A freakishly good time is headed to the Altria Theater.
Based on Tim Burton’s beloved film, “Beetlejuice“ the musical is coming to Richmond for eight performances Tuesday through Sunday.
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Based on Tim Burton’s beloved film, “Beetlejuice” the musical is coming to Richmond’s Altria Theater for eight performances Tuesday through Sunday.
Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, the production will feature a spectacular set, a score that is out of this Netherworld, stellar costumes and a familiar face.
Bon Air native and former Richmond theater star Kris Roberts plays several characters in the hit Broadway musical.
“It’ll be very familiar to fans of the movie. It is a hilarious, hilarious musical so come ready to laugh,” Roberts said.
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Similar to the film, the musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with flair for the dramatics.
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“It’s a little risky. It’s a little on the wild side of humor, so be prepared for that as well. But it is really such a fun time to be a part of,” Roberts said.
Her two main roles are Maxine Dean, wife of Maxie Dean, and Juno, an afterlife caseworker.
“Maxine is very air-headed, she’s a very fun character to play. And then my other character, she is like the head administrator of the Netherworld. She definitely keeps everything together down there. And she’s got ice running through her veins. So that is really fun character play, and it’s a stretch for me. I haven’t gotten to play characters like this before and do this type of comedy. So it’s definitely been a huge learning opportunity for me and it’s been a fun time,” Roberts said.
Roberts began dancing at age 5 and singing at 10. She was busy recording a demo to shop around at record labels when she came across an audition listing in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
“I thought, ‘Oh singing, I do that.’ So I went and it was SPARC (School of the Performing Arts). That was my very first musical when I was 12. I got bitten by the musical theater bug and the recording artist dream kind of went away,” Roberts said.
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Kris Roberts starred as TiMoune in “Once on This Island” at Swift Creek Mill Theatre in South Chesterfield in January 2011.
Roberts’ path took her from SPARC to Appomattox Regional Governor’s School in Petersburg, where she was a musical theater major and then on to New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, where she graduated with a major in drama. She was nominated by the Richmond Theatre Critics Circle in 2011 for best actress in a musical for her work at Swift Creek Mill Theatre in South Chesterfield in its production of “Once on This Island.”
“The last time that I performed in Richmond was seven years ago when I was on tour with “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” so I’m very excited to come back home and perform for people who have seen me growing up,” Roberts said.
“Beetlejuice,” starring Winona Ryder, Michael Keaton and Catherine O’Hara, gained a massive cult following since the film’s release in 1988. The newest edition “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” starring Jenna Ortega will be released this September.
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Directed by Tony Award winner Alex Timbers, “Beetlejuice” features a spectacular set, a score that is out of this Netherworld, stellar costumes and a familiar face.
“I love the fans of our show,” Roberts said. “We have some amazing fans who get very excited. So don’t be surprised if you see people in costume. We definitely have people who dress up as characters in the show. We have gotten some amazing fan mail and art. That’s one of my favorite things about being a part of this show, is just how amazing the fans are.”
One special fan in the audience will be Roberts’ mother, Rose, who is a volunteer usher at the Altria.
“She is going to be there cheering me on, and I’m looking forward to having other family and friends there as well,” Roberts said.
Your guide to 14 upcoming Richmond-area festivals this season
Brewtown 2024
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July 20: Brewtown celebrates craft beer in Richmond with a line-up of craft breweries such as Center of the Universe and Trapezium, along with bands like Three Sheets to the Wind. 2000 Dock St. Tickets $11.66 and up. brewtown-usa.com.
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival
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July 27: The Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival returns to Richmond with an indoor location at the Farm Bureau Center at The Meadow Event Park. Enjoy pulled pork from whole hogs, ribs, brisket, chickens, sausages and all the fixins’, a Shrine of Swine, games, bourbon tastings, music and more. $45-$65. 13191 Dawn Blvd., Doswell. rva.beerandbourbon.com
Forever Summer Fest
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July 27: The Veil Brewing Co. hosts Forever Summer Fest, a beer festival featuring over 45 breweries. Main Street Station. Tickets $70, unlimited pours. theveilbrewing.com
Dogwood Dell Festival of the Arts
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Now-Sept. 21: Dogwood Dell Festival of the Arts brings performances, plays, concerts and more for free.
Stand-out performances include SPARC’s presentation of “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” Aug. 16-17, an Afro Festival on Aug. 31, and a Prince tribute on Sept. 7, among many others.
All events are held at Dogwood Dell, adjacent to 1300 Blanton Ave.
Check out this summer’s full schedule here.
804 Day: Richmond’s Biggest Block Party
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Aug. 2: 804 Day, Richmond’s Biggest Block Party celebrates the talent of the region with more than 15 bands playing across three stages, covering genres such as pop, rock, R&B, jazz, folk, and country. Richmond hip-hop artist Nickelus F will headline. 17th Street Market. https://www.shockoerecords.com/804day
Richmond Dragon Boat Fest
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Aug. 3
Decorated mega-canoes race on the James River, with viewing from Rocketts Landing. www.sportsbackers.org
RVA Duck Race and Festival of Inclusion
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Aug. 5: The RVA Duck Race & Festival of Inclusion is a family-friendly event hosted by the Autism Society of Central Virginia. Along with enjoying food, music and a variety of activities, attendees can purchase a duck and watch it fl oat down the canal in a race for a chance to win several prizes, including the $10,000 grand prize. ascv.org
Richmond Jazz and Music Festival
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Aug. 9-11
The Richmond Jazz and Music Festival returns to Maymont with Ludacris, Fantasia, Wyclef Jean and many more. richmondjazzandmusicfestival.com
JamPacked Craft Beer & Music Festival
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Aug. 10: The JamPacked Craft Beer & Music Festival will bring music from Greensky Bluegrass, Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country and others, as well as craft beer and kombucha. Brown’s Island. $45; beer and food for purchase. jampackedfest.com.
Carytown Watermelon Festival
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Aug. 11
Watermelon bowls are back at the Carytown Watermelon Festival, which will take over the streets of Carytown with live music, food vendors, sidewalk sales from Carytown merchants, and tons of fresh watermelon. Over 115,000 people typically turn out for the event that serves up over 3,000 watermelons, 80 musicians, and a huge kids area with rides and games. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. From Nansemond Street to Colonial Avenue on West Cary Street. Free; pay as you go. www.carytownwatermelonfestival.com.
Down Home Family Reunion
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August 17
Experience African world culture at the 33rd Down Home Family Reunion, A Celebration of African American Folk life presented by the Elegba Folklore Society. This lively festival connects West African cultural traditions with African Americans through music, dance and food. 4-11 p.m. Abner Clay Park, 200 W. Clay St. Free, pay as you go. (804) 644-3900
Chesterfield County Fair
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Aug. 23-31
The Chesterfield County Fair returns with midway rides, games, a horse show, animals, fair food and much more. Chesterfield Fair Grounds.
Happily Natural Day
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Aug. 31: Happily Natural Day focuses on natural hair, holistic health, and Black awareness. Fifth District Mini-farm. thenaturalfestival.com
Iron Blossom Music Festival
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The Iron Blossom Music Festival has announced the dates for this year's event: Sept. 21 and 22. It will be held at the Bon Secours Training Center again.