April 2008

6-9pm throughout downtown historic Leesburg.
An enjoyable spring night on the town offers art and entertainment at galleries, specialty shops and an eclectic array of restaurants. See schedule at www.leesburgfirstfriday.com.

Opening reception: "New Works" by realist painter Kurt Schwarz and "Abstractions" by Alfred McAdams. Through April 26 at 222 South King Street in Leesburg. www.gallery222.com

The College Community Theater in residence at NOVA-Loudoun will present its Spring Production of "The Foreigner" by Larry Shue. Directed by Dave Wright. Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm; Sundays at 2pm. 1000 Harry Byrd Highway in Sterling. 703-948-7701 or www.nvcc.edu/cct

The Loudoun Ballet will present all four acts of the most revered of classical ballets performed to Tchaikovsky's emotionally stirring music. Featuring professional guest artists and brilliantly staged with dramatic sets and costumes. April 12 at 2pm & 7pm; April 13 at 3pm. Potomac Falls High School. Advanced Reserved $18/Adults, $12/Children & Seniors; $22 at door. 703-771-8074 or visit www.loudounballet.org

Master Singers of Virginia present "Music on the Death of John F. Kennedy."
President Kennedy's death inspired a great deal of music composition and repurposing of songs that will be explored by MSVA, including Herbert Howell's "Requiem" and Samuel Barber's "Agnus Dei." April 19 and 26 at 8pm; April 20 at 7pm.
Visit www.msva.org for locations, or call 703-655-7809.
Adult: $20; Students/Seniors (65+):$15

Aurora Studio Theatre will host "Royals and Rustics" – A High School Student's Guide to Shakespeare. Purcellville Library. 1-4pm. Sign up begins April 5. 703-338-7235. Visit www.aurorastudiotheatre.org for a complete list of dates and locations for this program.