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The Zeiders American Dream Theater

The Zeiders American Dream Theater believes that creativity and creative experiences are fundamental to an individual’s and community’s growth and development.

Zeiders American Dream Theater (The Z) is a Virginia-based non-profit committed to developing, producing, and celebrating new works and emerging artists to ignite creative growth in our community! Our goal is to become an integral part of the community using the arts to encourage individuals to embrace their dreams and to achieve their full potential. When the arts thrive in a community, the commu

nity thrives – so the we will build partnerships with other community arts organizations to provide audiences, young and old, the full range of inspiring artistic experiences. The Theater is going to provide a forum to introduce new and exceptionally gifted artists, composers, and creative writers and is going to create opportunities that encourage and support the arts and aspiring artists of all types.

06/17/2026

Our Arts Prom on Saturday wouldn't be possible without our wonderful sponsors, Longhorn Steakhouse Pembroke, Cantina Laredo, Nothing Bundt Cakes, and Peace, Love, and Little Donuts!

Make sure to get your tickets to Arts Prom: A Night of Stars so you can enjoy the tasty treats our sponsors are cooking up!

Arts Prom will also feature performances from previous and upcoming local productions as well as the talented artists from our area!

Make the first Arts Prom one to remember, get your ticket NOW!

https://thez.org/event/a-night-of-stars-z-arts-prom/

06/16/2026

Tonight at The Z!

Come enjoy an intimate musical experience as the cast of “The Legend of Shaseer the Great – The Musical” presents the songs from the show. After the cabaret, attendees will have a chance to take the stage themselves with an open mic session!

Cabaret starts at 7:30pm; Open Mic to follow until 9:30pm

Featured Performers:
Starena Anthony
Terrance Bynum
Carleta Cuffee
Antonio Forbes
Derrion Hawkins
Tiera Hyde
Joe Jones
Jacar McNeil
Mark Robinson
Nicquetta Selby-Brame
Brittany Simmons

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Dust off your music, warm up those vocal chords, and step into the spotlight! Join your fellow musical theater enthusiasts for a night of songs from The Great White Way. Come and see the finest of Hampton Roads’ Broadway-worthy talent. Those looking to sing may sign up at the door. Limited spots!

https://thez.org/event/undiscovered/

06/15/2026

This Week at The Z!

The Undiscovered Presents: The Legend of Shaseer The Great

Come enjoy an intimate musical experience as the cast of “The Legend of Shaseer the Great – The Musical” presents the songs from the show. After the cabaret, attendees will have a chance to take the stage themselves with an open mic session! Cabaret starts at 7:30pm; Open Mic to follow until 9:30pm

🎙️The Undiscovered Open Mic
📅 Tuesday, June 16th @ 7:30pm
🔗 https://thez.org/event/undiscovered/

The Word: A Spoken Word Open Mic

The Word welcomes diverse voices and fans of poetry, spoken word, and all forms of storytelling. Share a poem, read a story, or even tell a joke. Take the stage and share your new work-or an old favorite- in a comfortable, laid-back, and encouraging atmosphere.

🪶 The Word
📅 Thursday, June 18th @ 7:30pm
🔗 https://thez.org/event/the-word-a-spoken-word-open-mic/

CTHR Presents: 👑 The Princess and the Pea 🫛

Hear ye, hear ye: your attendance is requested at the Garbanzo Gardens where action, adventure, and lots of puns about legumes await! Also, Treacherous Plants! A Dastardly Queen! A Sassy Frog! Can anyone in this Hill of Beans save the kingdom from the evil Queen Lima? Join Princess Leguma and her friends to find out!

🫛CTHR Presents: The Princess and the Pea
📅 Saturday, June 20th @ 11am & 2pm
🔗 https://thez.org/event/princess/

Arts Prom: A Night of Stars

Meet me at The Z for a celebration of our creative community! Dress in your Tony season finest and dance the night away at our first “Arts Prom”. Close out another packed season with friends from across the 757 Arts Scene.
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE…..GET YOUR TICKETS SOONER THAN LATER!!!
FREE TICKETS FOR Z ARTIST MEMBERS: Call the Box Office to Reserve

PLUS: Encore Performances from:
LTN’s “In the Heights”
SLT’s “9 to 5”

Sneak Preview Performances from:
LTVB’s “Sister Act”
PCT’s “Avenue Q”
Suffolk Community Theater’s “Cinderella”
The Doorway Singers Summer Program
Jenasis: Live at The Z

👗Arts Prom: A Night of Stars
📅 Saturday, June 20th @ 7pm
🔗 https://thez.org/event/a-night-of-stars-z-arts-prom/

06/14/2026

ENCORE??!! Introducing all of the talented acts performing at our Arts Prom Night! It's truly going to be a Night of Stars!!

✨️Get your Tickets to see these exclusive preview performances and encores from arts friends across the 757! ✨️

🌟Your $20 Ticket includes food, a raffle ticket, and a prom photo🌟
👉 thez.org

06/11/2026

🔥 The Z is seeking nominees for the Second Annual Z Creativity Honors, A Night of Innovation, Art & Inspiration 🏆

Nominees could be a local artist, barber, nurse, teacher, engineer, sailor, social
worker, cook, community volunteer, parent . . . anybody who has creatively responded to the “fire in their belly” and has made a meaningful contribution to our community’s businesses, schools, government, or non-profit organizations.

Let those who have stoked the fire of creativity be recognized by nominating here!
https://thez.org/zcreativityhonors/

Ceremony takes place October 17, 2026

06/10/2026

⭐️ Next Week at The Z!⭐️
Dress in your Tony season finest and dance the night away at our first "Arts Prom" on Saturday, June 20th. 👗

Close out another packed season with friends from across the 757 Arts Scene:

Full Bar 🍷
Food from: Peace, Love and Little Donuts 🍩 & more!
Prom Court Awards 👑
Live entertainment from your local faves! 🎙️
Photo Booth 📸

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE.....GET YOUR TICKETS SOONER THAN LATER!!!
FREE TICKETS FOR Z ARTIST MEMBERS: Call the Box Office to Reserve
*This event is a fundraiser that will directly support the 2026-2027 Season Events and activities like the Arts Prom!

Want an opportunity to score two free tickets to the Arts Prom? Head down to The Annex in Norfolk tomorrow, June 11th, for the Lip Sync Battle!

Contestants take the stage to transform each lip sync performance into something entertaining, exciting, and completely their own as they battle for a cash prize and championship trophy. The night will also feature local vendors, raffle prizes, and nonstop crowd interaction throughout the event.

06/09/2026

Highlights from Vocal Jazz Summit!

We hope all involved walked away with full hearts and music in their soul, ready to spread the knowledge and skills gained at this year's Summit!

Want to get in on the fun? Vocal Jazz Summit is a yearly conference, so be on the lookout for information on next year's celebration of Jazz music at https://www.vocaljazzsummit.org/

06/09/2026

Meet Me at The Z for Plan B!

Your go-to for sidesplitting improv! While riffing on audience ideas and crafting wild scenarios, you’ll be amazed as they turn unexpected twists into comedy gold. Don’t miss the rollercoaster of laughs where Plan B is always the best plan!

Plan B's Kids Comedy Show is fun for the whole family! this show offers a delightful mix of laughter, creativity, and memorable moments for everyone in an interactive setting

🤖 Plan B Comedy
📅 Saturday, June 13th. Kids Show , Adults show .
🔗 https://thez.org/event/plan-b-comedy-show-2/

06/07/2026

Awards Roundup!

The Z is grateful to be recognized for our hard work in promoting artistic endeavors and fostering artistic growth in Hampton Roads!

It is thanks to your support that we are able to continue inspiring artists in the area and providing opportunities to be seen.

If you would like to join us on our mission of planting seeds for artistic growth, consider a donation to our 10th Anniversary Fund! https://thez.org/spring-giving/

Address

4509 Commerce Street
Virginia Beach, VA
23462

Telephone

+17574990317

Website

http://www.TheZ.org/

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