Hurrah TV & Film Academy is OPEN!
At Hurrah TV & Film Academy, young creators ages 12–19 receive hands-on training in filmmaking, animation, photography, and digital media. Located in Norfolk’s NEON District, our academy blends creative exploration with technical skill-building to prepare the next generation of visual storytellers.Whether you’re dreaming of the director’s chair, a career behind the camera, or simply want to discover your creative voice, Hurrah TV & Film Academy is your launchpad.
Upcoming Shows
Disney’s NEWSIES
Susan S. Goode Fine & Performing Arts
Performance Dates:
- July 17 at 7pm
- July 18 at 2pm and 7pm
- July 19 at 2pm
It’s time to carry the banner on your stage with Disney’s Newsies! Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right!
Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, Sister Act) and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Kinky Boots). Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.
NEWSIES is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Tickets on sale here
The SpongeBob Musical – Teen Summer Camp Performance
Susan S. Goode Fine & Performing Arts
Performance Dates:
- August 6 at at 7pm
- August 7 at 2PM and 7PM
Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: YOUTH EDITION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
www.concordtheatricals.com
Tickets can be purchased at the link below or here and are only $5 each!
Suessical
Susan S. Goode Fine & Performing Arts
Performance Dates:
- Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7pm
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 2pm
- Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 2pm
“Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!
Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.
SUESSICAL is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 423 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212- 397-4684. www.MTIShows.com.
Hurrah for the Holidays
Susan S. Goode Fine & Performing Arts
Performance Dates:
- Friday, December 4, 2026 at 7pm
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 2pm & 7pm
- Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 2pm
Guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit is the annual production of “HURRAH FOR THE HOLIDAYS”! This joyful celebration is a beautiful show like the Radio City Holiday show, featuring all the best music of the season – from your favorite classics to popular modern day hits, plus dancing elves, a holiday kick line, Frosty, SANTA and more!!
The Best Christmas Pageant
Performance Dates:
- Friday December 11, 2026 – 7pm
- Saturday, December 12, 2026 – 2pm and 7pm
- Sunday, December 13, 2026 – 2pm
Based on the beloved popular children’s book by Barbara Robinson, THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER is the funny, heartwarming, and mildly irreverent story of what happens when a church play is hijacked by six of the ‘absolutely worst kids in the history of the world’. A holiday tradition, this event is presented with Happy Hanukkah, My Friend; a short program celebrating the Festival of Lights.
“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
The Hurrah Players
Making Dreams Come True
200 Shows Produced
18,450 Patrons per Season
Over 40 Years of Teaching
400 Campers per Year
Our Philosophy
Learn & Grow
To provide an environment where people of all ages can become involved and learn about the performing arts, develop their talents and grow as individuals.
Confidence
To encourage self discovery, the development of new skills and confidence to enable students to reach their fullest potential in life.
Character
To provide affordable performing arts training that promotes the building of strong character for all, regardless of race, religion, creed, or socioeconomic background.
Self-Discipline
To foster self-discipline in the areas of time management, focused attention, diligent effort, and perseverance.
Our Classes at a Glance
- Intro to Stage Acting
- Audition Tech
- Camera Acting
- Hip Hop
- Ballet for Movement
- Collaboration in Acting
- Jazz I-IV
- Tap I-IV
- Musical Theatre
- The Pusher Improv
- Co Harrison’s Babes on Broadway
- Vocal Tech
- Theatre Games for Acting
- MT Experience: Adaptive/Inclusive Class
About Us
Grateful Hurrah Players Highlight
Hurrah gave me a purpose and helped me discover my passion. I had such a sense of fulfillment at a young age because of The Hurrah Players and Hugh Copeland. It set the track for my career and life.
Through kindness, acceptance and love, Hurrah became a place most of us call home and people we call family. I can never replace the collection of incredible memories I have or the lessons I have learned. I believe anyone who joins will inevitably begin to feel this way and become part of our family.
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