Alex Bugnon with Troy Roberts, Virginia Arts Festival, and more

The Virginia Arts Festival, established in Norfolk in 1997, is a celebrated performing arts presenter. It showcases diverse genres including international ballet, classical, jazz, rock, and opera. Known for bringing world-class artists to southeastern Virginia, it transforms the region into a cultural destination. The festival commissions new works and offers extensive educational programs, earning national recognition for artistic excellence. It is also known for the Virginia International Tattoo.

Swiss-born contemporary jazz keyboardist Alex Bugnon, Donald Byrd’s nephew; Montreux regular; Paris Conservatory/Berklee; backed Patti Austin, Ingram.