Name: Totally 80s
Start: 2023-10-06T19:30:00
Location: Chrysler Hall

Virginia Symphony Orchestra

As part of our season long observance of America 250, this concert takes a look at the role music played in one of the most tumultuous times in the history of the world. At 1945’s Potsdam Conference, works by Tchaikovsky, Chopin, Kreisler, and others were one of the only things that united the assembled Allies–represented by President Harry Truman, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin. In this new production, the Virginia Symphony Orchestra & Chorus will incorporate storytelling to show just how powerful music can be, and how Hampton Roads played a part in this pivotal moment.

Finding Peace at Potsdam

Chrysler Hall Norfolk

Ferguson Center for the Arts

We’re, like, totally crankin’ up the Tears for Fears and celebrating one of the most decadent decades of music – the 80s! Relive rock, R & B, and new wave hits from icons like George Michael, Phil Collins, Blondie, Huey Lewis & The News, Robert Palmer, Cyndi Lauper, Michael Jackson, Mr. Mister, Cher, Kool & The Gang, Tommy Tutone and more. It’s the perfect reason to break out your Swatch watch, tease up your hair, and enjoy some bodacious music.