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Rick Hammerly

@rickhammerly.bsky.social
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Director; Artistic Director, Virginia Repertory Theatre; Executive Director, WAPAVA; husband to Daryus Gazder & dad to Mr. Fitz & Muchacho.

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RVAMAG @rvamag.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
I’ve rarely seen an entire room laugh so hard, so long, and so many times.
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Review | Virginia Rep Gets Everything Wrong, and It’s Hilarious
Virginia Rep’s The Play That Goes Wrong turns a fictional murder mystery into complete theatrical chaos at the November Theatre. With physical comedy, collapsing scenery, perfectly timed pratfalls and...
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Eric Alper @thatericalper.com · 24/09/2026
48 years ago today, Blondie released 'Parallel Lines.' With “Heart of Glass,” “Hanging on the Telephone” and “One Way or Another,” it became the album that sent the band into the mainstream.
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
⁣This past weekend, Virginia Repertory Theatre’s THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG went gloriously and hilariously RIGHT!⁣ ⁣ Huge kudos to the entire TPTGW company for an opening weekend filled with impeccable comic timing and to the 1,300 audience members who joined us with laughter, cheers, and applause!
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Fleetwood Mac’s “Sara.”
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
To everyone participating in the Kennedy Center protest this evening: Thank you! I’ll be with you in spirit. ⁣ ⁣ #HandsOffTheArts
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
⁣Even cleaning out the storage unit at your DC apartment can be an adventure…especially when your husband uncovers costume pieces from Factory 449’s production of THE AMISH PROJECT.⁣ ⁣ Storage unit: emptied.⁣ Husband: serving Amish realness.⁣ ⁣ #HusbandGoneAmish #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈 #AmishEra
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
⁣⁣Family vacation officially underway! ⁣We all need the opportunity to take a break, slow down, and simply enjoy being together. Feeling especially grateful for a little escape with the family at our DC pied-à-terre.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈 #familyvacation
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Easing into the weekend at Chez Hammerly/Gazder.
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Thanks to Susan Rickman & Tom Grant for a lovely evening of food, conversation, art, and a breathtaking panoramic view of downtown Richmond. #gratitudepost
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
⁣Some moments are worth the wait. Dar was finally able to see @vareptheatre’s production of COME FROM AWAY yesterday and he thoroughly enjoyed it. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Grateful for the show, the journey, and having him there. It’s going to be incredibly difficult to let this one go. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #VARepComeFromAway
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Just canceled our AARP membership. Their complete failure to advocate for protecting Medicare Part D is unacceptable. An organization that claims to represent older Americans shouldn't be silent when their healthcare is at stake.
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
⁣⁣Do yourself a favor: if life feels a little heavy or you just need a lift, grab dinner with the delicious McLean Fletcher. Equal parts perspective, laughter, and great conversation. ⁣ ⁣ Thanks for the escape, and the reminder that good company really is the best medicine.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #gratitudepost
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
I am incredibly grateful for this extraordinary COME FROM AWAY cast and the incredible artistry, commitment, and heart they've brought to every performance at VA Rep. Week after week, they continue to inspire me with their talent and generosity. ⁣ #gratitudepost
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
⁣Kindness. Community. Connection. ⁣That’s the magic of vareptheatre’s COME FROM AWAY, a show that brings people together.⁣ ⁣ #VARepComeFromAway #RVA
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RVAMAG @rvamag.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
... Come From Away, brings us back to the aftermath of 9/11 to remind us that we took care of each other when the chips were absolutely down. It gives us a reason to believe in our humanity.
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Review | 'Come From Away' is the Best We've Ever Been
Christian Detres reviews Virginia Rep's production of Come From Away, a musical that explores the days following 9/11 through the true story of Gander, Newfoundland. Blending humor, grief, and humanit...
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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
To George and Laura, Bill and Hillary — we're grateful for your friendship, counsel, and devotion to this country. And to Joe and Jill, thank you for being on this journey with us.
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Virginia Repertory Theatre @vareptheatre.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Tech for @vareptheatre.bsky.social’s COME FROM AWAY continues! Opening Saturday, June 20!
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
VA Rep is thrilled to announce a special addition to our 2026/2027 Season: LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD. ⁣ Following its celebrated Broadway run, LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD earned the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play of the 2025–2026 Season and a 2026 Tony Award nomination for Best Play.⁣
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
⁣There’s something deeply moving about staging a story built on generosity, connection, and community.⁣ ⁣ Week 2 of rehearsals for @vareptheatre.bsky.social’s COME FROM AWAY and this company is already filling the stage with extraordinary heart, humanity, and music. ⁣ ⁣ #VARepComefromAway ✈
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
Under the weather, but never alone. So grateful for my nurses. Thank you, Muchacho & Mr. Fitz. ❤️
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Announcing @vareptheatre.bsky.social’s 2026/2027 Season…so far. Stay tuned!
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
⁣From the halls of Yorktown High School to being welcomed as our first overnight guest in our new house! What a treat to catch up with Señora Demoney during her visit from Todos Santos. Some friendships survive decades and multiple zip codes! ⁣ ⁣ #syandmarcy #highschoolfriendship #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
⁣VA Rep’s COME FROM AWAY!⁣ ⁣ In the days following 9/11, 38 planes carrying thousands of passengers were diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland. What unfolded was an extraordinary display of community, as the residents of Gander opened their homes & hearts to these stranded strangers.
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
⁣Mr. Fitz & Muchacho: just two backseat philosophers, pondering life and judging my driving.⁣ ⁣ #thefitzlife🐾 #underbitesunite #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈 #findyourtribe
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Exactly!
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
⁣Scrooge’s nephew, Fred, still spreading holiday cheer…in April. ⁣ And by “cheer,” I mean Pornstar Martinis at @cancanbrasserie. ⁣ Enjoyed catching up, Benjamin!⁣ ⁣ #ChristmasInApril #NoHumbug #cultofcancan #carytownrva
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
⁣⁣We finally found some time! ⁣ ⁣ Between the nonstop work at VA Rep, moments like this don’t present themselves nearly as often as we’d like. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ So good to slow down, laugh, and spend some time together. And yes, the margaritas definitely understood the assignment. ⁣⁣ #VARep #boardandleadership
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Kamala Harris @kamalaharris.com · 07/04/2026
The President of the United States is threatening to commit war crimes and wipe out a "whole civilization" — all because he started a disastrous war of his own making and had no plan and no strategy for how to end it. This is abhorrent, and the American people do not support this.
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
⁣Easter morning stroll with the family in our new neighborhood = quiet streets, happy pups, and spending time together! ⁣ ⁣ Grateful for this crew and the memories we’re making every day. ⁣ ⁣ Wishing everyone a joyful Easter! ⁣ ⁣ #HappyEaster 🐣 #RVA #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
⁣POV: your boys just realized the new house came with a backyard. 🐾🏡⁣ ⁣ #twilightrun #newbackyard #RVA #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈 #BartonHeights
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 07/03/2026
“Welcome friend, you’re right on time.” @vareptheatre.bsky.social’s PRIMARY TRUST by Eboni Booth opens this weekend and runs through March 29!
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Photo call for @vareptheatre.bsky.social’s PRIMARY TRUST courtesy of Aaron Sutten! Previews begin tonight!
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
⁣⁣Last night, we sniffed every corner of our new house! And tried out our new sofa! Excited! ⁣OK, confused…but mostly excited! ⁣ ⁣⁣ #HomeSweetHome #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
⁣Our first visit to The Smoky Mug, a hybrid coffee shop & craft barbecue restaurant. Rain outside, Tex-Mex inside, and instant cozy, dog-friendly vibes. Looks like we’ve found a new haunt in our new neighborhood. ⁣ ⁣ #BrooklandPark #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
Reliving VA Rep’s 2026 Gala! ⁣ A beautiful evening celebrating art, talent & the power of community. Enormous gratitude to everyone who worked to make it such a memorable night. And a heartfelt thanks to Felicia Curry for guiding us through the evening with such joy, warmth & wit! #gratitudepost
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Seeing how emotional people got watching themselves & their culture represented on such a big stage last night, completely filled my heart today. ❤️#BenitoBowl
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
An unforgettable evening at @vareptheatre.bsky.social’s 2026 Gala! ⁣Honored to celebrate the power of storytelling, community, and live theatre at the historic Hippodrome with such an incredible group of people. Thank you to everyone who made last night so special. ⁣ ⁣⁣ #gratitudepost
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
While everyone watches The Grammy’s, you just KNOW I’m cozying up to the lates episode of @potterythrow.bsky.social! #choices #guiltypleasures
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
⁣Happy 8th Birthday, Mr. Fitz! 🎂
⁣ Years of stealing hearts, hogging the couch, protecting us from EVERY animal on TV, and making it very clear who’s in charge around here. Our heart, our home, our forever good boy…our family is just better with you in it. ⁣ 
❤️ Rick, Dar & Muchacho⁣ ⁣ #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
⁣When one of the best people you know receives an 2026 OBIE Citation for her most recent Off-Broadway performance! ⁣ ⁣ Felicia Curry, the work you continues to do is fearless, generous, and full of heart. You’re an incredible talent, still rising, still surprising.⁣ ⁣ Huge congrats, Dame Curry!
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
⁣Happy Birthday, husband! ⁣ ⁣ Through every high, low, laugh, and late night, there’s no one I’d rather be on this journey with. Here’s to another year of adventures, memories, and life with Lamb Chop! ⁣ #HappyBirthdayDarGazder 🎂 #loveislove #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
⁣7 years of marriage, each filled with love, lessons, and a partnership that continues to grow. Forever grateful for the family we’ve built, the journey we continue to share, and the memories still ahead. Happy New Year and Happy 7th Anniversary, Dar Gazder! ⁣🥂 ⁣ #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
⁣Learning our way through the home-buying process, led and explained by the kindest human ever. Thank you, Alia, for making the process feel far more exciting than scary.⁣ ⁣ #gratitudepost #RichmondLife
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Endless gratitude to these two MVPs for braving the nightmare that is I-95 to attend the final performance of @vareptheatre.bsky.social’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL. The lovely late night repast at Rappahannock was just the powdered sugar on the Stollen! 🎁🥂 #gratitudepost #FriendAsFamily ⁣
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
⁣’Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house,⁣ Our family and joy found a home on the couch.⁣ ⁣ From our family to yours, wishing you a season filled with warmth, joy, and The Haynes Sisters! Happy Holidays!⁣ 🎁 ⁣ #ChristmasEve2025 #tistheseason🎄 #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈 #maketheyuletidegay
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Virginia Repertory Theatre @vareptheatre.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
⁣FINAL FIVE performances of @vareptheatre.bsky.social’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL! Join us for this holiday classic and new RVA tradition through 12/28! ⁣ Tickets are on sale now at www.va-rep.org or by calling our box office at 804-282-2620.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ #VARepCarol
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
⁣Long overdue, but finally experiencing one of RVA’s most beloved spots, Joe’s Inn. ⁣ #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈 #RVAeats #holidaylatelunch #marriedlife
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
All I need this holiday season is right here. #gratitudepost #tistheseason🎄 #2dads2dogs 🏳️‍🌈 #meandtheboys
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Rick Hammerly @rickhammerly.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Thank you, SDC!
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