Generic Theater

Welcome to the Generic Theater.

The Generic Theater of Virginia holds a unique place in the cultural life of Hampton Roads as the area's "off-Broadway" playhouse. Since 1981 it has challenged and delighted audience with the new, and off-beat in theater fare, always looking for plays of artistic merit which, for a variety of reasons, are unlikely to be produced on other stages.

May 23 - June 15 2008

Music by Fats Waller
Based on an idea by: Murray Horwitz and Richard Maltby, Jr.

Man, this joint is jumpin’! 1930’s Harlem is soulful, sassy, sultry and a swingin’ good time. The loveable Fats Waller was the best stride piano player and a great songwriter. Five singers celebrate his songs and lyrics in this foot stompin’ revue. “Honeysuckle Rose”, “Ain’t Misbehavin , “Squeeze me”, “I Can’t Give You Anything but Love” and “I’m Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter” are featured.

Ain't Misbehavin