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in Norfolk
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Push Comedy Theater presents its 13th annual all-women sketch comedy show 'Panties in a Twist' at the Wells Theatre in Norfolk, with performances on Saturday and Sunday. The production features 24 women delivering original sketches and offbeat humor that resonates with local life. WHRO
- ➤ The Virginia Symphony Orchestra and Virginia Arts Festival will present 'Finding Peace at Potsdam' this weekend—Friday in Norfolk and Saturday in Newport News—a blended concert and play that shows how President Truman used music to bridge differences at the 1945 Potsdam conference. WHRO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk Botanical Garden now features floating wetlands — dubbed Floating Futures — that attract wildlife and visitors on May 27. Funded by a $20,000 grant and built with Virginia Beach schools, the islands use native plants to boost water health and encourage public photo surveys at the NATO Tower. WHRO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed House Bill 360 Tuesday, mandating that retailers store kratom behind counters, restrict sales to customers under 21, include warning labels about risks, and ban products containing 7—OH. WHRO
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Virginia Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Chrysler Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rich sounds of Copland and Bernstein performed by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Eric Jacobsen.
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Anberlin Concert
7-8 p.m. — The NorVa — Ticket prices vary — Experience the alt-rock legends Anberlin live in Norfolk.
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New York Voices Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the Grammy Award winning ensemble known for their excellence in jazz harmonies.
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Rick Ross Concert
8 p.m. — The NorVa — Tickets from unspecified price — Experience a night of hip-hop with Rick Ross in Norfolk.
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VCW Pro Wrestling Live Event
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Norfolk Masonic Temple — Tickets available — Experience the intense action on the road to the Liberty Lottery in this exciting wrestling showdown.
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Modest Mouse Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Dome by Rutter Mills — $116-$268 — Experience an evening with the iconic sounds of Modest Mouse in Virginia Beach.
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Teddy Swims Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Chartway Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience Teddy Swims' soulful melodies and energetic rock performance.
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Last Fair Deal - Tribute To The Grateful Dead
8-11 p.m. — The Annex, Norfolk, VA — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant tribute to the Grateful Dead with a night of musical improvisation and exploration.
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Lindsey Webster Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Attucks Theatre — Discount tickets available — Experience an evening of smooth jazz with Lindsey Webster's enchanting performance.
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