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2026-2027 Season
CELEBRATING 30 YEARS
Enjoy live performances at the Historic Palace Theatre
and Lemon Tree Gallery in Cape Charles
Tickets on sale now! Thank you to our sponsors.
3 days to the eventSun, Nov 01Historic Palace TheatreA Doorway Singers classic featuring the traditional music of Appalachia. Gentle mountain melodies mingle with lively tunes that invite you to dance, charming down-home costumes, and a warm campfire spirit. Sponsored by Delmarva Veteran Builders.
Multiple Dates22 days to the eventFri, Nov 20Historic Palace TheatreActor Garry Essendine is charming, hedonistic, and notorious for affairs his wife largely tolerates, until his indiscretions unravel and chaos erupts. Sponsored by Tankard Nurseries and Anonymous.
37 days to the eventSat, Dec 05Historic Palace TheatreCelebrate the season with an evening of dance, joy, and community. Our Christmas in New York Dance Showcase features talented dancers of all ages in a festive performance inspired by the magic of the Big Apple. Sponsored by Terri & John Birtles | Kim Lenhardt & Lisa George.
38 days to the eventSun, Dec 06Historic Palace TheatreJoin us for an afternoon of festive and sacred songs, performed by the Shore Singers. Directed by Megan Cartwright, the chorus warmly welcomes new members, both professionals and amateurs. Experience the joy of Christmas through shared song. Sponsored by Wendell Distributing. Free.
44 days to the eventSat, Dec 12Historic Palace TheatreVibrant and festive brass and percussion deliver a program of classical and contemporary holiday cheer. “Joy to the World,” “Jingle Bells,” and a Hanukkah medley are performed with finesse and flair. A favorite community tradition. Sponsored by Blue Heron Realty
45 days to the eventSun, Dec 13Historic Palace TheatreGood Shot Judy brings holiday classics to life with the timeless sounds of Sinatra, Crosby, Fitzgerald, Bublé, and more. Joined by vintage vocal group The Satin Dollz and a swinging band, Brett Cahoon and Jeanette Corey deliver an unforgettable evening filled with nostalgia. Sponsored by Bay Creek.
48 days to the eventWed, Dec 16Historic Palace TheatreStraight from Italy, vocalist and pianist Gerry Gennarelli returns to Cape Charles for a one-night only Italian Christmas concert, his fourth performance at the Historic Palace Theatre. Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiring music to lift your spirits this holiday season.
92 days to the eventFri, Jan 29Historic Palace TheatreExperience the Winter Edition premiere of Films That Move (formerly Experimental Film Virginia), featuring original dance-inspired short films created on location in and around Cape Charles. See what 25 international artists from multiple disciplines created in just 12 days, presented in 4K.
100 days to the eventSat, Feb 06Lemon Tree GalleryJoin Megan Cartwright for an evening of beloved songs at Lemon Tree Gallery. Whether tender, playful, or delightfully funny, Megan's selections are sure to brighten a February night. Candlelight Concert includes champagne and desserts. Sponsored by Mark Clark MD.
113 days to the eventFri, Feb 19Historic Palace TheatreShawn Barker revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself, one of America’s greatest musical icons. With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and mannerisms, Shawn has an uncanny resemblance to the original “Man In Black.” The show is complete with a full backing band.
128 days to the eventSat, Mar 06Historic Palace TheatreA groundbreaking fusion of pop and symphony, Who’s Bad brings Michael Jackson’s greatest hits to life with full orchestral power. The world’s longest-running Michael Jackson tribute band delivers the joy, spectacle, and electric energy of the King of Pop in a performance that brings people together.
135 days to the eventSat, Mar 13Lemon Tree GalleryTrio Niche brings the era of Jane Austen to life with historically-informed performances by Susan Via (violin), Sarah Glosson (cello), and Tom Marshall on fortepiano, featuring music by Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. Sponsored by John Burdiss & Cela Burge and the Hitchings family.
Multiple Dates176 days to the eventFri, Apr 23Historic Palace TheatreAriel, King Triton’s youngest daughter, dreams of life above the sea and falls for Prince Eric. She bargains with the sea witch Ursula, trading her tail for legs. When the deal goes wrong, Ariel’s colorful friends, Flounder, Scuttle, and Sebastian, help her restore order in this musical adventure.
198 days to the eventSat, May 15Lemon Tree GalleryDr. Caroline Gibson and Master Sergeant Alvy Powell share a lifelong passion for music. Their distinguished careers in education and performance took them around the world, including to the White House, and now back to Alvy's roots on the Shore. Sponsored by Sonali Gunawardhana & Eric van Doorn.
212 days to the eventSat, May 29Historic Palace TheatreSuper Diamond is an uncanny tribute to beloved singer, songwriter, and American pop icon Neil Diamond. For more than three decades, San Francisco’s Super Diamond has thrilled audiences across the US. With a glittering, high-energy show, the band performs Diamond’s greatest hits with a rock edge.
219 days to the eventSat, Jun 05Historic Palace TheatreJoin us for an evening of globally-inspired movement, music, and community at the International Spring Festival Dance Showcase. With choreography by Director of Dance Amy Watkins, Lisa Brasch, Ashley Antunes, and Chloe Harper. Sponsored by Suzan Gray & Michael O'Brien.
220 days to the eventSun, Jun 06Historic Palace TheatreJoin us for the Shore Singers’ final performance of the season as our community chorus fills the theatre with song. Under the direction of Megan Cartwright, professional and amateur vocalists come together for an inspiring spring concert celebrating a year of music. Sponsored by Susan Carrigan.
226 days to the eventSat, Jun 12Historic Palace TheatreArts Enter began as a dream shared by Clelia Sheppard and a small group of arts enthusiasts. Celebrate 30 years of bringing the arts to Cape Charles with performances by former students, a retrospective slideshow, jazz by the Christian Mitchell Project, and a dance party with Wonderland.
Arts Calendar
Save the dates! Enjoy a full season of the arts in Cape Charles
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Waterwoman: A Reading of the Play by Lenore Hart and David Poyer
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Songs of the Harvest: The Doorway Singers
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