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Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hiring Our Heroes will host a professional development workshop at The Hive in Virginia Beach today to help military spouses build resumes and skills, with a hiring event at the Westin near Town Center scheduled for Wednesday featuring over 20 employers. WHRO
- ➤ NAMI Coastal Virginia will host Coastal Voices: Stories That Carry at Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel on Thursday, Apr. 30 — the event includes a reception, speakers, and a silent auction with prizes to support free mental health programs. WHRO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Portsmouth Art Week begins May 2 with live mural demos on May 6 by local artist Aimee Bruce. The celebration continues with a block party on Wall Street on May 8 and a mural festival on May 9, marking 16 years of public art evolution. 3 WTKR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk’s climate records show five extremely dry months, with October 2000 recording just 0.01 inches of rain, November 2001 0.08 inches, and three other months reaching only 0.17, 0.26, and 0.36 inches (all figures far below normal levels). 13 News Now
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The Lion King
1-4 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Season tickets available — Experience the majesty of this beloved musical in Norfolk's premier venue.
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The Lion King
8-11 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Season tickets available — Experience the magic of Disney's classic tale brought to life on stage.
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The Lion King Musical
8-11 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the breathtaking journey of Simba in this spectacular Disney adaptation.
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Lee Greenwood Live Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Perry Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the evening with international country music icon Lee Greenwood's festival debut performance.
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The Lion King Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Tickets available — Experience the magic of Disney's The Lion King as the Serengeti comes to life on stage.
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The Lion King Tour
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Season tickets available — Experience the magic of 'The Lion King' in a mesmerizing theatrical performance.
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The Lion King Musical
8-11 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Season ticket packages available — Experience the magic of Broadway with a stunning performance of The Lion King.
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Fiestahan: Filipino Festival
2-8 p.m. — Maker's Craft Brewery — Free entry — Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander heritage with food, music, and shopping from Filipino businesses.
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The Lion King
1-4 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Season ticket packages available — Experience the timeless story and stunning visuals of this beloved musical.
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Atreyu Live Concert
6:00-8:20 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful musical journey of Atreyu with their unique blend of heavy grooves and soulful vocals.
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