of the past 25 years.

Friday, Oct. 16, 8 p.m. - $65, $46, $36

Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams’ outstanding live concerts have established him as one of the world's best rock singers.  This year, Adams has added a few special performances at select intimate venues like the Sandler, providing a rare opportunity for fans to see him like never before. Tickets go on sale Friday, Sept. 18 at 10 a.m.

Monday, Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m. - $87, $67, $47

Paul Anka

Topping the Billboard charts in every decade since the 1950s with songs he wrote for greats like Frank Sinatra, Buddy Holly, and Tom Jones, and of course, himself. My Way, It Doesn't Matter Anymore, She’s a Lady, and Puppy Love to name a few.

Tuesday, Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m. - $81, $67, $57, $47

Brian Wilson

Co-founder of the Beach Boys, songwriter, and legendary producer, arranger, and performer of some of the most cherished music in rock history. Surfin’ USA; I Get Around; Fun, Fun, Fun; California Girls; and Good Vibrations to name a few.

Saturday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. - $71, $56, $45

TAP DOGS

An award-winning international sensation and rough, tough, rocking theatrical entertainment that has revolutionized the way tap dance is presented to modern audiences.

Tuesday, Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m. - $54, $42, $32

CSI: Live!

An exciting, interactive journey through the fascinating world of crime scene investigations. With the help of a room full of audience recruits, they will use their superior logic and forensic know-how to investigate the evidence and solve the crime! (Ages 8+)

Thursday, Nov. 5, 7 p.m. - $29, $24, $20, $14

MOMIX: Best of MOMIX

For years, audiences have watched choreographer/director Moses Pendleton transform dancers into figments of his imagination: unpredictable, sometimes bizarre and notoriously out of this world. Don't miss this surreal journey though a unique universe of movement featuring over 25 years of work.

Sunday, Nov. 15, 7 p.m. - $47, $37, $27

Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons

One of the most distinctive voices in all of rock & roll and a true American pop music icon. Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and named longevity champ of the rock era by Billboard Magazine.

Thursday, Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m. - $127, $87, $67, $47

The American Boychoir

Regarded as the United States’ premier concert boys’ choir and one of the finest boychoirs in the world. Continually dazzling audiences with a unique blend of musical sophistication, effervescent spirit and ensemble virtuosity.

Monday, Dec. 7, 7:30 p.m. - $45, $31, $21, $16

Michael McDonald

Multiple Grammy Award-winner and one of the most popular and distinctive vocalists of our time. His signature soul and smooth rock style debuted with the Doobie Brothers, creating hits like What a Fool Believes, Minute By Minute, and Taking It to the Streets.

Thursday, Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m. - $70, $60, $48, $38

Tomie dePaola’s Strega Nona: The Musical

Based on the children's books by Tomie de-Paola, Strega Nona is the delightful musical tale of a friendly witch who saves her tiny town from being engulfed by a magical pasta pot. A delicious good time!  (Grades 1-6)

Thursday, Jan. 14, 7 p.m. - $29, $24, $20, $14

Marc Cohn

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, pianist, acoustic and electric guitarist, Marc Cohn is often named among the most personal, most introspective lyricists of his generation. He has continued to record and tour nationally ever since his 1990s debut hit Walking in Memphis.

Saturday, Feb. 13, 8 p.m. - $64, $56, $46, $34

Camelot

Rediscover the grandeur of one of history’s greatest love stories in Lerner and Loewe’s classic masterpiece, Camelot. “Timeless.” — The New York Times.

Tuesday, Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m. - $60, $50, $39, $31

Bo Bice

Still topping the charts across the globe, American Idol Season 4 runner-up and passionate Alabama-born singer/songwriter will grace the Sandler Center stage. His music spans a broad spectrum of genres from gritty Southern rock, upbeat funk, smooth soul, and stark emotional ballads.

Wednesday, Feb. 17, 7:30 p.m. - $37, $27

Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández

Featuring 78 expert dancers and musicians well versed in the beautiful dancing traditions of Mexico, the music, technical perfection, traditional dress, and original choreographies take audiences centuries into the past.

Tuesday, Feb. 23, 7:30 p.m. - $47, $37, $27

Monterey Jazz Festival On Tour

Featuring a stunning combination of critically acclaimed jazz legends: pianist Kenny Barron, violinist Regina Carter, seven-time Grammy nominee Kurt Elling, and guitarist Russell Malone. You don't have to go to Monterey to hear the best in jazz – we're bringing it to the Sandler Center.

Wednesday, Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. - $62, $48, $36, $26

Suzanne Vega

Widely regarded as one of the most brilliant songwriters of her generation. Vega’s work is utterly distinct, thoughtful, creative and bears the stamp of a masterful storyteller.

Thursday, March 11, 7:30 p.m. - $64, $48, $34, $28

Randy Travis

Grammy Award & Dove Award-winning American country singer who is considered a pivotal figure in the history of country music, with over thirty chart-topping hits and a unique neotraditionalist country style.

Friday, March 26, 8 p.m. - $80, $65, $48, $38

Paula Poundstone

Famous for her razor-sharp wit and spontaneity, her self-deprecating style, political observations, and hilarious riffs on motherhood have earned Poundstone the reputation of being one of the funniest comics of our generation (mature content)!

Saturday, April 10, 8 p.m. - $50, $44, $34, $24

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